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Devon’s musical future in safe hands thanks to the next generation of rock stars

Thousands of primary school children across Devon are discovering their musical skills thanks to taking part in the UK’s biggest band-based music education programme, which prioritises group learning, an accessible music curriculum and regular performance opportunities.

More than 2,200 children in Devon are taking part in Rocksteady’s weekly in-school band lessons, where children are...

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Developer donation to lead to defib in Plymouth

A Plymouth-based housebuilder has given £1,000 towards the provision of a defibrillator in one of the city’s almshouses.

Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon presented the cheque to trustees of the Municipal Charities of Plymouth who are raising funds for the life-saving equipment at the Rawlin & John Gayer Almshouses near the Charles Cross Church in the city centre....

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Greendale Launches High Court Challenge to Save Santa’s Grotto and NHS Vaccination Centre

Greendale Farm Shop has launched a High Court challenge following a planning dispute that could lead to the removal of an NHS drive-through vaccination centre and a building used for one of Devon’s most popular Christmas attractions, Santa’s Grotto.

The decision follows a recent Planning Inspectorate ruling upholding enforcement action by East Devon District Council requiring the...

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Beverley Holidays Welcomes Play Torbay Families for a Magical Pantomime Experience

Beverley Holidays in Paignton proudly welcomed local charity Play Torbay to the holiday park during the February half‑term for a special panto performance of Peter Pan and the Pirate Adventures .

Around 60 children and parents from Play Torbay joined the fun‑filled evening, enjoying a night of laughter, sparkle, and pantomime magic delivered by Beverley’s award‑winning entertainment...

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Private GP service launches amid rising demand for appointments

As demand for GP appointments continues to rise across Devon and Somerset, a new private medical service is offering same-week access and longer consultations.

Peninsula Private Medical operates from the purpose-built Waterloo Court Health and Wellbeing Hub near Uffculme, bringing together experienced clinicians and a range of health and wellbeing professionals under one roof....

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Your Weekend Hiking Kit: What to Pack for Devon's Trails

A weekend on Devon's trails offers rugged coastlines, rolling moorland, and woodland paths that change with every season. Whether you're tackling sections of the South West Coast Path or exploring Dartmoor's tors, the right gear makes all the difference between an adventure you'll remember fondly and one you'd rather forget.

Packing for a hiking trip doesn't need to be complicated....

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Exeter Philharmonic Choir members step up for Solomon solos

Three members of Exeter Philharmonic's one-hundred-strong choir are stepping out of their ‘comfort zone’ and into the spotlight as soloists at the Choir’s forthcoming concert in March, Handel’s Solomon.

Exeter Philharmonic Choir always performs with professional soloists and musicians, and its Lord Mayor’s concert on Saturday, 14 March at Exeter Cathedral will be no different. However...

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Pension inequality after divorce still leaving women behind, warns family lawyer ahead of International Women’s Day

With International Women’s Day 2026 approaching, Rachel Buckley of The Family Law Company is urging divorcing couples to pay closer attention to pensions, warning that women continue to face a significant shortfall in retirement savings after separation.

Although pensions have been recognised as a matrimonial asset in England and Wales since pension sharing was introduced in 2000,...

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Queues Around the Corner as Harman Bagels Celebrates Successful Totnes Launch

A much-loved Devon bagel brand has officially opened its doors in Totnes - and the response has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Harman Bagels launched its second location at 12 Ticklemore Street on Friday 20th February, with queues forming well before the 8am opening time. By mid-morning, lines of customers stretched around the corner as locals and visitors alike gathered to get...

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Local hospital strengthens support for Armed Forces community in Plymouth

Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth has reaffirmed its commitment to the Armed Forces community by launching a new Veterans programme, with events set to take place at regular intervals throughout the year. The first Veterans Coffee Afternoon brought veterans, staff and members of the local community together to share stories, build connections and support one another.

The...

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