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Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) secures new funding

THG has been awarded a significant grant from Arts Council England to expand their exhibition programme and work with local young people in the arts.

THG is celebrating after securing a project grant of £29,000 from Arts Council England. Building on their successful Create Our Space (...

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The Hidden Strain of Dementia Support Systems

When people think about dementia, they often think about memory loss, diagnosis or the practical aspects of care.

What is spoken about far less is the emotional toll of trying to navigate support systems whilst also coping with the reality of someone you care about living with dementia.

Over the past few years, families have reached out to me for support during incredibly...

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Devon & Cornwall Police Celebrate Long Service and Good Conduct Awards

Devon & Cornwall Police marked the dedication and commitment of its officers, staff and Special Constables at a Long Service and Good Conduct Awards ceremony held at the China Fleet Club in Plymouth.

The celebration took place on Wednesday 29 April and recognised the exceptional service of those who have given many years of commitment to policing communities across the force area...

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Cllr Paul Arnott re-elected as leader of EDDC

Councillor Paul Arnott has been re-elected as East Devon District Council Leader for seventh consecutive term.

The Leader spoke out about the challenge of delivering an ambitious programme of transformation against the backdrop of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Devon and reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to providing the best possible services to the people of East Devon...

Locals Go Free Day at National Trust A la Ronde

Residents of EX1–EX11 are invited to enjoy a free day out at National Trust A la Ronde on Thursday 28 May , with a special Locals Go Free Day designed to welcome the community to this unique 16‑sided house and its beautiful grounds.

From 10.30am to 5pm (last entry to the house at 4pm), visitors living in postcode areas EX1–EX11 can explore A la Ronde free of charge. Each adult will...

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Celebrating Devon’s Foster Carers in Fostering Fortnight 2026 – ‘This is Fostering’

Across the UK, hundreds of foster carers open their homes to provide love, stability, and care to children and young people in need. But many more foster carers are urgently needed to ensure every child can be matched with the right home for their individual needs.

In Devon, we have 271 approved foster homes but 810 children in need of care. Many children are placed with families...

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Project Rugby: From watching on TV to taking on Devon’s best – Tiverton High School student Macey shares her story

Macey, a year 10 pupil at Tiverton High School, was inspired to try rugby after seeing it on television, although apprehensive about the contact side of the sport. Through Project Rugby, Exeter Chiefs community coaches changed the perception of rugby and ignited enthusiasm - not just for Macey but the wider school.

Project Rugby, the award-winning participation programme delivered by...

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Discover Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Saltram in Plymouth this half term

Unleash your energy this half term as the National Trust and Pokémon team up for the exclusive Pokémon Trading Card Game  Mega Evolution  Trail, Saturday 23 May.

The Pokémon TCG  Mega Evolution  Trail invites families into the Grade-I listed gardens at Saltram for a playful way to build confidence outdoors, enjoy fresh air and create shared family memories while searching for ten...

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Teign Students Triumph at Ten Tors After Months of Training

Students from Teign School , part of Education South West , are celebrating after successfully completing this year’s Ten Tors challenge following months of dedicated training, preparation and teamwork.

The annual event, held on Dartmoor, saw students take on the demanding endurance challenge alongside thousands of young people from across the South West. After setting off earlier...

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Nature Without Barriers: Libraries Create Kits to Get Families Outdoors

A beach leaflet with accessibility downloads, stickers to collect as you explore, and stories to listen to outdoors are just some of the new ways families can connect with nature this spring thanks to Libraries Unlimited.

The charity that runs the libraries in Devon and Torbay has launched brand-new resources for The Outdoor Explorer Club , a free initiative designed to help children...

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Plymouth-based technician named ‘Colleague of the Year’

A Plymouth-based technician has been recognised on a national stage after being named ‘Colleague of the Year’ across the Volvo and Ferrari Divisions at the prestigious Vertu Masters Awards.

Matthew Cox, Senior Technician at Volvo Plymouth, received the accolade as part of the Group’s annual awards programme, which celebrates the achievements of its highest-performing non-management...

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