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Young People Thrive Through Hands-On Forest School Learning at The LookOut@Haldon

Young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Devon are building confidence, gaining nationally recognised qualifications and reconnecting with education through an innovative Forest School programme run by Newton Abbot-based Community Support Team (CST) at The...

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Devon eccentric campaigns for the rights of the disabled

“Nothing comes easy for the disabled,” - laments Colin Shaddick, a 75 year old disabled resident of Barnstaple, - “My world is contained within a ten mile radius: up to a fence where experiences end and memories exist.”

But Colin’s ability to travel, limited by the power of a battery pack and the rocketing prices of mobility equipment, does not stop him from going an extra mile in his...

Protect yourself and the NHS: Eligible people urged to have autumn vaccines

People in Devon, who are most vulnerable to flu and Covid-19, are being encouraged to book in for their autumn booster vaccines.

Having the Covid-19 autumn booster and seasonal flu vaccines will help to protect people from becoming seriously ill this winter, which in turn will reduce pressure on the NHS during, what is expected to be, a very challenging winter.

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 “...

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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...

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