An award-winning illusionist from Torbay is promising a magical time for all when she launches new exercise classes for older people and those with limited mobility.
Anne George, who performed on stage for more than 40 years as Anna Merlina and who is also a trained choreographer and actor, is one of the newest instructors to complete training in Devon for endorsed training provider Move It or Lose It, which offers exercise pioneering programmes for the over 60s.
However, the 62-year-old, who teaches dance to children as young as six and runs exercise classes for people in...
Gambling games are equally fun, exciting, and may be lucrative if it is played with serious strategies and effective techniques. Although it is widely grown, all players don’t know how to gamble in the right way. Some of them just randomly choose an online casino, make a deposit, select their favourite games, and start playing. Nonetheless, gambling can also be a source of incomes if it is associated with certain systems.
It is undeniable that nothing is guaranteed in gambling but you can at least try your luck to attempt your objectives. Whether you are a newcomer or an...
Motorists travelling from Topsham to Exeter are being urged to allow extra time for their journey over the next four weeks due to urgent repairs being carried out on an unstable wall in Station Road.
From Sunday (7 October) the city-bound lane of Station Road, Topsham, will be closed to enable essential repairs to get underway on a Grade 2 listed wall next to the road. The structure is at risk of collapse and work is expected to take around four weeks to complete. During the initial stages of the scheme, the lane closure will coincide with ongoing utility connection work in nearby...
Exeter City drew 2-2 against Yeovil Town at Huish Park in Sky Bet League Two.
Despite going ahead through Jayden Stockley in the first half, the home side went in front through Jordan Green and Alex Fisher before Stockley headed home on 75 minutes to level things.
Matt Taylor made two changes to the side that beat Stevenage 1-0 in midweek as Lee Martin and Jordan Tillson came into the side to face the Glovers.
Despite the home side seeing more of the ball early on, it was the Grecians who would get the game’s first goal on nine minutes when Hiram Boateng got in down...
A new book aiming to help people who struggle with their mental health is now being crowdfunded. Riding the Storms is a compilation of stories, poems, photography and artwork created by people who are reflecting on, and even embracing, the pain of their mental suffering.
This book has been made possible through the support of Recovery Devon, but has been developed and driven by writers and artists passionate about its importance.
Recovery Devon, a community interest company supported by Devon Partnership NHS Trust, aims to give a greater say in their own recovery to people...
Be a crafty cook at our free half-term making days with activities for all ages, based on the current exhibition, 'Plate Up'. Have fun modelling faux food for a spooky banquet… it may look good enough to eat - but don’t dare try it! FREE, drop-in. No need to book. 10.30am-12.30 & 1.30-4pm both days.
Materials provided, donations welcomed. Under 12’s supervised please.
Part of the Family Arts and Family Learning Festival.
This half term, join us at the Devon Guild Craft centre on 25th and 26th October for free family fun!. Become a crafty cook at our free making days with activities for all ages, based on the current exhibition, 'Plate Up'. Have fun modelling faux food for a spooky banquet… it may look good enough to eat - but don’t dare try it! Materials provided, donations welcomed. Under 12’s supervised please. Part of the Family Arts and Family Learning Festival.
Europe awaits for Rob Baxter and his Exeter Chiefs side, but they will head into this season’s Champions Cup brimming with confidence after a nigh-on perfect performance so far in this season’s Gallagher Premiership.
Six wins from six, 29 points out of a possible 30, Devon’s finest are in decent shape as they brace themselves for upcoming heavyweight match-ups against Munster and Castres.
Ahead of those meetings, however,they first had to overcome the stiff challenge of local rivals Bath on their own turf.
For much of Exeter’s early existence in English rugby’s top...
After an undergoing an extensive refurbishment this summer, Exeter Phoenix’s main gallery spaces have reopened with a key exhibition from internationally acclaimed artist Tania Kovats. Tania Kovats’ exhibition Troubled Waters features new and recent work focusing on the issue of coral bleaching. Kovats is best known for producing sculptures, large-scale installations and drawings which explore ideas of landscape. Works exhibited in this show reflect on the critical state of coral reefs around the world and what this means for both the health of the seas and the security of the human...
Tackling congestion and accessibility, promoting active and healthy lifestyles, and building great neighbourhoods have been identified as the key priorities for Exeter City Council in its Corporate Plan for the next three years. As well as setting out how the Council will address these immediate priorities, the Corporate Plan also highlights an emerging vision for Exeter in 2040, stating: “By the time they are an adult, a child born in Exeter today will live in a city that is inclusive, healthy and sustainable – a city where the opportunities and benefits of prosperity are shared and all...
