Live music and entertainment returned to Tiverton Pannier Market on Saturday (7 August) as the historic venue launched an eight-week series of daytime events designed to revitalise the town centre this summer. The market is hosting busking musicians, performances from local groups, street food, ice cream and a pop-up bar every Saturday lunchtime in August […]
Continue readingCoronavirus “vaccine passport” scam warning. Action Fraud is warning the public to remain vigilant as criminals take advantage of the roll out of the COVID-19 vaccine to commit fraud. Over 700 reports have been received from members of the public who have been sent emails purporting to be from the NHS, offering them a vaccine […]
Continue readingThis information has been provided by the Safer Devon Partnership Team at Devon County Council who can be contacted at mailbox health.saferdevonpartnership-mailbox@devon.gov.uk The Government has launched its Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Strategy, outlining several measures to protect women and girls from abuse and violence. This […]
Continue readingA Devon and Cornwall road safety partnership has issued an urgent message to drivers after a spike in fatal collisions on our roads. In the past 14 days there have been 10 serious collisions across the two counties, including five which ended in fatalities. Click on the link to read the full Press Release. VZ […]
Continue readingAge UK can help with cleaning, shopping, general household tasks, companionship etc. This is a chargeable weekly service. Please spread the word, particularly to older residents who may need some help and support. More information can also be found on the Age UK Devon website. WEBSITE LINK
Continue readingPRESS RELEASE: Mid Devon District Council’s play parks are open! Come and visit one of the new-look play parks. Read the full press release for details: PRESS RELEASE LINK
Continue readingThis is the second round of the Local Connections Fund, a £4 million investment designed to help small charities and community groups working to reduce loneliness by building community connections across England. It’s aimed at small organisations in England with income around the £50-£70k mark. The closing date is 6/8/21. Applications are easy and short! […]
Continue readingThe Met Office has issued a Heat-Health watch alert. We are now at Level 3: Amber-Heatwave action. This alert will be in force until 11.59pm on Thursday 22 July. It will be sunny with very warm or hot weather for much of England during this period, with temperatures widely expected to approach or exceed heat […]
Continue readingSouth Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is urging people to use its service sensibly – after experiencing its busiest week on record for the second time so far this month. Please check the link for full details and advice on when to call 999, to allow the Ambulance Service to prioritise patients effectively. […]
Continue readingDevon County Council has put together a special bulletin to share top tips for staying safe in the summer sunshine and urges us to look out for those in our communities who may struggle to keep themselves cool and hydrated. Check the link to find useful hints, tips and advice to keep you and others […]
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