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John Cleese returns to Torquay

Comedy legend John Cleese visited Torquay for the first time in 55 years for the Gala Opening of 'Fawlty Towers - The Play' at the Princess Theatre this evening (Tuesday 14 April).

Torquay is widely known as the inspiration behind the much-loved BBC comedy which 50 years on comes to...

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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.

DNA Testing

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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Local pubs are often the hub of the community

Local pubs are often the hub of the community.

That’s certainly the case in Drewsteignton where The Drewe Arms has been supporting local people on Dartmoor throughout the coronavirus pandemic despite, like all pubs across the country, being closed during the lockdown.

The pub received a £500 grant from Devon County Council’s Prompt Action Fund and it has made it go a long...

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Public toilets reopen on parts of Dartmoor

Toilets owned by Dartmoor National Park Authority have reopened. Following comprehensive risk assessments, toilets have reopened at: • Haytor (the accessible toilet only – the male and female ones remain closed) • Dartmeet • Venford Reservoir (the accessible toilet and male toilets only – the female loos remained closed) • Meldon Reservoir. They are open seven days a week. The layout of the...

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