It’s not too late to have your free NHS flu vaccination to protect yourself and your loved ones this winter.
Due to the current increase in the rates of flu and other respiratory infections, extra drop-in clinics are running for those eligible to get their free NHS flu vaccine and/or their seasonal COVID-19 booster vaccination.
Pregnant women, and those aged 75-79 and people...
Westbank Community Health and Care has opened the doors of its warm, welcoming winter space for the communities of Exminster and Starcross, and is trialling a new shuttle service two days a week to help local people get there.
Warmwell at Westbank is within the charity’s recently revamped Community Hub and is open Monday - Friday from 10am for anyone seeking a welcoming, heated space...
Stagecoach South West has launched a new campaign to recognise the everyday heroes who have made a difference in their communities this year, often quietly without expecting anything in return. The bus operator is calling on residents from Exeter, East Devon, Mid Devon, Torbay, Teignbridge, Plymouth, North Devon to nominate someone whose actions have supported others, strengthened their...
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, organised 100 hampers to be delivered across Devon to local veterans this Christmas. Now in its 17th year, this annual initiative is a cherished tradition uniting the community with a shared vision to spread joy and offer meaningful support.
SSAFA supports veterans, serving personnel and their families and have proudly undertaken this initiative,...
Grosvenor Casino Plymouth has raised the stakes for gaming fans across Devon after unveiling a jackpot investment with the rollout of 20 new Slot machines.
The casino is placing its bets on giving its customers more ways to play by enhancing its premium gaming offer, increasing the total number of slot machines to 40 and delivering an even more exciting and entertaining experience...
With four kids between us aged 12 to 18, organising a festive family outing usually involves spreadsheets, negotiations and at least one teenager muttering, “Do I have to come?” under their breath.
So when Icescape Westpoint announced its much-anticipated return, we jumped at the chance to test whether it could deliver that rare miracle: something all of them would enjoy.
A solid silver prayer book has recently been gifted to Rowcroft Hospice. The beautifully bound book reconnects the hospice to its heritage and the kindness that has helped shape the Rowcroft story.
This October, Frances Adley and her daughter Ruth, visited Rowcroft to meet with its Chief Executive, Mark Hawkins, and to present the prayer book. The book was originally given by Ella...
Aer Lingus is expanding its transatlantic network with a brand-new route launching next year. From 25th May 2026, the airline will commence a new service to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Customers flying from the UK to Pittsburgh can conveniently connect at Dublin from 13 UK airports including: Exeter , Cornwall Airport Newquay , Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Leeds...
Exeter Racecourse will host its first-ever Christmas Cup on 18 December, adding a prestigious new race to one of the South West’s busiest pre-Christmas events. The trophy will be contested as part of the Racing Blogger Christmas Cup Handicap Chase, a meeting that already draws hundreds of racegoers eager for a festive day out.
The organisers of South West’s major boat show have announced it will return in 2026 after a successful inaugural event in June 2025.
Plymouth Boat Fest 2025 attracted over 50 exhibiting companies and 30 vessels, ranging from marine technology to leisure, services, conservation and more. Next year’s event is scheduled for Saturday 20th June 2026 hosted at Plymouth Yacht Haven....
