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Plympton mum earns GB spot

A Plympton mum has secured a place on the Great Britain Veterans Judo Squad, less than two years after undergoing a total hip replacement.

Kylie Adams, 39, won gold at the British Veterans Judo Championship in Walsall this month, securing her spot on the GB team for the World...

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Growth journey continues for IMP Software, as MAT finance experts prepare to celebrate fifth anniversary

IMP Software, market-leading specialists in budgeting, forecasting and reporting software for Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), has reported another sensational year of growth as the firm prepares to celebrate its fifth anniversary next month.

The company, which has locations in Exeter and Peterborough, ended 2023 working with 370 MATs, including 57% of large trusts (MATs with 15+ schools)...

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2024 at Theatre Royal Plymouth

Theatre Royal Plymouth are ready to kickstart 2024 and this year will see a wide range of exciting and spectacular shows, including Disney’s Aladdin , the magical Life of Pi, the new production of Wizard of Oz and the enchanting ballet, The Sleeping Beauty .

2024 will also see two huge TRP co-productions in The Artist and The Devil Wears Prada , which are not to be missed!

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East Devon Daytime Band Serenades Sundial Care Home

Sundial Care Home recently experienced a day filled with laughter, joy, and heartwarming melodies as the East Devon Daytime Band paid a visit to perform for the residents, who the home fondly refer to as Family Members. The power of music to uplift spirits and create a sense of community was on full display, creating a heartwarming experience for everyone involved.

The atmosphere at...

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Planning approved for new retirement apartments and cottages in Exmouth

After a successful planning appeal, Churchill Retirement Living has been granted planning permission to build 54 brand new independent living retirement apartments and 6 retirement living cottages at a site on Fore Street, Exmouth. The new development will bring a thriving new community to the heart of town, contributing around £465k a year to the local economy and supporting over 100 jobs...

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Theatre Royal Plymouth’s creative collaboration marks culmination of a decade with Diverse City

Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) and creative partner Diverse City have hosted a weeklong inclusive residency for community members to mark ten years of working together, as well as celebrating a decade of TRP’s Funky Llama project.

Focusing on aerial and circus skills, the Creative Residency 2023 invited participants from TRP community groups Funky Llama, Our Space, Acting Up, Diverse...

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Funding confirmed for improved coastal defences in Sidmouth

The Sidmouth and East Beach coastal defence scheme has been fully approved by the Environment Agency, with £16million of funding from the UK Government.

The £20million project will protect 113 residential and 70 commercial properties from the risks of sea flooding and cliff erosion. East Devon District Council (EDDC) will provide £2.25million of already approved funds, with...

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Devon's Bovey Castle celebrates Green Tourism accreditation

A Devon hotel has been recognised for its green credentials after achieving a coveted Green Tourism award.

Bovey Castle has been awarded ‘Silver’ in the Green Tourism awards, which recognises the commitment of tourism businesses which are working to become more sustainable and are acknowledged worldwide as an indicator of strong environmentally-friendly practices.

The 5 AA Red...

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Housebuilder supports food pantry providing Christmas hampers to families in Willand

A food pantry which fundraises so that families in need in Willand can enjoy a festive dinner on Christmas Day has received a £300 donation from housebuilder Bellway.

The Willand Food Network – The Pantry holds coffee mornings, afternoon tea parties, and village sales so that it can pay for items to provide Christmas hampers.

The money donated by Bellway, which is building...

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Local developer supports student efforts to make city life safer

The housebuilder behind Plymouth’s Palmerston Heights and Saltram Meadows developments have donated significant funds to the city’s student-run night patrol team.

Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon presented Plymouth Night Patrol with their £2,500 cheque on Union Street in the city centre as they began their work on Wednesday (13th).

The award-winning and life-saving...

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Project to upgrade Entrance and facilities at RHS Rosemoor to temporarily affect parking

Work to renovate the Welcome facilities at RHS Rosemoor will commence in the New Year and will run until the end of March. The project will greatly improve accessibility as well as upgrade the welcome facilities in the Visitor Centre.

The scale of this project will require the closure of the main Visitor Entrance for the duration - access to the gardens and temporarily relocated...

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