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Libraries across Devon celebrate the Summer Book Quest with special events

Children across Devon can join The Summer Book Quest for free at their local library from 12th July. The brand new Quest has been created by Libraries Unlimited, the charity commissioned to run the libraries in Devon and Torbay. It offers a refreshing change to the usual reading challenge with children encouraged to participate by doing a variety of activities along the theme of "Deep Sea Adventure".

Activities include drawing a sea creature (real or imagined), trying a water activity like swimming or rock pooling, and telling a member of staff an underwater fact. To promote...

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Exeter solicitors Cartridges Law back divorce reforms

Exeter solicitors Cartridges Law are backing a national campaign to change the law and reduce the negative effects of divorce on children.

This week is Good Divorce Week, an initiative which is led by Resolution, an organisation of 6,500 family lawyers and professionals from across England and Wales, which believes in ‘a constructive non-confrontational approach’ to family law matters.

Good Divorce Week aims to provide practical help, highlighting ways for separating parents to put their children’s needs first, as well as calling on government to urgently remove blame from...

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Recent and Future Changes in Marriage and Divorce Laws

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 11/21/2018 - 10:25pm

Laws surrounding marriage in the UK have remained largely unchanged since the Marriage Act 1836 was introduced. Since then the main two changes have been the inclusion of civil partnerships in 2004 and legalisation of same sex marriage in 2013. Divorce law has also undergone few changes, with the 1969 Divorce Reform Act which allows couples to divorce after being separated for two years being its biggest adaptation. There have been a few recent changes and are various proposals that could greatly shake up both marriage and divorce law in the near future.

Longer Notice Periods...

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How to Care for Yourself Before You Start Dating Again

The dating world is a challenging one. Some are looking for true love, some are looking for just a bit of fun, some fall in love at the wrong time, and others are lucky enough to meet the right person at the right time. For every success story there are dozens of failures, and yet we all put ourselves out there for a chance of our very own happily ever after.

The only thing you need to remember when you are on this quest is not to give up. Not after the painful heartbreak or the failed relationship you thought was going to be your forever. There are billions of people out there,...

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Top Innovative Ways for Mothers to Safeguard Their Child’s Futures

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Tue, 11/06/2018 - 11:56am

Parents want the absolute best for their children, and occasionally this means breaking from the mould of tradition and instead opting for new, innovative methods. From preparing them for a better future where they can achieve all their dreams with ease, to simply taking an extra step that will help them if their health ever takes a turn for the worse, here are the top three innovative ways all expecting mothers can start to prepare a bright future for their child.

Get Their Stem Cells Stored

In terms of scientific innovation, stem cell research takes centre stage. This...

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Make your Christmas magical with Cotley Christmas Tree Farm

In every picture-perfect Christmas scene there is a family gathered around a green and twinkling Christmas tree where beautifully wrapped presents await underneath.

For over 16 years, families across Devon have been embarking on a journey into the idyllic Whimple countryside to visit Helen and Lester Bowker’s Cotley Christmas Tree Farm, to select their perfect Christmas tree.

From small beginnings as a livestock farm, the Christmas tree farming duo now have 25 acres of carefully nurtured Christmas trees ready and waiting to adorn your home this festive season. 2017 saw the...

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Looking for Jennifer...

Authored by whitleyite
Posted: Thu, 10/18/2018 - 3:01am

Is your name Jennifer Susan Phillips, maiden name House, you lived In Wokingham from 1950 to ?? then Dennis is looking to reconnect with you

I have learnt that you married Michael Charles Phillips in 1971 at Exeter and I believe that you still live in the Area. We met in Reading and had a relationship that was far to short, at the time you had brilliant red hair that was dyed black, and you worked at London Bottle Closures.

You travelled to Reading by train, often with your friend "Beatle". we spent some of our time together at the pictures, at the "Tavern" and Reading Town...

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Halloween zombie fun at one of Devon’s most popular attractions

Prepare for Halloween horrors as bloodthirsty zombies return to one of Devon’s most popular tourist attractions.

Following the success of last year’s event, The Bear Trail, which is based between Exeter and Cullompton, is once again being turned over to hordes of creepy zombies.

Sign up now for the event, which takes place on Sunday, October 28. Tackle the trail, wade through the muddy ditches and swing out of the reach of the dangerous lurching zombies as they give chase across the trail’s obstacles – and remember, beware what lurks beneath…

Ben Jordan, owner of...

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Cofton Holidays to host ‘fang-tastic’ events programme during October half term

Multi-award winning Cofton Holidays has announced a Spooktacular programme of events for little monsters this Autumn.

As Halloween creeps closer, Cofton has announced a range of activities perfect for keeping the kids entertained this half term. From Wednesday 24th to Wednesday 31st October 2018, children staying at Cofton Holidays can enjoy fang-tastic magic shows, pumpkin carving, ghostly parties and much more.

On Wednesday 24th and Wednesday 31st October, Halloween fanatics can get crafty in a pumpkin carving session. Kids can get stuck in to creating the spookiest and...

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How to help a loved one when they’re arrested

The moment somebody close to you is arrested, especially if it is your child, you will feel as if your whole world has come crumbling down. You’ll likely go into a frenzy, and that’ll result in you making decisions that benefit neither you nor your loved one.

To deal with such a high-pressure situation, you have to be open to thinking objectively, and you have to resolve to make decisions and take actions that aren’t born of worry. Doing that is the only way you’re going to help and protect your loved one when they are arrested. To see exactly what you need to do to do so, check...

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Kooth Online Counselling and Support Service available in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/15/2018 - 4:50pm

Kooth Online Counselling and Support Service Available in Devon Every Day and Throughout School Holidays

XenZone’s Kooth service, commissioned in Devon gives every child and young person aged 11-18 access to free online counselling and emotional wellbeing support every day and throughout summer holidays.

Kooth is anonymous and free at the point of use. Online counselling is available to users through instant chat messaging from mid-day until 10pm on weekdays and from 6pm until 10pm at weekends. Self-help materials, messaging, mood tracking and other support features are...

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