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Jason Byrne brings ‘Head in the Clouds’ mayhem to Exeter

Irish comedy hurricane Jason Byrne is heading to Exeter with his brand-new live show, Head in the Clouds, on 8 November at the Corn Exchange – part of a major UK tour following his run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Known for his wildly spontaneous shows and chaotic audience interaction, Byrne’s latest tour promises the same high-energy mayhem – but with a fresh twist. In a recent interview, the Dublin-born comic revealed how he selects unsuspecting audience members: “Every time I’ve picked a woman, they’ve done what I asked perfectly. When it’s a man, it’s chaos – facing the...

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Devon apprentice caring for dementia patients wins national award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 06/09/2023 - 11:07pm

A nursing apprentice from Devon Partnership NHS Trust was recently honoured at a prestigious national awards ceremony. Hailei Petersen received the bronze Apprentice of the Year award at the Our Health Heroes Awards , presented by Skills for Health .

The glittering national awards ceremony took place in London, where Hailei expressed her gratitude and passion for dementia nursing, stating: “It’s a real privilege and honour to be here. Dementia nursing is something that I'm really passionate about, making sure that people feel supported and listened to. When you get recognised for...

Help to break the rental cycle in Exeter  

Exeter renters who have been unable to save for a large house deposit may now be able to buy thanks to zero or low-deposit mortgages and help from a local homebuilder.

Redrow South West, currently building at St Michael’s Meadow on Chudleigh Road, is offering advice and support to first-time buyers who want to escape the rental trap and step onto the property ladder in Exeter.

Sian Smith, Sales Director at Redrow South West, said: “With the news that Skipton Building Society is now offering zero deposit mortgages* for people who have rented for at least 12 months, the...

Police investigate spate of aggravated burglaries in Exeter

Police are currently investigating two incidents of aggravated burglary which happened in the St Thomas area of Exeter.

The first incident took place at the Dawn ‘til Dark Premier Store, on Princes Street East, at around 9pm on Monday 10 April. A man, dressed in grey hoody, black trousers with a concealed face, entered the store and demanded money from the till.

The second incident happened at the store on Saturday 3 June at around 9.45pm, again, a man dressed in a grey hoody entered the shop and demanded money. On both occasions, he was in possession of a small knife...

Exeter’s homelessness charities in fresh bid to halt £1.5m budget cut, after more than 900 objections are received

Representatives of charities supporting homeless people in Exeter will address scrutiny councillors next week, hoping to persuade Devon County Council to drop plans to axe its £1.5m homelessness prevention budget.

Over 900 individual objections to the plans have been received, following a consultation that ended in April and after a high profile and widespread campaign led by Exeter Homelessness Forum, urging people to respond to the plans.

Peter Stephenson, director of St Petrock’s , and Chair of Exeter Homelessness Forum, Si Johns, joint CEO at YMCA Exeter and Richard...

PRECIOUS EUROPE: A 3-year campaign concerning the promotion of European high-quality raisins and premium olive oil

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 06/08/2023 - 9:02pm

The business delegation of “PRECIOUS EUROPE” visited Oslo from 13 to 17 February of 2023 and had the opportunity to participate in multiple B2B meetings with local buyers and importers from the food sector in order to explore the possibilities for future cooperation, and gain valuable insights about competition as well as market conditions in the target market of Norway. In the framework of the meetings, the Association of Producers’ Organization of Kiato visited the facilities of major food import companies and established communication channels.

In addition, the business...

Studio Pilates International Set to Launch First UK Studio in Exeter

Australian Made Globally Loved reformer Pilates franchise Studio Pilates International is set to open their first studio in the UK in Exeter in early June. Having successfully conquered the Australian, New Zealand and US markets, the brand is now set to take on the UK, with 9 studios already in the works and the first three locations in South London, Dublin and Exeter expected to be open by late Spring.

This expansion, which will officially mark Studio Pilates International locations in 5 countries globally, comes as the direct result of growing demand for the unique,...

Local house builder Allison Homes gives back to the local community

Devon housing developer Allison Homes South West has announced its latest community initiatives as part of its ongoing support for Winkleigh.

Allison Homes South West has recently provided sponsorship to Winkleigh School, allowing them to buy brand new kit for the year 3 and 4 football team.

The children will be showing off their kit as they compete against other schools in the area in the coming months.

Last month, year 5 students were also welcomed into the High Moor View show home to attend a writing workshop. The trip was documented by Allison Homes' film crew,...

Pick up a bargain; 'Recycled Cycles' on offer at recycling centres!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/08/2023 - 2:03am

Fully serviced, reconditioned bikes are on sale at many of Devon’s recycling centres from this week.

This week is international Bike Week (5-11 June) and this initiative will reduce waste and offer more people access to cycling.

With some brands of bike as much as 20 per cent more expensive than a year ago, it offers those who want to saddle up a chance to do so at an affordable price.

A specially trained team at SUEZ, who run the recycling centres on Devon County Council’s (DCC) behalf, will repair the bikes from their new ‘Re-Cycle Hub’ at the Brunel Road...

South West’s largest classic American car show returns to Cofton

Get ready to marvel at America’s finest classic cars right in the heart of Devon as the South West’s largest American car show returns to Dawlish Warren this summer.

Classic American vehicles from across the country will gather at Cofton Holidays from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th June 2023 for car enthusiasts to enjoy. Expect to see Mustangs, Cadillacs, Chevrolets, Pontiacs, Buicks, and Jeeps against the backdrop of live music, mouth-watering local food, competitions, entertainment and more as well as the much-anticipated mega car cruise.

This extraordinary celebration of...

Worth the Weight: Vintage Kilo sale returns to Exeter

Shop with a clear conscious ahead at Worth the Weight, Exeter this Sunday 11th June.

This weekend Worth the Weight is returning to Exeter Corn Exchange with nine tonnes of handpicked vintage and pre-owned stock to have a rummage through.

There will be 60 rails of clothing, where shoppers can pick and mix from the best Denim, Sports, Ladies fashion, Men’s fashion, Outerwear and accessorises and pay on the scales at the end. It costs £20 per kilo, with prices starting as little as £1. It’s a cost effective way of getting bulk sustainable clothing and helping the...

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