Police appeal after Sidmouth burglary

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/25/2017 - 6:27pm

Police are investigating a burglary at a property on Mill Street in Sidmouth which occurred between 9.30pm on Monday 21 August and 8am on Tuesday 22 August 2017.

The offender has entered the property through a window and taken several items before exiting through the same window.

DC Steve Harrington from Honiton CID said: “We are seeking witnesses to a burglary and appealing to anyone who may have been offered the following items: Bose loud speakers with serial number 060637PU3U20U34A2, a black Samsung Galaxy S6 Mobile phone serial number 35431/08/524367/0. Other items...

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How to Plan Your Wedding For Yourselves not Your Guests

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/25/2017 - 3:30pm

Planning a wedding can be daunting for both the bride and groom-to-be. Not only is it a day for you to express your love for one another and become husband and wife, but it is a celebration you want to pull off flawlessly for your guest’s behalf. With a wedding comes stress and the notion that you must make everyone happy; yet, this is far from the truth.

Of course, there is nothing wrong with catering to your guests, but the future Mr and Mrs should remember what they want, and ensure they, first and foremost, tailor their wedding to themselves. Here’s how to keep your wedding...

More clarity needed for rural markets post-Brexit

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/25/2017 - 2:45pm

Transaction based price index slips for a third successive report Headline demand continues to decline but conditions vary depending on land quality Twelve-month price expectations still negative but only modestly in the South West.

Subdued demand for farmland coupled with falling land prices and a lack of new supply across the rural sector sees calls for more post-Brexit clarity from respondents to the RICS/RAU Rural Land Market Survey H1 2017.

The H1 survey shows demand for farmland continuing to soften across both mixed use and commercial sectors. This marks the fourth...

Exeter School Alumnus film maker seeks funding for film on mental health in boxing

Film producer and 2014 leaver Owain Astles is working on a film which will be premiered at the Exeter Phoenix's Two Short Nights Film Festival on 1st - 2nd December and is keen to seek funding. The Hardest Fight is a short film, commissioned by Exeter Phoenix, which follows a young boxer struggling with depression, in the lead up to their first fight. Director and producer Owain explained that the film was a representation of the parallels of fighting against mental health issues and the physical fight of a boxing match. “As well as the visual narrative, we're planning to use snippets of...

Devon amateur golfer prepares for Audi quattro Cup UK final

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/25/2017 - 12:51pm

Abby Turner, keen golfer from Okehampton, is teeing up for the UK final of the largest amateur golf tournament in the world: the Audi quattro Cup at the Bowood Hotel & Golf Resort in Calne, Wiltshire, on 7 September 2017. Representing Exeter Audi, Abby secured her place in the prestigious UK final with playing partner, Jon Veale. Together, they swung to success at one of the major regional rounds, which took place at Celtic Manor, Newport. The pair now hope to pass the stern test set by Bowood's unforgiving bunkers and undulating greens to claim another victory. To encourage players...

Heavenly Devon Food and Drink Festivals - Ten to try in late Summer and Autumn

From late summer into autumn, South Devon is set to celebrate the region’s extraordinary breath of produce and culinary expertise with a host of fantastic food and drink festivals. From mussels, oysters and crab, to epic cider and beer festivals, South Devon has it all. So, if you’re factoring in a foodie foray between now and the end of October here are ten tasty treats to whet your appetite, courtesy of Visit South Devon. Yum!

1. Rails & Ales Festival, 25th-28th August, South Devon Railway

There can be few more picturesque ale and cider festivals than the South Devon...

Research reveals how altered brain networks can lead to seizures, offering new treatment strategies for epilepsy

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/25/2017 - 11:42am

An international team of scientists, led by mathematicians from the University of Exeter’s Living Systems Institute, have developed a ground-breaking new method that can identify regions of brain tissue most likely to generate seizures in people with epilepsy.

The innovative new method, which utilizes mathematical modelling, offers the potential to complement existing clinical approaches and could lead to enhanced surgical outcomes.

The new research is published in leading scientific journal, PLOS Computational Biology on August 17 2017.

Epilepsy, which affects...

The Renting Minefield Part IV

Wednesday 18 October, 5.30pm to 8.30pm, Flybe Training Academy, EX5 2LJ.

A free event open to all landlords, letting agents and anyone interested in renting property offering helpful ‘bite-size’ talks delivered by industry experts including property tax expert, Debbie Franklin.

Free parking and refreshments available.

See link to flyer for more details.

Register for your place now at www.rentingminefield-part3.eventbrite.com

Please contact 01392 265685 or empty.homes@exeter.gov.uk for more information.

Little Legs Walk for The Lullaby Trust this autumn

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 08/24/2017 - 11:18pm

Join the Gro Company for a family fundraiser in Haldon Forest!

Whether you’re pushing a pram, riding on your grown-up’s shoulders, holding tight to a little hand, stomping in puddles or running from tree to tree, join The Gro Company for a fundraising walk and fun day to raise money for The Lullaby Trust.

On the 30th September Devon based nursery brand, The Gro Company, is inviting you to join them for a wild adventure at Haldon Forest. Families, friends, grandparents, carers, brothers, sisters and babies will come together to walk the “Gruffalo Trail”, a gentle 1.5 mile...

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