Heartbroken family pays tribute to South West soldier killed in tragic motorcycle crash Tuesday, September 2, 2025 soldier tragedy motorcycle crash plymouth torquay royalartillery tribute family accident Tributes have been pouring in for Benjamin “Ben” Rafton, a beloved soldier from Plymouth who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in Torquay on Sunday. Ben, 24, served in the Royal Artillery regiment … Read More
South West Faces Widespread Flooding After Intense Overnight Storms Friday, August 29, 2025 flooding southwest plymouth thunderstorms rain emergency floodwarnings weather torrential storm Heavy rainfall and powerful thunderstorms have caused significant flooding across the South West, with Plymouth bearing the brunt of the overnight downpour. The relentless storms led to rapid water accumulation, overwhelming … Read More
Live Update: Concern Grows for Missing 12-Year-Old Girl from Taunton Thursday, August 14, 2025 missing taunton childsafety plymouth search police alert disappearance urgent community A 12-year-old girl has gone missing from Taunton, prompting urgent searches and community concern. Officials are currently investigating the possibility that she may have traveled to Plymouth. Local police are appealing for …
Rain, Runs, and Rally: Taunton Baseball Season Nears Its Climax Thursday, July 31, 2025 taunton baseball pistols muskets plymouth doublea playoffs rain season championship sport Taunton Baseball Club experienced a weekend of highs and lows, with rain interruptions impacting the schedule and mixed outcomes for their two senior squads. On Sunday, July 27, heavy rain cut short a doubleheader against the … Read More
Mystery Blue Pills Linked to Three Deaths in South West City Monday, June 9, 2025 plymouth drugs overdose naloxone valium police investigation harbour deaths warning Three men have tragically died in a South West city over the weekend, with authorities suspecting that mysterious blue pills circulating on the streets may be the cause. A drug charity based in Plymouth issued a text alert to … Read More
I Ate a Cornish Pasty for the First Time — and I’m Still Torn About It Saturday, May 17, 2025 cornish pasty cornwall plymouth bakery pastry food british tradition baking As someone who truly loves British baked goods, especially hearty savoury pastries like sausage rolls, chicken pies, and of course, Cornish pasties, I was eager to taste an authentic one. Living in London, though, it’s often … Read More