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Exeter Bridge Club Open Day

Exeter Bridge Club is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a free Open Day on Saturday 13th September 2025, and everyone - from complete beginners to experienced players - is invited to come along. Whether you’re a lifelong bridge player, a lapsed fan, or just curious about the game, the event promises something for everyone: • Mini-bridge taster sessions for complete beginners • Casual games and a Bridge Quiz with prizes • Play against the computer using bridge software • A live demo of our card dealing machine in action • Informative displays, refreshments, and a free prize draw It’s a...

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Exeter 'leading the way' on carbon targets

The University of Exeter's carbon reduction targets are among the most ambitious set by UK universities and colleges, according to rankings published by Students Organising for Sustainability UK (SOS-UK).

The rankings – which place Exeter third among Russell Group universities and 14th in the higher education sector – suggest the University is one of those "leading the way".

Since declaring an environment and climate emergency in 2019, the University has created a comprehensive plan to cut carbon emissions and improve the environment on its campuses and beyond.

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Devon Air Ambulance launches new ‘March March’ Fundraiser

Supporters are ‘stepping up’ to help raise funds for the lifesaving service thisMarch, just by going about their daily life.

Devon Air Ambulance’s (DAA) latest virtual event invites supporters to complete a 300,000-steps challenge throughout the month of March in aid of the life-savingservice.

300,000 steps are just shy of the recommended 10,000 steps a day for a moderately active adult (equivalent to around 5 miles per day). They can be clocked up at home or while out and about in the local area, alone or as part of a bubble.

It’s surprising how quickly the...

Ciara champions apprenticeships for women in construction

Assistant quantity surveyor Ciara Burden is championing apprenticeships to see more women enjoying successful careers in construction.

The 22-year-old is employed as an apprentice by Persimmon Homes South West and is working towards an HNC in Construction and the Built Environment on day release at Exeter College.

Ciara, who has also got her foot on the property ladder by buying her first home from Persimmon, explained: “When I was 16/ 17 I was studying business studies, as much because I didn’t really know what I wanted to do in life.

“I knew I wanted to get...

Not too late for over-70s to get a vaccination in Devon

There is still time for people in Devon aged over 70, and those who are clinically extremely vulnerable, to book a coronavirus vaccination in coming days.

The NHS in Devon is on target to have vaccinated all the eligible people in priority groups 1-4 who wanted to take up a vaccine, by Sunday (February 14), in line with the Government’s ambition.

The latest data published by the NHS show that as of 7 February, more than 271,000 people had received a first dose across the county, with approximately 98% of people aged 75-79, and 95% of over-80s, having received a vaccination...

More hardship cash for struggling Devon residents

A new hardship fund is being set up for local people struggling with their finances as a result of the pandemic.

Devon County Council is allocating £600,000 in its budget for 2021/22 to support people who need short-term emergency assistance.

This is on top of the £1 million that was made available in the current financial year.

The new cash will be split across Devon’s eight district councils, with each one responsible for considering applications and administering grants in their locality.

Devon's proposed budget for 2021/22 will be finally approved...

Extra cash for pothole repairs

More cash will be spent on pothole repairs across Devon if councillors back a new budget on Thursday.

An extra £600,000 will be added to the county council's roads budget under the new plan.

Devon's Cabinet met today to sign off the authority's proposed budget for 2021/22 and it will be finally approved at the full council meeting on February 18.

Big spending increases for under-pressure areas like children's services and adult health and care have already been given the green light.

But council officials have been waiting for a number of last-minute...

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week: Why Devon-based apprentice chose to do an apprenticeship at Redrow

Trainee carpenter Adrian Jones joined Redrow Homes as an apprentice in the South West region, after looking to become qualified in a new career later in his life.

Adrian started his training as an apprentice carpenter with the housebuilder in August 2018 and has been based at the Potters Lea development in Kingsteignton, Devon, ever since.

When asked about his apprenticeship Adrian said: “The apprenticeship has been perfect for me as an older learner wanting to change careers.

“I have learnt about all aspects of carpentry and I am involved in the construction and...

Consumers called on to cut carbon footprint by reducing clothing purchases

Climate conscious Devon residents are being urged to reduce their carbon footprint by cutting down on the clothes they buy and instead get the most out of what they have.

And if residents do have to buy new clothes, they are encouraged to buy better-quality, ethically sourced items, preferably from a local retailer.

The ‘fast fashion’ industry is the second highest carbon-creating industry in the world* and emissions from textile production outweigh the total carbon footprint of international flights and shipping combined. **

Producing the clothes we wear...

Exeter ranked as one of Britain's leading shopping destinations

Exeter has been named as one of Britain’s leading shopping locations according to new research ranking the nation’s best performing retail centres.

The location ranked as the nation’s 28th best performing, in a list of 1,000 retail centres compiled by strategic retail property consultancy, Harper Dennis Hobbs (HDH) – climbing 52 places compared to last year’s rankings.

According to several factors, the HDH Vitality Ranking determines the health of high streets and shopping centres, including the change in residents’ movement, vacancy rates, and suitability to local...

South West hospitals contribute to study which finds tocilizumab reduces deaths in patients hospitalised with COVID-19

The NIHR-supported RECOVERY trial has shown that tocilizumab - an anti- inflammatory rheumatoid arthritis treatment - reduces the risk of death for hospitalised patients with severe COVID-19.

Researchers also found that the drug reduces the length of hospital admission, and the risk of patients requiring mechanical ventilation.

The RECOVERY trial was the world’s first study to show that dexamethasone - a cheap and available steroid - reduces the risk of dying from COVID-19. The latest results from the study also suggests that for COVID-19 patients who have significant...

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Exeter Bridge Club Open Day

Exeter 'leading the way' on carbon targets

Devon Air Ambulance launches new ‘March March’ Fundraiser

Ciara champions apprenticeships for women in construction

Not too late for over-70s to get a vaccination in Devon

More hardship cash for struggling Devon residents

Extra cash for pothole repairs

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week: Why Devon-based apprentice chose to do an apprenticeship at Redrow

Consumers called on to cut carbon footprint by reducing clothing purchases

Exeter ranked as one of Britain's leading shopping destinations

South West hospitals contribute to study which finds tocilizumab reduces deaths in patients hospitalised with COVID-19

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