The upgrade of Bishops Tawton roundabout in Barnstaple has been completed. The scheme has added extra lanes to the roundabout to increase its capacity, and pedestrian and cycle links have been improved with the installation of a signal-controlled crossing. Work has also included drainage improvements, installation of new street lighting, surfacing of the footpaths, and the road from Bishops...
Dartmoor-based Bovey Castle is launching The Bovey Academy for up to 12 new recruits, embarking them on a 12 month talent programme that takes students on a year of discovery, whilst equipping school leavers with key life skills - including financial wellbeing; confidence building; cyber security awareness; and developing emotional intelligence among other topics.
Children’s eyesight was given a fun-filled twist by Exmouth opticians when they provided balloon animals and goodie bags.
The Specsavers Exmouth store was decorated with banners and balloons, staff all wore rainbow-coloured tops, and the dozens of youngsters who attended were given gifts, including a high-vis vest and a book explaining the sight test journey.
An inclusive swing has been installed in the play area at a new housing development in Willand for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Bellway included the specially-designed swing in its plans for Fox Mill Gardens at the request of a local mum who lives at the development.
Stevie Anne Hutter contacted the housebuilder to ask if they could install the...
Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) has announced the winner of the Visitors' Choice award in the THG Open exhibition.
The THG Open 2025 showcased over 100 artworks by South West artists reflecting themes connected to the natural world. The Visitors’ Choice Prize was voted for by visitors over the duration of the exhibition (12 July - 23 August).
This October, hundreds of women will step out in solidarity for Warrior Women Walk 2025 — a bold outdoor challenge organised by local charity Trevi, dedicated to supporting women in recovery from trauma, addiction, and abuse.
Now in its fourth year, the women-only walk is more than a fundraising event - it’s a rallying cry for dignity, justice, and freedom. Many of the women Trevi...
Dartmoor’s Daughter – a provider of guided walks which is voted as the number one outdoor activity for Dartmoor National Park on Tripadvisor – is providing an expert-led walk through the resort’s grounds on Friday, September 19th at 6pm, where walkers can learn more about the edible plants and wild botanicals that they are foraging.
Guests will then return to Bovey Castle’s Long Barn...
Sight-saving eyecare clinic Newmedica Plymouth is celebrating after the company was named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women 2025 by Great Place To Work®.
This accolade recognises Newmedica’s commitment to championing gender equality, supporting women’s career development, and fostering a truly inclusive work environment.
The team behind Torbay Baton of Hope , a major local initiative raising awareness around suicide prevention and mental wellbeing, is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new website: www.torbaybatonofhope.com
The site provides a central hub for everything connected to the Baton of Hope relay taking place across Torbay on 30th September this year. Visitors can now explore event...
Plymouth officers have put together another successful work experience scheme to give local students an interesting insight into police life.
The young people from year groups 10 and 11 were invited to apply from 12 secondary schools across the city (PHSG, ICC, Eggbuckland Community College, Torbridge High, Coombe Dean, Plymstock School, Plympton Academy, All Saints Academy, Torpoint...
