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Five stars on the menu for Plymouth hospital!

Following an unannounced inspection yesterday by the local Environmental Health Officer, Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth is celebrating a five-star food hygiene rating.

Challenging the common perception that hospital food is uninspiring, the Plymouth team has built a reputation for serving delicious, freshly prepared dishes. NHS and private patients at the hospital and its...

Could You Offer a Forever Home to a Gentle Giant?

Are you a big breed lover searching for a companion dog? The Cinnamon Trust may have just the canine companion you’ve been dreaming of.

The Cornwall-based charity is appealing to dog lovers in Cornwall and the South West who have space in their homes and hearts to welcome larger dog breeds in need of a new forever home.

“As part of our promise to provide lifelong care, many...

Behind the Scenes with the Gladiators: Garry May on Planning, People and Performance

Race nights may last three hours, but building a speedway team takes months.

As Plymouth Gladiators gear up for the new campaign, team manager Garry May offers an insight into the planning, people and philosophy behind the scenes and why team spirit, trust and entertainment are just as important as points on the track.

Garry, a lot of people only see you on race nights...

Plymouth Community Homes secures 17 homes at Elm Park in Exeter

Plymouth Community Homes (PCH) will be delivering more homes on the outskirts of Exeter after securing 17 homes for social rent at Elm Park in Matford, built by Cavanna Homes .

PCH is the largest social housing landlord in Plymouth, managing 16,000 homes in the city, as well as across the surrounding drive to work area including Bodmin and Liskeard. In 2025, 48 homes were also...

Alex elevates his career through a roofing apprenticeship

As National Apprenticeship Week shines a light on the different paths people take into skilled careers, Alex is taking his career to new heights after beginning a roofing apprenticeship.

Alex Bate, aged 32, previously worked as a Tesco delivery driver before applying to LiveWest after identifying an opportunity to join the organisation.

He initially secured a role as a...

Theatre Royal Plymouth secures renewed funding from the Veterans’ Foundation to support Armed Forces community

Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) is delighted to announce that the Veterans’ Foundation has renewed its funding for the organisation’s Our Space programme for a further year, supporting vital creative opportunities for serving personnel, veterans and their families across the region.

The renewed grant will enable TRP to continue delivering a growing range of activity designed to boost...

Lympstone Manor Maintains Michelin Star for 8th Year Running

Lympstone Manor has maintained its highly coveted Michelin Star for the eighth consecutive year, marking a significant achievement for the country house hotel and Chef Patron Michael Caines MBE. The two Michelin Key, Relais & Châteaux hotel has held a Michelin Star since 2018, awarded shortly after its opening in 2017. It continues to be recognised for its exceptional consistency,...

Local care home opens its doors to lonely older people for Valentine's Day

Local care home Raleigh Manor in Exmouth is opening its doors to older people from the community to help tackle loneliness this Valentine’s Day.

The care home is inviting local elderly people, who might usually eat alone, to join the residents and teams at the home on 14th of February from 12.30pm for a delicious complimentary home-cooked three course meal.

Diners will be...

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Fast-growing South West advertising agency moves into dedicated studio to support next exciting phase of growth

South West advertising agency Simple Media has moved into a new purpose-built creative studio as the business prepares for its next exciting phase of growth.

Founded in the region and now working with organisations ranging from growing local businesses to national brands, Simple Media delivers a fully integrated marketing service spanning strategy, creative, digital campaigns , website design...

Friendship, Fun and Plenty of Chocolate Biscuits!

Oddfellows Friendship in February

Members of the Oddfellows Friendship Groups in Plymouth, Redruth, and Truro were treated to a fun-filled gatherings this February.

The events included lively beetle drives, full of laughter and friendly competition, all accompanied by delightful spreads of light refreshments.

Members enjoyed teas, coffees, chocolate biscuits, fresh...

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