Worried about hair loss? The next Alopecia UK Roadshow is coming to Exeter  

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/23/2020 - 11:27pm

On Saturday 14th March 2020, Alopecia UK will be hosting a South West of England Regional Roadshow in Exeter at the Mercure Southgate Hotel, EX1 1QF from 1pm-4pm.

Alopecia UK is a small national charity working to improve the lives of those affected by alopecia through aims of support, awareness, research and fundraising.

The South West of England Regional Roadshow will provide an opportunity for those experiencing hair loss to meet people in a similar situation, which can provide a real sense of support and friendship. Local and national businesses offering products and...

Six years in the 100 Best Companies list for leading Devon law firm

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/23/2020 - 10:50pm

A leading Devon law firm has been included in the prestigious Sunday Times 100 Best Companies list for the sixth consecutive year.

At a glittering awards ceremony in London on 20 February 2020, Stephens Scown LLP was ranked at number 74 in the list of 100 best medium sized companies to work for in the UK.

Twenty people from a range of roles across the firm went to the awards ceremony at Battersea Evolution in London to celebrate the result with some of Stephens Scown’s Board members.

“To be ranked among the best employers in the UK for six years in a row is a great...

Tickets now available for family films of the year at Vue Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/23/2020 - 1:38pm

Vue Exeter is encouraging families to round up the crew, grab some snacks and Get Lost in some great upcoming family stories.

The wait is over for fans of Peter Rabbit and his bunny buddies as tickets for the highly awaited sequel, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway are now available. Peter escapes his mischievous reputation and flees the countryside where he runs into an adventure-loving friend of his father’s. James Corden, Rose Byrne and Margot Robbie reprise their roles in this hilarious part-animated journey, based on the stories by Beatrix Potter and at Vue from Friday 21st March...

Stagecoach apprentices are fit for the future

Stagecoach South West reflects on the great success of their bus driver apprenticeship as national apprenticeship week draws to a close.

With 36 apprentices currently on the bus driver apprenticeship programme as well as a number of engineering apprentices at its four locations across Devon, Plymouth and Torbay, the South West are leading the way with some stand out apprentices already in 2020.

The bus driver apprenticeship programme includes workshops with a customer service focus covering all areas from ticket machines to route familiarisation. January’s Apprentice of the...

Four simple steps to wellness

However you define wellness, one thing you can’t deny is our growing obsession with it, in any capacity; which is always a good thing in our humble opinion.

Wellness is a broad spectrum, it’s suggestive and ultimately down to the individual. Your personal journey to wellness will vary to someone else’s. Wellness also doesn’t have to be so over-thought and is really about the smaller scale things in life, we often tend to lose going through the motions.

So what exactly is wellness? The easiest way to some up wellness is taking care of you, from the inside out. Whether that’s...

The long term effects of alcohol abuse

Addiction is a struggle and has harmful effects on those who are suffering from it, as well as the people around them. Like any addiction, it is a hard habit to kick and can consume the victim in ways that they cannot control. In order to help the addicted, we must understand what they are going through and the effect it has on them.

An addiction to alcohol is no different. Because alcohol is so socially accepted, it can be hard to pinpoint when someone has gone so far down the rabbit hole. Also, it is so powerful over the victim that they may find themselves making excuses for...

Northampton Town 2 Exeter City 0: Match report

A first minute opener from Vadaine Oliver and Sam Hoskins’ 80th-minute penalty gave Northampton Town all three points in this Sky Bet League Two encounter.

Manager Matt Taylor reverted back to the side which travelled to Macclesfield Town in City’s previous League Two encounter - but did made one change with Tom Parkes replacing Dean Moxey in central defence.

After just 54 seconds the Grecians, rather unfortunately, found themselves behind as Northampton’s Oliver latched onto a lofted ball over the top of the back three and half-volleyed past Lewis Ward into the top corner...

4 Ways to Rid Your Pet of Fleas

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sat, 02/22/2020 - 4:08pm

If you are a pet owner, you know how much concern fleas are for your pet and your household. Getting rid of this nuisance can be trickier than it seems. One of the hardest things about dealing with infestations on your pet is that it causes your dog or cat a great deal of irritation, and resolving it fast is a priority.

Fleas can be a big problem if left unchecked and unresolved, that is why you should get information about them quickly. Not only is this useful for the well-being of your pet, but it is a good way to keep your home healthy too. Regardless, helping your pet is the...

Things to do in Exeter this Spring

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sat, 02/22/2020 - 3:57pm

Exeter is one of the best cities to visit in the South West. Its distinct charm draws people from across the country every year, and it has a mix of heritage sites, fun attractions and shopping opportunities to enjoy. It’s not the biggest city in the UK in comparison to other popular locations of Bristol and Plymouth. However, it’s packed with things to do and sights to see for people of all ages.

Spring is the perfect time to visit the city, and as the Easter break is also coming up, you’ll find a host of events waiting to be explored.

If you’re visiting the region for a...

First steps taken in bid to become a Net Zero Carbon city

People have been giving their feedback on Exeter's bid to become a Net Zero Carbon city by 2030.

The first community engagement event has taken place in the city. A steady flow of people attended the inaugural drop-in session at The Beacon Community Centre in Beacon Lane.

Families and individuals turned up to discuss the Blueprint for a Net Zero Exeter, and identify the everyday challenges and barriers that must be overcome.

Arts organisation Encounters are hosting a series of community drop-in events across the city during February and March.

On Saturday...

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