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East Devon leisure services review

East Devon District Council is reviewing how its leisure centres are run so it can protect them for the long term and make sure residents continue to receive good quality services.

The tender process opened late last year and attracted interest from a number of potential operators. The...

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Innovative fire system safeguards accessible living space

A forward-thinking family in Beer, Devon, has set a new standard for home fire safety by incorporating Plumis’ Automist system into their new build to help protect their 20-year-old daughter, who is living with a disability.

Designed to enhance safety while maintaining the home’s aesthetic appeal, the installation demonstrates the growing role of innovative fire suppression systems in...

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Exmouth Inspector hangs up his hat and looks forward to retirement

Inspector Grant Leitch, who heads up the Exmouth sector, is retiring after 30 years dedicated service to communities covered by Devon & Cornwall Police.

His current role includes policing Ottery St Mary, Budleigh Salterton and Woodbury, as well as Exmouth and he leads the Neighbourhood Police Team.

Exmouth was designated as an anti-social behaviour hotspot area and...

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Second Tiny Forest Planted in Exmouth’s Brixington Park

A second tiny forest has been planted in Exmouth following the success of a multi-award-winning sister site in the town.

Last year, more than 600 trees were planted in a space roughly the size of a tennis court at King George’s playing field.

East Devon now not only boasts one site but two, while also being one of the only districts in the country to trial this...

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Breast Screening service to open additional location in Plymouth

The West Devon and East Cornwall Breast Screening service has announced the opening date of its new additional site at Merchant House, Notte Street, Plymouth, PL1 2AH.

On a direct bus route and easily accessible for all, the new location will be operating from 17 February 2025.

The state-of-the-art modern location will have staff available Monday to Friday to carry out...

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MKM Creates 18 Jobs as First New Builders’ Merchant in Plymouth in Over Two Decades

Plymouth, Devon – MKM Building Supplies (MKM) , the UK’s proper independent builder’s merchant, will open its 131st branch in Plymouth on Monday 3rd February 2025, creating 18 new jobs. The branch, which represents the first new builders’ merchant in the city for over two decades, its located in a purpose-built facility designed to offer an unparalleled customer experience for both trade...

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Step Inside Devon Property History: 185-year-old Cofford Farmhouse Opens Its Doors For Luxury Farmstay Experience

Cofton Holidays, the family-run luxury holiday park in Starcross, Devon, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with the grand opening of a brand new holiday accommodation. Cofford Farmhouse is a hidden historical gem that has been part of the landscape since the 19th Century and has been lovingly restored by the Cofton team. Guests staying in the eco-friendly luxury retreat are in for...

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More Aldi stores in Devon to get Inpost lockers

Aldi is installing InPost lockers outside more of its UK stores in Devon.

Thanks to the supermarket’s ongoing partnership with parcel locker provider InPost, more customers can now easily collect and return online orders at the Exhibition Way, Exeter store.

Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket first trialled the lockers at 22 stores across the country in December 2023....

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Trident Gym opens this weekend with prizes to be won

Trident Gym will be celebrating its opening at The Barcode, Drake Circus this weekend with a launch party giving Plymouth’s fitness fanatics the chance to win prizes.

This Saturday (1st February), the new state-of-the-art gym, health and wellness centre will be giving away free day passes for all visitors, alongside complimentary drinks from Red Bull and taster meals from Nutritional...

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Dartmoor Marathon returns after 30 Years, supported by Flapjackery

Lace up your running shoes and prepare to take on the Dartmoor Marathon, which is set to return after more than 30 years.

Supported by Tavistock-based Flapjackery, the challenging run will take place on April 12, 2026, and will cross the moors, taking in some of the UK’s most iconic scenery within the Dartmoor National Park.

The race director is Dave Chanter, from Peter Tavy,...

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Devon Air Ambulance seek volunteers in Exeter

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) not only operates a chain of 22 charity shops but also has a strong online presence through an eBay and ecommerce site, Shopdaat.org , where shoppers can discover preloved treasures from the comfort of their own home. The process of keeping each and every one of those outlets fully stocked is managed from their Exeter warehouse. DAA is calling upon locals who may be...

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