Patients with muscle and nerve conditions attended an event in Exeter to find out more about the practical aspects of living with such a problem and how they could become more independent.
The Independent Living Day, organised by the Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust, was held at the Isca Centre and attracted more than 40 patients and their families from across the county.
The afternoon event featured a wealth of information and advice about the support, activities and equipment available locally.
Patients listened to presentations, saw equipment demonstrations,...
Devon Dub Fest is a family festival for VW lovers providing a weekend of fun for all ages (and dogs…they’re welcome too…on a lead).
Held in the stunning grounds of Bicton College in Devon empty fields are transformed just days before the event to welcome visitors from far and wide.
As with last year the festival will be supporting CLIC Sargent who will receive all of the profits that are made (the organisers take not a penny in wages).
Music will be povided by Marnie, Street Heat Samba Band, Emily Howard, Bridges, Filta, the Loose Cannons, Shoot the Moon plus others...
A Devon conservation charity is challenging people in the city to face the future – by eating insects!
Paignton Zoo is running a bug eating challenge in Princesshay, Exeter tomorrow (4 July) between 11am and 3pm.
Paignton Zoo’s Hayley Gibson said: “People can try bugs including mealworms, locusts, crickets and weaver ants. Anyone who eats one will get a sticker and a certificate!”
But the challenge comes with a serious message. Hayley: “The global population could reach 8 billion by 2025 - current food production techniques are simply not sufficient. We need to feed...
The celebrated environmentalist Jonathon Porritt has personally invested in plans for six ground-breaking renewable energy schemes in South Devon. The portfolio of hydro and solar power generation projects has been put together by the Totnes Renewable Energy Society (TRESOC). TRESOC is now seeking investment of £1.5million to get the projects up and running, promising investors a healthy 4% return on their money*. Environmentalist and writer Mr Porritt is amongst those who have already invested and become members of TRESOC. There are hundreds of community renewable energy projects in the...
An informal consultation on a series of improvements to the A361 and A39 will be proposed to Devon County councillors next week (Wednesday 9 July).
The Council has been looking at improving the North Devon Link Road’s journey time reliability and connectivity to the M5, following long running concerns over delays and congestion, particularly in the summer months with the increased tourist traffic travelling to Northern Devon. With significant levels of housing and jobs growth planned in North Devon, Torridge and Tiverton over the next 10 to 15 years, improvements to the A361 are...
The Starling Octet perform ancient sacred liturgy set to music by modern composers. Pinhoe parish Church. EX4 9JF 8pm, Fri 11th July Pay at the door, £8 or £5 concessions
A furniture salesman plans to devote more time to fishing and his family as he retires after 26 years in the business.
Peter Short, aged 64, who joined Fairway Furniture’s Newton Abbot store in March 1988, retired on Saturday (June 28).
Peter said: “Quite a lot has changed since I joined in 1988, the store is now so much bigger and many people have come and gone. When you have been working all your life and you look back over the years, I know it’s the right time for me to stop.
“I’m looking forward to spending more time with my wife Gill. We’ve been married 42...
People are being encouraged to breathe new life into their training by taking it outside, with fitness classes at Teignbridge District Council owned leisure centres and parks.
Yogalates, Tai Chi and boot camp are heading for the outdoors from Monday 7 July and for one week only they will be free to existing members!
Teignbridge District Council is putting on the classes to help people energise their lifestyles and try something new.
Fitness instructors will guide and motivate those taking part in each session which can also be a great opportunity for people to enjoy...
