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Why Firework Display Packs Are Becoming the Go-To Choice for Home Celebrations

Not long ago, a home fireworks display usually meant buying a handful of individual items, hoping they worked well together, and improvising the rest on the night. Sometimes that created a pleasant surprise. Just as often, it led to awkward gaps, mismatched effects, or a finale that felt strangely underwhelming.

That’s changing. More households are now opting for curated firework...

How to Find a Plus Size Renaissance Dress That Matches Your Character

Finding a Renaissance dress is one thing. Finding one that actually feels like your character is another.

That distinction matters more than people think. A good costume can check the obvious boxes: full skirt, laced bodice, flowing sleeves, period-inspired details. But the right dress does something more specific. It tells a story before you say a word. Whether you’re dressing for a...

Hounds of Love Bring the Magic of Kate Bush to Torquay's Babbacombe Theatre this July

Fans of legendary singer-songwriter Kate Bush are set for an unforgettable evening as Hounds of Love arrive at Babbacombe Theatre on Sunday 26th July. Hounds of Love is a seven-piece live band made up entirely of devoted Kate Bush fans, united by a passion for recreating the atmosphere, artistry and theatricality of one of Britain’s most iconic performers. The show celebrates Kate Bush’s...

6 Best Holiday Parks in Devon (2026)

Devon is one of the UK's most popular family holiday spots, and it's easy to see why. With its golden beaches, rolling countryside, dramatic coastlines, and charming seaside towns, the county is packed with brilliant holiday parks that cater to families of all sizes.

Whether you're after splash-filled pool days, coastal walks, or activity-packed resorts, this list rounds up the six...

Sight-saving Plymouth clinic warns of higher risk of falls from untreated cataracts

People in Plymouth are being warned of the risk factors that can lead to dangerous falls and fractures for those with impaired vision.

During Cataract Awareness Month this June, Newmedica Plymouth is raising awareness about the signs of the condition and the risks it causes, while also reassuring people about how straightforward it is to treat.

Findings by the British...

New report: Evaluating people’s experiences of Derriford Hospital’s maternity services in Plymouth

Devon Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership (MNVP) has published a new report evaluating Derriford Hospital’s maternity setting in Plymouth from the perspective of service users.

The report details findings and recommendations for improvement from their 15 Steps visit in January 2026. During the visit, a group of service users joined Devon MNVP staff and volunteers used the NHS...

How Parents Decide Between Multiple Private Paediatric Options in London

For many London parents, choosing private paediatric care is less about finding a “best” clinic and more about finding the right fit at the right moment. A child with recurring chest infections, a baby struggling with feeding, or a teenager with persistent fatigue can all prompt the same question: should we stay entirely within the NHS pathway, or look at private care as well?

In a...

The Subtle Life Changes That Begin the Moment You Start Aligners or Braces

Starting orthodontic treatment is easy to frame as a purely cosmetic decision. Straighter teeth, a better bite, a more balanced smile. That’s the headline version. But ask anyone who has actually begun treatment with aligners or braces, and they’ll usually tell you the same thing: the real changes start much earlier, and they’re often smaller, stranger, and more interesting than expected....

The Real Reason International Divorce Cases Take So Long to Resolve

At first glance, international divorce looks like a standard divorce with extra travel, more paperwork, and perhaps a few translation costs. In practice, that barely scratches the surface. The reason these cases take so long is not simply that spouses live in different countries. It’s that every major issue—where proceedings should happen, how assets are valued, which orders will be...

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Launch of Wellbeing Gift Box initiative for Devon’s unpaid carers

Unpaid carers in Tiverton are the first in Devon to have received free Wellbeing Gift Boxes as part of a county-wide joint initiative between Devon Carers at Westbank and Devon Partnership NHS Trust (DPT), supported through funding from Open Up, the Trust’s charity, launched during Carers’ Week (8th - 14th June 2026).

The Wellbeing Boxes are being gifted to individuals who provide care...

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