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First residents move into brand new Exeter development

An Exeter development has seen its first residents begin to move in – including a local couple who have bought their first home together.

Emily and Nathan are one of the first to move into Redrow South West’s St Michael’s Meadow on Chudleigh Road.

Emily grew up in the suburb of Alphington and loved the village feel and proximity to the countryside. When searching for their...

Plymouth pensioner opens surgeons’ eyes to a bygone era

The unique ‘time-travelling’ experiences of Barrie Furzeland have given Plymouth eyecare consultants a rare insight into the amazing changes of sight-saving surgery during the past three decades.

Barrie was at Newmedica Plymouth eye clinic to have a cataract operation when he astonished staff with tales of having a cataract removed from his other eye 34 years previously.

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RGB Holsworthy thanking community for generous donations

The Holsworthy branch of RGB Building Supplies is thanking customers and the local community for generously donating to its Christmas present appeal in aid of Children's Hospice South West.

Thanks to the incredible support, the branch had a sleigh full of gifts that were handed over to the charity for distribution to children and their families during the festive period.

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A Harmonious Gesture: Indoor Self Storage Totnes Brings Musical Joy to Lifeworks

n the heart of Totnes, a small town with a big heart, community bonds are strengthened through acts of kindness and generosity. Recently, Indoor Self Storage Totnes made a heart-warming contribution to Lifeworks College and Lifeworks Community Programmes , demonstrating the power of community collaboration and the joy that comes from giving back.

Indoor Self Storage Totnes , a local...

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Growth journey continues for IMP Software, as MAT finance experts prepare to celebrate fifth anniversary

IMP Software, market-leading specialists in budgeting, forecasting and reporting software for Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), has reported another sensational year of growth as the firm prepares to celebrate its fifth anniversary next month.

The company, which has locations in Exeter and Peterborough, ended 2023 working with 370 MATs, including 57% of large trusts (MATs with 15+ schools)...

2024 at Theatre Royal Plymouth

Theatre Royal Plymouth are ready to kickstart 2024 and this year will see a wide range of exciting and spectacular shows, including Disney’s Aladdin , the magical Life of Pi, the new production of Wizard of Oz and the enchanting ballet, The Sleeping Beauty .

2024 will also see two huge TRP co-productions in The Artist and The Devil Wears Prada , which are not to be missed!

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Empowerment in Motion: Trevi Reclaim the Night and take a stand for safety and equality in our city

Throughout the last month, the 16 Days of Activism campaign has sparked crucial awareness about the urgent call to end violence against women and girls in our city. It illuminated ways for us to engage actively. Sustaining this momentum leading local women's charity Trevi now invites women to join their Reclaim the Night Walk.

Trevi will host the walk on Friday 9, February during...

Planning approved for new retirement apartments and cottages in Exmouth

After a successful planning appeal, Churchill Retirement Living has been granted planning permission to build 54 brand new independent living retirement apartments and 6 retirement living cottages at a site on Fore Street, Exmouth. The new development will bring a thriving new community to the heart of town, contributing around £465k a year to the local economy and supporting over 100 jobs...

Theatre Royal Plymouth’s creative collaboration marks culmination of a decade with Diverse City

Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) and creative partner Diverse City have hosted a weeklong inclusive residency for community members to mark ten years of working together, as well as celebrating a decade of TRP’s Funky Llama project.

Focusing on aerial and circus skills, the Creative Residency 2023 invited participants from TRP community groups Funky Llama, Our Space, Acting Up, Diverse...

63 new charities launch in Devon - insurance specialist advises long-term planning for success

In 2023, a staggering 2,446 charities were established across England, an increase of 342 compared to the previous 12 months. Of these, 63 were registered in Devon*, signifying a growing trend for people keen to make a meaningful difference in their communities as well as society at large.

The research was conducted by Ansvar, an expert insurer for the charity and not-for-profit...

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