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Choose a name for East Devon's new community

East Devon District Council is asking local people, community groups and businesses to help choose a name for a new community planned near Westpoint, in the west of the district.

The consultation, launched this week, gives you the chance to look at four possible names and rank them in...

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Exmouth clear up following unprecedented demand on services to keep streets clean and bins emptied

East Devon District Council's StreetScene team were out on the streets and beaches of Exmouth at 7am this morning clearing up picnic and alcohol-related litter left behind from late night visitors last night. They were out until 10pm last night as well.

In a statement, East Devon District Council said: "With the warm weather, and as pubs and cafes are still closed, we are...

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Let’s ride like it’s 77

The Chestnut Appeal for Men's Health has teamed up with Rockets & Rascals to bring you the '77' challenge.

The challenge is simple enough; register online and then ride either 77km or 77 miles in one ride during the month of July. You can ride it on the road, you can ride if off road or you can ride a bit of both, you can do multiple laps of your garden or a one way trip....

RANKED: This is the EASIEST (and most difficult) places in the South West to pass your driving test FIRST TIME round!

With driving tests and lessons being put on pause over the last few months due to COVID-19, many learner drivers are eager to get on the road as soon as possible with tests resuming in July! A new report by GoCompare reveals where you should take your test, to ensure a first-time pass!

During the Coronavirus pandemic, thousands of driving tests across the UK have been cancelled....

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Plymouth pupil named regional winner of Premier League Writing Stars poetry competition

7-year-old Faith from Yealmpstone Farm Primary School in Plymouth has been named as the regional winner of the third Premier League Writing Stars poetry competition.

Faith’s poem ‘My dream’ was selected as the winning entry for the South West region in the Key Stage 1 age group (5-7 years).

Thousands of primary school children across England and Wales entered this year’s...

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5 Common Health Problems With Cats and How to Treat Them Quickly

When you have a cat, there are a few common health issues you should be aware of. Cats are naturally very healthy and low-maintenance pets, but learning to see the warning signs early will save you worry and may also help lessen the costs of treating the issue.

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We recommend that you first get a pet DNA test . This is to determine the exact breed of cat you have...

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Major improvement works complete on traffic-free cycling and walking route joining Plympton to city

People travelling between Plympton and Plymouth can now do so on a much-improved cycle and walking route, well away from traffic on the usually busy A38 and B3416.

With more than £380,000 of funding from Highways England, cycling and walking charity Sustrans has revamped the traffic-free route into the city, and has improved its accessibility too.

Sustrans has resurfaced the...

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Structures moved into place ahead of bridge lift

Key structures for the new footbridge which is replacing Alma Bridge in Sidmouth have been lifted into place (Tuesday 23 June).

Ramps, columns and the east abutment parapets have been moved into position by a crane stationed on The Ham.

This is ahead of the main 19-metre span being hoisted in, which is expected to be installed tomorrow. The structure, weighing in at over 10...

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Household vans able to use recycling centres this week

Restrictions at Devon’s Recycling Centres are to be eased further this week, with personal vans allowed to bring household waste from Wednesday 24 June. Vans will need to pre-book their visit at three of the county's busiest sites.

To ensure the recycling centres have enough capacity to serve as many people as possible, and to keep unloading times to a minimum, vans will only be able...

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Thelma Hulbert Gallery to reopen its doors in July

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG), Honiton plans to reopen its doors on the 11th July with the relaunch of its acclaimed exhibition: ARTIST ROOMS Richard Long Being in the Moment . This ambitious exhibition, which examines our relationship to the natural world is kick-starting East Devon District Council’s programme of cultural recovery. It will be accompanied by an inspiring new creative...

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Keep Britain Singing with Rock Choir

Rock Choir is the largest contemporary choir of the UK and remains unique with over 32,000 Members participating in approximately 400 local communities across the UK. With coronavirus gripping the country and with many of their Members in isolation, Rock Choir Founder and Creative Director, Caroline Redman Lusher , has pledged that Rock Choir will ‘Keep Britain Singing’ .

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Choose a name for East Devon's new community

Exmouth clear up following unprecedented demand on services to keep streets clean and bins emptied

Let’s ride like it’s 77

RANKED: This is the EASIEST (and most difficult) places in the South West to pass your driving test FIRST TIME round!

Plymouth pupil named regional winner of Premier League Writing Stars poetry competition

5 Common Health Problems With Cats and How to Treat Them Quickly

Major improvement works complete on traffic-free cycling and walking route joining Plympton to city

Structures moved into place ahead of bridge lift

Household vans able to use recycling centres this week

Thelma Hulbert Gallery to reopen its doors in July

Keep Britain Singing with Rock Choir

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