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The London African Gospel Choir closed Budleigh Music Festival in spectacular style

Budleigh Music Festival strikes emotional chord with concertgoers

From the opening notes of the community choral day to the uplifting finale of the London African Gospel Choir, Budleigh Music Festival celebrated its 20th anniversary in style.

Taking place in the beautiful St Peter’s Church, the festival delivered world-class classical performances, inclusive community events, and stunning moments of musical magic.

More than 3,600 tickets were sold over the nine-day Festival, which included performances by Sir Michael Morpurgo and cellist Clare O’Connell, internationally acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough, and Bath Philharmonia....

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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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National Apprenticeship Week 2025: Exeter local flies high with help from apprenticeship!

Today marks the beginning of National Apprenticeship Week (10th-16th February), and Exeter local Luke Carr is a strong example of how professional apprenticeships can change your career path in ways you never knew were possible.

24-year-old Luke has now completed his software testing apprenticeship offered by ELMS Aviation (based in Exeter Airport) in partnership with Estio Training, part of BPP.

Speaking about his experience, Luke says: “Completing an apprenticeship allowed me to grow professionally and personally. Having completed the ELMS Aviation software testing...

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Beebots, Metal Detectors, and More: Exwick Heights Boosts Early Years STEM Learning

Exwick Heights Primary School is thrilled to announce the successful receipt of a £15,000 STEM grant from Howmet Aerospace, aimed at enhancing their Early Years provision and inspiring a lifelong love for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from the very start of children's educational journeys.

Thanks to this generous funding, the school has been able to purchase innovative resources, including programmable devices like Beebots (award winning programmable floor robots) to support early coding skills, alongside exciting science tools such as metal detectors,...

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24-Hour Slot Machine Centre Receives License Despite Community Concerns

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 02/10/2025 - 9:19am

A 24-hour slot machine centre in Exeter has been granted a license, despite vocal concerns raised by local councillors on the facility's potential impact on the community. Merkur Slots, a gambling company with operations nationwide, wants to revamp a former pizza takeaway on Sidwell Street into an adult gaming centre, complete with slot machines and bingo.

Merkur Slots’ application received mixed reactions from residents and officials, especially due to the location on Sidwell Street. The 24-hour establishment will negatively impact the social community due to the anti-social...

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Jarman Ward Announced as Official Captain Sponsor for Exeter City vs. Nottingham Forest FA Cup Match

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/09/2025 - 11:37pm

Local Building Surveying firm, Jarman Ward is thrilled to announce its role as the official Captain sponsor for the highly anticipated FA Cup match between Exeter City and Nottingham Forest. This exciting sponsorship highlights Jarman Ward's unwavering commitment to supporting local sports and fostering a strong sense of community spirit.

"We are delighted to play a part in such an exciting match," said Andy Ward, Director at Jarman Ward. "Our sponsorship of the Captain, Josh Magennis, underscores our dedication to promoting local teams and bringing our community together through...

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Exeter Canal and Quay Trust seeks new chair

Formed in 1981, the Exeter Canal and Quay Trust is a charity that renovates, develops and leases out the heritage quayside properties and spaces in and around Exeter Quay. We also fund and organise events that promote and celebrate our waterfront location and its remarkable history and heritage, including the Exeter Heritage Harbour Festival, the Quayside Shanty Festival and our Summer at the Quayside activity programme.

The Trust also manages the Exeter Custom House , which is a Grade I Listed building that has been transformed into a centre of arts and culture at the heart of...

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Aldi opens applications for apprenticeship roles in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/06/2025 - 9:52pm

Aldi is looking to recruit over 500 new apprentices across the UK in 2025, including in Devon.

The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket is welcoming applications for its apprenticeship scheme, with opportunities now live across stores and warehouse roles.

At Aldi, Store Apprentices can earn £8.61 per hour, rising to £12.07. Inside the M25, Store Apprentices can earn £8.84 per hour, rising to £12.72. Meanwhile, those in warehouse roles can earn up to £11.18 per hour.

Successful applicants will be able to gain industry-recognised qualifications while they earn and will...

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Exeter Co-op re-launches following major makeover to ‘transform’ the store

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/06/2025 - 8:52pm

Co-op re-launches its Queen Street, Exeter, store following an eight-week programme of works and improvements to ‘transform’ the store.

The store is the first of around 80 Co-op stores across the UK to have a major refurbishment in 2025, which is alongside the convenience retailer’s ambitions for convenience growth and to open an additional 75 new shops this year.

Alongside the fresh, new-look, the investment in theQueen Street store offers an enhanced range of fresh and healthy produce, alongside a focus on food-to-go and meal deals; Fairtrade products, an in store...

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