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Dawlish Gears Up for South West’s Top American Car Show

Cruise down to Cofton Holidays near Dawlish for the annual American Car Show, taking place from Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd June 2025. Over 3,500 visitors are expected to enjoy a weekend packed with classic cars, live music, entertainment, and family fun. More than 200 American vehicles will be...

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City College Plymouth Celebrates Remarkable Students at Annual Awards Ceremony

City College Plymouth honoured its exceptional students at the annual Student Awards on Thursday 12 June.

The awards ceremony is the College’s largest celebration of the successes students have achieved over the past academic year and recognised the outstanding talent and hard work of students across all curriculum areas, with awards reflecting not only academic excellence, but also...

Last call for patients eligible for Covid-19 spring vaccine

NHS Devon has issued a ‘last call’ for at-risk patients eligible for the spring 2025 Covid-19 vaccine.

The spring booster campaign ends on June 17, and patients who meet the criteria are being urged to book before it’s too late.

Covid-19 is more serious in older people and those with certain underlying health conditions. For these reasons, the vaccine is being offered to...

Ambulance service opens up life-saving app alerts to public responders

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) has announced that, as of 2 June 2025, trained members of the public registered with the GoodSAM Responder app, will be alerted to nearby cardiac arrest calls received by the 999 ambulance control room.

GoodSAM which stands for Good S martphone A ctivated M edics, uses mobile GPS technology to notify the nearest...

Blundell’s School Appoints Gareth Pearson as Next Head

Blundell’s School is pleased to announce the appointment of Gareth Pearson as its next Head, beginning in September 2026.

Currently Head of Christ College, Brecon, Mr Pearson has led the school since 2017, earning a reputation as an inspirational and values-driven leader. Under his leadership, Christ College has seen significant growth, academic success, and pastoral strength. In...

Balancing Form and Function in Modern Italian Design

When we hear “Italian furniture”, words and expressions such as luxury, blend of craftsmanship and functionality, and high quality come to mind. Thanks to using top-quality materials and fantastic design, it has acquired popularity as a status symbol.

Italian designers know how to create things that are not only pretty but also function. This makes it an ideal selection for...

Carers Week 2025 - Holding on to Hope

Carers Week gives us a chance to pause, reflect and shine a light on the quiet strength of unpaid carers across the country, especially those caring for a loved one living with dementia. But for carers, this isn’t just one week a year. It’s every day, often with little respite.

Through my work leading the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance and supporting families, I’ve had the privilege...

SouthWest Saunas to Launch in Haldon Forest

For the Love of Saunas

SouthWest Saunas are set to launch an exciting new wellness venture in the heart of one of the county's most popular outdoor destinations.

Jake Rocking and Yussef Robinson, childhood friends who have returned to their Devon roots, are opening SouthWest Saunas at Haldon Forest Park on Sunday, 20th July. The sauna facility will be located within a ten-minute walk...

Naples' Sartorial Legacy: Cesare Attolini and Beyond

Naples is famous for its men's tailoring. Three big names stand out: Kiton, Cesare Attolini , and Isaia. These brands show off Naples' skill in making clothes. They each bring something special to Italian menswear. This article looks at how these tailors keep Naples' tradition alive in today's fashion world. We'll explore their history, how they make clothes, and why Naples is so important in...

Shane Richie to return to Plymouth for the pants played with gold

Theatre Royal Plymouth and pantomime producer Crossroads Pantomimes have today (06 June 2025) announced that television, recording, musical theatre and pantomime star Shane Richie will headline this year’s Theatre Royal pantomime, Dick Whittington in the title role from Friday 12 December 2025 to Saturday 10 January 2026.

A celebrated panto legend, Shane returns to Plymouth following...

From Sidmouth to the Palace: Young People Honoured with Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards

Sidmouth College is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of two former students, Fern and Jacob, who were invited to Buckingham Palace this month to receive their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

Having completed their Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards during their time at Sidmouth College, Fern and Jacob exemplify the resilience, commitment, and adventurous spirit at the heart...

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