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Devon County Council’s winter service teams are prepared and ready if they are called into action over the Christmas holidays and throughout the rest of the winter season.

The authority has upgraded six gritters to replace older vehicles in its winter fleet of 37 frontline gritters.

So far this winter, around 3,000 tonnes of salt have been used on Devon’s roads. The Council starts the winter season with around 24,000 tonnes of salt in its depots.

Councillor Stuart Hughes, Devon County Council Cabinet Member for Highway Management, said: “Our gritter drivers have a...

Time is vital in facing your daily life. It is the main reason why your watches need excellent care for it to last long. Like any other item, you can't always be sure that your watches will still be in good condition. If you ignore your watch's old and dirty state, it'll cause even more damage, which can lead to more expensive repairs. Wear and tear can also render your valuable watch virtually useless.

Horologists are people who make expensive designer watches. They are also called artisans as their crafts are often expensive. You might have to go to a horologist to service a...

Devon County Council is asking road users to travel with care over the next few days and into the weekend as heavy rain is forecast and flooding likely in several areas.

Currently highways teams are working to clear flooding in several places including at the Countess Wear Roundabout in Exeter.

A Yellow Weather Warning is in place until tomorrow and another is in place on Saturday night and into Sunday morning.

Heavy rain is forecast, especially over high ground with many places within the warning area seeing 10-15 mm of rain.

However, some areas may see as...

The Recycled Candle Company is opening its doors to chaps who need inspiration, advice and beer when deciding what gifts to buy for their loved ones.

Friday 20th December is the date for last minute male shoppers who need guidance with their Christmas gift selection this year.

Richard Hills-Ingyon and Sargon Latchin of The Recycled Candle Company are keeping the Gandy Street shop open until late to give suggestions for guilt-free gifts that don’t cost the earth.

Richard explained: “We are on a mission to prevent those last-minute purchases at the local garage which...