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Exmouth Good Afternoon Choir free admission concert

On Tuesday 7 July Exmouth Good Afternoon Choir invite you to join them in Holy Trinity Church, Exmouth at 1.00-2.00pm for a Free Admission concert followed by refreshments. There will be a retiring collection in aid of Devon Air Ambulance.

Exmouth Good Afternoon Choir is part of a family of 26 fun and friendly, Mixed-voice Community Good Afternoon Choirs with over 1,000 singers who “...

New police team to double down on crime and antisocial behaviour in East Cornwall

A new police team has been established to work closely with communities, focusing on the issues affecting local people, such as antisocial behaviour (ASB).

The Neighbourhood Support Team (NST) is made up of six PCs and a Sergeant who provide an increased policing presence in neighbourhoods to reassure communities, deter offenders and prevent crime.

The team will be deployed...

The inaugural Edward Capern Festival took place on Devon Day in Heanton Punchardon

Success of debut Edward Capern Festival and 'Postman Poet' competition

Devon’s first Edward Capern Festival honouring the ‘Postman Poet of North Devon’ looks set to become an annual event in the village of Heanton Punchardon, following its successful launch on Devon Day (Thursday, 4 June 2026).

The two-day festival, sponsored by Devon CPRE, the charity that works to protect and celebrate Devon’s countryside, resulted in a sell-out first night of poetry...

Devon MP Sir Geoffrey Cox addresses a public meeting in Torrington about the proposed Devon Data Cen

Incredulity at plans for a massive AI data centre in the Devon countryside

Devon CPRE and residents in the north of the county have reacted with incredulity this week as details have emerged about proposals for an 850-acre AI data campus, together with associated battery storage, on farmland between Great Torrington, Huntshaw and Weare Giffard.

The proposals were presented by Xlinks, the company behind the stalled Morocco-UK Power Project, at a public meeting...

Staff standing with new refurbished laptops for pupils

Log On to Learning- Refurbished Laptops for Local Pupils

Devon Contract Waste (DCW) was delighted to be able to donate refurbished laptops to Littletown Primary Academy in Honiton, ensuring every child has access to the digital resources they need to learn and succeed.

DCW operates ReTech- a sustainable disposal option for data baring items delivered in partnership with Blackmore UK. Re-Tech gives a new lease of life to unwanted devices,...

Torbay Street Pastors thank police for vital funding to help support safe nights out

Torquay Neighbourhood Police Team has secured £3,000 from the Home Office hotspot policing fund to support the important work of Torbay Street Pastors as they continue to help people who are on a night out.

The money, from a government problem solving fund, will be used by the small charity to buy essential supplies to keep their van stocked with important items such as water, hot...

East Meets West as Oddfellows Sunday Lunches Bring Friendship to the Table

Members from Plymouth, East Cornwall and West Cornwall connect through food, friendship and technology at simultaneous Sunday gatherings.

Members of the Oddfellows Friendly Society from Plymouth and East Cornwall recently gathered for a Sunday lunch at Boringdon Golf Club in Plymouth, while members from West Cornwall enjoyed a simultaneous lunch at Wheal Dream near Helston.

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Westbank's Katie Elliott, centre, with the supportive team at Nettl

Westbank at 40 supports 40,000 people and celebrates with a new fundraising campaign

Westbank Community Health and Care is marking its 40th anniversary with a milestone achievement - supporting 40,000 Devonians on their journey to improved health, wellbeing and community connection.

During a celebratory year for the award-winning charity, Westbank is providing a lifeline to more people than ever before through a diverse range of community-based services. These include...

Brass Bands Unite for Free Music Festival and Global Live Stream

Bandamonium Devon 2026: 30 Brass Bands Unite for Massive Free Music Festival and Global Live Stream, 24th-26th July 2026.

Sponsored by Geneva Instruments Devon’s premier brass music celebration, Bandamonium, returns this year with its biggest lineup to date, featuring 30 spectacular brass bands in a day of non-stop musical performances. In a passionate commitment to keeping live music...

Margaret Green Animal Rescue Appoints Joanna Tiffin as New Chief Executive

Margaret Green Animal Rescue (MGAR) is delighted to announce the appointment of Joanna Tiffin as its new Chief Executive.

Joanna brings more than 15 years of senior leadership experience across values-driven and mission-led organisations, including the NHS, adult social care and the not-for-profit sector. Her career has been built on connecting government, business and charitable...

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