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Cllr Paul Arnott re-elected as leader of EDDC

Councillor Paul Arnott has been re-elected as East Devon District Council Leader for seventh consecutive term.

The Leader spoke out about the challenge of delivering an ambitious programme of transformation against the backdrop of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Devon and...

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Warrens bakery backs local good causes

Warrens Bakery – the world’s oldest pasty maker – has donated over £10,000 to charities, events and community groups in the past two years, showing its commitment to giving back across the South West and beyond.

Founded in 1860, Warrens now has 47 stores and continues to support a wide range of local and national causes. During Cornish Pasty Week, 5p from every Cornish pasty sold...

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Exmouth author celebrates global recognition

Exmouth-based children’s author Chris McGuire is enjoying international recognition after his latest book, Blast from the Past, was shortlisted for the prestigious 2025 Scribe Awards.

The book — a fun-filled chapter story based on the beloved 1980s cartoon The Raccoons — was one of only five titles shortlisted globally in the Adapted Novel category by the International Association of...

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Students empowered through road safety education

30 July 2025 – Students from South Dartmoor Community College gained life-saving knowledge and practical skills this month during a special Road Safety Intervention Day delivered by Ashburton Neighbourhood Police Team and key partner agencies.

The initiative, now in its second year, is designed to engage new and inexperienced drivers with hands-on learning and expert-led discussions...

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Eight-year-old reveals ultimate back to school shopping list for 2025

Back-to-school season is here, and Drake Circus has teamed up with its very own Chief Fun Officer, eight-year-old Ellie, to reveal what children really want in their school bags this September and help make parents’ back-to-school shopping trips that much easier.

Tasked with testing trends and giving her official stamp of approval, Ellie has rounded up the coolest must-haves for the...

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‘Can Ewe Knit It?’ celebrates Shaun’s 30 years

Shaun the Sheep, the beloved stop-motion character created by Aardman, is celebrating 30 years since his debut in Wallace & Gromit: A Close Shave (1995). To mark this milestone, Aardman has launched a global crafting campaign called ‘Can Ewe Knit It?’, inviting fans and crafters worldwide to knit or crochet Shaun-inspired woollen blanket squares.

Running until October 2025, the...

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Plymouth safe bus still operating

People in Plymouth are being reminded that the Safe Bus remains available every Saturday night, though it has moved to a new temporary location at bus stop DC2 on Derry’s Cross roundabout, outside Timber Vault Escape Rooms (PL1 2TE). The move is due to ongoing roadworks on Royal Parade, expected to last nine months.

The Safe Bus operates from 10pm Saturday to 4am Sunday, offering a...

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Dartmoor marshals return this summer

Marshals have returned to Dartmoor National Park this summer to support Rangers and help keep the moor a safe, welcoming place for everyone. First introduced in 2020, the Dartmoor Marshals are now in their sixth year and continue to provide extra help during the busiest time of year.

From now until mid-September, the Marshals will be on patrol, mainly during the evenings. Their role...

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Matilda musical announces touring cast

The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the cast for the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of Matilda The Musical, which celebrates 15 years on stage in 2025.

The tour kicks off in Leicester this October and will visit 15 cities across the UK, including Bradford, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Manchester, and Cardiff—where the production will run over Christmas until 17 January 2027. One of...

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Tinies Launches Teddy Trail Across Devon

Local families – and the childcare professionals who support them – are in for a treat this summer as Tinies, one of the UK’s most trusted childcare agencies, brings joy and adventure to Devon with the launch of its Tinies Teddy Trail.

From bustling town centres to peaceful parks, adorable Tinies-branded teddy bears have been hidden in secret locations across the county, waiting to...

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Lewtrenchard manor reopens following extensive renovation

Historic country house hotel Lewtrenchard Manor has officially reopened its doors following an extensive renovation by independent hotel group Original Collection. Nestled in a secluded valley near Okehampton, the Grade II*-listed Jacobean manor began welcoming guests again on 25 July 2025, with bookings now open via its new website: www.lewtrenchardmanor.co.uk.

The restoration marks...

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