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The team helping with the delivery of soil improver at Westbank's Community Allotment in Exminster

Coastal Recycling donation helps Westbank ‘grow’ its Community Allotment

The Devonwide health and wellbeing charity Westbank Community Health and Care (Westbank) is continuing to improve its Community Allotment with a generous donation of soil improver from a local waste management and recycling company.

The green waste division of Exeter-based Coastal...

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5 skills needed to become the World's greatest casino player

Casino games in general and table games in particular require a degree of skill that’s greater than that needed for playing new casino sites . There are some types of skills required to get you all the way to the casino rewards.

In the array of casino gaming skills the most important one is to know everything about the game you are about to play. Before you’re ready to play poker you...

Got a minor illness and not sure whether to visit your GP? Try your pharmacy first!

People in Devon are being encouraged to try their pharmacy first if they pick up a cough or cold and aren’t sure whether to visit their doctor.

GP practices and hospital emergency departments are often under even more pressure at this time of year and pharmacies can provide a fast route to medication for minor ailments like aches and pains, sore throat, coughs, colds, flu-like symptoms...

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Matthew Bourne’s Romeo and Juliet opens at Theatre Royal Plymouth

New Adventures is delighted to announce full casting for the world premiere of Matthew Bourne’s “ROMEO AND JULIET” which will open at Theatre Royal Plymouth on Tuesday 4th June, 2019 as part of a UK tour to 13 venues.

Matthew Bourne’s “ROMEO AND JULIET” is a passionate and contemporary re-imagining of Shakespeare’s classic love story. Bursting with youth, vitality and Matthew Bourne’s...

Kelly Gardens housebuilder launches community fund

Good causes in and around Tavistock are being invited to apply for a share in a Community Fund launched this week by specialist retirement housebuilder Blue Cedar Homes.

The brand new Project Community Fund makes available £5,000 for community-nominated causes situated within approximately three miles of Kelly Gardens, the collection of 12 freehold detached houses for the over 55s...

Plympton Academy boys take up netball

Boys from Year 8 at Plympton Academy have formed their own netball team.

Inspired by the Netball World Cup 2019 which is being held in Liverpool, the boys have been learning the sport, and have now challenged the girls’ team to a match.

They have completed a ten week netball semester in PE and have developed their passion, skill and understanding for the game. They are now...

FUSE UV Street Party at Illuminate Festival of Light 2018

Members of Barbican Theatre’s FUSE Diverse Dance team are bringing an eye-catching UV performance to Illuminate 2018 on Friday 23 November at Plymouth’s historic Royal William Yard.

This innovative piece features 139 dancers and participants from all ages and backgrounds, led by our FUSE Diverse Dance Lead Practitioner and Choreographer Suzie West

“The performance we’ve...

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Devon business named one of the UK's top fish and chip marketers

Harbourside Fish and Chips in Plymouth has been shortlisted for excellence in marketing as part of the 2019 National Fish & Chip Awards, organised by Seafish.

The popular business is recognised for having a strong focus on catering for customers with food allergies, including receiving a ‘Gluten Free Accreditation’ and is a strong supporter of National Fish and Chip Day held every...

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Plympton Academy students get on their bikes

Students from Plympton Academy, who are learning about the different careers they could pursue when they leave school, had a visit from a Plymouth based business start-up recently.

Ifootbike founders, Vini and Pavel visited the school to talk to the students about how they started their business, and their future plans for the scooter bike hybrid. They explained to the Year 10 students...

How to Plan Your Self-Build Dream Home Project

Living in the perfect home is something we all aspire to, but when you’re looking to a purchase a new property, it’s rare to find a house that is a perfect match for your ideal home. There’s usually at least one compromise to be made, and if your budget’s a bit tight, your new house could be several steps below dream home status.

One way to fulfil your dream home requirements is to opt...