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Cllr Paul Arnott re-elected as leader of EDDC

Councillor Paul Arnott has been re-elected as East Devon District Council Leader for seventh consecutive term.

The Leader spoke out about the challenge of delivering an ambitious programme of transformation against the backdrop of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Devon and...

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Be inspired by new nature trail at The Donkey Sanctuary this spring

As the hedgerows and walkways start to fill with primroses The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, Devon is bursting into spring, making it the perfect place for a family day out this Easter.

Alongside the friendly resident donkeys, The Donkey Sanctuary is also home to a host of native wildlife, and on the new nature-inspired trail, visitors will learn how they benefit the sanctuary herds...

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Sweet chestnut blight outbreak prompts swift action

Sweet chestnut blight has been confirmed in Devon, the Forestry Commission has said today (Thursday 26 March).

In response to the outbreak, the Forestry Commission has introduced restrictions on the movement of susceptible material in parts of South Devon from Thursday 2 April. These measures are designed to contain the disease and reduce the risk of further spread.

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Local housebuilder named as North Devon regatta sponsor

The developer behind the Abbotsham Park development in Bideford has been confirmed as one of the sponsors of the town’s prime summer event.

Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon has donated £1,000 to the Regatta as part of its Community Champions initiative, which seeks to support good causes and much-valued organisations and events across Britain. £700,000 is donated each year...

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Daughter laces up for the London Marathon in memory of her mum

Becky Bovey is clocking up the miles for Muscular Dystrophy UK , the leading charity for more than 110,000 children and adults in the UK living with one of over 60 muscle wasting and weakening conditions, at this year’s TCS London Marathon on Sunday 26 April.

Becky, from Paignton, Devon, will join more than 50,000 runners to complete the marathon. She is running in memory of her mum...

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The cider press welcomes hunts cider for an Easter weekend takeover

Plymouth's favourite cider pub hosts a celebration of Devon's finest with live music, free samples, prize giveaways, and exclusive app offers.

Plymouth, April 2026 - The Cider Press, Plymouth's beloved cider-themed pub, is set to host an exciting Hunts Cider Takeover this Easter Weekend, bringing the very best of Devon's cider-making tradition to the heart of the city.

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Devon Nursing Home Brings Smiles Through Learning

A recent session at Hatherleigh Nursing Home, based in Okehampton, brought team members together with a local professional, as Nicole from Torrington Dental Surgery led an informal talk focused on the importance of oral care.

Eight team members from across the home were invited to take part, including Care Assistants, Care Practitioners, House Leads and Registered Nurses. The mix of...

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Police praise Plymouth pubs-goers for saying no to drugs

A drug sniffer dog assisted police as part of a proactive operation to detect drugs in pubs in the city last week.

On Tuesday 10 March, Police drugs dog Jasper joined a team of 10 officers, police community support officers and special constables to search for drugs in Plymouth pubs.

The operation saw the team visit six pubs in the city, carrying out multiple searches....

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Devon housebuilder receives green light for 126-home development

Local housebuilder set to bring 126 new homes to Tiverton

A local housebuilder has been given the green light for an exciting new development in Tiverton.

Work is set to begin at Barratt’s Blundell's Grange development with planning now officially granted for 124 private and affordable new homes.

Blundell’s Grange will comprise of one, two, three, four and five-bedroom homes from the award-winning developer, Barratt Homes, offering...

Bovey Castle deliver £350k investment in luxury lodges

Two luxury lodges on Dartmoor have undergone a £350,000 investment ahead of what is being tipped as a popular year for staycations, according to new research.

The two luxury self-catering lodges, which are part of five-star resort Bovey Castle, have undergone significant refurbishment to cater for up to eight people in each, and are now open for bookings.

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Providing support for children and families who struggle during the school holidays.

Plymouth customers can support families facing financial difficulties during the Easter school holidays by picking up an extra bag to put through the checkout at Tesco stores.

The donation bags, which cost between £2 and £5, are pre-packed with healthy long life food items. They will be available at large Tesco stores in and around Plymouth during the Easter break (30 March 30 to 12...

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