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New McDonald's opens in Exeter

A brand-new McDonald’s restaurant in Exeter opened on Wednesday 4th June.

Following significant investment from local Franchisee David Shawyer, the restaurant is open for dine-in, takeaway, Drive Thru, Click & Serve and McDelivery. Opening hours will be 6am – 11pm, seven days a week.

The new 104-seater restaurant has created around 132 new full and part-time jobs for the local community and features table service, self-ordering kiosks, a large outside patio area and a Drive Thru with Smart Digital Drive Thru menu boards.

The Lord Mayor of Exeter, Councillor...

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Ambulance Service receives inclusivity award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/29/2019 - 10:02am

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) has been awarded the prestigious Disability Confident Leader status by the Department for Work and Pensions. This is the highest level awardable under the Disability Confident brand and SWASFT is the first Ambulance Trust to be awarded the status and one of only 63 companies nationally to achieve this.

The Government driven national scheme aims to change people’s behaviour across the workforce to include people of all capabilities to have a successful career.

Disability Confident organisations play a leading role...

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Ranger Rob shortlisted for environmental award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 07/29/2019 - 7:41am

A Ranger from Stover Country Park near Newton Abbot has been shortlisted for a top environmental award.

Rob Ballard is one of seven finalists in the running for the BIG Biodiversity Champion Award 2019.

The awards are organised by the independent, not-for-profit body CIRIA (the Construction Industry Research and Information Association).

Rob was nominated for his work on the sustainable reed-bed drainage system, which has been developed at Stover Country Park in recent months by Highways England, SWH, working with Devon County Council as the landowner, and supported...

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Help prevent moorland fires this summer

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 07/28/2019 - 10:59am

Visitors to Dartmoor are being urged to help prevent wildfires as the dry weather continues.

Of particular concern are discarded cigarettes, Chinese lanterns and disposable barbecues.

Broken glass, camping stoves matches and lighters are also highlighted as potential dangers.

The call for vigilance has come from the Dartmoor Wild Fire Liaison Group, a body representing land owners, the Dartmoor Commoners’ Council and Dartmoor National Park Authority (DNPA).

The wider partnership also involves Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, Devon and Cornwall...

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Devon businesses donated £16717 to Hospiscare

Devon businesses enjoy a sunny day of golf to raise money for Hospiscare

Authored by Hospiscare
Posted: Sat, 07/27/2019 - 10:08am

The sun shone brightly the 15th Marnie Burgoyne Memorial Golf Day earlier this month when 50 teams, many from local businesses, took to the fairways at Exeter Golf & Country Club and helped to raise a fantastic £16,717 for local charity Hospiscare .

The day is organised by a committee of volunteers and is held each year in memory of Marnie Burgoyne, who was part of the founding team that helped raise the money to build the hospice building, Searle House, which opened in 1992.

This year’s winning team were STR Logistics , who picked up the trophy for the first time in...

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Top 5 tobacco E-liquids

For many transitioning from tobacco smoking to vaping, finding something that replicates the authentic taste and feel of tobacco is hard. This is a big point of struggle for these people, and a lack of options often results in failure to quit cigarettes long-term.

Some vape juices try to recreate the classic tobacco taste, but ultimately fall flat. These juices are enough to make you realise it’s a tobacco flavor, but not enough to really feel authentic.

There are, however, some e-liquid brands out there who have taken the challenge of producing tobacco-inspired lines and...

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The secrets to finding brilliant event entertainment in Exeter

Whether you’re organising a wedding, birthday party or corporate event, a key element to making your function a success is undoubtedly the entertainment. However, booking the right act can be daunting! You want entertainment that will match your theme, be appropriate for your audience and, above all, make for a brilliant event that no one will forget.

As such, here are some top tips for finding great event entertainment in the beautiful city of Exeter…

Don’t leave it too late

Most professional bands will be booked up far in advance. Established and experienced acts...

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BTEC Award Winners collecting their awards

Exeter College BTEC students win big in National Awards

Authored by stephendixon
Posted: Fri, 07/26/2019 - 12:55pm

Students from Exeter College have been celebrating success following the National BTEC Awards 2019.

A total of nine Exeter College students were recognised at an awards ceremony that took place in Westminster in July. The event celebrates exceptional BTEC students and apprentices while also shining a light on the inspirational teachers who have influenced their learning.

Exeter College’s Luke Bearpark was crowned Hospitality, Travel and Tourism Student of the Year with Abbie Densham being awarded Science Student of the Year.

In addition, Bronze Awards were given to...

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Blockbuster films showing this summer at the Open Air Cinema at Exmouth’s Queen’s Drive Space

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 07/26/2019 - 12:19pm

Blockbuster films at the Open Air Cinema, free live gigs, local theatre, circus entertainment, the Big Band sound, a Devon Rum and Reggae Festival, a one-day music festival Maer Rocks raising funds for the RNLI and a dance beach party – Exmouth’s Queen’s Drive Space is buzzing with activity this summer with a top line up of things to do for all the family.

There’s something for everyone at this glorious seafront site - a free Jurassic themed children’s play site for the kids and nearby food stalls, a bar and seating area where you can keep an eye on your young ones and enjoy some...

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How to avoid credit card debt in an emergency

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 07/26/2019 - 11:52am

In a country whose economy is powered by consumer spending, credit cards make it all too easy to rack up debt very quickly. In the fourth quarter of 2018, Americans owed almost 900 billion dollars .

If you rely on your credit card and suddenly you experience a financial crisis, you could find yourself in massive debt before you know it.

Ready to learn how to avoid credit card debt? Keep reading!

1. Be Aware of the Risks

When you face unexpected expenses, you need more information now , not later. The consequences of credit card debt extend well beyond the...

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Baby is not a howler yet

Baby is not a howler yet

Authored by Paigntonzoo
Posted: Fri, 07/26/2019 - 9:43am

It’s summer on the English Riviera, the weather is gorgeous – and the baby is asleep… Life is good.

The new baby black howler monkey at Paignton Zoo is unnamed and the sex is unknown – keepers are just letting mum Bonita get on with it. The early days and weeks of an animal’s life are always perilous, but she’s an experienced mum and the weather is good, which will help.

The photo shows Bonita, the new-born and last year’s baby, Pablo, all asleep together. Bonita, enjoy the tranquility while you can...!

Black howler monkeys live in troops and shout to defend their...

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