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We Are South Devon
Have you seen man missing from Torbay?
Police have appealed to the public to help them locate a man missing from the To…
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Little litter picker on a mission to clean up the Willows
A 5-year-old from Torquay is tackling a litter problem at the willows by picking…
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Missing 5-year-old found by police in Paignton
Police and Coastguard crews were called to Paignton today, Saturday 20th March t…
Have you seen man missing from Torbay?
Police have appealed to the public to help them locate a man missing from the Torquay area. Police say they are concern…
Little litter picker on a mission to clean up the Willows
A 5-year-old from Torquay is tackling a litter problem at the willows by picking it up himself. Devon Hopkins has alway…
Missing 5-year-old found by police in Paignton
Police and Coastguard crews were called to Paignton today, Saturday 20th March to reports of a missing 5-year old girl. …
Emergency services at scene of incident in Torquay
Update: Police have confirmed an elderly couple were found deceased at the premises. They are not looking for anyone els…
Hero biker found through power of Facebook
A biker, who is being hailed a hero, has been found through Facebook after an emotional appeal by a local mum. The post…
Man charged with murder of Exeter woman
A man has been with the murder of a woman in Exeter.Emergency services were called to a property in Chancellors Way on 1…
Play top trumps at Paignton Zoo
A major partnership between a regional conservation charity and a leading games manufacturer is bringing a new version of an old favourite to the region. Paignton Zoo and Winning Moves, the interna…
New Managing Partner takes the reins at Simpkins Edwards
Devon accountancy firm Simpkins Edwards is celebrating the appointment of its new Managing Partner Mary Jane Campbell. Mary Jane, who also leads the British Junior Carriage Driving Team in her spare t…
Putting the Mad into Madagascar…
There are many extraordinary-looking animals in the world – and the giant leaf-tailed gecko is right up there among them. With its huge and apparently bloodshot eyes and unique fringed appearance, it …
“Beep, beep!” Roadrunners hurry to Paignton Zoo
A new species at Paignton Zoo will evoke fond memories for a generation of cartoon fans. The name Californian earth-cuckoo may not mean much to you, but say roadrunner to people of a certain age and i…
Want to improve your wellbeing? Head for the zoo!
The animals at our top local zoos are healthy and content – but now there’s a new focus on how a visit can improve the wellbeing of human beings. Paignton Zoo spokesperson Phil Knowling said: “We k…
Teignmouth mum to run ‘bucket list’ marathon in London in aid of hospice charities
A Teignmouth mum is taking part in this month’s Virgin Money London Marathon to raise money for two very special hospice charities. Lisa Ross, 43, is running her first ever marathon in aid of Chil…
Springtime in the Zoo is all about plants
Spring is a great time of year to visit Paignton Zoo – but not because of the animals. Curator of Plants and Gardens Alex Brotherton and Head Gardener Catherine Mortimer might be a little biased, b…
Ace runner Karen puts in the miles for Guide Dogs
Fleet-footed optician Karen Stone weaved her way to the end of the first Tamar Bridge 10K road race, raising much-needed money for the Guide Dogs charity. Specsavers director Karen chose the charit…
Lightfoot formally announces The Honest Truth as its Charity of the Year
Lightfoot, the maker of the world’s first technology to reward better drivers, has announced The Honest Truth as its first official Charity of the Year. Having originally asked staff for recommenda…
Octopus playtime at Living Coasts
We’re used to seeing primates and big cats in top modern zoos with toys and puzzles. But an octopus at Living Coasts in Devon seems to be outdoing them all. Whether they’re specially-designed or in…
Exmouth RNLI ‘Boat & Watersport’ Jumble Sale Fundraiser
Exmouth RNLI will be holding a ‘Boat & Watersport’ Jumble Sale at the Lifeboat Station in Queens Drive, Exmouth between 9am – 12 noon on Sunday 7th April 2019. The event is sponsored by Exmouth Es…
Torbay Music Hub launches a new charity
Torbay Music Hub is launching a charity to help provide additional music education opportunities for young people across Torbay. On Thursday 21 March, Torbay Music Hub will formally launch Torbay M…
Echoes from a Torquay Churchyard
By Margaret Forbes-Hamilton & Kevin Dixon Just off Torquay’s Lucius Street stands the Greek Orthodox Church of St…
An unnatural history of Torquay’s Ghosts
The first thing to point out is that it doesn’t matter whether you think that ghosts are real or not to take them se…
A bit of black magic, cat abuse and human sacrifice in Teignmouth
Here at WASD we love a bit of local weirdness so here’s a clip from the 2001 London Weekend Television ‘documentary’ '…
Guest blog: A marathon to honour an angel
I’m Hester, single mum, midwife and mother to an angel baby. In honour of both my daughter and all …
Guest blog – Sexual Assault; Why Aren’t We Talking About It?
I’m 22 years old and I still have to sleep with a lamp on at night; if I don’t, I end up having mass…
Guest blog: A ray of light
Firstly, a huge thank you to everyone who donated money for our Christmas light display in aid of c…
Guest blog: New Years Resolution
As we move into 2017 and the new year many will be looking back on the previous 12 months, thinking …
Guest Blog: The first 12 months running a business in Torbay
Finding a work life balance when you have a full-time job and three small children is a challenge mo…
Guest Blog: Moving from The Valleys of Wales to Torquay
I was eight years old when I was told I had to desert my sleepy cul de sac in Gelligaer- to all non-…
Asset management and investment generates vital income for Torbay
Working on behalf of Torbay Council, TDA has acquired additional investment assets to drive an increase in the Council’s income. TDA’s Estates Team ensures that occupancy levels of Torbay Council o…
Explore award-winning venue at Wedding Showcase
On Sunday 10 March you can explore the award-winning Cockington Court to visualise your wedding day. Cockington Court is holding a Wedding Showcase to show off one of the most romantic wedding venu…
Torbay launches #ApprenticeTakeover campaign
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, which runs from 4-8 March, Torbay’s new Apprenticeship Working Group introduces the #ApprenticeTakeover. Across Torbay, businesses are joining in National A…
ARON Awards 2019: Putting Pride Back Into The Industry
This week, distinguished winners of the ARON Awards 2019 were celebrated at Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa. Hosted by the industry’s “game-changing” Asian Restaurant Owners Network (ARON), the night…