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Haul of drugs and cash seized during huge police operation
Officers seized two kilos of 'Spice' drug in Exeter, worth around £44,000 on the street
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Anger as children's memorial garden at Derriford Hospital 'destroyed by vandals'
A statue was smashed, and memorial baby names were 'thrown into the pond'
Beefy Boys submits plans to take over Exeter's former BrewDog site
The famous UK burger chain is known for ghost chilli and chipotle peanut butter burgers
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Plymouth Labour councillor quits group for personal reasons
Labour now down to 30 members
'My daughter was dragged 60 metres under a car and I'm still fighting for justice'
A young mum and her five-year-old daughter both died in the horrific incident
24 major brands closing branches or disappearing from UK - full list
2026 has seen a raft of closure announcements with banks, shops, restaurants and bars all disappearing from the High Street
South West Water shamed as Plymouth's proud status reduced to 'sick joke'
“While they are swimming in cash, we are swimming in.. well you know exactly what it is we are swimming in”
Crash blocks part of major Plymouth junction near park and ride - updates
Delays were reported in the area
Man dies in serious crash with parked van near Torpoint
His next of kin have been made aware
Boat crew see massive fin in Plymouth waters and soon learn it's not shark or dolphin
The coastal waters surrounding Plymouth and the wider Devon region are a hidden treasure trove of marine biodiversity, offering some of the most vibrant and unexpected marine wildlife sightings in the UK
Lucky boat crew spot large fin in Devon waters and realise it's amazing creature
A boat tour company must have felt very privileged to come across this rare creature while they were out in Devon waters – and plenty said they were jealous of the encounter
A lesson in history and musical theatre I will never want to forget
Working in the local press you realise it is often the true stories that can sometimes seem more far-fetched than fiction itself. And so it would appear with Operation Mincemeat if you were to cast your eye over the synopsis. What a tale!
Reform bid to block £35k Mutley Plain crossing fails despite 'traffic chaos' warning
Reform UK group says it's unnecessary but police figures suggest otherwise
'Lives at risk' warning over scooters sold by Currys, Argos, Amazon and Halfords
10 people were killed and 1,484 injured last year
Reform UK accused of 'throwing grenade' in Plymouth showdown
Heated row erupts over party's motion to put "British nationals" first
New plan for 200 more homes at huge Plymouth housing estate
Saltram Meadow is approaching one of its final hurdles
Where people in Devon and Cornwall have been caught doing sexual acts
The places include a children's play area
Coronation Street and Indiana Jones star dies aged 82
It has been confirmed the TV and film legend Michael Byrne has sadly passed away [National news]
Council head to court over Travellers in Eggbuckland park
Several caravans have been on the site for at least the last five days
Dismay at University of Plymouth as 'invaluable' support centre axed
The decision has been met with sadness