Exeter College has been announced as one of only 12 colleges in the UK to be a Microsoft Showcase College, and the first in Devon.
Microsoft showcase colleges are a global network of colleges ‘engaged in innovative change to improve teaching and learning’.
With the support and guidance of Microsoft, showcase colleges create immersive and inclusive experiences that inspire lifelong learning, stimulating development of essential life skills so students are empowered to achieve more.
Anthony Martin, ICT Innovation Officer, Exeter College, said: "Becoming a Microsoft...
Children have the chance to explore a festive wonderland and meet Father Christmas this December by visiting multi award-winning holiday park, Cofton Holidays.
Based near the pretty coastline of Dawlish Warren, Cofton Holidays is hosting Father Christmas and his hard-working elves at its very own magical grotto. He will be welcoming children on Saturday 8th and 15th December, 11am-1pm and 2pm-5pm, and Sunday 9th and 16th December between 11am-1pm and 3pm-5pm.
Well-behaved boys and girls can tell Father Christmas all about what they would like for Christmas and post their...
Are you a millennial? Maybe you’re Generation Z? Wherever you fall age-wise, it’s likely that you’re renting with friends or in a house share right now.
Should you have ambitions to leave your rental and own your own home, it might be a while before you can afford it. In fact, according to recent research by UK Finance, the average age of first-time buyers in the UK currently stands at age 30, which is seven years older than in 1960 and. On average, deposits are topping the £20,000 mark, too.
But what are the factors that are affecting first-time buyers in 2018? If you’re...
Are you a millennial? Maybe you’re Generation Z? Wherever you fall age-wise, it’s likely that you’re renting with friends or in a house share right now.
Should you have ambitions to leave your rental and own your own home, it might be a while before you can afford it. In fact, according to recent research by UK Finance, the average age of first-time buyers in the UK currently stands at age 30, which is seven years older than in 1960 and. On average, deposits are topping the £20,000 mark, too.
But what are the factors that are affecting first-time buyers in 2018? If you’re...
Community Fund seeks applications for energy saving and fuel poverty projects
Exeter, Devon, December 6, 2018. This year, Exeter Community Energy (ECOE) has enabled talented kids to brighten Exeter High Street with their busking – and now we want to help more groups. With funds earned from our clean electricity generation, ECOE’s Community Fund is energising local groups in Exeter and East Devon, with £4,100 now available. This fund is available for local community groups to apply for financing for projects that help to save energy and/or ease fuel poverty. Full application...
More and more governing bodies are assessing the role and impact of vehicles in city centres, with many pushing for pedestrianisation.
In a recent poll , 52% of Bath Live readers voted in favour of the pedestrianisation of Bath city centre, in the aim to improve air quality. However, 30% were sceptical, worrying that limited access would have a negative impact on city centre trade.
Despite relevant arguments for both sides of the debate, many European cities are adopting pedestrianisation. The Mayor Of Paris has announced plans to do just this to the centre of the capital....
Over 500 items of food have been donated by Exeter businesses to support local families this Christmas. The generous companies made the donations in aid of the Exeter Foodbank at an event staged by NatWest at the city’s Cookery School recently. Last year more than 5,500 people, including 1,610 children, needed to use the foodbank, which was launched in 2008 to help people affected by financial crisis. In just two years the average number of people using the service each week has doubled to 180 and staff say this likely to increase to over 200 in 2019. Over 100 companies attended the event...
WALKERS, hikers, climbers and families from Devon are being asked to come out in force to help clear litter and tidy-up at a popular beauty spot near Exeter next month (January 27, 2018).
Taunton Leisure – Exeter, which is on Fore Street in the city, is organising the litter pick at Chudleigh Rocks (south side) on Sunday, January 27 from 10am until 4pm.
Store Manager, Nick Baron, who is a keen climber, explained: “We’re hoping lots of people from the walking, hiking and climbing community join us for this event, as well as families, and anyone who enjoys the great outdoors...
Your guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (7-9 December):
THEATRE
Jack and the Beanstalk Daily, Exeter Northcott Get ready for the climb of your life this Christmas, as Exeter Northcott Theatre presents a GIANT of a family pantomime. Expect plenty of audience participation, live music and laughs galore. Fee Fi Fo Fum…it’s panto fun for everyone! https://exeternorthcott.co.uk
Alice! Saturday & Sunday, The Blackmore Theatre, Exmouth This is a family orientated version of Alice’s adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-glass. Many of the...
A visit to New York City is an almost compulsory element of any trip to the USA - even if it's just JFK or Newark airport. But visitors often forget that beyond the Big Apple, New York state itself is worth a visit. From spectacular nature to picturesque college towns, here are some of the best places to visit in New York.
Long Island
Located just outside of New York City, Long Island is where the locals go for a break. While some areas, like the Hamptons, are more known for their celebrity visitors and expensive restaurants, Long Island is dotted with small, picturesque...
