The builder behind two major developments in Plymouth has donated £3,000 to the charity arm of Plymouth Argyle FC.
Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon presented the cheque at Home Park to Argyle Community Trust, alongside the Leader of Plymouth Council, Cllr Tudor Evans, and Cllr Sue Dann, Cabinet Member for Sport.
Nineteen children in Years 1 and 2 at Axminster Community Primary Academy helped Little Green Change plant hedgerow saplings on their front playground on Friday 24th January 2025.
Species planted included Elder, Wayfaring, Hazel and Field Maple, all of which were donated by the Devon Wildlife Trust. During the session, the children all learnt lots of important information including...
As a new year gets underway, policing teams in North, East and West Devon have reflected on a busy, but successful year during which they contributed to reducing crime and disorder and keeping communities safe.
The policing section, which includes the city of Exeter, encompasses urban, rural and coastal areas, with officers and staff responding to a plethora of incidents including...
Ambulance Service, is the patient breathing? Yes, but we haven’t got any heating due to a power cut, can someone bring us a heater? This is just one of the many inappropriate 999 calls received by the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) over the past year.
This January, SWASFT is reminding people to use its services responsibly and only call 999 in a genuine...
Pupils from Marine Academy Primary have successfully completed their Walkwise course this month.
Class 2NH have been working closely with the expert road safety team from Plymouth City Council this academic year, honing their observation and awareness skills while crossing roads with an adult.
Every Friday, the class has been exploring their local area and gaining valuable,...
A new housing development in Tiverton, now more than 90% sold, is offering buyers an opportunity to save with price reductions of up to £35,000.
Two four-bedroom detached properties are still available, including the professionally designed show home, which boasts premium upgrades worth over £37,000, such as an upgraded kitchen and landscaped garden.
Every year, The Spires College puts on a school production that all students can choose to take part in. This year, the Director (Mr Mearns) has picked Sister Act the Musical.
Without spoiling the plot, in the Musical, Deloris, who is the Protagonist, finds herself using a Convent for Witness protection. Whilst it might be different to her old life as a performer, Deloris finds...
The highly anticipated English Riviera Walking Festival returns this June with a dynamic programme of guided walks and immersive experiences led by expert guides. Running from 14–22 June, the festival offers something for everyone, with unforgettable adventures across the region’s breathtaking landscapes. Highlights for 2025 include Agatha Christie’s ‘ The Queen of Crime Waves’ , a 12-mile...
Westbank Community Health and Care is marking Warm Welcome Week (20 - 26 January) with an upgraded warm space for members of the community in and around Exminster, seeking a welcoming, heated place during the daytime where they can share a cuppa and conversation this winter.
January can be a particularly challenging time of year, with Blue Monday a low point for many. To help combat...
A new Local Centre is shortly to be completed on a major mixed-use development close to Exeter Science Park. The Tithebarn Local Centre will be a focal point for the community.
A new sculpture will form the central feature in the landscaped area of the Tithebarn Local Centre. The sculpture named ‘ Chaetonotus’ (pronounced ‘key-toe-no-tus’), has been created by East Devon artist,...
