Western Morning News - April 29, 2025
Western Morning News - April 29, 2025
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April 29, 2025
Food inflation is at 11-month peak
FOOD inflation has risen to its highest point in 11 months as the price of everyday essentials, including bread, meat and fish, increased, figures show.
1 min
Act now – age better, says Dame Helen
DAME Helen Mirren has told people in midlife not to “fear” ageing, as she encouraged them to embrace exercise.
2 mins
Call for school staff training in AI
SCHOOL support staff need more training to deal with artificial intelligence (AI), amid concerns about the impact on education, a union is urging.
1 min
Devon colleges explore merger plan
TWO of Devon's major further education institutions, Petroc and Exeter College, have announced they are considering a potential merger, in a move that could significantly reshape the region's educational landscape.
1 min
Week of hot weather in store for the Westcountry
THE UK is set to see temperatures of up to 28C this week during the warmest spell of the year so far, the Met Office has said.
1 min
Bride skis down aisle to tie the knot on mountain
A BRIDE skied down the aisle in her wedding dress and tied the knot 8,000ft up a snowy mountain.
2 mins
Third farm business outlet opening
FARM shop Strawberry Fields has confirmed the opening of its Exeter outlet this week.
1 min
Parties in final push ahead of elections
CAMPAIGNING for local elections across England has entered its final push before the first official test of public opinion since Labour came to power.
2 mins
Dozens in protest swim at 'dangerous' SW reservoir
WILD swimmers have staged a protest, ignoring advice by swimming in a “dangerous” Somerset reservoir.
2 mins
Equipment stolen from sports club
OFFICIALS at a youth sports centre in Cornwall have said they are “gutted’; after thieves broke in and stole sports equipment from their premises.
1 min
Business leader steps down from chamber
THE search is on to find someone to fill one of the most important business jobs in Devon.
2 mins
Funeral firm's gift to help bereaved children
A FUNERAL director has donated £500 to support the work of a child bereavement organisation.
1 min
Campaigners take fight for new stations to Westminster
A 30-STRONG delegation from the South West has delivered a direct appeal to Parliament, urging the Government to commit funding for new railway stations in Wellington and Cullompton.
1 min
Girl, 14, showed no remorse after school stabbings
A 14-YEAR-OLD schoolgirl has been detained for 15 years for the attempted murder of two teachers and a pupil at a school in South Wales.
1 min
No.10 stands firm over pay rise call
PUBLIC sector budgets face a further squeeze if pay rises for nurses and teachers exceed the Government's plans, as Downing Street ruled out additional funding for higher wages.
2 mins
Reeves faces tough trade-offs - think tank
RACHEL Reeves has been warned that “tough trade-offs” await her at this summer’s spending review, as the Chancellor has been urged to prioritise investment that “boosts” public services and standards for families.
2 mins
Spain and Portugal hit by huge loss of power
Passengers wait yesterday at a train station in Pamplona, Spain, during a nationwide power outage
1 min
Putin offers three-day ceasefire in Ukraine
RUSSIA'S President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8 to May 10, as Russia celebrates the anniversary of its victory over Nazi Germany in the Second World War.
2 mins
Make all new homes have solar panels to cut bills and emissions, say councils
SOLAR panels should be required on all new homes to help meet climate targets and cut household bills, local councils have urged.
1 min
Plant pest threat to woodlands
A new tree disease or pest establishes itself in the UK every year — a new study assesses the impacts
2 mins
New study warning on possible dangers of ultra-processed foods
Experts involved in latest health research have urged governments to issue dietary recommendations aimed at cutting consumption of UPFs, reports Jane Kirby
3 mins
Preparations under way for 80th VE Day celebration
Military procession with veterans, armed forces personnel and cadets set to honour wartime generation as more details of commemorative event revealed. Eric Williams reports
3 mins
Andy Phillips on Tuesday
Read Andy’s column every week in the Western Morning News
3 mins
Don't keep mum when it comes to your family history
NATASHA HOLT ASKS THE EXPERTS WHAT VITAL MEDICAL INFORMATION SHOULD ALWAYS BE PASSED DOWN THE FAMILY...
4 mins
The key to being digitally bolder when you're older
As our world becomes more digital, feeling confident with technology isn’t just a bonus - it's a vital key to staying connected, informed, and in control of everyday life.
2 mins
Deliveroo halts buyback as DoorDash cooks up a deal
DELIVEROO has halted its £100 million share buyback programme in light of a takeover proposal from its United States rival, DoorDash.
1 min
Dubois warns Usyk he is eyeing undisputed title
DANIEL Dubois has revenge on his mind after landing a heavyweight unification bout against Oleksandr Usyk at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, July 19.
1 min
Francophone fancied to fare well for Johnston
FRANCOPHONE can provide Charlie Johnston with a nice winner in the British Stallion Studs EBF Nottinghamshire Oaks Stakes at Colwick Park.
2 mins
Barker hurt in Gladiators’ win
PLYMOUTH GLADIATORS...46 POOLE PIRATES. 44 PLYMOUTH Gladiators fought hard to defeat the Poole Pirates in a last-heat decider at the Coliseum, in the BSN Series.
2 mins
Brixham's take small lead to Barnstaple
BRIXHAM coach Adam Thomas has warned his side a nine-point lead over Barnstaple counts for nothing in the second leg of the Papa John's Championship quarter-final, writes Conrad Sutcliffe.
2 mins
Somerset 'not good enough' in Surrey defeat
SOMERSET'S dire start to the County Championship season continued with a defeat inside three days at Surrey which left head coach Jason Kerr declaring it was not good enough, writes Stuart James.
2 mins
Rowe lets rip following Chiefs' shocking display
EXETER Chiefs have enjoyed plenty of highs since their promotion to rugby’s top tier 15 years ago, but they sunk to a new low in Sunday’s embarrassing 79-17 defeat to Gloucester at Kingsholm.
2 mins
Tiverton safe as clubs gear up for the play-offs
TIVERTON Town boss Asa Hall questioned if his heart was strong enough for playing and management after his team secured Southern League Premier Division status in dramatic style on Saturday.
2 mins
Horler is keen to avoid changes
DEVON skipper James Horler is hop- ing to avoid too many selection head- aches going into the National Coun- ties Trophy clash with Oxfordshire at Abingdon on Bank Holiday Monday.
1 min
Truro's amazing success is a 'victory for Cornwall'
MANAGER John Askey says that Cornwall 'has something to be proud of' after Truro City became the first team from the Duchy to win promotion to English football's fifth tier.
2 mins
Katic plays through the pain barrier for Pilgrims
Loan defender refused to go off knowing his team had already lost Pleguezuelo
2 mins
Western Morning News Newspaper Description:
Publisher: Reach Publishing Services Limited
Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
The Western Morning News is a daily regional newspaper founded in 1860, and covering the West Country including Devon, Cornwall, Isles of Scilly and parts of Somerset and Dorset in the South West of England.
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