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Moorland Fuels Raises over £1,300 for Age UK Devon

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.

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The Pit Orchestra revives popular Battleship Potemkin event in centary year

Plymouth’s eclectic The Pit Orchestra will revive one of its landmark works this December with a special film-with-live-orchestra performance in celebration of the centenary of what is considered one of the greatest films ever created, Battleship Potemkin.

For one night only on 13 December, University of Plymouth’s The House performing arts centre will journey audiences to a Russian...

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Government urged not to leave off-grid rural households behind in the budget

Okehampton-based heating oil supplier Moorland Fuels is urging the Government to ensure that any proposed VAT cuts on domestic energy bills are applied equally to both rural off-grid households using heating oil and those connected to mains gas or electricity.

The call comes amid a lack of clarity around the Chancellor’s proposed plans to ease the cost of living by removing the 5% VAT...

Power to the People: Tamar Energy Fest returns

Tamar Energy Community (TEC) is powering up Tamar Energy Fest once again. Join them on Saturday 22nd November, from 10am-3pm at Butcher’s Hall, Tavistock.

The theme this year is Power to the People, looking at opportunities to localise our energy and enable greater benefits for our local communities.

The Fest offers a welcoming space for local householders, businesses, and...

Devon’s longest-serving bus heroes honoured

Stagecoach South West celebrated 27 dedicated team members at Sandy Park Stadium in Exeter , recognising decades of commitment to keeping public transport running reliably across Exeter, Plymouth, Torquay, and Barnstaple.

The recognition event celebrated employees with milestones up to 35 years of service. Highlights included Michael Rose and David Taylor (Exeter) and Kevin Kellow...

Biography of Devon's Natural Mr Universe Ed Akay becomes a bestseller

Ed Akay, a Natural Mr Universe Gold Medallist and 3-time UK Para Bodybuilding Champion recently released his biography “From Darkness” penned by Photographer Jason Reading and set to a backdrop of his photography.

The book has quickly become a Bestseller on Amazon making the number 1 spot in both the Portrait and Portrait Photography categories as well as number 12 in Exercise and...

Rainbow Living Honoured with King’s Award for Voluntary Service

Rainbow Living, an Exeter-based, volunteer-led housing charity supporting adults with learning disabilities across Devon, has been awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) - the highest national honour given to volunteer groups in the UK.

Often described as the MBE for voluntary organisations, the King’s Award recognises the outstanding dedication and impact of this...

TUI launches new direct flights from Exeter to paradise Greek island

One of Greece's most stunning islands is set to become more accessible after TUI has announced a brand-new direct route from Exeter Airport to Kos – making it easier than ever to bag a slice of Mediterranean paradise.

The leading tourism and leisure group is launching brand-new flights from Exeter for Summer 2026, giving holidaymakers across the South of England a hassle-free way to...

Online school could be an alternative to mainstream school for many young people says Queen's Online School headteacher

Online schools should be utilised for children with special needs says Devon based headteacher following County Councils Network report

An online school headteacher is urging government and local authorities to utilise online schools for children with special education needs following a report released by the County Councils Network (CNN) today.

Lisa Boorman of Queen’s Online School says online learning is a good alternative to mainstream school and would save local authorities, who are paying for private school places...

New trustee brings decades of experience in social care leadership to Westbank Community Health and Care

The Devon-wide health and wellbeing charity, Westbank Community Health and Care, is delighted to welcome Ian Hobbs, a former social worker and social care professional, to its Board of Trustees.

After 42 years working in a range of roles within Devon County Council, Ian is bringing his considerable skills and leadership experience to the third sector. As a Trustee, he is looking...

Schoolchildren create a colourful herd to celebrate Sidmouth’s donkeys and artistic heritage

A herd of painted donkey sculptures has been drawing in visitors after taking centre stage at the South West Academy of Fine & Applied Arts (SWAc) annual exhibition in Sidmouth.

The Academy celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and as part of their annual exhibition, launched their Schools’ Donkey Project, offering children from a number of local East Devon schools the...

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