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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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Barratt Homes commits to help save Ivybridge wildlife habitats

Ivybridge’s furry and feathered residents are set to receive a boost as five star housebuilder Barratt Homes joins forces with the RSPB to create wildlife-friendly areas at its new Lucerne Fields development.

Barratt Homes has committed to building wildlife-friendly habitats at all its new developments to help support wildlife in the surrounding area and Lucerne Fields is the latest...

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South West urged to get behind oar-some challenge

PEOPLE in the South West are being challenged to row a marathon in March as part of an oar-some fundraising effort for Cancer Research UK.

In partnership with the renowned Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race, now known as The Cancer Research UK Boat Race, the charity is encouraging people to go the distance and cover 26.2 miles in stages or in one go, anytime in March.

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Plympton Academy students visit St Luke's Hospice

Plympton Academy pupils studying Health and Social Care spent the day at St Luke’s Hospice recently.

The visit was organised to enhance their understanding of health and social care settings. The students are currently studying units within the BTEC Level 3 course which incorporates the most effective ways of looking after individuals, how health and social care organisations embed...

Burts Chips raises over £1,500 for local charities

The Plymouth based snack brand Burts Chips has raised £1,681 for the Devon Air Ambulance Trust and Jeremiah’s Journey in 2017.

A 150-strong team participated in various events including a 10km bush mud run as well as holding ongoing raffles, donations and a ‘Wear Red to Work Day’.

David Nairn, managing director of Burts Chips, comments: “Burts Chips is passionate about...

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Find your future career with Skills South West 2018

Are you aged 14 – 19 and thinking about your career, or a parent, carer or teacher of someone in that age group? Why not come to Skills South West 2018, a free major two day regional event returning to Plymouth next month, to help you decide.

Skills South West is run by Prospects Events and sponsored by Plymouth City Council, the National Careers Service, and UTC Plymouth.

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Would-be buyers more willing to sacrifice holidays than cigarettes when saving to buy a home

Holidays are the first things to be cut among those keen to buy a home, according to a survey from Barratt Homes.

The five star housebuilder, which is building homes in Plymouth, asked 2,000 people which luxuries they would cut back on in order to save the money needed to make their dream move.

More than a third of those asked (35 per cent) said they would forgo that special...

Premier League Primary Stars offers free kit to primary schools

The Premier League Primary Stars Kit and Equipment Scheme is offering free football kit and equipment to primary schools in an effort to inspire children to learn, engage and be active.

The programme is a national curriculum-linked education initiative that uses the appeal of the Premier League and professional football clubs, to help teachers inspire girls and boys aged 5-11 in the...

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New Mud Fun Run launched in Dartington for Families

Thrill-seeking families are invited to get muddy for a good cause at a brand-new event at The Shops at Dartington during their May Food Fair on Sunday 27 May.

The Mud Larks Fun Run will consist of a 3km course, run twice by those feeling truly mighty, and includes a 500-foot zipline, 40-foot abseil, running through mud, navigating tyres, taking part in a dry kayak hill climb and there’...

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SW Falcon celebrates second anniversary

The South West Falcon from Stagecoach is celebrating its second anniversary today (14 February).

Launched in 2016 – and representing an investment of £2.5m - the South West Falcon is an innovative interurban coach service that connects Plymouth, Exeter and Taunton with Bristol Airport and Bristol city centre. It is the first and only public transport link from the South West to Bristol...

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Using mobile phone biggest turn-off at Plymouth dinner tables, survey reveals

Technology at the table seems to be a growing annoyance for many, with 37 per cent of those polled in Plymouth also saying taking photos of food is rude.

But people in the area are becoming more relaxed about traditional table etiquette, with just 8 per cent saying not finishing everything on your plate is a no-no, and 9 per cent disapproving of using the wrong cutlery or using it in...

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Digital Devon: How Locals Stay Social Without Leaving Home

Barratt Homes commits to help save Ivybridge wildlife habitats

South West urged to get behind oar-some challenge

Plympton Academy students visit St Luke's Hospice

Burts Chips raises over £1,500 for local charities

Find your future career with Skills South West 2018

Would-be buyers more willing to sacrifice holidays than cigarettes when saving to buy a home

Premier League Primary Stars offers free kit to primary schools

New Mud Fun Run launched in Dartington for Families

SW Falcon celebrates second anniversary

Using mobile phone biggest turn-off at Plymouth dinner tables, survey reveals

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