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The Elf team on their Christmas Santa Run (photo ELF)

Exeter gallops into Christmas with festive race day for ELF

Exeter Racecourse will sparkle on Friday 5 December as festive outfits, thrilling jump racing, and generosity come together for ELF Race Day, supporting the Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF). ELF provides vital care and support to families affected by blood cancers and blood disorders across Devon,...

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Best dog-walking beaches in Devon and Cornwall

Travel expert shares the top spots for sandy dog walks this autumn and winter

As dog restrictions ease on many UK beaches, autumn is an ideal time to hit the coast with your four-legged companion. With cooler weather, peaceful shores, and stunning sunsets, it’s one of the most enjoyable seasons for a seaside adventure.

Away Resorts , a leading provider of dog-friendly holiday...

Excitement in Plymouth for the launch of new city gift card

The Love Plymouth Gift Card can be spent across the city with shops, restaurants, attractions and more, with both physical and digital versions available.

Plymothians are welcoming the launch of a new gift card for the city that can be spent across retail, leisure, hospitality and service businesses, including big brands and an array of independent businesses.

The gift card...

Devon’s fleet of gritters called into action and ready for more

Devon County Council’s gritting teams were called out last night (Sunday 16 November) for the first time this season.

With road surface temperature close to, or just below, zero yesterday evening, gritters were out on high ground routes on Dartmoor and Exmoor from 8pm.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Met Office today issued a Yellow Cold-Health Alert for the...

Moorland Fuels tanker with rainbow in the background

Government urged not to leave off-grid rural households behind in the budget

Okehampton-based heating oil supplier Moorland Fuels is urging the Government to ensure that any proposed VAT cuts on domestic energy bills are applied equally to both rural off-grid households using heating oil and those connected to mains gas or electricity.

The call comes amid a lack of clarity around the Chancellor’s proposed plans to ease the cost of living by removing the 5% VAT...

Power to the People: Tamar Energy Fest returns

Tamar Energy Community (TEC) is powering up Tamar Energy Fest once again. Join them on Saturday 22nd November, from 10am-3pm at Butcher’s Hall, Tavistock.

The theme this year is Power to the People, looking at opportunities to localise our energy and enable greater benefits for our local communities.

The Fest offers a welcoming space for local householders, businesses, and...

Devon’s longest-serving bus heroes honoured

Stagecoach South West celebrated 27 dedicated team members at Sandy Park Stadium in Exeter , recognising decades of commitment to keeping public transport running reliably across Exeter, Plymouth, Torquay, and Barnstaple.

The recognition event celebrated employees with milestones up to 35 years of service. Highlights included Michael Rose and David Taylor (Exeter) and Kevin Kellow...

Biography of Devon's Natural Mr Universe Ed Akay becomes a bestseller

Ed Akay, a Natural Mr Universe Gold Medallist and 3-time UK Para Bodybuilding Champion recently released his biography “From Darkness” penned by Photographer Jason Reading and set to a backdrop of his photography.

The book has quickly become a Bestseller on Amazon making the number 1 spot in both the Portrait and Portrait Photography categories as well as number 12 in Exercise and...

Rainbow Living Honoured with King’s Award for Voluntary Service

Rainbow Living, an Exeter-based, volunteer-led housing charity supporting adults with learning disabilities across Devon, has been awarded the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) - the highest national honour given to volunteer groups in the UK.

Often described as the MBE for voluntary organisations, the King’s Award recognises the outstanding dedication and impact of this...

TUI launches new direct flights from Exeter to paradise Greek island

One of Greece's most stunning islands is set to become more accessible after TUI has announced a brand-new direct route from Exeter Airport to Kos – making it easier than ever to bag a slice of Mediterranean paradise.

The leading tourism and leisure group is launching brand-new flights from Exeter for Summer 2026, giving holidaymakers across the South of England a hassle-free way to...

Online school could be an alternative to mainstream school for many young people says Queen's Online School headteacher

Online schools should be utilised for children with special needs says Devon based headteacher following County Councils Network report

An online school headteacher is urging government and local authorities to utilise online schools for children with special education needs following a report released by the County Councils Network (CNN) today.

Lisa Boorman of Queen’s Online School says online learning is a good alternative to mainstream school and would save local authorities, who are paying for private school places...

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