More than 2,000 hours of extra police patrols across Devon and Cornwall have resulted in 62 arrests during the first quarter of a hotspot policing initiative. The scheme, which launched in May this year, aims to tackle anti-social behaviour (ASB) and serious violence.
Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez secured £1 million of Home Office funding to deliver additional police and street marshal patrols. Crime data was used to identify hotspots in 13 towns and cities across the peninsula.
In its first quarter, the initiative delivered 2,104 additional hours of...
Retail has undergone a turbulent couple of years. Brick-and-mortar stores suffered drastic dips in sales during the pandemic, while thousands of newer businesses failed to launch in troubling economic times.
However, there are several reasons to be optimistic for the future if you’re in the retail industry. Technology is advancing at an accelerated pace, and its utility in retail is growing by the year. 76% of retailers upped their usage of digital technology as a result of the pandemic, and this is driving more innovations.
Ever wondered how your favorite celebrities always manage to look effortlessly chic? One word—sunglasses. Whether it's shielding their eyes from the paparazzi's flashbulbs or making a bold fashion statement, celebrities have a way of making sunglasses an essential part of their look. In this post, we’ll explore the latest celebrity-inspired sunglasses trends that you can easily incorporate into your style. From the shapes and colors dominating the red carpet to the iconic looks of stars past and present, get ready to elevate your eyewear game.
The acting world is abuzz as World Monologue Games, the premier event for monologue performers, returns for its eagerly awaited fifth season.
The global event attracts top talent from over 100 countries and is often referred to as “the Olympics for Actors”. Among the performers through to this year’s Europe and North America Regional Finals is Emily Barber, a 12-year-old from Exeter. Emily, who previously won the Cygnet Theatre’s Exeter Monologue Competition, will be showcased alongside over 250 other actors where she will be judged by heads of international acting schools,...
Devon-based Taylor Wimpey staff joined thousands of others across the region as they took to their bikes on Cycle to Work Day on 1st August 2024.
Employees at the housebuilder’s head office in Exeter did their commute by bicycle, helping to keep traffic from the roads and cut emissions. Whilst some participating cyclists are based not too far from their workplace, others came from further afield - with one making the 13-mile trek along the scenic River Exe National Cycle Route from Dawlish.
Sustainable travel is a priority for Taylor Wimpey and many of the housebuilder’s...
Pupils from Repton School, Derbyshire, have secured offers to study medicine, veterinary medicine, and dentistry from leading universities. Cambridge, Edinburgh, Bristol, and Exeter are amongst the prestigious universities to offer the Sixth Form pupils places .
Repton is well-renowned for its exceptional academic outcomes and higher education success. In 2023, around 60% of A Level pupils secured their first-choice place at Russell Group universities. Overseas destinations for leavers included Princeton, Cornell, and other Ivy League colleges in the U.S.
The UK will become the first country in the world to have a national programme that uses the same vaccine to protect both newborns and older adults against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
The rollout, which will start from 1 September in England, includes both a vaccine for pregnant women over 28 weeks to help protect their newborn babies, a routine programme for those over 75, and a one-off campaign for people aged 75 to 79. These are the groups at the greatest risk from RSV, based on advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation .
Exeter residents have a keen interest in staying updated with the latest casino news , especially when it comes to bingo. With the rapidly changing landscape of online gaming, it's crucial to know where to find reliable information. This article will guide you on how to keep abreast of the newest developments in the casino sector.
Staying informed about the latest casino news is essential for avid bingo players in Exeter. The digital age has brought about a plethora of changes in the gaming industry, and keeping up can be quite a challenge. Fortunately, there are several...
There are currently two sides to the ongoing war in Ukraine. One involves the rather static trench battles that are often reminiscent of the stalemates that occurred during the First World War. The other is associated with a rapid adoption of technological innovations on both sides; one of the most important being associated with the use of FPV (first-person view) drones. Why are these seemingly innocuous gadgets changing the face of modern warfare? Fiction Becomes Reality First and foremost, a tactical drone with autonomous capabilities can loiter overhead for extended periods of time....
An all-action sports club that attracts members ranging from ten years old to 52 is just one of more than 120 good causes in Exeter that are benefitting from ticket sales for a community lottery.
Exeter City Ultimate Frisbee likes nothing better than to let fly with a perfectly propelled disc.
Yet the club, which began in 2019, is always looking for ways to raise funds to keep the club going.
So when Exeter Community Lottery started out in 2023, the Club jumped at the chance to get involved.
When people play the weekly lottery they have a chance to...
