Devon

Earlier this week, Devon & Cornwall Police’s rural affairs team rescued a 72-year-old vulnerable man stranded on Bodmin Moor, whilst on patrol in the new policing all-terrain vehicle (ATV).

Equipped with binoculars and a thermal imager, th e 4-wheel drive Kubota RTV all-terrain vehicle helped the police save a man’s life as they identified and located a member of the public...

What are your views on street stalls selling seasonal craft items in your town?

East Devon District Council (EDDC) wants to hear your thought on the newly proposed draft street trading policy before the consultation deadline on Sunday, 26 February.

Street trader stalls can include outdoor events and markets, street stalls, festivals and food vans at the roadside and in car...

Police in Axminster were out and about in the town last week to lend their support to a fantastic project which helps feed local people.

Picnics in the Parks Axminster took place on Thursday (16 Feb) and families identified as vulnerable were offered free food by local charity Nourish.

Neighbourhood Team Leader, Sergeant Matt Beards said: “Nourish is a local charity, set up...

Aldi has announced it is currently looking to hire 150 colleagues in Devon.

The supermarket is looking for people of all levels of experience to fill roles across the region, with salaries of up to £63,000.

This includes full and part-time positions such as Caretaker and Store Assistant all the way up to Store Manager.

Stores in Devon where Aldi is looking to hire...

People in need of Orthopaedic surgery will benefit from increased theatre capacity in Devon at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust.

Patients including those waiting for knee and hip replacements, shoulder replacements and spinal fusion, have experienced long waits due to limited theatre capacity and the demand for emergency surgery. But three new theatres will help to restore...

Award winning Devon businesswoman Joanne Manville firmly believes that Work Hubs can play an important role in building a successful business.

Joanne can run her virtual assistance business from anywhere in the world to provide back-office, personal assistant support to small business owners.

While the majority of her time is spent working from home, she says the Newton...

Exmouth’s new police station will be open to the public after a campaign by local MP, Simon Jupp. The new front desk will allow the public to share concerns with officers at the front desk. The improved accessibility for residents goes alongside a modern new workplace for the local force.

Police numbers across Devon & Cornwall are due to hit 3,610 in the financial year from April...

A Devon rider regarded as one of motorcycle racing’s hottest prospects is hoping to fulfil that potential after linking up with a history-making team.

Finley (Fin) Arscott, from Lifton, will represent Hand Racing during the upcoming season, fresh off the back of his triumph in the No Limits Racing Pirelli Super Series 600 Championship 2022, in what was only his fourth competitive...

People across Devon are being urged to encourage their loved ones to take up a free blood pressure check on Valentine’s Day.

This comes as new figures reveal many people are struggling to prioritise their health during the cost-of-living crisis.

New research released today by Tesco shows that South West people are more likely to service their cars (62%) and household boilers...