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Kittens calling for care at Blue Cross in Devon

Every summer, Blue Cross in Devon sees a rise in the number of unwanted and abandoned kittens arrive at the animal rehoming centre. Some have been abandoned by their mothers and left to fend for themselves and others who were an unplanned litter that owners cannot care for.

Without their mother, young kittens need round-the-clock care and hand feeding every few hours until they are...

Ocean Film Festival World Tour splashes into the UK

Dive into a night of ocean adventure!

The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing a new collection of thrilling ocean-themed films to venues around the UK this autumn - including The Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe on 5 October.

The Ocean Film Festival is a celebration of the planet’s oceans, with wild seafaring voyages and fascinating marine-life – up on the big screen...

Exmouth Art Group’s 78th Annual Exhibition coming in October 2024

Exmouth’s highly respected Art Group is busy preparing for their 78th annual exhibition, being held in the beautiful Ocean Suite at Ocean on Exmouth Seafront, displaying a wide range of artwork in all mediums and styles, and a raffle supporting the RNLI in its 200th year. It will run from Thursday 10 October to Monday 21 October, 10am to 5pm daily.

The yearly event rejoices in the...

Local Dental Practice Invests £68,000 in State-of-the-Art Facility to Enhance Patient Care

Ashbury Dental Care proudly announces the opening of their new, state-of-the-art dental surgery, representing a significant investment in advanced dental care for the local community. Situated in Budleigh Salterton, this investment ensures that patients will benefit from reduced waiting times and increased availability for routine dental appointments.

Dr Aynoa Lecea, General Dental...

Devon Air Ambulance open brand new charity shop on Crediton High Street

Devon Air Ambulance are looking forward to opening the doors of a brand-new charity shop in Crediton to local people and visitors this weekend, with a special launch event taking place at 10am on Friday 6th September. This new charity shop in the heart of Crediton High Street, was previously occupied by Exeter Leukemia Fund (ELF). Visitors will be delighted to see it kitted out with...

East Devon District Council and contractor Liberty to host Gas Safety Week event in Honiton

Property services business Liberty has pledged its support for Gas Safety Week (9-15 September 2024) and will be working in partnership with East Devon District Council to raise awareness about the importance of gas safety in Honiton.

Liberty and East Devon District Council will be delivering a presentation to residents on the importance of gas safety and answer any questions they...

Scaling new heights: Funeral arranger heading to Mount Everest for a good cause

A funeral arranger from Devon is embarking on an extraordinary journey to raise funds for charity.

Rachel Schofield, 50, will be trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp in November this year. Rachel, who has worked as a funeral arranger for Co-op Funeralcare in Newton Abbot since 2022, will take on the climb not only as a personal challenge, but also to fundraise for the member-owned...

Dartmouth Food Festival celebrates 20th anniversary this October

Dartmouth Food Festival (25th – 27th October 2024) is well-known as one of the most prestigious food festivals in the country and is always credited with an unrivalled line up of chef talent and a feast of entertainment.

This year the Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary and is excited to welcome names including Saturday Kitchen’s Matt Tebbutt, Professor Tim Spector, award-...

Winter and spring downpours could lead to a vibrant autumn, says Forestry England

Forestry England says the higher-than-average rainfall this year, particularly in the spring, has led to a lush growth in the nation’s forests.

These leaves, now full of sugars, could result in a spectacular autumn display. However, just how vibrant the autumn colours will be dependent on the weather we have in the coming months.

Data * from the Met Office shows that most...

Devonia spring water introduces new website

Devon-based bottled water brand, Devonia is delighted to announce the launch of its new website incorporating the new branding which was introduced earlier this year.

The new platform has been developed with a focus on enhancing customer experience and to showcase to consumers Devonia’s collect, wash, reuse process, which ensures its bottles are refilled on average eight times. Key...

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