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Jason Byrne brings ‘Head in the Clouds’ mayhem to Exeter

Irish comedy hurricane Jason Byrne is heading to Exeter with his brand-new live show, Head in the Clouds, on 8 November at the Corn Exchange – part of a major UK tour following his run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Known for his wildly spontaneous shows and chaotic audience interaction, Byrne’s latest tour promises the same high-energy mayhem – but with a fresh twist. In a recent interview, the Dublin-born comic revealed how he selects unsuspecting audience members: “Every time I’ve picked a woman, they’ve done what I asked perfectly. When it’s a man, it’s chaos – facing the...

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Dashboard gets active to virtually travel 450 miles for better mental health

Local tech start-up, Dashboard Ltd based at the Exeter Science Park is set to get active for 30 days for the Move for Mind event in aid of mental health charity Mind.

This winter is going to be tougher than many we’ve faced before, both physically and mentally. For this reason, Dashboard is kicking off the new year by getting involved in the 30 days Move for Mind event to raise funds for better mental health and encourage each other to get moving to keep the lockdown blues at bay.

Dashboard partners with the National Engineering Laboratory (NEL) in Glasgow as part of its...

Tips In Commuting By Bike In The Rain

Fun, scary, frustrating, social, romantic - cycling has these magical abilities to be whatever the rider wishes it to be. Biking is a perfect way to remain healthy and connected to the world around you, whether you’re using it for recreation or transportation.

As it increases the metabolic rate, cycling is a healthy way to regulate or lose weight and develop muscle, and burn body fat. Cycling needs to be paired with a balanced eating schedule if you're trying to lose weight. Research indicates that you should use exercise to burn at least 8,400 kilojoules (about 2,000 calories) a...

Children with anxiety invited to take part in study looking at how treatments can be delivered in line with COVID-19 social distancing rules

Parents of 5-12 year old children from Devon who suffer from anxiety are being invited to join a research study looking at the best way to deliver treatment for child anxiety problems when there are social-distancing restrictions in place due to COVID-19.

The Co-CAT study (Child Anxiety Treatment in the context of COVID-19) is being led by Professor Cathy Creswell at the University of Oxford, funded by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC)/UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) COVID-19 Rapid Response Initiative. The study, being run locally by Devon Partnership Trust , will...

Devon County Council launches Covid-19 Fund to help communities

Devon County Council has launched it’s third round of COVID-19 Funding to help provide valuable funding to organisations working in communities that have been affected by the coronavirus outbreak.

The scheme launches this Monday (January 11, 2021) and grants of up to £700 are available.

The funding aims to help voluntary and community groups to tackle the social and economic impacts of the virus outbreak and help those who are most vulnerable in their communities.

The funding can be used to address issues such as:

• Safe deliveries of essential goods...

Exeter residents views invited on Electric Vehicle charge-point proposals

Exeter residents are invited to give their views on proposals to install rapid-charging electric vehicle (EV) charge points at 10 locations across the City.

The locations proposed are Barrack Road, Belmont Road, Cowick Hill, Hanover Road, Haven Road, Howell Road, Kinnerton Way, Langaton Lane, St Leonards Road and Whipton Lane.

A Traffic Regulation Order is being advertised and members of the public can comment up until February 11, 2021 by going to Devon County Council’s (DCC) website; http://devon.cc/e-hyz

And to enable more residents to test drive and access...

Harlequins planning decision not to be called in by government

An application to redevelop Harlequins Shopping Centre will not be decided by the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, it has been revealed.

Exeter City Council approved plans to turn the Centre into co-living apartments, along with a hotel and other facilities, back in October.

However, requests were then made to the government calling on the Secretary of State, Robert Jenrick, to make the final decision because of the impact on the historic environment.

Now the Secretary of State has said he is satisfied that in this case it was...

How are bus timetables in the South West changing during the latest National Lockdown?

Stagecoach South West have been working closely with the local authorities to maintain essential connections for keyworkers across the South West as the country is plummeted into another national lockdown. The local bus operated has ensured vital links are maintained for school journeys and essential shopping trips with their network remaining relatively unchanged in the coming weeks.

The bus operator will be making some very minor changes to services across the South West from 10th January 2021 with the majority of buses operating on school holiday timetables which is clearly...

Council to offer garden and landscaping services to householders in Exeter

Householders in Exeter may soon be able to take advantage of a variety of council-run garden and landscaping services.

Exeter City Council is looking to broaden out a number of its services like landscape gardening and path and patio laying.

“The City Council is a trusted and established brand,” said Cllr David Harvey, Lead Councillor for City Management.

“And what we have built up over the years in our parks and open spaces, is a highly experienced team capable of delivering some first class projects across the city,” he added.

From April the Council...

RSPCA rescue pets can still find new homes in lockdown

The RSPCA will continue to rehome rescue animals on a delivery basis during the ongoing lockdowns in both England and Wales. Pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets and other small furry animals will remain available for adoption as RSPCA centres - now closed to the public - switch to a virtual rehoming and delivery process. The animal welfare charity has 14 national animal centres across England and Wales - while many of its independent branches also have rehoming facilities switching to a remote process during the latest lockdown restrictions. Prospective adopters can speak to RSPCA...

National discount scheme supports local shops in lockdown

In the wake of another lockdown the national discount scheme, My VIP Card, is offering UK shoppers a way to order take advantage of thousands of deals whilst supporting local and small businesses with a network of over 1,000 online local shops.

These small businesses can now sign up for free and will benefit from their online shop or service being promoted to a national audience of shoppers keen to support local and small business whilst taking advantage of thousands of amazing discounts.

The discount scheme is urging shoppers to remember and support local and small...

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Jason Byrne brings ‘Head in the Clouds’ mayhem to Exeter

Dashboard gets active to virtually travel 450 miles for better mental health

Tips In Commuting By Bike In The Rain

Children with anxiety invited to take part in study looking at how treatments can be delivered in line with COVID-19 social distancing rules

Devon County Council launches Covid-19 Fund to help communities

Exeter residents views invited on Electric Vehicle charge-point proposals

Harlequins planning decision not to be called in by government

How are bus timetables in the South West changing during the latest National Lockdown?

Council to offer garden and landscaping services to householders in Exeter

RSPCA rescue pets can still find new homes in lockdown

National discount scheme supports local shops in lockdown

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