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Devon father one step closer to completing world-first swim to raise awareness of son’s brain condition

A father from North Devon is set to complete the final six lakes in his bid to become the first person to swim Switzerland’s ten largest lakes after his young son was diagnosed with a rare brain-attacking condition PANDAS, that caused sudden onset aggression, OCD and tics overnight.

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Apple Weekend kicks off autumnal events at Buckland Abbey

Taking place on 7 & 8 October, visitors to the National Trust’s Buckland Abbey near Yelverton can learn about the historical apple varieties of the Tavy valley and take part in an array of autumnal activities at Buckland’s Apple Weekend.

Visitors will be able to find out more about Buckland Abbey’s history as a working estate, the heritage apple trees in the kitchen garden and...

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East Devon’s youngest councillor juggles A-Levels and elections

In May, 18 year-old Violet Bonetta was elected as East Devon District Council's youngest councillor, at the same time she was revising for her exams, and preparing to enter the world of work.

Violet has been a member of the Labour Party since she was 14, and after studying Politics at Exeter College, she knew she wanted to stand for election as soon as she was eligible. After...

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Coldharbour Field Kitchen recognised as Tripadvisor® 2023 Travellers’ Choice® award winner

Coldharbour Field Kitchen near Ottery St Mary has been recognised by Tripadvisor as a 2023 Travellers’ Choice award winner as one of the top restaurants worldwide.

This award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great traveller reviews on Tripadvisor over the last 12 months, placing these winners among the 10% of all listings on Tripadvisor globally.

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Tiverton rugby club scores try with RGB sponsorship boost

RGB Building Supplies is delighted to announce its renewed commitment to supporting local rugby clubs across the region, coinciding with the much-anticipated start of the Rugby World Cup.

To reinforce its dedication to nurturing grassroots talent and bolstering the local community it serves, RGB’s Tiverton branch is the corporate sponsor of two Tiverton RFC’s players – Matthew Hague...

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Former global CFO and CTO joins Foot Anstey LLP as Non-Executive Director

A versatile executive with global leadership experience at a Magic Circle legal giant and Big Four accounting firm is to join one of the UK’s fastest growing law firms as Non-Executive Director.

Foot Anstey LLP has appointed Jason Haines to support on the firm's next strategic period and ambitious growth goals from October 2023.

Jason has recently retired after a 16-year tenure...

Flapjackery opens at Fordmore Farm Shop, Cullompton

Flapjackery, renowned for crafting the finest gluten-free flapjacks in the UK, is delighted to announce the opening of its newest outlet at Fordmore Farm Shop near Cullompton.

Every flapjack at Flapjackery is a labour of love, individually handcrafted at their headquarters in Tavistock. A decadent array of mouthwatering flavours and toppings are added to a traditional flapjack base,...

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Get set for a Doggy Day Out at Exeter Racecourse

Canine event specialist A Doggy Day Out will bring the immensely popular Big Bark to Exeter Racecourse for the very first time on Saturday 7th October. The event was due to take place earlier in September but was sadly turfed by poor weather. Thanks to their dogged determination to create a fun day out for dog owning families locally, a new date is set, and everyone is keeping everything...

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A new sailing world record attempt gets underway from Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth

A new solo sailing, world record attempt got underway from Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth, on Thursday, 28th September. Polish sailor Arek Pawelek departed Mayflower Marina on the outward afternoon tide, cheered on by friends, family, and supporters as he set sail to attempt to singlehandedly circumnavigate the globe, non-stop and unassisted in his 5-metre yacht ‘Elblag’.

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Simon Jupp MP visits new Royal Marines Charity HQ at Lympstone Commando Training Centre

Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon, met with Simon Wright QGM, Chief Operating Officer of RMA - The Royal Marines Charity, at the Lympstone Commando Training Centre Royal Marines (CTCRM) on the 22nd of September to tour their new headquarters at The CHAMP Building.

The CHAMP Building was a £1.4 million project completed after 13 weeks of construction in July of this year. The funding to...

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Outstanding Devon vet recognised with prestigious BVA award

A Devon vet has been unveiled as the winner of the British Veterinary Association’s most prestigious scientific award at its annual Members’ Day, held yesterday (28 September) at Trades Hall in Glasgow.

The awards recognise the exceptional commitment, work and achievements of vets from across the profession and include the BVA Advancement of Veterinary Science Award (Dalrymple-...

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