Plymouth NHS nurse Paula Tobin has been presented with a Humanitarian Medal by King Charles for her her life-saving work at a Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) funded emergency field hospitals in war torn Gaza.

Brave Paula was awarded the honour in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace in February.

The 57-year-old medic spent four months in Gaza, over three different deployments, volunteering for frontline medical charity UK-Med, and is due to return again in April.

Devon Farm Kitchen, a leading provider of freshly prepared, locally sourced frozen meals, is celebrating two major milestones.

It has cooked over 150,000 meals and made 20,000 deliveries made to satisfied customers across Devon and beyond and has also successfully launched its full delivery service to all postcodes in Plymouth.

Since its launch in March 2021, Devon Farm Kitchen has prided itself on delivering more than just meals – it’s about creating moments of joy and ease for customers who value wholesome, local food. From hearty roasts to seasonal desserts, every dish is crafted with care using ingredients sourced from trusted Devon suppliers, ensuring unbeatable freshness and taste.

Staff at Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital have raised nearly £6,000 for Dartmoor Search and Rescue, providing vital support to the local charity’s life-saving operations.

The generous contribution will go towards purchasing essential new equipment, helping the charity’s team of volunteers to carry out rescue missions in the challenging Dartmoor terrain.

Throughout 2024, the staff at Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital worked tirelessly to fundraise for Dartmoor Search and Rescue, which relies entirely on donations to stay in operation. The hospital staff’s fundraising efforts have been exceptional, by organising monthly initiatives to generate funds and raise awareness for the essential work carried out by the charity.

A group of pupils from Marine Academy Primary have returned from an incredible residential trip to Paris, full of memories and new experiences.

From exploring the iconic Eiffel Tower to tasting escargot, the trip was packed with excitement and adventure.

The Year 6 children spent their days soaking in the sights of Paris, visiting landmarks such as the Arc de Triomphe, and the Sacré-Coeur.

They also had a day at Disneyland Paris taking on the big thrill rides, experiencing the parade and watching the visually impressive Lion King show.

Changes have been made to access for vehicles at the front of Derriford Hospital as work starts on the new Emergency Care Building.

Delivery of construction materials and use of large machinery means that the single lane previously opened to public vehicles is now closed.

Anyone wishing to drop off or pick up is now advised to use Car Park F (Disabled Car Park) which now features drop off and pick up bays with a maximum stay of 30 minutes. Licensed taxis are also required to use these bays.

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal road traffic collision which took place on the A386 between Plymouth and Yelverton on Friday February 14.

Officers were called to the Roborough area at around 11.55am following reports of a collision involving a black Yamaha MT 125 motorcycle and a red Manitou Telehandler.

Sadly, a 19-year-old man from Plymouth died at the scene. The road was closed while an investigation was carried out at the scene. Officers from the Roads Policing Team would like to thank the public for their patience whilst the road was closed.

Officers are appealing for any witnesses that have not already spoken to them, but who may have seen the collision, or have dash camera footage, to contact police via the Devon & Cornwall Police website, or by calling 101, quoting log 288 of February 14.

Students at Tor Bridge High have been treated to an energetic and inspiring talk by Joffre White, a celebrated children’s writer and UK Patron of Reading.

Joffre, an avid supporter of libraries, captivated the Year 7 audience with his engaging anecdotes and shared his belief that reading has the power to change lives.

He has written five books and is also a member of the National Association of Writers in Education and the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. He actively promotes the importance of reading, literacy and creative writing by visiting schools, colleges, libraries and delivering his acclaimed, interactive, motivational and inspiring sessions designed to excite and energise young people’s imagination.

Over 50 charities and community initiatives across Devon and Cornwall have received a total of £100,000 of support from South West Water’s Neighbourhood Fund in the last 12 months to provide amazing services to communities across the region.

Since launching in 2021, the Neighbourhood Fund has worked with hundreds of local community groups and charities that inspire physical activities, education, health and wellbeing, and positive environmental outcomes each year.

One of the amazing causes supported by the Neighbourhood Fund last year was Plymouth-based Luna’s Fund, which helps families through the bereavement of losing a child.

Through South West Water’s funding Luna’s Fund was able to directly support 11 couples within the local baby loss community.

With construction well underway on the new Dartmoor Building at Derriford Hospital, Rebecca Smith MP visited the site recently for a progress update.

The Dartmoor Building is located on the main Derriford site, opposite the multi-storey car park, and adjacent to Derriford Road.

Five primary schools in Plymouth have been selected by the government among the first in the country to benefit from free, daily breakfast clubs for all pupils.

Pennycross Primary, St Peter’s Primary, Widey Court Primary, St Joseph’s Catholic Primary and Pilgrim Primary Academy will kick-off the scheme as part of the early adopter phase.

Plymouth MPs Fred Thomas and Luke Pollard said the scheme would be a ‘game changer’ that will improve pupil attainment, cut the cost of living and provide at least 30 minutes of free childcare a day.