South West accountancy firm Simpkins Edwards welcomed local teams back for an evening of brain-teasing fun as its annual Really Big Quiz returned in support of the Mayor of Barnstaple’s chosen charities.

This year’s fundraising will support two fantastic local causes: Man Down, a nonprofit organisation offering peer-led talking groups for men facing mental health challenges; and Barum...

A local hospital team has been recognised by the University of Plymouth for its outstanding commitment to supporting student nurses during their clinical placements. The hospital received two certificates of recognition from the university’s placement team, following nominations from students themselves.

Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth - known locally as The Peninsular Centre...

The Box Plymouth has unveiled its 2026 exhibition programme today, featuring a timely reassessment of Beryl Cook's artistic legacy, significant loans including Joshua Reynolds' Portrait of Mai , and a diverse range of contemporary responses to themes including identity, emotion, and social justice.

SPRING 2026

Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy...

After receiving strong backing from local residents, a new Neighbourhood Plan for Bishops Clyst has been formally adopted by East Devon District Council.

Over 80% of referendum voters supported the Bishops Clyst Neighbourhood Plan , which replaces the 2017 version for the area. Now part of the area’s development plan, the framework will work with the East Devon Local Plan to...

Buckland Abbey near Plymouth will open its doors on Saturday 29 November for a Christmas season inspired by the legendary tales of King Arthur. Running until 4 January, this year’s display transforms the medieval Great Barn and the Abbey into a world of myth, magic and immersive winter storytelling.

Visitors stepping into the Great Barn will find themselves in a shimmering forest of...

Two local charities have received a combined £5,000 donation from The Cadbury Foundation, nominated by a local employee at Mondelēz International’s Crediton site as part of a £75,000 initiative supporting charities across the UK&I.

The Baby Room Exeter, which aims to serve the community by providing an affordable venue for local parental classes and groups,...

East Devon families and individuals struggling with loneliness, food insecurity or simply a shortage of cash this Christmas are being encouraged to access help from Operation Rudolph.

Operation Rudolph supports the local community during the festive season with a variety of options:

Okehampton-based Moorland Fuels , which has provided domestic, agriculture and commercial fuel services to customers across the South West for more than 20 years, has donated over £1,300 to Age UK Devon as part of its ‘What matters to you, matters to us’ commitment.

Ranging from free ‘scams awareness’ training through to homes support, and even foot care, Age UK Devon provides a vital...