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The phrase ‘a stitch in time saves nine’ could not be further from the truth for a group of dedicated National Trust volunteers who have spent 5,200 hours sewing life into old chairs. The group, from Killerton House, has been sewing individual tapestries into 16 chairs since January last year and are coming to the end of the momentous project just as Killerton celebrates National Volunteers Week. This year, the House has been reinterpreted to tell the story of how the Acland family gave away their home for the benefit of the nation and the volunteers have carried the thread of the story by...

La La Choirs are delighted to announce that the Headline Sponsor for this year’s CLIC for Christmas fundraising concert is Apple Central Taxis Exeter.

Steve Screech, General Manager of Apple Taxis Exeter, said: “As Exeter's biggest taxi company, Apple Taxis are at the core of the community and are pleased to be able to work with La La Choirs to support this very worthwhile cause."

“Between April 1st and November 30th (8 months), Apple Taxis will be donating 10p for every booking we receive from all Exeter and surrounding area hotels, so as to raise money for this fantastic...

If you’ve got a big family or you are frequently taking passengers in your car, you want to make sure that the car you choose is going to be comfortable. Also, if you need good boot space to store equipment or luggage in on a regular basis, then you will be looking for a vehicle that allows you to do this with the lowest amount of hassle.

SUVs and 4x4s are a great option based on these requirements, but they are fast becoming popular based on their design and not just for the practicalities. If you are thinking about getting your next vehicle then here are some of the best SUVs...

Stallholders are wanted for the Beacon Heath Summer Fete on Saturday June 24 - 12noon until 3pm at St James School.

There will be lots of family entertainment, children’s games and a hot dog stall.

The Beacon Community Centre and the Beacon Nursery will also be opening their doors with lots of family fun.

We want to involve the whole community in celebrating the area in which we live.

We’re looking for stallholders selling jewellery, toys, crafts, food, books, hair accessories, sweets, bags and plants.

So, if you live locally and want to sell your...