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Award-winning restaurant garnering rave reviews from diners
Looking for somewhere to head tonight? This place is proving super popular
Plymouth's Royal William Yard to host free open-air gigs this summer
Royal William Yard
Discover an eclectic mix of live music amidst the stunning coastal scenery
Pub crowned the best for cider for third year in a row
Food & Drink
The Tom Cobley Tavern in Spreyton, Devon, has been named the best cider pub in the Exeter and East Devon area for the third year in a row - and it's not hard to see why
24 lost photographs from Plymouth nights out
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Live: Multi-vehicle crash on major Plymouth road
Traffic and Travel
'At least three cars' are involved in the incident on Novorossiysk Road
Plymouth funeral notices: Tributes to 23 lost loved ones
Obituaries
In total 26 death and memoriam notices were placed into the funeral notices section of PlymouthLive's sister title, The Herald
'Kink dungeon' plans for Plymouth private members club
Plymouth City Council
"The concept is to create a friendly social hub for people of alternative sexual identification and lifestyle, to meet like minded people and socialize in a way they wouldn't be able to do in a mainstream bar."
Famous Plymouth pub set to reopen with a new look
Plympton
The Grade II listed hostelry The George is to undergo a refit but be ready in time for summer
Former Strictly judge Darcey Bussell's husband launches elected-mayor campaign for Plymouth
Politics
Angus Forbes is public face for group aiming to trigger a referendum and change city's system of government
Inside stunning Plymouth cottage that's now a modern family home
property news
This semi-detached property in Venton has undergone a programme of modernisation and extension works to create the fabulous home it is today
DWP warns 130,000 people they are going to have to pay money back
UK & World News
Some people who have started handing the cash back will be paying money to the DWP for more than 10 years
Surreal scenes as 'biblical rain' sparks floods near Plymouth
Weather
Rain has lashed the region as the Met Office warns of thunder and flooding across the region
Tackle our daily online crosswords, sudoku and codeword puzzles
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There's two Crosswords, two Sudokus and a Codeword
Check your pockets as £1 coin from 2016 could be worth £2,500
UK & World News
At least 50 of them have already been found
14 year old boy dies, 13-year-old critical, after water tragedy
UK & World News
A major rescue operation was launched
Shoppers can't get over 'game-changing' teeth whitening powder you can get for less in money saving deal
Shopping
MySweetSmile's teeth whitening powder is its best-selling product which is included in the three-for-two mix-and-match deal from the brand
Hay fever sufferers who drive warned of 'prosecution and losing your licence'
Motoring
If hay fever leads to a crash, there could be serious repercussions
'Severe' mortgage warning for tens of thousands of people
UK & World News
Mortgage rates have risen substantially over the past two years, adding hundreds to monthly bills
Dad who thought he had sciatica died eight days later
Health
Paul Kinloch had been feeling unwell, but thought it was related to his dialysis and sciatica
UK & World News
Four rare 50p coins that have massive values – with one worth £150
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Beautiful UK city 'is never crowded' and one of the nation's best places
Doctor Who
Wells in Somerset is a medieval gem that has been named the UK's best non-seaside town, even though technically, it's not a town at all
Hundreds parade through the Barbican during first day of Plymouth's Pirates Weekend
Barbican
The Barbican saw pirates galore turn out despite the sudden thunderstorm earlier this afternoon
Boxing fans watching Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk live stream will get TV freebie
Shopping
It's arguably the biggest boxing match of a generation, but fight fans watching the two champions go head to head tonight on DAZN will be getting an additional perk with the pay per view
Nine key symptoms of cancer that kills thousands every year
Health
Early detection will lead to a better outcome
Schools in England to be told not to teach sex education to children under 9
UK & World News
New guidance will be published on Thursday
Invaluable new cancer treatment approved for use on the NHS
Health
The treatment involves injecting millions of tiny radioactive beads called microspheres – smaller than the width of a human hair – into the blood supply
Nine key symptoms of cancer that kills thousands every year
Health
Early detection will lead to a better outcome
DWP update on Access to Work assessments as backlog soars for £66,000 help
UK & World News
The scheme supports disabled people to get work and critics have asked why delays getting worse as the government tries to force the disabled off benefits
'I'm a gran who wears shorts with pride – older women shouldn't be embarrassed'
London Marathon
Jacqueline Hooton, 61, from West Sussex, is a personal trainer who can lift double her body weight – but trolls still tell her to cover up and not wear shorts in public
'My childbirth destroyed everything good in my life' Louise Thompson opens up on motherhood
Celebs & TV
Former Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson has bravely opened up on the 'traumatic' birth of her son
Full list of 10 cheapest and most expensive cars to insure in 2024
Motoring
Car insurance can be costly, varying by by almost £1,000, depending on the make and model of the vehicle
Plymouth's Tom Daley ready to make a splash at fifth Olympic Games
Commonwealth Games
The nation has watched Daley's growth from boy to man and he remains one of the most popular people in the UK
Plymouth nursing apprentices who broke down barriers to achieve their career dreams
Health
'I wanted to show my son that hard work can lead you to great things'
Tractor driver arrested after colliding with car on the A38
Plymouth News
The driver of the car which overturned sustained minor injuries
A38 closed in Devon and standstill traffic after vehicle overturns
Local News
Diversion routes are being put in place and drivers have been urged to avoid the area
Stonehouse
Plymouth school celebrates glowing Ofsted report after years of being told to improve
The education watchdog has now deemed St Peter’s CofE Primary School a 'good' school
Marks and Spencer's summer beauty bag is worth £170 but costs only £30
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Samsung fans can grab Galaxy Buds for a cheaper price thanks to sale
Shopping
'I am amazed by the sound quality of these earbuds and how they cancels the sound'
UK's rudest restaurant Karen's Diner is returning to Plymouth
Food
The unique experience of Karen's Diner is heading back to the city - but best you don't risk clicking your fingers and shouting "garcon"
A38 blocked in Devon after vehicle overturns - live updates
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There is said to be queueing traffic in the area
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These are my priorities as your police and crime commissioner
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New plush seafront hotel an hour from Plymouth is a modern breath of fresh air
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Plymouth Argyle right to take their time over next head coach appointment
Fred Thomas
People have sent a clear message it's time for Tories to go
Inside stunning £1.25m Plymouth home that looks like it could be abroad
property news
The property has gone on the market
Plymouth court list includes 23 men and women in trouble
Courts
A week of court hearings have included a swathe of local men and woman who were dealt with by magistrates
Plymouth's Drake Circus store getting new homeware range
Drake Circus
Great news if you are looking to find pretty bedding, lighting and storage for your home
Amazon's best-selling anti chafing shorts that save your thighs from chub rub
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LIVE: Hundreds of sewage activists to take to water at Plymouth Hoe
Plymouth Hoe
The 'Paddle Out Protest' begins at 11am on May 18
£2.99 cider festival is coming to Plymouth for 10 days
Pubs
A selection of up to 15 craft ciders will be on offer at five Wetherspoons pubs
New Plymouth restaurant that's 'like a holiday' rated the best in the city
Plymouth Market
Diners have been raving about the giant wraps at the Plymouth Market venue which is in top spot on TripAdvisor just six months after opening
Woman cries for help after hair tangles in electric whisk when making pizza
NHS
Natalie was left in quite a tangle after making a pizza for her neighbour – only to get her hair stuck in the electric whisk. She ended up calling the NHS for advice
Talks underway in bid to keep Plymouth fish market open
Food
As Plymouth Trawler Agents prepares for last auction future of fish market is uncertain
New Look praised for 'super flattering' midi dress perfect for work and casual wear
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The shirt dress is available in five colours
Plymouth Argyle fined £5,000 after mass confrontation during Stoke City match
Plymouth Argyle
Stoke were fined £24,000 as a result of the incident, with an Independent Regulatory Commission highlighting their 'utterly dreadful record for offences of this type'
Met Office issues seven-hour yellow thunderstorm warning for Plymouth
Weather
The weather experts have issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms across the region
Four rare 50p coins that have massive values – with one worth £150
UK & World News
Check down the back of the sofa for these four rare 50p coins that would fetch a pretty penny if you put them on eBay – here's everything you need to know
Plymouth Parkway appoint their new manager
Football
Chris McPhee leaves his role as a coach within the Academy at Exeter City to succeed Lee Hobbs
Former British Army soldier asks Plymouth judge to jail her for as long as he could
Courts
Court heard how Jessica Meehan believed mental health support in prison would benefit her more than on the outside
Royal Navy surgeon suspended after rogue operation on boy at Derriford Hospital
Derriford Hospital
Surgeon Commander Anthony Lambert is a decorated military surgeon but a Medical Practitioners Tribunal suspended him for six months for his 'deplorable' actions - eight years ago at Derriford Hospital
Plymouth pub closes as landlord steps down after 25 years
Pubs
A popular Plymouth pub has closed and a big transformation project has begun as new owners take on the building
Courts
Former British Army soldier asks Plymouth judge to jail her for as long as he could
Court heard how Jessica Meehan believed mental health support in prison would benefit her more than on the outside
Northern Lights alert, display may be visible in UK again on Saturday
UK & World News
A new red alert has been issued for May 18 with displays visible anywhere in the UK
Take our UK theory test quiz as 'Plymouth drivers found most likely to fail' exam
Traffic and Travel
The Highway Code has been updated 24 times since 2015, but more than half of drivers admit they have not read it since passing their driving test. See how you would do in our quiz
15 Plymouth dogs looking for their forever homes right now
Animals
They all need new owners - can you help?
Inside the award-winning converted station house on the market for £800k
Tavistock
The three-bedroom family home with a two-bedroom annexe in Tavistock has 'breathtaking views' of the surrounding Devonshire countryside
Five staycation spots where great weather is almost guaranteed
What's On News
From a ground-floor apartment in the centre of Bournemouth to a cottage opposite Eastbourne’s stunning beaches
Review: Stylish Cath Kidson earbuds have the wow factor and won't sting your pocket
Shopping
A funky set of designs await you with this Cath Kidson and VQ link-up
Education
Plymouth's best and worst secondary schools for pupil progression
As pupils prepare to take their GCSEs, here are the council's secondary schools with the top and bottom scores for pupil progression
Luxury boat-maker Princess Yachts confirms it is making redundancies
Princess Yachts
The company said the restructure will ensure it remains sustainable after it was hit by industry-wide supply issues
Detached Plymouth home has a gorgeous ‘summer ready’ garden with its own hot tub
property news
The owners have carefully designed both inside and out to maximise the space available. The garden is a stunning space and a sun trap that has been beautifully landscaped
Ivybridge Donkey sanctuary now under threat of closure
Ivybridge
Huge worldwide charity considers closing four sanctuaries but global HQ in Sidmouth remains open
Plymouth fishing community will 'battle on' despite auction closure
Fishing industry
The final Plymouth Trawler Agents fish auction took place today, but the city’s fish merchants located at the fisheries in Sutton Harbour are still trading despite the “massive blow” to the industry
Argyle
property news
The most popular places to move to in Plymouth
The city saw a 110% increase in movers between 2022 and 2023
Plymouth Argyle have Michael Cooper issue to deal with this summer
Plymouth Argyle
The highly-rated goalkeeper finished the 2023/24 season in fine form after overcoming two knee injuries in the past 15 months
Plymouth Argyle fined £5,000 after mass confrontation during Stoke City match
Plymouth Argyle
Stoke were fined £24,000 as a result of the incident, with an Independent Regulatory Commission highlighting their 'utterly dreadful record for offences of this type'
Liam Rosenior reported to have ruled himself out for Plymouth Argyle job
Plymouth Argyle
The 39-year-old was surprisingly sacked by Hull City earlier this month and has been a popular choice among the Green Army to become the Pilgrims' next boss
Plymouth Argyle quartet facing career-defining 2024/25 season
Plymouth Argyle
Saxon Earley, Ben Waine, Callum Wright and Tyreik Wright all joined the Pilgrims in a flurry of permanent deals at the start of the 2023 January transfer window
Plymouth Visitor Guide
Doctor Who
Beautiful UK city 'is never crowded' and one of the nation's best places
Wells in Somerset is a medieval gem that has been named the UK's best non-seaside town, even though technically, it's not a town at all
New plush seafront hotel an hour from Plymouth is a modern breath of fresh air
Tourism
We checked into the 121-room hotel that's only been open since January
Top 10 most commonly mispronounced places in the South West - and how to say them
Tourism
The South West is home to some of the most beautiful towns and villages in the UK - but many of them have names that are difficult to pronounce for those not from the area
Tourists could be charged to visit Cornwall as 'Cornish tax' backed by major figure
Tourism
Malcolm Bell, the Chief Executive of Visit Cornwall, says a "Cornish tax" could work - and he believes other parts of the region should do the same
Quaint Devon village named one of the poshest places to live in Britain
Tourism
South Pool, near Kingsbridge, has been named one of the most beautiful locations in the UK and one of the prettiest parts of the county, as well as one of the best parts of the UK to live
UK & World News
UK & World News
Check your pockets as £1 coin from 2016 could be worth £2,500
At least 50 of them have already been found
14 year old boy dies, 13-year-old critical, after water tragedy
UK & World News
A major rescue operation was launched
DWP warns 130,000 people they are going to have to pay money back
UK & World News
Some people who have started handing the cash back will be paying money to the DWP for more than 10 years
Some parking tickets can be thrown straight in the bin, expert explains
UK & World News
She has explained how to tell which tickets have no force, and can be ignored
DWP reviewing thousands of benefits claims after releasing 'evidence'
UK & World News
Fraudsters have been using fake images in a bid to claim money from the DWP
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Live: Multi-vehicle crash on major Plymouth road
'At least three cars' are involved in the incident on Novorossiysk Road
'Kink dungeon' plans for Plymouth private members club
Plymouth City Council
"The concept is to create a friendly social hub for people of alternative sexual identification and lifestyle, to meet like minded people and socialize in a way they wouldn't be able to do in a mainstream bar."
Beautiful UK city 'is never crowded' and one of the nation's best places
Doctor Who
Wells in Somerset is a medieval gem that has been named the UK's best non-seaside town, even though technically, it's not a town at all
Plymouth funeral notices: Tributes to 23 lost loved ones
Obituaries
In total 26 death and memoriam notices were placed into the funeral notices section of PlymouthLive's sister title, The Herald
Former Strictly judge Darcey Bussell's husband launches elected-mayor campaign for Plymouth
Politics
Angus Forbes is public face for group aiming to trigger a referendum and change city's system of government
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UK & World News
DWP tests bank account checks and finds 63,000 benefit claimants breaking the rules
The DWP asked two high street banks to check accounts to see if the proposals were viable and the results are astonishing
Live: Multi-vehicle crash on major Plymouth road
Traffic and Travel
'At least three cars' are involved in the incident on Novorossiysk Road
Plymouth funeral notices: Tributes to 23 lost loved ones
Obituaries
In total 26 death and memoriam notices were placed into the funeral notices section of PlymouthLive's sister title, The Herald
'Kink dungeon' plans for Plymouth private members club
Plymouth City Council
"The concept is to create a friendly social hub for people of alternative sexual identification and lifestyle, to meet like minded people and socialize in a way they wouldn't be able to do in a mainstream bar."
Spanish island limits number of holiday beds saying 'we are suffering a tourist collapse'
UK & World News
The crackdown comes as authoities increased curbs on street drinking amid widespread anger over tourist numbers in the Balearic and Canary islands
Traffic and Travel
Live: Multi-vehicle crash on major Plymouth road
'At least three cars' are involved in the incident on Novorossiysk Road
'Kink dungeon' plans for Plymouth private members club
Plymouth City Council
"The concept is to create a friendly social hub for people of alternative sexual identification and lifestyle, to meet like minded people and socialize in a way they wouldn't be able to do in a mainstream bar."
Beautiful UK city 'is never crowded' and one of the nation's best places
Doctor Who
Wells in Somerset is a medieval gem that has been named the UK's best non-seaside town, even though technically, it's not a town at all
Plymouth funeral notices: Tributes to 23 lost loved ones
Obituaries
In total 26 death and memoriam notices were placed into the funeral notices section of PlymouthLive's sister title, The Herald
Former Strictly judge Darcey Bussell's husband launches elected-mayor campaign for Plymouth
Politics
Angus Forbes is public face for group aiming to trigger a referendum and change city's system of government