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Sip into summer with great value wines at the SPAR Wine Festival
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Government urged to go at full steam on Tavistock rail plan
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The new hourly Tavistock to Plymouth service will link the town with the rest of the south west
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Bluetti unveils new EP760 high-power home energy storage solution
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£30m research centre will help tackle global environmental issues
Environment
The Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW) is a first-of-its-kind partnership between South West Water, the University of Exeter and Research England
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Home truths: Incredible facts about Exeter's 'Zero Bills' homes
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In the middle of a cost-of-living crisis and a climate crisis, why settle for a home that costs the earth to run?
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Working alongside our customers to protect our beautiful region
Environment
'Our customers are passionate that we invest in ensuring we have secure, resilient water supplies'
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Petroc unveils exciting new University Centre for Northern Devon
Education
'Our aspiration is for everyone living and working across Torridge, North and Mid Devon to experience the positive benefit of having a University Centre on their doorstep'
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Managing water resources in the face of our unpredictable weather
Environment
'The new climate reality will continue to present challenges to us as a business, which we are meeting head-on'
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Overcome school worries: Expert tips to support your child and help keep them in class
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School-related anxiety is totally normal, but help is at hand to gently help your child back into the classroom with confidence
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Pharmacy services expanded across England to improve access for patients
NHS
Pharmacy First will enable community pharmacists to supply patients prescription-only medicines without the need for them to see a GP
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Voneus brings better broadband to rural Devon and Cornwall
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Voneus is expanding its full fibre network across the south west to provide local communities with faster and more reliable broadband
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30 awesome hot air balloons to take flight from Exeter
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The Devonshire Balloon Festival will take place at Exeter Racecourse
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The Ultimate Guide To The 10 Best Beaches In Devon
Torquay
Prepare to uncover a trove of breathtaking seaside gems as we delve into this guide to 10 Devon beaches that defy expectations, igniting your wanderlust for the South West
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We commit to investment and improvement, says South West Water boss
Environment
'We can only rebuild trust by having one conversation at a time, and that’s on us'
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Expert tips for saving money on your water bills in 2024
Environment
Steve Hayfield, Customer Experience and Delivery Director at South West Water, offers customers advice on reducing their bills
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Discover co-ops and start a fair and ethical business in Exeter
The Co-operative
People in Exeter can learn more about co-operatives through a free event
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Award-winning homes in Pinhoe hit the market with 20% discount
property news
People with a local connection to Exeter can save up to £91,000 thanks to Verto Homes
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FREE Keelings Fruit or Veg for every reader at Iceland and The Food Warehouse
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Voucher inside your Daily Mirror and Sunday Mirror from Thursday, February 15 until Monday, February 19 2024
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Crown Property Management celebrates its 30th anniversary
property news
'We are forever mindful that good estate management is about people not property'
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Throw & Tow Eco Skips Ltd: Revolutionising waste management in Exeter
Environment
The family-run company is committed to eco-friendly practices
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How two Pennon apprentices got a second shot at their dream careers
Skills and Apprenticeships
They shared their inspiring stories to mark National Apprenticeship Week and prove it's never too late to pursue your dreams
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These Exeter pubs have everything you need to watch the Six Nations
Exeter
You'll have the best seat in the house with great drinks, food and a magical matchday atmosphere
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New Zero Carbon Smart Homes free from energy bills, stamp duty and more
property news
The 'Kill Bill' offer from Verto Homes is available until the end of February for a selection of award-winning Zero Carbon Smart Homes in Pinhoe
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Overcome school worries: Expert tips to support your child and help keep them in class
School-related anxiety is totally normal, but help is at hand to gently help your child back into the classroom with confidence
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Sip into summer with great value wines at the SPAR Wine Festival
The festival features delicious wines across multiple price brackets, great value deals and amazing giveaways
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Government urged to go at full steam on Tavistock rail plan
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The new hourly Tavistock to Plymouth service will link the town with the rest of the south west
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Bluetti unveils new EP760 high-power home energy storage solution
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The versatile system is ideal for households looking to manage their energy supply - and you can get £500 off by using the special code BLUETTIEP760
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Help your community by joining Citizens Advice in Devon
South Hams
Your volunteering could make a difference to people's lives
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£30m research centre will help tackle global environmental issues
Environment
The Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW) is a first-of-its-kind partnership between South West Water, the University of Exeter and Research England
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Devon dad's heartbreaking text to wife before walking into sea
Ben Weir was described as a 'kind, gentle and caring man'
Neighbours 'in a panic' as Travellers arrive in Devon
Cullompton
The council said the legal route to disperse the travellers was under way
Devon online pet food suppliers found to be illegal
Pets
Test purchases by Trading Standards uncovered six home-based pet food suppliers that were not legally compliant with strict rules
Live: Huge fire breaks out at South West Evri warehouse
In the News
Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at an Evri distribution centre that serves much of the South West.
Taunton Town 1 Torquay United 2 - Gulls are safe from relegation
Torquay United FC
National League South survival secured after Torquay's 2-1 win at Taunton
Exeter City FC
Alex Hartridge on why he has chosen to leave Exeter City
“Thank you so much for everything. It’s an amazing club and it’s going in the right direction, I think that’s clear to see."
Property expert says popular garden product could knock £2K off house value
Gardening
An expert says it can put buyers off and they may have to fork out significantly to get it removed
Travellers apologise to Devon residents but say 'we're treated like dogs'
Cullompton
A group has moved on from two Devon sports centre sites
Family subjected to shocking racism in Devon town
Ilfracombe
A brave woman’s video revealed the harsh reality of racism in Ilfracombe, sparking urgent calls for education and tolerance in the community
Torquay brothers deny stabbing man to death in street
Courts
Jack and Ben Milton have given evidence as they deny killing Aaron Parrington in Torquay
