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New nature trail launched at Grand Western Canal

A new nature trail alongside the Grand Western Canal has been officially launched today (Tuesday 7 April).

The launch event, led by Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Biodiversity Councillor Jacqi Hodgson, took place during an Easter fun day...

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Devon public urged to back local charity in chase for £5,000

A Devon community group has called on the county’s residents to back its quest to win top prize in a nationwide competition – and with it £5,000.

Punk Against Poverty CIC is one of 12 finalists from around the UK going before a public vote in the Selco Community Heroes competition, which attracted nearly 2,000 entries.

Leading builders merchants Selco Builders Warehouse –...

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Expanding Exeter firm of lawyers Bertram Fairbanks takes on a new property partner

Bertram Fairbanks, formerly known as Bertram Law, continues to raise the bar, with the appointment of Julia Knight as a new Partner and Head of Commercial Property at its head office at Belvedere House, Pynes Hill, Exeter, in line with its ongoing ambitious expansion plans.

Qualifying in the South East in 2005, Julia trained and worked at specialist commercial firms, before...

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First homes on sale at new development in Devon village

The first homes have been released for sale at a new development in the Devon village of Willand.

Bellway is building 125 homes at Fox Mill Gardens, off Meadow Park, and potential buyers had their first opportunity to reserve a place there in December, when a sales cabin was opened on site.

Tim Lund, Sales Director of Bellway South West, said: “Welcoming the first visitors on...

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Devon chef and pub owner uncorks his new wine school

The owner of a gastro pub in Exeter is raising a glass to his new wine school which launches this week.

Luke Davies, the owner of Cowick Barton gastro pub and a local wine expert, is launching Devon Local Wine School to host regular wine tastings, food and wine events and wine qualifications for those keen to learn more...

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Devon campaigners ask Government for financial support for terminally ill

Campaigners gathered in Crediton yesterday with one simple message, “nobody should die in poverty”.

The group were collecting signatures for a petition from the UK’s leading end of life charity, Marie Curie.

It calls on the UK Government to give people with a terminal illness their State Pension, no matter their age.

Marie Curie says that a 90,000 people die in...

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Devon Air Ambulance celebrates 196th Community Landing Site

Local lifesaving charity, Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) has launched its 196th Community Landing Site in Bideford, East-the-water at the Shamwickshire Rovers AFC ground.

This latest surveyed, floodlit landing site will enable Devon Air Ambulance to land safely in the town during the hours of darkness, allowing their specialist medical crew to swiftly reach patients who may be critically...

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Welcome in Spring with RHS Rosemoor’s Celebration of Snowdrops

Banish the blues and enjoy guided walks through drifts of beautiful blooms at Rosemoor this February.

As the days slowly start to lengthen, the stars of spring appear in all their glory throughout this beautiful garden – visitors can admire the nodding crowns of no less than 13 species of snowdrops throughout RHS Rosemoor’s borders and woodlands.

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Search is on to find the SW's best heating installer

After a record year so far, the Heating Installer Awards 2023 will be closing for entries on February 24th.

The incredible talent of installers from the South West has been especially noticeable and the competition for the prestigious title of National Heating Installer is tougher than ever.

Past winners from the South West included Craig Brookes of C Brookes Plumbing &...

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Council Encourages Use of Recycling Containers Before Enforcement Begins

Enforcement of the Council’s new three-weekly bin collection scheme will begin from 1 February 2023

Following the initial three month roll out of the Council’s Bin-It 123 waste collection scheme, the Council is reminding residents that non-recyclable waste (including black bags) must be contained within your authorised black wheelie bin or seagull sack, with recycling placed in the...

The Venus Company launches a new healthy dog menu for its four-legged customers!

Dogs just love to run free on the beach whatever the weather and a perfect day out with the family is not complete without a visit to one of the three dog-friendly Venus beach cafes across South Devon. Here you will find a warm welcome for both you and your best friend, who will be well cared for with the launch of Venus’ canine menu.

With three different natural chews specific for...

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