Local homebuilder Barratt David Wilson Homes Exeter is proud to announce a £1,500 donation to the Charlie Duignan Foundation, a new local charity dedicated to honouring the memory of eight-year-old Charlie Duignan by promoting environmental education and beach conservation through Charlie's Beach School.
Charlie's parents, Yvette and David, established the foundation as a living legacy in which to share Charlie’s love for the beach and sea with as many people as possible. The Charlie Duignan Foundation became a registered charity in April 2024.
Luck and randomness permeate almost every aspect of our lives. From the moment we wake up, we encounter countless random events that influence our decisions, relationships, and successes. While some may consider luck a mystical concept, randomness is grounded in science and probability. In this article, we'll explore how randomness works, the role of luck, and how we can learn to make the most of life's unpredictable nature.
The Science Behind Randomness
Randomness is the lack of predictability in an event or outcome. In mathematics, randomness is analyzed through the lens of...
InExeter is excited to announce that the final Fore Street Flea of 2024, scheduled for Sunday, 17 November , will mark the 25th edition of this cherished community event.
First launched in 2016, the Fore Street Flea has become a highlight of Exeter’s annual calendar, transforming the lively Fore Street into a bustling marketplace. Visitors can expect an eclectic mix of stalls, offering everything from vintage clothing and bric-a-brac to handmade crafts, original artwork, and mouth-watering food and drink. With live entertainment adding to the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, the...
Barchester’s Cumberland Grange care home, in Exeter, was a den of ghoulish activity as the home’s spooky Halloween Party got in to full swing.
Residents and staff got in to the spirit of things by decorating the home and creating Halloween decorations, icing spooky biscuits and cupcakes prepared by the home’s chef, painting pumpkins and hosting a party with live music, bubbles and nibbles.
General Manager, Beth cackled: “Our staff and residents love any excuse for a party! The home looks fantastic with all the decorations and our head chef did us proud with lots of...
Bruton Knowles, the independent national chartered surveyor firm, has announced the acquisition of Haarer Goss , a well-established commercial property management firm based in Exeter. This strategic acquisition expands Bruton Knowles’ footprint and service offering in the South West and plays a role in the firm’s growth plans for the region.
Haarer Goss, founded in 1961, has built a strong reputation in Exeter, delivering high-quality commercial property management services to clients in the area. With the acquisition, Bruton Knowles aims to integrate its broader range of...
Isca Academy in Exeter, part of the Ted Wragg Trust family of schools, have selected their house charities for this academic year.
Each year the students get to vote on what charities they want to fundraise for and this year all the selections are local. Inviting students to make this choice gives them ownership and it provides a meaning and a relevance to the students' fundraising efforts as part of our local community. Apollo House will be fundraising for Dream-A-Way, the charity has been making a difference to Devon’s children and adults with disabilities since 1993. They...
Come and join local potter Caroline Davis at Seaton Wetlands on Sunday 1 December from 10.30 to 12.30 to make a baby hand or foot clay imprint. Book a 10 minute slot between 10.30 to 12.30. Great for presents or as a beautiful lasting memento for you to keep. The prints only take minutes to make in soft clay, you choose the colour glaze and the wording and Caroline will do the rest! After drying, glazing and firing your keepsakes will be ready to collect from Seaton Wetlands in about 3 weeks (postage can be arranged for an additional cost). Recommended to wear old clothes. Hand & Foot...
Next year, Exeter will be celebrating the 60th anniversary of being twinned with Bad Homburg in Germany.
The town of Bad Homburg lies at the foot of the Taunus mountains, about a 15 minute drive north-west of Frankfurt. It is a beautiful spa town with a castle and splendid woodland surroundings.
It is considered to be one of the wealthiest towns in Germany and it is best known for its mineral springs and spa and most importantly, for its Casino. The Casino in Bad Homburg (Spielbank Bad Homburg) was established over 175 years ago and is one of the oldest and most famous...
As the world moves toward a technology-driven future, industries continually evolve through advancements in competitive tech. These innovations, from artificial intelligence (AI) to renewable energy solutions, are not just improving current systems but reshaping entire sectors. This article explores some of the most influential technologies impacting today, with insights into how they might drive the future.
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are at the forefront of technology, affecting the healthcare, finance, and...
Come and join local potter Caroline Davis at Seaton Wetlands on Saturday 30th November from 10.30-12.30 to paint your own special personalised ceramic Christmas decorations.
Caroline will bring a range of unglazed bisque decorations, including Christmas trees, stars, bells etc. and will show you how to use pottery underglazes to decorate your own stunning creations! Your creations will then be taken away to dry and be kiln fired. The glazed decorations will be ready to collect from Seaton Wetlands 1 week later (postage can be arranged for an additional cost). Cost £30.00 per...
