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Andy Fairbanks, CEO of UK Protection

Security Experts Warn of Rising Tide in South West Jewellery Heists Caused by Tensions in the Gulf

Record Levels of Robberies in 2026 Expected to Increase

The dramatic rise in the price of gold, turbo charged by recent events in the Gulf, is in danger of leading to increased levels of high-end jewellery and watch shop robberies in the South West, warns Exeter-based security expert UK Protection. 

The warning comes on the back of new intelligence from industry body SaferGems, which...

Oddfellows Sunday Lunch Brings Friendship to the Table

Members of the Oddfellows Friendly Society from Plymouth’s ‘Pride of the West’ branch continue to celebrate friendship and community through their popular Sunday lunch gatherings, held every few weeks at venues across the region.

The events, which bring members together in a relaxed and welcoming setting, have become a cherished tradition for the group. Far more than simply a meal,...

Totnes musicians unite for Rowcroft fundraiser in memory of local resident

A group of well-known South Devon musicians are coming together on 25th March 2026 at the Barrel House Ballroom in Totnes for a special fundraising concert in memory of much-loved local singer Sue Bradshaw. The aim of the event, titled “Friends in Harmony”, is simple: to have fun, give the audience a great night out, and raise money for Rowcroft Hospice.

Sue Bradshaw was a familiar...

Great British Fibre Festival Returns to Coldharbour Mill with Celebration of British Wool and Heritage Crafts

A celebration of British wool, heritage fibres and traditional textile crafts will take place in Mid Devon this year as the Great British Fibre Festival returns to Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme, near Cullompton, on bank Holiday Weekend of 30th/31st May 2026.

Set within one of the UK’s oldest surviving working woollen mills, the one-day festival will bring together farmers, fibre...

The Atlantes Landscapes Garden Maintenance Team at YMCA Paignton

Planting for the future... Volunteers from Atlantes Landscapes help shape new YMCA housing project in Paignton

A new supported housing project in Paignton is taking shape, thanks to the combined efforts of a local charity, businesses from across Devon and volunteers determined to make a difference in the lives of young people.

Cove House, located on Cliff Road with views across the bay, will soon provide supported accommodation for young people in Torbay who are at risk of homelessness....

Devon awarded more than £7.5 million for new zero emission buses

Around 90 new zero emission buses are to be delivered with £7.53 million of funding awarded to Devon County Council.

The latest Department for Transport investment, which is part of an expansion of existing Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas (ZEBRA) projects in the South West and South East, has been warmly received by Devon County Council.

The new fleet of zero emission buses...

Local apprentice visits the Houses of Parliament after inspiring journey into housebuilding

A Cavanna Homes apprentice has visited the Houses of Parliament to represent the next generation of talent entering the home building industry – and to champion greater opportunities for women in construction.

Ellie Mason, 22, from the technical team at South West housebuilder Cavanna Homes, travelled to Westminster to attend the Home Builders Federation’s Parliamentary Skills...

Ferne Animal Sanctuary set for its annual Spring Festival

Ferne Animal Sanctuary, the animal rehabilitation and rehoming charity with operations in Devon, is ready to welcome visitors for its annual Spring Festival on Sunday 5 April, at its 72-acre site in Chard.

Ticket holders can enjoy a range of Easter themed activities including a schedule of Easter egg hunts where seekers can purchase a ticket for £2 to find a toy egg in each of the...

Devon residents invited to nominate projects to receive £3,000 from Caremark’s Community Care Fund

Caremark, one of the UK’s leading providers of home care, has opened nominations for its Community Care Fund – a new nationwide initiative designed to support local projects that make a positive difference to people’s lives.

The Community Care Fund invites members of the public, community groups and local not-for-profit organisations in Devon to nominate projects in their area that...

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