Lees wary of Worcester threat

Mitch Lees says Exeter Chiefs are well aware of the threat posed by rivals Worcester Warriors ahead of tomorrow’s Aviva Premiership encounter at Sixways (3pm).

Last Saturday the Midlanders caused something of a stir across the division when they inflicted a rare defeat on reigning champions Saracens – and Lees knows the Chiefs can ill afford to suffer a similar fate as they look to maintain their position within the top three.

Rob Baxter’s side continued their impressive run of Premiership form last time out by sharing out a 35-35 draw with table topping Wasps, who failed...

River Cottage announces Spring Food Fair dates

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/17/2017 - 6:14pm

River Cottage has announced dates for its Spring Food Fair - held across the late May Bank Holiday.

This hugely popular event is a real treat for the senses and a must-visit for foodies and gardeners. It’s a chance to get the family down to River Cottage, to explore the farm nestled in gorgeous East Devon and to indulge in the sights, sounds and tastes of spring in the heart of the Devon countryside.

The Fair is packed full of activities and family fun – from chef demos, artisan food stalls, kids’ workshops, talks and live music to garden and foraging tours from River...

New report points to energy independent future for Greater Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/17/2017 - 3:54pm

The Greater Exeter area could be generating most of its own energy within 10 years, according to a new report.

Energy Independence 2025 sets out 10 key recommendations to help reduce energy consumption and boost clean energy generation across Exeter and its travel-to-work area.

It indicates that Devon’s capital is well placed to unlock a thriving energy sector and become a demonstrator for other cities around the world seeking to overcome their own energy supply challenges.

The report, authored by City Science, has been commissioned by Exeter City Futures to...

Test of stamina in Devon’s famous national chase

Authored by Lucy
Posted: Fri, 02/17/2017 - 12:40pm

The roll call of jockeys and trainers that have won Exeter Racecourse’s prestigious Higos Insurance Services Devon National reads like a who’s who of racing, and next Friday, another name will be added to an illustrious list that is approaching its twentieth year.

The prize for the winner is more than £15,000 and it is no surprise to learn that it is ever popular among trainers, keen to give their chasers that might lack for a bit of speed the chance to win a decent pot of money. With 21 fences to negotiate, and three miles six furlongs to complete, the race requires an abundance...

Chiefs side to face Worcester Warriors

Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Fri, 02/17/2017 - 12:20pm

Rob Baxter says his Exeter Chiefs squad are ‘fully focused’ on the task ahead as they gear up for tomorrow’s Aviva Premiership trip to Worcester Warriors (3pm). Fresh from a hard fought draw against table-toppers Wasps last Sunday, the Chiefs will be looking to consolidate their top three position by inflicting yet another league defeat on their hosts, who themselves warmed up for this latest clash by downing reigning champions Saracens on their own turf last time out. In nine previous top flight meetings between Worcester and Exeter, it’s been a whitewash of victories for Devon’s finest....

The Choral Pilgrimage 2017: The Olive Branch

Event Date: 
25/05/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cathedral

The Choral Pilgrimage 2017: Exeter 25 May 2017 7.30pm Exeter Cathedral Tickets: £12 - £30 (Booking Fees Apply) Online: http://bit.ly/2lUTM4T Telephone: 01904 658 338 The Sixteen Harry Christophers conductor

Programme Poulenc Salve Regina Palestrina ‘Surge amica mea’ and ‘Surgam et circuibo civitatem’ from Song of Songs Palestrina Parce mihi, Domine Poulenc Quatre motets pour un temps de penitence Palestrina Peccantem me quotidie Palestrina ‘Kyrie’, ‘Gloria’ and ‘Credo’ from Missa L’Homme Arme Poulenc Un Soir de neige Palestrina Salve Regina Poulenc ‘Agnus Dei’ from Mass in G...

It will survive!

They’re still smiling! Not many people would be if their computer mini server packed with important data accidentally fell into a fish tank.

This demonstration had a happy ending at Exeter’s Cyber Security Awareness Week, where experts stressed the importance of backing up precious data and the dangers of it falling into the wrong hands. Or indeed a threat closer to home, data simply falling into the family fish tank. The server recovered completely from its unexpected dip, hence smiles all round, to the relief of the audience.

The week has been such a resounding success...

Dawlish patient in national campaign promoting health research

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/17/2017 - 10:55am

A Dawlish man has shared his own experience in support of a national campaign promoting participation in health research.

The National Institute for Health Research promotes opportunities for taking part in clinical research and the benefits for patients through its campaign called ‘Our Stories.’

Howard Almond was diagnosed in 2015 with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) which progressively scars the lung and affects breathing. The cause of IPF is unknown and there is currently no cure for this condition. The British Thoracic Society estimates 5,000 people are diagnosed...

Cannabis seized during farm drug bust

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 02/16/2017 - 12:03pm

Police in North Devon have seized around £250,000 worth of cannabis following execution of a warrant in North Devon last Friday (10th February).

Acting on local intelligence, officers from the Force Support Group (FSG), along with support from the local policing team executed a warrant to search a farm north of Okehampton.

Police discovered an underground, purpose built cannabis factory and seized equipment and cannabis with a street value of around £250,000.

Two men have been interviewed and are assisting Police with their enquiries. One of these men, a 37-year-old...

All Saints confirmed for Sounds of the Summer Festival

Very special guests, nineties girl band All Saints, have added their name to a sensational line-up of artists performing at this year’s Sounds of the Summer festival at Newton Abbot Racecourse.

The multi-million record selling group along with eighties rock/pop band China Crisis are the latest acts announced for the annual music festival, which takes place on Sunday July 16th.

The news comes just days after it was revealed that reggae royalty UB40 will be appearing live on stage at the racecourse, which is fast becoming a hotspot for live music in the South West. All Saints...

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