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Residents in Sidmouth have been thanked for their patience and cooperation by Devon County Council following the completion of work on the culvert under Woolbrook Road. The top of the culvert had to be replaced after a routine inspection identified concerns with its condition that had led to cracking on the road surface. Work started in March with a temporary road closure to remove the...

Following a remarkable 52 years membership of the Oddfellows Friendly Society, Peter English from Redruth has been awarded the internationally recognised Unity Meritorious Service Jewel, one of very few such awards made in recent years with only eight people worldwide currently alive holding the prestigious decoration.

Following a lengthy formal nomination process, the award was...

Over the past couple of years I have been advocating for families living with dementia in addition to leading the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance.

I have witnessed family carers on their knees at crisis point, desperate, isolated with overwhelming feelings of helplessness.

At times I have felt useless, but having immersed myself into the world of dementia over the past...

As part of Great Big Green Week (8 -16 June), Castle Drogo are offering a free Shuttle Bus service on selected dates, between Okehampton and the Castle, with visitors able to claim a free hot drink in the café if they use the service.

Busses will run on: Saturday 8, Monday 10, Wednesday 12, Friday 14 and Saturday 15 of June 2024.

On Saturdays, starting from Okehampton train...