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Construction of the final stage of Feniton’s Flood Alleviation Scheme expected to begin mid-summer 2024

Due to ongoing risks with Feniton’s flood prevention scheme, East Devon District Council (EDDC), working with its partners, have decided to push construction back to mid-summer 2024.

EDDC has begun preparing the construction site, clearing the area, and installing services at the site...

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Devon Local Businesses Take Top Spot in 2024 Muddy Stilettos Awards

Now in their 11th year, the hotly contested 2024 Muddy Stilettos Regional Awards have been announced with 21 brilliant local indie businesses winning the coveted lifestyle crowns across Devon.

Sponsored locally by Kitson Boyce and nationally by Tide Banking, readers of the award-winning lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos have been nominating and voting in their hundreds of thousands...

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Simon Jupp MP re-elected as chair of group championing the South West in Parliament

Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon, was unanimously re-elected as Chair of the Great South West All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) at its annual general meeting on the 1st May in Parliament.

The Great South West APPG is an influential cross-party group of politicians championing the region’s economic importance and significant contributions to the UK’s defence, food and energy security...

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THG Open winners to showcase stunning new work in upcoming exhibition

The prize winners of Thelma Hulbert Gallery's (THG) Open exhibition will feature in a new exhibition at the award-winning gallery.

The winners of THG's biennial open exhibition in 2023 have been invited back to the Honiton-based gallery to exhibit new bodies of work: 'Sharon James #artistmother' and 'Kyle Baker'.

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Positive impact marketing agency becomes Certified B Corporation

Program has announced its certification as a B Corporation (B Corp), joining a growing movement of over 2,000 UK companies that are reinventing business for the benefit of all people and our shared planet.

An award-winning brand and marketing agency based in Bristol and Exeter, Program works with positive impact organisations and innovators intent on doing good in the world.

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Exeter Airport's summer schedule in full swing

With summer just around the corner, Exeter Airport is gearing up to welcome an influx of passengers as its sunshine schedule gets into full swing.

May traditionally marks the start of the holiday season for the airport and this year is no different with a raft of summer flights across the Mediterranean starting from Exeter with tour operator TUI in the coming days.

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Exmouth's Inaugural Gate to Plate Festival Celebrated as a Triumph

Exmouth’s first ever Gate to Plate event, celebrating the finest local food and craft producers, was pronounced a resounding success today (Tuesday 30 April) with up to 8,000 visitors attending.

Taking place on the Strand on Sunday 28 April, Exmouth Gate to Plate offered an enjoyable experience to residents and visitors alike. Funded by East Devon District Council, it was delivered...

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Map of Kids Activities in your Area: National Children’s Activities Week

Do your kids fancy sensory play in Southport? Drama tots in Derby? Baby yoga in Basildon?

Then fear not! The UK's largest annual celebration of children's activities, Children’s Activities Week , is just one month away, and there are a number of exciting activities awaiting those taking part. The fundraising event is organised by What’s On 4 Kids and runs from 13-19th May.

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Drake Circus confirms Bank Holiday opening times

Drake Circus has confirmed its opening hours for the upcoming bank holiday weekend (Saturday 4th May – Monday 6th May).

Between Saturday 4th May – Monday 6th May, the centre’s shopping hours will be:

Saturday 4th May: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday 5th May: 10:30am – 4:30pm
Monday 6th May: 10:00am – 5:00pm

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British Sign Language Cafe opens at South Devon College - everyone welcome

A Devon college is helping to raise awareness of sign language by launching a British Sign Language Café.

The café at South Devon College opens during Deaf Awareness Week and everyone is welcome. (May 6th)

The café has been set up by two new members of staff recruited to support hearing and visually impaired students.

Sasha Miller, Sensory Lead, and Lorraine Blake,...

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The first expansion of Cranbrook gets a green light

East Devon District Council (EDDC) has granted planning permission for the first expansion of Cranbrook. It is the largest planning permission issued by EDDC since permission for the new town was issued, more than 13 years ago.

The expansion allows up to 1435 homes and 10 permanent pitches for gypsies and travellers to be created. There will be a new three form entry primary school,...

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