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Work starts on major regeneration in Plymouth

Work is set to start on the transformation of a Devonport neighbourhood after LiveWest partnered with Lovell Partnerships to redevelop the site and deliver a new generation of affordable homes for the city of Plymouth.

The housing association, part of the UK’s largest provider of...

Four East Devon green spaces retain prestigious Green Flag status

Four of East Devon’s most cherished parks and green spaces have once again been recognised among the very best in the country after achieving Green Flag Award status.

The internationally recognised Green Flag award, which celebrates well-managed parks and green spaces, has been awarded to Connaught Gardens and Peak Hill Slope in Sidmouth, Manor Gardens in Exmouth, Seafield Gardens in...

Why Devon's Sewing Revival Is Bringing Old Machines Back to Life

Devon has quietly become one of the more interesting places in the UK to watch a craft revival unfold. Between community skill-sharing groups in Plymouth, upcycling workshops tucked into old commercial spaces on Union Street, and a general cultural shift toward mending and reusing rather than replacing, sewing has stopped being a niche hobby confined to grandparents' spare rooms. It's showing...

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Victorian drapers’ shop treasures uncovered after decades

A remarkable collection of fittings from a Victorian drapers' shop that closed more than 80 years ago attracted strong interest when it went under the hammer at Chilcotts ' Good Antiques and 20th Century Design sale on July 11.

The collection, which included a rare corset display under a glass dome and an original hatbox, came from Luxmoore's, a well-known drapers and milliners on...

Bays Brewery and Paignton Zoo Bring Back Popular Charity Ale 'Tall Order'

Torbay-based Bays Brewery is teaming up once again with Paignton Zoo to launch the latest addition to its 2026 Charity Brew range – the return of the much-loved animal ale, Tall Order.

Available in bottles, cask and beer boxes from July, the golden ale (4.7% ABV) stands head and shoulders above the rest, crafted with UK hops and delivering bright citrus notes and a hoppy finish....

Mad Hatter's tea party is 'resounding success'

Eight months after its official opening the first big party has taken place for residents and family members at Holsworthy’s Deer Park Nursing Home , embracing the ever-popular Mad Hatter theme.

Activities co-ordinator, Alyce Barber, said: “This was our first big event, so we wanted it to be fun and make everyone feel like they are part of the Deer Park family.

“A Mad Hatter’s...

Providing help for children and families struggling during the school holidays.

Plymouth children and their families facing hunger this summer are receiving extra support from Tesco.

This comes in response to the crucial need to help children who would normally receive free school meals during term time and are therefore at risk of missing meals during the holiday period.

The charity Trussell says food bank support for children remains 34% higher than...

Summer garden party brings community together at Radford House

Homeowners at Radford House welcomed family, friends and invited guests for an afternoon of music, games and summer celebrations as Adlington Retirement Living hosted a garden party at its retirement community in Exeter.

Last week, the event brought together people of all ages to enjoy an afternoon in the community's beautifully landscaped garden.

Guests enjoyed a live...

Winkleigh's much-loved fair returns

Winkleigh's much-loved annual Fair is now underway, with a packed programme of community events and celebrations continuing throughout the week following a successful opening ceremony held on Sunday in the Town Square.

The Winkleigh Fair is one of Devon's oldest surviving community traditions, with the village fair originally granted a Royal Charter in 1262. More than seven centuries...

Amicus Law launches free Saturday morning Family Law Clinic in Tiverton

Amicus Law is making expert family law advice more accessible with the launch of a free Saturday morning Family Law Clinic, led by its Head of Family Law, Lev Boreiko.

The free to attend bi-weekly sessions are to be held between 9am to 12pm at the Amicus Law office in Tiverton. The service will provide members of the public with confidential, one-to-one advice from Head of Family Law...

Three in a Row! Cranbrook Country Park Secures Prestigious 2026 Green Flag Award

Cranbrook Town Council is celebrating a historic milestone as Cranbrook Country Park retains its Green Flag Award for the third consecutive year. This international stamp of quality officially recognises the park as one of the finest open spaces in the UK. Marking a historic "hat-trick" since its first win in 2024, the accolade honours the hard work, passion, and care invested by the town...

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