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Honorary degree for former Exeter MP

Former city MP Ben Bradshaw thanked University of Exeter students for “all they have given the city” as he joined their graduation ceremony to be given his own honorary degree.

Sir Ben’s award was in recognition of public service, including his achievements to boost the quality of schools in Exeter, bring jobs to the city and his campaigning for LGBT rights.

During his 27 years as Exeter’s MP he worked to bring the Met Office to the city and worked closely with the University of Exeter and others in the community to bring about a huge school reorganisation and rebuilding...

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A new dawn for fine dining? Trencherman’s Guide heralds a new era for hospitality­­

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Posted: Wed, 10/04/2023 - 10:37pm

At the recent launch of the 31st edition of the Trencherman’s Guide – the South West’s original dining guide – Michael Caines MBE, chair of the Trencherman’s committee, said: ‘Many have declared a new dawn for fine dining in this post-Covid world – and this 31st edition of the Trencherman’s Guide proves it.

‘In the South West and across the rest of the UK, the dining scene is evolving; there’s no question about it,’ says Michael, a leading light on the South West food scene who owns Michelin-starred Lympstone Manor in Devon, The Cove at Maenporth in Cornwall, and Mickeys Beach in...

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Help us make Devon and Cornwall #NoPlaceForDrugs

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/04/2023 - 9:01pm

Devon & Cornwall Police is appealing to local communities to report drug-related crime and activity so they can target offenders and keep local communities safe.

Drug-related crime and other associated offences, including theft and violence, has a significant impact on communities and tackling them remains a force priority.

Every year the Force takes action to disrupt individuals and criminal gangs who have been directly linked to illegal drug activity across the two counties as a result of information and intelligence from the public.

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Interactive UK Fungus Day event to showcase fascinating fungi at the University of Exeter

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Posted: Wed, 10/04/2023 - 8:59pm

World-leading fungi research is being showcased in a fun and innovative way at an open-doors event at the University of Exeter to mark UK Fungus Day this weekend.

This Saturday, October 7, the University of Exeter will open its labs to give fungus enthusiasts of all ages a look behind the scenes at the research being conducted by teams of scientists at the University of Exeter and the Medical Research Council's Centre for Medical Mycology (MRC CMM).

With activities and events for all, UK Fungus Day brings together fungus experts, enthusiasts and beginners to explore and...

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‘Scrum’ on down to The Lighter Inn for 2023 Rugby World Cup

The Lighter Inn in Topsham, Devon, is hosting a special outdoor pub experience for the Rugby World Cup this autumn.

The pub has erected an outdoor marquee, bringing rugby fans the atmosphere of the stadium in the comfort of their local pub.

A range of craft beers and real cask ales are on offer to accompany a special sharing snack menu for guests watching the matches. The Hall & Woodhouse team are providing table service throughout, so fans can catch every key moment of the matches.

Will Thornton, General Manager of The Lighter Inn, said: “Rugby is a sport...

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Devon’s culinary talent honoured at annual Food Drink Devon Awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/03/2023 - 11:24pm

Devon’s talented food and drink scene was alive at Monday (2nd October) night’s 12th Food Drink Devon Awards. Over 444 individuals from the county’s finest food and drink producers, hospitality and catering businesses and speciality retailers celebrated in style at the esteemed awards’ ceremony, held at Sandy Park the home to Gallagher Premiership Rugby team, the Exeter Chiefs. During the evening Mike Palmer, Executive Chef at Two Bridges Hotel, Dartmoor was awarded the coveted title of ‘Chef of the Year’. The award acknowledges the explosion of talented chefs in the region who have been...

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UK’s leading EV rapid charging network opens hub in Kennford

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Posted: Tue, 10/03/2023 - 10:39pm

InstaVolt, the UK’s largest and most reliable public EV (Electric vehicle) rapid charging network, has opened a new hub in Kennford.

Eight rapid charging stations are located at the Gissons Hotel, Kennford which offers a range of food and drinks, for EV drivers to relax while charging. These latest additions bring the first InstaVolt EV charging hub in the Kennford area.

With plans to install 10,000 rapid chargers by 2030, InstaVolt currently has more than 1,200 chargers across the country and is installing at a faster rate than any other charge point operator.

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Yelland Councillor opens Sun Houses new homes development

Councillor Neil Denton joined West Country housebuilder Devonshire Homes to celebrate the official opening of its latest North Devon site, Sun Houses.

As the Councillor for Fremington and Yelland, Councillor Denton cut the ceremonial ribbon at Devonshire Homes’ Yelland development off Allenstyle Road. Local businesses, Councillors, key stakeholders, and partners were all in attendance at the special reception where guests had the first opportunity to look around the brand-new show home.

The launch event gave attendees the perfect opportunity to witness Devonshire Homes’...

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Plymouth Science Park secures £500k for state-of-the-art DREAM project

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 10/03/2023 - 11:24am
Cutting-edge additive manufacturing facility ba South West LEP

Plymouth Science Park has been awarded £507,000 for a new digital engineering test facility, to complement their Advanced Digital Manufacturing Innovation Centre . The funding has been allocated by the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) , from the £8m Digital Investment Programme.

The DREAM (Digital Reverse Engineering And Metallurgy) project will offer businesses a digital engineering test facility for reverse engineering, design, manufacturing and validation of additive manufactured prototypes...

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Exeter based IT specialists, Bluegrass Computer Services, has undergone a rebrand and company name change

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Posted: Tue, 10/03/2023 - 7:36am

Exeter based IT specialists, Bluegrass Computer Services, has undergone a rebrand and company name change.

Four months ago, Dave and Chris Thomas completed the sale of Bluegrass to Modern Networks, a leading provider of IT and telecoms to the UK’s commercial property market and SMEs. The past four months have seen many exciting changes made at Bluegrass.

One such change is the name change from Bluegrass to Modern Networks. It marks a significant milestone in the company’s evolution. The comprehensive transformation encompasses a new logo and visual identity and is set to...

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Powderham Castle encourages sustainable travel to food festival

Powderham Castle is encouraging sustainable travel ahead of this weekend's highly-anticipated Food Festival, with over 10,000 visitors expected to attend. As a host of local artisan traders get set to delight taste buds on October 7th and 8th, this year's festivalgoers have the opportunity to embark on a sustainable culinary adventure right from the outset - their choice of transportation.

The venue has partnered with a pick of transport operators in a bid to align their commitment to both culinary delights and environmental responsibility with over 10,000 visitors expected to...

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