Devon in Sight, the county’s leading sight loss charity is hosting their second County Sight Loss Conference at the Mercure Rougemont Hotel, Exeter on Tuesday 10th September.
Devon in Sight have been supporting people with little or no sight in the county since 1925. The charity offers a range of holistic services for anyone affected by sight loss including their families, carers and friends across Devon.
Devon in Sight’s Chief Executive Officer Grahame Flynn said, “We are delighted to be hosting our conference at the Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel again this year in...
Two critical mistakes can deal a massive blow to your manicure goals - using substandard cosmetic products or applying high-quality products the wrong way. In the case of builder gels, most people are guilty of the latter.
Fortunately, you don’t have to be a professional manicurist to apply builder gel correctly. We’ve rounded up the five most common builder gel manicure mistakes and how to avoid them.
What Is Builder Gel?
Gel polish, commonly known simply as gel, is a thin layer of polish applied on the nails to help strengthen them and encourage their growth. Most gels...
Devon boasts some of the UK's finest golf courses. You'll find stunning links layouts along the coast and picturesque inland tracks set among rolling hills. The county is home to three of the UK and Ireland's top 100 courses, all of which are links-style.
According to golfbreaksportugal.com Golf in Devon offers something for players of all skill levels. From the historic Royal North Devon, England's oldest golf course, to modern designs, you're spoilt for choice. Saunton Golf Club is a standout, with both its East and West courses highly rated.
Dental pain is a widespread issue affecting many people at some point in their lives. This discomfort can vary from mild and occasional to intense and persistent. Identifying the causes of dental pain is crucial for effective treatment and prevention. In this blog, we'll examine the primary reasons behind dental pain and provide guidance on how to manage it.
Tooth Decay
Tooth decay, one of the most common causes of dental pain, occurs when plaque—a sticky layer of bacteria—accumulates on the teeth and produces acids that damage the enamel. This process creates cavities or holes...
Working in small spaces presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to storing and using power tools. Whether you’re tackling a DIY project in a compact workshop or working in a small apartment, keeping your workspace organized and efficient is crucial. This article explores strategies for managing power tools in limited spaces and highlights how these strategies are successfully implemented in Exeter, featuring popular brands like DeWalt .
Understanding the Challenges of Small Spaces
Small workspaces, such as those found in apartments or compact workshops, often face...
Exeter Chiefs have signed loosehead prop Kwenzo Blose to add depth to the forward pack ahead of the 2024/25 season.
The nimble front rower, who is a former South African Under 20, moves to the Northern Hemisphere from United Rugby Championship side, DHL Stormers.
Settling into Devon following a pre-season spent with Chiefs, Blose is excited to add to the Chiefs shirt and take to the field with his new teammates.
“I’m really excited to join the Chiefs and I’m looking forward to contributing as much as I can to the club’s success.
Exeter Chiefs have added powerful centre and former Junior All Black, Tamati Tua to their ranks ahead of the 2024/25 season.
The talented New Zealander makes the switch to the Gallagher Premiership from Australian Super Rugby side, ACT Brumbies for whom he made 31 appearances and scored five tries.
The pacey centre is looking forward to testing himself in a new league alongside new teammates.
“I’ve always wanted to play overseas, and I had heard good things about the club from coaches and boys that had played in the Premiership before.
Devon County Council is set to expand its network of Youth and Adult Employment Hubs across the county to support people into employment and training.
Working in partnership with four district councils (East Devon, Exeter City, Mid Devon and North Devon), the County Council already has a number of Hubs in operation at Barnstaple Library, Cullompton Library, Exeter Library, and at the Beehive Community Centre in Honiton. Now, two more Hubs are set to open at the Family Hub in Ilfracombe and the Old Heathcoat School Community Centre in Tiverton.
Dogs Trust, the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, has welcomed the new Pet Abduction Act which comes into force this Saturday, 24th August.
From Saturday, anyone found guilty of stealing a dog in England or Northern Ireland will face up to five years in prison, a fine, or both. Previously, despite the very distressing nature of having a dog stolen, pet theft has not been a specific crime and has instead been treated in the same way as the theft of household items such as phones and bikes.
Under the new Pet Abduction Act, dogs and cats are no longer treated as inanimate...
Residents at Cumberland Grange in Exeter celebrated National Allotment Week which took place from 12-18 August. Founded by the National Allotment Society in 2002, National Allotment Week is a way of raising awareness about allotments and the role they play in helping people to live healthier lifestyles, grow their own food, develop friendships and bolster communities.
The theme for this year’s National Allotment Week is celebrating biodiversity on UK allotments. Residents found out about all kinds of useful and informative topics about biodiversity including introducing...
