Torbay Council Media Releases

Torbay's library service helps Colin build a new life

22 May 2012 09:21:20 GMT

A unique partnership between Paignton Library and Information Centre and a local stroke survivor has received national recognition.

Battle of the Bands in Torbay

21 May 2012 09:21:20 GMT

Talented young musicians are being invited to perform in Parkfield's very first Battle of the Bands competition this summer.

Changes to opening times at libraries across the Bay

17 May 2012 15:19:14 GMT

The opening times of libraries across the Bay are to change from Monday 2 July.

South Devon Link Road contractor appointed

16 May 2012 15:19:11 GMT

Devon County Council and Torbay Council have announced the appointment of the contractor for the new South Devon Link Road which signals the start of the revitalisation of the South Devon and Torbay economy.

Fleet Street proposals go on display

18 May 2012 15:19:11 GMT

Plans for a £2.5-million improvement scheme in Fleet Street, Torquay, are to go on display at the end of May.

New harbour equipment could be a life-saver

16 May 2012 15:19:11 GMT

A vital piece of life-saving equipment has been placed on standby at Brixham Harbour.

Flags fly high for Jubilee celebrations

15 May 2012 14:41:03 GMT

As the countdown continues to the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in early June, flags are being hoisted at prime seafront and harbour locations across Torbay.

Olympic Torch Relay parking offer and traffic plans

15 May 2012 14:40:59 GMT

Torbay Council is offering a "park for a pound" promotion on Sunday 20 May, the day the Olympic Torch comes to the Bay.

Torbay's beaches top the UK charts

15 May 2012 14:42:05 GMT

Torbay has topped the charts for the second year in a row with the best beaches in the country, scooping a fantastic 15 awards - more than anywhere else in the country.

Funding Success for Torbay Music Service

10 May 2012 14:42:23 GMT

The Arts Council has announced that Torbay Music Service (the name under which Torbay Council’s Music Activities for young people are organised), is the lead organisation for one of the 122 new ‘Music Education Hubs' in the UK that will provide instumeental lessons, bands, choirs, orchestras and other music- making opportunities in and out of school for all children in their local area.

Paignton Zoo supports Foster Care Campaign

15 May 2012 14:44:42 GMT

Torbay residents are being encouraged to find out how they can become foster carers as part of the Fostering Network’s Foster Care Fortnight.