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Devon veteran urges public to send charity Christmas messages

A Devon veteran is asking people in the county to send messages of support this Christmas to veterans who are struggling with physical and mental challenges.

Last Christmas, thousands of people sent messages of hope to isolated veterans, as part of a campaign by Armed Forces charity Help for Heroes. These small acts of kindness encouraged veterans to reach out for life-changing...

Local homebuilder lends a hand to support owl conservation on Dartmoor

Staff from Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter recently joined forces with the Barn Owl Trust for a two-day volunteering project at the Trust’s nature reserve, helping to maintain a thriving natural environment for the iconic birds.

The Trust, located in a tranquil valley on the edge of Dartmoor, established in 1988 is a small UK charity working hard to conserve one of the most...

Re:Fuel offers Southwest petrolheads a dream start to 2025

Why should petrolheads have to wait until the Summer to enjoy themselves? Re:Fuel, the Southwests only dedicated cars and coffee venue, will be hosting their hugely popular New Years Day meet, where visitors will start the brand new year off in style with some delicious food and live music whilst being surrounded by a whole bunch of incredible cars, bikes and everything in between.

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Rowcroft Hospice celebrates two more Queen's Nurse Awards

Rowcroft Hospice is thrilled to announce that two more of its dedicated nurses, Barbara Argent and Jane Butland, have been awarded the prestigious title of Queen's Nurse. This highly respected title is a mark of excellence in community nursing, recognising professionals who demonstrate a strong commitment to high standards of patient care, learning, and leadership.

Barbara and Jane...

Artist's Impression of new venue in Torquay

Exciting new venue to open in central Torquay

Torquay town centre will soon be home to an exciting new venue, offering a dynamic and flexible space for music, theatre, comedy and cultural events.

Opening in late Spring 2025, Arena Torquay has been designed with both artists and audiences in mind, combining state-of-the-art backstage and front of house facilities, with a vibrant atmosphere for events of all kinds.

Arena,...

Essential eye clinic to be launched in Plymouth for people in crisis

First-class eyecare is coming to Plymouth at a new clinic for people experiencing homelessness.

Leading professionals will be volunteering in a fully equipped eye clinic at the Shekinah centre on Kings Road, where people in crisis can also benefit from housing advice, healthcare, and drug and alcohol services.

The launch of this clinic was attended by the Lord Mayor of...

Hair in the Academy holds high-profile event to mark its 20th Anniversary

Hair in the Academy (HATA) held a high-profile event to celebrate its 20th Anniversary and the official launch of Hair in the Community (HITC) at its unique hairdressing salon in Exeter.

Eminent guests included Will Michelmore, Master of The Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers & Shearmen (IWFS) and other members of Tuckers Hall including Richard Marsh CEO Executive Officer of...

New boat festival to launch in Plymouth in 2025 

A new boat show is set to launch in Plymouth in 2025 with Plymouth Boat Fest being held at Plymouth Yacht Haven on Saturday 21st June.

Yacht Havens is set to host the highly anticipated Plymouth Boat Fest on 21st June 2025 at Plymouth Yacht Haven, bringing together maritime enthusiasts, families, and the local community for a day of nautical fun and exploration, as well as showcasing...

Landmark Totnes church secures grants to fix sinking floors

St Mary church in Devon has been part of the Totnes landscape for more than 500 years. But if urgent action is not taken, this beautiful heritage could be lost forever.

The Grade I Listed church is on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register – it is listed by them as "poor" and facing “slow decay”.

The floor is now not just a conservation concern – but also a health and...

The good cause behind a new graffiti mural at a Plymouth Tesco store

Tesco customers at the Transit Way Superstore are enjoying an eye-catching new graffiti mural in the car park.

The brightly coloured mural was painted by local youngsters during a workshop led by Plymouth’s own acclaimed street artist Jon Lilly.

In a collaborative effort to tackle alcohol-related harm, the Tesco store teamed up with the Plymouth Community Alcohol Partnership...

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