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New trustee brings decades of experience in social care leadership to Westbank Community Health and Care

The Devon-wide health and wellbeing charity, Westbank Community Health and Care, is delighted to welcome Ian Hobbs, a former social worker and social care professional, to its Board of Trustees.

After 42 years working in a range of roles within Devon County Council, Ian is bringing his considerable skills and leadership experience to the third sector. As a Trustee, he is looking forward to helping the team at Westbank to deliver its ambitious programme of interrelated services and to make the changes that will be needed to adapt to the future.

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How Could 5G Benefit Exeter?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 10/23/2019 - 12:37pm

The news that Exeter will be one of the cities to benefit from 5G in 2020 is promising for the communication and business links of the Devonshire city. While many telecoms customers will be reticent or even apathetic to this news, especially those whose main mode of communication is still a landline, the benefits for Exeter extend far beyond the house for its 5G implications. But what is 5G, and how could Exeter benefit from it?

What is 5G?

5G is essentially an improvement of the speed and bandwidth of the internet conditions. This means feature films can be downloaded...

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Stagecoach announces improvements to South West bus network

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/23/2019 - 10:30am

Stagecoach South West has announced that, from 27 October, there will be changes made to services in Exeter and East Devon, North Devon, Plymouth and Torbay.

The changes are being introduced following a review of all Stagecoach South West services, including analysis of the bus company’s route data. The continued growth and changes in travel patterns in certain areas have been taken into consideration.

The changes are set to provide customers with a number of benefits, including improved reliability and connectivity across certain routes in Exeter, Plymouth, Mid Devon, East...

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Knightshayes calls for help to make hundreds of stars for celestial Christmas art installation

The public are being asked to help make over 500 starry Christmas decorations at Knightshayes, near Tiverton, which will be strung together to make a one large celestially-inspired Christmas art installation for all to see at the National Trust property. It’s all to celebrate that the ornate and Gothic ceilings at the Devon property have inspired much of the National Trust’s Christmas collection this year, with motifs from the ceiling adorning many items being sold in the charitiy’s shops across the UK.

A closely-guarded secret, the final design of the celestial Christmas...

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Dress to Address: 5 Basic Tips on How to Look Luxurious

Everyone wants to look good and presentable every time they go out. For you to achieve this, you will need to learn the basics so that you’ll know what are the essential things you need to do for you to be the best version of yourself. Some people settle for cheap things while others prefer buying expensive things for them to feel and look good.

There are a lot of things you can do for you to look luxurious. Doing some window shopping or canvassing is the first step so that you’ll be financially prepared before buying the things you want. You can also check the latest fashion...

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Celebrate Diwali in Exeter with fireworks, food and dancing

Diwali will be marked at the University of Exeter with a free spectacular firework display, dancing, food and storytelling.

Students have organised the community event, to which all are invited, to help celebrate the Hindu Festival of Lights, which honours the triumph of good over evil.

Guests can take part in dance workshops, watch Dhol drummers, have henna tattoos and sample delicious Indian food. There will be storytelling and craft activities for children, and the chance to dress up in Bollywood outfits. There will also be dance performances from students.

The...

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Apparently, Money Can Buy Happiness

Are you satisfied with the amount of money you earn? Would you be happier if you had a little bit more? And please don’t rush with ‘yes’ since studies reveal the correlation barely exists once you cross the $75,000 annual barrier . However, it’s hard to disagree that money is vital for healthy living and embracing your dreams. So in what ways money can buy happiness? Go skim through the top ones.

Exchange Money for Free Time: Time-Saving Purchases Lead the Game

People living in developed countries more and more often complain about the lack of time. Time scarcity is becoming...

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Hemingway Design to present layout for Queen's Drive site

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/22/2019 - 9:05am

Exmouth residents will soon have the chance to hear about ideas for the future of the Queen’s Drive area of the town at a public exhibition on Thursday 14 November 2019 at the Ocean Suite, LED Ocean, Exmouth, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm, organised by Hemingway Design and supported by East Devon District Council.

Interested members of the public will also be able to view the exhibition materials at a public drop-in at LED Ocean on the previous day, Wednesday 13 November 2019, from 12pm to 4.30pm.

Hemingway Design are encouraging as many people as possible to attend the...

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Chloe's new business has real flour power!

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/21/2019 - 10:16pm

A dream has become a reality for a 21-year-old from Crediton who has launched her own business in the town.

Chloe Burston-Thomas caught the baking bug watching her granny rustling up tasty treats in the family’s farmhouse kitchen.

After leaving school, Chloe studied at Exeter College’s prestigious Michael Caines’s Academy where she honed her skills.

She then spent a couple of years working with her family at Sandford Orchards, followed by a spell at Crediton Coffee Company before deciding to go it alone.

Coco’s celebrated its official opening on Saturday...

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What would environmentally conscious drivers like to change?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 10/21/2019 - 8:06pm

Three in ten Britons lie about their driving habits, according to new research published by ethical car recycling company Scrap Car Network. Their results show that ‘climate guilt’ becoming an increasingly pressing concern for many of us. The most common lies all concerned car usage itself, with 73% of respondents saying they lie about the number of journeys they make, 63% about their annual mileage, and more than a third (36%) actually lie about the fact they even owned a car.

The fact that owners feel compelled to lie about cars does demonstrate an awareness of the rising urgency...

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MIDI Membership Scheme launches

Authored by Paula_D
Posted: Mon, 10/21/2019 - 6:59pm

Supporting and connecting musicians and local businesses.

Music in Devon Initiative (MIDI) is proud to unveil the launch of their ambitious new project – the MIDI Membership Scheme. The scheme aims to support and connect musicians and local businesses by aiding them to work in partnership, with local businesses offering artists who join up to the MIDI Membership Scheme exclusive access to offers and discounts, with regular updates and performance opportunities from the Devon music scene via MIDI and its collaborators, as well as support from an incredible network of industry...

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