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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....

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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Applications open for three £50,000 donations for charities helping young people into work

The Persimmon Charitable Foundation is running its open application programme for a second year, with an increased funding pot of £300,000 available for registered charities that support employability among young people.

The first funding round opens on Monday, 2nd March – with three £50,000 donations available for UK-based projects focused on children and young people aged 14-25,...

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Local community helps plant a new woodland

A new woodland has been planted at Stover Country Park as part of the Restoring Stover Park project, supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

The three-year project was recently completed, having restored historic features, improved Stover Lake, upgraded paths and trails, and delivered new and improved facilities. The biodiverse woodland, which has been established with the...

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