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Work to start on Heavitree Road bus improvements

Improvement work to enhance bus services on Heavitree Road in Exeter will get underway next month (February).

The scheme, which will start on Monday 2 February, involves the construction of a new traffic island and installation of a new set of traffic signals at the end of the outbound (eastbound) bus lane between Grendon Road and Polsloe Road/Barrack Road.

These new signals will give buses priority at the Polsloe Road / Barrack Road junction, making it easier for buses to progress towards Heavitree Fore Street or move from the bus lane into the right turn lane for...

No excuse for drink driving

More than 80 traffic collisions a year on Devon’s roads involve someone who has been drink driving.

The figures have been revealed by Devon County Council, Devon and Cornwall Police, and Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service as a reminder of the dangers of drink driving, highlighting that some people still aren’t heeding the warnings of how lives are being put at risk.

Devon and Cornwall Police will be vigilant to drink or drug drivers throughout December, with a focus on patrols in the mornings, when many risk driving while alcohol is still in their system from...

Exeter College Announced as Devon’s First Microsoft Showcase College

Exeter College has been announced as one of only 12 colleges in the UK to be a Microsoft Showcase College, and the first in Devon.

Microsoft showcase colleges are a global network of colleges ‘engaged in innovative change to improve teaching and learning’.

With the support and guidance of Microsoft, showcase colleges create immersive and inclusive experiences that inspire lifelong learning, stimulating development of essential life skills so students are empowered to achieve more.

Anthony Martin, ICT Innovation Officer, Exeter College, said: "Becoming a Microsoft...

Father Christmas invites you to his winter wonderland at Cofton Holidays

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 12/08/2018 - 12:38am

Children have the chance to explore a festive wonderland and meet Father Christmas this December by visiting multi award-winning holiday park, Cofton Holidays.

Based near the pretty coastline of Dawlish Warren, Cofton Holidays is hosting Father Christmas and his hard-working elves at its very own magical grotto. He will be welcoming children on Saturday 8th and 15th December, 11am-1pm and 2pm-5pm, and Sunday 9th and 16th December between 11am-1pm and 3pm-5pm.

Well-behaved boys and girls can tell Father Christmas all about what they would like for Christmas and post their...

Exeter Community Energy invites local groups to apply for cash to help them power up

Community Fund seeks applications for energy saving and fuel poverty projects

Exeter, Devon, December 6, 2018. This year, Exeter Community Energy (ECOE) has enabled talented kids to brighten Exeter High Street with their busking – and now we want to help more groups. With funds earned from our clean electricity generation, ECOE’s Community Fund is energising local groups in Exeter and East Devon, with £4,100 now available. This fund is available for local community groups to apply for financing for projects that help to save energy and/or ease fuel poverty. Full application...

Should cities be pedestrianised?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 12/07/2018 - 8:51am

More and more governing bodies are assessing the role and impact of vehicles in city centres, with many pushing for pedestrianisation.

In a recent poll , 52% of Bath Live readers voted in favour of the pedestrianisation of Bath city centre, in the aim to improve air quality. However, 30% were sceptical, worrying that limited access would have a negative impact on city centre trade.

Despite relevant arguments for both sides of the debate, many European cities are adopting pedestrianisation. The Mayor Of Paris has announced plans to do just this to the centre of the capital....

Call to help litter pick and tidy-up at Chudleigh Rocks

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Thu, 12/06/2018 - 4:29pm

WALKERS, hikers, climbers and families from Devon are being asked to come out in force to help clear litter and tidy-up at a popular beauty spot near Exeter next month (January 27, 2018).

Taunton Leisure – Exeter, which is on Fore Street in the city, is organising the litter pick at Chudleigh Rocks (south side) on Sunday, January 27 from 10am until 4pm.

Store Manager, Nick Baron, who is a keen climber, explained: “We’re hoping lots of people from the walking, hiking and climbing community join us for this event, as well as families, and anyone who enjoys the great outdoors...

Seaton Wetlands scoops bronze at Devon Tourism Awards

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 12/06/2018 - 10:54am

One of East Devon District Council’s most popular nature reserves, Seaton Wetlands, has earned well deserved recognition as one of Devon’s top tourist attractions, by winning a Bronze award at the prestigious Devon Tourism Awards, held at Highbullen Hotel Golf & Country Club in North Devon.

Seaton Wetlands picked up its Bronze award in the Small Attraction of the Year category, alongside fellow Bronze winner Torre Abbey Museum, while Quince Honey Farm won Silver and Stuart Line Cruises were awarded Gold.

‘’Everyone at East Devon District Council is delighted that Seaton...

Top last-minute Christmas gifts to keep in mind this year

Christmas always seems to sneak up on us at the last minute. Perhaps you forgot to give your aunt a gift, or perhaps you have just been so busy with work and social engagements that you have fallen woefully behind on the Christmas gift shopping. Either way, if you are facing the last minute Christmas gift panic, take a step back and relax. There are so many great gift ideas out there that you can pick up that won’t seem like a last-minute gift at all. They are easy, sentimental, and perfect for your loved ones:

A Handmade Decoration

Getting a beautiful handmade or unique...

Teignbridge green fingers help Buckfastleigh community garden blossom

A Buckfastleigh community garden will blossom in spring thanks to a conservation event led by Teignbridge District Council’s Green Spaces team and with help from pupils from Buckfastleigh Primary School.

Daffodil bulbs have been planted at Buckfastleigh’s Duckspond Recreation Ground and come Spring will be ready to flower alongside 500 Crocus Corns which have been donated by members from the Rotary Club of Ashburton/Buckfastleigh. In a show of community effort, help in sowing the seeds also came from school Governors, Ideverde grounds maintenance contractors, and Rotarians....

Technology and Art Combined: Can it Work?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 12/06/2018 - 5:55am

Technology has always impacted different art forms. With the recent improvements in technology, especially mobiles and portable computers, its time we discuss how robots and computers are contributing to improving our art. To explain things better, following we are bringing some rather interesting cases. Continue and read till the end.

Stream Live Performances

Many online services are offering a live stream from opera houses. The Opera Enthusiasts are glad that technology is making opera more accessible for everyone. There are many examples of technologies that tried to...

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