McDonald’s in Tiverton, at Tiverton Retail Park, which is owned and operated by local Franchisee, David Shawyer, has reopened after a ‘Convenience of the Future’ redesign, which promises to deliver a better customer experience for all.
At the reopening, David and his team were joined by representatives from CEDA – an Exeter‑based charity – to present a £20,000 donation that will help...
New research led by the RSPCA, Dogs Trust, and the York Health Economics Consortium is calling on people across Devon to make their voices heard on the possible return of dog licensing.
The research will explore how dog ownership could be made safer and better supported, with a particular focus on public attitudes towards dog licensing. As part of this work, researchers are seeking...
Five libraries in Devon are encouraging everyone to craft with nature this February half-term. Developing new skills and perspectives through artist-led, affordable workshops for all ages. From using paint made from plants or lino printing to celebrating wildlife with cardboard creations, people are invited to explore their connection to the natural world.
Thousands of primary school children across Devon are discovering their musical skills thanks to taking part in the UK’s biggest band-based music education programme, which prioritises group learning, an accessible music curriculum and regular performance opportunities.
More than 2,200 children in Devon are taking part in Rocksteady’s weekly in-school band lessons, where children are...
Firearms owners are being urged to check if their previously lawful weapon is one of five now classified as illegal – and to hand them in safely during a month-long amnesty. Police forces across England and Wales will be holding a four-week firearms amnesty (February 2-27) for five models of side or top-venting (TVBFs) weapons manufactured by Bruni. The following five imitation firearms can...
Solicitors from Enable Law swapped briefing papers for battle‑ready wheelchairs when they joined an action‑packed wheelchair rugby session.
Enable Law partner Michelle Biddulph and solicitor Katherine Moyse left the office behind to take part in a lively taster session run by the West Country Hawks Wheelchair Rugby Club.
It allowed them to experience first‑hand the intensity...
A Plymouth-based minibus operator has launched a new community initiative aimed at giving something back to local charities and the people they support.
DAn Travel, a small independent transport provider, has introduced Miles That Matter , a year-long campaign offering free day-trip transport to charities across Plymouth and the surrounding areas.
The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth has added to its tally of recent awards by picking up two more, this time in the 2025 Primary Times Star Awards.
The popular free family attraction in East Devon, which is home to around 200 resident donkeys, scooped the Best Half Day Out award, and runner up in the Best Value for Money category, as voted by readers of the Devon edition of the Primary...
More than 60 jobs in the South West and Black Country have been safeguarded after the purchase of a critical supplier to the nuclear and defence sector.
Rapidly expanding Clarity Group has purchased Cofast and sister company NDB Engineering from the administrators in a deal that will provide security and fresh investment for robotics and a host of productivity improvements.
A Devon firm is creating new jobs and investing £500,000 after sealing a major deal with an iconic trailer maker.
C&O Trailers has become an official distributor for the world-renowned Ifor Williams Trailers, supplying its full range from its Pitt Farm site near Cullompton.
The move marks a significant expansion for the C&O Group which already sells agricultural,...
