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Staying Safe and Independent: Why Personal Alarms Are a Must for Seniors

Let’s paint a quick picture. Imagine your lovely grandparent out for a peaceful walk in the park, soaking in the fresh air and sunshine. Suddenly, they trip over an uneven path. There’s no one around, and they can’t get up. Scary, right?

That’s precisely why personal alarms have become an absolute game-changer for senior citizens. These handy devices, often worn as discreet pendants or watches, provide instant help when it’s needed most. One press of a button or, in advanced models, automatic fall detection ensures help is summoned immediately. There is no need for shouting or...

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Steve Race MP Inspires Future Leaders During Visit to Isca Academy

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/12/2025 - 9:26pm

Isca Academy had the privilege of welcoming Steve Race, the newly elected Member of Parliament for Exeter, to their school this term. Mr Race’s visit provided a unique opportunity for students and staff to engage in meaningful discussions about education, leadership, and community.

The day began with the school’s popular Friday morning Tea & Toast event, where Mr Race had the chance to meet with staff members. Following the informal gathering, he spent time with Isca’s Student Leadership Team, answering some thought provoking questions about politics and his role.

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Ambulance service celebrates National Apprenticeship Week 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/12/2025 - 10:53am

]The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by highlighting the valuable contribution apprentices play in helping deliver dedicated patient care across the region.

National Apprenticeship Week runs from Monday 10 to Sunday 16 February and shines a light on the fantastic work being done by employers and apprentices across the country.

SWASFT currently has over 250 apprentices, from paramedic apprentices to cyber security and finance apprentices who help support the operational side of the ambulance service...

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Big Brush Club expands to all primary schools in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/11/2025 - 11:43pm

A supervised toothbrushing scheme, known as the Big Brush Club, has been running in some areas of Devon, Plymouth and Torbay since 2023. However, the scheme, which is provided for 3-5 year old children in key stage 1, is now being rolled out to all primary schools in Devon who have an early years nursery, pre-school or reception class provision.

It is funded by NHS Devon, in partnership with Devon County Council, Plymouth City Council and Torbay Council, and delivered by dental provider At Home Dental.

Jonathan Bouwer-Davies, Clinical Dental Adviser for NHS Devon said: “...

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Honoring Three Years of Resilience: A Vigil for Ukraine

As the world marks the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Devon Ukrainian Association invites you to stand together in remembrance, resilience, and unwavering solidarity.

On February 22, 2025 , the Devon Ukrainian Association and Maketank Cultural Lab CIC will host a powerful event to honor the strength, courage, and indomitable spirit of the Ukrainian people.

Three Years of Pain. Three Years of Strength. Three Years of Hope.

This special occasion is not just a day of reflection but a call to action. We will gather in Exeter to...

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Rootstock 2025 Celebrates Another Successful Gathering of Farmers and Researchers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/11/2025 - 8:21pm

Rootstock 2025, held last week at Westpoint, concluded with resounding success, welcoming 332 attendees and featuring a distinguished lineup of 15 speakers from across the UK including Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Rootstock is a unique event bringing together leading agricultural researchers with hands on farming practitioners to explore ways to enhance farm profitability in an increasingly challenging financial and environmental climate. Mel Bradley, Conference Organiser, expressed delight at the strong turnout and enthusiastic feedback from delegates, some of whom described...

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Runners at the start of the Exeter City Community Trust Half Marathon

Half Marathon weekend draws hundreds of runners

Hundreds of runners took to paths alongside the River Exe for the Exeter City Community Trust Half Marathon.

A total of 1,400 tickets were sold for the events on Saturday and Sunday (Feb 8 and 9); this included 200 people taking part in the Riverside Five Miles, a new distance which was introduced this year.

Organised by Exeter City Community Trust (ECCT), the charity partner of Exeter City Football Club , the half marathon is one of six major running events staged throughout the year. The event not only promotes health and fitness but also raises vital funds to support...

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'Wonky' car wash opens in Exeter

Carbana car wash opened this weekend at 200 Honiton Road, Exeter, the site of the former Vospers Jeep dealership, and the team behind it said they wanted the new car wash to “stand out from the crowd and make car washing different in more ways than one.”

They intended to design a car wash that shifts the boundaries of what is logical and provides something eccentric.

One truly cannot miss it,” the team added.

But if the design was chosen to get people talking, then it has certainly done the job. The eye-catching car wash has caused a buzz among locals and...

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Psychedelic research offers new hope for PTSD and major depressive disorder

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is leading ground-breaking clinical research that has the potential to transform treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders.

Delivered in collaboration with the University of Exeter and Devon Partnership NHS Trust, the studies involve using regulated forms of psychedelic drugs. These innovative therapies could prove effective for treating conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and major depressive disorder (MDD).

One in six people are thought to be living with a mental health condition in the UK...

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Overnight closures planned on Bad Homburg Way in Exeter

The final overnight closures for the installation of a new pedestrian and cycle crossing on Bad Homburg Way in Exeter are due to get underway later this month (February).

The new toucan crossing, which is among the infrastructure improvements being developed in South West Exeter, will complete active travel links around the Devon Hotel roundabout.

Work on the eastern side of Bad Homburg Way is substantially complete and the current contraflow layout is enabling a shared use path to be developed on the opposite side of the road over the next few weeks.

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Bus stop arrangements during closure of Exeter High Street to motor vehicles

From the 24th February 2025, Exeter High Street will be closed for a period of approximately three weeks, to enable essential maintenance works to be undertaken. The closure means that it will not be possible for buses to access the High Street from the junction with Queen Street to the junction with Paris Street.

Stagecoach and Devon County Council have confirmed provisions for Exeter City Centre bus services, including those provided by other operators, for the duration of this closure, with full details of diversions to buses and alternative stopping arrangements while bus...

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