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The toys and hampers were delivered to 50 local families

Westbank delivers 50 Christmas hampers to local families with the help of the business community

Businesses in and around Exeter have rallied to help the Exminster-based charity Westbank Community Health and Care to deliver 50 hampers to support local families this Christmas. A huge donation of children’s toys were a last minute addition to the food hampers - a special donation from Cars...

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Cranbrook manager completes the biggest half marathon in the world

A co-operative store manager braved the scorching heat to complete the Great North Run to raise money for a charity close to his and his wife's heart - the Miscarriage Association.

On Sunday 10 September, Paul Richards, from Taunton, completed the 13.1-mile run in just three hours.

Paul's motivation for taking part in the run comes from a desire to give back to the charity...

Austin Farm Academy - small school with big heart triumphs in latest Ofsted

Proud, resilient, and respectful – Austin Farm Academy started the Autumn term with a definite spring in its step sharing news of its ‘Good’ Ofsted rating.

Austin Farm Academy, part of Westcountry Schools Trust in the heart of Plymouth, has undergone a remarkable transformation, securing an overall ‘Good’ rating in their most recent Ofsted inspection published September 19, 2023....

L to R, Jordan Mace, Managing Director of Salcombe Brewery Co., Neil Garrick-Maidment, Founder of The Seahorse Trust, Sam Beaman, Head Brewer of Salcombe Brewery Co.

Salcombe Brewery Co. Announces Donation to The Seahorse Trust

Salcombe Brewery Co. is delighted to announce that it has just given over £2000 to The Seahorse Trust, which has been raised through donations for every bottle sold of its Seahorse beer.

Jordan Mace, Managing Director of Salcombe Brewery Co. explains: “The surrounding coastal environment has always been hugely important to Salcombe Brewery Co. The Salcombe Estuary is one of the few...

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New roles at The Donkey Sanctuary will help reach more donkeys

International animal welfare charity The Donkey Sanctuary has announced the appointment of two key new Executive Director roles that will help drive its recently launched five-year organisational strategy and reach more donkeys in need across the globe.

Niall Duffy joins the organisation as Executive Director of Policy and Profile, and Cheryl Martin has been appointed Executive...

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Fire door awareness events in Exmouth and Sidmouth could help save lives

East Devon District Council's (EDDC) Communities team has arranged events in Exmouth and Sidmouth to highlight the importance of fire doors and the role they play in protecting lives and properties.

Knowing the 5-step check of what to look out for and what to do if you spot a problem with a fire door, might prevent fatalities in the event of a fire.

Fire Door Safety Week...

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Never Out of Mind service of remembrance

A service of remembrance is being held to remember and honour all those who have given their lives in public duty.

Being organised by the Honiton based charity, The Bastion Baton Trust - known as ‘The Baton', the occasion will include a role call, lighting of candles and time for quiet reflection of those who are loved and lost.

It will be held at East Devon Crematorium on...

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Towering sunflower takes top spot in Otter Garden Centres' competition

A green-fingered youngster from Ottery St Mary has been named the outright winner of Otter Garden Centres ’ sunflower growing competition.

5 year-old Lucy Randall’s sunflower grew to an incredible 4.48 metres – that’s taller than a double decker bus!

Asked how she managed to grow to the monster plant, Lucy said that after planting the sunflower seeds in pots using compost from...

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Branscombe blacksmith forges ahead with fifth national champion win

Simon Hall, tenant blacksmith at the National Trust’s Branscombe Forge in Devon has been crowned as the National live forging champion for the fifth year in a row.

His traditionally made Trivet (a metal stand that is placed on a dining table to support a hot dish) also won him the title of Reserve Champion in the British Blacksmithing Championships.

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Energy voucher scheme for Devon households this winter

As the winter months loom on the horizon, many people in Devon are concerned about how they will meet their energy bills as the cost of living crisis continues to bite.

Citizens Advice is launching a new campaign to encourage take-up of the Energy Relief Scheme, which can provide up to £100 towards meeting energy bills for those struggling to pay their supplier.

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