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Exeter Pupils Invited to Enter Dream Library Design Competition

Portakabin launches school library initiative as children’s reading enjoyment hits its lowest level in two decades

Aligning with the government’s pledge to provide a library in every primary school, Portakabin will deliver a fully equipped library building to one school, shaped by the winning design.

The competition invites primary school pupils and teachers to imagine and design their dream school library, supporting a UK-wide effort to address the shortage of library spaces in primary schools.

The initiative follows Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recent pledge to...

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Local homebuilder welcomes public to its ‘dusty boot walk’

Homebuilder, Allison Homes South West, is welcoming the public to its Foxglove View development in the picturesque village of Buckland Brewer, for an exclusive ‘dusty boot walk’.

Potential homeowners will have the opportunity to look at the homes under construction on Saturday 1st July from 10.00am-5.00pm. They will be guided around the development by the Allison Homes team who will be on-site throughout the day to answer any questions visitors may have.

Comprehensive safety wear, including boots and a hard-hat will be provided, and visitors will be given the opportunity to...

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Mercure Paignton hosts Seaside Nostalgia Extravaganza, marking grand opening of new hotel in South Devon

Authored by Program
Posted: Fri, 06/30/2023 - 9:55am

The Mercure Paignton Hotel, a brand new four star, seafront hotel on the English Riviera, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to all attendees who made their Seaside Nostalgia Extravaganza a resounding success. The event, held on Friday June 23 2023, was a celebration of the hotel's grand opening and brought together over 250 people, including local businesses, partners, colleagues, and friends, for a night to remember.

The event took place in the hotel’s new outdoor terrace and indoor bar and restaurant, Latitude 50, featuring an array of captivating entertainment and surprises that...

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NHS team take part in Exercise Military Endeavour

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/29/2023 - 10:47pm

A team from Devon Partnership NHS Trust (DPT) recently took part in Exercise Military Endeavour (formerly SW NHS Military Challenge), which has returned after a three-year break.

Staged at Okehampton Army Camp on the high moors the challenge consisted of 10 activities developed by the Volunteer Reserve Force including ‘care under fire’, an obstacle course and a final race pushing those involved to their limits and beyond.

The team from DPT consisted of: Joel Cutter, Deputy Director of Nursing and Practice, Mike Long, EPRR Manager, Simon Carpenter, Trainee Registered...

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More than 96,000 people attended the Devon County Show in 2023

The Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) has today confirmed that Devon County Show 2023 welcomed in excess of 96k attendees across its three show days - one of the highest attendance figures in the Show’s 151-year history.

The Show, which coincided with a spell of warm weather after a long period of rain, reverted to its May dates for the first time in three years, positioning it back as the first County show to take place in South West England on the agricultural show calendar.

Chris Skelton, CEO of the DCAA said: “This is excellent news for the Association as...

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Introducing Kokoro: Where luxury meets wellness

A new luxury wellness club and retreat, Kokoro, is destined to redefine the concept of holistic well-being. Meaning “heart” in Japanese, Kokoro embodies the commitment to nurturing the mind, body and soul, providing an unparalleled sanctuary where club members can discover true balance and rejuvenation in their lives.

Kokoro is the brainchild of three female experts from the wellness industry; Holly Fivian, Bex Edwards and Jemma Adair. Collectively working together these women have combined their skills, expertise and resources to design and create a luxury wellness framework...

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Police Support Exeter City FC's Party at the Park

Police officers from the local Neighbourhood Team, along with police staff, will be lending their support to Exeter City FC’s ‘Party at The Park’ this weekend.

The fun packed free event at St James’ Park kicks off on Sunday 2 July and is raising funds for a very good cause – TeamEvo v MND (Motor Neurone Disease). Peter Eveleigh from the club’s Community Trust (known as Evo), was diagnosed with MND at the age of 30 and his colleagues and friends are supporting his family to raise awareness and give him a good level of care.

Visitors can enjoy the activities at the club...

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British Science Festival 2023 lands in Exeter

The British Science Association (BSA), in partnership with the University of Exeter , has revealed the programme for the British Science Festival 2023. Ticket bookings are now open for the annual Festival which celebrates the people, stories and ideas at the heart of science.

Between 7–10 September, the British Science Festival will be taking over the city of Exeter and the University’s Streatham campus with over 70 free events including interactive activities, talks and workshops on the best of British research, art installations and exhibitions, and live performances.

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Shoppers’ Delight! The 1p bundles are back for EVEN MORE summer savings.

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/28/2023 - 10:34pm
Londis Pinhoe Road and Nisa Cullompton partner up with Snappy Shopper to provide 1p Summer holiday bundle

You’ve read that right! Following the success of the Blue Monday 1p bundle in January, Londis Pinhoe Road and Nisa Cullompton are teaming up with Snappy Shopper to offer yet another themed bundle just in time for the kids’ school holidays - The 1p Summer Holiday Bundle!

The bundle will be available Thursday 29th June, and include a variety of essential groceries and much-loved treats to help retailers support local families stock up their cupboards for the school holidays in...

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Exeter students help keep festival goers safe and well at Glastonbury

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/28/2023 - 10:24pm

Nursing and medicine students from the University of Exeter were putting their skills into action at this year’s Glastonbury Festival while volunteering as first responders.

The students delivered medical care at Glastonbury 2023 as part of Festival Medical Services (FMS), who provided special training ahead of the event to prepare them for the variety of cases they had to respond to when 210,000 music fans visited Worthy Farm over the past week.

The group gained medical qualifications which will contribute to their degrees. Among them was third-year medicine student,...

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Local care home resident is a winner in nationwide creative writing competition

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/28/2023 - 10:18pm

A resident from a local care home has been named as one of the winners in a recent nationwide creative writing competition organised by Barchester Care Homes.

Residents were asked to put on their creative hats and write a short story or a poem about a favourite pet as part of a reminiscence session. Viv wrote her original story, based on memories and memorable experiences that she shared with her dog, called Baron, and it certainly sounds as if they had the most remarkable relationship.

Viv, who moved into Cumberland Grange in Exeter at the beginning of this year has...

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