Consultation on how to deal with Devon's waste launched
2:00pm Thursday 17th May 2012
A PUBLIC consultation on how Devon’s waste will be dealt with has begun.
Thu, 17th May 2012
Devon News
New Brixham harbour equipment could be a life-saver
12:30pm Thursday 17th May 2012
New Brixham harbour equipment could be a life-saver A vital piece of life-saving equipment has been placed on standby at Brixham Harbour. Tor Bay Harbour Authority has bought the Automated External Defibrillator (AED), which will be located at the 24-hour security office at the fish market entrance. It will be available to deal with medical casualties where a cardiac arrest has occurred. The most common cause is abnormal rhythm of the heart known as ventricular fibrillation. This abnormal rhythm can occur when the heart muscle is damaged as a result of a heart attack or when insufficient oxygen reaches the heart. AEDs, which can be used safely and effectively without prior training, correct the heart rhythm by administering one or more electric shocks. Cllr Vic Ellery, chairman of Torbay Council's Harbour Committee, said: "The harbour authority has bought this equipment as part of our ongoing commitment to harbour users and the port community. "We discussed this proposal with harbour users, and everyone was in favour of buying and installing the defibrillator. "The equipment and training for staff has cost about £1,500 -- a small price to pay for something that could help save a life. Of course we hope that it will not have to be used, but it is reassuring to know that it will be available in the event of a medical emergency." Brixham harbour master Paul Labistour said: "The majority of our staff have had first aid training provided through St John Ambulance. We are very grateful to the organisation, which supplied the AED and additional training for its use."
Charity craft fair in Tiverton this weekend
12:24pm Thursday 17th May 2012
Tiverton’S Panier Market is hosting a free craft fare on Sunday, May 20 between 11am and 4pm to raise funds and awareness for the Tiverton Sundarban Support Group, which has spent 20 years working with the villagers of Sundarban in Northern Bangladesh to help provide education for children and health care for all.
Police appeal after Kenton indecent exposure
8:59am Thursday 17th May 2012
Devon and Cornwall Police are asking for help from the public after a man indecently exposed himself to two teenagers near |Kenton.
Paralympics fundraiser attends House of Commons reception
7:00am Thursday 17th May 2012
A WOMAN from Cheriton Fitzpaine attended a special reception at the House of Commons last week to celebrate her employer EDF Energy raising £400,000 for the British Paralympic Association.
Torbay Olympic Torch Relay parking offer and traffic plans
6:40pm Wednesday 16th May 2012
Torbay Council is offering a "park for a pound" promotion on Sunday 20 May, the day the Olympic Torch comes to the Bay. People arriving in council car parks along the torch's route before 1pm will be able to buy a ticket for just £1. Meanwhile, the council has also announced its traffic management plans.
Devon County Council launches foster carer recruitment campaign
5:00pm Wednesday 16th May 2012
A SHORTAGE of foster carers has prompted a new recruitment campaign by Devon County Council.
Exeter woman named Makro's Colleague of the Year
2:00pm Wednesday 16th May 2012
Exeter woman Judith Underwood is celebrating after receiving the prestigious title of ‘Colleague of the Year’ from Makro.
Torbay's beaches top the UK charts
1:48pm Wednesday 16th May 2012
Torbay has topped the charts for the second year in a row with the best beaches in the country, scooping a fantastic 15 awards - more than anywhere else in the country. The prestigious Blue Flag will continue to fly high over Oddicombe, Meadfoot, Paignton, Broadsands and Breakwater this summer.
Young Crediton singer to open Bristol Olympic Torch celebrations
12:35pm Wednesday 16th May 2012
A TEENAGE singer from Crediton has been chosen to kick off the entertainment in Bristol's Millenium Square just minutes after the Olympic Torch arrives in the city next Tuesday (May 22).