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Appeal after Exeter baseball club raided

A community baseball club in Exeter has been left reeling after thieves broke into its storage container and stole vital equipment just weeks before the start of the new season.

The break-in happened overnight, with all of the Exeter Spitfire's bats taken. Catchers’ gear was later...

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Police disrupt organised crime groups as part of roads operation in Plymouth

A push to make roads safer in Plymouth has led to multiple arrests, drug seizures and cautions.

An operation on Wednesday 12 February, involved police officers setting up vehicle stop-check points in the Stonehouse area. There were two aims of the operation; to disrupt people linked with organised crime and to target individuals committing driving offences.

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Choir's all-Mozart offering in March

Devon-born rising star violinist Joel Munday and the renowned London Mozart Players will accompany Exeter Philharmonic Choir at their all-Mozart concert on 15 March.

The main work is Mozart’s Great Mass in C minor , performed by the Choir with the London Mozart Players and an array of top soloists. Joel will play the rarely performed Violin Concerto No. 1 in B flat major.

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Operation launched to tackle illegal use of E-bikes

Special Constables from Devon and Cornwall Police Roads Policing Team have launched an operation to crack down on the illegal use of electrically assisted pedal cycles (EAPCs/E-bikes).

Operation Forerunner comes in response to significant concerns from residents about the safety risks posed by these vehicles when modified and/or used improperly. It aims to reduce the illegal use of E...

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Pioneering tree planting approach aims to boost flood resilience and restore nature

An exciting partnership project helping to re-establish Dartmoor’s ancient woodland pastures and temperate rainforests is underway.

Around 8.5 hectares of native trees will be planted in small plots within a carefully selected area of Harford Moor helping to reconnect existing woodlands so nature can thrive and habitats become more resilient to the impacts of climate change....

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More than 1,000 people join legal claim against South West Water over Exmouth sewage

More than 1,000 people have joined a claim alleging that sewage pollution from South West Water (SWW) in the Exmouth area has negatively impacted residents and businesses.

The claim, which launched in October 2024, alleges that sewage spills from SWW and subsequent warnings against swimming in the area have negatively affected tourism, as well as restricted locals from participating...

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Discover Exeter with Ease: A Guide to Mobility Solutions for Accessible City Living

Exeter is dedicated to promoting accessibility, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the vibrant appeal of this historic city. However, mobility challenges can limit the opportunity to fully experience Exeter’s offerings for many.

Fortunately, mobility aids play a crucial role in supporting an inclusive environment. They make it possible for individuals to navigate busy streets...

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Blackfinch Property Provides £2.1m Loan for Sustainable Devon Retail and Business Scheme

Gloucester, 18 February 2025 – Blackfinch Property has provided a £2.1 million development loan to support the first phase of Dolbeare Meadow, a sustainable mixed-use commercial project in Ashburton, Devon.

The first stage includes a 4,300 sq ft Co-op convenience store, already pre-let, along with essential infrastructure to support future phases. Plans for later stages include a...

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Hill House tackles loneliness with ‘Don’t Eat Alone’ lunch

Hill House care home holds successful 'Don't Eat Alone' lunch for people in Honiton and Combe Raleigh who would otherwise be eating alone.

Hill House, a care home managed by the charity Abbeyfield Living Society, were joined by people from Honiton and Combe Raleigh, who would otherwise have been eating alone, for a delicious fish and chips lunch on Monday 17th February.

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Agatha Christie Festival Presents ‘A Spring Gathering’ - A Star-Studded Celebration of Crime Fiction and New Statue Unveiled on the English Riviera

Torquay is set to welcome a thrilling one-day literary celebration as the Agatha Christie Festival hosts ‘ A Spring Gathering ’ on Saturday, 12th April 2025, marking the unveiling of a brand-new Agatha Christie statue in her hometown, with guest appearances from Jeremy Vine, Robert Thorogood, Victoria Dowd, Mark Aldridge and Gray Robert Brown.

Commissioned by Torbay Council, the...

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Scouts from Devon complete 30KM Challenge Event

Scouts and Volunteers from Devon have been praised by Chief Scout Dwayne Fields for completing the Southern 50 30KM challenge hike event. This year’s event celebrates 45 years since the first Southern 50, with Scouts taking on routes passing through the counties of Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire and Oxfordshire.

The annual Southern 50 Event is a prestigious challenge...

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