Devon children face longest wait for mental health first appointment in the South West
Children referred to Devon Partnership NHS Trust’s mental health services face the longest wait for a first appointment out of...
Land deal complete at major South West housing development
One of the developers behind the Cranbrook new town has completed a deal to purchase more land as part of...
Raising funds and awareness in the fight against breast cancer
Staff at two South Devon opticians stores harnessed the power of pink to raise awareness and much-needed funds to help...
Rare butterflies get help from National Grid staff
Improvements to habitats for butterflies and barn owls in South Devon have been made by volunteers from National Grid Electricity...
Devon-based care home chef takes gold in ‘Masterchef’ Showdown
A talented care home chef from Devon has cooked his way to victory in not-for-profit Sanctuary Care’s annual ‘MasterChef’ competition....
How to calm your dog during fireworks on Bonfire Night
For some owners and dogs, Bonfire Night and fireworks season are a huge source of tension and stress. Dogs suddenly...
‘Sound Futures’ project helping young people in Torbay get into work
A new employability programme in Torbay called Sound Futures is helping 16- 24-year-olds get into work. The initiative has been...
First Time Buyers urged to make their move ahead of stamp duty increase
Bloor Homes is urging first time buyers to take a look at their options for buying a new home at...
National Grid safety plea as Bonfire Night approaches
People in Devon planning to celebrate Bonfire Night are being advised to stay well clear of power lines and substations...
Ambulance service seek new Governors with nominations now open
The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is pleased to announce that nominations for Governor positions open on...
Environment Agency urges public to avoid burning a hole in their pockets this Bonfire Night
As Bonfire Night is fast approaching, for people intending to celebrate it this year, the Environment Agency is urging them...
Free energy bills support for Torbay residents
A support scheme called ‘Energy Saving Torbay’ is helping residents save money and stay warm in their homes by offering...
Torquay woman with multiple sclerosis takes on swimming challenge
A Torquay woman with multiple sclerosis (MS) is embracing her impending 60th birthday by taking on physical challenges to fundraise...
Opportunity for ten of Torbay’s young people to receive nationally-recognised youth work training
Ten young people from Torbay are to be given the opportunity to train for a qualification in youth work in...
New chairman for major South West housebuilder
Persimmon Homes has promoted one of its own to a major new role within the company. A stalwart of the...
Voyager Coffee raises £1700 for Project Waterfall during UK Coffee Week
Devon-based roastery, Voyager Coffee, has successfully raised £1700 for Project Waterfall, a charity dedicated to providing clean drinking water, sanitation...
Marking one year of a successful regeneration partnership
Over the past 12-months, the public and private sector partnership has made significant strides forward in reviewing, developing and evaluating...
1,500 Residents demand winter fuel cuts rethink
As Budget Day nears a petition calling on the Government to rethink their planned Winter Fuel Allowance Cuts has already...
Plans for Torbay conservation areas thanks to new partnership with National Lottery Heritage Fund
Three of Torbay’s key areas – Brixham Town, Paignton Old Town and Torquay Harbour – are set to benefit from...
Helping bats take flight in Devon this Halloween
As Halloween approaches, many of us are busy planning festive activities like carving pumpkins, decorating homes, and organising trick-or-treating. One...
