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This year’s Annual Public Health Report shows that Devon is facing many challenges such as population growth, ageing, poverty, housing quality and affordability.

In Devon the health of the public is generally very good, both in terms of national comparisons and with similar geographic areas, as indicated by the Devon Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA), there are areas of concern...

It’s not too late to sign up for a range of different courses as part of this year’s exciting Summer Mix programme.

Hundreds of young people from right across Plymouth have already signed up for loads of free, fun activities this summer from the hundreds of choices available.

Summer Mix is organised and funded by Plymouth City Council’s Youth Services, and supported by a...

With temperatures in the high 20s this week, new research released from the Dogs Trust warns pet owners to be particularly cautious of the extreme risks of leaving dogs in hot cars, even for only a short period of time.

According to the charity, shockingly one in 10 people know of a dog that has come to harm whilst left in a car in hot weather, furthermore almost half (48%) mistakenly...

The West Country’s largest free food festival Flavour Fest is returning for its 13th year to cement Plymouth’s reputation as the foodie hub of the South West.

The event will showcase the region’s best produce and offer food fun for all the family - including a Ready Steady Cook-off, huge continental market, Fun Kitchen, bar, a chance to see top chefs in action - and a great atmosphere...