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The History of Gambling in Devon: From Pub Slots to Online Platforms

Devon has come a long way from wagers at the pub to the pervasive reach of online casino platforms. The change mirrors a fascinating journey that borders societal shifts, technological advancements, and an evolving regulatory framework.

Netizens are quickly turning to online casino...

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New Wedmore age-exclusive homes snapped up fast – already 70% sold

Specialist developer of luxurious homes for the over 55s, Blue Cedar Homes, has confirmed the levels of interest in its newly launched, small collection of new homes in central Wedmore are significantly higher than the homebuilder anticipated.

The 1.8-acre development, named Holden Gardens, comprises a mix of 10 detached, 2- and 3-bedroom generously proportioned homes which are located...

Stagecoach SW announce a redesigned bus network

Stagecoach South West have announced today that following a comprehensive review of their network, from Sunday 30th October 2022 there will be a number of changes to bus timetables in the South West.

Changes mainly affect Exeter and outlying areas and North Devon. There are also a couple of minor changes in Plymouth and Torbay.

These changes will enable the company to focus...

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First look at the new Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club by New Space Architecture

The impressive new clubhouse for Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club, designed by Devon-based firm, New Space Architecture, has sailed through planning permission and began construction in September 2022. The replacement clubhouse will be situated in a new location at Janey’s field, Budleigh Salterton following its previous home at Ottermouth which has been subject to seasonal flooding for years...

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Groundworks start on Council’s Housing Stock New Builds

Mid Devon District Council has started work on another development, to add to its increasing number of council-owned homes for local people.

Groundworks have started at Beech Road in Tiverton, with work due to be finished in Spring 2023, while the building work at Siddalls Gardens, Tiverton is nearing completion.

Two, one bedroom flats are being built at Siddalls Gardens...

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Find your dream job at Tiverton Jobs Fair

Those looking for employment are being invited to The Jobs Fair at the Pannier Market in Tiverton.

The event on Wednesday, October 5 takes places between 10am and 1pm and offers a chance to meet local businesses and hear about the career opportunities they have for you.

This free event is designed to help local residents looking for employment and support businesses with...

Free support for South West businesses to boost resilience

As the cost of living crisis continues to impact the prices of energy, fuel and commodities, local businesses across Devon, Somerset, Plymouth and Torbay are being urged to make the most of available support to boost their resilience.

The Heart of the South West Growth Hub offers free, impartial, expert business advice, and has a range of programmes and grants available to help...

Veterans Family Day returns to Plymouth after three years

Recently, local charity Improving Lives Plymouth hosted a Family Day for former veterans and their families. The event was funded by Annington, the company responsible for refurbishing former MOD properties on Holmwood Avenue in Plymstock, and took place in the organisation’s sister building on Mannamead Road, where all 83 attendees, including the Plymouth Fire Service, local Police Officers...

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Public Health Nursing launches online support and guidance for young people and parents

Devon County Council Public Health Nursing has launched two new websites to provide primary and secondary school age children and their parents or carers with health and wellbeing advice.

The websites have been developed with Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust and include national advice as well as relevant information about Devon services.

They have interactive elements...

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Therapeutic horticultural programme to aid cancer patients’ recovery

Cancer patients and those recovering from cancer treatment are now able to take part in a horticultural healing programme, being offered by the Mustard Tree Macmillan Cancer Support Centre at Derriford Hospital.

The community-based gardening therapy group, Blooming Well, is a new initiative for patients with a cancer diagnosis to promote wellbeing and aid their recovery. The Mustard...

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UK Tech Training business teams up with Premier League football star to deliver funded tech training to Somerset and Dorset

BIT Training, has today announced their partnership with ex-Premier League football player Brian Deane to deliver free IT and Cyber Security training, as part of the government-funded Skills Bootcamps initiative.

The scheme is run by Somerset County Council and Dorset County Council, under the Skills for Life programme, and funded by the Department for Education’s National Skills Fund...

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