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Alanis Morissette joined by Pale Waves and The Big Moon for Devon date

Guitar indie-pop band Pale Waves and Mercury-nominated The Big Moon are the latest acts heading to the south Devon countryside for the county’s biggest music event this summer.

The bands are joining the line-up for seven-time GRAMMY Award winning Canadian / American artist Alanis Morissette ’s headline show with special guest musical powerhouse Skunk Anansie at TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham on Friday June 26.

The Devon date is the first of just seven shows Morissette is playing in the UK this year and comes on the heels of her most acclaimed UK shows ever last...

Exeter Neighbours Celebrate with Lottery Win

Two people in Exeter are celebrating today after winning £1,000 each thanks to their lucky postcode.

The neighbours netted the windfall when Two was announced as a Daily Prize winner with People’s Postcode Lottery on Monday 4th May 2020.

People’s Postcode Lottery ambassador Judie McCourt sent her well-wishes to the winners. She said: “What lovely news to start your week! Congratulations to our winners, I hope this news has made their day.”

A minimum of 32% of ticket sales goes directly to charities and players of People’s Postcode Lottery have raised over £500...

Food Drink Devon's new campaign Devon Speaks Up  

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/04/2020 - 8:54am

Doom and gloom might be everywhere at present, but there are green shoots beginning to sprout across the commercial South West - if you know how and where to look for them.

The organisation Food Drink Devon has launched a campaign through which its members can voice concerns and woes during the coronavirus lockdown - and the latest survey shows how many businesses are able to adapt and even develop going into the future, thanks to inventiveness and agility.

The first question in the Devon Speaks Up campaign’s latest fact-finding mission asks if business owners believe...

4 fun ways to de-stress

With the global Coronavirus pandemic affecting the world’s health and finances, stress levels for many individuals are running higher than usual. The key to getting through these trying times lies in everyone’s ability to keep up their morale and to avoid allowing the stress to have a lasting effect on their mental and physical health. Here is a list of four fun ways to de-stress and rediscover balance in your life.

Play Bingo Online

While you currently can’t play bingo at your favourite social venue with your friends, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it online. Use a...

Devon brain injury charity provides lifeline for vulnerable adults

A Devon-based charity is providing a lifeline for vulnerable adults with a brain injury during the covid-19 pandemic through remote support.

Some of the community’s most isolated members were left with nowhere to turn as lockdown commenced and they were cut off from their family, friends and the outside world.

Thankfully, brain injury charity Headway Devon stepped in to ensure brain injury survivors in the local area were properly supported.

Headway Devon, based on Commercial Road, Exeter, has been working to improve life after brain injury for survivors and...

Mingtao Fu

Exeter postgraduate researcher is Hospiscare Hero

A University of Exeter postgraduate researcher and teaching assistant has made an extraordinary donation of 3000 facemasks to help Hospiscare doctors and nurses in Devon provide compassionate end of life care during the coronavirus crisis.

Mingtao Fu works at the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences and felt so moved by the coronavirus healthcare situation that he wanted to make a personal contribution to the Devon community.

Mingtao said: “I heard about the lack of face masks as the coronavirus pandemic started to spread in the UK. As a member of...

Devon Air Ambulance add third critical care car to their fleet

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Sun, 05/03/2020 - 10:34am

Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, businesses and organisations across the country have been united in the fight to defeat the invisible enemy. Cross collaboration is better than ever as companies work together to support each other's determination to succeed.

We have been humbled by the generosity and support of companies and fellow air ambulances not only in Devon but as far as Tamworth in Staffordshire and Kent, Surrey & Sussex who have shown us tremendous generosity.

One of those companies got in touch just a few weeks ago. That was Kastners, our local...

How to Choose the Perfect Cremation Urn for your Loved One

For many years, cremation has been a common practice. It involves burning the body of a deceased individual and preserving their remains in a container usually known as an urn. Depending on traditions and the wishes of the dead, cremation ashes may also be scattered in the sea or sometimes preserved in certain objects after the funeral service. During the process, the casket is taken into a closed furnace, and at very high temperatures; the body is burned and pulverized to ashes. More often than not, people who are cremated indicate this as a death rite in their will before their demise,...

Steps in Organizing an Unforgettable Barbecue Party

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sun, 05/03/2020 - 7:32am

There is nothing that feels better than having a successful barbecue party. If you have been to one, you can tell that they create a perfect opportunity to link up with friends or family. Are you planning to host your first-ever barbecue fest? Well, as the host, you can find the entire process complicated. Also, you can’t forget to mention the fear that comes with not being sure whether the party will be a success or not. Like any other party, a barbecue fest takes effort and planning. Luckily for you, this article has the easy steps to help you come up with a fantastic barbecue party....

Need a Personal Injury Lawyer? Here are the Qualities You Need to Look For

In the modern world, personal injury cases are a common occurrence. When it comes to dealing with cases of such nature, the first and most crucial step to take is picking the right attorney to represent you. The specialist can help provide the support and expertise you need for a positive outcome in your case. Today, there are many personal injury attorneys scattered across the US, and hence picking the right guy for the job can be a daunting experience.

1. Availability

Personal injury cases can be overwhelming. Now and then, you are needed to keep tabs with the lawyer to help...

People in the South West can still access wheelchairs from British Red Cross throughout the Covid-19 emergency

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 05/01/2020 - 6:27pm

People in the South West who need wheelchairs and other mobility aids during the coronavirus crisis do not have to go without because of the national emergency.

That’s the message from the British Red Cross, which provides short-term loans of wheelchairs and other mobility aids across the UK, and has teamed up with Big Yellow Self Storage to scale up its offering in response to Covid-19.

The Red Cross is working in 70 hospitals across the UK, providing mobility aids that assist with patient discharge, while most of its 100+ community-based mobility centres remain open so...

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