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Dementia UK shares the signs and symptoms of dementia to look out for ahead of free clinics in South West

Nationwide and Dementia UK’s free face-to-face clinics are returning to Nationwide’s Torquay, Plymouth and Exmouth branches this February, offering specialist support in a safe, comfortable and private space for people to discuss any aspect of dementia.

Hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses, the clinics are open to anyone impacted by dementia, offering life-changing support to families and individuals in the area. Appointments can be booked via Dementia UK’s website here .

The clinics will offer practical and emotional advice on all aspects of dementia – from worries...

M5 closed after accident

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/23/2015 - 7:03am

The M5 is closed and there is queuing traffic southbound between J25, A358 (Taunton) and J26, A38 (Wellington).

Police say the closure is due to an accident involving two lorries.

A diversion is in operation - traffic is to follow the solid black diamond symbol from J25 onto the A358 Southbound toward the A303 then west on the A303 to rejoin the M5 at J29.

The log from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue is as follows:

Two fire appliances and a rescue tender from Taunton, together with the heavy rescue vehicle and support vehicle from Middlemoor, were...

Michaelmas Fair comes to Powderham

Powderham Castle, the family seat of the Earl and Countess of Devon, is the setting for this year’s Michaelmas Fair, which is hosted by ABF The Soldiers’ Charity. The Soldiers’ Charity is the National Charity of the British Army.

The Fair will be a chance to undertake some early Christmas shopping whilst enjoying the grandiose surroundings of the Castle. The Music Room is just one of the many rooms that will be housing stalls selling jewellery, accessories, china, cards, clothing, soft furnishings, books, Christmas puddings, handbags, and a wide range of gifts.

All proceeds...

Details revealed for Exeter Christmas lights switch on

Princesshay will reveal its brand new Christmas lights display at the Christmas lights switch on event on Thursday 19th November 2015 from 4pm – 8pm.

Princesshay will host Exeter city centre’s Christmas lights switch on for the fifth consecutive year.

Michael Caines MBE and Tony Rowe OBE who have recently been awarded the freedom of city will switch on the city centre’s Christmas lights at 6.30pm, together with the city’s rising stars Sound of the Sirens who will also be performing in the lead up to the big switch on event.

Shoppers can expect a different festive...

Volunteers needed as FORCE shop re-opens

Another part of the FORCE Cancer Charity shop in Exeter is all set for a spooktacular opening on Halloween.

The popular Heavitree hub for bargain hunters closed in August for essential repairs and refurbishment.

One section re-opened on October 2 and another area will be back in business on Saturday October 31 with staff in fancy dress, hundreds of clothing items on sale for £1 and a bake sale.

“There’ll be plenty of treats and no tricks,” said shop manager Anna Heard. “We’re looking forward to gradually opening the remainder of the shop in the first week of...

Exeter patients benefit from donation

Patients at Exeter Community Hospital will benefit from a donation of more than £2,000 by independent retailer McColl’s.

The four McColl’s convenience stores in the city raised £2,351.74 for Exeter Community Hospital League of Friends as part of the Making a Difference Locally campaign.

Theresa Bond, a healthcare assistant at the hospital in Whipton, was instrumental in securing the donation.

Cathy Varetto, deputy matron, said: “Theresa and all the staff on Budlake Ward would like to say a big thank you to McColl’s for this very generous donation.

“The money...

Witches, wizards and gory stories

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 10/22/2015 - 12:35pm

Celebrate Halloween this October half-term at Exeter’s spooky Underground Passages.

Between 24 October – 1 November there will be special ‘Witches & Wizards Tours’ where children are invited to explore under the city’s streets on special guided tours and discover ingredients for magic spells. Using the ingredients found, the young adventurers are challenged to concoct their own magic spell and enter it into a competition with the opportunity to win one of many fantastic prizes!

On Saturday 31 October the tour guides will also be running special ‘Gory Story Tours’...

Supply teacher open day in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:50am

Educated Recruitment are inviting all teachers to an open day at The Seven Stars Hotel, Alphington Road, Exeter on Thursday 29th October from 12pm – 4pm.

This will be a fantastic opportunity for teachers of all experiences to meet our team and register your interest for supply teaching work within Exeter and the surrounding areas.

So why not pop along and see Marie and Emma for a drink and some nibbles and see how Educated Recruitment can help you!

As an independent agency, we ensure to maintain the local feel and endeavour to build solid professional relationships...

Devon beavers spark national conference

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 10/22/2015 - 11:37am

When beavers appeared on the River Otter, most people welcomed their return to Devon.

A similar public response was seen in response to Scottish reintroductions to the rivers Tay and Knapdale. They also sparked a debate about the potential benefits of restoring wildlife.

For example, could beaver dams be a natural way to reduce flood risks?

Could pine marten reintroductions help control unwanted grey squirrel populations? And could peat bog restoration improve drinking water quality?

All of these issues will be explored next week in a national conference in...

Cricket mad Jock scoops an OSCA

Authored by Proteus
Posted: Thu, 10/22/2015 - 10:27am

A Devon cricket enthusiast who has spent 38 years as a player and administrator with Thorverton Cricket Club has been recognised on a national scale by winning an OSCA (Outstanding Service to Cricket Award) in the category of ‘Heartbeat of the Club’.

John (Jock) Spry joined the club on leaving school at 16 years old and since then he has captained the 1st and 2nd XIs, is chairman of the youth section, youth coach, youth team manager, and helps out with work on the ground. He has never played for another club and is now heavily involved in a project to build a new pavilion for the...

Renting woes? Talk to the experts

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 10/22/2015 - 10:24am

Anyone who rents a property and wants to find out more about their rights can attend an open day on Monday 26 October.

The drop-in event has been organised by the Exeter Private Rental Forum and will be held in Bedford Square, Princesshay, between 11am and 2pm.

A stall will provide details of what resources are available to people who rent, and where to turn to for help and advice if there are problems. There will be information on tenant’s rights, responsibilities and general housing advice.

Housing experts from the Citizen’s Advice Bureau, Young Devon, Exeter City...

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