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Coronation weekend at Butterfly Lodge

At specialist dementia care home Butterfly Lodge in Plymouth staff pulled out all the stops to give residents a royally great Coronation weekend.

Deputy manager, Sarah McCaffrey said: "The weather was no problem because our 'street party' took place indoors.

"Lots of family and friends came along too, and we had live music, dancing, themed party games and a buffet fit for a...

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Pete Tong Brings a Slice of the Coronation to Powerdham Castle

Pioneering DJ & Presenter, Pete Tong, promises to recreate a slice of the King's Coronation when he comes to Exeter this Summer.

As Brit DJ, presenter and broadcaster, Pete Tong MBE, prepares to play for King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Coronation Celebration Concert, he promises to recreate a slice of that coronation moment when he brings Ibiza Classics to Powerham Castle on 28...

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Vodafone announces 3G switch off from June

Following successful switch off pilots across Plymouth and Basingstoke in February 2023, Vodafone has announced its plans to start switching off the remainder of its UK 3G network from June 2023.

The decision to switch off 3G – which is in line with all UK mobile network operators* – will see 3G coverage gradually phased out and replaced by strengthened 4G and 5G services, meaning...

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Arts Council of England Chief Executive visits cultural venues in North Devon

On Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 May, the Area Council to Northern Devon from the Arts Council England will be visiting a range of local cultural venues, including the Burton at Bideford’s Art Gallery and Museum, sampling some of the cultural delights on offer.

The visit by Arts Council representatives, to include Chief Executive Darren Henley, comes on the back of the special financial...

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New bus services launched with improvement plan funding

A new bus service has been launched and another has had its route extended to connect more local communities in Devon. Thanks to funding awarded to Devon County Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plan by the Department for Transport, the new X30 service has been launched from Seaton to Exeter, and the 85 from Tavistock to Barnstaple has undergone enhancements. The X30 Exeter Express Service is...

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South Western Railway outlines services during industrial action in May

SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) has outlined its services during industrial action on Friday 12, Saturday 13 and between Monday 15 and Saturday 20 May.

On Friday 12 May a nationwide strike by ASLEF union members will affect SWR’s network-wide depot drivers, who bring trains in and out of service, as well as drivers on the Island Line.

Contingency timetables are still to be...

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EDDC welcomes Villages in Action's successful funding bid from Arts Council England

Villages in Action has announced new funding from Arts Council England to continue enriching Devon communities through engagement in the arts.

East Devon District Council (EDDC) welcomes Villages in Action's announcement that it has successfully secured new funding from Arts Council England. This funding will enable the continuation of Villages in Action's highly successful rural...

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Allison Homes launches show home in North Tawton

Premium Devon housebuilder, Allison Homes, has announced its showhome at its Weavers Place development in North Tawton will launch on 20 May.

This exclusive development offers 65 brand new homes with 39 being private, ranging from three-and four-bedroom homes from £319,995.

Weavers Place embodies rural modern living, benefiting from North Tawton's warm community spirit and...

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Everyman launches in Plymouth

Plymouth welcomes luxury cinema to much-loved Royal William Yard

Everyman is proud to announce the launch of its 41st venue located in Britain's Ocean City, Plymouth. Located in South West England, Plymouth is a vibrant and ambitious maritime city. The luxurious cinema will be located in Plymouth’s historic Royal William Yard, a much-loved location surrounded by water, which offers...

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Art Competition is Just Purrfect for All

Local artist Alyson Cadd Harlington is one of the organisers of a national art competition that hopes to stimulate interest in the arts, whilst raising funds for Ferne Animal Sanctuary near Chard, a remarkable charity set up in WW2.

The subjects for the Cat Portrait Artist of the Year competition are the cats owned by the 2 celebrities involved in the competition – Fearne Cotton,...

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