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The public vote for the next Plymouth Laureate of Words is now open for people to cast their vote online.

Plymouth has a rich history of literary connections and a burgeoning literature scene with a variety of writing groups and a welcoming community of live readers and performers.

Following Laura Horton’s successful term in the role, a shortlist of four exciting candidates...

Devon's picturesque towns and villages are a defining feature of the county. It doesn't matter if they're headed toward the north coast; Devon's communities all make for fantastic live-in or holiday locations. Each place offers a peaceful and stunning alternative to the other towns and tourist sites outside Devon.

Many fantastic locations in Devon double as the country's best places...

Landowners and communities in Devon are being reminded they have just over five weeks left to apply for this year’s free tree scheme .

Devon County Council is offering up to 50 free tree packs, each containing 45 native broadleaved trees and other items to support their planting and establishment.

The free tree initiative, which was first launched by the County Council as a...

A contestant on the BBC’s high-profile wedding reality show had to battle tragic family news as she planned the happiest day for couples. Yasmin Downing, from Plymouth, has revealed that she had to help arrange her beloved grandmother’s funeral at the same time she was competing with eight other hopefuls on the Ultimate Wedding Planner which launched last night. “It was devastating when my...