An independent optician in Exeter has become one of only a handful of practices in Devon to offer specialist visual stress assessments, providing a service that transforms a child’s reading ability, and life.
Peter Tosh Opticians in Topsham, run by Suzie Tosh and her husband Peter, has invested in the Intuitive Colorimeter - the Wave - developed by Cerium Visual Technologies and widely regarded as the gold standard in visual stress assessment.
The machine tests up to 10,000 colour combinations to identify the precise colour tint that calms the visual processing...
Car dealers from across the Southwest were surprised with sweet sugary Doughnuts courtesy of local business owners Scott Jaques and Jon Kay along with their team as part of Revive! Exeter’s participation in National Doughnut Day.
Scott Jaques, co-owner of Revive! Exeter hand delivered more than 900 doughnuts to dealers throughout his territory. This was all in aid of promoting his specialist Smart Repair services to dealerships, helping dealers realise how Revive! can help sell more cars profitably.
The southwest has seen a lot of success in the automotive retail sector...
This year’s Learning Disability Week (15 to 21 June) asks “Do you see me?” and is all about ensuring people with a learning disability are seen, heard and valued. This aim is shared by Devon County Council’s Reaching for Independence team which offers short-term enabling support to people aged 17 years and upwards with eligible social care needs or likely to have them.
Over the last 12 months, Reaching for Independence has helped more than 1,850 people in the county. Of these referrals, 358 people had a Learning Disability diagnosis as the primary reason for needing support, as...
ENERGETIC optometrist Emily Bennett is donating much-needed funds to help people living with sight loss.
Emily, who works at Specsavers Exeter, raised the money by taking part in the Great West Run Half Marathon, after which she collected £440 for Devon in Sight.
She says: ‘Through my work in Specsavers, I see first-hand the impact that sight loss can have on people’s lives.
‘It’s not just about vision – it can affect independence, confidence, mental health, and daily activities that many of us take for granted.
If you have a full driving licence, are over 21 with two years’ driving experience and access to a vehicle, becoming a Devon Community Driver could be the perfect opportunity.
Devon Community Drivers , a joint project between Devon Communities Together and Devon Access to Services (DAS), is encouraging residents across Devon to become volunteer drivers and inviting Community Transport Schemes to join a new pilot programme designed to attract more volunteers.
Every year, volunteer drivers across Devon help thousands of people get where they need to be – from hospital...
South West-based logistics, vehicle and retail services provider, The Dash Group, has appointed Brian Fisher as Group Commercial Manager.
Brian brings over 25 years of experience as a senior commercial sales leader across multiple industries, working with organisations such as BT, Yell, Wildanet, LocaliQ, Airband and Numatic International to name a few.
In his new role, Brian will take the lead in managing The Dash Group’s Sales and Customer Service teams. This hire is particularly key to the family-run company’s new pallet business under its logistics arm, Dash Logistix...
With the launch of the National Dog Survey 2026 Dogs Trust, which has rehoming centres in Salisbury and Ilfracombe , is giving people in the South West the chance to share their stories about the vital role that dogs play in our lives, whether they have a dog or not. The survey helps Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, to improve dog welfare and understand the needs, concerns and realities of owning or being around dogs.
What do you do with your dog? What does being a committed dog owner mean to you? What would you like to see change for dogs? These are just some of...
Wynstream Primary School in Exeter, part of Education South West , is celebrating the successful launch of its new ‘Bucket Drumming Club’, a lively programme that is already proving hugely popular with pupils.
Bucket drumming is a popular and accessible form of "junk percussion" where players use everyday objects, typically plastic utility buckets, as a drum set.
Led by teaching assistant and drummer Murdo McKean, the club introduces children to rhythm and percussion using an unexpected instrument, the humble bucket. Sessions have been filled with energy and creativity...
The South Devon Players, a touring theatre company based in Brixham, with previous international arts awards for it's staging of classical literature in new ways and at venues designed to reach both regular theatre-goers and those new to live shows, is celebrating its 20th anniversary, with a whole slew of great things happening for the team.
As well as its summer tour of The Scarlet Pimpernel, featuring over 20 local actors and stage/costume crew, and 60 handmade 18th century period costumes made from recycled fabrics, the South Devon Players is having a very exciting...
Libraries in Devon are inviting children to join The Summer Book Quest over the summer holidays. The Summer Book Quest: Mission to Wayfarer Island follows a group of friends as they set out to help an explorer on an exciting, transport-themed adventure. Children can participate with a mix of activities and reading, and receive a special medal upon completion.
The theme of transport is all about engaging children’s imaginations, encouraging them to explore traditional and fantastical modes of transport and discover new ways to get outside this summer. The Summer Book Quest is...
