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Bishop Fleming backs cancer charity

Bishop Fleming’s Exeter and Torquay offices are celebrating a successful year-long partnership with FORCE Cancer Charity, raising over £8,000 to support people affected by cancer across the region.

The collaboration formed part of the firm’s 1% for Communities initiative, launched in July 2024, which pledges to give back 1% of Bishop Fleming’s turnover through fundraising, volunteering, and community-focused projects.

Based in Exeter, FORCE Cancer Charity provides vital face-to-face support and care at its purpose-built centre, helping over 2,500 patients and families...

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Devon marketing agency celebrates 25 years of business

Devon based marketing agency, Chalk + Ward, are celebrating their 25th anniversary and launching their rebrand.

The full-service agency, whose offices are in Exeter, was founded in 1998.

Founding member and managing director, Robert Chalk, enthuses: “Our 25th anniversary feels like a milestone for Chalk & Ward. I am tremendously proud that we built our reputation so quickly all those years ago, and that we have managed to maintain it.”

Over the years, Chalk & Ward’s clients have included global companies like packaging firm, DS Smith plc, and household...

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Devon & Cornwall Police 12-hour Tweetathon returns to highlight force demand

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Posted: Thu, 07/06/2023 - 11:45pm

Devon & Cornwall Police is set to share live real-time updates on hundreds of incidents this Friday as part of a 12-hour tweetathon of every contact received into the Force via 999 and 101.

The event will run from 3pm on Friday 7 July 2023 and will highlight the significant demand the Force faces on a daily basis, giving the public an idea of the variety and volume of calls for assistance received.

Members of the public can keep up to date with what’s happening on Twitter by following @DC_Police and keeping an eye out for the #ControlRoomLIVE hashtag.

In the...

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Travel back in time and see a huge range of classic and vintage vehicles at RHS Rosemoor's Vintage Weekend 29-30 July

Reminisce about the good old days at RHS Rosemoor’s celebration of all things vintage, which returns to the beautiful gardens near Great Torrington on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July, sponsored by Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management.

More than 150 authentic vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, tractors and other agricultural machinery will grace the gently sloping lawn in the spacious Arboretum. Visitors will be able to meet the owners in person and learn about what it takes to care for these machines and what makes each one so special.

As well as this eclectic range of...

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Construction Begins on Exmouth Town Football Club's Spectacular New Pavilion

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/06/2023 - 12:56pm

Specialist retirement property developer, Blue Cedar Homes, is pleased to announce that construction is well underway at the highly anticipated new pavilion and pitches for Exmouth Town Football Club’s youth section. Blue Cedar Homes are investing £1.58 million in the new facilities for the youth teams which will mark a significant milestone in the club's history, signalling a new era of growth, opportunities for the community, and enhanced sporting facilities.

The new, purpose-built sports pavilion and three new football pitches have been designed in consultation with Exmouth...

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Gift card encourages people to explore Exeter and discover new indies

Independent retail, hospitality and health and beauty businesses are some of the most popular places for people to spend their Exeter Independent Gift Card

Independent businesses in Exeter are crediting the city’s local gift card with bringing in new customers and driving sales as the initiative reaches a significant milestone. Over £75,000 of Exeter Independent Gift Cards have now been sold, with an estimated £100,000 plus benefit to city businesses.

Led by InExeter Business Improvement District, the gift card was introduced to encourage a ‘shop local’ ethos and keep spend...

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Exeter Science Centre and University of Exeter sign Memorandum of Understanding

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Posted: Tue, 07/04/2023 - 10:45pm

Exeter Science Centre and the University of Exeter have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to further their shared ambitions to make a difference in Exeter and the wider region.

Both organisations have been collaborating since Exeter Science Centre's inception, with University of Exeter academics forming part of their trustee board and working together on public engagement activities.

Since then, the University's world-leading research has been a regular feature of Exeter Science Centre's projects, and as the charity grows over the next few years this MOU will...

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Chicago Bears touchdown in Exeter as children enjoy Monster American football clinic

Local children from Exeter enjoyed their first go at American Football and received a masterclass with former Chicago Bears player Kaseem Sinceno as part of the Bears’ Mini Monsters UK tour this June.

The Chicago Bears are one of the most successful professional American Football teams and have brought their Mini Monsters Clinics back to the United Kingdom this summer. The six-city tour has been designed to inspire and encourage more boys and girls in the UK to pick up an American Football for the first time.

There were 300 school children from across Exeter in...

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Exeter Carnival set to return in November

Following the revival and huge success of Exeter Carnival in November 2022, InExeter the Business Improvement District for Exeter is proud to announce the date for 2023 Carnival as Saturday 25th November. The announcement comes just as InExeter has achieved national recognition by winning the prestigious 'Best Event' category at the Association of Town & City Management Awards in Leicester. InExeter were shortlisted against formidable contenders Leeds BID and Bradford BID, going on to emerge victorious to win the accolade for their remarkable efforts that led to an outstanding revival...

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Marsh Barton station opens

Seven years after it should have welcomed passengers, Marsh Barton’s long-awaited new £16 million train station has been formally opened by the transport secretary.

Regular services will call at the station, which serves the city’s largest trading estate, from Tuesday. A new cycle and pedestrian bridge is part of the project.

Trains were initially due to call at Marsh Barton from December 2016, but setbacks, including spiralling costs and protracted discussions with the rail industry, led to considerable delays.

Transport secretary Mark Harper says it will...

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Exeter Northcott Theatre Unveils Autumn/Winter 2023-2024 Season

Exeter Northcott is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated autumn / winter season, showcasing more than 60 captivating performances and stories across Exeter from August 2023 to January 2024, including:

  • Le Navet Bete return with King Arthur and then co-create Christmas pantomime Dick Whittington with the Northcott. Younger children can also enjoy a Christmas treat at the Barnfield Theatre with Dear Santa .
  • South West companies Documental and Richard Chappell Dance debut new work at the Barnfield.
  • Sadiq Ali challenges conventions with The Chosen
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