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POLAR EXPEDITION SHIP ON MAIDEN VISITS

The brand-new polar expedition cruise ship, the Douglas Mawson, arrived in the Sound around 6:30am this morning. On its maiden voyage to Plymouth and spotted

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AMERICAN 6TH FLEET FLAGSHIP ARRIVES

The flagship of the U.S. 6th Fleet the USS Mount Whitney made a spectacular entrance into the Sound today inbound to HMNB Devonport. The huge

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A SPECIAL RELATIONSHIP WITH POLAND

ONE of the most remarkable stories of the Second World War was the allied relationship between Poland and Britain–and especially the Polish Navy’s wartime role

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HMS ANSON ARRIVES IN PLYMOUTH

The Royal Navy’s sole operational attack submarine HMS Anson was spotted inbound to HMNB Devonport this afternoon with tight security in place. The Astute-class nuclear-powered

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THE PERFECT SUNSHINE FOR AMBITION

The MS Ambition cruise ship arrived in glorious sunshine this morning at 7:09am inside the Plymouth Breakwater. Ambassador Cruise Line operates the ship and is

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RESTORING THE PLYMOUTH WEDDING CAKE

PETITION CAMPAIGN TO RESTORE THE HISTORIC BELVEDERE Plymouth’s skyline is a tapestry of history, culture, and iconic landmarks. Among these is the beloved Belvedere Monument,

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PLYMOUTH HOE GETS READY FOR THE RACES

The Plymouth Promenade is now getting ready for the city’s Half Marathon tomorrow that starts at 9am. Road closures will start to be enforced from