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World Mental Health Day - University Centre South Devon graduate offers trauma therapy to front line service personnel

Tee Sliwinska, who has recently graduated from the University Centre South Devon with a BSc (Hons) in Social and Therapeutic Interventions says having counselling changed her life.

The former student strongly believes counselling has the potential to change lives and now has her own private practice to offer trauma therapy to front line service personnel.

“I want to...

Choir's weather-themed world premiere

Exeter Philharmonic Choir is preparing to begin its 2025/26 season with a very special musical first at Exeter Cathedral on Saturday 8 November - performing an ambitious new choral work called The Weather Book , written for the choir by one of the UK’s leading contemporary composers and highlighting Exeter’s unique status as the home of the UK’s Met Office.

The new work for soprano...

Steve darling MP Torquay holiday park for hospitality roundtable

Parkdean Resorts, the UK’s leading holiday park operator, recently welcomed Steve Darling, the Liberal Democrat MP for Torbay, along with representatives and members of UKHospitality, the leading trade body for hospitality, to Torquay Holiday Park.

The team took Mr Darling and his guide dog, Jennie on a tour of the park’s facilities, followed by a roundtable discussion between Mr...

Band at Rehearsal

Band has successful summer season

"East Devon DayTime Band successful 2025 summer season

The Band performed at 10 venues throughout East Devon and Exeter, from a churchyard to a vineyard, including

local Care Homes, VE Day commemorations, Retirement Homes, Parish Church Fete, Otterton Mill and Ikea Exeter.

At the Dalwood Vineyard Hospiscare Charity event, the band was transported to the playing site...

Devon’s Food and Drink Stars Shine at the 2025 Food Drink Devon Awards

Devon’s vibrant food and drink scene took centre stage on Monday 6th October as the 14th annual Food Drink Devon Awards shone a spotlight on the county’s finest. From award-winning producers and passionate hospitality businesses to specialist retailers, 470 guests gathered at Sandy Park, home of the Exeter Chiefs, to celebrate the very best of Devon’s thriving culinary community. During the...

Bideford Jigsaw Festival & Puzzle Making Competition

The first Bideford Jigsaw Puzzle Festival & Puzzle Making Competition was held at Bideford Pannier Market Hall on Sunday and was a big success. Hundreds of puzzles were on display and the puzzle making competition attracted entries from the local area and as far as Bristol.

The singles winner was James Nickells receiving the Stanley Cup, medal and a Wentworth wooden puzzle. His...

Dementia UK shares the signs and symptoms of dementia to look out for ahead of free clinics in the South-West

Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide branches in the South-West this November, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.

Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to families and...

Discover Dartmouth Like Never Before: Launch of Exclusive Illustrated Maps

Visitors and locals alike can now discover Dartmouth with a fresh perspective, thanks to the launch of a brand-new series of illustrated maps showcasing the town’s unique character, history, and charm.

The maps, created by Sian Ward Illustrations who is part of the Visit South Devon Marketing team, combine practical wayfinding with beautifully hand-drawn artwork, capturing Dartmouth’...

Devon headteacher marks World Mental Health Day with online students

Teachers and students at Queen’s Online School may not meet every day in a traditional classroom setting but they are uniting across the web to mark World Mental Health Day.

Every student and staff member will be proudly wearing yellow on October 10th and a special assembly will give teachers the opportunity to talk to students about mental health issues.

“Just because our...

Live theatre in the wilds of Dartmoor

This October, live theatre is coming right to the heart of Dartmoor. Jubilee Hall, Chagford, will host Wild - a powerful production created by Black Country Touring.

It’s a fitting location for a show that asks: what does “wild” mean to you? For some, it’s the crash of waves or the howl of a wolf. For others, it’s the wilderness on their doorstep or the untamed spark inside...

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