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Halloween: South Devon College animal expert debunks reputation of creepy creatures

Black cats, rats, spiders, bats and owls are just some of the animals synonymous with Halloween.

But do these animals deserve their sinister and mysterious reputation?

As All Hallows Eve approaches experts from the Animal Care Centre at South Devon College explore the myths and legends surrounding these creatures and shed light on why they don’t deserve their menacing notoriety...

Used Stamp appeal in aid of the Guide Dogs for the Blind

I am appealing for used postage stamps which help me raise funds which I then donate to the Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Recycling used postage stamps is such an easy way to raise money for the charity and I am always in need of all types of postage stamps, including British, Foreign and Christmas stamps.

If you are able to help I would be grateful if you could cut the stamps...

The British Academy of Floral Art Celebrates Outstanding Success at Fleurex 2025

Students and tutors from the British Academy of Floral Art achieved national recognition at this year’s British Florist Association Annual Conference, Fleurex 2025, held at the East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham University.

The Academy team shone across multiple categories, demonstrating exceptional talent, technical skill, and creativity.

Among the highlights,...

Festive hamper project returns to bring cheer to young people in care across Devon

As the festive season approaches, Open Up , the official charity of Devon Partnership NHS Trust , is preparing its much-loved Christmas Hamper Project and is calling on people across the county to get involved.

Run in partnership with Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD), the project brings comfort, connection and festive cheer to young people in care and care leavers across Devon...

Grant from Norman Family Trust helps  secure future of Dartmoor pony handling service

Grant from Norman Family Trust helps secure future of Dartmoor pony handling service

The Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust (DPHT) has been awarded a grant from the Norman Family Trust to support its specialist pony handling service, ensuring the continued welfare and safe management of Dartmoor’s semi-wild ponies.

The funding, announced this week, will support the Trust’s specialist pony handler in delivering essential care to keepers and farmers across Dartmoor....

Exeter Racecourse committee member Mel Leach behind hit ITV racing series

Exeter Racecourse committee member behind hit ITV racing series

A Devon-born television producer and Exeter Racecourse committee member is celebrating the return of her hit ITV series Champions Full Gallop , which gallops back onto screens on Friday, October 17, in a prime-time 10pm slot.

Mel Leach, joint CEO of South Shore Productions, grew up immersed in the racing world and has used her lifelong passion for horses to create a show that takes...

Drake Circus announces another two huge brands set to open this winter

Drake Circus has announced that another two major brands will be joining the centre before Christmas, enhancing its lifestyle and gifting offering ahead of the festive season.

OFFICE will open at Drake Circus, offering its latest ranges of fashion footwear, from its own label to top brands including UGG, adidas, Nike, Birkenstock and many more.

Those searching for some sparkle...

Young performers rock Drake Circus in ‘Metal Mob’ to celebrate Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Black Sabbath – The Ballet

On Saturday 04 October, Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP), Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB), and Drake Circus brought a surprising twist of rhythm and rebellion to Plymouth city centre with a ‘Metal Mob’ , an electrifying flash mob performance inspired by BRB’s ground-breaking production Black Sabbath – The Ballet .

The event, held at Drake Circus, Plymouth’s premier shopping destination,...

Dame Darcey Bussell DBE brings dance workshop to local school children on World Mental Health Day

Dame Darcey Bussell DBE led a day of high-energy, mood-boosting dance fitness workshops for hundreds of local school children to support their wellbeing and mark World Mental Health Day (10 Oct).

Alongside her role as Chair of the Board for Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP), Darcey is the founder of DDMIX Trust, which has partnered with leading children’s mental health charity, Place2Be,...

October is Wills Month – Leave a lifesaving legacy with Devon Air Ambulance

This October, Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is inviting supporters to consider leaving a gift in their Will to help safeguard the future of its lifesaving service for generations to come.

One in three of DAA’s missions are funded by Gifts in Wills, a remarkable contribution that enabled 819 specialist responses in 2024 alone. These generous legacies ensure that expert critical care...

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