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Libraries bring creativity to life

Devon and Torbay libraries are set to burst with colour, sound, and imagination this autumn as Libraries Unlimited unveils its exciting new programme, running from 1st August to 31st October, under the vibrant theme ‘Get Creating’.

Far from the quiet spaces of the past, libraries will host everything from craft workshops and discos to live theatre and concerts. Visitors can learn to make musical instruments, explore bugs, build fantasy houses, or create watercolours, mosaics and screen-prints—all within their local library.

Libraries will transform by day and night....

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Giant ‘Babies’ Cry, ‘Not Your Mum? Not Your Milk’

Yesterday, ahead of World Milk Day (1 June) and because of Devon’s long history of dairy farming, two giant PETA “babies” holding signs proclaiming, “Cows’ Milk Is for Baby Cows” and “Not Your Mum? Not Your Milk!” descended on Exeter’s high street.

They highlighted how unnatural it is to drink the milk of any animal past weaning age – let alone that of another species, like a cow who was forcibly impregnated and whose baby was taken from her – and encouraged the people of Exeter to go vegan. PETA supporters also handed out free samples of Alpro’s strawberry soya milk.

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D-Day role highlighted in 80th anniversary exhibition

Exeter Airport’s vital role in supporting the allied D-Day invasion of Europe 80 years ago is being highlighted in a two-day public exhibition at the airport.

The D-Day 80th anniversary event is being hosted by Chris Wiseman and Jerry Bird on 5 and 6 June, from 11am to 7pm on both days in the airport terminal. Car parking is available for just £2 per day in Car Park 4, and the airport’s Cove Café will open on both days.

Chris presents talks about the history of the RAF at Exeter and is also the creator of the RAF Exeter and Exeter Airport Memories websites. Jerry Bird...

Exeter Heritage Harbour Festival is back

Exeter’s popular Heritage Harbour Festival returns on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th June, with a packed programme of free entertainment for all the family. The festival is a celebration of the city’s maritime history and Heritage Harbour status.

Amongst the many highlights on the Saturday, people can enjoy free taster sessions with Saddles and Paddles (booking required), or even take a ride on a River Exe Swan Boat (land-based version) with Burn the Curtain Theatre. There will also be guided walks, talks and even Red Coat Canal Tours with Exeter Cruises. On the Piazza Terracina,...

Killerton takes centre stage in BBC TV’s Hidden Treasures of the National Trust

Airing on Friday 31 May, Killerton will be one of the central stories in Hidden Treasures of the National Trust .

Scheduled for 9pm on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, the programme will reveal new and compelling stories about the work going on behind the scenes of the National Trust to conserve incredible objects and properties and the passionate staff and volunteers who care for them. Each episode explores a different central theme, linking the houses, their histories, and collections as they undergo conservation.

Killerton will be one of the locations, featuring in episode 4...

How to make your money go further in 2024

There can be few of us who have not been affected by the 'cost of living crisis'. Even as the Prime Minster issued a statement claiming inflation was back to normal, that still means that prices are going up, not down. Rishi Sunak claimed that,

"Today marks a major moment for the economy, with inflation back to normal. This is proof that the plan is working and that the difficult decisions we have taken are paying off. Brighter days are ahead, but only if we stick to the plan to improve economic security and opportunity for everyone."

However, regardless of what...

Overnight closures planned on A361 and A380 in June

Overnight maintenance work will be carried out on the A361 and A380 next month (June).

A number of overnight closures will be needed to undertake the work which includes re-tensioning of safety barriers, line marking, grass cutting, gully emptying and bridge inspections. All of the closures will be from 8pm to 6am.

The A361 will be closed overnight in both directions between Bolham roundabout and Gornhay from 8pm on the evening of Sunday 16 June until 6am the following morning (Monday 17 June).

On the evenings of Monday 17 June and Tuesday 18 June, the road will...

Exeter IT support company takes home an award at Devon & Plymouth Chamber Awards

Timewade , a leading technology partner for SMEs, won the Workforce Developer of the Year Award, at a ceremony at Crowne Plaza Plymouth on 17 May.

The Devon & Plymouth Chamber Awards celebrates the county’s leading entrepreneurs and businesses of all sizes and sectors.

The winners were announced at an awards ceremony on 17 May at the Crowne Plaza Plymouth.

Local technology partner Timewade took home the Workforce Developer award, celebrating the organisation’s approach to the learning and development of their team.

The award recognises Timewade’s...

Major south west developer helps out local parish council

One of the leading developers behind the Cranbrook expansion scheme has donated £1,000 to a local parish council.

Persimmon Homes South West selected Broadclyst Parish Council as one of its latest Community Champions winners after it applied for funding to set up a Little Free Library in Tithebarn, located at the entrance to the developer’s Cherrywood Grange site.

This is part of its ambition to create outdoor community assets across the parish, including in Tithebarn, to increase social cohesion, reduce isolation, and inequalities, as well as provide positive spaces for...

Active Devon To Deliver A Two Year Child Pedestrian Training Programme Across Devon

Active Devon Launch 'Walkability', a Child Pedestrian Training Programme During Walk To School Week

Walking is good for children, families and their environment. A generation ago, 70% of primary school children walked to school – now it’s just over half*. To help reverse this trend, Active Devon is delighted to announce they are launching a two-year Child Pedestrian Training programme (CPT), to enable children to learn key pedestrian road safety rules.

Co-designed with teachers across Devon, the programme has been designed to offer support when it is most needed and when...

Schools are gearing up for Climate Action Countdown month

Schools around the UK are invited to sign up to the most exciting collaborative and fun climate event for schools to take place this year - The Climate Action Countdown . Four weeks of climate action activities and events will take place from 7 June to 5 July 2024 – helping to inspire and engage students with fun activities related to reducing their own and their schools’ carbon footprints and protecting nature.

30 climate charities are coming together – as part of the Let's Go Zero campaign, which supports schools to be zero carbon by 2030 - to create a month of climate action...

Local News

Libraries bring creativity to life

Giant ‘Babies’ Cry, ‘Not Your Mum? Not Your Milk’

D-Day role highlighted in 80th anniversary exhibition

Exeter Heritage Harbour Festival is back

Killerton takes centre stage in BBC TV’s Hidden Treasures of the National Trust

How to make your money go further in 2024

Overnight closures planned on A361 and A380 in June

Exeter IT support company takes home an award at Devon & Plymouth Chamber Awards

Major south west developer helps out local parish council

Active Devon To Deliver A Two Year Child Pedestrian Training Programme Across Devon

Schools are gearing up for Climate Action Countdown month

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