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Calling all crocheters: Help celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup

Crochet enthusiasts in Exeter are being asked to get creative and help celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup coming to the city.

Crafters from across Exeter are invited to make rugby-themed crochet pieces for a yarn exhibition at Exeter’s historic Guildhall and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery (RAMM).

The Women’s Rugby World Cup comes to Exeter in late August and September, with Sandy Park hosting seven games, including two quarter-finals. As a result, the city will welcome players and fans from nine countries as Exeter is put on the global stage....

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Bovis Homes colleagues training for Cardiff Half Marathon

Housebuilder employees run Cardiff Half Marathon in memory of colleague

Authored by Paula_D
Posted: Wed, 09/04/2019 - 9:56am

Colleagues at a national housebuilder will run the Cardiff Half Marathon in memory of 32-year-old Dean Fletcher, who tragically died last year after taking part in the event.

The husband and father - a management accountant at Bovis Homes’ South West region - passed away following a cardiac arrest after completing the course last October.

In his honour, eight Bovis Homes’ colleagues will be running the 2019 event to raise funds for CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young), a charity that aims to reduce the risk of cardiac arrest in those aged under 35.

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New director of people appointed to the RD&E and NDHT

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 09/03/2019 - 11:27am

The Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Foundation Trust (RD&E) and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust (NDHT) are pleased to announce the appointment of Hannah Foster as joint director of people following a rigorous selection process.

Hannah joins the NHS from Flybe, the Exeter-based airline, where she was director of people. Prior to her Flybe role, Hannah also held top strategic posts for the Church of England and global educational provider Pearson, helping both organisations develop key culture and organisational growth programmes.

As well as strategic and business acumen...

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The best money saving hacks for shopping online

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Tue, 09/03/2019 - 11:20am

Listen up, savvy Exeter shoppers ! We all want to get the best for our money when we’re shopping online. However, with so many bargains, incentives and discount codes to be found, how do we know we’re actually getting a good deal? These hints and tips should help you to navigate the minefield, and make the most of your money – whatever you’re buying.

Write a shopping list

How many times have you bought an item, purely because it’s caught your attention as you browse? Impulse buying is one of the biggest causes of overspending. It can be difficult to resist making a...

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Last chance for Healthy Heart projects in Devon to get up to £10,000 healthy heart funding

Last chance for Healthy Heart projects in Devon to get up to £10,000 funding

Authored by Paula_D
Posted: Tue, 09/03/2019 - 9:05am

Community groups in Devon have just a few days left to apply for a regional grant of up to £10,000 to help local people look after their hearts.

National charity Heart Research UK is urging groups to submit applications for the Heart Research UK and Subway® Healthy Heart Grant before the 11th September.

The Heart Research UK and Subway® Healthy Heart Grant is available for new and innovative projects that promote healthy hearts and reduce the risk of heart disease in the community.

Projects should demonstrate health initiatives such as cooking skills and healthy...

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Major fungal research centre moves to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 09/03/2019 - 8:20am

A top research centre focussed on tackling fungal diseases has relocated to the University of Exeter.

The Medical Research Council (MRC) Centre for Medical Mycology has moved from Aberdeen with existing Exeter scientists to create one of the largest groups of mycology (fungal research) experts in the world.

Mycology is an area of urgent medical need, with more than 1.5 million deaths worldwide each year caused by fungal infections.

“This move places Exeter at the forefront of fungal research at a critical time,” said Professor Gordon Brown, director of the centre...

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Most used cryptocurrencies by bookies

Since we saw the popularity of Bitcoin skyrocket, a few years back, many online gambling websites have started accepting cryptocurrencies at their websites. This has, in many ways, changed how punters around the world place bets - and today, it’s clear that more and more customers are looking towards using cryptocurrencies to bet online. In this post, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the most commonly used cryptocurrencies at online gambling websites.

More than Just Bitcoin

Bitcoin has achieved a lot more than just being a ‘trendsetter’ so to speak. Along with...

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More exciting opportunities to celebrate Exeter City Football Club’s incredible history announced

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 09/02/2019 - 12:15pm

An exciting series of exhibitions, films and events celebrating the incredible history of Exeter City Football Club has been announced.

Thanks to money raised by National Lottery players, a third funding award from The National Lottery Heritage Fund will support the creation of several new events, including the ECFC Museum Trust photography exhibition, which charts the visual history of the club from the post-war era to the present day.

The exhibition, due to be held in the Park building, has been made possible thanks to generous donations from the family of former ECFC...

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Winning 3 Exeter independents revealed 

InExeter is proud to reveal Exeter’s winning independent businesses as voted for by members of the public in this year’s Summer of Independents competition.

The shortlisted five businesses, as voted by the public, across the three competition categories Food and Drink, Services and Retail were shortlisted and visited by a mystery shopper.

Following that visit, a judging panel chose the Independent Business of the Year for each category based on the mystery shopper evidence & original submissions from members of the public.

Joanne Caine, managing director of...

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You need to prepare before opting for car financing

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 09/02/2019 - 10:20am

It's understandable if you don't have enough money to afford to pay for a new car in cash. Car financing is available for people like you who want to divide the cost of buying a new car over several months. Before you take it, you need to understand that it's a long-term commitment. You can't decide to take out a loan now and spend the same amount of money each month. You have a new responsibility, and you need to stay committed to paying off the loan until it's over.

Save enough money

The good thing about car financing is that you can divide the cost over several months....

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Pictured with Lyme Bay Winery’s Bob Harding (centre) is Ben Winnard – Retail and Catering Operations Manager (left) and James Searle – Head of Commercial Activities (both from The Donkey Sanctuary).

Raise a glass to support The Donkey Sanctuary

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 08/31/2019 - 12:46pm

The Donkey Sanctuary has come up with a pressing idea to support its fundraising by teaming up with a local cider maker to produce a special edition Donkey Sanctuary cider.

Using freshly pressed West Country apples, the medium-sweet cider is made by Axminster based Lyme Bay Winery and is the perfect accompaniment to the late summer sunshine or for a unique gift.

The sparkling golden cider features its own distinctive label showing a pair of donkeys under an apple tree. Promising an intensely refreshing and zesty apple taste, the cider has been launched to coincide with The...

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