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Exeter Racecourse launches Community Raceday and calls for Devon’s community heroes

Exeter Racecourse has launched a brand-new Community Raceday and is inviting people across Devon to nominate a community hero who deserves recognition.

Community Raceday takes place on Friday, February 20, during half term, and coincides with Devon Day at the racecourse. The initiative celebrates the people who make a real difference in their communities – from volunteers and carers to sports coaches, fundraisers and quiet grafters who go above and beyond.

Every nominee will receive a free ticket to Exeter Racecourse, and one overall winner will be treated to a Family...

Inspirational Exeter Chiefs star shortlisted for a 2023 Premiership Rugby HITZ Award

Callum Douglas from the Exeter Chiefs HITZ programme, has been recognised for his achievements on and off the pitch with a nomination for the Academic Achiever Award at the this year’s Premiership Rugby HITZ Awards.

A young star with a story of self-discipline, commitment and courage, Callum has worked against all odds to improve his own life and the lives of others within the inclusive environment, fondly referred to by its participants as the ‘HITZ family’.

This award recognises the journey a young person on HITZ has taken in their academic development. It also...

Active Streets trial zone traffic figures welcomed

By Guy Henderson, Local Democracy Reporter.

Supporters of a controversial traffic scheme in Exeter which sparked angry protests have welcomed figures which show traffic levels plummeting in the streets it covers.

The Active Streets experiment in Heavitree and Wonford is designed to take through-traffic away from residential streets to cut pollution and improve road safety.

Bus gates and bollards restrict driving through the so-called Low Traffic Neighbourhood, but opponents say it is driving traffic and pollution elsewhere and making journey times longer....

Devon company’s mattress donation helps Exeter charity create sweet dreams!

As part of their commitment to help alleviate bed poverty, Devon-based bed and mattress company, Naturalmat, has donated two new mattresses to local charity, Exeter Community Initiatives (ECI).

The brand-new mattresses have been distributed to a teenage boy and a mum recovering from surgery - both of whom are receiving support from ECI’s Family Resource project.

ECI helps people in Exeter and the surrounding area to improve wellbeing and build skills, supports families facing challenges and hardships, and helps communities to thrive.

ECI’s Family Resource...

Devon Air Ambulance receives accreditation

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/07/2023 - 9:11pm

Devon Air Ambulance has once again received a two-star accreditation as an Outstanding Company to work for.

A recent staff feedback and engagement survey undertaken by Best Companies has resulted in the charity moving up in its sector rankings in comparison to last year’s results.

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is a growing organisation and constitutes over 170 members of staff that work in diverse fields from charity retail and fundraising to the critical care team and air crew. Though roles are extremely varied, it’s crucial that all staff feel well supported and heard,...

University of Exeter unveils creative space for next generation of entrepreneurs

A new creative space designed to inspire the next generation of world-class entrepreneurs has been officially opened at the University of Exeter.

The Creative Quadrant (CQ) encourages students to experiment and develop contemporary business skills in creative problem solving, technology and the circular economy.

Located within the University of Exeter Business School, the CQ prioritises the use of interactive, hands-on processes to encourage innovation through practical applications, and supports students to develop the vital entrepreneurial skills that will enrich their...

New director to lead Great South West’s ambitious growth plans

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 11/07/2023 - 8:00am

Ahmed Goga has joined the Great South West Partnership as a director, advising on the Board’s future growth plans.

The Great South West is a Pan-Regional Partnership of senior business leaders, local government, Local Enterprise Partnerships, universities and colleges across Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset and Somerset. The Partnership aims to promote the region’s ‘blue and green’ assets, as part of its ambition to become the ‘UK’s Natural Powerhouse’, and deliver up to £45bn of economic benefit by 2035.

The region’s unique marine, manufacturing, energy,...

Has your property been damaged by Storm Ciaran? Beware of Rogue Traders...

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/06/2023 - 11:23pm

Heart of the South West Trading Standards is urging householders, particularly the elderly and vulnerable, to be on their guard for rogue traders who might try to take advantage of the damage caused to property by Storm Ciaran.

On Wednesday night and throughout Thursday Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay was hit by rain and high winds of up to 75mph.

Fencing, sheds, roof tiles, guttering and garden equipment are the kinds of things that can be damaged by high winds.

Now trading standards is urging householders to always reject offers of goods and services from...

Devon Air Ambulance is proudly celebrating Trustees' Week

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/06/2023 - 11:07pm

Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is proud to be celebrating the work of the Charity’s Trustee’s during National Trustees' Week.

At DAA, Trustees bring a great deal of experience and broad industry knowledge and on a day-to-day basis their responsibilities include many things such as, governance, strategic direction, and the financial health of the charity as well as the integrity of all activities, making sure that the charity are developing their aims, objectives, and goals in line with the overall strategy.

The National Council for Voluntary Organisations’ (NCVO) Trustee Week...

Exeter care home celebrates 2 years

Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter threw a wonderful Harvest themed party with live music, prosecco and an autumnal buffet feast to celebrate their 2nd year of care and serving the local community.

Staff, residents and guests commemorated this special occasion together and had a fabulous night dancing, singing, eating and drinking!

Cumberland Grange has built up excellent reputations within its local communities. The home regularly holds events and activities for its residents and surrounding neighbours including monthly Community Cafes and more.

General...

Devon care home group reaches South West finals of prestigious awards

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 11/06/2023 - 5:38pm

Southern Healthcare has reached the South West regional finals of the Great British Care Awards in six categories that recognise the group's commitment to top quality care provision.

Five individual members of staff, two care teams and the Southern Healthcare group itself, beat off stiff competition to reach the finals of the awards. The finalists will attend a ceremony in Bristol later this month.

Southern Healthcare group has 160 residents across four care homes in Plymouth, Dawlish, Exeter, and Seaton. CEO Geoffrey Cox enthused: "The Great British Care Awards...

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