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Warning to public to be vigilant following phone scam

Police are warning residents in Devon to be vigilant following a phone scam in which the caller is pretending to be a police officer.

Officers are currently investigating reports of a scam, one of which led to a woman in her 70s drawing out a substantial amount of money, but thankfully did not hand this over and instead contacted the police.

Another report has been received...

New 25 acre green space secured for East Devon residents

A new area of open green space for local people to enjoy next year has been acquired by East Devon District Council.

This first new public space marks an important landmark in creating the Clyst Valley Regional Park, which stretches from National Trust Killerton to Clyst St Mary near the Exe Estuary. The new space is expected to open to the public in 2023, providing a wider choice...

SWR announces 1st October strike service levels

South Western Railway (SWR) is urging customers only to travel by rail if absolutely necessary on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 October due to the planned RMT and TSSA industrial action.

Customers should expect severe disruption on the network and, if they must travel on either of those days, should seek to do so by other means.

SWR has published its strike day service levels for...

Unpaid carers given free access to leisure centres to help with cost of living pressures

Many unpaid carers – people who voluntarily provide care to a loved one or friend – are not looking after their own health and wellbeing, as a consequence of rising costs of living, warns Devon County Council.

Unpaid carers have told the council that they are having to prioritise their spending, and many are choosing not to spend on exercise or activities away from their caring roles...

Savers invited to UK Savings Week event in Paignton

To support the country’s first ever UK Savings Week (26 September – 2 October), colleagues at the Yorkshire Building Society branch in Paignton are holding an event designed to provide people with help to build financial resilience and reach their savings goals.

UK Savings Week is being introduced following the collaboration of a number of building societies, credit unions, consumer...

Consultation on Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan for Barnstaple, Bideford and Northam

A public consultation has been launched by Devon County Council today (Wednesday 21 September) on proposals that aim to close the gaps in the cycling and walking network in the Barnstaple, Bideford and Northam area.

The County Council is seeking views on four walking and six cycling schemes across the area, which are detailed online at devon.cc/bbnlcwip .

The draft “...

Plymouth's biggest student shopping event returns to Drake Cirucs and The Barcode

Drake Circus and The Barcode are welcoming back students with a week full of discounts and the return of its exclusive shopping event.

Students will be able to enjoy exclusive deals at their favourite brands including Boom Battle Bar, Zizzi’s and Boots all of this week until Sunday 25th September.

In addition to plenty of offers and discounts, from 6-8pm on Thursday 22nd the...

Ottery charity to receive £12,000 donation

Colleagues at East Devon Crematorium have chosen a charity in Ottery St Mary to receive a donation of £12,000 which has been raised through the generosity of families who have lost loved ones.

The Ottery Help Scheme helps hundreds of people every month with a whole range of services on offer including community transport, befriending and bereavement support as well as many other...

Upgrade for streetlights on Sidmouth Esplanade

Work to upgrade almost 40 streetlights along Sidmouth seafront is underway.

The streetlights along the Esplanade were fitted in 2004 to replace the old wooden columns and the lighting columns themselves are unique to Sidmouth, being made specifically for the town.

Devon County Council will be replacing the lights with more energy efficient LED lights as part of a countywide...

lifeworks night out on Dartmoor with the rangers

Lifeworks Learning Disability Charity night out on Dartmoor with the rangers

Lifeworks Young Adults Saturday Social Group (YASS) spent an amazing moonlit night on Dartmoor under canvas. But first they had to trek to their destination, through muddy walkways, slippery slopes and even dodging and few cows on their way.

The group was amazing, helping and supporting each other, from putting our tents up to being there for each other when they were challenged. Once...

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