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Taylor Wimpey Exeter donates over 3,000 winter essentials to homeless people and £10,000 to charity

Taylor Wimpey Exeter has donated 3,011 hats, gloves, scarves and socks to homelessness charity, CRASH, through collections from across the region.

As part of its Wrap Up Warm campaign, the leading homebuilder has donated over 14,000 much needed winter essentials to 24 homelessness centres in England, Scotland and Wales in support of its national charity partners - CRASH, St Mungo’s and CRISIS.

Taylor Wimpey Exeter collected the most winter essentials out of every Taylor Wimpey region, and came up with the most engaging video that showcased the collecting journey....

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New support for South West college pupils aims to widen participation to university

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 07/30/2023 - 9:52pm

South West pupils are taking part in an essential new University of Exeter programme designed to give them specialist support as they prepare to go on to higher education.

The Bridges to Higher Education scheme aims to widen participation and access to university. Teenagers are being given expert advice on student finance, studying for degrees and degree apprenticeships, their post-18 options, and choosing a degree course.

Current University of Exeter students are acting as mentors, giving information on what to expect from university life.

The initiative builds...

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Monty Halls' Generation Sea Change launches YouTube channel, shining a spotlight on coastal conservation projects

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 07/30/2023 - 9:19pm

Renowned adventurer, broadcaster, and biologist, Monty Halls, is thrilled to announce the launch of his first film on YouTube, as part of the Generation Sea Change project. The initiative aims to highlight the positive impact people are making on the marine environment through their own conservation projects, with a particular focus on coastal conservation efforts.

Embarking on a three-month voyage with his family around the South West Coast of England, Monty Halls is determined to showcase the remarkable work of conservation heroes and coastal communities as they tackle the...

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Acronyms announces £1million investment, as part of Cornwall expansion plans

Authored by Program
Posted: Sun, 07/30/2023 - 6:09am

Acronyms Ltd , a leading technology company specialising in managed IT services, has today announced its expansion into Cornwall and the successful acquisition of Tanist, a Cornwall-based IT solutions provider.

The takeover, which was officially completed on Saturday July 1, 2023, demonstrates a significant investment in the region of over £1million, over a period of three years, with the IT company pledging to support the local economy in Cornwall by creating jobs and driving growth from the newly acquired premises in Bodmin.

Founded in 2003, Acronyms has been a trusted...

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Local electrical wholesaler up for national awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/29/2023 - 8:39pm

Devondale Electrical, which has branches in Exeter and Sowton is up for three prestigious Electrical Wholesaler Awards, and is now encouraging customers and those working in the trades to vote for them.

The national awards recognise excellence in the UK’s electrical sector, celebrating everything from outstanding wholesalers to exceptional professionals. Devondale is through to the voting stage in the Best Wholesaler: 6-25 Branches and Best Customer Service categories, and its Bude depot is included in the Best Individual Branch category.

These categories called for...

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Help the ambulance service by following 10 steps to a safe and healthy summer

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 07/29/2023 - 1:31am

Residents and tourists to Devon this summer are being asked to Help Us To Help You by the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT).

The Trust serves a population of over 5.5 million people and every year, the South West of England is estimated to receive an influx of over 23 million visitors - with a large proportion of them coming during the summer months.

SWASFT is encouraging residents and tourists to plan ahead by following these 10 steps to a safe and healthy summer by:

  • Knowing how to describe their exact location in a remote or
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A Celestial Spectacle: How and Where to Watch the Perseids Meteor Shower

Authored by ABPR
Posted: Fri, 07/28/2023 - 11:32am

Each year, the Perseids meteor shower graces our night skies as the Earth passes through the debris left behind by the Swift-Tuttle comet. As we approach the peak of this celestial event, we've gathered advice from Neill Sanders, an amateur astronomer enthusiast and founder of Go Stargazing, and Jo Richardson, a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and founder of Space Detectives.

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To observe the Perseids meteor shower, it's crucial to find a suitable location away from bright city lights and light pollution.

Neill Sanders says: "The best place to see the...

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The Young Traders South West Regional Final Market returns to Exeter

InExeter, the local Business Improvement District - is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the National Market Traders Federation (NMTF) for the second consecutive year to host the South West Regional Final for the prestigious Young Market Trader of the Year Awards.

This much-anticipated event aims to support and celebrate the remarkable young talent (under 30s) across the UK. It will take place on Sunday 6th August at Cathedral Green in Exeter.

The Young Traders Market provides a unique platform for budding entrepreneurs to showcase their skills, innovation, and...

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Evapo arrives in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/27/2023 - 11:28pm

EXETER'S high street is set for boost with the arrival of a new retailer.

CBD and vaping specialists Evapo is opening a new store in the City's Fore Street on Friday (28 July).

The company is committed to help people quit tobacco smoking with all its staff qualified NHS stop smoking advisors.

Evapo is also leading the way when it comes to ending underage vaping with owner Andrej Kuttuf having recently lobbied parliament in a bid to see the industry tighter controlled.

He is calling on MPs to regulate the sales of disposable vapes, thus putting an end to...

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Roll up, roll up for free family fun on Exeter Quayside

After the huge success of last year’s Summer at the Quayside, Exeter’s historic quayside area will again be home to a jam-packed programme of fun and quirky activities for all the family. Organised by the Exeter Canal and Quay Trust, free events will be taking place over the school summer holidays until Friday 1 September.

Expect theatre, art, workshops, entertainers, music, poetry, Storytelling, games, circus skills and much more, with everyone welcome and no booking required. The events take place under the Transit Shed, right in front of the Exeter Custom House.

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Traffic cameras could be installed on Wonford Road

Cameras could be installed along a road in Exeter where some drivers are still ignoring ‘no entry’ signs.

A filter was installed on Wonford Road in 2021, permitting access only for buses and bicycles to help improve conditions for them, but councillors were told this week that many other vehicles are still driving through.

Speaking at an Exeter highways and traffic orders meeting on Monday [24 July], highways officer James Bench said the authority is “aware of ongoing complaints regarding contraventions at this location.”

He revealed a CCTV survey was undertaken...

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