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Devon housebuilder makes Easter donation to local foodbank

Regional housebuilder Allison Homes South West has celebrated Easter by donating over 30 chocolate eggs to a local foodbank.

In the run up to Easter, the housebuilder held a collection amongst the staff at its head office in Tiverton and was able to donate a total of 31 eggs to...

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5 Events to Do This Spring in Devon

Spring is one of the best times to visit Devon since this is when the county comes to life with vibrant colors, fresh air, and a lively atmosphere. From its rolling countryside and stunning coastlines to its charming villages and bustling towns, Devon is the perfect place to experience the changing seasons. Experience the best of Devon's entertainment, culture, and natural beauty this spring...

East Devon District Council funding helps to reduce poverty and social isolation in Exmouth

An Exmouth-based charity has seen an increase in visitors and referrals as East Devon District Council helped to expand the organisation’s services and improve its facilities.

The council, aiming to shift focus from the immediate impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic and prioritise restoring community resilience, decided to use funding from the government’s Contain Outbreak Management...

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Overcoming loneliness one cuppa at a time

A welcoming group which meets weekly in Bideford Library to combat loneliness and isolation is celebrating its first year of success.

The Chatty Café has been so popular that it now has up to 40 people flocking to enjoy a bowl of soup and welcoming company each week.

The project was started in April 2024 with money from the Government’s £30 million Know Your Neighbourhood...

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Devon’s Social Scene: Where to See and Be Seen This Year

Just like most counties in the UK, each year Devon has a jam-packed social scene with multiple events throughout the year. There are a wide array of different events on the calendar, so there's something that will meet each person's preference. On top of that, some of these social and cultural events are the best in the area, and a great place to be seen out and about. Rather than hide in...

Successful nappy recycling scheme could see district-wide roll out

A 12-week recycling scheme to dispose of nappy and absorbent hygiene product (AHP) in an environmentally friendly way was trialled with overwhelming success.

East Devon District Council (EDDC) officers are now putting together a business case, in hopes of rolling out a district-wide scheme – looking at the financial viability and environmental sustainability.

The trial was...

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Lettuce Curtis: Devon-born pilot honoured in powerful 'women in war' exhibition with first all - female RAF flypast

The International Bomber Command Centre (IBCC) has commemorated the extraordinary contributions of wartime women with the launch of a new exhibition, as part of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day.

Guests gathered on Friday 14 March to mark the opening to the IBCC Women in War book festival , which featured the unveiling of ten striking steel silhouettes and the...

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Photography Competition for Devon Residents to Win £1,000 Luxury Getaway

To mark 20 years of championing care in communities across the UK, leading homecare provider Caremark is inviting Devon residents to enter its unique photography competition titled ‘ What is care? ’ for a chance to win a £1,000 luxury getaway.

Whether it’s a simple gesture like someone holding another’s hand, a care worker in action, a comforting hug between family or friends, or the...

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Aldi gives shoppers in Devon the chance to win a year's supply of too good to go surprise bags

Ahead of Food Waste Action Week (Monday 17th March – Sunday 23rd March), Aldi and Too Good To Go are giving shoppers in Devon the chance to win a year’s supply of Too Good To Go Surprise Bags.

To enter, shoppers simply need to email their top food waste tip to TooGoodToGoCompetition@aldi.co.uk .

The competition will be open to entries from Thursday 13th March until Friday...

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Dementia Care Non-Profit Appeals for Home Hosts to Meet Demand in Devon

An award-winning, not-for-profit dementia day care service, The Filo Project , is looking for more people to host small groups of people across Mid- and North Devon, to meet growing demand in the area.

Just as a childminder opens up their home, The Filo Project’s innovative model sees carefully-selected hosts collecting small groups of people with early to moderate dementia and...

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Tide of Interest as New Show Homes Launch in Devon Hotspot

Bloor Homes, the developer bringing 149 new sustainable homes including 27 affordable homes to Dawlish, has celebrated the opening of its new showhomes and sales suite at its Dawlish View development last weekend (15/16 March).

All the new homes include PV solar panels and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points, while those homes without a garage have a dedicated bike store aimed at...

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