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Torquay United and South Devon College "kick off" new partnership

Torquay United Football Club and South Devon College have announced a new partnership to create fresh opportunities for both football development and education in the region.

This collaboration sees South Devon College become the official ‘Youth and Education’ partner of Torquay United, a National League South club underlining a shared commitment to nurturing young talent and...

Plympton Academy secures victory in Devon's Battle of the Bands!

Plympton Academy students have won the fiercely contested Devon Secondary Schools Battle of the Bands competition, organised by the Devon & Torbay Music Education Hubs.

Following their impressive performance in the regional heats earlier this month, the academy's band, 'The Zombies,' clinched the top spot, earning them a spot in the final showdown at Bomba in Exeter on Thursday...

Mid Devon Good Afternoon Choir present a funraising concert in Crediton

The popular Mid Devon Good Afternoon Choir will present a charity fundraising concert at Crediton Congregational Church on Saturday evening July 20 at 7.30pm (doors open 7.00pm).

The choir is led by Jon Rawles with over 30 enthusiastic members who are busy preparing their programme for the concert which will support the charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.

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City experts set to shine at bumper event to mark Plastic Free July®

A day of special events at The Box on Saturday 13 July will bring a range of local experts from across the city together to mark Plastic Free July®.

Inspired by the venue’s popular Planet Ocean exhibition, the aim of the day is to raise awareness about the challenges we face due to plastic pollution, but also inspire hope and signpost people to simple changes they can introduce in...

Celebrating a double win at the Junior Legal Awards

Two young lawyers from The Family Law Company ’s Plymouth office are celebrating after receiving impressive legal awards.

Tamar Braddon and Kay Bowring were recognised in the Plymouth Junior Lawyer Awards, announced during the Plymouth JLD ‘Fire and Ice’ Ball held at the Crowne Plaza on June 28.

Tamar was named Legal Aid Champion. Tamar, who joined The Family Law Company in...

Local businesses support campaign to ‘Show Violence Against Women and Girls the Red Card’

Local women’s charity, Trevi, is delighted to extend its deepest thanks to the generous sponsors who have played a pivotal role in the success of their ‘Show Violence Against Women and Girls the Red Card’ campaign. Their support has allowed the charity to amplify its important message, reach a wider audience, and promote impactful change in the fight against gender-based violence.

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Important update for postal voters

Residents in the East Devon area concerned about delays affecting postal voting in the UK General Election are urged to read the following guidance.

Postal votes for the two constituencies that cover the whole East Devon area ( Exmouth and Exeter East , and Honiton and Sidmouth ) were despatched on:

  • 14 June to overseas electors
  • 18 June to voters living in
  • ...

More than survival for Bear Grylls Gone Wild Festival

Gone Wild Festival with Bear Grylls thrives amidst industry challenges as sell-out beckons for both venues.

Bear Grylls’ Gone Wild Festival is returning this year with two incredible locations: Holkham Hall in Norfolk (8-11th August) and Powderham Castle in Devon (22-25th August) with only 250 family tickets left for the ultimate family adventure.

The festival industry has...

Allison Homes South West secures second phase at popular High Moor View development in Winkleigh

Local housebuilder Allison Homes South West has acquired the second phase of its High Moor View development in Winkleigh. This phase will add an additional 75 new homes to the community, featuring 52 two, three and four-bedroom properties for private sale, along with 23 much-needed affordable homes for the community.

These homes will help meet the area's housing needs and encourage...

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