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Seventh annual Killerton walk in memory of colleague

An intrepid group from The Family Law Company with friends and families braved the weather to undertake a fundraising walk in memory of a cherished colleague. This year’s ‘Walk for Helen’ raised just under £280 for FORCE.

Helen Finch lost her fight to cancer in 2019. Since then, an...

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Your NHS is here for you: Getting help in an emergency

NHS hospital teams across Devon are reassuring local people that emergency services are there for them if they are unwell and need help.

Doctors are concerned that some people who should be getting medical help for non-COVID-19 illnesses are staying away from hospital and not seeking help due to fears they might catch the virus.

Attendances have fallen by more than a third...

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Make your beauty goals come true with Botox

Most of the time, you may feel disappointed when people pass comments on your looks. Be it good or bad it keeps lingering in one’s head with either positivity or negativity. If you look older than your age it isn’t your fault. Some people look older because of their genes maybe or due to several other factors such as repeated facial expressions, excessive exposure to sunlight, UV rays,...

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The Donkey Sanctuary donates 3,000 Easter Eggs to Sidmouth Foodbank

The Donkey Sanctuary has donated 3,000 packs of small chocolate Easter Eggs to the Sid Valley Food Bank in Sidmouth. The donated eggs will now be given to patients and staff at Sidmouth Hospital, local families who are supported by the Food Bank and key workers throughout the community.

Due to The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth being closed to visitors because of the coronaviruses...

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Stay away from Devon says county council

Devon County Council has sent an all-party message to holidaymakers and second home owners: Stay away from the South West during the current crisis.

And the council is calling for much tougher penalties to be imposed on people who flout the rules.

Council leader John Hart said he was planning to meet the leaders and chief executives of all Devon's district councils to...

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What to do if you’re stranded in another country

As the world attempts to get to grips with the Coronavirus pandemic , infinite challenges are being placed upon the governments and residents of countries everywhere. Managing the spread of the virus and protecting the population’s health is of course the number one priority, but there are still so many more hurdles to be overcome before any sense of normality can return.

One of...

Singing your heart out to raise money for Heart Research UK

A long term supporter of national charity Heart Research UK is hosting a live Facebook concert to raise funds for the charity and help to raise the spirits of the nation.

Ric Cipriani, from Cheltenham, will be grabbing his guitar and singing his heart out from 19:00 – 20:00 on Wednesday the 8th April, live on Facebook.

Ric first became involved with Heart Research UK six...

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Top Four Tips for Keeping Your Home Tidy

Our home is our safe haven, but it is also something that requires a lot of our attention. Having a well-organized and functional home means investing time and effort day in and day out. That isn’t an easy task, but it’s one worth completing.

Nothing beats that feeling you get when you enter your home after a long day at work and can finally relax in your neat and cozy dwelling....

How to make money as a university student

Being in college can be quite challenging especially when it comes to money. And that’s quite alright, most students are hardly making ends meet.

But the secret to being financially healthy during your student years mainly boils down to being skillful, and having the entrepreneurial spirit to make money out of your skills. Most people are really good at one thing, so maybe monetizing...

How to Prepare For the Perfect Holiday to Russia

The word “overwhelming” might not even come close to describing the sheer amount of experiences that await you in Russia. Not only is this country massive in size, but it also contains some of the most incredible cultural experiences that the world has to offer. From stunning architecture to breath-taking natural landscapes, one visit isn’t nearly enough for those who hope to see the...

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Devon school staff on duty over Easter holidays to support key workers

Teachers and staff in nearly 170 Devon schools are working over the Easter holidays to provide care and support for the children of key workers.

The Government ordered schools across the country to close their doors a week early for Easter because of the coronavirus crisis but asked staff to remain open for the children of key workers such as NHS staff, care workers, delivery drivers...

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