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Devon County Council has unveiled an interactive online strategy to reverse nature decline across the entire county. The public-facing plan invites everyone from farmers to schoolchildren to help rebuild fragmented habitats and protect disappearing species.
A historic oak tree that once marked boundaries for French prisoners of war has been granted permanent protection in Devon. The Honour Oak is one of six sites now safeguarded for future generations.
A groundbreaking energy storage project in Devon is using a "secret sauce" liquid to turn small hills into renewable energy batteries. The technology could help keep the lights on when solar and wind power aren't available.
Community volunteers in Devon are taking road repairs into their own hands, filling thousands of potholes the county can't afford to fix. What started as a small program in 2017 is now inspiring hundreds of parishes to join the movement.
Archaeologists in England just uncovered a 1,600-year-old Roman villa complete with an ornate mosaic floor that's been hiding under farmland for centuries. The discovery reveals how even Britain's most remote corners thrived during the Roman Empire.
A £212,000 conservation project is working to save two of Britain's rarest ant species by doubling their colonies and creating new heathland homes. The narrow-headed ant exists at just one English location, making this rescue effort critical for its survival.
A wildlife trust in Devon just hit the jackpot with critically endangered red-ruffed lemurs, welcoming an ultra-rare set of quadruplets. These four tiny babies represent hope for a species clinging to survival in Madagascar.
A groundbreaking underground hydropower system in Devon is generating clean electricity using gentle slopes instead of massive dams. The innovation could unlock renewable energy storage in thousands of new locations worldwide.
Nintendo of America's new president Devon Pritchard made her first public appearance with a message about dreams, creativity, and belonging in gaming. She celebrated a nonprofit writing program helping New York students pursue careers in game journalism and storytelling.
A Devon charity dedicated to preventing sudden deaths in young people just received £1,500 to expand their lifesaving work. Jay's Aim will use the donation from Barratt Homes to continue educating communities about cardiac health. ##
Six years after being reintroduced to Britain, beavers are creating natural water storage systems that could help prevent droughts. Their dams and wetlands are keeping landscapes green while surrounding areas turn brown and dry.
A 73-year-old music teacher in Devon, England risked his home to rescue his village's only gathering spot from closure. Peter Manfield's bold move saved The Dog and Donkey, a century-old pub that's been the heart of his community since World War II.
When a peppermint lodged in Oliver Webb's throat at a Michigan mall, bartender Devon Forrest used his month-old CPR training to save the six-year-old's life. The grateful family returned two weeks later to thank the hero who acted without hesitation.
Adorable cat-sized mammals are having babies in Devon for the first time in over a century. The successful births prove a bold rewilding project is bringing these once-extinct creatures back home.
A Devon zoo is reintroducing a butterfly species that vanished from Britain nearly 100 years ago. Within 10 minutes of arriving from France, one butterfly had already laid eggs.
A charity in England saved 65 small dogs from a cramped apartment where their overwhelmed owner could no longer care for them. Despite their traumatic start, the pups are already warming up to volunteers and will soon be ready for adoption.
Devon Julian opened Village Pet & Feed less than a year ago to serve his Santee community. Now he's California's 2026 Small Business Person of the Year.
Para cyclist Devon Briggs fought back tears after winning his first Commonwealth Games gold medal, dedicating the victory to his grandmother who passed away before seeing him compete. The 22-year-old world champion set a Games record in Glasgow, proving that love and memory can fuel extraordinary achievement.
A British volunteer has dedicated six decades to protecting endangered birds, helping bring species like the cirl bunting back from the brink of extinction. His work shows how one person's sustained passion can create lasting change for wildlife.
Exeter Chiefs delivered a commanding performance at Newcastle, scoring six tries to claim a crucial victory that propels them into playoff contention. The Devon side's 38-14 triumph marks their second straight win and opens an eight-point gap over fifth place.
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