An elderly cat whose owner passed away is receiving some TLC this Mature Moggies Day (16 June) so that she will soon be ready for a home where she can enjoy her twilight years.
Now 15 years old, friendly black-and-white Missy is the oldest cat at Cats Protection Devon Cat Centre and would be 76 in human years.
According to Cats Protection, cats aged 11 or more take over three times longer to rehome than kittens, so in response the charity has carved out a special day to highlight the golden oldies it has in care as well as offer advice on its website about caring for...
Bike Week is being celebrated in Devon this week (9-15 June) with the news that more adults in the county took part in Devon's cycle confidence sessions last year than ever before.
A record 390 adults attended Devon County Council's sessions, delivered by Active Devon, in 2024/25 and the Council is aiming to beat that by reaching more than 500 adults this year.
Bike Week highlights the many benefits of cycling, from boosting health and wellbeing to cutting carbon emissions, and Bike Week 2025 is promoting cycle sessions for adults.
Exeter Science Park has appointed Dr Eulian Roberts as Chair of its Board of Directors, as the organisation enters a pivotal new chapter in its strategic development. Dr Roberts succeeds Nick Ames, who has completed a five-year term marked by significant progress and resilience.
Dr Roberts brings more than 30 years of international leadership experience spanning the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. His diverse background includes senior executive roles in science parks, academia, consultancy, and economic development. He holds a BSc and PhD from Imperial College London,...
South West financial experts Old Mill have announced three new Partners as part of its commitment to investing in future leaders. From July 1, financial planner Stuart Coombe, audit specialist David Jones and rural accountancy specialist Phil Kirkpatrick will all become Partners, bringing the total number within the firm to 22.
Stuart, who comes from an East Devon dairy farming family, is a rural specialist within the wealth management team . He joined Old Mill in 2008 as a paraplanner and during his 17 years at the firm, has become chartered and worked his way up to Director....
Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter recently presented Honiton Carers Support Group with a cheque for £1,000 to support towards the cost of transport to enable their participants to attend the group. Honiton Carers Support Group is a warm and welcoming Carers Group which supports unpaid carers throughout their caring role and beyond. They meet indoors in a safe environment twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday and socially on 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month for a cuppa and a chat. They offer various activities at their indoor meetings such as Art & Craft workshops and have...
Wynstream Primary School in Exeter, part of Education South West , is celebrating a remarkable sporting achievement as its Under 11 Dodgeball team progressed to the National Finals for the third consecutive year, this time achieving their highest-ever finish at the regional stage with a runner-up position.
The team stormed through the group stage with an unbeaten 100% record, winning all five matches to top their group. They then overcame Montgomery in the semi-finals, a team they had never beaten before, in a thrilling match that secured them a place in the final.
Exeter City Football Club’s annual celebration, Party at the Park returns to Exeter City this month.
Taking place on Saturday, June 28 at St James Park, the event is free to attend, open to all, and will raise funds for the Exeter City Community Fund, supporting regional and international charities.
The party kicks off at 11am (gates open at 10:30am) and promises a full day of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and community spirit. Held in partnership with Nevada Construction, the event will include fun and games, food and drink, live music, and player...
An innovative local service with a difference is moving into larger premises this month in the East Devon town of Topsham - after a marathon 260 hours of unpaid work by supporters.
The Topsham Library of Things (TLoT) opens on Saturday June 28 at the town’s Matthews Hall garden.
“There’s never been anything like a Library of Things in Topsham before” explains Charles Martin, a retired company chief executive. He’s one of the four-member committee who have been piloting the library before the recent move to larger premises.
After completion of a successful and amicable shareholder buyout, the Brend Collection are looking forward to a bright future together, still as a fully family-owned business.
The Brend Collection includes The Saunton Sands Hotel in Saunton, The Carlyon Bay Hotel in Cornwall, The Victoria in Sidmouth, The Royal Duchy in Falmouth, The Belmont in Sidmouth, The Park in Barnstaple, The Imperial in Barnstaple, The Royal & Fortescue in Barnstaple and The Barnstaple.
First established in 1955 by Percy and Florence Brend and currently employing more than 1100 staff, The...
Carers Week gives us a chance to pause, reflect and shine a light on the quiet strength of unpaid carers across the country, especially those caring for a loved one living with dementia. But for carers, this isn’t just one week a year. It’s every day, often with little respite.
Through my work leading the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance and supporting families, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people who are giving everything they’ve got to care for someone they love. I’ve seen carers at crisis point, worn down, isolated and overwhelmed, often feeling like they’re...
