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Community fears for future of swimming pools and cafes amid energy bill rise

The average household will be hit by a 5% rise in energy bills in January 2024.

24 Nov

Wilko shops to return to the high street by Christmas

CDS Superstores said the first two standalone Wilko ‘concept stores’ will be opened in Plymouth and Exeter.

27 Oct

Falmouth Oyster Festival celebrates the start of dredging season

The Falmouth Oyster Festival is taking place this weekend, with a range of events including cookery demonstrations and live music.

14 Oct

Carnival cancelled after event found to be too expensive to run

Businesses 'feel abandoned' over closure of bridge on major route

Bakery's plea for people to use cash as card fees cost £2.3k

'Difficult decision' as popular wedding venue suddenly closes

Art deco cinema in seaside town to reopen under new ownership

The pub with a four-year waiting list to get a booking for a Sunday roast

First look inside revamped Skinners brewery in Cornwall after administration

Historic art deco cinema closes for the final time after 88 years

'A disaster for Bristol' - pubs fear closure amid outdoor seating ban

Plymouth festival cancelled due to 'perfect storm' of rising costs

Plans approved for £700m redevelopment of Honda plant

Family bakery closes its doors after fifty years of trading