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​ Chief engineer receives special police award for helping keep Plymouth’s Safe Bus on the road

The Chief Engineer of Plymouth Citybus has been presented with a Chief Superintendent’s Certificate to mark his commitment and dedication in helping keep hundreds of people safe on nights out.

Neal Borbon and his team have played a vital role in the ongoing success of the Safe Bus in Plymouth's night-time economy. Neal went along to a special event recently and was presented with his...

Five stars for the Grand Western Canal

The Grand Western Canal Country Park has gained a five-star ‘Pride in Parks’ award. The prestigious award, from the Royal Horticultural Society’s Southwest in Bloom, showcases community involvement as well as recognising the standard of the park itself and praising the team of rangers and dedicated volunteers that maintain the 11 mile-long canal. Judging took place last summer, with the award...

Waterman does the locomotion

Pop Idol judge and legendary record producer of Kylie Minogue, Pete Waterman OBE DL, made a special visit to Pecorama this weekend to celebrate the 20th birthday of one of its most beloved locomotives, Claudine. Having first unveiled Claudine two decades ago, Waterman returned to lead a heartfelt rededication ceremony and take the locomotive on a celebratory lap of honour, on a day that was...

Memorial Service planned for Eddie Farwell

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life and work of Eddie Farwell, Co-Founder and retiring CEO of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), will take place at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 17 June 2025.

Eddie died on 27 March following a diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease and a private funeral was held shortly after his death. CHSW has organised a Memorial Service for Eddie, enabling the...

How the Devon Coast has Adapted to the Changes in Tourist Preferences

The UK’s coastline has long been a popular destination for Brits to enjoy short, cost-effective breaks from inland cities and towns, and to make the most of any good weather each year. This has made Devon exceedingly popular over the decades, thanks to the southern collection of coves, beaches, and waterways that make for a varied and relaxing setting.

Of course, to compete with the...

Butterfly Lodge team members at Awards Dinner with manager Clare Sinclair and deputy manager Sarah M

Butterfly Lodge wings its way to triple success at care awards

A Plymouth dementia nursing home has been announced as outright winner of three 'excellence' awards for its outstanding services at Plymouth City Council’s Celebrating Excellence in Care Awards 2025 .

The awards celebrate the contributions of dedicated adult social care workers and teams across care homes, supported living, day centres, and domiciliary care.

Clare Sinclair,...

Winning streak for Devon health and wellbeing charity Westbank Community Health and Care

An Exminster-based health and wellbeing charity is on a winning streak, having received Devon-wide recognition for the scope and impact of its work supporting local communities, hot on the heels of several other commendations.

Westbank Community Health and Care is delighted to have won the Community Champion award in the Devon Chamber Business Awards 2025. Chris Bloye, Westbank’s Head...

Discover the Incredible Wildlife of East Devon with the Countryside Team

Take part in fascinating events as part of the East Devon District Council Countryside team’s Wild East Devon’s events programme . From ‘Bat and Nightjar Walks’ and ‘Moth and Muffin Mornings’, there’s something for all nature and countryside enthusiasts.

The year-round Wild East Devon events programme provides residents and visitors with the chance to experience wildlife up-close....

Ambulance Service celebrates everyday heroes for Volunteers’ Week

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is proudly celebrating the everyday heroes behind its volunteer network during this year’s Volunteers’ Week (2–8 June) and recognising the exceptional impact they make in communities across the South West.

From responding to 999 calls and delivering patient care, to supporting hospital handovers and teaching lifesaving...

Thousands of trees to be planted in Broadclyst and Poltimore thanks to council-backed community project

Up to 3,000 trees will take root in Broadclyst and Poltimore thanks to matched funding from East Devon District Council and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Volunteers have already planted the first 150 trees, forming a new hedgerow at the upcoming Clyst Meadows Country Park near Broadclyst Station.

The project team is now looking for more land in Broadclyst and Poltimore...

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