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Honorary degree for former Exeter MP

Former city MP Ben Bradshaw thanked University of Exeter students for “all they have given the city” as he joined their graduation ceremony to be given his own honorary degree.

Sir Ben’s award was in recognition of public service, including his achievements to boost the quality of schools in Exeter, bring jobs to the city and his campaigning for LGBT rights.

During his 27 years as Exeter’s MP he worked to bring the Met Office to the city and worked closely with the University of Exeter and others in the community to bring about a huge school reorganisation and rebuilding...

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Foodcycle appeals for volunteers as community dining charity opens second Exeter project

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/14/2024 - 10:16pm

Foodcycle appeals for volunteers as community dining charity opens second Exeter project to help tackle food pro

A charity that aims to tackle food poverty, loneliness and food waste, has opened its second free community meal in Exeter, and is appealing for volunteers to help.

FoodCycle needs more volunteers to help provide free weekly hot meals for local guests in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, every Thursday at 6.30pm, atBeacon Heath Church.

Volunteers get to be part of the ‘FoodCycle magic’ – transforming surplus food that would otherwise go to waste...

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Tread carefully this autumn!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 10/14/2024 - 8:26am

More than half (55%) of UK drivers do not always check their tyre tread before a long journey, new research from National Highways reveals as its new autumn safety campaign is launched.

In addition, more than a fifth (21%) of those who take long journeys and have broken down on the motorway, think their breakdown could have been avoided if they had conducted proper tyre checks before setting off.

Last year, there were more than 51,500 tyre-related breakdowns on England’s motorways and major A-roads, an increase of 14% since 2022. During October last year there were 4,053...

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Entertainment and gaming hotspots to check out on your visit to Exeter

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 10/14/2024 - 8:03am

From amazing food to historical buildings and great weather, there are plenty of reasons to visit Exeter. But what if you’re looking for entertainment and gaming possibilities in Devon? There are a number of reasons to visit Exeter if you’re looking for these activities – we’ll discuss these below.

A variety of outdoor activities and games

One of the things that visitors to Exeter love the most is the variety of outdoor activities and games on offer. From horse riding to cycling and canoeing, there are many ways to enjoy the great outdoors and get some exercise here....

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Joules' Big Exeter Sale comes to Westpoint

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/13/2024 - 10:42pm

The Exeter Big Sale will be taking place at the Westpoint Arena , where all kids’ clothes are £5, women’s & men’s clothes are £10 and all outerwear at £25! Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or refresh the family’s wardrobe, you won’t want to miss out and with stock replenished throughout the day, the event will be a great opportunity to spoil yourself to those things you really deserve.

Westpoint Arena,

Clyst St Mary,

Exeter,

EX5 1DJ

The event will be taking place on Thursday 31st October @ 9am–7pm and Friday 1st November @ 9am-4....

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Railway line between Axminster and Exeter to close for two weeks

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 10/12/2024 - 11:37pm

Buses will replace trains between Axminster and Exeter St Davids from Saturday 9 November to Friday 22 November inclusive while Network Rail engineers install a mile of new track through Honiton Tunnel.

Over a two-week period engineers replace the existing 50-year-old track through the tunnel, as well as installing new sleepers and ballast.

The existing track is coming to the end of its life which means it is prone to faults which can cause disruption and delays to passengers. The new rail is designed within millimetre precision and will make for smoother and more...

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Welcome to the Family Tops Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/11/2024 - 2:50pm

Tops Exeter is the latest nursery to join Award Winning Tops Day Nurseries family.

Tops and the previously named Owletts nursery colleagues have been hard at work transitioning the management of the nursery for children aged 3 months to 4 years from Exeter College. The purpose-built facility, featuring spacious rooms and a large garden for all age groups, sets it apart from other childcare providers in the area.

This new addition brings the total number of day nurseries owned by Tops Day Nurseries to 33, providing Early Education and Care to over 5,000 children and...

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Exeter fashion photographer puts MND in focus with sale of prints from 100 of the industry’s biggest names

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/11/2024 - 2:18pm

FASHION photographer Mark Sanders is aiming to put motor neurone disease firmly in the spotlight with a sale of images from 100 of the biggest names in photography including Devon-based photographers Jem Southam, Robert Darch and Brendan Barry.

Mark, from Exeter, whose mum, Lin, died from motor neurone disease (MND) earlier this year, has pledged to raise as much as possible on behalf of the MND Association which supports people living with the disease across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Inspired by the statistic 1 in 300 which illustrates an individual’s...

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Popular children's reading scheme designed in Devon is rolled out across libaries in Bradford

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Fri, 10/11/2024 - 2:09pm

Libraries Unlimited’s popular The Secret Book Quest is being launched in libraries in Bradford, West Yorkshire.

The Quest, which is available both as a free sticker-booklet and an online programme, has so far helped over 10,000 children across Devon and Torbay with their reading.

Originally created by Libraries Unlimited in 2021 with illustrations from artist Emily Fox, the unique challenge is designed to inspire a love of reading in children aged 5 to 12. Children work towards a 50-book goal on a journey through the library with characters Pip, Libro and Zena. Along the...

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Isca Ensemble South West present a special concert for Hospiscare

The very popular Isca Ensemble South West will be presenting a very special concert in Exeter Cathedral on Saturday 19th October at 7.30pm.

This fine orchestra conducted by Roger Hendy comprising of leading players from the Southwest, continues to receive high critical acclaim for its performances which feature International soloists.

Roger has been a leading conductor of orchestras in the Southwest, France and Germany for many years.

On this occasion, the orchestra will be joined by the renowned international cellist Kacper Nowak from Poland who will be...

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Mark Your Calendars: Cards For Good Causes is back in Exeter

As the festive season approaches, why not make your Christmas shopping count for more this year? Cards For Good Causes is returning to Exeter this week, offering you the chance to support both charities and the local community with every card or gift you purchase.

The charity welcomes you to step into a world of festive magic at St. Martin's Church, 2 Cathedral Close from the 11th of October, to discover an enchanting array of greeting cards, advent calendars and a wider range of gifts than ever before, which are sure to ignite your holiday spirit. But the experience doesn’t end...

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