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Sixteen-year vision becomes reality in Dartington

After over a decade and a half of planning, work has officially begun on a major new community-led affordable housing development in Dartington. The Clay Park scheme, a partnership between Transition Homes Community Land Trust (THCLT) and housing association Aster Group, will deliver 39 energy-efficient homes for local people.

Reserved for those with strong ties to Dartington and...

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Honiton graduate triumphs over adversity

Jen Satterley from Honiton is celebrating a remarkable achievement after being awarded a First-Class Honours degree in Environmental Sciences from the Open University, following 12 years of study and personal challenges.

Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at just 28, Jen was only two modules into her course when her life changed dramatically. The diagnosis brought an end to her dream...

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Edenstone and lighthouse champion wellbeing

The Edenstone Group has strengthened its commitment to health and wellbeing by appointing a mental health champion and partnering with The Lighthouse Charity to deliver support across its developments.

Health and Safety Manager Sean Brill now also serves as the company’s mental health champion, ensuring that staff and contractors have someone approachable to talk to about personal or...

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Hilarious arthurian adventure hits Plymouth

Award-winning physical comedy theatre company Le Navet Bete are making a triumphant return to Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) on 01 November 2025, bringing with them their five-star hit show, King Arthur. This laugh-out-loud retelling of the legendary tale promises a wild ride packed with slapstick, silliness, and outrageous humour – perfect for the whole family.

Set in a chaotic...

New Website Launches to Support Torbay Baton of Hope

The team behind Torbay Baton of Hope , a major local initiative raising awareness around suicide prevention and mental wellbeing, is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new website: www.torbaybatonofhope.com

The site provides a central hub for everything connected to the Baton of Hope relay taking place across Torbay on 30th September this year. Visitors can now explore event...

Work starts to make Devon walking and cycling path safer and more accessible

A section of National Cycle Network Route 2 in Ivybridge will be resurfaced and widened to make the path safer and more accessible for people using mobility aids, family buggies, and cycling.

Construction will start on 11th August to improve 250 metres of existing shared use path along Cornwood Road, between Woodland Road and where the path diverts through to alongside the A38. It’s...

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Creative summer fun for teens

Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) in Honiton is inviting young people aged 11 to 17 to get hands-on with art this summer during Summer Art Week 2025 — a packed week of inspiring creative workshops led by professional artists.

Running from Tuesday 19 to Saturday 23 August, the programme offers a fresh, fun way for teens to explore a wide range of artistic techniques, from sculpture and...

Devon CPRE backs Westleigh residents organising to gather evidence to oppose new homes

Residents in the historic rural settlement of Westleigh, near Instow in North Devon, are holding their own traffic survey this week to gather evidence with which to oppose an outline planning application for nine new houses on a site they believe is highly unsuitable for numerous reasons.

The application for outline planning permission for a small estate of nine houses just outside...

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Mystery, magic, and murder await

The 2025 International Agatha Christie Festival promises nine unforgettable days (13–21 September) of literary celebration across the stunning English Riviera. Set in Christie’s birthplace, this year’s programme is packed with theatrical performances, immersive experiences, and star-studded panels—truly an immersive journey into the world of the Queen of Crime.

The festivities begin...

British Gas Energy Trust reopens energy grant fund for customers across different suppliers

The British Gas Energy Trust (the Trust) has today reopened its Individuals and Families Fund (I&F), a support scheme providing up to £1,700 to households struggling with energy debt on a prepayment or credit account. I&F is open to eligible customers of any energy supplier, if that supplier does not have its own support scheme.

About the reopening of the fund, Trust CEO...

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