East Devon District Council will receive a government funding boost to address the impacts of wastewater on water quality in the River Axe.
A range of factors, including agriculture and new homes built in the area, contribute to the pollution of the River Axe, even after wastewater treatment. Levels of phosphates in the river, part of which is a Special Area of Conservation, is...
Virgin Media O2 is opening six additional National Databank Hubs in O2 stores across the South West to help people experiencing poverty get online and stay connected this Christmas and beyond.
These O2 stores are now part of the National Digital Inclusion Network offering free O2 mobile data, texts and calls to people who need it - regardless of their mobile operator. With these...
Well-respected wealth management company Prydis has moved from Exeter City Centre to the beautiful grounds of Winslade Park at Clyst St Mary.
The newly built offices at Clyst House with an impressive footprint of 6,200 square feet set in stunning grounds, are now home to 60 staff members from the Wealth and Accounts teams.
In addition, the company also has offices in Newquay...
All Saints Academy Plymouth (ASAP), part of the Ted Wragg Trust , have held the grand opening of their new community hub (28th November.)
Students, staff members, representatives of external agencies and the local community all came together to officially open the Burrington Community Hub. The hub has been named to honour the past legacy of the school which was formerly known as...
This Grief Awareness Week, Ben and Jake Parsons, 22-year-old twins from Newton Abbot, are opening up about the devastating loss of their stepdad, Paul Holmes, and the incredible support they received from Rowcroft Hospice during the most challenging time of their lives. Paul, a celebrated local football legend known for his time with Torquay United, passed away earlier this year at the...
Pupils and staff from Marine Academy Primary (MAP), part of the Ted Wragg Trust, have taken part in a sponsored poppy walk to raise funds for the Royal British Legion this month.
Miss Hansford and Miss Gibson joined some of the school’s Forces Friends children on Saturday 9th November for the walk which raised £210, over double the target amount! The walk was about 3 km long and...
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Trust will be holding a community nursing recruitment event for registered nurses in December, with job offers being made on the spot. Student nurses, registered nurses, or nurses looking to return to practice after a career break are encouraged to attend the event to discover the rewarding role in the Urgent Care Nursing team, delivering patient-...
Cofton Holidays, an eco-friendly holiday park managed by a local Devon family, has been crowned top dog at the prestigious DogFriendly Awards , recognising their dedication to creating unforgettable holidays for guests and their four-legged friends.
Cofton Holidays Directors, Helen Scott and Mellony Kirby, were delighted to collect the honour of Holiday Park of the Year at the...
A Devon carer has been named care worker of the year at the South West regional finals of the Great British Care Awards.
The awards recognise the excellent work of care providers and individual carers within the care industry. There are ten regional awards, culminating in a national award early next year.
George Silimon is a team leader at Sefton Hall care home in Dawlish,...
Devon based Café, The Bucket & Spade, is thrilled to announce it has received the prestigious Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, for the second year running. Nestled on the beautiful Jurassic coastline with spectacular panoramic views, this popular café was awarded top marks for quality of food, friendly service and ambience from visitors and locals in the area.
