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Seventh annual Killerton walk in memory of colleague

An intrepid group from The Family Law Company with friends and families braved the weather to undertake a fundraising walk in memory of a cherished colleague. This year’s ‘Walk for Helen’ raised just under £280 for FORCE.

Helen Finch lost her fight to cancer in 2019. Since then, an...

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Site work starts to prepare for Cullompton Relief Road

Work is underway to prepare the site for the development of the Cullompton Relief Road.

The scheme is vital to Cullompton’s future and has been designed to reduce congestion, improve air quality and support the town’s long-term growth.

Although the main construction work of the 1.3km road is due to start this summer, ecological and archaeological work has been timed to go...

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Good Afternoon Choir “Big Sing” at Holy Trinity Church

On February 17 a very special musical event took place at Holy Trinity Church, Exmouth. More than 100 members from Good Afternoon Choirs based in Crediton, Exmouth, Sidmouth, Taunton and Torquay came together for an afternoon “Big Sing” workshop followed by an evening concert.

The workshop was led by extremely talented Good Afternoon Choir Leaders – Craig Northway, Jon Rawles, Maria...

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Barny Butterfield will be hosting a VIP tour as part of the fundraising event

Sandford Orchards Hosts A Night of Music to give the gift of Clean Water

Sandford Orchards is bringing people together at their ciderworks in Crediton, for an unforgettable music night with The Bicycle Repair Man, on 21st March, all in aid of Edukid and a life-changing project in Uganda. Their goal is to fund a borehole at a local school, giving 800 children access to clean, safe water for the first time.

Bicycle Repair Man will get feet moving and voices...

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Free jobs and careers fair organised by One Ilfracombe

One Ilfracombe’s focus on work and skills development in the town will continue this month with a free Jobs and Careers Fair.

More than 35 employers are due to attend the free event which will be held at the North Devon Resort, Marlborough Road, in Ilfracombe, on Wednesday 25 February from 10am-2pm.

It’s being organised by One Ilfracombe as part of a programme of training...

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Plans submitted for state-of-the-art care home at Sherford

Plans have been submitted to bring a purpose-built, specialist care home to Sherford, marking a significant next step in the development of the new town’s community facilities. The planning application sets out detailed proposals for a 72-bedroom care home that is to provide specialist dementia, residential and respite care for older people in the local area.

The application follows...

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Dinan Way scheme progressing but slowed by wet weather

Work on the Dinan Way extension in Exmouth is being hampered by the ongoing heavy rain, but progress is continuing to be made.

The new Hulham Road roundabout, developed as part of the scheme, was surfaced last week. Road markings and high friction surfacing are still to be added.

From today (Monday 16 February) to Tuesday 24 February, there will be overnight closures on the...

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Handel’s Solomon comes to Exeter Cathedral

Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s Lord Mayor’s concert this spring is a not-to-be-missed musical event, and a first for EPC. On Saturday 14 March 2026 the choir and four soloists will sing Handel's majestic oratorio Solomon , a work not known to have been performed in Exeter Cathedral since its composition in 1748.

High drama, rich orchestration and some of Handel’s most exquisite choral...

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Spring into Action and Get Ready to Move, Torbay!

From today (16 February 2026) workplaces across Torbay are invited to join the free Torbay on the Move Active Workplace Challenge 2026—a free, fun and motivational month long activity challenge running from 2 March to 30 March 2026.

If you are over 18 and work in Torbay, this is your chance to step, wheel, run, cycle or move in any way you choose while boosting your wellbeing and...

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Five Simple Things to Do This Spring to Feel More Organised

Spring often brings a natural urge to reset. As the days get longer and routines start to shift, many people take the opportunity to clear clutter, refresh their homes and get organised for the months ahead. If you’re looking for simple, manageable ways to welcome the season, here are five easy things to do this spring that can make everyday life feel a little calmer and more intentional....

Two Wheels Unite: OBM Motorcycles Power Plymouth Gladiators’ 2026 Campaign

Plymouth Gladiators Speedway are delighted to confirm that OBM Motorcycles have been secured as the club’s main sponsor for the 2026 season, marking an exciting new chapter for the club.

Earlier this year, OBM Motorcycles were impacted by a highly publicised incident in which valuable vintage speedway motorcycles were stolen while in transit to a prestigious classic motorcycle...

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