A restoration project at Sharpham near Totnes aims to tackle the loss of the natural world while helping people build mental resilience neatly tended hedges and a sparsity of trees less uniform grasses grow unevenly between trees in a chaos of natural disorder swaying in the breeze towards the reedbeds below The land on the Sharpham estate side of the River Dart used to be a mirror of the traditional farmscape on the opposite bank It hosted a non-organic dairy farm and a vineyard within a tightly controlled 18th-century heritage landscape of deforested parkland But five years ago the managers of the trust began a process of nature restoration within the 223-hectare (550-acre) site in south Devon with a vision of tackling the twin crises of the 21st century: a rise in people suffering from mental health conditions and a catastrophic loss of the natural world Traditional farmland and uniform grasses grow on one side of the river while on the opposite riverbank grasses grow unevenly between trees Photograph: Jonny Weeks/The GuardianSharpham an estate created by a naval sea captain made wealthy from a plunder of Spanish treasure had for years hosted Buddhist-inspired retreats where people came to seek help with mental resilience But after taking over as director of the estate looked at the landscape and felt a conflict “I was conscious that people were coming on mindful retreat here but there was a disconnection with how we were managing the land,” said Carnell “I wanted to do something a bit more holistic with the land and combine really our mental health work with our conservation “Policymakers tend to see nature as a headache But a lot of people are struggling in their own lives whether it is the cost of living crisis or stress or mental health – there are 8.7 million people on antidepressants We have turned things round to show that … [nature] is a fantastic resource to support people and those people then go on to want to care for it.” To connect with as many people as possible was designed with access for people in mind so that the environment could be used as therapy in a seamless way In a protected heritage landscape, Carnell and Jack Skuse, his rewilding partner and the director of Ambios “We had to balance the heritage designation with our environmental ambitions so what we are doing is pushing the envelope a bit,” said Carnell “We are returning to something more like wooded pastureland.” where Isabella Tree and Charlie Burrell pioneered rewilding and turned the conventional 1,416-hectare (3,500-acre) farm into a place thrumming with wildlife in barely two decades Carnell and Skuse scanned 18th-century maps of the estate removed the vineyard and replaced it with a wildflower meadow “We wanted our story to be about education and outreach,” said Skuse whose company trains people in nature conservation “We are living through catastrophic declines in wildlife and something fundamental has to change we brought farmers here and got them talking “We used this beautiful storytelling landscape and pioneered a change in land use from dairy farm and vineyard into something that prioritises wildlife and nature recovery.” In the second year, the predators came. “We have barn owls foraging every day across the fields, picking out the small animals, kestrels hovering above the ground and diving into long grass, and now breeding on site, which we have never had before.” There are sightings of ospreys, one of the largest birds of prey in the UK, which is on the at-risk register because of its historical decline and low breeding numbers. 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Get all the week's environment news - the good, the bad and the essential Read moreToday nature restoration spreads across 61 hectares (150 acres) vegetation and tree surveys carried out by Skuse and his team There have been notable wins: a flock of 500 goldfinches drawn to the food source from the grass and thistles; the appearance of the common whitethroat which is on the amber list of the birds of conservation concern; stonechats feeding and breeding on site; and curlews nesting the surveys show consistent rises in butterflies “These are big changes to what was otherwise a fairly standard farmland,” said Skuse The rewilded landscape is now a source of the therapy offered at Sharpham “We are here as a mental health charity to connect people to nature,” said Carnell Carnell is in touch with NHS professionals to help tackle the crisis in retention of staff in the service Last year GPs and primary healthcare staff from Brighton and Hove Federation were given the opportunity to attend the nature retreats A map of the Sharpham estate Photograph: Jonny Weeks/The Guardian“I cannot tell you the impact it is extraordinary,” said Dr Rachel Cottam a GP in Brighton who attended a mindfulness retreat at Sharpham “People feel that they are more calm and less stressed but they also feel it enables them to touch into their original motivation for going into this caring work I am sure it not only improves the way they work but trickles into improved patient care,” she said Meanwhile, the government’s benefits cuts coincide with mental health waiting lists stretching up to 18 months or more Carnell believes that Sharpham’s most powerful response over the next five years is to continue to show nature as a powerful restorative and preventive prescription to keep people healthy and resilient “If you look at the various crises we face – the biodiversity crisis the mental health crisis – we tend to think about them in silos,” said Carnell Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Thousands sign petition to save ‘vital’ Dartington Estate project that teaches agroforestry methods Even at this time of year when most of the trees are still bare, there is a feeling of abundance in Martin Crawford’s forest garden, close to the banks of the River Dart in Devon Crawford, who has nurtured this landmark garden for three decades pointing out the edible plants that flourish in the tangly two-acre patch stooping from time to time to pick a leaf or green shoot and take a nibble is seen by many as the finest of its kind in the temperate world helping to pioneer techniques in agroforestry a promising method of agriculture using trees and multi-crop planting But it is now in jeopardy after the landowner served Crawford with notice to leave The order has caused howls of protest from respected figures in the world of horticulture and ecology as well as from amateur eco gardeners who have replicated Crawford’s agroforestry methods on their own plots It is all the more surprising because for a century, Dartington has been run as a progressive centre for environmentally friendly land use People visiting the forest garden are taught how to grow trees and agricultural or horticultural crops on the same land Photograph: Jim Wileman/The GuardianCrawford is angry at how he feels he is being treated and sad that the garden may be lost An email sent from an estate employee discussed a fallen tree and then added almost as an afterthought: “On a different note I have recently been asked by the trust to serve notice.” The email added: “I appreciate this may be inconvenient.” The thought that 31 years of work could be trashed so casually was devastating As well as looking after the forest garden He estimates that 50,000 people have visited and many have gone away to create projects across the world based on what they have seen and tasted Crawford says 31 years of work would be lost Long-term studies examining vital issues such how well a forest garden sequesters carbon and stores water would be halted “This food forest is irreplaceable,” he said Agroforestry involves growing both trees and agricultural or horticultural crops on the same piece of land The canopy has to be managed to make sure enough light penetrates but when it is done right a jungly mass of edible plants forms underneath berries from the bushes and salad and vegetable crops prosper on the woodland floor plants available to snack on included alexanders Siberian purslane (beetroot-ish) and delicate fiddleheads from young ferns which has an aniseed flavour and described producing an “amazing” drink by soaking its seeds in vodka The blossom on a cherry plum was out and Crawford drew attention to a wax myrtle that fell last year and has been “inoculated” with oyster mushrooms that should appear later in the year Messages of support for the garden have flooded in. Sir Ghillean Prance a former director of Royal Botanic Gardens “This is a landmark project of excellence and of vital importance to sustainable living,” he said Dave Goulson, a professor of biology at the University of Sussex and bee expert said it would be a tragedy if the garden vanished “It is a rare example of a truly sustainable holistic approach to growing food and fibre.” The garden has been described as a ‘rare example of a truly sustainable, holistic approach to growing food’. Photograph: Jim Wileman/The GuardianThe writer, chef and grower Mark Diacono said his visit to the garden fired his imagination I have no idea what my life would have looked like but it is perfectly possible that my life in inspiring others to grow and cook would not have happened,” he said Within days of the forest garden revealing what was happening, more than 18,000 people had signed a petition calling for the decision to be reversed. Dartington has been blown over by the response. The estate, which centres around a medieval great hall, was bought in 1925 by Dorothy and Leonard Elmhirst and became a magnet for artists, architects, writers, philosophers and musicians. In 1991 its Schumacher College became a centre for sustainable education But in recent years it has been beset with deep financial problems and the college closed. Because the forest garden is close to the Schumacher buildings it could make financial sense to offer both to a new tenant the trust that runs Dartington posted that it had been a “difficult decision” but it was “bound by economic good sense and best use of assets to ensure its own long-term survival” In a later statement it said the trust needed to “fully realise the potential of the former Schumacher College site and surrounding areas.” It said it would meet Crawford for discussions “This forest garden is half my lifetime’s work,” he said This garden needs to be going long after I’m dead and buried.” The Town of Devon is proud to proclaim May 10 aligning with this year’s global theme: “Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Towns.” We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentDevon Council formally recognized the day through proclamation at Devon’s April 28 regular meeting, reaffirming Devon’s commitment to supporting biodiversity and protecting wildlife habitats. Since the 1970s, North America has lost over two billion birds due to habitat loss and other human related factors. World Migratory Bird Day is an international campaign that aims to raise awareness of the threats faced by migratory birds and highlight the importance of preserving the habitats that sustain them throughout their journeys. “Birds are vital to healthy ecosystems, and their decline is a signal for all of us to take action,” said Devon Mayor Jeff Craddock. “By recognizing World Migratory Bird Day, we’re promoting community engagement and encouraging practices that help create more bird-friendly environments right here in Devon.” To celebrate, the town has partnered with the Devon Public Library and Devon Nature Club to host a series of free, bird-themed events for residents of all ages: • May 6: Bird-Themed After School Adventure (Grades K–5), 4 to 5 p.m. • May 7: Bird-Themed Family Storytime Adventure (Ages 11 & under), 9 to 10 a.m. • May 10: Film Screening: “Call of the Forest”, 1 to 3 p.m. • May 17: Bird Walk & Talk, meet at Devon Lions Campground Gazebo, 8 a.m. Residents are encouraged to participate, learn more about local bird species, and explore ways to make our community safer and more sustainable for birds and other wildlife. transmission or republication strictly prohibited This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. which could improve FCF by 40% and push the FCF yield above 16% RBC Capital analyst Scott Hanold is optimistic about energy major Devon Energy’s (DVN) recently announced cost optimization strategy The five-star analyst believes the initiative will strengthen Devon’s ability to generate free cash flow (FCF) Hanold is pleasantly surprised by the company’s plans pointing out that the various targets are “both greater in amount and achievable sooner than anticipated.” Devon Energy is slated to report its fiscal first quarter results after the market closes on May 6. The Street expects DVN to post earnings of $1.24 per share, higher than the $1.16 per share reported in Q1FY24. According to TipRanks’ Analyst Forecasts Tool the consensus for revenue is pegged at $4.43 billion reflecting an 18.4% year-over-year increase Hanold has a “Hold” rating on DVN stock and a price target of $40 Devon predicts that its business plan will result in $300 million in capital efficiency gains $300 million from unlocking commercial opportunities and about $150 million in corporate cost reductions the company expects approximately 30% of these roughly $1 billion in cost savings to occur by year-end 2025 and the remaining by year-end 2026 Based on these details, Hanold estimates that the potential cost savings from the initiative could drive a massive 40% improvement to his fiscal 2026 FCF forecast. This would, in turn, push Devon’s FCF yield above 16%, which is “well above it large-cap peers” like Chevron (CVX) and ExxonMobil (XOM) shifting oil prices could impact on Devon’s outlook Hanold said that given the current oil price environment Devon is unlikely to make significant changes to its capital spending or production profile WTI Crude oil prices are trading around $57.40 per barrel OPEC+ revealed on May 4 that it will increase its oil production by another 411,000 barrels per day in June Hanold highlighted that Devon currently has a break-even (B/E) price of approximately $45/bbl (WTI) with oil prices expected to decline further following the OPEC+ production surge the company could adjust its capital planning and production strategy accordingly representing an above-industry-average yield of 3.98% Hanold explained that investors keenly await the earnings report to gain more clarity on several factors including “synergy savings,” M&A focus and the potential for larger stock buybacks Scott Hanold ranks an incredible #7 out of the 9,437 analysts tracked by TipRanks he boasts a success rate of 67% and an average return of 28.40% per rating Hanold is a Managing Director at RBC Capital and an industry expert in the U.S Overall, Wall Street analysts remain divided on Devon Energy’s stock trajectory amid the macroeconomic uncertainty. On TipRanks, DVN stock has a Moderate Buy consensus rating based on 14 Buys and eight Hold ratings. Also, the average Devon Energy price target of $42.64 implies 35.6% upside potential from current levels See more DVN analyst ratings a member company of RBC Capital Markets or one of its affiliates provided non-securities services to Devon Energy Corporation.RBC Capital Markets has provided Devon Energy Corporation with non-securities services in the past 12 months Disclaimer & Disclosure Report an Issue RBC Capital analyst Scott Hanold is optimistic about energy major Devon Energy’s (DVN) recently announced cost optimization strategy Devon Energy is slated to report its fiscal first quarter results after the market closes on May 6. The Street expects DVN to post earnings of $1.24 per share, higher than the $1.16 per share reported in Q1FY24. According to TipRanks’ Analyst Forecasts Tool Based on these details, Hanold estimates that the potential cost savings from the initiative could drive a massive 40% improvement to his fiscal 2026 FCF forecast. This would, in turn, push Devon’s FCF yield above 16%, which is “well above it large-cap peers” like Chevron (CVX) and ExxonMobil (XOM) Overall, Wall Street analysts remain divided on Devon Energy’s stock trajectory amid the macroeconomic uncertainty. On TipRanks, DVN stock has a Moderate Buy consensus rating based on 14 Buys and eight Hold ratings. Also, the average Devon Energy price target of $42.64 implies 35.6% upside potential from current levels See more DVN analyst ratings Disclaimer & Disclosure Report an Issue RBC Capital analyst Scott Hanold expressed optimism about Devon Energy’s cost optimization strategy Please try using other words for your search or explore other sections of the website for relevant information Our team is working diligently to resolve the issue Thank you for your patience and understanding Oklahoma City-based Devon Energy Corporation (DVN) explores and produces oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. With a market cap of $20.2 billion Devon’s operations span the Delaware Basin Narrowing the focus, Devon has underperformed the industry-focused iShares U.S. Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF’s (IEO) 18.7% decline over the past 52 weeks while outperforming IEO’s 6.5% drop on a YTD basis analysts expect DVN to report a 10% year-over-year decline in earnings to $4.34 per share the company has a solid earnings surprise history It has surpassed the Street’s bottom-line estimates in each of the past four quarters DVN holds a consensus “Moderate Buy” rating overall opinions include 16 “Strong Buys,” two “Moderate Buys,” and seven “Holds.” This configuration has been mostly stable in recent months On Apr. 23, Barclays (BCS) analyst Betty Jiang reiterated an “Equal Weight” rating on DVN while lowering the price target from $44 to $38 DVN’s mean price target of $43.32 indicates a 37.8% premium to current price levels while its Street-high target of $66 suggests a staggering 109.9% upside potential The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq This data feed is not available at this time These symbols will be available throughout the site during your session These instruments will be available throughout the site during your session Smart Portfolio is supported by our partner TipRanks. By connecting my portfolio to TipRanks Smart Portfolio I agree to their Terms of Use. That’s the only word in the dictionary I can think of to describe Sabres prospect Devon Levi’s performance so far in the AHL Playoffs While the Blue and Gold are done for the summer their AHL affiliates just keep playing outstanding hockey year after year and they can at least give fans hope as far as prospects go One player who’s been outstanding and will compete for a permanent spot on the big club is Devon Levi. He’s been legendary so far in the playoffs and is coming off back-to-back playoff shutouts but he’s taken it up a few notches since the Sabres reassigned him back to Rochester this year his 4.12 GAA and 0.872 save percentage in Buffalo this season isn’t inspiring even the most optimistic fan But in 42 regular season games with the Amerks and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen didn’t even come close to this during his time with the Amerks which has been light years ahead of Luukkonen’s so far you and the Sabres might think it’s only a matter of time before he’s playing in Buffalo full-time without this back-and-forth bouncing between Rochester and the City of Good Neighbors Ideally, yes, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Luukkonen slipped up this season but it’s a job Levi must pry away from the former second-round pick Luukkonen’s shown us in the past that he can bounce back from bad seasons It was something that made his 2023-24 campaign so memorable and that could easily be the case in 2025-26 But he’s also been handed the job in the past and blew it Even if he outduels Luukkonen in camp come September after what should be a memorable playoff run he still shouldn’t get the gig until he becomes the ‘hot hand’ next season It’s easy to build optimism in the playoffs especially when you’re looking like the AHL’s best netminder by a mile But the question still remains of whether he can transfer this success to the NHL for good this time we thought Levi would stick to the Sabres lineup we need to assume Luukkonen will continue to be the No even if Levi wins the Calder Cup and proves to be the most valuable player in the AHL playoffs © 2025 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Minute Media or its affiliates and related brands All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit If you or someone you know has a gambling problem crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER ","https://fansided.com/",{"alt":"64","src":"65","url":"66"},{"type":"63","value":"67"},"link","Minute Media","https://www.minutemedia.com/",{"text":"6a","url":"6b"},{"type":"69","value":"6c"},"All Rights Reserved Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Minute Media or its affiliates and related brands Todd now covers the entire NHL at FanSided as the Lead Editor and he is always happy to write about the league’s current happenings and its history Todd is often found working out either in the gym or running on trails One player who’s been outstanding and will compete for a permanent spot on the big club is Devon Levi. He’s been legendary so far in the playoffs and is coming off back-to-back playoff shutouts Ideally, yes, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Luukkonen slipped up this season Devon Levi looks like the AHL’s best goaltender But the organization doesn’t need to overreact to this Devon Biscuits has once again thrown its support behind grassroots athletics in Jamaica extending its sponsorship of the INSPORTS All-Island Primary School Athletics Championships for a third consecutive year As the official snack partner and title sponsor of the 2025 INSPORTS/Devon Biscuits Primary School All-Island Athletics Championship the brand has pledged more than J$20 million towards the development of the event which remains the premier platform for showcasing young Jamaican track and field talent at the primary level The championship kicks off with the Central Champs at the GC Foster College in Spanish Town from May 5-7 followed by the Western Championships at St Elizabeth Technical High from May 8-10 The Eastern Champs are slated for May 14-16 at Stadium East with the National Finals set to culminate the series at the National Stadium from May 29-31 emphasized the importance of continuing to invest in the next generation of athletes “Our partnership with INSPORTS has worked wonders for the brand as we seek to partner with events that will assist with nation-building while assisting those students who are not only representing their schools but also their communities,” she said Bryan added that the brand will be more visible at all the lead-up regional events this year and will once again provide gift bags and tokens to participants as well as cash prizes to both regional and national winners “There were several standout moments throughout the championships last year and a number of the athletes did themselves and their schools proud by breaking records and displaying great sportsmanship on and off the track I think that the performances of the athletes last year took the event to another level and this year we want to be there for the athletes in a more meaningful way,” Bryan stated Devon Biscuits will award J$350,000 to the winning school at each of the three regional championships and J$600,000 to the champion school at the national finals “We’re investing in the development of the youth in Jamaica in sports helping to fulfill dreams and hopes for future athletes to represent Jamaica,” Bryan added The company’s continued backing not only reinforces its brand presence but also its role in promoting youth empowerment through sport making situational awareness crucial when driving near them We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentThe Devon RCMP recommends the following precautions: If you’re a rider getting ready for the season, take the time to prepare yourself and your bike before hitting the road. The RCMP recommends: For more tips on motorcycle safety follow us on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta and on X @RCMPAlberta. This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Devon RCMP are reminding motorists that on Saturday volunteers will be helping to clean up provincial highways across Alberta as part of the annual Highway Cleanup program Devon RCMP is encouraging drivers to stay alert and use caution when traveling near cleanup crews. Please keep the following tips in mind: For more safety tips follow us on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta and on X @RCMPAlberta. Devon Communities in Bloom has selected Allan Macaulay to be recognized by the program Community Spirit Lives Here Allan says that the most enjoyable aspect of helping people manage their trees is the meeting and making of good friends. He spends much of his time during spring and summer helping at the Devon Community Garden where he has made lots of friends and acquaintances. He maintains a plot in the community garden where he transplants the seedlings that have outgrown his backyard. Other positions and activities that he is or was involved with include being the current secretary/treasurer of the Devon Nature Club, past chair of Devon Communities in Bloom, past president and still a member of the Lions Club. After leaving his position as chair of Devon Communities in Bloom Allan provided advice and content for the “Trees of Devon” publication. He regularly collaborates with the Town of Devon to draft park by-laws which are designed to protect green spaces. In this capacity he helps with policing the trails and doing trail reclamation along the shores of the North Saskatchewan River and on the steep trails within Voyageur Park which are prone to landslides in wet seasons. This work also includes providing know-how and recommendations for improvements to the park. He assisted with the creation and maintenance of the Highwood Park Wetlands with some members and Kristen Andersen, the president, of the Alberta Native Plant Council. Allan recently spearheaded a fundraiser for Wild North with help from members of the Nature Club. In his spare time, he builds and puts up birdhouses around a pond in the town industrial park as well as in locations that he selected as ideal nesting sites along rural side roads. Through his tireless generosity and devoted community spirit Allan continues to make the community of Devon a better place to live. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle content 20 members of the Devon Lions Club visited the Leduc & District Food Bank They took a tour of the facility and learned more about the programs they operate We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentWhile there, the Lions Club members assisted in preparing 407 sandwiches that are frozen and sent to schools for children who need a meal program. Schools notify the food bank monthly how many sandwiches they will need, and the food bank sends the required frozen sandwiches. The Devon Lions Club also took this opportunity to present a cheque in the amount of $1,500 to the Leduc & District Food Bank to assist them in continuing to help the community at large. Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page Calgary singer-songwriter and TikTok sensation Devon Cole will be opening for Shania Twain this summer at the Saddledome Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience who is currently signed to Arista Records/Sony Music first entered the spotlight with her viral hit W.I.T.C.H (Woman In Total Control of Herself) in 2020 racking up millions of likes on social media and becoming a sensation on TikTok and Spotify the former Western Canada High School student said Twain is her favourite performer She saw Twain in concert at the Saddledome seven years ago “I had not started releasing music at that point and I wept and wept and wept because I love her so much,” Cole says “There was this moment when she came out into the crowd and walked around the floor Just to love so much and be able to see her and now … I can’t believe it.” Your weekday lunchtime roundup of curated links By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc The next issue of Noon News Roundup will soon be in your inbox Interested in more newsletters? 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy You can manage saved articles in your account the project will transform a neglected Bideford area with over 100 apartments Morgan Sindall Construction has been appointed as the main contractor for the Brunswick Wharf development in Devon is set to revitalise a long-neglected area in Bideford by introducing more than one hundred apartments The project will also include a dual-purpose surface-level car park it will feature a new riverside walk that connects to a public open square and a shared cycling and pedestrian path connecting to North Devon’s Tarka Trail making the Brunswick Wharf accessible for both residents and visitors Red Earth secured planning approval for the Brunswick Wharf project which incorporates environmental improvements such as enhanced greenspace and measures to reduce carbon emissions The development will honour the site’s historical significance by preserving the ‘I Baker & Son’ plaque and incorporating a storytelling element in collaboration with local organisations Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis Brunswick Wharf is stated to become a significant landmark for the town of Bideford Morgan Sindall Construction will focus on sustainable and “innovative” construction practices that adhere to the “highest” environmental standards including the development of energy-efficient homes and the integration of renewable technologies Red Earth director Simon Friend said: “We are delighted to have Morgan Sindall on board as the main contractor This milestone follows a thorough tendering process and marks a major step forward for the regeneration of this iconic riverside site We are excited to partner with them initially through preconstruction as they support us through the design development stages leading up to the start on site This is a big step forward for the Brunswick Wharf project and we’re confident that their expertise will ensure the vision for this development is brought to life in a sustainable and inspiring way.” “Morgan Sindall’s vision for inspirational construction and sustainable business in the industry aligns perfectly with our goals for Brunswick Wharf Their commitment to creating places that enhance communities resonates strongly with our vision for the site which will provide not only much-needed homes but also public spaces and amenities that will benefit the entire community.” In April 2025, Morgan Sindall Construction’s Southern Home Counties Business completed the Crawley Innovation Centre and handed it over to Crawley Borough Council in the UK Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network With the arrival of spring and warmer temperatures comes the elevated risk of an early wildfire season The Devon RCMP urges the public to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their families as part of the collective effort to minimize risk and respond swiftly when wildfires occur We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentTo help residents stay prepared, the Devon RCMP offers the following safety tips: It is with profound sadness that the family of Devon Joseph Mabee wish to announce his unexpected passing on February 11 he was the beloved son of Mark Mabee and Janet Buckley boats and being on the water. He was currently employed as a marine mechanic with Simpson Motors. he is survived by his fiancé Alyssa Yeomans his cherished daughters Aubree Raine Hunter-Mabee and Chloe Jade Mabee sisters Sammie Mabee (Chris Baxter) and Melanie Bonnevie (Tyler Ferguson) his maternal grandparents Malcolm and Sandra Buckley uncles and cousins and his wide circle of friends He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents Following cremation, the family will receive relatives and friends, at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road (506) 646-2424 on Friday February 14 from 4-8pm. The funeral service will take place in the Fundy Chapel at 5:00pm on Saturday 2025. Interment at the Springfield Cemetery at a later date. Remembrances made to the NB Heart & Stroke Foundation or the charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated The Devon Historical Society is excited to announce the summer hours of operation for the society’s museum located upstairs in Devon’s historic 1949 School Building at No We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentStarting June 5, the museum will be open to the public on Thursdays from 4 to 8 p.m. and on Fridays from 2 to 6 p.m. The museum will be open on this schedule throughout the summer and into the fall. Admission to the museum will remain free, but cash donations are always welcome. Prior to the museum opening up to the public for the summer of 2025, the Devon Historical Society is honoured to be providing a selection of museum artifacts for display at the upcoming Town of Devon’s 75th Anniversary Gala celebrations that are planned for May 31 in the Devon Community Centre. In addition to supporting the anniversary celebrations, the Devon Historical Society has kicked off its annual membership campaign for 2025-26. All existing members are encouraged to renew their memberships in the society before June 30. The annual membership fee remains at $10, however, lifetime memberships can be purchased for $100. New members are always welcome to join the society at the same annual fees. The Devon Historical Society will soon be launching their main fundraising campaign for 2025. The society members will be busy selling raffle tickets to support the operation of the museum. This year’s prize will be two Edmonton Oilers 2025-2026 Season Tickets. A total of 2,000 tickets will be available for sale at $10 each. The Devon Historical Society is looking forward to the continued support from the community and it is very grateful for all the past support. The preservation of historical artifacts from the citizens, organizations and businesses of the Town of Devon is the core value of the Devon Historical Society, whose motto is simply “Preserving Our Past.” The ad-free version is ready for purchase on iOS mobile app today we couldn't find that page";var n=e.querySelector("h2");return n&&n.remove(),{staticContent:e,title:t}},d=function(e){var t=document.createElement("button");return t.innerText=e,t.classList.add("error-page-button"),t},f=function(e){var t=document.createElement("div");t.id="recirculation-404",t.classList.add("brand-hint-bg");var n="\n \n \n Tick here if you would like us to send you the author’s response Almost 300 former pupils who left Pilton School in the summer of 1976 are being sought by organisers planning a 50-year reunion to celebrate the milestone—and The event will take place at Pilton School in the same reception lounge where the Class of '76 once gathered as teenagers It aims to reunite students who attended the Chaddiford Lane site between 1971 and 1976 The reunion is expected to serve as both a nostalgic celebration and a chance for attendees to reflect on the paths they have taken since leaving school The early 1970s marked a significant turning point for the institution. In 1971, the school—formerly Barnstaple Secondary Modern School for Girls—welcomed boys for the first time The transformation into a comprehensive school came a year later following the closure of Barnstaple Boys’ Secondary Modern on Derby Road and it was then renamed Pilton Community College was head girl in 1975-76 and is leading the organising team Carol said: “It will be great to see everyone again a fantastic opportunity to renew old friendships and find out what everyone have been up to over the last 50 years!” She added: “I don't know where the time has gone so I guess my peers must all be feeling the same We are now either retired or not far off the big day so there must be hundreds of funny and interesting stories that can be shared over a glass of wine!” Organisers hope to bring together as many classmates as possible and are encouraging them to return to Barnstaple for the special occasion. A dedicated Facebook group— Pilton School, class of '76 - Retirement Reunion 2025 —has been created where members can share old photos and memorabilia ahead of the event Those attending the reunion will also have the opportunity to see themselves projected “in all their former glory” on the night Tickets are available from Kings Carpets in Barnstaple Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right The 37-year-old man is described as being approximately 5’2” tall He was last seen on the morning of March 23 in the area of Freshwater Road Anyone with information pertaining to the whereabouts of Dibbon is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000 One person was taken to hospital after a shed fire in the west end of… An Ontario man who swindled tens of thousands of dollars from seniors in a “grandparent… May 5 is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved Devon RCMP is reminding residents to take proactive steps to prepare for potential flooding including heavy rainfall and rapid snowmelt can increase the risk of localized flooding particularly in areas that have experienced high water levels in previous years We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentTo help residents stay safe and protect their properties, Devon RCMP offers the following flood preparedness tips: This year, the Town of Devon is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and DDSC is marking its 54th season as a‬ cornerstone of summer sports in our community. As the harshness of winter fades and we embrace longer,‬ sunnier days, the warmth of the sun lifts our spirits, teasing us with the promise of summer. It’s the perfect‬time to dive into something new — what better way than by making waves with the Devon Dolphins Swim‬ Club (DDSC)!‬ Article content‭Our swimmers experience the thrill of progression and growth while having lots of fun in the sun. Swimming‬ is an excellent way to enhance fitness and foster healthy habits; swim club offers the opportunity to develop‬ essential life skills such as discipline, teamwork, determination, and goal-setting in a positive environment.‬ ‭Whether it’s splashing around in practice or cheering on teammates at a meet, there’s something special‬ about being part of the Devon Dolphins family.‬ ‭Registration for new swimmers opens March 2. For all the details, visit‬‭ www.devondolphins.ca‬‭.‬‭ Register‬ by April 1 to access DDSC Swimwear. We’re casting our net wide for enthusiastic new recruits, excited to‬ introduce a new generation to the joys of competitive swimming. Come join our Dolphin family and make‬ this summer one to remember!‬ It’s been 13 years since Ben Perry raced Paris – Ancaster The former pro raced the gravel event as one of his first in the sport he has had a long career riding on several WorldTour took the win over Yehor Volkov (Hustle PRO Cycling) and Theo De Groote Ascent Cycling’s Jeremy Rae was the early animator of the Cento event soloing ahead of chasers Gregory Santiago Zapata Cordoba and Jeremy Gworek for the first 75 km A post shared by Canadian Cycling Magazine (@canadiancycling) Devon Clarke—former gravel national champion—took a big win It was the first time the women’s event was separated she didn’t have to worry about a woman being ahead or behind in another group A post shared by Canadian Cycling Magazine (@canadiancycling) Clarke ultimately made her move after the pack whittled down to a small selection finishing 1:42 ahead of Anne-Sophie Hébert A post shared by Canadian Cycling Magazine (@canadiancycling) For full results, visit racetiming.ca Get the digital edition of Canadian Cycling Magazine Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Northern Trust Corp boosted its holdings in Devon Energy Co. (NYSE:DVN - Free Report) by 2.4% in the fourth quarter according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission The institutional investor owned 6,260,735 shares of the energy company's stock after purchasing an additional 144,789 shares during the quarter Northern Trust Corp owned about 0.95% of Devon Energy worth $204,914,000 as of its most recent SEC filing Several other hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock Morse Asset Management Inc acquired a new stake in Devon Energy during the 3rd quarter worth $126,000 Pine Valley Investments Ltd Liability Co purchased a new position in shares of Devon Energy during the third quarter worth about $209,000 World Investment Advisors LLC increased its position in shares of Devon Energy by 3,440.3% during the third quarter World Investment Advisors LLC now owns 149,437 shares of the energy company's stock worth $5,846,000 after purchasing an additional 145,216 shares in the last quarter Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB acquired a new stake in shares of Devon Energy during the third quarter worth about $1,576,000 Synovus Financial Corp boosted its position in shares of Devon Energy by 67.1% in the 3rd quarter Synovus Financial Corp now owns 38,097 shares of the energy company's stock valued at $1,490,000 after purchasing an additional 15,294 shares during the period 69.72% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors Several research analysts have commented on the company UBS Group cut their price target on Devon Energy from $41.00 to $35.00 and set a "neutral" rating on the stock in a research report on Monday Citigroup decreased their price target on shares of Devon Energy from $46.00 to $43.00 and set a "buy" rating for the company in a research note on Friday Raymond James set a $40.00 price objective on shares of Devon Energy in a research report on Monday Royal Bank of Canada reduced their target price on shares of Devon Energy from $49.00 to $40.00 and set a "sector perform" rating for the company in a report on Monday Susquehanna lowered their price target on Devon Energy from $52.00 to $41.00 and set a "positive" rating on the stock in a report on Tuesday Ten research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and thirteen have given a buy rating to the company the stock presently has an average rating of "Moderate Buy" and a consensus price target of $43.87 View Our Latest Stock Report on DVN Shares of NYSE:DVN traded down $0.81 during trading on Monday 9,981,422 shares of the stock were exchanged compared to its average volume of 8,487,738 The company has a market cap of $19.71 billion a quick ratio of 1.01 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.57 The company has a fifty day moving average price of $32.94 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $34.99 has a 12-month low of $25.89 and a 12-month high of $51.46 Devon Energy (NYSE:DVN - Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday The energy company reported $1.16 EPS for the quarter topping analysts' consensus estimates of $1.00 by $0.16 The company had revenue of $4.40 billion for the quarter compared to the consensus estimate of $4.25 billion Devon Energy had a return on equity of 22.52% and a net margin of 18.14% The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend March 14th were given a dividend of $0.24 per share This represents a $0.96 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.13% This is a boost from Devon Energy's previous quarterly dividend of $0.22 Devon Energy's payout ratio is presently 21.05% MarketBeat keeps track of Wall Street's top-rated and best performing research analysts and the stocks they recommend to their clients on a daily basis. MarketBeat has identified the five stocks that top analysts are quietly whispering to their clients to buy now before the broader market catches on.. While Devon Energy currently has a Moderate Buy rating among analysts top-rated analysts believe these five stocks are better buys View The Five Stocks Here Enter your email to learn what streetwise investors need to know about the metaverse and public markets before making an investment Sign up for MarketBeat All Access to gain access to MarketBeat's full suite of research tools NEW YORK -- Ask a question about Devon Toews in the Colorado Avalanche dressing room and his teammates respond with an unprompted comparison "He's kind of like our Nicklas Lidstrom out there," Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon said his stick and his IQ is through the roof." Lidstrom won the Norris Trophy seven times in his Hall of Fame career with the Detroit Red Wings He's a four-time Stanley Cup champion and an Olympic gold medalist Toews has the Stanley Cup championship and next year, he may get the chance at an Olympic gold, but he may never sniff the Norris Trophy, which goes to the NHL's best defensemen each season considering his partner is Cale Makar who could win it for a second time this season he's basically in my opinion Nicklas Lidstrom," Makar told NHL.com Lidstrom was the best defenseman in his era Makar is on his way to being the same in his a New York Islanders' fourth-round pick in the 2014 NHL Draft who didn't play full time in the NHL until 2019 the Avalanche and now to Hockey Canada can't be overstated Toews and Makar have formed arguably the best defense pair in the NHL for four years. They will be that against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers on Friday (9 p.m. ET; TVAS, SNW, ALT, KUSA), and they should be given a chance to do the same for Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off, starting against Sweden at Bell Centre on Wednesday (8 p.m. ET; MAX, truTV, TNT, SN, TVAS). Complete coverage of 4 Nations Face-OffCanada Toews has 24 points in 51 games this season He plays 20:01 per game in all situations always against the opposition's best Makar used words like "effortless," and "fluid" and "never overstraining himself" to describe Toews' game the way he moves his stick and the way he's able to poke pucks especially when guys try to chip it around him Guys would talk about how hard it was to chip the puck around him It makes my life a lot easier that I don't have to go back in the corner to get pucks." The 4 Nations Face-Off represents Toews' second chance to wear the Canada sweater in an international tournament The other was at the 2012 World Junior A Challenge That should tell you all you need to know about how far Toews has come to earn the comparison to Lidstrom he was barely on a watchlist for junior players in Western Canada 102 pounds and it was my first year playing defense actually," Toews said "I was a point per game guy on my bantam team but everyone looked at me and my size and was like 'No way you're going to be able to play defense.'" Toews watched friends get selected in the Western Hockey League draft he played two seasons of Junior A hockey with the Surrey Eagles in the British Columbia Hockey League from 2011-13 he was almost a point-per-game player with 47 points (10 goals That got him a full scholarship to Quinnipiac University "I was extremely ecstatic about that," Toews said and if I had the opportunity to play pro or keep moving on but I had the outlook that I was getting my degree more than anything else." Quinnipiac coach Rand Pecknold said Toews had grown to 6-feet tall when he got to Quinnipiac as a 19-year-old "Just physically he was way behind," Pecknold told NHL.com "No coach had ever really taught it to him or held him accountable for it," Pecknold said "We teach a lot of the details of the game here at Quinnipiac We don't have the first or second round picks like Minnesota and Michigan But we pride ourselves with having really good sticks defensively The game had already started to change when Toews got to Quinnipiac Defenseman didn't need to be big and physical to make it to the NHL "His hockey IQ was crazy elite from the get go and just naturally he matured with us," Pecknold said we only lost four games and he was playing 26 or 27 minutes a game Pecknold was convinced then that Toews would be a good NHL player that the Islanders slow-played his development keeping him in Bridgeport for two-plus seasons when he played 30 games before sustaining a season-ending shoulder injury "We live right down the street from Bridgeport," Pecknold said "I would go watch a lot of games and he was light years better than anyone else on the other team Now I'm thinking maybe that's just my bias but he was clearly like 12 steps ahead of everyone else on the ice and those are good American League players." Toews didn't get his first NHL chance until midway through the 2018-19 season He diplomatically credits Islanders general manager Lou Lamoriello and former coach Barry Trotz for believing in him "I felt I was ready before that and they said but for them to make me wait I think was kind of a blessing in disguise of me becoming a true pro and understanding all the little nuances in this game and in this league." He had 46 points in 116 regular season games and 15 in 30 games in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with the Islanders They didn't believe in him enough to sign him as a restricted free agent so Toews was traded to the Avalanche for two second-round draft picks on Oct He earned a spot on Canada's roster for the 4 Nations Face-Off "I don't feel like I have to prove people wrong; I'm just proving myself right the whole way through." A young man charged as a minor for his alleged involvement in the February 2022 killing of a Halifax teen has elected to be tried in Nova Scotia Supreme Court by a judge alone The 20-year-old Halifax man was 17 when he allegedly acted as an accessory after the fact to the murder of friend Devon Sinclair Marsman and obstructed justice The accused’s identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act when he appeared in youth court with lawyer Adam Rodgers Subscribe now to access this story and more: Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience who works in Nova Scotia Legal Aid’s Antigonish office became the man’s lawyer last month after Sam Allen of Dalhousie Legal Aid withdrew as counsel because of a conflict Rodgers said his client wished to have a preliminary inquiry in youth court Judge Bronwyn Duffy scheduled the hearing for June 10 The 20-year-old was one of two men arrested this past September after remains believed to be those of Devon were recovered in the Hantsport area interfering with human remains and obstructing justice He was last seen in the Spryfield area of Halifax on Feb where Treyton Marsman was living at the time The Crown gave notice in September that if the younger man is found guilty That triggered his right to be tried in Supreme Court by a judge and jury or by a judge alone The man was granted bail with the Crown’s consent Sept He was ordered to reside with his two sureties There are exceptions to the curfew for medical emergencies or appointments or when he’s in the “immediate physical presence” of one of his sureties cannot possess firearms and is prohibited from having contact with Marsman two women later charged as accessories after the fact and a list of potential Crown witnesses Rodgers has applied to shorten the man’s curfew so he can take part in training for mixed martial arts Prosecutor Kim McOnie said the Crown was not consenting to the variation 25 and charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder interfering with remains and obstructing justice of Bedford turned herself in to police Oct 24 and is charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder and interfering with remains Both women were granted bail in Supreme Court Their charges are due back in Halifax provincial court Jan His next appearance in provincial court will be Jan possibly to set dates for a preliminary inquiry A GoFundMe account was launched in September to help Devon’s mother More than $14,900 of the $25,000 goal had been raised as of Thursday The British Virgin Islands is an explorer's dream with more than 60 isles and cays to discover Expert-backed tips and a step-by-step breakdown to ward off these pests We tried it: Filtrete Smart Tower and the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Formaldehyde HP09 This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. 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Midtbø just released a video of them at Larratt’s home in Ottawa, where they go over training techniques for arm wrestling. At one point, Midtbø asks Larratt about his time in the Armed Forces, and Larratt said, “War is a messy, messy thing. Not to be glorified.” Follow Larratt on Instagram below and stay tuned for the next video of Midtbø’s visit to Canada. We’re expecting a second video of them climbing at Coyote Rock Gym sometime this season. A post shared by Devon Larratt (@devlarratt) Get the digital edition of Gripped for your chosen platform: I purchased with my grown daughter's family an old dairy farm where my youngest son with Down Syndrome could live a productive and meaningful life A tiny store where we sell our own raw milk and local goods has become a wonderful 'village' for so many human interactions religiously and politically different people find themselves wandering the farm sitting by the creek or playing with the random trucks that sit by the store A sense of intentionally choosing their food source seems to be the unifying thread but all appreciate the opportunities to experience this kind of 'village'.. lots of face to face exchanges happen...and on good days reunions of old friendships and business connections happen too I stop at a gap in the thick hedgerow and lean on a gate which in turn is held by the bedrock of this place to believe it – that I am held by this place Here in Devon – a county name which in the old language of the Celtic Dumnnonii tribe who once lived here means “deep valley dweller” – valleys drip with life and stories a green patchwork quilt of fields and farms I look back to our village: the cottages and school the village hall which bears traces of what community has meant to this place I wonder what clues it holds about the literal and figurative village that it will supposedly take to raise my daughter I want to know where this village is because I am also anxious I am anxious about where online spaces are taking us about what AI will mean for my daughter and the world about the rapid deterioration of the climate I want to know my daughter will be OK facing the uncertainty of a fraying social and environmental fabric how to swap a measure of independence for shared rhythms and care I am trying to work this out for myself too – how to accept the invitation to community how to reconcile my restless heart and my desire to belong how to arrive at the ground beneath my feet My maternal family line has rooted in Devon for hundreds of years after moving around the United Kingdom and the world for years following jobs moved to this village in the agricultural heartland of Devon some years back for affordability we caught a view of Dartmoor’s distant folds on the horizon holds an altogether more ancient kind of village stabilizing myself in place and time on 3,500-year-old grey-cold granite boulders that mark the remnants of Bronze Age settlements There are lots of these village remains over the moor They are scattered granite skeletons that speak of a past togetherness developed a unique need and ability to care and cooperate It has always taken a village to raise a child it has always taken care to become who we are but the truth is that I am finding it hard to be part of one despite working with communities locally and globally for two decades It has taken motherhood to make me realize I was never meant to do it all alone But alone is how I have felt at times as a new mother From early hominins to village dwellers on Dartmoor to recent years I am learning how togetherness and place and cooperation have supported the development of individuals and communities We are group-loving beings but many of us have been wrenched from our villages into a modern world that is bending us into new forms caring in this context is hard because we were not supposed to do it this way I love to believe that I am seeking an interdependent like those I admire from a distance who are choosing cohousing arrangements or hosting community meals I imagine living like the early Christians in the Book of Acts where “all the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts.” How beautiful I think I like the idea more than I would the reality I avoid my neighbors to evade obligatory small talk community can feel like a chore because of fault lines – political have made these fault lines shift and tremble the safety and seclusion of four walls is appealing But isolation is only ever a temporary fix to the challenge of others And it is never a fix to the challenge of self How then do we create the close social bonds, the face-to-face existence that, according to Susan Pinker, author of The Village Effect: Why Face-to-Face Contact Matters How do we make space for this when so many of us live by our own schedules How do we do it when the self is encouraged over interdependence when the tethers that once existed between people said his favorite landscape was around his home in Oregon He writes: “I’m happy in this undemonstrative my only choice is participation – to learn from it by participating … of not opting for the expediency of detachment.” But keeping care within the four walls of our little family feels like hoarding we walked outside to find one of our neighbors on our roof and to live the Trinity’s three-in-oneness that shows us how to be fully ourselves by being fully with others we will need to understand words like interdependence how to relate to our neighbors and our places the ecologies of care – of love – that we have always depended on Participation as an elected district councilor helped me to begin my relationship with this place I’d listen to residents – sometimes joyfully always curious – at countless parish meetings and in freezing village halls across the area I served; advocate on their behalf at committee meetings; go for walks and talks with them; plant trees with them sinking literal and figurative roots into our shared red soil who is a farmer and politically distant to me has evolved from acquaintance to friend via Land Rover drives and honest conversations about our real lives Participation has helped me get to know people and stories motherhood has felt like a ripping away of that sense of participation my days now focused on my own household’s needs and plans This is important and often isolating work I feel I am participating online more than in person I click on Instagram – it repels me I reply to a message from a woman I only know through these digital squares and in recent months I have found reassurance and connection with her and others in this digital space in a way I haven’t from some real-life relationships a source of connection in an often isolating society Digital connections with like-minded people have But I want community to be about more than shared interests I wonder whether it is more about co-located people people who have a stake in the life of a place Poet and essayist Gary Snyder speaks about a community being a group of people who share a watershed Being co-located is about living alongside and being shaped by people who are not like us But fault lines can become opportunities for encounter if we’re prepared to sit and listen and perhaps even be changed Jim helped me to understand things: the role of tradition in a community and the primacy of relationship over political leaning in creating change A community is as unique as the place where it exists The village I am seeking is people but also landscape and the life-giving space between these things a collective grounding in place and reaching for light As the director of Helsinki’s library says homeless people – all fit within the same walls.” But these spaces are getting harder to come by in the United Kingdom Public libraries are closing down for lack of funding (around one fifth have closed since 2010) Our large regional library in Exeter was taken over by a business and managed to keep its doors open It is hard to name other free spaces where appreciating the emotional connection with other mothers but often craving something other than the toys Re-villaging might also look to the church for guidance Church is what I most imagine – most hope – community could be: a flawed group of people who choose to stay together despite differences I don’t think there are many other places where that happens and I think the church needs to face outward and welcome the community-curious as much as the Christian-curious also become a distraction to avoid the deeper work of facing who we are and who we’re becoming I’ve seen the relative ease of focusing on process and programs versus the challenge of facing ourselves but it is also as earthy as digging my hands into soil at the allotment as rambling as conversations with neighbors as inconvenient as choosing encounters on public transport instead of the convenience of my car It is about trust in each other even when there are forces and companies that would rather we put that trust in them our village hall hosted a conversation about the future of this place and everyone was invited to contribute ideas about work the Post-it notes fluttered and flapped like leaves on a tree There are so many people who want to participate Often people don’t join in because they don’t know how The formal processes of government can be cumbersome But placemaking and community building can be as simple as pens Conan Doyle says of the place: “You are conscious everywhere of the homes and the work of prehistoric people … the strange thing is that they should have lived so thickly on what must always have been most unfruitful soil.” I wonder how we might choose to “live thickly” on the often unfruitful soil of modern life I am drawn to and challenged by this necessity of commitment to a place and to a community I think it is the thing that has always tethered us – in hunter-gatherer groups The independence and rootlessness of the past hundred or so years may be an anomaly in the story of human communities my daughter is asking me to participate – not just in this place with its people and institutions She is asking me to re-village not in theory but as messily and abundantly as the ancient hedgerow outside my window to face the village and help call it forth and – I am realizing – me Her background is in international development and local politics Without glorifying community or motherhood Elizabeth Rush’s The Quickening brings these things into the conversation on climate change practical ways to incorporate the wisdom of a fourteenth-century poem into her government work environmentalists like me should work with farmers African Christians seek to heal the ravages of ecological and ethnic violence We’re born with a hunger for roots and a desire to pass on a legacy A Toronto-based Realtor with Ottawa Valley roots has been nominated as the Ontario Liberal Party’s candidate for Stormont—Dundas—South Glengarry We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentMonkhouse’s candidacy was confirmed Wednesday as was Nicholas Lapierre with the Green Party of Ontario bringing the slate of local candidates up to five The deadline to file all nominations for the election is Thursday at 2 p.m Apart from running in student elections at Carleton University where Monkhouse received his undergraduate degree in history with a minor in Greek and Roman studies and politics this is his first time on the campaign trail Monkhouse said he is not new to supporting the Liberals a collective that works to support and amplify the voices and needs of small town residents I believe the path to victory for the Liberal party has to include rural and Northern Ontario,” said Monkhouse “More than half of my family live in rural and small-town Ontario and hearing they have felt unheard by the Liberal party when we were in power towards the end of Wynne’s government was disheartening.” Your weekday digest of the top stories from our newsrooms in Cornwall The next issue of Eastern Ontario Midday Roundup will soon be in your inbox Monkhouse said he has heard from rural and small-town Ontario residents who feel their needs have not been heard during the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario Doug Ford government’s reign to connect everyone in the province with a family doctor within four years and modernizing family medicine to include evening and weekend appointments Through Monkhouse’s work with rural and Northern Ontario voters he said he is also hoping to see greater outreach with dairy farmers in the riding Watching his late grandfather work diligently day and night on his cash-crop farm Monkhouse said he wants to ensure the voice of the farming community is heard in order to strengthen climate resiliency and local food security “I think we’ve seen a large amount of waste with the Ford government,” said Monkhouse using the $612-million example from when Ford wanted to speed up alcohol sales and availability in the province from 2026 to a 2024 rollout “Having an opportunity for people from Cornwall… to go to school locally Keeping people in the community keeps jobs in the community… and brings skills into the community,” he said mentioning the Liberal’s platform to alter government funding models for post-secondary education institutions away from reliance on international student enrolment Increasing the Ontario Disability Subsidy Program amount eliminating some Ontario Land Transfer Tax and scrapping some development charges are also important to Monkhouse and key party priorities Monkhouse is the second local candidate to step forward for the Ontario Liberal Party during this campaign as Ryan St-Jean was nominated but exited the race shortly after the election date was officially set With the Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce and Social Development Council of Cornwall and Area debate rescheduled to Feb Monkhouse said he is looking forward 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By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy A new specialist toilet designed to offer dignity and independence to people with complex care needs has opened at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital following a campaign by a young girl and her mother The facility, known as a Changing Places toilet, was officially unveiled at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s main entrance at the RD&E (Wonford) site privacy screen and a host of other accessible features The new toilet was created in response to concerns raised by patients and their families over the lack of suitable facilities at the hospital The campaign gained momentum after the Trust’s board of directors heard the story of Rosie who highlighted how the absence of such a facility impacted their hospital visits The installation forms part of the Trust’s wider Patient Experience Strategy to improve access and support for all visitors the site now includes a second accessible toilet and a dedicated breastfeeding facility Rosie and Ruth were central to the opening event with Rosie cutting the ribbon using her Augmentative and Alternative Communication device to declare: “The new big toilet is open!” Ruth said: “A Changing Places toilet is long-overdue at the RD&E It makes perfect sense to have one in a hospital with so many people attending who might need this facility Rosie and her friends have been so happy to be part of the project Thanks to the hospital for listening to us.” deputy director of nursing (patient experience) said: “It is really fantastic for us to be able to officially launch our Changing Places facility at the RD&E after 12 months of planning and development Changing Places toilets are really important to support people who may be limited in their mobility to be able to use equipment to help them either get on the toilet or meet hygiene needs I am so grateful to our service users for their help in campaigning for this facility and their support in the design and final space.” This new installation brings the total number of Changing Places toilets at Trust sites to two, with the first opening at North Devon District Hospital in 2022 The new facility features an emergency alarm and a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench One wall is decorated with a photographic mural of Exeter and a plaque outside the room thanks Rosie and Ruth for their role in the project Changing Places campaigns for more fully accessible public toilets across the UK For more on Changing Places, visit: https://www.changing-places.org For information about the Royal Devon, visit: https://www.royaldevon.nhs.uk Story SavedYou can find this story in My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The Devon Skating Club would also like to extend a huge thank you to our sponsors and the local businesses that generously donated prizes. Their support is truly what keeps our club afloat, allowing us to provide exceptional programming and opportunities for our skaters. We are so grateful for the continued support of our wonderful community. We’re also excited to announce that the season isn’t over yet. Spring Skate is here, running from April to June, offering skaters of all levels the chance to continue developing their skills. There are still spots available, so don’t miss the opportunity to stay on the ice a little longer. In late November early December 2024 Devon RCMP began investigating several incidents of break and enters to commercial businesses in the Devon area Police believed that these thefts were committed by the same group of people Devon RCMP with help from the Alberta RCMP Community Response Team (CRT) were able to identify some of the suspects involved 2025 officers executed a search warrant at a property on Range Road 14 in Parkland County RCMP have arrested and charged Parkland County resident Robinson was taken before a justice of the peace and release from custody with his next court date set for Jan 2025 at the Alberta Court of Justice in Leduc Dupuis was taken before a justice of the peace and remanded into custody with his next court date set for Jan RCMP have charged Parkland County resident Louis-Lee Lamouche (28) with: who was already in custody on other matters remains in custody with his next court date set for Jan “This investigation was an example of exemplary coordination between Devon Leduc Parkland Detachments as well as the Alberta RCMP Community Response Team,” says Sgt “Focusing our enforcement efforts on repeat offenders such as these have the largest overall impact on reducing property crime.” If you have not been contacted by police and your items are not on the list then they have not been located during this investigation This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page The latest news as it happens in Dartmoor covering Okehampton important updates and local opinions from across Okehampton Cycling and more local Dartmoor Sports News property sales & property of the week including Okehampton house prices and opinions on Dartmoor's property market including Okehampton Local area spotlights & features across Dartmoor Dartmoor national park is 368 miles of beautiful English countryside find out what green issues are affecting Dartmoor here at The Moorlander Get local news & council updates for across Dartmoor including Okehampton Showcasing and celebrating the incredible independent businesses of Dartmoor Ashburton & Surrounding areas from the local community & our reporters Get your local Dartmoor traffic & travel reports Please allow ads as they help fund our trusted local news content Kindly add us to your ad blocker whitelist If you want further access to Ireland's best local journalism consider contributing and/or subscribing to our free daily Newsletter Support our mission and join our community now you can subscribe for as little as €0.50 per week which will also give you access to all of our premium content and archived articles Thank you for supporting Ireland's best local journalism captured at the Bath Festival by Steven Haywood is set to perform at the Exeter Comedy Festival after winning the US Eddie-Folio award for best comedy A West Devon vicar is swapping the pulpit for punchlines as she prepares to perform at the Exeter Comedy Festival this June an independent minister based in the small village of Meeth will be taking to the stage on 6 June as part of the city-wide festival. Already a finalist in the UK Funny Women competition and winner of the 2024 US Eddie-Folio Award for best comedy writing she’s proving that it’s never too late or too unlikely to try stand-up “If you’d told me that I’d become a stand-up comedian at the age of 56 you’d have got a very funny look in return,” she said “But they do say that if you want to make God laugh Maggy’s journey to comedy began not under a spotlight and writing bespoke funeral services. It was there that humour naturally surfaced “Funerals are always terrifying,” she said. I write bespoke ones that reflect the exact level of faith of the deceased and it is so important to get every fact correct This is a human life being laid to rest with dignity and respect with relatives who are grieving and vulnerable.” it was probably the funerals that got me into comedy.” Maggy explained that a series of unexpected nudges led her to comedy. once joked that a survey showed that people’s number one fear is public speaking you’re going to be happier in the coffin than doing the eulogy.” Families often asked if they could share a funny story or a joke about their loved one and Maggy realised that humour could bring comfort in difficult times “There’s nothing like a rumble of appreciative chuckling to salve a sad situation.” hadn’t crossed her mind until a series of coincidences “Have you ever thought about doing stand-up?” a man asked her at a talk she gave on the women of the Old Testament “I could never do that,” she replied at the time. explaining how she went on a comedy course to regain her self-esteem during a divorce “When God throws three hints at you within the space of seven days Maggy found a five-week stand-up comedy course starting just a week later let alone any of the other six trainees,” she said. inconsequentially: ‘I don’t like old people.’ I told her she’d recover from that in time .. Her set was different from the others. “I was the only one who had funny stories to tell which weren’t about sex food or the awfulness of other people,” she said. I found that I was stripping down their views (and prejudices) about God and spiritual people while simultaneously making them laugh.” she was performing at comedy gigs around the city. the six of us had our first comedy showcase on a Sunday night in the middle of Birmingham When you’re up on stage you often can’t hear your audience so I had no idea whether my set was working I was getting comedy bookings to perform all around the city.” “I’ve done two runs at the Edinburgh Fringe completely alone and the second one with two other vicars – a Rector from Kent and an RAF Chaplain – in an act called White Collar Comedy,” she said. three lay readers and four Religious Education teachers in the audience over the two weeks we were there.” each Bible story re-told brings knowledge to a new generation that may never even have heard the Lord’s Prayer Comedy can dissolve the sacred cows of religion and lift hearts and open eyes It can draw laughter from deep within the sacred and dissolve the profane To do this work is an incredible privilege.” And while some have criticised her for blending comedy with faith some people have said that I shouldn’t do this,” she said. in a profession that has been plagued by misogyny and homophobia for centuries “is one elderly woman making jokes about fundamentalists atheists and God really going to bring the clergy into disrepute?!” As she prepares for the Exeter Comedy Festival she’s determined to challenge more than just the audience’s expectations “Having a woman priest in your parish is still only optional – any parish that objects can refuse to have one – and if that diocese has a female bishop they can insist on having a male bishop who has never ordained a woman to come and do things like confirmations etc With her comedic journey only just beginning Maggy is looking forward to continuing her work and inspiration to all who are willing to listen " + $(".testo_articolo").html().replace(//g please subscribe and support local journalism Subscribing will allow you access to all of our premium content and archived articles To continue reading this article for FREE,please kindly register and/or log in Registration is absolutely 100% FREE and will help us personalise your experience on our sites You can also sign up to our carefully curated newsletter(s) to keep up to date with your latest local news Catherine Leeves with the real-life ‘Mischievous Mabel’ the border terrier who inspired her debut children’s book series Reach out for help: How drug and alcohol recovery services could work for you or a loved one Subscribe or register today to discover more from DonegalLive.ie Donegal Post and Inish Times here for instant access to Donegal's premier news titles Keep up with the latest news from Donegal with our daily newsletter featuring the most important stories of the day delivered to your inbox every evening at 5pm and while the weather is full of surprises it should come as no surprise that the if you are on the river The warm weather continues to deteriorate the ice cover on southern and central Alberta rivers This includes the North Saskatchewan River right here in our river valley The risk is the same for all bodies of water, including creeks and storm water facilities. A fall through the ice can happen at any moment, followed by the risk of hypothermia. Mixed with the undercurrent, your ability to pull yourself to safety is extremely limited. If you witness a person or an animal fall through the ice, call 9-1-1. It is important that you maintain a point of reference for the location and do not attempt a rescue. As we are all enjoying spring temperatures and spending time outdoors with our families, we are getting a much-needed boost to our mental health and wellbeing. Ensuring we are all safe outdoors is essential. Look out for each other, and enjoy the river safely from shore. Several of the following matters are currently under investigation. If anyone has any information regarding any of these incidents, or you see any suspicious activity, please contact the Devon RCMP at 780-987-3413. If you wish to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Devon RCMP investigated a single-vehicle collision that occurred on Athabasca Avenue. A traffic sign on the meridian was struck when the motorist was executing a U-turn. No injuries were reported. Devon RCMP are investigating the fraudulent purchase of a new vehicle, using a stolen identity. The transaction was completed online and the vehicle was delivered to the address provided by the fraudster. RCMP remind everyone to use caution when sharing personal details, such as banking information, online. If you are a victim of identity theft, contact the RCMP and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501. Devon RCMP responded to a 911 call on Superior Street, when a vehicle was broken down in the intersection of Superior Street and St. Lawrence Avenue. Officers administered a MAS (mandatory alcohol screening) Demand and the motorist blew a 0. The vehicle was pushed to an adjacent parking lot and traffic was no longer impeded. A wallet was reported lost with an Alberta Driver’s License and bank cards. Devon RCMP put the driver’s license on the nationwide database as lost, in the event it was found and used fraudulently. The wallet was later recovered with all of the contents inside, and the license removed from the database. Devon RCMP remind residents to report all lost and stolen identification, as if can be easily used for fraudulent activity, including identity fraud. Alberta license plate CPN4853 was stolen from a vehicle parked on Erie Street South. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Devon RCMP Detachment. Alberta trailer license plate 5VX385 was reported as lost. If found, contact the Devon RCMP Detachment. An erratic driver was reported to be travelling southbound on Highway 60 through Devon. Devon RCMP conducted patrols in the area and issued a BOLO (Be On the Look Out) to Leduc RCMP for further patrols in Leduc County. Devon RCMP received a report of illegal dumping of garbage in the alley way behind Superior Street near Haven Avenue. Town of Devon Community Peace Officers attended to the bylaw matter and, upon further investigation, no illegal dumping had occurred and the matter was resolved. Devon RCMP responded to a 911 call for an incident of road rage on Highway 19 at Highway 60. Officers conducted extensive patrols in the area, searching for a vehicle as described by the caller. The vehicle was not located and no further reports were made. Devon RCMP attended a business on Athabasca Avenue and located the owner of a vehicle parked in a crosswalk. Officers spoke to the owner and the vehicle was moved from the crosswalk without further incident. Two people were reported to be on the thinning ice, near the edge of the North Saskatchewan River. Devon RCMP attended the area and conducted foot patrols along the river. Two individuals were seen on ATVs, however, not walking on the ice. Officers spoke to bystanders and they were aware of the dangers of thin ice, and had not observed anyone doing so. Devon RCMP officers attended a business on Superior Street when a patron had a disagreement with staff. Officers mediated between the parties involved and found an agreeable solution to the dispute. A resident attended the Devon RCMP Detachment and reported being a victim on an online scam, when selling an item and accepting an e-transfer. The fraudster did not send money but instead made a withdrawal from the sellers account. RCMP remind everyone to use caution when buying and selling items online, only clicking on trusted banking links. Devon RCMP conducted routine traffic stops on Erie Street and Superior Street. Violation tickets were issued for Operate motor vehicle/trailer without subsisting certificate of registration, each with a fine of $324. Access was gained to a cell tower compound west of Devon, when someone cut through the locks on the gates. After prying open the door to the outbuilding, a string of telecom batteries was stolen causing further damage to the property. The police investigation is ongoing with increased patrols in the area. A wallet was found in the school playground on Jasper Court South. Devon RCMP Detachment staff contacted the owner and the wallet was returned. Police have charged a fifth person in connection with the killing of Halifax teenager Devon Sinclair Marsman in February 2022 of Bedford was arrested Thursday and charged with being an accessory after the fact to Devon’s murder Doyle appeared before a justice of the peace Thursday and then was before a judge briefly in Halifax provincial court Friday Court documents show the offence is alleged to have occurred between Feb he will have to make an application in Nova Scotia Supreme Court said Doyle was made aware investigators were looking for him and he surrendered at police headquarters and was arrested the Crown filed a direct indictment against a 20-year-old Halifax man accused of being an accessory after the fact to the February 2022 murder of his 16-year-old friend The man was 17 at the time of Devon’s disappearance so his identity is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act He also faces a charge of obstructing justice police announced the teen’s disappearance had become a homicide They said remains believed to be his had been found and that two men had been charged Two women were later arrested for their alleged involvement after the homicide and are free on bail of Hammonds Plains is charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder interfering with Devon’s remains and obstructing justice of Bedford faces charges of being an accessory after the fact to murder and interfering with human remains Halifax Regional Police announced the remains recovered in September had been positively identified as Devon’s Police said they would not be releasing the location where the remains were discovered because of the ongoing court proceedings but The Chronicle Herald has confirmed they were found near Hantsport Sign In Register INNISFAIL – The Devon Barons are just one win away from winning the North Central Hockey League quarter-finals against the Innisfail Eagles 14 at the Innisfail Twin Arena from a goal by Braiden Doucette at 13:13 of the first overtime period their second overtime victory of the series The Barons won the first game of the series at home with a 5 – 4 overtime victory Once again the Barons were outshot by the Eagles The Birds had 66 on Barons goalie Jordon Cooke while the Birds’ Wade Waters faced 42 But Devon made enough of theirs to make it count to take a two games to one lead in the best of five opening round series The Barons can seal their ticket to the semifinals with a third win on the night of Saturday its back to Innisfail on Sunday afternoon for the fifth and deciding game at 2:30 p.m Friday night’s third game saw the Eagles take a quick first period lead at 18:23 on a goal by Mike Marianchuk But the Barons’ Devon Winczura tied the game on a shorthanded goal at 7:23 Devon then got a power play goal by Matthew Stefanishion with 1:49 remaining in the opening period to take the lead Less than a minute later with 46 seconds left in the first period Devon’s Dayton Heino added one more and after 20 minutes the Barons had a 3 – 1 lead The Birds outshot Devon 23 – 14 in the opening period The second period was scoreless but the Eagles outshot the Barons by a margin of 18 – 13 the Birds’ scoring touch came alive in the second half of the third period Tyler Berkholtz scored a power play goal at 7:11 and less than a minute later Chase Thudium tied the game at 6:14 The 3 – 3 tie remained until the end of regulation play but Devon went on to win in the first overtime on Doucette’s goal with the Eagles Chance Longjohn getting second star and Devon goalie Cooke named the third More SPOTLIGHT > Devon RCMP is warning the public about a growing trend in distraction thefts involving fake jewelry scams These incidents have been reported in various areas across the province Devon RCMP offers the following tips to help the public stay safe: If anyone has information regarding this criminal activity trend, they are asked to contact their local police detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play. For more tips on preventing fraud follow us on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta and on X @RCMPAlberta. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentTo celebrate the milestone the town will be hosting three different events throughout the year is Devon’s free Birthday Bash at the Devon Community Centre the afternoon will feature a balloon artist live music and plenty of activities for all ages cupcakes and pizza will also be available on a first come is the date to circle for Devon’s 75th Anniversary Gala Also being held at the Devon Community Centre Tickets for the event can be purchased as individuals or by table Capping things off from August 8 through 10 is Block Party Weekend a three-day event with something for everyone Events on the itinerary include a bird walk More details for the event will be available in the summer