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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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Record-Breaking Year for Visitors at Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve

Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve , which is owned and managed by East Devon District Council’s Countryside Team , welcomed 112,608 visitors in 2024, a 12% increase compared to 2023 and a new record for the site.

A key factor to the site’s success in 2024 was the opening of a multi-user path connecting the heart of the reserve to the town of Seaton. This tarmacked, level pathway...

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Emergency closure of Bickleigh Bridge

An emergency closure of Bickleigh Bridge will be needed later this week to remove several large trees lodged against the bridge piers.

The Grade II listed bridge, which carries the A396 over the River Exe, will be closed from 9:30am-3:30pm this Thursday (16 January) and Friday (17 January).

Trees and other debris have swept down the river during recent flooding and have...

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Your Guide to Navigating Mortgage Choices for Every Home

Understanding the various mortgage options available can transform your property journey. With a maze of choices at your fingertips, making the right decision is crucial for new and seasoned property owners. Mortgages are diverse, each designed to meet specific needs. Learning about them is essential for making informed decisions that align with your goals.

Decoding the Types of...

Devon GP initiative featured on BBC Gardener’s World

A gardening initiative in Mid Devon, aimed at supporting patients’ wellbeing has been featured on the BBC’s Gardener’s World.

The ‘Growing Well Garden’ was developed by Dr Susan Taheri, a GP at Bow Medical Practice and gardening enthusiast, with the help of a team of local volunteers.

The project was set up with financial support from Bow Medical Practice, who also provided...

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Police funding gives a new year boost to youngsters in the Tavistock area

Funding from Devon & Cornwall Police has been donated to Tavistock Youth Café to help it offer more activities and support to young people.

The Youth Café is a charity for youngsters in Tavistock and the surrounding area. They offer a safe and relaxed environment where young people can hang out, play pool, mix with their peers and get involved with activities. They also provide...

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Historic UK Celebrates 25 Years of Making British History Accessible to All!

January 2025 marks a milestone for Historic UK , the pioneering online platform dedicated to sharing the stories and heritage of British history. Founded in 2000 by two passionate history enthusiasts, the website celebrates its 25th anniversary as one of the UK’s leading resources for history lovers.

Historic UK was a trailblazer as the first website of its kind, designed to bring...

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Promising young artist launches first chapter of debut graphic novel

A talented 17-year-old artist from North Devon has completed the first chapter of his debut graphic novel commissioned by rural arts organisation Beaford Arts.

When Aaban Aslam embarked on his year 10 work experience with Beaford Arts in 2023 he was asked what he liked about his hometown Barnstaple…his reply, ‘nothing really, it’s just a place where my parents chose to live and that...

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The Widening Gyre

Chapter One: First Impression

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New Report Highlights Need for more community cancer support in Torbay

A two year Macmillan Torbay community engagement project has gained understanding about local health inequalities, barriers to cancer diagnosis and issues related to cancer by engaging with Torbay residents. The project was funded by Macmillan Cancer Support and led by non-profit local organisation Engaging Communities South West, working in partnership with local community organisation...

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Plymouth police cadet receives national award

A police cadet in Plymouth has received a national Lord Ferrers award for his outstanding contribution in helping to protect and educate local communities.

Caolan Hutchins, aged sixteen, has been a member of the police cadets for two years. He recently received the Lord Ferrers ‘Volunteer Police Cadet Award 2024’.

Police cadets are made up of young people, aged 13-17 years...

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Volunteer Police Cadet Award

Charity appeal for Plymouth volunteers ready to make ‘global impact’

A disaster relief charity is appealing for volunteers across Plymouth to join its mission, making sure no-one around the world is left without shelter after disaster. ShelterBox specialises in emergency shelter – supporting people who have been uprooted from their homes because of conflict, earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and extreme weather like drought, flooding, and tropical...

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