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Plymouth Argyle: What has gone wrong at struggling League One side?

Plymouth Argyle: What has gone wrong at struggling League One side?

Wayne Rooney. The former England captain turned the spotlight on Home Park in the summer of 2024 when he was named as Foster's permanent successor.That was despite having a torrid spell as Birmingham City boss the season before as they went from a play-off place to finishing a point behind the Pilgrims in the final relegation spot. He won just four games and left on New Year's Eve as a club that had been hailed for their foresight…

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Plymouth factory could help defend UK says cabinet minister

Plymouth factory could help defend UK says cabinet minister

Technology being developed at a factory in Plymouth could play a "big part" in defending the UK, a cabinet minister has said.Defence Secretary John Healey formally opened German firm Helsing's Plymouth Resilience Factory which will be used to produce unmanned submarine gliders.The factory's opening comes after it was confirmed by the government a Russian spy ship Yantar, which is designed for gathering intelligence and mapping undersea cables, was spotted near the UK coast for the second time this…

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Disabled man frustrated over parking system in Plymouth

Disabled man frustrated over parking system in Plymouth

Cameron WeldonDevon , PlymouthBBCRoger Galloway said he did not "understand the logic" around the parking systemA disabled pensioner from Plymouth has described a council's parking system as "ludicrous" for blue badge holders.Roger Galloway, 78, parked at the Napier Terrace car park in Mutley, which offers two hours free parking, but did not realise he needed to put his registration number into the machine, so received a £50 fine. He said car parks in the city were "not consistent",…

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Riders say they were sold unsafe or ‘death trap’ vehicles

Riders say they were sold unsafe or ‘death trap’ vehicles

Nathan Heath,BBC West Investigations and Rachel Stonehouse,BBC West InvestigationsBBCA mechanic found expanding foam was painted to disguise structural issues on the horsebox Ceylone Fletcher bought from Southwest HorseboxesYoung horse riders say they have lost thousands of pounds and had their lives put at risk after being sold dangerous and unusable horseboxes.Customers who bought vehicles from Southwest Horseboxes Ltd claim they broke down at speed, filled with smoke or had wheels detach while moving, with one vehicle being described…

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Micro shin pads: Non-league club bans smaller shin pads after ‘unbearable’ injury to forward

Micro shin pads: Non-league club bans smaller shin pads after ‘unbearable’ injury to forward

Non-league Ilfracombe Town have banned 'micro' shin pads after forward Riley Martin suffered an "unbearable" double-leg break in a South West Peninsula League match at the weekend. While there are currently no plans to ban the use of the pads, the Football Association says the use of 'mini' shin pads has the potential to "increase the risk of injury".Ilfracombe Town's fixture at Bridport on Saturday was abandoned after Martin broke his fibula and tibia during a 50-50 challenge…

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Three Plymouth garages damaged by large fire

Three Plymouth garages damaged by large fire

Three garages have been damaged in a large blaze, firefighters have said.Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said one garage in Hermitage Road, Plymouth, was "well alight" when crews arrived at about 11:10 GMT, with two others also damaged by smoke and fire.Devon and Cornwall Police said they were asked to assist fire crews and put a cordon and road closures in place. The fire service confirmed there were no injuries and the cause had not yet…

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Ricky Pellow: Exeter coach’s final match will be ’emotional day’ for Chiefs

Ricky Pellow: Exeter coach’s final match will be ’emotional day’ for Chiefs

Exeter are preparing for an "emotional day" as long-serving skills coach Ricky Pellow gets ready for his final game with the club.The 47-year-old is standing down, having been part of the Chiefs coaching staff since 2009.He helped the club win promotion to the Premiership in 2010 before going on to win two English titles and the 2020 European Champions Cup.Pellow will take charge of the side for the Prem Rugby Cup tie with Bristol at Sandy Park on…

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No planning permission, no summerhouse!

No planning permission, no summerhouse!

Available for over a yearAndrew Causley lives in Alphington in Exeter. His summer house was a replacement for a children's Wendy House that had stood on the same spot for 23 years. But now Exeter City Council has told him it has to come down after rejecting Andrew's planning application.Programme WebsiteShow less Source link

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Pubs offer a free soft drink in December for designated drivers

Pubs offer a free soft drink in December for designated drivers

PA MediaOver the past five years (2020-24), 13 people have been killed and a further 176 were seriously injured in collisions where alcohol impairment was a contributory factor, said Vision ZeroDesignated drivers across Devon and Cornwall are being offered free soft drinks at more than 260 pubs, clubs and restaurants throughout December.Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is one of the 'Fatal Five' causes of serious injuries and deaths on roads.A scheme organised by the Vision…

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Exeter City fire: Burton Albion game called off due to damage

Exeter City fire: Burton Albion game called off due to damage

Exeter City's League One game with Burton Albion on Saturday has been postponed after a fire at their St James Park ground.The stadium's control room was badly damaged by a fire last week and is not reparable in time to make the ground safe for the fixture.The fire damaged the electricity supply to the Adam Stansfield Stand, public address and fire alarm systems, first aid facilities and internal computer networks.The club began repair work earlier this week and…

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Rangers to repair Devil’s Cauldron trail platform after flooding

Rangers to repair Devil’s Cauldron trail platform after flooding

Repair work to a viewing platform at a National Trust site is due to be carried out after it was damaged during flooding.The National Trust said the Devil's Cauldron trail platform at Lydford Gorge, near Tavistock, Devon, had taken a "battering" and it had been left covered in leaves and branches following heavy rain.The trust said rangers were planning to remove and repair the sides and floor of the platform which stretches across a large pothole full of…

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Pedestrian, 75, dies after Sidmouth crash

Pedestrian, 75, dies after Sidmouth crash

A pedestrian has died following a crash, police have said.Officers were called to Under Lane, Harcombe, near Sidmouth, at about 15:10 GMT on Monday following an incident which involved a black Range Rover, said Devon and Cornwall Police.A 75-year-old local man was taken to the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital with life-threatening injuries where he later died, police said. His next of kin have been informed.Police have asked for witnesses to get in contact. Source link

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