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Alanis Morissette joined by Pale Waves and The Big Moon for Devon date

Guitar indie-pop band Pale Waves and Mercury-nominated The Big Moon are the latest acts heading to the south Devon countryside for the county’s biggest music event this summer.

The bands are joining the line-up for seven-time GRAMMY Award winning Canadian / American artist Alanis Morissette ’s headline show with special guest musical powerhouse Skunk Anansie at TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham on Friday June 26.

The Devon date is the first of just seven shows Morissette is playing in the UK this year and comes on the heels of her most acclaimed UK shows ever last...

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Cyclists setting off from St James Park in preparation for 670-mile European fundraising pedal

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Posted: Tue, 09/18/2018 - 6:16am

Six men will be embarking on a 670-mile cycle trip across Europe next month, with the help of Exeter City FC, in memory of a friend and to raise much-needed funds and awareness for three charities.

The six cyclists – Steve Christie, Christian Webber, Mark Reece, Pete Wallington, Mark Holmes and Rich Cook – will set off from St James Park on Wednesday and, after catching a ferry from Portsmouth, will then peddle from Le Harve to Munich. They are setting off on their adventure on Wednesday as that is the birthday of their good friend Jason Cloke who, due to a genetic illness called...

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Women Can marathon returns to East Devon in new format

East Devon will again welcome hundreds of runners next year as the UK’s only marathon exclusively for women returns to the county. Entries are open for the third Women Can race on Sunday May 26 2019.

Five-time Olympian Jo Pavey has again thrown her support behind the event, which encourages women to walk, jog or run through some of the region’s most spectacular scenery. Next year’s Women Can event has a new format with three challenges, three start lines and one finish in Sidmouth.

There will be full, half and quarter marathon options available, all predominantly off-road...

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Exeter musician's return to conducting for charity concert in aid of Unicef

A well-known Exeter musician is set to take up his baton again after a fifteen-year break in conducting for a special charity concert in aid of Unicef, the United Nations Children's Fund.

Raymond Calcraft, a lifelong Unicef supporter, was Director of Exeter Philharmonic Choir for fifteen years from 1988 to 2003. He led the Choir in more than 80 concerts in Exeter Cathedral and took them to Spain in 1998 to sing in Madrid's famous Auditorio Nacional and the Cathedral of Salamanca.

"It was extremely sad to have to give up my conducting career in 2003, when I became quite...

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Saving opportunities you can only find online

Everyone loves a good bargain and, thankfully, lots of them can be easily found online. There are all sorts of savings opportunities readily available on the internet that you can never find offline. This is why many of us look online first when keen to get a good deal. You’ll find all sorts of tempting online deals that are worth taking advantage of. Here are just a few saving opportunities you can only find online. Special Deals websites If you want to take a vacation, go to a restaurant or even buy an electrical appliance, chances are you can find a great deal on one of the many special...

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Style InExeter returns to the city for a third year

Shoppers across Exeter will be treated to a week of fabulous fashion and instore events as Style in Exeter returns for its third year from Tuesday 18th until Sunday 23th September.

Hosted by InExeter, the event, which takes place across the whole city, is a celebration of Exeter’s diverse retail offering with many independent shops taking part alongside High Street brand names and department stores. Exeter’s top trend setters can pick up their favourite pieces as showcased throughout the week, with clothing shown available to browse and buy in the city. For more information on the...

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Exeter City riding high at the top of League Two

Exeter City battled to a 2-1 victory over Mansfield Town at the One Call Stadium in Sky Bet League Two.

The Grecians went ahead just after the half hour mark when Dean Moxey curled an exquisite effort in with his right foot, before Nicky Law doubled City’s lead in the second half with a close-range finish.

Tyler Walker then pulled a goal back for the home side, but the Grecians fought well to defend their box and hold onto a big three points on the road.

Matt Taylor made just one change to the side that beat Notts County 5-1 last weekend, with the injured Craig...

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£1 car rentals launched from Devon to London and Birmingham

DriiveMe has announced the launch of one-way car rentals from Devon to London and Birmingham for just £1.

Those looking for a bargain in south Devon can now take advantage of car rentals cheaper than a supermarket meal deal thanks to DriiveMe, the £1 one-way car rental service. Having launched last April with four routes available, DriiveMe has expanded to 35 routes across the UK including rentals from Exeter and Plymouth to Britain’s two biggest cities: London and Birmingham. All routes on DriiveMe are available at just £1– all you need to pay are any tolls and the fuel you use...

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Exeter firm pledges support for city’s young and homeless

Exeter based civil engineering firm, Awcock Ward Partnership (AWP), has pledged support for the city’s young and homeless population by entering employees into this year's Great West Run on behalf of YMCA Exeter.

The local Christian organisation, YMCA, is committed to addressing the needs of young homeless people across Exeter and relies of charitable funds to continue its work.

The long-established Great West Run is taking place on Sunday 14th October and will take runners on a spectacular route of the city with views to enjoy of Stoke Woods and the University campus on...

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New policing arrangement for Teignbridge, Torbay and the South Hams

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Posted: Thu, 09/13/2018 - 10:04am

A new basic police command unit will be introduced, covering Teignbridge, Torbay and the South Hams.

This will take the total number of basic command units across the force up to four. These four key units of policing are Cornwall, Plymouth, South Devon and NEW [North, East and West] Devon.

The introduction of this new management position will allow a greater influence over priorities for the local area and a bigger voice for South Devon within the force.

Taking on the new role is Chief Superintendent Keith Perkin (pictured) who has worked for Devon and Cornwall...

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Rescue Team celebrates 50 years with new exhibition

A new exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team Tavistock section has opened at the National Park Visitor Centre, Princetown.

In November 1967, two army officer cadets (aged 22 and 28) lost their lives after getting caught out by heavy rain and cold wind during an exercise on Dartmoor. In response to this tragedy a volunteer group was set up to help injured walks on Dartmoor. 50 years on, the Tavistock section of Dartmoor Search and Rescue are celebrating their achievements. For the next month at the National Park Visitor Centre in...

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