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Exeter Northcott’s favourite actors unite to be ‘Forever Young’

Following the success of the pantomime Jack and The Beanstalk, praised as “a spectacular romp for all ages” (Devon Live) , and Exe Men described as “the best South-West drama since Poldark” (The Guardian) , Exeter Northcott announces the cast for its spring production of Forever Young, Eric Gedeon’s funny and deeply moving play.

Forever Young has been an international hit across Europe, giving thousands of people an exceptional feel-good night at the theatre. In this unique version, adapted by Giles Croft and brought to life by Exeter Northcott's Creative Director Martin Berry,...

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Prisoners face 10,000 additional days in jail

More than 10,000 days of additional imprisonment were imposed on prisoners in the South West region who were found to have broken prison rules last year, a report published by the Howard League for Penal Reform reveals today (Monday 23 November). Punishment in Prison: The world of prison discipline looks at how jails in England and Wales operate disciplinary hearings called adjudications, where allegations of rule-breaking are tried. Nationwide, the total number of additional imprisonment imposed during 2014 was almost 160,000 days – or 438 years.

The hearings, which cost between £...

A Birthday Party for Jesus

Isca Church held a big birthday party for Jesus!

Children came dressed in nativity costumes, the hall at St James School, Exeter, was decorated with banners and balloons and band members wore Santa hats.

Children joined in the nativity story, sang songs, played a game of pass the parcel, decorated crowns and after the service were given party bags which contained very loud party blowers which of course they loved!

Then it was time to cut the amazing birthday cake made by Heather Knee and tuck into party food brought by the congregation.

On Sunday 20 December...

Cranbrook Railway Station opens

Cranbrook residents celebrated the opening of the town's new railway station yesterday (Sunday 13 December).

The first train to arrive was the 08:46 from Salisbury, which took passengers to Exeter Central before continuing on to Exeter St David’s.

The opening of the new station means residents in the town will be able to travel to Exeter in less than ten minutes.

Devon County Council and the Cranbrook New Community Partners have funded the project, which has been delivered on their behalf by Network Rail.

The single platform station will be served by hourly...

Popcorn fun at The Beacon in Exeter

Exeter families enjoyed popcorn and hot chocolate at the first film night held at the city's newest community centre, The Beacon.

They sang carols around the Christmas tree before watching The Nativity Story at the centre in Beacon Lane, Beacon Heath.

The evening was organised by Isca Church.

Watch out for details of the next film night, Sing-Along-A-Frozen.

Donate and win with CEDA

Exeter-based charity CEDA is offering supporters the chance to win a unique opportunity with each donation made to the organisation.

This year the CEDA Christmas and New Year fundraiser encourages people to make a minimum donation of £5.00. With this donation supporters have the chance to win a luxury meal for two in the exclusive surroundings of the BT Tower with return travel and overnight stay in London.

CEDA Activity Manager Craig Bowden said “last year we benefited from a charity partnership with Sainsbury’s Alphington Road which really boosted our fundraising efforts...

A Christmas alternative to the digital age

Does an antique make a better Christmas present than a laptop or tablet?

Topsham dealers certainly think so as the festive footfall at the unique Quay Antique Centre by the River Exe continues to rise as the Christmas break approaches.

A favourite for makers of specialist TV programmes such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip, the Quay Centre features three floors packed with furniture, lighting, silver, jewellery, pictures, clocks, books, clothing glass and collectibles with the 70 dealers taking in new stock daily.

Penny Clark who has traded from the Quay...

Leader praises East Devon Royal Mail workers’ outstanding delivery

The Leader of East Devon District Council, Councillor Paul Diviani delivered Christmas greetings in person on Tuesday 8 December to busy Royal Mail staff at the delivery office in Honiton.

Councillor Diviani was shown around the building by Delivery Office Manager Barry Marshall who introduced him to hardworking postmen and women, who ensure East Devon residents receive their Christmas mail.

"This is my annual early morning visit to the delivery office at Christmas and I was blown away yet again by just how much effort our posties put into delivering mail for people at this...

Police spread Christmas cheer

Officers at Devon and Cornwall Police have been helping to spread some Christmas cheer this week as they pack up goodie bags for vulnerable older people.

Working in partnership with Neighbourhood Friends at Westbank the volunteers put together 140 Christmas goodie bags which will be distributed to some of the most vulnerable people across Exeter, East and Mid Devon.

Donated gifts include Christmas food, toiletries, books as well as crime prevention advice and fire safety information. Police staff, officers and Westbank colleagues have contributed generous hamper goodies at...

The Exeter Nativity brings Christmas to life

Llamas, sheep and a donkey will join actors to recreate the Nativity live on stage at Exeter Cathedral on Sunday.

The story will be told in five short 'family friendly' scenes, along with favourite Christmas Carols at the Cathedral on Sunday 13th December at 2pm.

Children are invited to come dressed in Christmas costumes and join Mary and Joseph, a donkey, the sheep, llamas and angels and form a giant 'tableau' inside, creating a wonderful Christmas scene.

Revd Canon Anna Norman Walker, who organises the Exeter Nativity with the support of churches throughout the...

Why yuletide could be ‘drooltide’ for your dog

NFU Mutual, the UK’s leading rural insurer, is urging owners to put certain foods on the ‘naughty list’ for their dogs this year. Christmas is well known as a time of excess for humans but, according to the insurer, pet dogs are also prone to eating too much during the festive period and sometimes, what they choose to eat could have serious health implications and end-up in an emergency visit to the vet.

NFU Mutual warns that claims for dogs who have eaten weird or poisonous items take on a distinctly seasonal flavour as Christmas approaches and reflect the type of foods...

Local News

Exeter Northcott’s favourite actors unite to be ‘Forever Young’

Prisoners face 10,000 additional days in jail

A Birthday Party for Jesus

Cranbrook Railway Station opens

Popcorn fun at The Beacon in Exeter

Donate and win with CEDA

A Christmas alternative to the digital age

Leader praises East Devon Royal Mail workers’ outstanding delivery

Police spread Christmas cheer

The Exeter Nativity brings Christmas to life

Why yuletide could be ‘drooltide’ for your dog

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