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New report reveals UK's happiest places to be a dog

Exeter comes 9th in Dogs Trust's Happy Place Index, but we all have room for improvement

For dogs, a happy place can be somewhere physical, like cuddling up next to their owner on the sofa, dozing by the fire or rolling around in a muddy puddle. But it can also be a feeling, like the excitement of a new toy, the comfort of being with their favourite humans, or the relief of just being somewhere safe.

To examine the various factors that contribute to a dog's satisfaction, an academic has developed a new formula – the Canine Happiness Score (CHS).

The new scoring system...

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Code of conduct to be drawn up for personal water craft users in Exmouth

Public feedback proves a Public Space Protection Order is not required at Belsher’s Slipway or Shelly Beach

East Devon District councillors have resolved not to introduce a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to address reported issues of antisocial behaviour involving the use of personal water craft at Belshers Slipway and Shelly Beach in Exmouth.

The decision was made in light of overwhelming local feedback received by the council in response to a consultation it undertook, which asked for the public’s views on how a PSPO would impact on their use and enjoyment of these...

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Extension to consultation on PSPO

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/15/2016 - 12:04pm

There's still time for people to have their say on whether Exeter introduces a new tool called a public spaces protection order (PSPO) to tackle anti-social behaviour such as street-drinking and the taking of legal highs in Exeter city centre.

Exeter City Council has decided to extend its consultation to give people more time to have their say on the PSPO and what it should include, if introduced.

The consultation period was due to close on 22 January but has now been extended until 29 February.

Cllr Keith Owen, Lead Councillor for antisocial behaviour, said: "We...

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Libraries Unlimited leadership line up announced

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 01/15/2016 - 11:50am

A Magistrate from East Devon, an Exeter based Artistic Director, an expert Business Growth Coach and a former BBC World Service Journalist are among those who have been appointed to help run Devon’s libraries.

Libraries Unlimited, the new independent public service mutual set up by the County Council and tasked with delivering Devon’s library service from April, has recruited four independent trustees to join its board. Two staff trustees and two community trustees will also join the board, after being elected as representatives by their peers.

Alongside the organisation’s...

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Snow and ice warning for Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/15/2016 - 11:20am

A weather warning of snow and ice has been issued for Devon.

Showers will become frequent this evening (Thursday) and will be heavy at times, increasingly turning to snow on high ground and inland.

A longer spell of spell of sleet and snow will move southeastwards across Wales and into parts of the West Country overnight.

Snow accumulations of 1-3cm are possible above 200 metres, with some small slushy accumulations to low levels very locally.

With some of the showers falling as sleet or rain, ice is more likely to prove a hazard here where surfaces are...

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Chiefs side to face Bordeaux

Rob Baxter wants his Exeter Chiefs side to go “flat out” in their quest to keep alive their qualification hopes in this season’s European Champions Cup.

Tomorrow, the high-flying Aviva Premiership outfit head across the English Channel to tackle Bordeaux-Begles in their penultimate fixture in Pool Two of this season’s competition.

With two victories and two losses to their name, the Chiefs know nothing less than a victory at the Stade Chaban Dalmas (2pm) will be good enough if they are to stand any chance of advancing to the last eight.

Defeat at ASM Clermont...

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Motorists warned of challenging conditions

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 01/15/2016 - 10:48am

People are being urged to be aware of challenging conditions when travelling this morning as Devon County Council gritters and ploughs work continuously across the county.

Heavy snow has been reported on high ground in the west and north west of the county around Dartmoor.

Some of the heaviest snow is being reported on the A388 Milton Damerel to Frithelstock Stone, as well as the B3357 and B3212 routes up towards Princetown and the A386 Mary Tavy to Sourton Cross, but they are all passable with care. However, the A386 is closed at Sourton Cross due to a collision and a...

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Sandy Park launches new wedding package

Authored by sandypark
Posted: Fri, 01/15/2016 - 9:50am

Exeter’s premier conference and banqueting centre Sandy Park has launched an all-inclusive package for couples looking for an affordable summer wedding.

Arguably one of Devon’s most unique wedding venues, Sandy Park offers an ideal setting whether you want a small and intimate celebration or more lavish event.

The package includes the wedding ceremony, Buck’s Fizz on arrival, a two-course wedding breakfast with wine and evening food and entertainment for 50 people and costs £3,200 inc. VAT in June, July and August 2017. The package is also available for weddings this summer...

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Winter has arrived at last!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/15/2016 - 8:17am

Many parts of Devon woke up to a dusting of the white stuff this morning.

Gritters were out last night and snow ploughs dispatched to Dartmoor this morning.

Motorists whose journeys take them across higher ground are being warned to delay their journeys, if possible.

Forecasters have warned that temperatures could plunge as low as -4C tonight.

And there could be further flurries this afternoon.

The Met Office five day forecast is as follows:

Today:

Some sunny spells today and mostly dry. However, bands of cloud and showers will move...

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Media coverage focusing on slim majority of the Conservative Party influences voter perceptions

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 01/14/2016 - 8:51pm

Voters who read media reports highlighting the slim Parliamentary majority of the Conservative Party are less likely to believe Prime Minister David Cameron can have an impact on their lives, University of Exeter researchers have found.

A survey by academics has found those who saw articles which highlight the Government’s working majority of 16 then believe Ministers are not able to deliver on their campaign promises.

The research team lead by Professor Dan Stevens, based at the Exeter Q-Step Centre and University’s Centre for Elections, Media and Participation, surveyed 1...

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Footie legends support Exeter Hospiscare!

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Thu, 01/14/2016 - 5:25pm

Football legends Ian Wright and Alan Shearer became Exeter Hospiscare supporters during their fleeting visit to the city covering Exeter City’s amazing draw with Liverpool.

The BBC commentators both took rides with city firm Apple Central Taxis which is donating 20p to Exeter Hospiscare for each taxi booking that it receives from any Exeter city or district hotel.

“We took both Ian and Alan to and from the Southgate Hotel during the evening and to the railway station in the morning, so together they donated a total of £1.20 to Exeter Hospiscare!” said Steve Screech, general...

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