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The results from the Devon County Council elections have been announced, revealing that the Conservatives have retained overall control with 38 seats, a net loss of 3 and a 35.6% share of the vote. The Lib Dems have 9 seats, a net loss of 4 and a 15.9% share. Labour have 7 seats (all of which are in Exeter), gaining 2 seats and a 13.3% share. UKIP won 4 seats for the first time, and a share...

13 local artists are showcasing their artwork in a new exhibition at the Council House in Plymouth.

Inspired by Plymouth based artist Martin Bush, councillors are allowing the Council House to be used to host a programme of exhibitions and talks to support the city’s creative economy.

Local artists submitted their work for selection by a cross party panel of councillors. 13...

The Plym Valley Connections Project is a partnership of local authorities, conservation organisations, including Devon Wildlife Trust, and land owners that have come together to coordinate enhancements to the Plym Valley.

The key ambitions of the project are to protect the rich built and natural heritage of the valley, enhance the ability of the landscape to support wildlife and...

To help kids tick off their list of 50 things to do before you’re 11¾ the staff and volunteers at Saltram, near Plympton, are launching a number of activities to do on the estate this Bank Holiday Monday, including pond dipping, bird watching, building dens, geo-caching and creating wild art.

In a bid to help children reconnect with nature, the National Trust has asked more than 1,...