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ChromCadillacs & Cruisers: Cofton’s Biggest Car Show Yet Roars to Life!

The chequered flag has come down on another unforgettable American Car Show at Cofton Holidays, and what a weekend it was. With over 200 jaw-dropping vehicles on display and 3,500 guests soaking up the vibrant atmosphere, the 2025 event was the biggest and best in the show’s eight-year history...

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Some of the items donated to RGB Building Supplies’ appeal to help Ukrainian citizens.

RGB thanks community for generous donations to Ukraine appeal

RGB Building Supplies is thanking those in the community who donated to its appeal for essential items that could be passed on to Ukrainian citizens.

In support of the Builders Merchants Federation’s (BMF) national appeal, RGB received 13 bulk bags of donations. The bags usually hold around 800kg of sand or aggregates.

The donations included thermal clothing, bedding, sleeping...

Drake Circus celebrates Armed Forces Day

Stores and restaurants at Drake Circus and The Barcode are saluting servicemen and women across the community with a range of exclusive discounts and promotions to celebrate Armed Forces Day (25th June).

From Thursday 23rd June to Sunday 26th June, servicemen and women* will be able to make the most of deals from a wide selection of retailers, including Las Iguanas, Joules, Paperchase...

Free demonstration breakfast morning at RGB Torquay

The Torquay branch of RGB Building Supplies is holding a free supplier morning on Friday 1st July when tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts will be able to see demonstrations and talk to experts about some of the leading products on the market.

From 7.30am, visitors can speak to suppliers from premium wooden door manufacturer XL Joinery, building product supplier Timco, adhesive supplier...

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Every Little Helps’ as armed forces charity collects at Tesco

Armed Forces charity Help for Heroes has supported more than 1,370 veterans and their families in Devon since its inception in 2007, and, with demand for its services increasing, it is, once more, appealing to the Great British Public for support.

With more than 90 per cent of its income coming from the public via donations and fundraising, its upcoming Tesco national collection...

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Nature exhibition and showcase at Buckland Abbey

A new exhibition has opened at Buckland Abbey near Tavistock, giving visitors a glimpse into this working estate.

Chosen by the Cistercian monks nearly 800 years ago for its ability to feed both body and soul, the estate is rich in wildlife and habitat.

From the gardens into the orchards, past the ponds, through the meadow and out into the woodland

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Devon charities celebrate share of £1million fund

Three charities based in Devon have received donations of £1,000 each as part of the Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards.

For the fourth year running, the Benefact Group is giving away £1million to charities through its Movement for Good awards. Members of the public were invited to nominate causes close to their hearts, with 250 awards of £1,000 available now for donation....

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Stagecoach supports Armed Forces Day 2022 with nationwide free travel

Stagecoach, the country's biggest bus and coach operator, has confirmed that free travel will be available for military and ex-military personnel on all of its bus and tram services on Saturday 25 June for Armed Forces Day, and will also be offered on Sunday 26 June. This is part of Stagecoach's ongoing commitment to support the Armed Forces.

Armed Forces Day – on Saturday 25 June -...

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Road realignment scheme due to get underway

Work to realign an unstable road in Bovey Tracey is set to get underway on Monday 27 June.

A section of Ashburton Road (the C229) in Bovey Tracey has been closed to vehicles since February 2020 following a large landslip on the face of a former quarry.

Geotechnical investigations revealed extensive damage to the highway and raised safety concerns over the stability of the ground...

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Jurassic Fibre unveils ambitious growth plans for fibre network as Chancellor Rishi Sunak MP visits Honiton headquarters

Jurassic Fibre, a broadband internet network developer, has announced ambitious plans to increase the rollout of its ultrafast fibre network to cover 500,000 homes and businesses across 30 towns and villages in the South West by 2026. The announcement coincided with a visit from The Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak MP to Jurassic Fibre’s Devon headquarters in Honiton.

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Advice from RGB: How small changes can help reduce energy bills this winter

With the head of Ofgem, the UK’s energy regulator, warning that the annual household energy bills are likely to rise by a further £800 when the price cap is adjusted in October, RGB Building Supplies is giving advice to local households about cost-effective changes they could make to receive a potential saving of up to £700 on the average yearly energy bill*.

Paul West, Branch...

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