“The South West continues to have a very attractive and viable proposition, particularly in the blue and green economy, including marine, energy and renewables to… Read More »Is the South West being ‘overlooked’?
Saturday 20th May “Driftwood and Thrift” . The VGS will be at this year’s SeaFest – again showcasing its ongoing projects, latest ideas and other… Read More »VGS @ SeaFest 2023
“There are several businesses that sadly are up for sale in the high street.” [Vince Page, Sidmouth Herald] “The overall level of positive sentiment [in… Read More »Are Sidmouth and the South West good places to work and to do business?
“In a de-natured countryside, it is pertinent to ask whether the greater good of the environment is really served by channelling so much conservation money… Read More »The case against the reintroduction of beavers
“To raise awareness of the planetary value of trees everywhere and also to show a film with a serious feel-good factor.” [Word Forest Organisation] .… Read More »#TreesAreTheKey film comes to Sidmouth
More than 100 mature trees have been cut down in the centre of Plymouth in a move campaigners said was reminiscent of the needless felling… Read More »Stop the chop: looking after our mature urban trees
What are the levels of poverty hidden in the Sid Valley? “Independent research shows rural areas are suffering more acutely from the cost of living crisis compared… Read More »Fill in the Rural Cost of Living household survey
Local meats… fresh vegetables… honey and preserves “Calling all local traders of fresh produce! If you, or someone you know, might be interested in booking… Read More »Roll up! Roll up! Farmers’ Market returns to Kennaway House – Friday 17th March
“If the Environment Agency find the case sound, they will then give us the money for us to be able to do final design work… Read More »Beach Management Plan: the Draft Outline Business Case
“Making a new car creates as much carbon pollution as driving it, so it’s often better to keep your old banger on the road than… Read More »How ‘green’ are electric vehicles?
“Holidaymakers can opt for accommodation that doesn’t exacerbate the housing shortage, such as renting a room in an owner’s home, rather than a whole flat… Read More »A solution to our rural housing crisis: responsible tourism
“Local communities are finding creative solutions to the problem – using their knowledge of the local area and landscape to find ways around an overloaded… Read More »A solution to our rural housing crisis: community-led housing
“Sidmouth’s inspirational leaders” . The District Council is celebrating International Women’s Day in East Devon: 8 March 2023 – International Women’s Day: East Devon’s inspirational leaders… Read More »International Women’s Day in the Sid Valley
“Sidmouth town centre still has a strong retail future” [Vince Page] “The future high street’s purpose will be so much more than just shopping… New… Read More »Reimagining our high streets: ‘drawing people in’
Winning the Spirit of Engineering award from the Royal Academy of Engineers [Colyton Grammar School] . To what extent can Sidmouth College offer advice on… Read More »Looking to sustainable careers in East Devon