Being prepared for any situation when you're on the road is important. Keeping certain safety essentials in your vehicle at all times can get you out of a bind or even save lives. Here are five key safety items every driver should have handy:
1. First Aid Kit
A first aid kit is a no-brainer for your car. Make sure to keep it stocked with bandages, gauze, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment, medical tape, scissors, pain relievers, etc. You never know when you or a passenger may get injured either inside or outside of the vehicle. Having a first aid kit allows you to clean and...
Topsham Museum has announced its first-ever patron - Charles Courtenay, 19th Earl of Devon.
The Earl lives on the opposite shore of the Exe Estuary from Topsham, on the Powderham estate that has belonged to his family since 1325. He now runs this as an environmental heritage enterprise, sustainably managing the ancient land and buildings for social benefit.
He has been an active supporter of the Topsham community and its Museum for many years.
In August 2016 he took part in the first of the modern era ’Charter Day’ celebrations in Topsham, arriving by boat from...
For the past nine months, Lisa Moore has been performing as Acting Chief Executive of the DCAA.
The Board of Trustees, on behalf of the Association, has been closely monitoring the temporary structure and is delighted to announce that Lisa will officially take up the reins as full-time Chief Executive with immediate effect.
Andy Gray, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at DCAA, commented on the appointment: “Having compared and discussed alternative options, the Board has decided that Lisa is the most suitable candidate for the role. Over the period, she has demonstrated...
Pupils and staff at Exwick Heights Primary School , part of the Ted Wragg Trust are delighted to be the very first school to have taken up the challenge of providing Exeter Foodbank with some artwork for their new home in Cowick Street.
Members of the Art Club at the school put brushes to paper and created some colourful paintings for the foodbank to put on display. The foodbank’s new venue is brilliant but with white walls and grey floors throughout, it did need some cheering up!
Exwick Heights has a thriving Art Club and places a real focus on creative, as well as...
Mike Prowse of Exeter Devon is Stagecoach South West’s longest serving driver having signed up to a lifetime on the buses back in August 1962. He celebrates his 62nd, and final, year working for Stagecoach this September, connecting thousands of passengers to their destinations across the South West.
Mike’s long service and dedication to Stagecoach was celebrated at The Exeter Bus Station on the 9th of September, where Mike finished his last ever shift. After finishing his last drive on the 2 route, his first ever route driven as a bus driver, Mike was greeted with a party at...
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, creatives have never had a better time to turn their passion into profit. Thanks to innovations like print-on-demand (POD) services, artists, designers, and entrepreneurs are no longer held back by the costs and complexities of traditional manufacturing. Instead, they can bring their ideas to life and share them with the world, all while avoiding inventory risks or upfront investments. Among the top POD providers , numerous platforms enable creatives to produce custom products quickly, and the benefits of these services are clear—more...
Since the integration of Zoom with Salesforce was first announced in 2015, Zoom has reached 300 million daily users, with 89% using the platform for work. It makes Salesforce Zoom integration an excellent tool for businesses looking to streamline communication with clients and team members.
But what makes this integration transformative? Imagine having all your communication tools and client data seamlessly connected, allowing you to make informed decisions with speed and precision. This integration enhances your response times and productivity and elevates the client experience...
Local Google reviews have a direct impact on SEO. Google's complex algorithm determines how local businesses are ranked and factors in positive and negative customer reviews. Unsurprisingly, Google uses reviews to decide which companies to display to its searchers. Google tacitly acknowledged the link between reviews and SEO.
Followerzoid is well known as a backlinks, & social media services provider, also known as a Seo company, by giving their most precious services of Google reviews. This helps businesses & websites optimize their Seo rating in front of Google. They...
Hotel Indigo Exeter proudly announces the appointment of Mahesh Jay as its new General Manager, marking a strategic move to strengthen its leadership team following the hotel’s transition to Focus Hotels management in December 2023. With 26 years of industry experience, Mahesh is set to elevate the hotel’s position in Exeter’s competitive market, driving growth and enhancing guest experiences.
Situated in the heart of Exeter’s city centre, Hotel Indigo Exeter is known for its boutique charm, local connections, and premium offerings, including Becketts Rooftop Bar , Colson’s...
Every summer, Blue Cross in Devon sees a rise in the number of unwanted and abandoned kittens arrive at the animal rehoming centre. Some have been abandoned by their mothers and left to fend for themselves and others who were an unplanned litter that owners cannot care for.
Without their mother, young kittens need round-the-clock care and hand feeding every few hours until they are strong enough. Some kittens arrive needing urgent vet care, suffering from flea anaemia which makes them extremely weak, can lead to blindness if left untreated and even death.
