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Digital Devon: How Locals Stay Social Without Leaving Home

For many residents in Devon, the internet has become far more than just a convenience — it’s a lifeline to social connection, entertainment, and community, especially for those who prefer staying in or live in more rural parts of the county. As digital tools and platforms continue to evolve,...

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South West urged to Give Up Clothes for Good

THIS September – Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – people in Devon and Cornwall are being called on to clear out their wardrobes to help more children and young people survive cancer.

They are being urged to donate any pre-loved quality clothing, accessories and homeware they no longer need to TK Maxx’s Give Up Clothes for Good campaign, in support of Cancer Research UK for Children...

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Health Charity Partnership fundraising appeal in Devon shows a little help can go a long way

People in Devon will be able to give a big boost to three life-saving charities that have been heavily impacted by COVID-19.

Tesco stores across Devon are supporting the Tesco Health Charity Partnership’s appeal to raise money for Cancer Research UK, the British Heart Foundation and Diabetes UK from 1 to 13 September.

The supermarket chain’s customers can make a donation by...

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Steptember – The Plymouth Workplace Walking Challenge for 2020

Many of Plymouth’s businesses and organisations will be taking part in an innovative month-long workplace walking challenge throughout September.

The ‘Steptember’ challenge is all about how little changes make a big difference to individuals, businesses and the world around us. 

This walking challenge is for Plymouth Workplaces only and will be a great opportunity to use...

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South West patients to benefit from “Life-changing” Cystic Fibrosis Drug

Patients in the South West have welcomed news that hundreds of people with cystic fibrosis across the region might benefit from a ‘transformative’ treatment.

NHS patients will be among the first in Europe to be prescribed Kaftrio, which significantly improves lung function, helping people with cystic fibrosis to breathe more easily and enhancing their overall quality of life....

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Diabetes UK is looking for cyclists in Devon

Diabetes UK is looking for people from Devon to get on their bikes and take on the UK Wide Cycle Ride this September.

This September take your fitness up a gear and complete our coast to coast virtual challenge. You can pick your distance from one of four routes:

Beginners may want to tackle the 120-mile Route One – the equivalent of Dundee to Fort William
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Doctors in Devon issue urgent reminders: face-to-face GP appointments still available, only come to A&E in an emergency

People in Devon are being reassured they will still get a face-to-face appointment at their local practice if their GP thinks they need one, and that they should only go to hospital A&E departments in an emergency.

With the danger of COVID-19 still very much present in Devon, GP practices have measures in place to protect patients and staff by reducing unnecessary contact and...

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Best Campsites to Visit in Devon

As an overlander, you are passionate about the outdoors and reaping the best of what Mother Nature has to offer. Still, after a long way of driving through the U.K. and getting to Devon, you may want to kick the brakes and relax for the night.

However, since you can’t just camp in unauthorized places, here are some of the best campsites that you can pull over in Devon.

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The Ultimate Big Screen experience returns to Plymouth as Vue reopens

Vue is continuing to welcome back customers in Plymouth with Christopher Nolan’s epic blockbuster, Tenet receiving its official release.

Film-goers can expect to experience the big screen in spectacular style by escaping to the mind of cryptic filmmaker Christopher Nolan. John David Washington stars as Nolan’s new Protagonist, alongside the likes of Robert Pattinson in this original...

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New electrical safety regulations come Into force for English landlords

New electrical safety regulations have just come into force across England. As always, landlords must familiarise themselves with the new rules and ensure that they are compliant going forward.

What Do Landlords Need to Know?

The industry has been lobbying hard to secure more time for landlords to ensure compliance. However, these protestations seem to have fallen on deaf ears. The...

Determination to tackle child sexual abuse in Plymouth fuels NSPCC workers' month-long fundraiser

Children's charity colleagues in Plymouth have walked more than 2,000 kilometres as part of a lengthy challenge to help fund their work in the city keeping children safe from harm.

Inspired by the NSPCC's Run30 fundraising challenge, which encourages people to run, walk or jog 30k in 30 days, the team embarked on an epic fundraiser of their own.

The co-workers have surpassed...

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