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Share to Buy Live to host Homebuyers Day in Exeter

Share to Buy Live is set to host its inaugural Homebuyers Day: Exeter on Saturday 7th February, marking a new chapter in the organisation’s events programme and bringing affordable homeownership advice directly to local communities.

The free-to-attend event will bring together housing providers, legal experts, mortgage brokers, and homeownership specialists to help attendees better understand affordable routes onto the property ladder, including Shared Ownership. Confirmed housing providers include Sovereign Network Group (SNG), LiveWest, Centurion Place, Plymouth Community Homes...

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World renowned snowdrop collection bursts into life

Excited snowdrop enthusiasts are travelling across the UK to an exquisite corner of Devon to see one of the best collections of snowdrops in the world burst into fragrance and colour.

The world renowned Matt Bishop Snowdrop Collection, one of the most diverse collections of named and naturalised snowdrops in the UK, is in full bloom at The Garden House, one of the finest gardens in England.

Over 83 varieties of snowdrops, 57 of which are now in flower, create a stunning display across the plantsman’s paradise in Dartmoor. Planted in huge swathes across the garden’s stunning...

Row for the Ocean finish Atlantic Challenge (Photo, Ben Duffy)

Devon's rowers finish Atlantic challenge to build plastic-free legacy

Row for the Ocean has completed the world's toughest row to raise awareness of ocean plastic pollution for South West charity Surfers Against Sewage.

The four-woman team, three of whom belong to Exeter Rowing Club, were the first all-female crew to reach the finish line of the 2018/19 Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge.

With 3,000 miles behind them, the ocean adventurers arrived in Antigua after 43 days, 2 hours and 20 minutes at sea.

Kirsty Barker (28), Kate Salmon (31), Rosalind West (36) and Laura Try (36) were continuously challenged - with early seasickness and...

Resume don'ts: Here's what not to put on a resume so you can score the job

You’ve found your dream job .

It’s what you love to do, the hours are great, and the industry is sustainable. You’re ready to have a career that’s more stable—both financially and emotionally. No more coming home stressed and hesitant to go back the next day.

The only thing is, your resume isn’t up to par. In fact, you can’t remember the last time you updated it.

Rather than go over everything you should include, we’ll go over the opposite. This way, you know what to avoid to better your chances of landing your dream job.

Ready to know what not to put on a...

Is it true that the house always win or there is a chance to win at online casinos?

Gambling is a dangerous business as the whole idea is that you are risking something valuable that you have on an outcome that is fundamentally unpredictable.

You can do so in traditional land-based casinos or online casinos knowing that the risk is higher for you compared with the house as they are only offering games where the casino has the odds in their favour. Having said that, regulators and in some cases even laws have been created so that gambling companies are not altering the conditions of casino games to get an unfair advantage. You should always be able to read the...

Be prepared for risk of snow, says County Council

Devon County Council is urging people to be prepared for the possibility of snow this week.

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Warning of snow and ice conditions for tomorrow (Tuesday 29 January), which could have the potential to cause travel disruption.

Although any snow is not expected to be widespread, the current forecast is that higher ground, such as Dartmoor and Exmoor, could face up to 5cm of snow. Haldon and Telegraph Hills may see a small amount of snow, some of which could affect tomorrow evening’s rush hour.

Road surface temperatures will be close to...

Dim the lights, I’m feeling fishy…

A stunning state-of-the-art lighting system has been installed at Living Coasts – for the fish.

The sophisticated new system in the aquarium of Torquay’s coastal zoo means that fish can experience natural dawns and dusks. Staff hope this will lead to more of what comes naturally…

One of the zoo’s aquarists, Sam Worthington, explained: “Now, each tank can have its own settings. We can do gradual sunrises and sunsets with different colour temperatures, going from a soft pink dawn to a bright middle of the day and back down to dusk.

“Native species can have the range...

Devon care provider champions dementia techniques in care

EXPERTS at a leading South Devon care provider are championing a variety of cutting edge techniques this year (2019) to care for people with dementia living at home in the county.

Guardian Homecare, which has offices in Exeter, says it is important to use different methods for those with the condition and it has rolled these out as part of its staff training.

Regional Manager, Katie Jewell said: “We have worked with people with dementia for many years and through this we have developed a variety of techniques, which can be used when caring for someone with the condition....

Recycle Devon: Vote for your recycling hero

Communities across Devon are being called on to vote for their recycling heroes in the sixth annual Thank You Awards.

This year there have been over 30 nominations in seven different categories including Your Recycling Hero, Collection Crew/Operative and Small Business Champion.

Residents can vote for their recycling heroes online from Monday 7 January on the recycledevon.org/have-your-vote on the Recycle Devon website. Voting will be open until Friday 1 February

All the shortlisted candidates have been invited to attend an awards ceremony at County Hall on 2Friday...

Celebrating Exceptional Care across Devon and Cornwall

The annual Outstanding Care Awards for Devon and Cornwall will honour outstanding individuals, providers and suppliers from across the care industry, including care homes, community care, voluntary organisations, emergency services and more.

The initiative, backed by organisations including Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, Devon County Council, Torbay Council and Proud to Care Devon, saw hundreds of entries when started in 2018 by the Devon-based Care Network Group.

With years of experience across the care sector, Kat Green and Chloe Start co-founded The Care...

New Seaton mayor appointed

Cllr Ken Beer has been appointed as Seaton’s new mayor. Cllr Beer was elected to the role with Cllr. Jack Rowland elected as deputy mayor.

The election took place following the resignation of the previous mayor, Cllr Peter Burrows earlier this month. Cllr Beer has been a town councillor since 2011.

Cllr Beer said: “As a councillor I am passionate about Seaton and all we have to offer as a thriving coastal town. Having been lucky enough to call this town home for the past 11 years, it is an honour and a privilege to be elected as mayor. I am looking forward to working with...

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Share to Buy Live to host Homebuyers Day in Exeter

World renowned snowdrop collection bursts into life

Devon's rowers finish Atlantic challenge to build plastic-free legacy

Resume don'ts: Here's what not to put on a resume so you can score the job

Is it true that the house always win or there is a chance to win at online casinos?

Be prepared for risk of snow, says County Council

Dim the lights, I’m feeling fishy…

Devon care provider champions dementia techniques in care

Recycle Devon: Vote for your recycling hero

Celebrating Exceptional Care across Devon and Cornwall

New Seaton mayor appointed

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