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Libraries unlimited launches new cancer care collection

Thanks to a successful bid to the Peninsula Cancer Alliance, Libraries Unlimited is launching a brand-new collection of books aimed at supporting those affected by cancer.

The Cancer Care Collection consists of 43 physical books made up of a mixture of adult, young adult and children’s books. These can be borrowed from libraries across Devon and Torbay. In addition there is also a...

Exeter Racecourse unveils its Season's Pass, offering unbeatable value for racing enthusiasts

Exeter Racecourse unveils its Season's Pass, offering unbeatable value for racing enthusiasts

Exeter Racecourse has announced the launch of its highly anticipated 2025/2026 Season's Ticket, providing racing fans with unparalleled access and exclusive benefits for the upcoming season, which begins on October 9. Designed to offer exceptional value, the new Season Ticket is now available for purchase, with special discounted rates for renewing season ticket holders.

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Ambulance service opens up life-saving app alerts to public responders

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) has announced that, as of 2 June 2025, trained members of the public registered with the GoodSAM Responder app, will be alerted to nearby cardiac arrest calls received by the 999 ambulance control room.

GoodSAM which stands for Good S martphone A ctivated M edics, uses mobile GPS technology to notify the nearest...

Smooth Sailing for Exmouth Students as they Achieve National Boating Qualifications

Twelve students from Exmouth Community College are celebrating success after completing a six-week sailing course as part of the school’s popular enrichment programme.

The club, which runs during the first half of the Autumn term and again in the Summer, gives students the chance to learn practical sailing skills while working towards nationally recognised qualifications.

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Sidmouth Couple Celebrate Rare Blue Sapphire Anniversary

Brenda and Chris Jupp celebrated their remarkable 65th wedding anniversary – known as a Blue Sapphire Anniversary – with a joyful party at Vale View Heights Care Home, surrounded by family, friends and the caring team.

The milestone anniversary, which is extremely rare in the UK, was marked with a personalised anniversary card from King Charles and The Queen Consort, which took pride...

Step into Hidden History at A la Ronde: Virtual Reality Shell Gallery and Archaeology Exhibition Open 

Visitors can now experience the past at National Trust A la Ronde, nr Exmouth, Devon, in new ways this summer with the launch of a virtual reality experience allowing access to the Shell Gallery and a new archaeology exhibition called Digging Deeper.

For the first time, visitors can step virtually into one of A la Ronde’s most delicate and intriguing spaces: the Shell Gallery, as...

South Devon College says bon voyage to Trevor the African Bullfrog

Students and staff from the Animal Care Unit at South Devon College have said goodbye and good luck to a rising superstar of the amphibian world.

Trevor, an African Bullfrog, who is the size of a dinner plate, has lived at the college since 2018. He was spotted by Chester Zoo on social media posts and scouted to be the main attraction in its brand-new Africa exhibit.

“I was...

Carers Week 2025 - Holding on to Hope

Carers Week gives us a chance to pause, reflect and shine a light on the quiet strength of unpaid carers across the country, especially those caring for a loved one living with dementia. But for carers, this isn’t just one week a year. It’s every day, often with little respite.

Through my work leading the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance and supporting families, I’ve had the privilege...

SouthWest Saunas to Launch in Haldon Forest

For the Love of Saunas

SouthWest Saunas are set to launch an exciting new wellness venture in the heart of one of the county's most popular outdoor destinations.

Jake Rocking and Yussef Robinson, childhood friends who have returned to their Devon roots, are opening SouthWest Saunas at Haldon Forest Park on Sunday, 20th July. The sauna facility will be located within a ten-minute walk...

10 Summer Job Ideas for Young People in Devon

Summer’s rolling in, and for a lot of young people in Devon, that means one thing: time to make some money. Whether it’s saving for uni, funding festival tickets, or just wanting a bit more independence, a summer job can do the trick.

In Devon, with its buzzing tourism spots, lively seaside towns, and growing online economy, there are loads of ways to earn cash, both in-person and...

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