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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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Council celebrates early success of Handy Person trial

Demand for free Handy Person service means trial area will now be extended to include all of East Devon.

The new Handy Person service, which in September 2015 began a six-month trial in Exmouth Town, Honiton and Axminster, has already proved such a success, that East Devon District Council has decided to roll out the trial across the entire district until the end of February 2016, which is when the trial concludes.

Over 320 people in the trial areas have registered to use the scheme, which is available to all tenants living in the council’s sheltered accommodation, as well...

Exeter project to monitor space weather events

University of Exeter students are leading a project with the Met Office, British Geological Survey and Lancaster University to better understand space weather events and the prediction of their impacts.

Space Weather is caused by large eruptions on the Sun which can have a dramatic impact on technology including communications, energy supply and satellite operations as well as affecting radiation levels and exposure.

Based at the historic Normal Lockyer Observatory in Sidmouth, the third year students of Natural Sciences are working with Dr Suzy Bingham from the Met Office...

Samaritans seek volunteers with promise

The Exeter, Mid and East Devon branch of Samaritans is seeking more volunteers - with the promise that anyone who joins will make a difference and touch someone’s life.

Two open evenings are being held at the branch, in central Exeter, on November 24 and January 13 to explain what is involved and how people can help.

“To touch another person’s life, when it really matters to them, is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done” explains Caz from Exeter (pictured) who has volunteered with Samaritans for the past 18 months.

Caz and the rest of the branch hope to...

15 years of music in aid of National Trust

For many pupils, parents and National Trust supporters, the beginning of the Festive Season is heralded by the Exeter School Concert in aid of the National Trust in Exeter Cathedral.

For the fifteenth year running, the concert showcases the school's senior orchestral groups, brass and choirs in the magnificent Cathedral setting.

This year, highlights within the programme promise to be performances of Sibelius' impressive 'Finlandia' by the Symphony Orchestra, whilst the more intimate Chamber Orchestra will play excerpts from Warlock's 'Capriol Suite'.

Two of Britten...

Michelmores joins Exeter Dementia Action Alliance

Michelmores has become the latest corporate member to join the Exeter Dementia Action Alliance − which works to reduce stigma and misconceptions surrounding dementia, by raising local awareness and offering regular dementia information sessions.

The alliance has over 29 members and counting, including Waitrose, Barclays Bank and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum.

Michelmores will be organising Dementia Friends education sessions to promote awareness and understanding of the issues facing individuals living with dementia − with a view to ensuring that members of staff are...

Exeter scoops award for solar car ports

An initiative to install the UK's first solar panel car ports in two Exeter car parks has won an environmental award for Exeter City Council.

The City Council scooped The Most Sustainable Public Sector Project - Innovation Award at the Public Sector Sustainability Awards in London.

Jo Pearce, Corporate Energy Manager, who oversaw the installation of the solar panel car ports on the top decks of Mary Arches and John Lewis Car Parks was presented with the Award by Lord Renesdale.

The pioneering initiative was put in place by Devon firm Sungift Energy on behalf of...

Weather warning issued for Devon

A weather warning has been issued for Devon as gale force winds are expected to hit the region on Tuesday (17 November).

Gusts are expected to reach 60-70mph inland and possibly 80mph along exposed coasts, which could cause disruption to travel.

The warning is valid from 3.30pm until 11.30pm on Tuesday.

Gusts of this strength could bring down tress and lead to some damage to weakened structures.

A chief forecaster at the Met Office said: “A deepening area of low pressure is likely to track east across southern Ireland and then central parts of the UK during...

Run and see Killerton in a different light

On Saturday 21 November, the Killerton estate will be hosting ‘Night Run’. Starting just before 5pm, it is great way to enjoy the outdoors and parkland after dark.

There are two different length routes. First time runners can choose the beginner and family-friendly Explorer route (1.5km), while experienced off-roaders may opt for the Adventurer route (6km). Both courses are totally traffic-free and mostly on paths and trails rather than tarmac.

Andy Bramwell, Outdoors Visitor Services Officer at Killerton, said: “Put on your running shoes, turn on your head torch, and...

Charity Christmas Tree Festival set to light up Princesshay

Princesshay’s Roman Walk will be sparkling with festive cheer as the centre hosts its third Charity Christmas Tree Festival.

The festival, which aims to raise both awareness and funds for local charities, will be opened with a celebratory light switch-on by the Lord Mayor of Exeter at 5pm on Friday 20 November. Representatives from participating charities will be attending the event, which follows the centre’s main Christmas lights switch-on on Thursday evening.

35 Christmas trees and lights, all donated by Princesshay, will be uniquely decorated by local charities to...

Devon Rural Hub set to open thanks to £5K grant

An independent charity, which provides training and personal development for young people aged 10-26 in rural communities, is celebrating the news that it had won a £5,000 OneFamily Foundation Community Award to help develop a new HQ and training centre. The Devon federation of young farmers' clubs', which runs 38 clubs across the region, recently acquired a redundant building as a base for its new headquarters.

The federation needed funds to make the space both usable and accessible for disabled visitors and members. Now that the charity has secured the £5,000 award, it can...

Local News

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

Council celebrates early success of Handy Person trial

Exeter project to monitor space weather events

Samaritans seek volunteers with promise

15 years of music in aid of National Trust

Michelmores joins Exeter Dementia Action Alliance

Exeter scoops award for solar car ports

Weather warning issued for Devon

Run and see Killerton in a different light

Charity Christmas Tree Festival set to light up Princesshay

Devon Rural Hub set to open thanks to £5K grant

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