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Pilgrims Rolled Out Barrel for Potters in Watney Cup

ADVERTISING agencies have for many years seen the commercial opportunities available when linking beer with football. Whether through an advert in matchday programmes, football magazines or television commercials, a pint and football have often been linked.

Banks On Hand to Launch New Club at Argyle

AFTER Argyle's Watney Cup match against Stoke City, dignitaries gathered to meet and greet former Potters and England goalkeeper Gordon Banks as he officially opened the new extended premises of the Vice-Presidents' Club at Home Park. Just a week later, Banks officially announced his retirement from first-class football. Ten months earlier, the World Cup winner had been involved in a road traffic accident that cost him the sight in his right eye. Although he spent some time considering a come...

Man Is Held After 'Assault'

A MAN has been arrested in connection with the alleged assault of another man at a Plympton industrial estate. The alleged victim, aged 47, told police he was jumped from behind by two men at around 3.30am on Friday at the Bell Park industrial estate in Bell Close off Newnham Road in Plympton.

Heroin Addict Conned Boy, 5, to Steal

A HEROIN addict conned a boy of five to get into a neighbour's flat and steal cash, electrical items and bank cards, a court heard. Prosecutor Alistair Verheijen told Plymouth Crown Court that Peter Phillips knocked on the door on February 23 this year and asked the youngster if he could have a glass of water.

Ramblers Will Examine Marine Specimens

WILDLIFE enthusiasts will be able to learn more about the creatures living on pontoons with a rambling event being held in the city this month. The Plymouth branch of the Marine Conservation Society is holding the walk on April 17 when they will also be collecting specimens, including plankton, to examine.

Vandals Target Window

VANDALS damaged a front window of a property in Oxford Terrace by hurling a breeze block through it. The city centre building was targeted between 11pm on March 30 and 7.50am on March 31.

Breach of Suspended Sentence

A MAN who took diesel from a digger could be sent to jail for breaching a suspended prison sentence. Anthony Scott, aged 35, stole about 15 litres of the fuel from a building site, Plymouth magistrates were told.

City to Host Major World Sailing Event

AN INTERNATIONAL sailing spectacle is to dock in Plymouth later this year, pumping an estimated Pounds 10million into the city's economy. The America's Cup World Series will be one of the biggest events Plymouth has ever hosted, say council chiefs.

Mums Enjoy Special Day at Primary School

PROUD mums were treated to a special school lunch with their children. Pennycross Primary School opened its doors for a Mother's Day meal with around 35 mums sitting down to a dinner of roast beef with the youngsters.

Derriford Passes Surgery Inspection ; Commission Notes 'Significant Improvement'

INSPECTORS have reported "significant improvement" at Derriford Hospital following breaches in surgical safety standards. Health watchdogs the Care Quality Commission (CQC) had warned Derriford to tighten up or risk prosecution after an unannounced inspection in February.

Country Cottage Used As Brothel

A MAN rented a country cottage at Lee Mill near Ivybridge and set it up as a brothel, a court heard. Prosecutor Jason Beal told Plymouth Crown Court that Stuart Somers rented South Cadleigh Cottage, a four-bedroom property, for Pounds 850 a month in September 2009.

Jail for Man Who Headbutted His Pal

A MAN head-butted by his best friend would have died without emergency operations, a court heard. Robert Lyle spent 10 days in a coma and two months in hospital and will need treatment for two more years following the attack by pal John Hill.

Nightclub Bouncer Sent to Jail for Car Fraud

A NIGHTCLUB bouncer took out a Pounds 5,500 car loan, made no repayments and later reported the Pounds 11,000 black Mercedes stolen, a court heard. Shaun Page, who had stashed the car in a friend's garage, then advertised it for sale in The Herald, but was trapped by a police test purchase officer.

One 'L' of a Good City Break ; When It Comes to Hen Party Weekends, Manchester Ticks All the Boxes, Right Down to the Obligatory L Plates and Veils. Reporter and Bride- to-Be Cherie Gordon Visited the City with Fellow Hen and Best Friend Gemma Macdonald

THE ELEMENTS needed for the ultimate hen party experience are as follows: good shopping, good food, a large glass of wine or two, a cosmopolitan nightlife, a relaxing spa treatment and of course the bestest of girly friends to enjoy it all with. Luckily, my hen party weekend jet away to Manchester had all of these tried and tested matrimonial must-haves.

Family Fun Day for Dragon's Challenge

PLYMOUTH parents and children enjoyed a fun-filled day of painting and playing to raise money for the Dragon's Challenge. Families were invited to the Jan Cutting Healthy Living Centre in Beacon Park to take part in activities that ranged from jumping on a bouncy castle to playing on a soft assault course.

Charity Foundation Pot of Cash Soars to Pounds 1.3m

PLYMOUTH'S "charity of charities" has received a grant of Pounds 560,000, meaning it has overshot its fundraising target by an impressive Pounds 1millon. The Plymouth Drake Foundation will be able to hand out thousands of pounds to good causes throughout the city.

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Plymstock Leave Opus Feeling Blue to Wrap Up Title Success ; Netball

PLYMSTOCK have sealed the Plymouth and District Netball League Division Three title after seeing off strugglers OPUS Blue 48-17. Second bottom Opus held their opponents to 10-8 in the first quarter and took an 11-10 lead in the second.

Let Argyle Fold ; Your Say...

I WROTE two letters earlier in the football season, stating the pitfalls on relying on developers running a football team when they have an agenda for massive redevelopment of land they do not own. With the failing of England's bid for the World Cup, it seems to me that the men in charge of Argyle did what all developers do, cut their losses and hide. In my view, the fans deserve better. My team, Sheffield Wednesday (The Owls) were bought out by Milan Mandaric , not for a lot of money, but he...