A centuries-old tradition will return to North Devon when sheep are driven across Bideford Bridge during the Bideford Town Fair on Saturday 8th August at 10.00 am.
The ceremonial sheep drive, last undertaken in 2012, will be led by the historic Incorporation of Weavers, Fullers and Shearmen as part of celebrations marking 555 years since the Guild was gifted land in Exeter on which it...
Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to 15 Nationwide branches in The South-West over summer, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.
Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to families and...
A new police team has been established to work closely with communities, focusing on the issues affecting local people, such as antisocial behaviour (ASB).
The Neighbourhood Support Team (NST) is made up of six PCs and a Sergeant who provide an increased policing presence in neighbourhoods to reassure communities, deter offenders and prevent crime.
A DEVON optician is preparing to run the Grand Western Canal, having been inspired by his best friend’s daughter who’s been battling acute leukaemia.
Neil Millen, a director at the locally owned and run Specsavers Bideford, is pulling on his running shoes to raise as much money as he can for the charity Cure Leukaemia after seeing 15-year-old Daisy McGowan battle the disease for two...
As temperatures across the UK continue to rise and forecasters warn of further heatwaves this summer, renewable energy specialist Exeter-based SunGift Solar is urging homeowners to consider a little-known Government Grant that could play a vital part in keeping households cool as global temperatures rise.
The advice comes as parts of the UK prepare for temperatures above 30°C in the...
90% of Plymouth retailers were found to be compliant with sales of age-restricted products as part of an operation that took place last week.
On Monday 8 June, Devon & Cornwall Police’s Child-Centred Policing Team and Plymouth Police Cadets worked with The Heart of the South West Trading Standards to conduct a test purchase operation in the city centre.
This year’s Learning Disability Week (15 to 21 June) asks “Do you see me?” and is all about ensuring people with a learning disability are seen, heard and valued. This aim is shared by Devon County Council’s Reaching for Independence team which offers short-term enabling support to people aged 17 years and upwards with eligible social care needs or likely to have them.
Plan your travel now! That’s the message to concertgoers heading to Devon’s biggest music event of the year.
With TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham just two weeks away, organisers are urging ticketholders to make their plans for getting to and from the headline shows now to ensure they have the best possible experience.
Live At Powderham runs for four nights from Thursday...
If you have a full driving licence, are over 21 with two years’ driving experience and access to a vehicle, becoming a Devon Community Driver could be the perfect opportunity.
Devon Community Drivers , a joint project between Devon Communities Together and Devon Access to Services (DAS), is encouraging residents across Devon to become volunteer drivers and inviting Community...
With the launch of the National Dog Survey 2026 Dogs Trust, which has rehoming centres in Salisbury and Ilfracombe , is giving people in the South West the chance to share their stories about the vital role that dogs play in our lives, whether they have a dog or not. The survey helps Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, to improve dog welfare and understand the needs, concerns...
