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Search is on for tattoo studios to hold flash days for needy moggies

This ‘kitten season’ tattoo studios across the South West as well as tattoo fans of all ages are being called on to celebrate their dedication to cats and body art by hosting tattoo-focused days during July to raise money for local needy moggies.

Cats Protection has seen a number of...

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Half Term happiness for Lifeworks Holiday Group

THIS YEAR’S AUTUMN HALF TERM HOLIDAY WAS A TRUE CELEBRATION OF LIFE AND LEARNING

The autumn half term can be a magical time for anyone, but for the young members of the Lifeworks Holiday Group , it’s a week filled with smiles, laughter, and unforgettable experiences. With a focus on creating moments of joy and togetherness for children with learning disabilities, this year’s half term...

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Flapjackery's flapjack eating devotees raise nearly £2500 for charity

Flapjackery, a Devon-based business renowned for its hand-crafted, artisan gluten-free flapjacks, is delighted to announce its shops have raised nearly £2,500 for charity.

The money was raised through a unique initiative that encourages customers to choose a more environmentally friendly option when they purchase flapjacks and other sweet treats.

Flapjackery, which has shops...

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Devon Air Ambulance’s much loved charity shop returns to South Molton this week

Devon Air Ambulance’s South Molton shop to reopen its doors to local people and visitors this Saturday.

The charity first opened its South Molton shop ahead of the pandemic but was obliged to close to provide the space needed to run its online shopping operation, shopdaat.org .

The online retail operation has since moved across to the new Barnstaple Community Hub &...

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Food collection call for Plymouth volunteers to support charities.

People in Plymouth are being urged to give the gift of their time to take part in the UK’s biggest food donation drive.

The Tesco Food Collection is taking place in Tesco stores from 30 November to 2 December, with the Trussell Trust and FareShare are urging volunteers to sign-up to support the event.

It comes as both charities face their busiest winter yet, with more...

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Not-for-profit insurer releases preparedness guide amidst rising weather risks

A mini October heatwave occurring a matter of days before Storm Babet – the second named storm of the season – serves as a stark reminder that we have reached the time of year when the British weather can be extremely unpredictable.

The effects of climate change continue to elevate the risk of storm damage and flooding. In fact, seven of the wettest UK winters on record have occurred...

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Saltram House and Guide Dogs team up to provide accessible visits for people with sight loss

Guide Dogs and Saltram House collaborated recently to improve the visitor experience for visitors to the property who have a vision impairment.

Last month, 13 members of staff and volunteers from the National Trust property situated on the outskirts of Plymouth received expert training and advice from Guide Dogs’ My Sighted Guide service.

Guide Dogs is currently piloting this...

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Lifeworks College student, Chloe, has won 1st prize at a NATIONAL Arts Award

Lifeworks College student, Chloe, has won 1st prize at a NATIONAL Arts Award. The Unique Art Awards is a national competition for young disabled artists aged 7- 21 years funded by the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists - UK trust fund.

Chloe had a choice of 3 themes and chose - Sun, Sea and Sky. She created a stunning painting and won the Youth section Gold award for 2D art, and won a...

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Devon Carers Tackle Epic 26-mile Hike for Dementia

A trio of carers from Bluebird Care New Devon took on a gruelling hike to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society, raising over £1,000 for the important cause.

Frankie Rowe (Head of Care), Megan Chilton (Deputy Manager) and Danielle McGahey (Senior Carer) completed Alzheimer’s Society’s ‘Trek26’ challenge to walk 26 miles across the South Devon Coast in one day.

The team from...

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East Devon families raise thousands for children diagnosed with cancer

Donations from loved ones at East Devon Crematorium could help a local family stay close to their child as they undergo treatment for cancer miles away from home.

A total of £20,000 was raised for Young Lives vs Cancer thanks to the generosity of families who agree for any metals which remain after cremation to be recycled.

According to Young Lives vs Cancer, this large...

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Lifeworks Soaring Hearts: Skydiving for a Sensory Room

Three remarkable Lifeworks staff members from our Torquay Adult Learning Disability residential home, Sesame , along with a dedicated parent, embarked on an awe-inspiring journey to raise funds for a cause close to their hearts—a new sensory room. Their adventure took them to the skies, where they soared like never before at SkyDive Buzz

Meet Joanne, Stacey, and Chacko, the...

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