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Plymouth acid attack victim killed in plot involving ex-wife, court hears

Plymouth acid attack victim killed in plot involving ex-wife, court hears

Devon and Cornwall PoliceDanny Cahalane was attacked on Lipson Road, Plymouth, on 21 February and died in hospital on 3 MayA drug dealer who owed £120k to his "boss" and childhood friend was doused in acid at his home in a fatal attack involving his ex-wife, a court has heard.Danny Cahalane, 38, was attacked on Lipson Road, Plymouth, on 21 February 2025 and died in hospital on 3 May.Seven men and three women are on trial at Winchester…

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Gary Caldwell: Exeter City boss aiming for success despite proposed budget cuts

Gary Caldwell: Exeter City boss aiming for success despite proposed budget cuts

Exeter's income was helped by the FA Cup third-round tie at Manchester City.But while there were more than 50,000 people in attendance, the low ticket prices at the Etihad Stadium meant the Grecians only earned about £180,000 from the game.The figure came after Exeter City Supporter's Trust called on Manchester City to give the club a greater share of the earnings from the game. Caldwell admitted that the financial uncertainty could have an affect on his squad-building next…

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Kornel Szucs: Plymouth Argyle defender is in plans – Tom Cleverley

Kornel Szucs: Plymouth Argyle defender is in plans – Tom Cleverley

Plymouth Argyle boss Tom Cleverley said defender Kornel Szucs is in his plans, despite his lack of game time.The 24-year-old Hungary international has made just 11 League One starts this season and has not been in the first 11 since the 3-0 home loss to Northampton Town on 29 November.In contrast, he started 31 games for the Pilgrims in the Championship last season.Cleverley sees the defender as a full-back - rather than a centre-back where he played much…

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University conduct plants biodiversity survey

University conduct plants biodiversity survey

Flowers and plants fitted to the outside of new and old buildings can enhance the biodiversity within urban environments, a new study has shown.The study, involving scientists and students from the University of Plymouth's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and School of Biological and Marine Sciences, monitored activity involving pollinating insects, spiders, soil invertebrates, birds and bats.It took place at three locations spread across the city centre and outskirts of Plymouth.Hundreds of creatures were found including…

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Guide dog falls down train gap ‘quite scary’

Guide dog falls down train gap ‘quite scary’

Lena WelchLena Welch grabbed her guide dog after it fellA visually impaired woman has called for better safety and accessibility at railway stations after an improvement project was scaled back.The Access for All (AfA) programme announced earlier this week it would not be upgrading 19 of the 50 rail stations that were originally planned.Lena Welch, from Sidmouth, said she still had concerns after her guide dog fell between the platform and train at Honiton station in 2023. She…

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Nika Abuladze: Georgia prop to re-join Exeter from Montpellier

Nika Abuladze: Georgia prop to re-join Exeter from Montpellier

Georgia prop Nika Abuladze is to re-join Exeter in the summer. The 30-year-old left the Prem Rugby club in the summer of 2024 to join French side Montpellier.He has played 18 times for the Top 14 side as well as helping Georgia win last year's Rugby Europe Championship. Abuladze first moved to the Chiefs in March 2023 and went on to feature 16 times for the Devon club, as well as playing for his country at the 2023…

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Torbay Health hub is hoping to relieve NHS pressures

Torbay Health hub is hoping to relieve NHS pressures

BBCThe team at the health hub can help with everything from blood pressure tests to financial adviceHelp is at hand in Paignton for people wanting basic health checks, seeking support to stop smoking, needing assistance filling out a form, or even housing advice.It is part of the NHS in Torbay's bid to catch social and well-being issues early.Dr Kevin Dixon, chair of Healthwatch said: "We can support people in reducing their weight, having happier and healthier lifestyles and…

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Supreme Court ends Exeter triple killer’s bid to sue authorities

Supreme Court ends Exeter triple killer’s bid to sue authorities

FacebookLewis-Ranwell had been freed from custody before the killingsA man who killed three elderly men cannot sue the authorities over claims he was wrongly released before the attacks, the Supreme Court has ruled.Alexander Lewis-Ranwell was found not guilty by reason of insanity in 2019 after the murders of Anthony Payne, 80, and twins Dick and Roger Carter, both 84.The killings in Exeter, Devon, happened hours after Lewis-Ranwell had been freed from custody following an attack on an elderly…

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Claire Chick’s partner holds Plymouth vigil

Claire Chick’s partner holds Plymouth vigil

The partner of a university lecturer who was murdered last year has held a vigil in her memory.University lecturer Claire Chick, 48, was found seriously injured in West Hoe Road on the evening of 22 January 2025 and later died in hospital.Her estranged husband, Paul Butler, pleaded guilty to stabbing her to death and was jailed for a minimum of 27 years.A number of people gathered on Plymouth Hoe on Wednesday evening for a candlelit walk to raise…

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Coldplay help teen’s scoliosis campaign dream come true

Coldplay help teen’s scoliosis campaign dream come true

A teenager's dream came true after her favourite singer serenaded her in front of thousands of people and helped raise awareness of a medical condition.Isla, 14, from Plymouth, was diagnosed with scoliosis, or curvature of the spine, about 18 months ago and has had to wear a brace for 20 hours a day since.A year after she collected the brace she fulfilled her ambition to share a stage with Coldplay at Wembley Stadium and she was wearing the…

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Eleventh person charged over Plymouth fatal acid attack

An 11th person has been charged over a fatal acid attack on a man in his own home.Danny Cahalane, 38, was attacked on Lipson Road, Plymouth, on 21 February 2025 and died in hospital on 3 May.Winchester Crown Court heard Kelvin Asante, 23, from Eresby Place, London, was arrested earlier this week.He was charged with murder, attempting to intentionally cause grievous bodily harm, attempted kidnap at The Quay, Plymouth, and participating in the criminal activities of an organised…

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Man in 30s arrested over suspicious fire at Plymouth property

Man in 30s arrested over suspicious fire at Plymouth property

A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a property fire.The front door of the building in Wilton Street, Plymouth, was damaged by the fire on Thursday at about 16:25GMT.Devon and Cornwall Police said the arrested man, who is in his 30s, had since been released on police bail.Officers are appealing for information, including footage from dash-cams, CCTV cameras or camera doorbells. Source link

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