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Residents at a care home in St Budeaux, Plymouth, are now fully into the swing of this year’s festive celebrations and making the most of every opportunity to sing and dance, according to the team who support them.

Butterfly Lodge’s calendar of seasonal activities, specially devised to cater for the interests of all residents, has been running since the beginning of December, with...

Devon’s reputation for big skies and dramatic coastline is well-earned, but so is its reputation for sideways rain. When another grey front rolls in from the Atlantic, the choice is often stark. Either spend some money you don’t really have on a big day out, or stay at home and stare at the damp washing.

It doesn’t have to be either-or. With the cost of living still biting, more...

Design work is underway for a new leisure centre, a key addition to Cranbrook’s expanding town centre, with proposals including a 25-metre and learner pool, gym, fitness studios, soft play, and a café.

Residents’ feedback will help shape the proposals for the new leisure centre, so that these facilities meet the needs of a growing population, expected to reach more than 20,000 people...

With Christmas fast-approaching, many of us will be doing the last-minute dash to the shops to find the perfect gifts for loved ones. Although socks or gift cards are safe options, neither has the enduring impact of a personalised gift which family and friends can cherish for years to come.

To help Kingsbridge shoppers find heartfelt presents for their loved ones and avoid panic buying...