“There needs to be a level playing field for ALL in order for our High Streets to survive.” . Even before the current pandemic, there… Read More »Calls for a fair system of business rates

… a “once in a generation” chance to change the country for the better. . At its daily press briefing today, the government has announced… Read More »New cycle lanes and wider pavements

Everyone is cash-strapped. The best-placed festivals may be local events like Sea Change in Totnes aimed at, and supported by, the community. . Most of this… Read More »Virtual festivals: do they work?

How Sidmouthians feel about traffic and transport, shopping and delivery services, working from home and broadband during the current coronavirus shutdown – and how Sidmouth… Read More »Before and after lockdown in Sidmouth: questionnaire results

A combination of virus fears, economic hardship and travel restrictions could tip the balance in favour of domestic rather than international travel. . The tourist… Read More »The future of tourism in the West Country: part two

… getting involved in a unique location … . If you live near the Exe, here’s a wonderful new project to engage with – even… Read More »Tidelines: a new community project in the Exe Estuary

“Customers can enjoy their food safely whilst bringing in some much-needed business.” . The Town Council website gives several food outlets which are offering a… Read More »Help at hand: pubs and restaurants offering take-away service

This vital part of the economy could be one of the last industries to reopen fully. . As reported in a recent news post, Devon is… Read More »The future of tourism in the West Country

Based on particle capture and breathability, researchers conclude that cotton t-shirts and pillowcases are the best choices for DIY masks. . Many people are busy… Read More »Help at hand: the Sidmouth PPE supply project

In which Pooh learns to Think the Unthinkable Climate Change Rap The sea is full of plastic . Last month, the Herald published the results… Read More »Science Festival writing competition: the winners in full

The results of the questionnaire are published. . Last Monday, the VGS, together with the Town Council’s Environment Committee, put a questionnaire on-line, asking people… Read More »Managing during and after lockdown in Sidmouth

A revolution in how we interact with common technologies in our day-to-day life. . Designers and architects are thinking about how to make public life… Read More »Contactless design post-coronavirus

The latest from Michael Moore is causing a lot of controversy: “This film is the wake-up call to the reality we are afraid to face:… Read More »‘Planet of the Humans’: a new documentary

Local architect R W Sampson’s designs make an impressive tour. . It’s a century ago since the first Act brought about a boom in building… Read More »100 years of social housing in Sidmouth