Devon

Newton Abbot School Earns National Recognition for Making a Difference

All Saints Marsh CofE Academy (ASM), part of the Learning Academy Partnership, has been awarded Certificate of Achievement status in the 2026 Pearson National Teaching Awards, in the Making a Difference – Primary School of the Year category. This national recognition celebrates the school’s dedication, impact, and commitment to providing an outstanding education for every pupil.

...

Lifton School Pupils Enjoy New Early Years Outdoor Play Area

Children at Lifton Community Academy, part of the Learning Academy Partnership, are making the most of their new outdoor play area.

The space gives young children a safe and engaging environment to explore and develop, featuring trikes, water play, and a range of other equipment designed to encourage active learning, coordination, and imaginative play.

Staff say the new play...

Safe bus helps over 1,300 people in Plymouth

A static bus set up for partygoers in Plymouth has welcomed over 1,300 people onboard since it was first launched in April 2024, providing a friendly drop-in service for anyone in need of support or medical care whilst on a night out.

Over half of the people who visited the Safe Bus received treatment from on-board paramedics, which is estimated to have saved over 400 calls for...

Cub Scouts from Devon Go Interstellar in National Space Centre Discovery Day

On Sunday Cub Scouts from Devon together with more than 500 others from across the UK, blasted off on an out of this world mission at the National Space Centre. The day was packed with enough excitement to send enthusiasm into orbit.

The event gave young people the chance to explore the wonders of space and aviation first-hand. Designed to spark curiosity and build skills that aren’t...

All Aboard for Learning: St Michael’s Pupils Explore 200 Years of Railway History

Pupils in years 3 and 4 at St Michael’s C of E Academy , part of the Learning Academy Partnership, enjoyed an unforgettable field trip this term on the steam train from Buckfastleigh to Totnes Riverside to celebrate 200 years of the modern railway.

The visit coincided with the award-winning Railway 200 Exhibition Train, ‘Inspiration’, which was at Totnes Riverside station on the...

Spring wreath workshop brings creativity and community spirit to Radford House

Homeowners at Radford House, a new retirement community in Exeter, enjoyed a relaxing and creative afternoon last week as they were joined by guests for a bespoke spring wreath-making workshop hosted by Leaf Street Flowers.

Held in the welcoming socialising spaces at Radford House, the workshop offered attendees the opportunity to embrace the new season while learning the art of...

10 - year-old aims to Finn-ish Snowdon hike for Dad

A 10-year-old boy, from Barnstaple, is to hike up Mount Snowdon to raise money for Help for Heroes and to honour his father who is a Royal Marine.

Finnley Hunter, who will be 11 when the hike takes place on 9 May, will be accompanied by his mum, Rachel, as they participate in the Charity’s Heroes Hike up Yr Wyddfa , the highest peak in Wales.

Rachel explained: “As a proud...

Exmouth Community College Students Shine in Annual Dance Production “The Blend 2026”

Exmouth Community College (ECC) recently celebrated its annual dance production, The Blend 2026, featuring over 80 talented students. The performance this month was a sell-out, highlighting the excitement and community support surrounding the show.

The event showcased a wide variety of performances, including GCSE and A-level choreography, pieces from all exam classes, dance club...

Allison Homes retains five-star HBF customer satisfaction rating

Allison Homes is celebrating being awarded a coveted five-star Customer Satisfaction rating for another year. With its headquarters in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, Allison Homes operates across the East of England, East Midlands and Southwest regions.

The HBF’s annual survey is one of the most respected benchmarks in the housebuilding industry, based entirely on feedback from...

Yorkshire Building Society in Plymouth extends opening hours to support savers at tax year changeover

Colleagues at the Yorkshire Building Society branch in Plymouth are opening their doors on Saturday 4th and Saturday 11th April to help savers make the most of the last day of this tax year and the first weekend of the new tax year.

The branch, at 169 Armada Way, will be opening from 9am -12pm on both the Saturdays, for existing members and new customers looking to make the most of...

Pages