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Residents cheer for Chloe's baby gender reveal

A mum-to-be has honoured the elderly people she helps care for in Plymouth by involving them in the gender reveal for the baby she is expecting in December.

Chloe Bryant, 26, works as a kitchen assistant at Butterfly Lodge Nursing Home in St Budeaux, an award-winning nursing home for...

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Malcolm Saville Society Visit to South Devon

April 4 – 6 saw the Malcolm Saville Society having their 29th Annual Gathering based at the Livermead House hotel in Torquay.

Malcolm Saville was an author of children’s adventure stories between the 1940s and 70s, most set in real places which his readers were encouraged to explore for themselves. The Society brings together people from all over the UK (and beyond) who grew up...

Day Out With Thomas™: The Party Tour is Heading to South Devon Railway

All Aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favourite #1 blue engine, is coming to town and we’re celebrating big this year for 80 years of Thomas & Friends™.

Day Out With Thomas: The Party Tour will be stopping at the South Devon Railway on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th June 2025 .

Day Out With Thomas is a fun-filled family event that takes place at Heritage Railways...

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Howard & Over Celebrates Continued Growth with Four Key Promotions

Howard & Over, a leading South West law firm, is experiencing an exciting period of growth, marked by four significant promotions that reflect the firm’s ongoing success and commitment to excellence. With an expanding client base and increasing demand for their legal services, the firm is strengthening their leadership team to support this dynamic progress.

These promotions...

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Tesco to provide donation bags this Easter helping families for school holidays

Plymouth shoppers can pick up an extra bag to put through the checkout this Easter to support families facing financial difficulties during the school holidays.

The popular donation bags pre-packed with healthy long-life food items will be available in large Tesco stores in and around Plymouth during the Easter break (April 7-20) to make donating the most-needed items easier....

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Exam revision tips for parents from South Devon College

With exam season looming, it can be an anxious time for families. Even so, parents and carers can make a real difference in helping with revision.

We asked Jess Tucker, Head of Tutorial and Learner Progress at South Devon College in Paignton, for expert tips on how parents can support their young people during revision.

Here’s her ten top tips for parents and carers:

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Rainy Day Activities in Devon: Unexpected Ways to Enjoy a Wet Weekend

If you live in Devon—or have ever spent more than a week here—you’ll know that a rainy day isn’t just an occasional blip on the weather radar. In fact, parts of Devon see around 1,150 mm of rainfall a year, with coastal and moorland areas bearing the brunt.

Thankfully, Devon has no shortage of creative ways to stay entertained without stepping into a puddle the size of a paddling...

The Princess Theatre, Torquay announce their Charity of the Year

Back in February the Princess Theatre, Torquay announced on their social channels they were on the look out for a new 'Charity of the Year'. A spokesperson for the theatre said "This exciting initiative is all about giving back, building connections, and using the magic of theatre to make a real difference in our community!"

A dedicated panel shortlisted the top contenders and put...

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Dartmouth veteran taking on tough charity trek in aid of soldiers, veterans and their families in memory of his brother

Local community invited to fundraising event in aid of Army Benevolent Fund, 19th April

Dartmouth businessman, Barry Azzopardi, is a former soldier who dedicates his spare time to helping veterans. This June, Barry is taking on one of his toughest challenges yet - the gruelling Cateran Yomp in the Scottish wilderness in aid of the Army Benevolent Fund’s (ABF) support for soldiers,...

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Dive Into Summer: Lympstone Manor’s Annual Pool Party Returns This June

Lympstone Manor is delighted to announce that its legendary Pool Party is back—and this year, it promises to be better than ever. Taking place on Saturday 7th June from 12 noon with the party going till late, tis the perfect celebration to start the summer.

Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary drink on arrival, with three further drinks included in each ticket. The all-day...

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Trust receives £1.2m investment into renewable energy

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) has been awarded £1.2m towards energy efficiency projects and renewable energy.

UHP has been awarded £549,167 for a solar power project in Plymouth, thanks to funding from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The funding is part of a package of £100m from Great British Energy for the NHS to install solar power and battery...

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