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Gandy Street is the place to be on the First Thursdays of the month this summer

First Thursdays is a new event you won’t want to miss.

From June to September, Gandy Street will come alive on the first Thursday of each month, with a festival atmosphere in the early evening.

The first event takes place on Thursday 4 June, 5–8pm. Expect late-night shopping, live music, street entertainment, extended opening hours at cultural venues and a cocktail trail. All your favourite businesses on Gandy Street and in the surrounding area will be open, including:

  • Boston Tea Party : Will be hosting an indoor market with Circular Social, featuring
  • ...

Schools in Exeter can apply to win £2,000 towards sustainable projects as IKEA launches Let’s Go Zero competition

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/20/2023 - 9:00pm

IKEA UK has launched a competition giving Exeter school children the chance to win £2,000 towards projects which will help reduce their school’s carbon footprint.

The retailer is working in partnership with the Let's Go Zero campaign, coordinated by climate solutions charity Ashden, which calls on all UK schools to become carbon zero by 2030.

The competition encourages teachers, nursery children, primary and secondary pupils in Exeter to sign up and submit ideas which will make their school more sustainable – whether reducing emissions or increasing biodiversity – as...

Foot Anstey advises Quilam Capital on two investments in Raylo and Merchant Money

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, has advised Quilam Capital, which provides financial solutions coupled with expert guidance to businesses operating in the speciality finance market, on the equity aspects of its investments in Raylo and Merchant Money.

Established in 2017, Quilam Capital supports its portfolio in accelerating business growth, accessing external funding and refining strategic direction through dedicated senior support and bespoke capital solutions.

The Foot Anstey team included Matthew Stoate (Head of Corporate and Private Equity), Dominic Cromwell (...

University of Exeter to support ‘twinned’ institution in Ukraine

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/20/2023 - 4:13pm

The University of Exeter has been twinned with a counterpart in Ukraine through a national programme that is striving to safeguard higher education in the European country.

Joint research projects, academic exchanges and the provision of English language courses are some of the opportunities that will now be explored through the collaboration with King Danylo University.

Orchestrated by Universities UK and the Cormack Consultancy Group, the twinning initiative pairs together universities with complementary profiles from the two countries, helping to restore the Ukrainian...

London Marathon for Macmillan Cancer support

Authored by Jamesvobb1
Posted: Mon, 02/20/2023 - 3:42pm

I am running the 2023 London marathon alongside my brother Matthew in memory of our dad Vincent Obrien, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support who passed away last year at the age of 58. Our dad was diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer during Christmas 2021 and passed away 3 months later.

Our dad was also a keen runner, making this a fitting way to celebrate his life, whilst also helping to support others when they need it most which is why we have chosen Macmillan Cancer Support.

There are around 3 million people living with cancer today, and more than 360,000 people diagnosed every...

Man charged with murdering woman in Ludwell Valley Park

Police have charged a man in connection to a death of a women in Exeter over the weekend.

Police were called at around 4pm on Saturday 18 February following reports of an assault in Ludwell Valley Park, which is in the Wonford area of Exeter.

Lorna England, aged 74 from Southbrook Road, Exeter, died at the scene.

Cameron Davis aged 30 of Exeter Road, Exmouth, has been charged with murder. He is being held in remand and is due to appear before Exeter Magistrates’ Court today, Monday 20 February.

Police have created a Major Incident Public Reporting (MIPP...

Exeter murder probe: Police appeal for information

Police have created a Major Incident Public Reporting (MIPP) page as part of the investigation into the murder of a 74-year-old woman in Ludwell Valley Park in Exeter on Saturday 18 February.

The MIPP allows members of the public who may have information to directly send large files such as Doorbell, CCTV and Dashcam footage that could assist in a police investigation.

Detective Sergeant Darren Campbell from the Major Crime Team said: “We have received a huge amount of information from the public in relation to this crime, but there are still large parts of the day that...

Man arrested following Exeter murder

Police have this evening arrested a man in connection to a murder in Exeter.

Police were called at around 4pm on Saturday 18 February following reports of a woman having been seriously assaulted in Ludwell Valley Park, in the Wonford area of Exeter.

Emergency services attended, but a local woman in her 70’s was declared deceased at the scene; her next have kin have been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.

Following a police appeal, a man in his 30’s from the Exmouth area was arrested by armed officers outside the Yorkshire Building Society on...

Murder investigation launched after woman dies in Exeter

Devon and Cornwall police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a woman in Exeter today.

Police were called at around 4pm on Saturday 18 February following reports of a woman having been seriously assaulted in Ludwell Valley Park, in the Wonford area of Exeter.

Emergency services attended, but a local woman in her 70’s was declared deceased at the scene; her next have kin have been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.

Superintendent Tom Holmes, said: “Cordons are in place including at Wonford Sports Centre and police...

Nigel Farage brings GB News live show to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/17/2023 - 10:13pm

Next Thursday (23rd Feb), Nigel Farage will host his hit primetime show ‘Farage at Large’ live from Exeter.

The hour-long programme will see Nigel joined by a live audience of over 100 locals, taking the political conversation outside of the Westminster bubble and giving a voice to underrepresented regional communities who have often felt unheard in the national conversation.

Over a pint he'll debate the tough subjects of the day with a range of guests including the Leader of Exeter City Council (Philip Bialyk) and host a Q&A with the audience which will be broadcast...

Aldi hiring 150 colleagues across Devon

Aldi has announced it is currently looking to hire 150 colleagues in Devon.

The supermarket is looking for people of all levels of experience to fill roles across the region, with salaries of up to £63,000.

This includes full and part-time positions such as Caretaker and Store Assistant all the way up to Store Manager.

Stores in Devon where Aldi is looking to hire include Exeter and Barnstaple, while the supermarket will also be recruiting for roles at the Seaton store which is set to open later this year.

The recruitment push forms part of Aldi’s...

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