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Flavour Fest - the South West’s largest food and drinks festival returns to the city in May For details See Page 3

The Box is hosting Plymouth’s first-ever exhibition focusing on fashion in the city down the centuries See Page 13

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Plympton & Plymstock Plymouth’s print heritage will be celebrated this year with a three day festival Full details See Page 23

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A groundbreaking project has seen more than 200 trees planted at Mount Wise Community Primary School - thanks to YGS Landscapes and a host of volunteers and organisations in the city

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Protect others by staying at home if you are unwell We’ve seen some very high COVID-19 rates in Plymouth recently and many people have been experiencing it at home, school or their workplace.

With the reduced testing under the Government’s ‘Living with Covid’ plan we will no longer be able to use the COVID test figures to accurately gauge levels of the virus in Plymouth.

However, we will still be able to monitor COVID-19 rates using information from the Office for National Statistics (which takes a sample of the population) and through hospitalisation rates.

The number of people in hospital with COVID-19 is now beginning to reduce, which is a positive sign as this probably means that rates within our community are also reducing.

However, this reduction is only slight and we do not yet know how far rates will drop.

The recent high levels and the disruption caused to so many work places shows we cannot stop taking the virus seriously. It is important that everyone continues to look out for themselves and for others. This includes following Government guidance around COVID-19 infections, especially when rates are still so high.

If you have a positive COVID-19 test result or think that you have COVID-19, you should try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people for five days after the day you took your test (or developed the symptoms).

If you feel unwell with symptoms of a respiratory infection, especially if you have a high temperature or do not feel well enough to go to work or carry out normal activities, try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people. You should only consider going out when you no longer have a high temperature or when you no longer feel unwell.

Employers should be encouraging staff who have tested positive, or have symptoms, to stay at home for five days or until they no longer have a temperature. This helps to avoid spread to other employees in the workplace and people they might come into contact with through their work.

We all want our lives to return to normal but our experience over the last year has shown that we need to remain cautious.

We have to expect that new variants may emerge – we just don’t know how infectious

or how severe they might be. Organisations like WHO and UK HSA are on the lookout for any signs of new, concerning variants; we are not expecting anything new to hit us straight away.

There is a saying ‘plan for the worst but hope for the best’, which seems like a sensible approach.

So living with COVID-19 means remaining cautious and keeping up simple measures that help us remain safe but don’t hugely disrupt our lives.

The best thing everyone can do is follow the Government guidance on living with COVID-19, including getting fully vaccinated, maintaining good hygiene, letting fresh air in and wearing a face covering in confined spaces.

As the weather gets warmer we also now have more opportunities to meet others outside, where there is less risk of coming into contact with particles carrying the virus.

Living with COVID-19: five things you should be doing

As we all get used to living with COVID-19 it is down to each of us to continue managing the risks to ourselves and others.

There are five simple things you can do to protect yourself, your family and your community: 1. Get vaccinated to reduce the risk of you getting seriously ill and spreading the virus to others.

If you haven’t had all your vaccines yet you can book one on the NHS website or visit one of the walk-in sessions that are available at various locations around the city.

2. Avoid contact with others if you feel unwell or have flu-like or COVID-19 symptoms and a high temperature. You should stay at home if you can.

3. Let fresh air in to disperse COVID-19 particles when you meet others indoors, especially if they are at high risk from COVID-19. Meet people outdoors if you can.

4. Cover your mouth and nose with a disposable tissue if you cough or sneeze to reduce the spread of particles carrying the virus. If you do not have a disposable tissue, use the crook of your arm – not your hand. Wash your hands regularly.

5. Wear a face covering in crowded and enclosed spaces and when coming into contact with those at higher risk from COVID-19.

While free testing has ended for most people, free tests are still available for various at-risk groups and social care staff. You can buy tests at pharmacies and other stores.

Where to get your vaccine If you need a first or second dose of your COVID-19 vaccination, or a booster, you can get one at Home Park or the Council’s mobile vaccine van.

By Dr Ruth Harrell

Director of Public Health for Plymouth

The mobile van will be visiting the following locations: • Monday 9 May: Davie Hall (9am to 4pm) • Tuesday 10 May: Devonport Library (midday to 7pm) • Thursday 12 May: Frankfort Gate (11am to 5pm) • Sunday 15 May: Plympton Library (10am to 5pm) • Monday 16 May: Tothill Community Centre (10am to 5pm)

• Tuesday 17 May: Efford Library (9am to 4pm) • Thursday 19 May: Frankfort Gate (11am to 5pm) Home Park is also offering walk-in vaccinations.

Please check the website for sessions for specific age groups. Visit www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ get-tested.

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You can check the latest number of COVID-19 cases in Plymouth on the Council’s website at www.plymouth.gov.uk/COVID-19. NOTE: This information was correct at the time of going to press on May 5.

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Flavour Fest returns to the city with a mouth-watering line up

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A top line up of local chefs will be displaying their skills in the popular Cookery Theatre

Flavour Fest, the largest food and drink festival in the South West, returns to Plymouth city centre at the end of May with free entry to an enticing line-up of delicious food and drink, interactive family activities and cookery demonstrations.

This year the festival – which takes place from Friday May 27 to Sunday May 29 – will look different with one huge marquee covering the Piazza, filled with food and drink traders, ensuring a great day out whatever the weather.

The Cookery Theatre, which gives visitors the chance to pick up new tips, tricks and skills, will be opened

by Chris Tanner from Barbican Kitchen at 10am on Friday.

He’s followed by a line-up of talented local chefs across the weekend including Peter Gorton, Jacques Marchal, Suphawadee Kaden (Supha’s Street Food Emporium), Ryan Marsland (The Fig Tree @ 36) and Jake Hardington (Salumi Bar & Eatery).

The festival’s own take on ‘Ready Steady Cook’ will take to the stage at 1.30pm on the opening day and will include some local well-known BBC Radio Devon and Spotlight personalities and two popular regional chefs.

Steve Hughes, chief executive of Plymouth City Centre Company which runs Flavour Fest, said: “We’re really excited for the return of this year’s Flavour Fest, which attracts thousands of visitors. It’s a great

opportunity to shop local, supporting the region’s best food and drink producers, while also soaking up everything that Plymouth city centre has to offer. While you’re here make some time to browse the fantastic range of independent stores and high street staples.”

Inside the marquee nearly 70 of the region’s best food and drink producers will be selling their creations, with tasty treats on offer including brownies and baked goods, gins, rums and liqueurs, fudge, cheeses and much more.

The popular festival bar will be run by official partners Bays Brewery, a family run brewery that creates exceptional, multi award-winning beers.

Along Armada Way and around Place de Brest, a wide range of street food traders will be serving up a huge range of treats to tuck into on the day to really add to the festival atmosphere. Enjoy a locallyproduced coffee or indulge in a cocktail, or grab a freshly cooked stone baked pizza or BBQ dish for lunch.

Younger festival-goers can also enjoy interactive fun provided by local charity Jeremiah’s Journey, including face painting and a magician.

Flavour Fest has also been supported by City College Plymouth and students will be getting involved to assist with the running of the event and gain hands-on work experience.

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Catering students will be supporting the impressive line-up of guest chefs, whilst media and business students will also be soaking up the atmosphere whilst putting their emerging skills to use at this event.

Chef lecturers Richard Farleigh and Gemma Outtram will also take to the stage to give a very useful demonstration on cooking nutritious meals on a budget, whilst other members of the hospitality and catering team will be manning the City College Plymouth stall.

Laurence Moody, academy manager for Hospitality, Catering and ESOL at City College Plymouth, said: “As the event nears, I know all of the students lucky enough to be involved with this high-profile event are becoming increasingly excited.

“Our catering students are going to be supporting some of the area’s top chefs, which is great for both their knowledge and confidence, and will be extremely useful when they start working in industry.

“We are also really pleased that we will have an opportunity to support others in the community through our demonstrations of healthy eating on a budget, something that we hope will have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of those in Plymouth and the surrounding area.

If you are attending this event, make sure you stop by the City College stall.”

For all the latest information about Flavour Fest, visit www. flavourfestsw.co.uk.

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Woodside Sanctuary, based in Elfordleigh, provides both a temporary and permanent home to 19 different species of animals.

Looking after such a diverse sanctuary is tireless and requires huge commitment and drive, not only to get through the day to day work, but also to fundraise and maintain the buildings, that are home to the animals.

The buildings on site continue to expand in order to meet local needs and those of the animals on site. The sanctuary are grateful to be coming out of a tough Winter where they battled to keep one kennel block warm enough to be able to be used after systems started to fail.

Woodside founder Carole Bowles said: “We have two kennel blocks on site. Both are over 20 years old and have had very little work done to them in the last two decades.

With such cold winters we have noticed that one block urgently needs a new heating system.”

Not only is it needed to keep the dogs warm but with such a variety of dogs in their care, Woodside require a section

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of their kennels to have individually controlled heating.

Carole said: “Over the last 20 years since we designed the kennel block we have seen a big shift in breeds we need to help. The coat on a husky mix to say a greyhound are so different that they require different heating levels so block heating does not work in these ways. Our new system will allow for this.”

The sanctuary have found two local contractors who can carry out the work needed and reduce costs by reusing much of the existing pipework and flooring, but will still need to raise £10,760 for the work to be carried out.

Carole added: “We understand that money for many is tight, especially after the last two years so we don’t like to hold out the begging bowl too often, but if anyone did feel they could support the project, even with a small donation, it would all help.”

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South West will also be taking part. There will be a large display commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Falklands conflict. Hot and cold refreshments are available during the day. Further details from Dave Watson on 01752 518287.

St Luke’s popular Midnight Walk returns on July 22

Gospel Choir Concert July 2 A special evening of top class family entertainment at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall at 7.30pm. All ages welcome. Callington Community Gospel Choir welcome you to join them sing, clap, dance along, or just sit and and enjoy yourselves. Free entry donations welcome on the night to charity.

Exhibition Until May 19 An exhibition entitled Artists in Residence, detailing the lives and work of some of Plymouth’s famous local artists, will be held at the Visitors Centre, Ford Park Cemetery. Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, weekdays 10.30am to 3.30pm (12.30pm to 3.30pm at weekends) until April 30, and then daily until May 19, 11am to 3pm.

Ball and Boe Jul 8 Two of the greatest voices in the world - Michael Ball and Alfie Box - will be performing in Central Park in July. As a duo, they have now sold over 1.5 million albums in the UK, received two Classic Brit Awards, sold out two headline arena tours and presented three ITV Specials. Tickets from www.ballandboe.com or www.ticketmaster.co.uk

Exhibition - Yonaoshi Until Jun 11 Featuring paintings, textiles, ceramics, film and sculpture, South West Showcase artist Huhtamaki Wab brings his solo exhibition ‘Yonaoshi’ to the MIRROR at Plymouth College of Art. The exhibition combines influences from Japanese mythology with concepts of ecological collapse and world renewal.

Charity Quiz Night May 13 Dartmoor Zoo will be holding a Charity Quiz Night at Plymouth Argyle to raise funds to support the zoo’s vital conservation work. Bring your family and friends along for a fun filled evening of quizzing on a variety of topics with top team prizes and a fantastic raffle.

For tickets and details visit www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk/ charity-quiz-night/or telephone 01752 837645.

Ben Hur May 13 South Devon Players present Ben Our (touring play) at Stoke Damerel Church at 7.30pm. Tickets £10 from www.southdevonplayers.com or on the door.

Table Top Sale May 14 At the church of The Holy Spirit, Southway between 1pm and 3pm. Sell your unwanted items and make some money. Tables available for £5 with proceeds going to church funds for a defibrillator.

Refreshments available. For details text Veronica on 07855 256383.

Plymouth Jazz Club May 15 Dart Valley Stompers at the Royal British Legion Club, Tailyour Road, Crownhill at 7.30pm. Tickets at the door only. Details from www.plymouth-jazz-club.org. uk. Future events: Pete Canter Quartet on June 5; Dave Vaughan Swingtet on June 19 Strictly Come Dancing - The Professionals May 19 and 20 The official tour is back for 2022 and heads for Plymouth Pavilions in May. Directed by Strictly’s creative director Jason Gilkison, the tour will feature an exciting line-up of 10 magnificent dancers and Strictly TV favourites including Australian Open Champion and 2018 finalist Dianne Buswell; two-time Ballroom and Latin World Champion Nadiya Bychkova and Professional World Mambo Champion and 2020 Strictly finalist Karen Hauer. Tickets from www. strictlytheprofessionals.com Lord Mayor’s Day May 21 This popular annual event offering lots of family fun will again be taking place in the city centre welcoming the new Lord Mayor into their role.

Tango Sonoro May 22 Performance by Tango Sonoro, a Devon and Cornwall based band specialising in Argentine tango and Latin music at Stoke Damerel Church, Paradise Road, Plymouth at 3pm.Tickets £15 available from 01752 770345.

Young Frankenstein May 25 to 28 Sounds Musical Theatre Company present Mel Brooks’ award Winning musical comedy at the newly refurbished Devonport Playhouse. The celebrated American brain surgeon grandson of the original Dr Victor Frankenstein arrives in Transylvania to

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inherit his grandfather’s estate - with hilarious consequences! Book tickets online at www. ticketsource.co.uk/sounds or phone 07395 159955.

Shows are at 7.30pm throughout plus 2.30pm Saturday matinee.

The Wedding Singer May 25 to 28 The Wranglers Theatre Company return with The Wedding Singer at the Muse Theatre, Lipson Academy, Bernice Terrace, Lipson at 7.30pm. Tickets from www. thewranglers.co.uk/wedding-singer-tickets.html Flavour Fest May 27 to 29 Foodie fans are in for a real treat this year as Flavour Fest returns to Plymouth city centre. It’s the South West’s largest free food and drink festival, with hundreds of local producers selling tasty treats and a chef stage with regional cookery stars showcasing their skills.

Freedom Community Festival May 28 and 29 The popular festival is back after a two year absence with some of the best in local music and plenty of family fun, starting at 11am each day in Freedom Fields.

Summer Concert May 28 Plymouth University Choral Society present a celebration of summer music for the Royal Jubilee at St Andrew’s Minster Church at 7.30pm. Music by Dowland, German, Jenkins, Walton and Zadok the Priest by Handel. Tickets available through the Arts Institute Box Office on 01752 585050 or email theartsinstitute@plymouth.ac.uk.

The Big Jubilee Lunch June 2 to 5 The Big Jubilee Lunch is the cherry on the cake of The Queen’s Platinum celebrations happening right across the nation over th e first weekend in June. It’s all about sharing friendship, food and fun – a chance for neighbours and communities to celebrate their connections and get to know one another a little better. The Big Jubilee Lunch is a nationwide act of community friendship, with 2022 set to be a bumper year! For more information and to download a free pack go to www.thebigjubileelunch.com

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Neil Diamond to Home Park Stadium. Fifty years on from Neil‚‘s legendary ‘Hot August Night‚‘ concerts in 1972, One Night of Neil is set to be an extraordinary celebration of one of the world‚‘s greatest singersongwriters. With over 20 years of stadium concert experience, an expert team drawn from the worlds of Rock and Roll and West End theatre reproduce a stunning show worthy of the icon himself. Tickets available by calling 01752 907700. VIP packages available.

Music and Laughter June 11 Charity performance by PGS Theatre Company and The Carmenians at the Devonport Playhouse. The show will be a gala of songs and performances from popular stage musicals in memory of musical theatre lover Bridget Tope who died from Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in 2019. All proceeds will go to the MND Association. Shows at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets from 01752 405909.

Ocean City Running Festival Jun 19 Few cities can rival Plymouth’s rich seafaring heritage, its stunning waterfront and natural harbour, its vibrant cultural life and its close proximity to some of the most beautiful countryside in the UK. Thousands of runners of all ages will be making history by running in the Britain’s Ocean City Running Festival, encompassing the Half Marathon, 5K and 10K. Find out more at www.runplymouth.co. uk.

Plymouth Armed Forces Day June 25 Armed Forces Day returns to The Hoe and promises to be bigger and better than ever, celebrating the military and all the great work they do. This family fun day, in association with Babcock, will include a wide variety of thrilling activities and displays. The main stage will host performances from local choirs and groups throughout the day, and from 6pm, a free evening concert will entertain the crowds with a fantastic range of live music for all to enjoy. You can sing-a-long and dance the night away, with the fabulous backdrop of Plymouth Sound, with a fantastic headline act being announced soon! For more information visit www. plymoutharmedforcesday.co.uk

Paloma Faith Jul 9 Double platinum and BRIT award-winning artist Paloma Faith will embark on a huge UK summer tour, performing at some amazing outdoor venues throughout the UK, including a date in Plymouth on Saturday July 9 at Central Park. For tickets and more information go to www.premier.ticketek.co.uk

Open Day Jul 16

The Royal British Legion at 41 Market Road, Plympton is holding an Open Day and all are welcome. There will be entertainment, bric-a-brac, cake stall, arts and craft, barbecue food and much more. The fun begins at midday and entry is free.

Midnight Walk Jul 22 St Luke’s popular fund raiser returns to the city and will see thousands of women taking part. For full details and to sign up for the event visit www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/midnight-walk/ Sail GP Jul 30 and 31 SailGP will host its Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Plymouth for the second year running following a bumper event in 2021 which saw an estimated 27,500 spectators enjoy the spectacle. For full details visit SailGP.com Van Dike Reunion Event Aug 12 and 13 A grand get-together to mark the 50th anniversary of the closure of the historic Van Dike Club in 1972.

Celebrating the hundreds of rock, folk, progressive, glam rock, punk and new wave bands the Van Dike family presented to Plymouth audiences. The event at Plymouth Guildhall will feature an exhibition area with Van Dike posters, photos, records and Van Dike books and brochures for sale. From 12 noon to 5pm on Friday and 20am to 5pm on Saturday. Free admission. For more details e-mail vandike2018@ yahoo.co.uk British Fireworks Championships Aug 17 and 18 Look to the skies above Plymouth Sound as six top pyrotechnic companies showcase their very best work and battle to be crowned the champion, each putting on an extra special ten-minute display guarateed to leave you awestruck.

1 Big Summer Jun 2 to 4 Three days of entertainment on Plymouth Hoe. Each day has been curated to appeal to a plethora of musical tastes, genres and audiences, ensuring there really is something for everyone. Details www.1bigsummer.com

Summer Garden Party Jun 25 Dartmoor Zoo is staging an an exclusive adults only evening of fantastic concert band music and a sumptuous hog roast, salads and mini desserts. There will be a silent auction with some fantastic prizes and a fundraising raffle as well as animal talks. Tickets £25 which includes zoo entry, food and a welcome drink. Call 01752 837645.

Charity Black Tie Masquerade Ball Aug 27 A special event at Plymouth Guildhall to raise money for three worthy causes - the Royal British Legion, Mind Devon and Jeremiah’s Journey. The evening will feature a live band, buffet and a raffle with amazing prizes. Doors open at 7.30pm with the programme starting at 8pm and ending at midnight. Tickets for the event cost just £25 and can now be booked on Facebook by searching for Black Tie Masquerade Charity Ball.

One Night of Neil June 4 An incredible collection of stars from London‘s West End, backed by a phenomenal nine-piece band, will bring a concert celebrating the wonderful music of

Plymouth Model Show Jun 25 Taking place at Plymouth Guildhall from 10am to 4pm.

Plymouth’s model clubs will be displaying all types of static scale models along with several traders who will be selling model kits. Other clubs from across the

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Prestigious awards for two Plymouth businesses Two Plymouth businesses have been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise.

The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise is an awards programme for British businesses and other organisations who excel in one of four categories: international trade, innovation, sustainable development or promoting opportunity through social mobility.

Promoted by the Devon Lord Lieutenant’s Office, the Award is the most prestigious award a UK based company can win and just 200 of these significant accolades are given out each year.

Plympton-based Artemis Optical Limited, were recognised in the Innovation Award category. Artemis is a world renowned company with almost 70 years’ experience in the design and application of high precision, technically differentiated, optical thin film coatings for the photonics industry involving light technology.

It is one of the UK’s largest independent coatings providers with a client portfolio that includes blue chip original equipment manufacturers in the defence, aerospace, security, photonic surgery, medical and analytical instrumentation sectors. Overseas sales grew by 65% across the three-year period with top markets including the United States, Europe, India, Australia, the Middle East and the Far East.

It positioned itself in an advisory capacity leading to new contracts and developed more complex solutions for technically challenging market requirements across a broad spectrum of commercial and defence applications. The company has won the Queen’s Award for International Trade for Outstanding Short Term Growth in overseas sales over the last three years.

Stonehouse-based Services Design Solution Ltd were recognised in the Sustainable Development category. The company started trading in 2004 and provides consulting engineering focused on sustainable construction, supporting the delivery of zerocarbon developments.

They design innovative, energy-efficient functional engineering systems for hospitals, schools, universities, public buildings, commercial and industrial developments.

Employing 70 staff, the company has a turnover of £5.6m, with an impressive growth rate and donate one per cent ofrevenue to good causes. The business has set performance targets on social matters, including expanding sustainable sales, volunteer hours, charitable giving and training.

The awards are valid for five years and winners are invited to a royal reception at Buckingham Palace and presented with the award at their company premises by Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Devon, David Fursdon. In addition, winners are able to fly the Queen’s Awards flag at their main office, and use the emblem on marketing materials such as packaging and adverts.

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19 Britain’s Ocean City Running Festival Plymouth Hoe

23 and 24 National Marine Park Big Blue Splash Plymouth Waterfront

23 Rehabilitation Triathlon hosted by the Royal Marines Plymouth Hoe

30 and 31 Great Britain Sail Grand Prix Plymouth Sound

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25 Armed Forces Day Plymouth Hoe

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The mystery of a row of street lights which were put up and later taken away without ever coming on has been revealed.

Plympton residents were left baffled by the sudden appearance of the row of lights on the uphill section of Merafield Road adjacent to Harwick Woods leading out of Plympton towards Plymstock.

It was thought at first this might have been a planned improvement as part of the new crematorium being built nearby but the lights never came on and then just as quickly as they went up they were suddenly removed again.

Now Plymouth City Council has revealed the details of this mystery. A spokesperson said: “We had explored the possibility of lighting but the costs of connecting the lighting and the infrastructure required proved prohibitive.

“The columns were installed in error by a contractor ahead of final quotes coming in.

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Big Bowls event Oreston and District Bowls Club at Dean Cross Sports field in Plymstock is hosting the Big Bowls event on Sunday May 29 from 1.30pm to 4pm.

Playing bowls gives a chance for all people of any age or ability to spend time and have fun in the fresh air which is much needed now.

Lady or gentleman they can be as energetic as they wish, and what better way to enjoy a summer afternoon! The game offers an opportunity for companionship and socialising and many friendships have been formed on the bowling green.

Ladies captain Pam Mills said: “We invite everyone to visit us to see what we do, to help you to have a go and for you to find out what a pleasant, thought provoking game it can be if you want it, imagine snooker on grass!

“Oreston and District Bowls Club is Plymstock’s closely guarded secret: we are a mixed club hidden behind the children’s play area in Dean Cross Road, opposite Kenley’s Nursery.”

Visitors will recognise club members because they will be wearing the new club shirts which, together with some other bowls equipment, the Co-op Community Fund has helped to provide. The club would like to thank the Co-op customers who have supported it by donating to the Community Fund.

Pam added: “Please come along, we’d love to share our sport with you. We will provide all the equipment and sanitiser you would need to try, but we ask that you wear flat shoes without heels.”

Anyone who would like to go along at a different time, or for more details, contact club secretary, Vicky on 07966 551212.

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Relay For Life takes place in Plymouth in July - and now is the time to sign up!

Cancer Research UK’s Relay For Life is a family festival celebrating the power of community fundraising in the fight to beat cancer.

Teams of friends and family fundraise for life-saving research then unite at a weekendlong festival to honour everyone affected by cancer and celebrate the progress made in research.

Sign up to Relay For Life Plymouth, which is taking place at Tor Bridge High School, on July 30 and 31. The festival is focused around a 24-hour relay where team members take it in turns to walk around a track to show that together they will do whatever it takes to beat cancer.

People can take part in Relay For Life as a Regan was diagnosed with cancer at the age of six

team captain, team member or as a cancer survivor.

Regan first started participating in Relay For Life to honour his nan and auntie but he never thought that he would be taking part as a cancer survivor. Regan was diagnosed with a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in May 2012, just weeks after his sixth birthday.

In November 2012 Regan had his final operation to remove the last bit of tumour and had his last chemotherapy in January 2013.

Regan said: “I only remember the positive times in hospital. I used to go to Southampton every three weeks for a week of chemotherapy, but never complained, I was always excited about having an Xbox to play on at the end of my bed.

“I made friends with a few children, who always seemed to be in hospital at the same time as me, they really helped me as they were older and gave me tips about eating different things such as fizzy sweets when having chemo so I couldn’t taste it.”

Regan is now 15 years old and doing well at school, loves attending Cadets, playing football and still enjoys gaming.

Cancer Research UK spokesperson Sam Morris said: “Thanks to you, we’ve helped double cancer survival

in the last 40 years. Today, two in four people survive the disease. Our ambition is to accelerate progress so that three in four people survive cancer by 2034.”

During the weekend Relayers participate in an incredible event of celebration and remembrance. They can enjoy a variety of games, music from local performers and hear about Cancer Research UK’s ground-breaking science.

One of the most cherished moments of the

festivities is the Candle of Hope ceremony.

This is an unforgettable experience as the evening is lit up with candles to honour every life touched by cancer.

Sam added: “We are absolutely determined to continue our vital research to create better treatments for tomorrow, but we need your help today. By starting or joining a Relay For Life team, your fundraising will make a difference and together we will beat cancer.”

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Don’t miss a trick, be scam aware Each year millions of people in the UK fall prey to scammers. Sometimes the impact is ruinous for people losing their savings in the space of a telephone conversation or just a simple click of a mouse. Therefore, Citizens Advice Plymouth takes part in the national campaign to raise awareness of scams. using all their guile to trick you into parting with your money.

Scammers come in all shapes and sizes and are always very sophisticated. So, beware! Action Fraud warns that people lost more than £50 million to remote access scams and £4 million to ticket scams last year.

Scammers quickly exploit our fear, willingness to help or zeal to gain more money. They do everything they can to appear legitimate. Don’t be embarrassed if you have been taken in. Get help straight away, the longer you wait, the more damage they can do.

Here we reveal some of the most recent scams to watch out for:

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Recently we have found that doorstep sellers are trying to sell “better option tariffs” for fuel prices. If someone gets in touch about a great energy price deal, beware. The golden rule is that if it sounds too good to be true, then it is too good to be true.

Fake Ukraine Fundraisers Action Fraud has received reports of bogus requests to fundraise for victims of the war. Scammers often use global events or tragedies as the opportunity to prey on your compassion and willingness to help those in need. They use various methods to con donors, including asking for donations or selling T-shirts. Never click on the links or attachments in suspicious emails or respond to unsolicited messages asking for personal or financial details.

Be cautions when donating to an online fundraising page – poor English, such as spelling mistakes or grammar, could mean the page isn’t genuine.

Council Tax Rebate Fraudsters also use the UK Government

Scheme as an opportunity to gain people’s bank account details. If someone calls or emails pretending to be from the council and asks for your bank details, hang up or don’t click on any links. Councils will never call or email asking for your bank details.

WhatsApp friends and family impersonation scam If you get a WhatsApp message from an unknown number that claims to be from your family or a friend in need, it might be a scam. Fraudsters will give a reason why they’re using a different number, like ‘they’ve lost their phone’, then they might ask for some financial help.

Never give your bank details or pin number to someone over the phone. Call your family or friend from a number you trust to check if it’s genuine. Never call a number from the message. If you think it’s a scam, report it on WhatsApp.

Think - check details carefully. Does it feel right?

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Plympton gearing up for return of popular Midsummer Festival

NEW LEISURE CENTRE Public consultation event Friday 20th May 2-7pm (drop-in) Sherford Community Hub

A state-of-the-art new leisure centre is planned for Sherford, a major investment in high quality community facilities to include an indoor 25-metre swimming pool, sports hall, soft play, gym, fitness studio, cafe, changing facilities and a 100+ space car park.

Plans for the leisure centre are due to be submitted for planning approval this summer, with work due to start on site by the end of the year (planning decision permitting).

Construction is expected to take around 18 months, which would see the finished facility open to the public in 2024.

If you live in Sherford, or in the wider local area, this consultation event is an opportunity for you to view the designs, speak to the project team, and share your views.

This is a drop-in event, open for you to attend at any time between 2-7pm on Friday 20th May.

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For the last couple of years, Plympton St Maurice has been eerily quiet. No flurry of meetings, frantic gardening, choir practice or decorating the Castle Green, writes Charmian Evans.

This year, things have changed. From June 17 to 19, the villagers will come out of hibernation, pulling together to bring back the popular ‘Midsummer Festival’ after years of COVID isolation.

“We’re all really excited to be getting involved,” said James Heesem, one of the organisers of the festival. “There’s no shortage of volunteers and people are glad to be able to resurrect the event, which for years has brought so much pleasure to so many.”

Years? More like centuries. There are reports of the Lamb Feast being held hundreds of years ago. This year, carrying on the tradition, the feast will be back, and like times past will be held on the Castle Green in the shadow of the Norman castle.

The Midsummer Festival kicks off on the Friday with a stirring choral performance by the Sir Joshua Reynolds choir at The Guildhall in Plympton at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £7 and are available on the door and include tea and biscuits.

Go through the ancient village early on

the Saturday morning and you’ll find volunteers running like ants to the Green, setting up gazebos, tables, sound systems, everything to ensure that the big event of the weekend is one for all to enjoy.

The smell of the lamb sizzling will set juices running as volunteers split baps and fry onions in readiness for the queues of people who’ve travelled miles to enjoy the afternoon. Local support is behind the event with sausages thanks to Allison’s butchers and help from the Lyneham Inn who produced some of the food.

Compere, former BBC presenter John Govier will have plenty to talk about. Drool over mouthwatering vintage cars or watch canine friends put their best paw forward in the Dog Show. Watch others throw their weight around in the Judo exhibition or trip the light fantastic in the dancing demonstrations.

As well as charity, cake and plant stalls, this year sees the result of lockdown skills – including many craft stalls displaying creative talent. Kids aren’t forgotten – swing boats,

Plenty of family fun at the Midsummer Festival

Open Gardens during the Festival always prove popular inflatable slides, icecream and more will keep all ages amused.

Meanwhile bands will perform, and fittingly, there’ll be a mediaeval re-enactment

by Historia Normannis on the Castle Green.

And if it all gets too much, simply go into the Guildhall and admire the talents and maybe even buy art from the display of the Plympton Painting Group.

If you want to relax in a gorgeous pub garden, nip into the London Inn – who are providing all the lovely bunting that flutters along the road – where you can get a lovely cold beer served by landlord Simon Gilley.

Sunday sees keen gardeners from miles and miles around flock to the Open Gardens.

Tickets are available from The Guildhall, the bottom of George Lane or Dark Street Lane for £5, children free. The gardens are open from 2 pm to 5 pm.

Open Gardens, supported by Otter Nurseries, gives people the chance to peek in behind the façade of the mediaeval houses, to see gardens planted in the ancient moat, mediaeval piggeries festooned with blossoms, huge walled gardens bearing vegetables and flowers – in short everything to make a gardener’s hearts sing.

And if you’re footsore, then be sure to go for tea in the church hall. You’re guaranteed a good bit of cake and a cuppa, and time to reflect on what great entertainment the Midsummer Festival has offered.

Relay For Life Plymouth 30th/31st July 2022 Tor Bridge High School Join your local Relay heroes as we unite to celebrate survivorship, remember loved ones and show that together we will beat cancer.

Sign up at cruk.org/relay Relay For Life is organised by volunteers from a Relay For Life Committee on behalf of Cancer Research UK. Cancer Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1089464), Scotland (SC041666), the Isle of Man (1103) and Jersey (247).

Northern Ireland charity registration pending. The Cancer Research UK name and logo is a registered trademark of Cancer Research UK and the Relay For Life name and logo is a registered trademark of the American Cancer Society.

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Please bring your CV to the open day held at: Princess Yachts, Newport Street, Plymouth PL1 3QG, from 08:00 - 12:00pm, Saturday 2nd July 2022. If you cannot attend, you can also apply for all vacancies online now, at www.princessyachts.com/recruitment or email us at cvteams@princessyachts.com Benefits of working at Princess include holiday above statutory guidelines, pension contributions, employee discounts nationwide, training, occupational health and more.

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Mrs Murals has an important message with her paintings on local subways

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Local artist Ellie Johnson, known for her community artworks as Mrs Murals, is collaborating with local schools and social enterprise company Pollenize, along with other local organisations Clean Our Patch and Art and Energy to brighten the local area of Chaddlewood with wild flowers and colourful paintings.

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On World Earth Day on April 22, Pollenize provided every schoolchild with a packet of wildflower seeds for them to sow. It is planned to sow some of these wildflower seeds alongside Mrs Murals’ current artwork at a Chaddlewood subway on Hillcrest Drive, which has a bee theme. Schoolchildren and their families will be able to see where their 36,000 packets of seeds will be making a difference by entering their planting location on an interactive online map.

Ellie said: “The wildflowers will brighten the neighbourhood and help everyone bee happy! One of the aims of this subway art project is to promote the importance of protecting our environment.

“Bees, butterflies and other pollenating insects play a vital role in our eco system and food production, helping plants grow, breed and produce food through pollination.

We’re trying to make a real difference to local wildlife by planting seeds, as well as highlighting our environmental message through art.

“The importance of bees has been highlighted recently in the news, due to the government recently allowing the use of neonicotinoid pesticides in the UK, which can be harmful to bees. UK bee population has been in decline for decades.”

Mrs Murals has just finished painting the third subway in Chaddlewood and plans to have all subways in the area painted with nature related themes by the beginning of August.

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The majority of women in prison have histories of trauma, abuse, and victimisation, with at least 60% of women being the victims of domestic abuse.

The Women’s Centre will ensure that women are at the centre of joined up services addressing underlying needs, which will improve the lives of women and their families.

In addition to the Women’s Centre project’s core vision for women leaving prison, Trevi will also

be able to link women with other services they provide.

This includes their Spark Project Assertive Outreach Programme, which supports women facing multiple disadvantage to help keep them safe from violence and abuse.

The programme also includes street outreach in various locations and a 24/7 free text service where women can get a call back from a practitioner out of hours, and follow up support the next working day.

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Plymouth’s first-ever dedicated fashion exhibition at The Box highlights centuries of stories An exhibition currently on display at The Box is paying homage to the city’s fashion past and future.

Fashion through the ages is featured in the exhibition

‘Dress Code – Fashion Stories from The Box’ – runs until September 4. It features garments that date back to the 1700s and accessories that date back to the 1500s, and explores contemporary conversations about identity, sustainability, shopping, design, making and craft.

The exhibition marks the very first time the city has staged a show dedicated to fashion, with highlights from The Box’s fascinating costume and textile collection displayed alongside paintings, drawings, film and archival material to tell important local and international stories.

A paper dress from the 1960s foretells the future of fast fashion, while a 300 year old silk gown tells the story of the global textile trade. A new hand-made green, black and white latex dress titled ‘Brand Me – Flag Me’ has been created thanks to a unique collaboration with Plymouth-based Westward mend’ ethos of the post-war period.

Bound, to represent the past and present of The role fashion has played in global garment production in the city and make a trade and the contribution made by some bold contemporary statement. of Plymouth’s most well-known garment Terah Walkup, Curator of Art at The manufacturers of the recent past are also Box said: “Realising this exhibition and explored. the partnerships that ‘Dress Code’ has ‘Little Black Dress’ was created in 2000 involved has been a dream come true. I’m

by Italian artist Maurizio Anzeri who is proud to have created an exhibition that presenting a range of works in spaces around showcases historic garments alongside a new The Box until the autumn completes the contemporary acquisition, and to be able to give The Box’s visitors a rare glimpse into the breadth Italian artist of our collection.

Maurizio “The exhibition has already Anzeri’s Little sparked so many conversations Black Dress from local memories to new interpretations by current fashion students. I’m enjoying seeing so many visitors chatting about and sketching what’s on display.”

Elsewhere in ‘Dress Code’, visitors can see beautiful silk dresses from the 1700s, accessories from the Victorian era, a glass bead dress from the ‘roaring twenties’ and garments representing the ‘make do and

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Victoria Pomery, CEO at The Box said: “The crossover between fashion and art has always been extremely strong so we’re delighted to be showing Maurizio Anzeri’s sculptural dress within ‘Dress Code’.

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Police appeal for witnesses after Ridgeway crash

Police are appealing for witnesses after a motor cyclist was seriously injured in an accident in Plympton.

Emergency services were called around 9.30pm on Tuesday April 26 following a single-vehicle collision on the Ridgeway in Plympton.

The collision involved a black HarleyDavidson motorcycle and the rider, a local man in his 30s, was seriously injured.

He remains in Derriford Hospital for treatment and his injures are believed to be potentially life changing.Police attended the scene, and the road was closed for around three-and-a-half hours while investigation work took place.

Officers are appealing for witnesses and would also like to hear from anyone who has dash cam footage which could assist with the investigation.

Anyone with any information is asked to telephone 101 or email 101@dc.police.uk, quoting log 887 of April 26.

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Sharon’s marathon litter pick raises a tidy sum for charity

A Plympton woman has successfully completed a 24-hour litter pick and raised a tidy sum of money for Devon MIND, the local mental health charity.

Sharon Pengelly has been an active member of Plympton Litter Pickers - which is part of Clean Our Patch – for three years and is one of 50 volunteers who regularly litter pick to help keep Plympton clean.

She set off at 7.30am and spent the next 24 hours collecting litter at a number of locations across the city. She was joined at various points during the day and night by other volunteers from the Plympton Litter Pickers group.

Sharon said: “I am delighted to have completed the challenge and raised a staggering total of £1272 for Devon MIND – as well as achieving a much cleaner Plymouth Sharon Pengelly presents the cheque for £1272 to representatives from Devon MIND

Walking tennis starts in Plympton

A new type of tennis has started in Plympton with the aim of helping those with various medical conditions take part in the sport.

Known as ‘walking’ tennis the rules are very similar to the conventional game, other than a double bounce of the ball is allowed before it has to be returned over the net.

This enables the game to be played at a more gentle pace and is targeted at people recovering from injuries, those with long term health conditions and post-natal mothers.

The project is being spearheaded by local tennis coach Jane Wilson who is working in conjunction with social prescribers at local medical practices, although a medical referral is not specifically needed to take part.

The sessions currently take place on Thursday mornings and booking enquiries can be made to mail@tennis-plympton. co.uk or by phone to 07784 193094.

(Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

Combined Cadet Force plans for 80th anniversary Hele’s School Combined Cadet Force (formerly Plympton Grammar School CCF) will be celebrating their 80th anniversary in June 2023.

They are aiming to make it a memorable event so are currently looking to collect some historic photos, stories and memories from former cadets.

They are also looking for any information on three former Contingent Commanders, namely Senior Master (Flg Off) J A Jenkinson, Major George A Harris and Wng Cdr Bill Stacey.

If you are able to help please email helesccf@gmail.com (story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

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after we litter picked in the areas we concentrated on.

“I also managed to achieve a personal record of 105 bags filled in one pick. That’s a huge amount of litter that is no longer clogging the streets of our beautiful city. We collected hundreds of masks, bottles and dog poo bags in the process.

“Thanks to everyone who donated: your support is greatly appreciated. Thanks, too, to those who came along to support me in person. A brilliant 24 hours all round.”

Commenting on the benefits of litter picking Sharon said: “As well as improvements to physical health, many members of the group have commented on the changes they have experienced to their mental health. Positive changes include increased self confidence,sense of worth

and value. The friendships, camaraderie and social events have ensured that loneliness is a thing of the past for our members.”

Sharon is joined by supporters

New Stannator and Youth Ambassador take office After a hiatus caused by the Coronavirus pandemic Plympton once again has a Stannator and a new Youth Ambassador following an investiture ceremony for both roles held at Harewood House on April 23.

Pastor Arno Bessel has become the 41st modern day Stannator and Bel Winsor-Maloney is fourth person to take up the role of Plympton Youth Ambassador.

Arno was chosen as Stannatorelect at the March AGM of Plympton Community Council in a three way secret ballot of the individuals and groups making up the Community Council and Bel was chosen from four candidates interviewed for the role by a selection panel on 8 April.

Guests, including The Lord Mayor of Plymouth Cllr. Terri Beer and her consort Mr Colin Beer, Sir Gary and Lady Streeter, as well as family, friends and members of Plympton Community Council witnessed Arno take his oath of office and Bel make her promise following which they were presented with their chain and badge of office.

The ceremony was presided over by John Gilding, the recently elected new chairman of

Plympton Community Council.

It is customary for the new

Stannator to announce one or more chosen charities to support

Stannator Pastor Arno Bessel and Youth Ambassador Bel Winsor-Maloney Photo: Plympton Community Council

during their stannatorial year.

Arno has selected two causes Jeremiah’s Journey and Plympton Foodbank.

During her year as Youth Ambassador Bel wants to work towards getting more young people involved in volunteering and encouraging local charities to advertise opportunities for them to volunteer.

While at the investiture evening the Lord Mayor was presented with a cheque for £700 by the Plympton Community Council for her own two charities, Bowel Cancer West and the NSPCC. This sum was raised over the past twelve months via various activities including running the coffee bar at Harewood House.

The three historic Plympton Maces made their annual pilgrimage from Plymouth to Plympton for the investiture evening and following the ceremony the Lord Mayor wore the fabulous Astor Diamonds.

Anyone wishing to have the Stannator or Youth Ambassador come along to any of their groups or events should e-mail plymptoncommunitycouncil@ gmail.com (Story courtesy of the Plympton Podcast)

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Art of recovery at Harbour Harbour, Plymouth’s leading addiction support service, is using art to help the people of the city as a new mural on Mutley Plain by local artists welcomes people working through their addiction.

Charities join forces to form new mental health alliance Mental health charities from across Devon have unveiled the Devon Mental Health Alliance (DMHA), a partnership which aims to improve access to mental health services and identify new opportunities to support people across all of the county’s communities.

The colourful mural is next to Harbour’s Mutley Plain building, near the Seaton Barracks car park.

Harbour has a long history of saving lives, local artists Yvonne Hayes and Debra Purse, have drawn on their own creativity to give something back to those that have helped them in times of crises.

Debra reflects on her journey: “I wanted to die. I worked with Hamoaze and Harbour and came out of addiction, gradually trusting the process and the staff, I never trusted anyone before.

“I applied to Plymouth College of Art for a BA Hons Degree and they accepted me! I could never have achieved this without the help and support I received” “The mural shows a picture of a Harbour, the rest we named Starry Starry Plymouth after Van Gogh, the lighthouse represents the LGBTQ+ community, the houses represent the citizens of our city, the big white house is Hamoaze, and the greenery reflects Dartmoor.

“The mural also represents hope and is a beacon to everyone struggling at the moment.”

Yvonne had a troubled childhood and was raised in a cult like religion, she developed unhealthy ways of

managing difficult emotions and stress. Alcohol became a part of managing long term mental health problems, which only exasperated the issues.

Yvonne reflects: “I sought help from Harbour and later Hamoaze which became a lifeline for me.

Whilst at Hamoaze they recognised a creative part of me, which they encouraged and without their support, I would not now be studying at degree level.”

If you or anyone you know needs support or you would like to find out more about Harbour its services, or how you can help, please get in touch at 01752 434343 or visit www. harbour.org.uk

Focused on delivering community services as part of the NHS Community Mental Health Framework improvement programme, the Alliance will be led by six organisations dedicated to supporting people experiencing mental health challenges. They will work collaboratively with partners from the statutory, voluntary, and community sectors to make services across Devon more accessible, more effective, and better suited to the needs of their users.

The DMHA includes six member charities: Improving Lives Plymouth, Shekinah, Step One Charity, CoLab Exeter, Devon Mind and Rethink Mental Illness. The collective is working closely with the Devon Partnership NHS Trust and Livewell Southwest as lead statutory partners, and will link with other organisations across the county to create stronger pathways and brand-new services dedicated to supporting people with mental health problems.

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Speaking on the launch, chair of the Alliance Rob Smith commented: “We’re so excited to be launching the Devon Mental Health Alliance after 12 months of work with charities, voluntary sector and NHS partners. There are so many great mental health services across Devon, but with the strength of our six organisations – and numerous other partners we hope will join us in the future – we know that we can make a real positive change in how thousands

of people across the county access and benefit from support.”

As part of the DMHA’s work, several dedicated roles will be created to develop and deliver services across four coordinated areas of Devon, the fourth-largest county in England. Each area will have a locality manager to help coordinate services, as well as multiple recovery practitioners to deliver therapeutic intervention, courses, workshops, and more.

Recruitment has already begun for these roles and will continue over the next year.

To find out more about the Devon Mental Health Alliance and how to get involved, visit www. mentalhealthdevon.co.uk or email info@mentalhealthdevon.co.uk.

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Energy rebate update from city council

Households in Plymouth that pay their Council Tax by direct debit are due to receive the Government’s £150 energy rebate within the next few weeks.

Plymouth City Council has let a contract to a software supplier to enable its Council Tax collection system to be used to make the payments .Those who pay by direct debit can expect to receive their payment by mid-May. The council will then let other households know how to apply for the rebate. Households in council tax bands A to D are eligible for the £150 payment, which is being offered to help families with the rising cost of living.

Brendan Arnold, the council’s service director for Finance, said: “We have always been keen to pay the £150 rebate as quickly as possible but there are a number of steps we need to take to make it happen and we have a duty to ensure we minimise the risk of errors when dealing with payments on this scale.

“Like many other councils we need to make changes to our collection system which is designed to receive, rather than make payments. Work with an external supplier to do this is under way and the payments will be made in the next few weeks.

“We strongly encourage people to pay their Council Tax by direct debit anyway but those who pay in this way will receive their rebate first.”

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Donation boost for Hamoaze Plymouth based charity Hamoaze House is to receive a £1,000 donation from leading regional housebuilder Persimmon Homes Cornwall.

The charity applied for the funding from the Persimmon Community Champions scheme, which was established to provide assistance to the region’s charities, organisations and good causes.

Jan Hogan from Hamoaze House said: “Our charity was established almost 25 years ago when it was first granted charity status.

“Our main activities involve the provision of day support rehabilitation for those in the community affected by multiple vulnerabilities and complex needs, with a focus on the problematic use of drugs and alcohol. This work includes assistance and support for families and friends.

“We are also funded to deliver a hidden harm project which supports children whose lives are affected by parental use of drugs and alcohol. Alongside this we run an alternative programme of activities for young people who may be at risk, on a reduced timetable or in danger of being excluded from school. We also offer after school clubs, sports clubs, life skills coaching with positive activities and a youth club.

“The property we operate in is mainly carpeted throughout and has received significant wear and tear over the years, so we are looking to replace several areas where this is significant. We undertake a lot of our own fundraising, such as with a Just Giving Page and through our charity shop. We also have an onsite Coffee Box café, where service users volunteer as part of their paths to recovery.

“We are extremely grateful to Persimmon Homes Cornwall for this donation which will enable us to get our new carpets fitted and make our premises much nicer for all who use them.”

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Access can provide a perfect pathway to higher education In September, former City College Plymouth student Chloe Shaw started a degree in architecture aged 31.

Chloe was one of tens of thousands of mature students that year to start a university course after completing an Access to Higher Education (HE) diploma. And, like hundreds of thousands of people before her, Chloe is now on course to her dream career via the Access to HE route.

Rachel Feaviour, manager of the Access to Higher Education provision at City College Plymouth, said: “Society has this idea that you go to university soon after completing A Levels and that this is the only route into many professions. Life doesn’t always work that way, and Access to HE is that second chance.”

Access courses are designed, in particular, for people who did not go to university from school and have been out of education for some time providing a second chance at university and a graduate career.

Whilst nursing, science and social sciences are among the most popular Access courses, City College offers Access

courses in business, engineering, computing, law, humanities, social work and creative subjects such as journalism, art, music and games design. They cover the relevant subject knowledge and will help students develop their academic skills, ensuring they are prepared for university.

For those aged 19 to 23 who don’t have a Level 3 qualification, an Access course might be free.

All other Access students can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan, which will cover the cost of tuition fees: other financial support might be available depending on circumstances.

Rachel said: “The term loan can be off-putting, but many don’t realise that if you go on to complete a uni-level qualification, you don’t have to repay the Advanced Learner Loan.

“A lot of people do it for their children; others do it for their partner. But ultimately everyone is doing it for themselves, investing in their futures and succeeding in their chosen career.”

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Wayne’s marathon effort to help the homeless A Whitleigh man is in training for the London Marathon and aims to raise funds for the homeless and people with addictions.

Wayne Wheeler, who is 52, had his own battle with drug and alcohol addiction earlier in his life and now hopes to raise £2,500 for the Salvation Army, who do so much good work for people who are struggling.

It will be Wayne’s first marathon - but he has completed several half marathons in the past and will be taking part in this year’s Plymouth Half Marathon with his 23-year-old son Zach.

A former professional boxer Wayne is now an active member of St Chad’s Church in Whitleigh having become a committed Christian two years ago.

Wayne was born and brought up in Whitleigh and had a challenging home life as a child, with lots of rows and arguments.

He struggled at school with reading and writing because of dyslexia and obsessive compulsive disorder and was frequently punished for misbehaving.

In his 20s Wayne mixed with the wrong crowd in Stonehouse and his lifestyle spiralled into chaos. By the age of 21 he was homeless and had become heavily involved in drug dealing as well as other crime.

He ended up living in run down property in Stonehouse until his mum and sister persuaded him to go home.

Wayne Wheeler They managed to secure a place for

Wayne at Broadreach - a rehabilitation centre in Plymouth - where he spent 13 weeks, before spending eight months at another drug treatment centre in Cornwall.

It was a turning point in Wayne’s life as he embarked on the the Twelve Steps, a recovery programme originated by Alcoholics Anonymous. It provides a spiritual foundation for personal recovery from the effects of life-controlling addictions.

Raising funds for charity is nothing new for Wayne. He has raised money for Broadreach and organisations helping victims of abuse in the past which included abseiling off Drake Circus.

Wayne said: “My passion now is to help other people less fortunate than me and I’m so pleased to have got a place in the London Marathon on October 2 to support the Salvation Army.”

Wayne trains in the gym on a daily basis and also helps run boxing classes at St Chad’s alongside the vicar, Rob Fowler, who was also a keen boxer in his youth. Wayne is helping others to train for the upcoming half marathon and also coaching a man who wants to take part in white collar boxing.

Wayne, who is a support worker, said: “Despite my age I’m still pretty fit and I’m really looking forward to taking part in the London Marathon.”

Wayne has a fund-raising page on Just Giving and would welcome any donations.

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A micro-forest with massive potential has been created, with hundreds of trees planted at a Plymouth primary school in a pioneering new project that wants to give every school its own forest.

Pupils and families at Mount Wise Community Primary School helped plant over 220 trees, including oak, willow, hawthorn, rowan and other varieties. An idea devised and led by local business, YGS Landscapes, this flagship forest marks the start of a project that it plans to replicate and roll out citywide.

The school’s new micro-forest is planted in such a way – using a method developed by worldrenowned ecologist, Dr Miyawaki – that it has the potential to grow 10 times faster, be 20 times more biodiverse, and can be up to 30 times better at absorbing carbon compared to more traditional ways of creating woodland, delivering huge benefits for the environment and air quality.

The micro-forest project started almost a year ago at Mount Wise, with the school eager to breathe new life into an overgrown and unused playground area – putting out a plea for help. It came at the right time, as YGS Landscapes sought out somewhere to create Plymouth’s first micro-forest. Paths crossed and the project grew from there. Giving time and abundant energy to the initiative for free, it has been project managed throughout by a leading member of the local business community, Nigel Pay. Support has come from across the city, from volunteers providing time, labour and equipment – including members of Plymouth Albion RFC who gave muchneeded muscle and manpower – as well as generous donations to help fund the work.

Millfields Inspired, the Stonehouse based charity, backed the project as part of its Widening Horizons schools programme, which supports school aged children and is soon to be delivered in Devonport.

The school now has a newly planted forest, complete with a forest school seating and learning area, to help children study and engage with the environment. To help bring learning to life, YGS Landscapes’ managing director, Steve WarrenBrown has penned a children’s book series, illustrated by local artist Steve Evans. The book series is named ‘My Wacky Forest’ and plays on the name of Dr Miyawaki, whose natural planting methodology inspired this Plymouth project.

Enthusiastic youngsters enjoy getting involved

The first three books in the My Wacky Forest series feature a lead character Mushi, a ‘fun guy’ mushroom, who introduces young readers to an array of colourful woodland creatures to help convey stories about the natural environment in a fun, informative and entirely unique way. With more stories up Steve’s sleeve, there is yet more to come from Mushi and pals in the future.

The books have been adopted into the curriculum at Mount Wise, so that the new microforest, forest school, and books can work handin-hand to educate, entertain and empower a new generation of environmentalists. All children received copies of the new books at the treeplanting day, and enjoyed a storytelling session in

the forest school area.

A successful start for a project with huge potential for local schools, communities, businesses and the entire environment, there are plans afoot to scale up and branch out across the city. YGS Landscapes plans to create a programme that unites schools, volunteers and businesses seeking to offset carbon and support community projects. The goal is to give every school their own forest, either on their own land, or created in their name within public spaces.

Steve Warren-Brown of YGS Landscapes, said: “I wanted to create Plymouth’s first ever urban micro-forest, and that’s been achieved, with the help of an enthusiastic school, supportive sponsors and generous volunteers. I’m exceptionally proud to have brought my vision and books to life in this way. This is the culmination of much hard work, creativity and passion – and hopefully just the start of a project with huge potential.

“Micro-forests are incredible for our climate and community; they act as a ‘super-lung’ by improving air quality in the area around it – and who wouldn’t want that to be a part of every school? For communities, the advantages are obvious, benefiting the next generation in so many ways, and for businesses looking to offset their carbon and support socially responsible projects, it presents a huge opportunity.”

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As part of the company’s ongoing ‘CM Grow’ initiative, CMO has committed to planting 5,000 new trees in total and has already raised an impressive £22k of its £30k fundraising target.

Two thousand of the trees have now been planted at Poole Farm in Derriford, a community farm that’s focused on community involvement through health and wellbeing, education and conservation. The young tree whips were planted to form a mosaic of different forest habitats in the area. A further 500 trees have also been planted at Newnham Meadow Park.

Over 100 people helped plant the trees, with staff at CMO, which is the UK’s largest online-only retailer of building and construction materials, keen to get their hands dirty, alongside friends, family and members of wider community.

Further support for the campaign has come from national charity Trees for Cities, who has partnered with CMO to help identify the local sites and bring its ‘CM Grow’ campaign to fruition.

Launched by CMO at the beginning of 2021, the campaign forms part of the company’s wider commitment to its environmental, social and corporate governance responsibilities.

The ambition behind the CM Grow campaign is also inspired by the company’s desire to improve the air quality and natural landscape of Plymouth where its head office is based, whilst also reducing its own carbon footprint.

Commenting on the CM Grow initiative, CMO’s chief operating officer, Sue Packer, said: “We operate in an industry where the need to reduce carbon emissions and become more energy-efficient is paramount and this awareness and desire to make a real positive impact runs through all our business operations.

“It’s also the thinking behind our CM Grow campaign which has been inspired by our commitment to helping to improve the local area around where we work and live. We are grateful for all the support so far and the fact that we are now able to see tangible results with the completion of our first planting season has been really exciting. We’re not finished yet though, and we’re now focused on hitting our total target which will allow us to plant more trees and make an even bigger difference”.

Alongside its own efforts, CMO has received support for the campaign from other local businesses as well as allowing customers to make donations when placing orders with the online builders’ merchant. This is set to continue as the company looks ahead to raising funds to plant the next 2,500 trees and complete its very own forest!

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at Veteran Games Plymouth’s Mark Ormrod, has been announced as Ambassador for the 2022 Games which will take place in Israel later this year.

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His appointment was announced by organisers of the Veteran Games and Conference which will be held between May 29 and June 3 in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

First held in 2019, the event will see 65 British wounded, sick and injured Armed Forces veterans travel to Israel with their families where they will compete with their Israeli counterparts who are battling identical challenges.

The Veteran Games recognise the fundamental role played by sport and family in supporting the ongoing recovery of veterans who have suffered physical and psychological challenges as a result of serving their country.

Veterans will compete in a variety of sports while learning how their respective countries provide care for those wounded, sick and injured in the service of their country. Families will have the chance to meet and share common experiences in a relaxed and supportive environment while enjoying social activities and cultural events that will provide an insight into Israel’s rich heritage and history.

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Mark was injured in Afghanistan and became the UK’s first triple amputee. He said: “I am extremely proud to support this important event that brings together wounded, sick and injured veterans to celebrate sport and family as a means of recovery. Both have had a hugely positive impact on me.

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Sounds Musical back on stage to ‘continue the magic’ One of Plymouth’s oldest and celebrated amateur dramatic musical companies is returning to ‘the show must go on’ mode after a difficult and challenging two years.

Founded in 1911, Sounds Musical Theatre Company’s last production, Wind in the Willows in 2020, received rave reviews, managing to perform its run just as lockdown was declared. The following two pandemic years saw the group stage three virtual performances, keeping the momentum going and staying in touch with audiences.

Sadly, following the deaths of three respected members, the company lost key advocates. Loyal stalwart Pat White, served refreshments during rehearsals, organised fund raising and ran front of house in the Athenaeum and Devonport Playhouse for 23 years.

South West’s theatre world was devastated when ‘legend’ David Bailey, a frequent performer with Sounds since 1998 died in March. He had always wanted to play the part of Badger in Wind in the Willows – and this was to be his last performance with them.

Edward Gigg was a company member for 60 years, father figure, chairman for many years and president for the last several years. He will be remembered for his passion for local amateur theatre, and for his support and guidance in encouraging members to ‘continue the magic that live theatre can offer.’

Sounds are nowproud to continue their tradition of presenting their annual full musical production, with Young Frankenstein from May 25 to 28 at The Devonport Playhouse.

The award winning monster musical comedy is brought to life on stage in an all singing raucous comedy, where Dr Frederick Frankenstein, grandson of the infamous Frankenstein continues his grandfather’s experiments which yield madcap success and monstrous consequences.

Sounds Musical Theatre Company continues to grow with the show’s announcement bringing in a wealth of new talent led by musical director Kristy Marcer-Griffiths and director Amanda Paddison.

After such a gap in being able to perform on stage the Company are now looking forward to entertaining audiences old and new.

Show tickets are available on www. ticketsource.co.uk/sounds or by calling 07395 159955. Further information can be found at soundsmusical theatrecompany. co.uk

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According to that wealth of information on the internet that is Wikipedia, hope is defined as ‘an optimistic state of mind that is based on an expectation of positive outcomes with respect to events and circumstances in one’s life or the world at large.’

Hope is such an important aspect of our lives. It can be a major factor in keeping us in good mental health as we look ahead to the future and have things to look forward to.

Hope in relation to circumstances changing for the better was a major help for me through the Covid 19 pandemic. In the difficult times of lockdown, especially in January of 2021 which I personally found the most difficult, I would cling on to the hope that one day the restrictions would be lifted and we would have times of fun and freedom once again.

At times this felt like it might never happen but as we head towards the summer of 2022 these measures are no longer in place and are, I hope, a thing of the past.

I write this in all sincerity with awareness of the difficulties many people are still facing as a result of Covid 19 whether because of infection to themselves or loved ones.

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By Dave Simpson, Station Manager Cross Rhythms Plymouth

difficult set of financial circumstances where see people able to do the things they really the future looks hard and it isn’t going to be enjoy again. My social media feeds are once possible to do some of the things you might again full of photos of friends going abroad previously have hoped for. on holiday and planning trips for the future.

Perhaps you find yourself in ill health With things opening up I have booked and you’re restricted physically in doing the tickets to a number of gigs across the things you once loved. country to see bands that I The challenge that is have enjoyed listening to for common to all of us is time. many years.

We’re mortal after all and the Having these events ageing process affects us all. in my calendar gives me Many people reach middle things to look forward to age and struggle mentally. and this rhythm of life A major reason being the is an important part of future doesn’t seem as developing hope. hopeful as it used to. It’s It doesn’t need to be big easy to feel like the best things either, I find myself days are behind you. naturally thinking ahead to There are things we can the coming weekend and all do to instil a bit of hope what I might get up to and in our day to day lives like even simply the evening and planning future events or what I might eat for dinner! making plans to spend time Every single one of these Dave Simpson with loved ones. gives me some measure of But is there anything we hope of something to come can lean on to provide hope in the future that is going to in the face of those very real challenges of be good. life?

Whilst this is all true and important, life For me personally and for many millions isn’t that simple. For some of us looking to around the world our hope is in the the future with hope is really difficult. promises of the Christian faith.

It might be that you find yourself in a very

There is no promise that life will always go smoothly, in fact far from it when you consider certain parts of the bible!

However there is the promise that God will be with us in all the things we go through both good and bad providing us real comfort and help in times of need.

In the face of a world that offers us both good and challenging times and the certainty of the ageing process the hope of the Christian faith is that God offers us life beyond death where the difficulties of this life will be no more.

This hope is far more than just an optimistic state of mind but is rooted in the person of Jesus and a faith that has spanned all continents and impacted millions of people over thousands of years.

It is what we are motivated by at Cross Rhythms Plymouth so if this interests you do listen to the station on 96.3FM and online at crossrhythms.co.uk/plymouth and if you have questions we’d love to hear from you via info@crplymouth.co.uk.

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Popular Freedom Community Festival is back after two year absence because of pandemic Prestigious award for Plymouth Boat Trips

Plymouth Boat Trips has been named as a leading light in the UK’s £40bn maritime sector after being awarded the title of Clean Maritime Operator at the prestigious Maritime UK Awards ceremony in Glasgow.

The popular Freedom Community Festival is back again in 2022 after a two year absence because of the pandemic.

Plans for this year’s community festival on May 28 and 29 are well in hand and will feature some of the best in local live music including The Andy Quick band, The Kingstons, Alex Hart, Vince Lee and many more. There will be the usual craft stalls and a variety of food outlets and a licenced bar.

There will be a dedicated family and community area featuring interactive activities and entertainment. It will also feature local community focused groups and this year we are pleased to welcome back students from the Plymouth University medical department to promote various community projects that they are running. The fun starts at 11am each day.

For more information and line up please go to Facebook Freedom community festival or call 07722308462.

The Plymouth based cruise, ferry and fishing company scooped the award for its e-Voyager project, which launched in 2020 and saw the pioneering electrification of the first sea-going vessel in the UK. Owner of Plymouth Boat Trips, Dom Squire said: “We’re thrilled to have won this award for our e-Voyager project. It’s an exciting time for the marine sector as we develop sustainable solutions for the future and we’re proud to be working with local partners to place Plymouth and the Southwest as UK leaders in the conversion and new build of zero-carbon, fully electric commercial vessels.”

Designed and developed in partnership with the University of Plymouth, the University of Exeter, Teignbridge Propellers, MarRI-UK and EV Parts, e-Voyager was funded through the £1.4m Clean Maritime Call: a Maritime Research and Innovation UK (MarRI-UK) initiative supported by the Department for Transport (DfT) and launched to support the UK’s goal of zero emission shipping.

Sarah Kenny, chair of Maritime UK said: “We were absolutely blown away by the number and quality of submissions this year. Organisations and individuals across the breadth of the maritime sector are making significant progress toward our shared Maritime 2050 ambitions, and this is certainly an exciting time to be in the maritime sector.

“Maritime is a sector that is now being recognised as critical to the country’s prosperity, sustainability, resilience and future.”

The e-Voyager vessel is now in operation as a support boat across Plymouth Boat Trips operations, with passengers commenting on the smooth and silent journey created by an electric engine.

The vessel takes just under three hours to reach full charge, by plugging into 22 kWh chargers installed by Plymouth City Council on the Barbican Landing Stage. The Council continues to work with local ferry companies to further develop a charging infrastructure for marine transport in the city.

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22 June 2022

Plymouth leads the way with the launch of first charging network for electric maritime vessels The UK’s first e-marine hub of shore-side charging facilities for electric maritime vessels has been unveiled in Plymouth.

A series of high power DC electric charging stations has been switched on in prominent locations along the perimeter of the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.

This includes the world’s first 150kW charging facility at Mount Batten, the UK’s first 75kW site at Queen Anne’s Battery, and a 25kW installation at the Barbican landing stage.

Further installations are now being developed along the city’s waterfront, with additional sites also being identified in Devon and Cornwall with a view to providing electric charging facilities every 10 miles along the counties’ southern coastline.

The charging network has been created through the Marine e-Charging Living Lab (MeLL) initiative, a consortium led by the University of Plymouth in partnership with Plymouth City Council, Princess Yachts Limited and Aqua superPower It directly responds to the UK government’s Clean Maritime Plan for maritime net zero, and its drive to increase the UK’s current percentage of clean electricity to 100% by 2035.It has also been designed to offer commercial enterprises of all sizes with a sustainable, cost-effective and time-effective means of making the switch from diesel to electric power.

Research by the University, carried out during the planning stage of the project, has shown it has the potential to reduce port emissions by 96.60% in the next 30 years.

As a result it could significantly cut the sector’s impact on the climate, and reduce the damage caused by harmful gases on both human and environmental health.

Sarah Fear, project and knowledge exchange manager at Plymouth University and lead of the MeLL project, said: “The Clean Maritime 2050 strategy underlines how crucial it is that the sector moves forward, and includes a number of ambitious net-zero objectives.

“That includes the increased electrification of commercial vessels, but if there is no infrastructure in place you cannot support the growing number of businesses looking

A series of high power DC electric charging stations has been installed around the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park Photo: University of Plymouth

to employ this technology. This charging network is a game-changer for Plymouth’s forward-thinking marine enterprises, and our ongoing research in this field is enabling the city and region to blaze a trail in clean maritime innovation.”

Dan Turner, low carbon city officer for Plymouth City Council, said: “This is a landmark project boasting the UK’s first marine charging network and demonstrating Plymouth’s commitment to decarbonisation and strengthening its position as the UK’s leading testbed for marine innovation and tying into the delivery of the National Marine Park and Freeport.

“The Government’s Clean Maritime Plan clearly states the need to reduce carbon emissions from marine transport and by delivering this network of charging infrastructure the partnership has helped to remove one of the key barriers to the uptake of electric vessels.

“We are proud to have worked with fantastic partners in the delivery of this

The 150kW charging facility at the Mountbatten Ferry Terminal Photo: Aqua superPower Ltd

project and without their support and collaborative working this extraordinary achievement would not have been possible.”

Alex Bamberg, CEO of AQUA superPower, said: “This is the realisation of an important project that started at the end of last year to further Plymouth’s reputation as a centre of excellence in clean maritime innovation.

“In deploying our dedicated marine fast charge network as part of the project, we are creating the right landscape towards decarbonisation of the marine environment, responding to the Maritime 2050 route map for maritime net-zero.

“We are proud to have delivered our installations on time to challenging deadlines and greatly appreciate the support of our project partners, the University of Plymouth, Plymouth City Council and Princess Yachts.”

Nick Smith, head of product planning at Princess Yachts, added: “Princess Yachts cannot exist without the draw of our oceans and waterways, therefore we must work harmoniously to protect and enhance the marine environment.

“As a business, we have an ambitious sustainability roadmap and are on our journey to deliver on customer expectations as well as prepare for the future of our industry. While a full battery electric yacht may not be feasible with existing technology above around 12m, the MeLL project and its legacy has real world relevance and benefit to the growing interest we see in hotel service batteries and hybridisation.

“The benefits are marked with charging times nearly 40 times faster than many marina shore power connections, and the launch of this project in our brand home of Plymouth is fantastic for the city.”

The MeLL project has been funded by the Department for Transport and delivered in partnership with Innovate UK, as part of the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition.

It furthers the city’s reputation as a centre of excellence in clean maritime innovation, and complements existing and emerging initiatives including Oceansgate, Smart Sound Plymouth, the Plymouth Freeport and the UK’s first National Marine Park.

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Plymouth pupils swap classroom for the beach to study wildlife More than 70 children from six schools across Plymouth and South Devon gathered at Wembury beach at the end of April to help celebrate the region’s wonderful marine wildlife.

The Marine Wildlife Champions Beach Conference was organised by Wembury Marine Centre, which overlooks one of Devon’s most popular beaches and most wildlife rich rocky shores. The beach and rocky shore, which are five miles to the east of Plymouth, were the focus of the outdoor event which was aimed at raising the profile of marine conservation.

Wembury Marine Centre is run by Devon Wildlife Trust. Experts from the charity’s Wilder Learning Team were joined on the day by others from the Ocean Conservation Trust.

Together they worked with Marine Wildlife Champions – pupils drawn from schools including Old Priory, Wembury and Sparkwell Primaries, UTC Plymouth and Brook Green Centre for Learning.

The conference will see experts and students working together at a series of outdoor workshops and activities which will include rockpooling, stream dipping and climate change themed sessions.

Devon Wildlife Trust’s Coral Smith manages the Wembury Marine Centre. Coral said: “We were really pleased to welcome school groups back to Wembury Beach, especially after the long months of COVID-19, which made outdoor education trips very difficult. We were also really excited to be working with colleagues from Devon Wildlife Trust and the Ocean Conservation Trust to enthuse and engage the next generation of Marine wildlife Champions in South Devon!”

Students and teachers who attended the Wildlife Champions Beach Conference were also the first to see and use a new marine education resource pack which has been developed by Devon Wildlife Trust’s Wilder Learning Team and funded by South West Water.

The pack has been designed to help schools learn more about the marine environment and how they can play an active part in championing its protection. Elements include tips on identifying common marine species, the threats posed by invasive ‘alien’ species and practical lesson plans aimed at helping teachers put together innovative and exciting marine based learning.

Coral added: “We can’t wait for schools to start using this resource pack and begin to integrate ‘ocean literacy’ into their curricula, as well as learning about and appreciating the amazing marine wildlife we have right here on our doorstep. Most importantly though, we hope this pack will help pupils and teachers work together to take practical action to raise awareness of our fragile oceans and encourage everyone to protect and safeguard them for the future.”

The Wildlife Champions Beach Conference and resource pack have been supported by South West Water.

Customer service director, Jo Ecroyd, said: “We’re excited that students will be able to start using the new marine education resource packs and can come together to be inspired about the wonders of the marine environment.

“We play a vital role in protecting the natural environment but we can’t do it alone.

Partnerships like this provide a great platform to collectively raise awareness and encourage people to play their part in protecting the natural environment.”

The resource pack and more details about the work of Wembury Marine Centre can be found at www.wemburymarinecentre.org

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City to celebrate the best of print with packed programme of events and three-day festival in October A new arts festival, Print in Action has been launched at Ocean Studios in the Royal William Yard with the aim of bringing printmakers together and celebrating print in all its inspiring forms.

Ever since Plymouth School of Art was founded in 1856, the city has been a destination for artists and makers, but this is the first time there has been a city-wide focus on printmaking and the extraordinary talent in the area.

Led by Real Ideas and the community of printmakers at Ocean Studios, Print in Action is a six-month programme, and will include a series of workshops, masterclasses, talks and discussions, culminating in a three-day festival from October 21 to 23.

The festival launches with a summer residency for emerging creatives at Ocean Studios. The residency enables print artists to have access to specialist print facilities and work spaces, as well as helping them to make connections with other like-minded creatives. Use of facilities during Print in Action will provide an outlet to showcase and market their work.

Also running across the festival are a series of workshops for children, aged between five and 11. They will get the opportunity to use collage, texture and drawing across a variety of print techniques.

From May, there will be a series of classes held at Ocean Studios, to learn about a variety of print techniques including screen

Print in action: Francesca Hawkesworth, Beth Munro, Alan Qualtrough and Lindsey Hall

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Beth Munro, is a printmaker based at Ocean Studios, who reflects her interest in the natural world, through a variety of print techniques. She will run a series of print tutoring workshops during Print in Action and said: “During lockdown, we saw unprecedented interest in printing. Having time during lockdown enabled many people to re-connect with their creative side. We’re keen to help people develop those interests and become part of a creative community down here at Ocean Studios or in other provisions in the city. I think it is an exciting time to get involved in this Print renaissance.”

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Alan Qualtrough, who runs the Kiss and Bite letterpress studio will also run print workshops throughout the festival. He said: “There are brilliant facilities at Ocean Studios and a lot of professional help is available to improve your skills. Step up your creativity a level or two by joining up with our friendly artistic community.”

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24 June 2022

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Plympton Foodbank dealing with huge increase in demand

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This number of parcels is an increase on the previous year when the Plympton Foodbank was founded.

The food bank believes the increase in people needing support is due to people’s finances being hit by the increasing cost of living; the impact of £20 a week being cut from Universal Credit payments during the last year; social security payments not covering the cost of essentials; people not being able to get the right social security support at the right time.

The food bank is part of the Trussell Trust network, which has experienced its busiest winter outside of the height of the pandemic in 2020.

Food banks in the Trussell Trust network provided more than 2.1 million parcels to people on the lowest incomes across the UK from April

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New figures released by Plympton Foodbank have revealed 1244 emergency food parcels were provided to local people who couldn’t afford the essentials between April 2021 and March 2022 - and of these 499 of these went to children.

2021 to March 2022. This is a 14% increase on prepandemic figures in 2019-20 as more and more people across the country are unable to afford the essentials we all need to eat, stay warm, dry and clean.

The need for food banks in the Trussell Trust network has accelerated throughout the past six months, and food bank managers are warning of a growing crisis following the cut to Universal Credit in October 2021, as the cost of living continues to soar.

Between July and September there was a 10 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2019 and this rose to 17 per cent Between October and December. The increase rose to 22 per cent in January and February this year, compared with the same period in 2020.

Brenda Lowe speaking on behalf of Plympton Foodbank said: “Our team will always do all they can to help people in the community – but they cannot, and should not, be needing to distribute emergency food parcels on this scale.“There’ll always be a role for strong community groups looking out for their neighbours, and we’re

so grateful for the generous support of our volunteers and to local people who have donated to the food bank. Together, you’ve made sure that local people who can’t afford the essentials don’t face hunger.

“The support we see across the community for people on the lowest incomes is incredible. But it shouldn’t be needed. We should all be free from hunger.

“No one should be pushed deeper into poverty without enough money for the things we all need.

It’s not right that anyone in Plympton and the wider Plymouth area needs to use food banks in the first place - everyone should be able to afford the essentials.

“At the moment the situation is only set to get worse, as this is just the start of the cost of living crisis. But we know what’s pushing people to need food banks like ours, so we know what needs to be done. People cannot afford to wait any longer for support – UK, national and local governments at all levels must use their powers and take urgent action now to strengthen our social security system so it keeps up with the true cost of living.”

Two critically endangered Scottish wildcats have arrived at Dartmoor Zoo.

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Coral Jonas, chief operating officer at Dartmoor Zoo, said: “We’re incredibly excited to welcome two Scottish wildcats. This is the beginning of our future breeding and release programme and will also give us the opportunity to educate our visitors about one of the rarest mammals in Britain.

“Welcoming the cats not only helps wildlife but it’s helped the people that made it possible. The students from Ivybridge Community College who came and helped build this enclosure as part of our Superkids school inclusion programme should be truly proud of the work they have done.”

Scottish wildcats at Dartmoor Zoo The two females, Morag and Moraig, arrived from New Forest Wildlife Park and have made themselves at home in a bespoke enclosure which mimics their natural habitat.

Scottish wildcats form one of the most endangered cat populations in the world.

Following a sad history of habitat loss, persecution and, more recently, breeding with domestic cats, they’re now on the brink of extinction.

Dubbed the ‘Tiger of the Highlands’, there are now barely a handful left and scientific research has confirmed the

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