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Exeter Racecourse launches Community Raceday and calls for Devon’s community heroes

Exeter Racecourse has launched a brand-new Community Raceday and is inviting people across Devon to nominate a community hero who deserves recognition.

Community Raceday takes place on Friday, February 20, during half term, and coincides with Devon Day at the racecourse. The initiative celebrates the people who make a real difference in their communities – from volunteers and carers to sports coaches, fundraisers and quiet grafters who go above and beyond.

Every nominee will receive a free ticket to Exeter Racecourse, and one overall winner will be treated to a Family...

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5 Hobbies That Can Make You Money

Did you know that many common hobbies can make you money? Turning your favourite hobby into a money-making business is a fantastic way to make a career out of something that you love. With this in mind, here are five popular hobbies that could make you money.

1. Writing

There are plenty of ways to make money from quality writing. For instance, many writers start their own blog focusing on a topic that they’re passionate about; this could be anything from fashion and food to business and politics. Over time, you should build up a regular flow of visitors to your blog, and...

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Domestic abuse bill requires significant cash investment says Exeter lawyer

Exeter lawyer Penny Scott, who has contributed to the consultation on the Domestic Abuse Bill which is now being debated in Parliament, says more investment is needed if the Bill is to be effective.

Penny, who is a partner at Cartridges Law and chair of the Family Law Committee of the Law Society, said it was part of the business of the Committee to respond to bills of this nature with recommendations.

The bill had its first reading this month in the House of Commons and will be debated following its second reading on a date due to be announced.

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Summer fun for everyone at The Donkey Sanctuary

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 11:14pm

As The Donkey Sanctuary’s 50th anniversary celebrations continue, the Sidmouth sanctuary offers a whole host of activities and events providing the perfect family day out this summer. From the ‘People’s Choice Award’ winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden, to the annual Summer Fair and the new ‘Adoption Donkey Guess Who Trail’.

The ‘Chelsea’ show garden has been rebuilt at the Sidmouth sanctuary, giving visitors the chance to see it for free for many years to come. The garden is a lasting legacy from the prestigious show. It was designed to showcase the charity’s international work...

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Three SW groups shortlisted for housebuilder's £1m prize fund

Authored by Sarah
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 5:07pm

Regional housebuilder Persimmon Homes South West has shortlisted three groups supporting under-18s to go forward for a chance to win up to £100,000 through its Building Futures campaign.

The groups have been selected from three categories targeting grassroots sports groups, health organisations and arts & education projects.

Shine 21 Dorset Down Syndrome Buddy Club will represent the arts & education category at the national final, North Devon Marlins Swim Academy has been selected to represent sport and Compass Disability Services health.

Shine21 is a...

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Family friendly event marks 100 years of bus travel in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 11:22am

The largest gathering of historic Devon General buses for many years will be on display at Newton Abbot Racecourse, to celebrate the centenary of Devon General.

The Devon General Centenary Rally will take place at Newton Abbot Racecourse on Sunday 4 August, from 10am to 4pm, and promises to be a fun-filled day for families and bus enthusiasts alike.

Organised by the Devon General Society and supported by Stagecoach South West, the free to enter event marks 100 years since the founding of Devon General, giving members of the public a chance to admire and travel on a range of...

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Redrow launches new school at Romansfield

Authored by Purplefish1
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 10:45am

A brand-new primary school has been opened at Redrow Homes’ Romansfield development in Okehampton, Devon.

St James Church of England Primary & Nursery School, for children aged two to 11, has recently opened and is situated opposite the site providing parents with the peace of mind that their little ones can walk to school safely and within a short distance.

With 13 children having already enrolled, and more expected in September, the school is helping to create a thriving community at Romansfield which only launched in February this year.

Louise Coles, area...

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Redrow Homes offers community fund for deserving causes in Okehampton

Authored by Purplefish1
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 10:40am

Redrow Homes has created a community fund to donate to the most deserving causes in Okehampton, home to its new Romansfield development.

The housebuilder is inviting local people and organisations to write to them, explaining how they would benefit from funding. The team at Redrow will then decide on which causes will receive the £2,000 financial boost.

Previously, funding provided by other Redrow divisions has contributed towards new benches for a local primary school and a book exchange being opened in an old converted telephone box for the community to enjoy.

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The importance of finding the right mobility scooter supplier

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 10:19am

For those with mobility scooters, it is inevitable that, at some point, your scooter will need repairs in order for it to work at its full potential and give you the quality of movement that you deserve. However, choosing a mobility scooter part supplier should not be an easy decision, and it is important that you are able to trust a seller that will be able to give you the important scooter repairs that you need without any concerns.

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Most mobility scooter part suppliers will be operating off the internet due to the specialism of the stock and the...

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Popular Devon theme park and resort invests £570,000 ready for the summer

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 8:18am

A popular Devon family attraction has invested £570,000 in their theme park and resort to improve visitor experience and facilities.

Crealy Theme Park and Resort have invested the large sum of money to improve the facilities for visitors in time for the summer, including completely revamping the picnic area, erecting a permanent Big Top arena and creating a toilet facility for people with additional needs. They have also invested in seven new lodges for their resort, Crealy Meadows.

Crealy’s general manager Josh Haywood said: “Every year we look for new ways to improve...

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Summer crisis: RSPCA gets call about dumped animal every 6 minutes

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/31/2019 - 1:12am

The RSPCA is warning of a summer abandonment crisis with a 85% increase in the number of reports about dumped animals in the summer months.

The oldest and biggest animal welfare charity in England and Wales is expecting to see a huge rise in calls about abandoned pets, often dumped in boxes, thrown in bins or left on the side of roads.

Throughout June, July and August last year, the RSPCA received 23,673** calls about dumped animals which equates to one call every 6 minutes.

This is an increase of at least 85% on the number of animals reported abandoned during the...

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