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Seaton Wetlands Welcomes BBC Countryfile!

East Devon District Council’s Countryside Team recently hosted the BBC’s Countryfile team at Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve for two days of filming.

Presenters Sammi Kinghorn and Matt Baker visited the council-owned and managed reserve to learn about its biodiversity and the important...

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Liz King Appointed as Executive Director, Producing & Programming at Theatre Royal Plymouth

Theatre Royal Plymouth have announced Liz King as their new Executive Director, Producing & Programming in the theatres latest move in its creative renewal programme.

Liz King joins TRP from The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh where she is Director of Producing. During her tenure at the Lyceum Liz has overseen numerous productions including the award-winning production of Life is...

Ambulance service issues further appeal to the public ahead of industrial action

The South Western Ambulance Service is again urging the public to think carefully before dialling 999 during industrial action on Wednesday (11 January) and to only call if it is a life threatening or life altering emergency.

The Trust wishes to thank its people and NHS partners for their support during the previous industrial action, and to also thank the public for their support in...

Council Tax could double for owners of second home or unoccupied buildings in East Devon

A move to double Council Tax for the owners of second homes and charge double rates for empty homes after one year instead of two was agreed by East Devon District Council’s (EDDC) Cabinet.

The final decision on the changes will be made at EDDC’s next full council meeting on 22 February, with an aim of introducing the charges from 1 April 2024.

These changes are subject to...

There’s always time for a cuppa with Exeter, Mid & East Devon Samaritans 

The local branch of Samaritans is encouraging people across Exeter and East Devon to reach out to someone they care about for a cuppa and a catch up for Brew Monday - that’s January 16, the third Monday of January.

Volunteers from the branch will be out in force, with tea bags and cups, at six stations in the area: Exeter St David’s, Exeter Central, Exmouth, Dawlish, Tiverton Parkway...

Houseplant parents: Move pots towards bright windows in winter

Looking after your houseplant during the height of winter isn't the easiest - freezing temperatures are the norm and sunlight has become a luxury. Houseplant parents are being advised to move their plants towards brighter windows, and away from areas including above a radiator, or near a fire.

With sales of houseplants in the UK growing 50% last year* compared to pre-pandemic in 2019...

Time is running out to have your say on future developments in East Devon's Local Plan consultation

The deadline to have your say on how much building takes place in East Devon from now until 2040 is fast approaching – East Devon District Council's (EDDC) Local Plan consultation ends on Sunday, 15 January!

Thousands of people have already commented on proposals in the new draft Local Plan including on how many new homes need to be built and where. The consultation seeks views on...

Aldi announces jobs push in Devon

Aldi is recruiting new colleagues in Devon as a result of its continued expansion in the area.

In a welcome boost to the local economy, the UK’s fastest growing supermarket is currently recruiting for 20 store roles, including Store Assistants.

Aldi is looking to hire for these roles at its Newton Abbot store in Devon.

As the UK’s best paying supermarket, from 1...

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New Year, New Adventure - as a Puppy Raiser for Guide Dogs!

With the start of the New Year comes the first days of new beginnings, new adventures and new experiences. This year, why not do something really special? When we say volunteering for Guide Dogs is life changing, we’re not just talking about the people we’ll support. You’ll gain new skills; build confidence you never knew you had and have amazing experiences that you genuinely couldn’t find...

Tiverton builders merchant giving away wood

The Tiverton branch of RGB Building Supplies is offering excess wood to the local community for free.

The branch has a number of damaged wooden pallets that can be broken down, as well as off-cuts of timber, which people are welcome to collect and use as firewood or to complete projects.

Paul Hague, Branch Manager at RGB Tiverton, commented:

“The wood is perfectly...

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