Devon

East Devon remains one of the top recyclers in England

East Devon continues to be one of the top performing local authorities, in terms of its recycling and waste collections.

Residents in the district, along with hard working council staff, have ensured East Devon District Council (EDDC) has seen a huge increase in its recycling rates since the implementation of an improvement scheme back in 2016/17. Since then EDDC has jumped from a...

Dedicated Officers and Staff Thanked at North & West Devon Awards Ceremony 

Officers, staff and volunteers from North & West Devon Local Policing Area gathered at the end of April to receive certificates for their bravery and commitment in serving the public.

The group of Devon & Cornwall Police employees are people who have gone above and beyond to keep others safe.

Superintendent Toby Davies, Local Commander for the North & West Local...

Coronation weekend at Butterfly Lodge

At specialist dementia care home Butterfly Lodge in Plymouth staff pulled out all the stops to give residents a royally great Coronation weekend.

Deputy manager, Sarah McCaffrey said: "The weather was no problem because our 'street party' took place indoors.

"Lots of family and friends came along too, and we had live music, dancing, themed party games and a buffet fit for a...

Pete Tong Brings a Slice of the Coronation to Powerdham Castle

Pioneering DJ & Presenter, Pete Tong, promises to recreate a slice of the King's Coronation when he comes to Exeter this Summer.

As Brit DJ, presenter and broadcaster, Pete Tong MBE, prepares to play for King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Coronation Celebration Concert, he promises to recreate a slice of that coronation moment when he brings Ibiza Classics to Powerham Castle on 28...

Vodafone announces 3G switch off from June

Following successful switch off pilots across Plymouth and Basingstoke in February 2023, Vodafone has announced its plans to start switching off the remainder of its UK 3G network from June 2023.

The decision to switch off 3G – which is in line with all UK mobile network operators* – will see 3G coverage gradually phased out and replaced by strengthened 4G and 5G services, meaning...

New bus services launched with improvement plan funding

A new bus service has been launched and another has had its route extended to connect more local communities in Devon. Thanks to funding awarded to Devon County Council’s Bus Service Improvement Plan by the Department for Transport, the new X30 service has been launched from Seaton to Exeter, and the 85 from Tavistock to Barnstaple has undergone enhancements. The X30 Exeter Express Service is...

South Western Railway outlines services during industrial action in May

SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) has outlined its services during industrial action on Friday 12, Saturday 13 and between Monday 15 and Saturday 20 May.

On Friday 12 May a nationwide strike by ASLEF union members will affect SWR’s network-wide depot drivers, who bring trains in and out of service, as well as drivers on the Island Line.

Contingency timetables are still to be...

Everyman launches in Plymouth

Plymouth welcomes luxury cinema to much-loved Royal William Yard

Everyman is proud to announce the launch of its 41st venue located in Britain's Ocean City, Plymouth. Located in South West England, Plymouth is a vibrant and ambitious maritime city. The luxurious cinema will be located in Plymouth’s historic Royal William Yard, a much-loved location surrounded by water, which offers...

Free lunchtime concerts in Chagford

Free lunchtime concerts spice up the Dartmoor town of Chagford every Friday this summer.

Chagford’s Summer Music Series begins on June 9th and continues until the end of August with more than twenty musicians performing across twelve entirely different concerts in the historic parish church. Musical genres span classical, folk, jazz, world music, mediaeval, klezmer, and even sea-...

Help shape our future; Have Your Say on how the region adapts to climate change

People across the region are being asked to give their views on a regional strategy that will help ensure that Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly can make the changes needed to cope with the worst effects of climate change.

From Tuesday May 9 until June 30 residents are being consulted on the Climate Adaptation Strategy for Devon, Cornwall, and Isles of Scilly ahead of its...

Pages