Heather’s wild swim to find brain tumour cure
A brain tumour patient who used cold water swimming as therapy after her diagnosis is taking on a wild swim to fundraise for Brain Tumour Research. Heather Turner, 50 of Brixham in Devon will be sw…
More than 3,300 new blood donors are needed in Devon to meet demand
NHS Blood and Transplant are urging people in Devon to give blood as new targets reveal 3,335 new donors are needed in the county to save lives over the next year.Nationally one million more blood don…
Plans for Levelling Up Fund Round 2 to be discussed
Cabinet is tonight being asked to approve plans to submit a revised funding bid which would see a major investment into two internationally-important sectors for Torbay. The bid, to the government’…
The role our sight and hearing plays in feelings of loneliness
The impact that sight and hearing has on South Devon people’s feelings of loneliness and isolation is being highlighted. Throughout Loneliness Awareness Week (13-20 June), the UK’s leading loneline…
“Inspirational” and “Amazing”- national patient champions Healthwatch England visit Devon services
The NHS in Devon has hosted the national team from health and social care champions Healthwatch England; an independent body, which uses patient feedback to improve standards of care. The team, led…
Road closed due to collision in Torquay
Update: Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious collision in Torquay town centre this evening, Thursday 9 June. Abbey Road is currently closed both ways. Slight delays in and aro…
South Devon shoppers called on to help raise vital funds in charity’s fight against food allergies
This World Allergy Week (5-11 June), generous shoppers in South Devon are being encouraged to help an in-store fundraising campaign to support medical research into food allergies. For the third year…
Dartington Playgoers and Dartington Morris create event to celebrate how Totnes got its name
On June 25, 2022 two well-known local performing arts troupes, the Dartington Playgoers and Dartington Morris, will create a colourful event celebrating the Amazing Adventures of Brutus – the legend o…
TDA announces Chief Executive to step down
After 12 years at the helm Steve Parrock, the Chief Executive of the TDA has announced that he will be stepping down on the 10th of June. Vince Flower, Chairman of TDA Board said “Steve was instrumen…
Torbay Lottery celebrates its fifth birthday
Last month the Torbay Lottery celebrated its fifth birthday and shined a light on the local community groups that have benefitted from its support. Since its launch in 2017, the Torbay Lottery has …
Bank Holiday D-eye-why
Those looking to carry out some home improvements this Jubilee weekend are being urged to do so with caution to avoid a bank holiday sightmare. Every year 2.7 million people end up in A&E due t…
Government lift revised Statutory Direction issued to Torbay Council’s Children’s Services
On Thursday 26 May, Torbay Council received notification that the revised Statutory Direction issued by the government in May 2021 is to be lifted. After receiving an ‘Inadequate’ rating following …
South West residents called to help improve vital MS services
Residents of the South West living with multiple sclerosis (MS) are being called to take part in the UK’s largest MS survey, which will help improve vital MS services and support. The MS Society’s …
£250M fund launched to support SMES across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset
HSBC UK has launched a £15bn lending fund today for small and medium sized businesses with £250m ring-fenced for businesses in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. Supporting local economies, employment oppo…