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Let there be light! Exeter Scientists urging us to Race for Life

This group of researchers from Devon are leading the way in transforming how cancers are detected and treated by harnessing the power of light.

The team, who receive funding through Cancer Research UK, are encouraging people to take part in Race for Life this summer and help fund more life-saving research.

Their innovative use of Raman Spectroscopy, which is based upon the interaction of light with the chemical bonds within a material, is forging a better understanding of treating cancers earlier.

Some of their work centres on patients with oesophageal cancer. A...

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SENISCA secures additional £3.7 million financing to support rapid development of senotherapeutic platform to treat age-related disease

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/19/2024 - 8:11pm

SENISCA, an award-winning biotechnology company developing RNA-based senotherapeutics to treat age-related disease, today announces it has raised an additional £3.7 million in funding. This comprises significant backing from SENISCA’s strong investor base, including Emerging Longevity Ventures, QantX, the R42 Group, Trend Investment Group and Apex Ventures, and investment from new funds including Lifespan Vision Ventures. In addition to the total investor capital raised of £7.1 million to date, SENISCA, through prestigious Innovate UK grants, awards, and commercial relationships, has also...

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Chicken fans queue over 16 hours for Popeyes® Exeter opening

Chicken lovers queued for over 16 hours for the much-anticipated opening of the new Popeyes ® Exeter restaurant on the High Street yesterday morning.

The launch day saw the New Orleans inspired brass band, ‘The Brass Funkeys’, welcoming guests as doors opened to the brand-new space which can seat over 120 people.

Members of the public queued from 6.30pm on Sunday 17th March, over 16 hours before the doors opened, to be the first to get their hands on the famous Popeyes® menu. The queue spanned almost 100 metres down the high street.

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The National Careers Service Southwest partnership with Exeter Library

The National Careers Service Southwest partnership with Exeter Library

The National Careers Service in the Southwest has taken a unique approach to bring careers guidance directly to the community.

A dedicated careers adviser, Sandy, has become a familiar face at the Exeter Library, offering valuable advice and support to individuals at various stages of their career journey. Whether you’re seeking your first job, contemplating a career change, or aiming to enhance your CV through online training courses, the National Careers Service is here to assist.

Exeter Library serves as a hub for community engagement and knowledge.

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Cumberland grange helps hospital radio Exeter celebrate 50 years

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:59pm

In celebration of 50 years, Hospital Radio Exeter recorded their special celebration show from Cumberland Grange Care Home to honour Jo one of Cumberland Granges residents who was one of the very first volunteers to set up and start Hospital Radio Exeter.

Hospital Radio Exeter is the Radio Station for the patients of the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (Wonford) and residents of Care Homes in the Exeter area and is manned completely by volunteers.

Richard and Julia, husband and wife who volunteer each week for the radio station interviewed resident Jo asking her all...

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The power of friendship pushes Andy on London marathon wheelchair challenge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:16pm

The power of friendship is pushing Devon police trainer Andy Elliott in his bid to complete the London marathon in a wheelchair.

Although able-bodied, Andy decided to tackle the 26.2 miles in a standard wheelchair to support his close friend Andrew Russell who was paralysed in a diving accident over 25 years ago.

The 50-year-old Training Course Manager with Devon and Cornwall Police is aiming to raise vital funds to support the charity Spinal Research in its mission to find a cure for paralysis.

Andy was at Exeter University in 1996 when his close friend and...

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West Exe School staff help fundraise for Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:09pm

Staff from West Exe School and the Ted Wragg Trust attended a fundraising quiz for the Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival this month.

The festival this year will run from the 18th to the 22nd of September. As a registered charity, their mission is to celebrate books and their authors and promote the art of writing and the enjoyment of reading in the East Devon community and in other local schools.

Chloe Fox, a Senior Leader at West Exe School and Carrie McMillan, Director at South West Teacher Training and the Ted Wragg Trust Professional Development Lead were invited...

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Devon awarded more than £7m to deliver Electric Vehicle charging points

Devon County Council (DCC) has been awarded more than £7m* of Government funding to support its delivery of thousands of new, publicly accessible, Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points across the county over the next few years.

The capital funding comes from the Department for Transport’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund.

The Fund aims to support the roll-out of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across England, for drivers without off-street parking. and Devon has received one of the largest allocations in the country.

The announcement...

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Hair Devon Free Cuts Thursday

Cutting Through Hard Times: Free Haircuts Thursday in Exeter

Authored by Hair Devon
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 2:48pm

As the cost of living continues to soar, many individuals find themselves facing financial hardships. Recent statistics from January 2024 reveal that 62% of adults are cutting back on non-essentials, 52% have noticed a rise in expenses compared to the previous month, and a staggering 37% are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage.

Verified and updated Cost of living statistics UK January 2024: www.finder.com by Matthew Boyle, edited by Joselle Delos Reyes

  • 62% that’s 6 in 10 people in the UK report to be spending less on non-essentials because of the increase in the
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CareFlex Donates HydroFlex Chair to Vranch House

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 1:05pm

As a thank you and as an appreciation for Vranch House's remarkable work, CareFlex is delighted to announce the donation of a HydroFlex chair.

Vranch House stands at the forefront of promoting and providing essential services for the care, education, training, treatment, and welfare of disabled individuals. The charity goes beyond these core activities by offering valuable assistance to parents and caregivers, recognising and addressing the unique needs of families supporting disabled individuals.

With a primary focus on educating children with physical difficulties from...

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Devon Explorer sets sights on Call of the Loon for unique Scottish sea challenge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 03/17/2024 - 10:58pm

A Devon filmmaker and expedition leader is embarking upon his most ambitious project – attempting to capture the complete soundtrack of every species of Scottish seabird.

Roland Arnison is based on Dartmoor, but has worked around the world, including leading British Exploring Society and Biosphere Expeditions trips to some of the world’s most remote locations and landscapes.

Now, the 53-year-old, is swapping the South West of England for the west coast of Scotland for a three month sea kayaking voyage to attempt to discover and record all 25 species of Scottish seabirds...

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