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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...

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Cumberland Grange opens its doors to lonely older people

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 11/06/2023 - 5:00pm

Local care home Cumberland Grange in Pinhoe will be opening it’s doors to a number of people from the community to help tackle loneliness in their local community.

Open for elderly people who might usually eat alone, are invited to join the residents and teams at the home on for a 3 course meal, on a day of their choice.

Diners will be treated to a tasty lunch in the home’s dining room. Guests will have a chance to chat to the home’s staff and residents while enjoying their food, and will be able to partake in the afternoons activity with those at the home after their...

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Stellar cast will keep audiences on their toes at Sleeping Beauty!

It's the pantomime dream come true and we're giving it the magical treatment.

Following a wild and wacky record-breaking 'Cinderella', Exeter Corn Exchange is going for the classic picture-book magical style for 'Sleeping Beauty'' this Christmas!

The show runs 16 December to 1 January and stars our regular favourites, Matt Finegan and Will Trafford, and they are joined by the fabulous singing star Rachel Modest from BBC’s ‘The Voice’.

Tom Jones described Rachel as ‘the greatest singer the show ever heard’, and her vocal power and comic style will blow you away....

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Finalists announced for West Country Women Awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 11/05/2023 - 11:36pm

The big reveal of this year's West Country Women Awards finalists took place at a sumptuous tea party at the enchanting Powderham Castle in Devon this week.

Women from all four counties of the south west peninsular will now progress to the prestigious awards ceremony which celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of exceptional women across the region.

The announcement of the finalists is a significant milestone in the West Country Women Awards, showcasing the incredible talents and accomplishments of women who have made a lasting impact in their...

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Devon Air Ambulance founder, Ann Ralli awarded ‘Life President’ title 

Ann Ralli began the Ceri Thomas appeal following the tragic loss of her son when he was knocked from his bicycle near Sidmouth in 1986.

When Ann asked doctors what could have saved her son, she was told that the quicker a patient receives treatment, the better their chance of survival. This stayed with Ann, and she launched the 'Ceri Thomas Appeal' to raise funds to get an Air Ambulance for Devon.

Six years later, after holding countless fundraisers, liaising with many council, health, and aviation officials, and gaining the vital support of those in her local community...

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Exeter Round Table’s annual firework extravaganza returns

Exeter Round Table’s annual firework extravaganza returns for its 40th anniversary, in support of Devon Air Ambulance.

Devon Air Ambulance is delighted that Exeter Round Table has once more chosen to support the charity with this popular event.

This year, the spectacular pyrotechnical display will be synchronised to the music from the Greatest Showman when it returns to Westpoint Arena on Saturday 4th November.

The display, hosted by Radio Exe, will feature fireworks set to the popular musical by Sonic Fireworks, the 2022 British Champions! Not only that, but...

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Westbank's Chair of Trustees Sally Yeo

Health and well-being charity celebrates its Trustees and launches search for more

During Trustees' Week across the UK, an award winning local health and well-being charity is celebrating the qualities, talents and experience of its Board of Trustees and offering more professionals the opportunity to take up a role that can bring personal and professional fulfilment while helping the charity to thrive. The theme of this year’s Trustees’ Week is: Many voices. Working together. With purpose.

Westbank Community Health and Care is a Devon-wide charity based at Exminster, near Exeter, that aims to promote and improve the health and wellbeing of people in the local...

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Robert Williams supports cr2ee Christmas Shoebox Appeal

Send a shoebox gift across Europe this Christmas, via cr2ee and Robert Williams

Robert Williams, the Experts in Property estate and lettings agency on Southernhay West in Exeter, is pleased to support the Devon-based charity, cr2ee – Christian Response to Eastern Europe with its annual Christmas Shoebox Appeal, which will deliver Christmas gifts to vulnerable children and struggling families in Eastern Europe this Christmas.

Since 1990, cr2ee has sent millions of pounds and several hundred tonnes of aid to Moldova and, following the Russian invasion, to Ukraine. The Christian charity relies solely on volunteers and donations and was established to show love...

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Exeter Community Initiatives launches Christmas card competition

Local charity, Exeter Community Initiatives (ECI), is launching a competition to design its official Christmas card for 2023.

The theme of the competition is ‘What Christmas in Exeter means to you’.

As well as some wonderful local prizes up for grabs, the first prize design will be made into ECI’s official charity Christmas card for 2023, and will be emailed to all ECI’s supporters, partners and funders.

The competition has four categories, each with its own prize:

  • Overall Winner & 1st Prize –£25 Amazon voucher
  • Under 6’s - Family
    • ...
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Devon tackles Storm Ciaran damage

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 11/02/2023 - 4:42pm

Storm Ciaran has kept Devon Highways teams busy overnight and throughout this morning.

Strong winds and persistent rain led to more than 80 reported incidents of fallen trees, flooded roads and landslips on local roads.

Extra staff were drafted in to Devon’s Network Operations Control Centre to co-ordinate the response, with more than 30 teams of tree surgeons and 12 emergency call-out teams available to help where needed.

The first incidents were reported overnight, with a number of roads temporarily blocked by fallen trees before they were cleared.

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Parking in Exeter – A Simple Guide

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 11/02/2023 - 7:44am

Finding a parking space in Exeter city centre can be a headache, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the area. In this article, we’ll share some of the top tips and essential information to help other visitors park with ease on their next visit.

Firstly, it’s important to understand the different parking zones across Exeter. The city centre has a mix of pay and display, permit holder only and residential parking bays. Pay and display areas are concentrated around the main shopping zones and attractions. Prices range from £1-£5 per hour depending on location. Permit holder and...

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