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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...

Brixham Local Wins Photography Competition, Capturing the Spirit of the English Riviera’s Iconic Fishing Town

The English Riviera BID Company has announced the winner of the ‘Brixham in Images’ Photography Competition 2025 - a celebration of the fishing town’s natural beauty, vibrant harbour life and strong sense of community.

After receiving an outstanding 506 photography entries from across the UK, the public has voted Brixham local, Daniel Mason, as the overall winner for his image which...

Cosy Club Plymouth launches Cosy Christmas Community Champion initiative

Do you know someone remarkable? Someone who goes above and beyond for their community, and deserves to be celebrated and spoiled at Cosy Club this Christmas?

As Cosy Club unwraps this year’s festive menu - featuring honest, dishes that feel special without being fussy - Cosy Club Plymouth is searching for a Cosy Club Christmas Community Champion. The winner will be treated to a one-...

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...

New health & wellbeing hub is the future of healthcare training in the south west

A new multi-million health and wellbeing facility that will train the healthcare workers of the future is being officially opened at Plymouth Marjon University today (Friday 14th November).

The Marjon Health & Wellbeing Hub was funded with a capital grant to the University by the Office for Students in 2022. The state-of-the-art £5.8m facility features a simulation hospital ward...

Cosy Club Plymouth launches Cosy Christmas Community Champion initiative

Do you know someone remarkable? Someone who goes above and beyond for their community, and deserves to be celebrated and spoiled at Cosy Club this Christmas?

As Cosy Club unwraps this year’s festive menu - featuring honest, dishes that feel special without being fussy - Cosy Club Plymouth is searching for a Cosy Club Christmas Community Champion. The winner will be treated to a one-...

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...

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