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Local charity turns 20

On 16th October, employees, volunteers, supporters and past clients of local charity CASS+ gathered to mark their 20th anniversary. CASS+ gives free, confidential help and emotional support for people going through court and into life beyond.

20 years ago, the Chief of Devon and Cornwall Probation spotted a real opportunity. She decided that people could make a fresh start if they were offered a lifeline at court. As a result, Mary Anne McFarlane set up the first in-court hub in Cornwall, with free, confidential, practical advice and emotional support for people going through the...

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All aboard - a new initiative to support Devon’s Young Carers

Authored by Sharon Goble
Posted: Thu, 10/02/2025 - 10:43pm

Devon Young Carers at Westbank has launched a new initiative to support young people who care for family members. Called the Young Carers Movement Group, it gives young carers a platform to share their views on the support service provided by Westbank Community Health and Care, as well as suggest improvements, and highlight additional support young carers would like to see in the future. The new group also provides a safe space to talk openly about the challenges and experiences of growing up as a young carer.

As a thank you for their valuable time and input, Devon Young Carers...

Walkies! Take on 62 Mile challenge to Support Dogs Trust Ilfracombe this October 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/01/2025 - 11:11pm

This October, Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is encouraging dog-lovers to put their best foot, or paw, forward to support dogs in need by taking on a brand-new fundraising challenge, 62 Miles in Dogtober, to help the charity continue to fund its vital rehoming services for dogs. Fundraisers can walk, jog, cycle or swim 62 miles throughout the month to complete in their own way.

Participants are asked to complete just two miles a day for the 31 days of October, or 62 miles in total. People can take part solo, bring their dog along for company, or team up with friends, family, or colleagues...

Topsham’s music scene rallies for Devon Air Ambulance in Bond-themed fundraiser

Devon Air Ambulance’s Topsham Vintage & Variety Store Manager, Lee Rawlings, is turning up the volume on community spirit this October as he calls on local musicians and generous businesses to support a dazzling fundraising event: A Night with Bond .

Taking place on Friday 3 October 2025 at 7:30pm at the Exeter FC Centre Sports Bar , this themed evening promises a stylish celebration of music and philanthropy. Guests will be treated to over 20 re-imagined Bond-inspired songs , performed live by a talented ensemble of 30 local musicians who have donated their time and talent...

Exeter Airport firefighters raise over £2,500 for Young Lives vs Cancer

Authored by Jason Clark
Posted: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 11:46pm

Two firefighters from Exeter Airport have raised more than £2,500 for charity after successfully completing the gruelling 100km Gower Peninsula Ultra Challenge in South Wales.

Chris Briggs and Iwan Jones, who serve with Exeter Airport Fire & Rescue Service, took on the two-day endurance event to support Young Lives vs Cancer, a charity that provides vital help to children, young people and their families facing cancer.

The cause was especially personal for Chris, whose sister-in-law, Kaley Fitzsimmons, passed away 10 years ago at the age of just 33 from osteosarcoma...

Exeter property professionals start 165-mile journey for Devon Air Ambulance

A leading Exeter property consultancy is embarking on an epic walking, running and cycling challenge to boost the funds of Devon Air Ambulance.

Fisher German is celebrating its 25th anniversary with its ‘Big 25’ charity challenge, where colleagues will travel between the firm’s 25 UK office locations without using motorised transport to raise money for 25 different charities.

Colleagues from across the firm originally aimed to raise £25,000 from the ambitious relay, but this target has already been smashed, and they are now looking to boost this further. Fisher German...

Firework Extravaganza returns with a Halloween-themed display

Exeter Round Table returns with a Halloween-themed display on Saturday 1st November 2025.

The annual fireworks display returns to Westpoint Arena, Exeter, in support of Devon Air Ambulance for the 13th year in a row this November, and, since the event falls the day after Halloween, it has a chillingly spooky theme.

This year’s Halloween-themed event will feature a fireworks extravaganza choreographed to music by Sonic Fireworks, the 2022 British Firework Champions. Hosted live by Radio Exe, the evening will include funfair rides, catering outlets and a bar making it a...

Exeter YMCA receives £30,000 from Leeds Building Society

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/22/2025 - 9:00pm

Exeter YMCA has received £30,000 in unrestricted funding from Leeds Building Society to create supportive, inclusive and energising communities in which young people can truly belong.

Exeter YMCA is one of the oldest YMCA’s in the world. It believes everyone can experience fullness of life in body, mind, and spirit. The charity’s support is orientated around meeting young people’s needs, including helping them to find and maintain accommodation, as well as addressing their mental health needs and sense of identity.

Figures from the ONS reveal the southwest of England has...

Paul Vice - from Royal Marine to champion fundraiser

Miracle man Paul tackles cancer support challenge

A former Royal Marine dubbed the commando who refused to die is tackling a new challenge to raise money for FORCE Cancer Charity.

Paul Vice, who has a prosthetic leg, plans to walk 232 miles from Exeter to Cheshire unsupported and do a 300ft bungee jump when he gets there.

You can sponsor him at https://www.justgiving.com/page/paul-vice-mc

The ex RM corporal from Exeter suffered catastrophic injuries when he was blown up by an improvised explosive device in 2011 while serving in Afghanistan.

He “died” twice when his heart stopped as he was airlifted back to...

Michelmores 5K Charity Run 2025: Sell-out success at Exeter’s Quayside in support of FearFree

The 2025 Michelmores 5K Charity Run returned to Exeter’s historic Quayside on Thursday 11 September with a sell-out crowd of runners and supporters, raising vital funds for South West charity FearFree .

The event brought together over 1,000 people from across the region for an evening of sport, community, and purpose. Now in its 24th year, the Michelmores 5K has become a staple in the local calendar.

Hosted by former Exeter Chiefs rugby player Chris Bentley, the run was supported by local businesses, running clubs, families and friends – all united in support of FearFree...

Charity mentor nears end of epic fundraiser to help young people move on after childhood trauma

Authored by Sharon Goble
Posted: Tue, 09/16/2025 - 11:11pm

The end is in sight for Newton Abbot resident Alex Lyons, who’s closing in on the finale of a gruelling year-long challenge which has taken him right across Devon: running 50 half-marathons in 50 weeks to mark his 50th birthday and raise £10,000 for the local charity Life Chance Trust.

Alex’s 50th and final run will take place at the Torbay Half Marathon on Sunday, 21st September 2025, marking the end of an epic journey by the volunteer mentor to support vulnerable 16 - 25 year olds like ‘K’, now 18, whom Alex has mentored (story attached).

What started as a wild idea to...

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