Devon pumpkin carvers urged to join the #PumpkinRescue

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/30/2019 - 11:53am

The environmental charity Hubbub and Recycle Devon are urging Devon's pumpkin carvers to join the biggest #PumpkinRescue yet.

#PumpkinRescue is a campaign that aims to reduce food waste during the popular holiday season. This year, Hubbub and Recycle Devon are launching Devon’s biggest ever #PumpkinRescue. Families attending Halloween events at Devon’s top attractions will find a fantastic wealth of information about cooking pumpkin recipes with their carvings and avoiding wasting leftovers.

Halloween is now Britain’s third biggest commercial holiday, after Christmas and...

307 Squadron Project: ‘Lest We Forget’

Authored by NEWTOWN
Posted: Wed, 10/30/2019 - 11:22am

307 Squadron Project invites you to Exeter’s Guildhall for the special event ‘Lest We Forget’. It will take place between 15-16 November 2019, 10:00-16:00 to remember the Polish 307 Squadron. This event also marks the 75th anniversary of D-Day, by commemorating Poles who took part in D-Day.

The ‘Lest We Forget’ includes:

The story of the Polish 307 Squadron.

The History of Exeter Airport where 307 Squadron were based from 1941-1943.

‘The Polish D-Day Story’ exhibition which shows the role of the Polish military during D-Day.

Meeting with authors of...

Four reasons you should train your employees

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Wed, 10/30/2019 - 10:52am

You’ve got your business up and running, and it’s going well. You’ve got a number of experts in their field in, too, so you know those teams are in safe hands. If they know all there is to know, they don’t need any training - right?

Wrong! You need to make sure your staff are up to date with the latest developments and practices. This will help your business both in the short- and long-term, even if you think it seems like an unnecessary expense. Here are just some of the reasons why you should invest in employee training and development.

1 Your company will be more...

Using Natural Materials In Sustainable Home Design

A new network of linked villages with Garden Communities status is being proposed in East Devon. The bid would form part of the Liveable Exeter vision to build 12,000 new homes in Exeter over the next 20 years, and has already been approved by the council. Garden communities are housing developments consisting of well-designed homes built to create sustainable and vibrant communities. With the use of renewable materials, the sustainable housing addresses the problems of climate change and encourages green living, a current trend in housing that is inspiring both builders and designers. The...

New homes vs old homes – Which property should you buy?

Buying your first home or even buying a new home is a huge undertaking and it can sometimes be difficult to even know where to start. Location is often the key factor and then the space itself, and the number of bedrooms you need to follow.

However, there is also the decision about whether you want to invest in a brand new build or an older house. Both have their pros and cons, and you may already have your preference in your mind, but that being said, it is important that you consider both types of homes before deciding.

Here are the main advantages and disadvantages of...

Four creative ways to boost brand awareness

Making people aware of your brand is probably one of the most important jobs a business has to do in order to be a success, that, and having a product or service that customers actually want or need.

However, it can be tricky to find new and exciting ways to get your brand out there, because no business wants to be seen as boring and unimaginative.

Here are four creative strategies that you can apply to your business to boost your brand, and ensure that your business continues to thrive.

Seize social media with both hands

If you are not already embracing...

‘Lest We Forget’

Event Date: 
15/11/2019 - 10:00am to 16/11/2019 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Guildhall
307 Squadron Project invites you to Exeter’s Guildhall for the special event ‘Lest We Forget’. It will take place between 15-16 November 2019, 10:00-16:00 to remember the Polish 307 Squadron. This event also marks the 75th anniversary of D-Day, by commemorating Poles who took part in D-Day. The ‘Lest We Forget’ includes: The story of the Polish 307 Squadron. The History of Exeter Airport where 307 Squadron were based from 1941-1943. ‘The Polish D-Day Story’ exhibition which shows the role of the Polish military during D-Day. meeting with authors of the graphic novel ‘Dog Fight: Airdogs’ and...

DISNEY ON ICE… 100 years of magic 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/29/2019 - 8:05pm

From the moment those iconic ears of Mickey and Minnie Mouse entered the Westpoint Arena we were all captivated... writes Elle Perrett-Thomas .

I relived childhood memories seeing the show through the eyes of my six-year-old daughter, who was sitting beside me with huge anticipation and excitement along with her friend and mummy who were equally as thrilled.

We watched as years of un-paralleled storytelling unfolded on the ice.

From Donald Duck and Goofy to Finding Nemo and Toy Story there was a real mix of modern and classic Disney tales, all beautifully told and...

New simplified planning lead for Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone

East Devon District Council has appointed Frances Wadsley as Simplified Planning Project Manager for the Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone.

Frances will bring forward Local Development Orders (LDOs) on four key sites in the Enterprise Zone: Exeter Science Park, Skypark, AirPark and Cranbrook town centre. The LDOs will make the planning process simpler and quicker, stimulating investment in the sites.

A simplified planning regime is a key part of an Enterprise Zone designation. It helps to encourage economic development and investment by improving the speed and...

Burns Night

Event Date: 
23/01/2020 - 7:00pm to 11:30pm
Venue: 
Huntsham Court, Huntsham, Exeter, EX16 7NA

Enjoy a traditional supper, dance a cèilidh and ponder Robert Burns’ “Address to a Haggis”, read by esteemed bagpiper Paul Jackson, all in the stunning surroundings of Huntsham Court.

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