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Fundraisers from Hospiscare and Otter Garden Centre

Devon garden centre unveils record-breaking total donation to Hospiscare

Otter Garden Centre in Ottery St Mary raised over £17,000 for end of life charity Hospiscare during 2023.

It’s the largest amount raised in a single year by the family-run garden centre, which is celebrating its sixtieth anniversary in 2024.

Donations came in via a combination of staff and customer events, including bingo and quiz evenings, tombola, the Memory Tree, a skydive...

Devon & Cornwall Police go back to school

As part of Vision Zero South West - a campaign to cut road deaths and serious injuries - police officers attended Barton Hill Academy in Torquay alongside Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service to deliver a lesson in road safety.

The lesson was aimed at nine to eleven-year-olds, teaching them about the dangers on the road and what steps they can take to keep themselves safe....

Types of customization of sportswear

Customization is an actual type of activity for 2024, because most modern people like to show their creativity in the form of design on their favourite thing. It is important to remember that the key word here is customization. You can experiment with different ideas to create unique and stylish pieces that reflect your taste and personality.

If you are in search of custom items but...

What is the Secret to Good Quality Sleep and Why is Sleep Tourism a Growing Trend in 2024?

One of the biggest travel trends we saw in 2023 and which shows no signs of abating in 2024 is sleep tourism, the act of travelling to get a better night’s sleep. What started in 2022, because the global pandemic created a seismic shift that made us all acutely more aware of the importance of sleep for our health and wellbeing, this trend has continued to gather pace.

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5 Reasons to charter a private jet

With the term jet we refer to aeroplanes equipped with a jet engine , capable of reaching higher speeds than propeller-driven aircraft and therefore able to fly long distances.

When one thinks of this type of aircraft, exclusive planes used by rich and famous people for their travels usually come to mind. However, it is a service available to everyone: it is possible to find private...

Class People Foundation launches new round of funding to support children in education

Independent education recruitment specialist Class People has launched a new round of grant giving to support school communities across the South West of England.

The Exeter-based business’s charitable organisation, the Class People Foundation, has announced its current round of funding available to support the welfare, wellbeing and aspirations of children and young people in early...

What's New in Cosmetic Surgery and What to Consider

Cosmetic surgery has been a dynamic field, constantly evolving with advancements in medical technology and surgical techniques. As we step into the future, the landscape of cosmetic surgery continues to witness groundbreaking developments that offer improved safety, efficacy, and natural-looking results.

We’re going to delve into the latest innovations in cosmetic surgery and provide...

Record breaking 2023 mission statistics revealed for Devon Air Ambulance

Mission statistics for 2023 reveal a record number of missions and patients for Devon Air Ambulance (DAA), illustrating just how vital the medical emergency service remains to the people of Devon.

Throughout another challenging year for many public services and charities, the crew at Devon Air Ambulance were tasked to attend a huge 2226 incidents across Devon and assisting across...

Immersive Theatre Bootcamp will explore the Manor Pavilion Theatre in new and exciting ways

After their ­­­­­wildly successful run in Beer Quarry Caves with Medea in 2023, Four of Swords will be coming to the Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth to host four days of intensive workshops that examine what immersive theatre can mean.

Their programme will culminate in a performance which will entirely reimagine the Manor Pavilion Theatre: using the building in a surprising way and...

Lodestar Academy hailed by Ofsted for “nurturing environment” and “ambitious curriculum”

Staff and pupils at Lodestar Academy are celebrating a remarkable improvement in its Ofsted rating, progressing from ‘Requires Improvement’ in 2020 to ‘Good’ in all areas in 2024.

The Lodestar Academy, located in Torquay, is an alternative education provider for 11 to 16 year olds. It joined the high-performing Thinking Schools Academy Trust last year, which leads 26 successful...

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