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Bonfire and Fireworks Halloween Special at Whimple Cricket Club

The hugely popular bonfire and fireworks night returns to Whimple Cricket Club on Saturday 1st November this year, with fireworks once again provided by award-winning Sonic Fireworks.

It’s set to be another great night of family fun. As well as the bonfire and fireworks display the...

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Plymouth Enjoys Financial Boost as Cruise Bookings Double

Plymouth ’s growing cruise business has seen bookings double, bringing in an extra £1.5million spend to the city this year.

That’s the figure gathered from the thousands of passengers and crew from the flotilla of ships visiting Britain’s Ocean City.

Industry data claims that on average Each cruise visitor spends around £90, however, Plymouth and the surrounding economy also...

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Police target shoplifters in Torquay in a successful operation

Police officers in Torquay are on a drive to target shoplifters in the town in a bid to increase reporting, improve safety for retail workers and deter criminals.

On Thursday 18 July, neighbourhood police officers carried out a targeted high visibility patrol across the town centre and surrounding areas. Officers called into shops on route, engaging with retailers so that officers...

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Healthy Living in Devon - Tips for a Vibrant Lifestyle

Living in Devon offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes, vibrant communities, and plenty of opportunities for a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a newcomer, embracing the local resources can help you lead a vibrant and fulfilling life.

Read on to discover some practical tips to help you make the most of what Devon has to offer!

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Community garden puts down roots in Broadclyst to fight food poverty in Exeter

A community garden project has received over £17,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest community funder in the UK, to grow fresh produce for food banks and food action initiatives in Exeter and the surrounding area.

Having seen many families experiencing food poverty first-hand, Rhiannon Alcock set up Devon Dig & Donate , a community growing project run by...

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Plymouth partnership aims to help more the 20,000 local people

A two-year partnership between Plymouth Energy Community (PEC) and Wales & West Utilities aims to provide help to more than 20,000 people across the city through a range of bespoke energy support measures.

Charity and social enterprise, PEC, has received nearly £1m of funding to tackle the rising issue of fuel poverty experienced by individuals and households across the city and...

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Action for Children launches new digital Family Hub service in Devon

More families in Devon will be able to access help and support following the launch of a dedicated Family Hub Advice Line and website , run by the charity Action for Children on behalf of Devon County Council.

Family Hubs are a new way of bringing together all the help a family may need in one place. It’s part of a transition in Devon from children’s centres, which supported families...

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Council invests in housing service’s future to ensure residents are safe and secure

The ten-million-pound investment will mean that East Devon District Council’s (EDDC) homes meet new housing regulations and safety standards introduced by the UK Government in April 2024.

Councillors discussed a report about the investment at EDDC’s Full Council meeting on Wednesday 17 July 2024.

Councillor Dan Ledger, EDDC’s Portfolio Holder for Sustainable Homes, and...

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Almost 100 new free training courses launched in Devon and Cornwall

Thousands of adults across Devon and Cornwall have the opportunity to learn new skills with almost 100 free Skills Bootcamp courses now on offer.

Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps has 2,000 places available for adults across the region who want to ‘upskill’, change careers or explore new opportunities.

The latest wave of Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps, delivered by Devon...

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Lorraine 'Woman of the Year' Lisa is heading for the British Transplant Games

Lisa Woodcock from Exmouth, who underwent a life-saving transplant, is gearing up to join hundreds of fellow transplant recipients at the British Transplant Games next month.

The 40 -year-old, who received a liver transplant two and a half years ago is heading to Nottingham with her husband, Justin, for the Games which take place from August 1 – 4. This will be the first time Lisa,...

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TV Historian & Rail Expert Backs South Devon Railway’s £3m Share Issue Campaign to Preserve Heritage Line

Popular TV presenter, historian and railway writer Tim Dunn visited South Devon Railway this week to help raise awareness of its £3 million share issue campaign aimed at safeguarding the heritage attraction’s long-term future.

Tim was guest speaker at the exclusive event hosted by SDR for current and prospective shareholders which outlined their crucial role in preserving this unique...

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