Concert-goers are promised a night of high drama as the acclaimed Exeter Philharmonic Choir joins forces with the renowned Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and four world-class soloists to perform Giuseppe Verdi’s Requiem.
The singing of four talented soloists - Judith Howarth (soprano), Marta Fontanals-Simmons (mezzo-soprano), Oliver Johnston (tenor) and Tristan Hambleton (bass) - will draw out the intense beauty of The Requiem.
Do you want to go naughty rather than nice this Valentine’s Day?
Perfect for making her feel sexy and desirable, naughty Valentine’s Day gifts are so much more exciting than a bunch of flowers or a box of chocolates.
Whether you have been together a matter of months or you are celebrating many years of happiness, these naughty Valentine’s Day gifts for her are guaranteed to put a smile on her face on February 14th.
A sexy board game
Although there is nothing wrong with a game of Monopoly or Scrabble on a Sunday afternoon, for times when you...
In forex trading, there’s a lot of new terminology to learn. For instance, "low-spread forex brokers." There are so many things in just the term that may be new to you. What is spread? Why do some brokers specialise in it?
And why is it something traders should take note of? Understanding this essential aspect of currency trading can be super helpful in building a successful trading regimen, no matter if you’re just starting out or you have been in the game for a little bit.
With that being said, we want to delve into the realm of low spreads...
Wales & West Utilities is working to upgrade over 2,000 metres of gas pipes in the Cowley Bridge Road area of Exeter.
The work, which is due to finish in June, is essential to keep the gas flowing safely to heat and power local homes and businesses, keeping people safe and warm for generations to come.
As part of the work the gas emergency and pipeline service has liaised with Devon County Council, and it has been agreed that traffic management will be in place whilst the work is ongoing. This includes:
Gas emergency and pipeline service Wales & West Utilities has extended its partnership with Westbank Community Health and Care (Westbank) to donate 100 ‘warm bags’ which will now be distributed through its recently launched Warmwell at Home initiative.
Wales & West Utilities donated 150 thermal hats and gloves before Christmas which were distributed through the charity’s food larders and warm space initiative. They have continued their support by donating bags containing hand warmers, a thermometer, pair of thermal socks, travel mug, hat and gloves, hot water bottle and a...
On 10th February it will be exactly one year since Brightside Exeter opened its doors. To celebrate its first birthday the Brightside team is throwing a party at the site, located on the A38 at Haldon Hill, to thank the local community for all the support they have shown them over the past 12 months and to launch a new and exciting charity initiative – Brightside Local Heroes.
Each month, the teams at Brightside Exeter, Honiton and Saltash will nominate a local charity or community group to receive a £250 Brightside voucher to use as they wish. Suggestions and recommendations for...
Imagine you're wandering through a bustling street market, the air filled with the tantalizing scents of street food, the sound of lively chatter, and the myriad of colorful stalls inviting you to explore their wares. Yet, amid this cornucopia of excitement, pickpockets lurk, ready to pounce on the unwary. This is the web—a digital bazaar filled with wonders but also riddled with hidden threats. Let's share a chat on how we can tread safely on this vibrant yet vulnerable online ground, shall we?
Being street smart in this digital marketplace starts with knowing what...
A University of Exeter researcher is leading Fish Free February – asking people to give up fish for a month to reduce our impact on the ocean.
PhD student, Jessica Haines, who studies manta rays, is campaign manager for the charity.
Fish Free February’s mission is to reduce seafood consumption, encourage a shift to more sustainable fishing methods and connect more people with important marine issues.
“The ocean is severely depleted, with 90% of fish populations fished to their maximum or overfished,” Haines said.
People can find peace at a special atmospheric candlelight concert in Exeter designed to promote mindfulness and wellbeing.
The event, free and open to all, will feature soothing and evocative music and poetry, and has been organised to help people chase away the winter blues.
There will be performances of music by contemporary composers by the talented University of Exeter Chapel Choir and string quartet, The Devon Collective alongside poetry read by students.
Director of Chapel Music Michael Graham said: “The concert takes place in our beautiful intimate...
Walk and Talk is a new initiative in Devon and Cornwall asking women aged 18 and over: “Is there a place you feel unsafe? Take us there”.
Devon & Cornwall Police will be linking up with women in person to understand more about what our region looks like and feels like, seeking to understand more through first-hand experience about the places and spaces where women feel unsafe.
The Walk and Talk initiative will be trialled for three months, starting this February, in selected locations across the force area. Anyone wishing to take part can apply using the email at the...
