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From teddy bears to singing penguins: Jack’s Patch raises thousands for Rowcroft Hospice

Otter Garden Centres Jack’s Patch branch has announced the amount raised for Rowcroft Hospice during 2025.

While the fundraising was initially totalled at £4,531 for the cheque presentation, there was more to add from the collection tins, so the final figure was closer to £4,700....

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Jurassic Fibre supports Hospiscare with Christmas trees recycling scheme

Award-winning ultra-fast broadband provider, Jurassic Fibre , has announced that they have pledged their support once again to Hospiscare this Christmas.

The Exeter-based telecoms company, who are on a mission to deliver their full fibre-to-the premises broadband to 500,000 homes and businesses in the South West, will be supporting Hospiscare’s Christmas Tree Recycling fundraiser, for...

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New field kitchen is finalist in tourism awards

Coldharbour Farm Field Kitchen in Ottery St Mary has been named a finalist in the Devon Tourism Awards just six months after opening.

As finalists in the Casual Dining category, which recognises ‘businesses within the tourism industry that offer food, beverage and service innovation and excellence’, the field kitchen is guaranteed to bring home a trophy, either gold, silver or bronze...

DevonAiR Radio Revived

Many locals across East and South Devon will remember with affection, the former local radio station DevonAir Radio, which closed in 1994.

28 years on, the DevonAir name is due to take to the airwaves once more, in the form of DevonAiR Gold.

The station will launch on the new small scale DAB+ digital radio service in Exeter at 1pm on Saturday 31st December, and is currently...

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Access the right emergency care for you this winter

Winter is one of the busiest times of the year for the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) – and we need continuing support from the public.

Ambulances must be available for patients who are facing a life-threatening medical emergency. To help with this, we are asking for the public’s support to ensure the service is used correctly.

You can help by...

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The Benefits of Replacing Shower Panels with PVC Tiles

Bathrooms are the most used places in a home. They’re highly vulnerable to water damage. They should be well-maintained. Wall panels are uniquely designed to offer protection against water and moisture. They’re affordable and offer a host of benefits. Get your shower panels at https://ceiling2floor.co.uk/ and transform your home. Keep reading for more insights.

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Keeping siblings together - Plymouth foster family provide permanent loving home for brother and sister

Just over three years ago, primary school teacher, Nicola Black*, 43, her husband James and their three children, twins Anna* and Tony*, 14, and Harry* age 12, welcomed foster siblings, Jack* 7, and Jess* 5, into their loving family home, now they are one big happy family. Plymouth has one of the highest numbers of looked after children in the South West 1 , Nicola and her family are urging...

4 Tips for Furnishing Your Summer Home

Summertime is the perfect opportunity to get away and enjoy the outdoors. From outdoor furniture that can withstand the elements to personal touches that give your space a cosy feel, furnishing your summer home can be a fun and enjoyable experience. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can create a space that’s perfect for summertime relaxation and entertainment. Read on!

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Five Benefits of Wooden Summer Houses

Are you planning to spruce up your garden in preparation for the warmer summer months? Wooden summer houses are fashionable and make an excellent addition to any backyard. Summer homes are mainly wooden structures with various fascinating features and designs. They have also grown so durable and dependable that they may be used all year!

Suppose you need professional assistance in...

Hair Loss in Men: Why Does it Happen and What Can Be Done to Help?

There are a few different names for hair loss in men, but usually, it is referred to as male pattern baldness or alopecia. Both names have slightly different meanings, but alopecia is the general word used to describe hair loss. For men, premature hair loss can be devastating; it can reduce your confidence and have a serious knock on your mental health. Going from a full head of hair to a...

Devon housebuilder shares top five benefits of buying a new build home

Leading housebuilder Allison Homes is sharing the top five reasons why homebuyers should consider new builds in the search for their perfect home.

Samantha Hart, Sales and Marketing Director at Allison Homes Central Region, said: “At Allison Homes we’re all about helping people find the home that is just right for them, and new builds are a fantastic option for a wide range of needs...

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