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Celebrating Devon’s best: Entries open for the 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards

The countdown has begun as entries officially open for the highly anticipated 2026 Food Drink Devon Awards. Following the resounding success of last year’s event, the awards once again promise to celebrate the very best food and drink Devon has to offer, from artisan producers and innovative...

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Devon food giant doing the right thing for those in need

Devon’s leading food entrepreneur has urged other manufacturers to join him to help tackle the continuing food insecurity crisis gripping UK households.

The owner of 2 Sisters Food Group’s Willand factory, Ranjit Singh Boparan, has signalled his intention to increase food donations from his food manufacturing empire following his announcement last November to work in partnership with...

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Cofton’s American Car Show Returns To Dawlish This June

Cruise down to Cofton Holidays near Dawlish for the annual American Car Show from the 21st - 23rd June 2024. 3500 visitors will enjoy the weekend festival, with the chance to see over 200 different classic American cars including Mustangs, Cadillacs, Chevrolets, Pontiacs, Buicks and Jeeps.

The biggest American Car Show in the South West, the event is now in its 7th year, and has...

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BAM Construction appointed to deliver first phase of Our Future Hospital Programme at North Devon District Hospital

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has appointed BAM Construction to deliver the first phase of a major redevelopment programme at North Devon District Hospital.

Known as Our Future Hospital, the project will upgrade the hospital’s facilities for staff and patients alike, so that the Trust can deliver more modern, integrated healthcare which meets the current and...

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Devon Air Ambulance to host volunteering taster sessions as part of The Big Help Out, 2024

Devon Air Ambulance will once more join the nation by taking part in The Big Help Out. The charity is inviting members of the community to take part in a volunteer taster session at one of three Devon locations.

Last May, an incredible 6 million people took part in with The Big Help Out, coming together to lend a hand in their local communities to experience how rewarding...

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Willand School Fayre has a touch of magic thanks to local housebuilder

A local housebuilder worked its magic to ensure that children at the Willand School Spring Fayre were spellbound.

Bellway South West, which is building 125 new homes at Fox Mill Gardens in the village, donated £400 to pay for a magician to entertain the youngsters at the free event.

Devon-based magician Ian Symons whose stage name is Ozzy D and who is a member of the Magic...

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Sidmouth police officers help Rainbows group get their latest badge

Officers from Sidmouth Neighbourhood Police Team recently had the honour of assisting a local Rainbows group in earning their police badge.

The children had a lovely time meeting PC Tom Driver and Police Community Support Officer Sarah Reece and they even got to see a police car up close with blue flashing lights.

The group also had the chance to try on some of the police...

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H&M to add home collection to offering at Drake Circus

Global retailer, H&M, is set to add its H&M HOME concept to its store at Drake Circus following a refit which started earlier this month.

The refurbishment is expected to be fully complete in June, with the store remaining open to customers for the full duration.

The work will give the store a fresh new look and feel for the brand, and create space for the introduction...

Sunflowers set to provide positivity for Poltimore House

Local historic homes supporting one another to preserve Devon’s countryside attractions.

Powderham Castle will be providing everything you need to plant a seed of positivity this spring, to support the resurrection of Poltimore House. Fittingly chosen, Sunflowers are a symbol of positivity, happiness and good fortune, standing tall in adversity.

Volunteers from both historic...

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New trading card marketplace Ungraded announces pre-launch auctions to showcase game-changing 3D imaging technology

Ungraded unveils five weekly pre-launch auction drops, from 31st May 2024.
Showstopper card to star in each drop, including 1st Edition Base Set Charizard in week 1.
Wild Card winner prizes on offer each week.

Ungraded , the revolutionary new marketplace for ‘raw’ cards, has announced that it will be running a series of on-off auction drops ahead of...

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English Riviera's Spectacular Airshow Returns

Prepare for an exhilarating display of aerial prowess as the English Riviera's much-anticipated Airshow returns on 01 - 02 June 2024. Set against the stunning backdrop of the South Devon coastline, this year's event promises to be bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever before.

From gravity-defying stunts to precision formations, the Airshow will feature a dynamic line-up of...

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