The National Careers Service Southwest partnership with Exeter Library

The National Careers Service Southwest partnership with Exeter Library

The National Careers Service in the Southwest has taken a unique approach to bring careers guidance directly to the community.

A dedicated careers adviser, Sandy, has become a familiar face at the Exeter Library, offering valuable advice and support to individuals at various stages of their career journey. Whether you’re seeking your first job, contemplating a career change, or aiming to enhance your CV through online training courses, the National Careers Service is here to assist.

Exeter Library serves as a hub for community engagement and knowledge.

The library...

Best Sports Tipster to Follow

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 11:04pm

Sports betting can be both exciting and challenging, with many punters looking for an edge to increase their chances of winning. This is where sports tipsters come in.

Find out what a sports tipster is and how it works. Learn about the benefits of following a sports tipster and the risks involved. If you're looking to up your betting game, find out how to choose the best sports tipster to follow.

What is a Sports Tipster?

Ports enthusiasts looking to enhance their betting experience and increase their chances of winning often turn to Sports Tipsters for valuable insights...

Some profitable businesses for 2024

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 9:26pm

Who hasn't dreamed of becoming a boss? Being an entrepreneur and starting a business might be a great adventure, but it's very important to find a good business that can survive in the current context.

Below, we introduce several money-making business ideas to bring to the market in 2024, along with relevant tips on successfully launching and running them.

Logistics and supply chain: Logistics and Supply Chain have emerged as very good business alternatives thanks to the implicit growth of e-Commerce. Providing quality logistics and supply chain services is crucial for...

Cumberland grange helps hospital radio Exeter celebrate 50 years

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:59pm

In celebration of 50 years, Hospital Radio Exeter recorded their special celebration show from Cumberland Grange Care Home to honour Jo one of Cumberland Granges residents who was one of the very first volunteers to set up and start Hospital Radio Exeter.

Hospital Radio Exeter is the Radio Station for the patients of the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (Wonford) and residents of Care Homes in the Exeter area and is manned completely by volunteers.

Richard and Julia, husband and wife who volunteer each week for the radio station interviewed resident Jo asking her all...

Under 15s football team scores £500 sponsorship from Bloor Homes

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:20pm

A local football team has hit the back of the net with a £500 sponsorship deal with Bloor Homes.

The housebuilder’s Exeter region has donated the money to support Cranbrook United Youth Football Club’s U15s with new kit this season.

Cranbrook United FC Club Chairman, Steve Bampton said: “We’d like to thank Bloor Homes in Exeter for this generous donation supporting our Under 15s.

“Like many youth sports clubs we rely on fundraising and donation from businesses like Bloor Homes to be able to provide our young players with kit and equipment and it is always much...

The power of friendship pushes Andy on London marathon wheelchair challenge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:16pm

The power of friendship is pushing Devon police trainer Andy Elliott in his bid to complete the London marathon in a wheelchair.

Although able-bodied, Andy decided to tackle the 26.2 miles in a standard wheelchair to support his close friend Andrew Russell who was paralysed in a diving accident over 25 years ago.

The 50-year-old Training Course Manager with Devon and Cornwall Police is aiming to raise vital funds to support the charity Spinal Research in its mission to find a cure for paralysis.

Andy was at Exeter University in 1996 when his close friend and...

West Exe School staff help fundraise for Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 8:09pm

Staff from West Exe School and the Ted Wragg Trust attended a fundraising quiz for the Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival this month.

The festival this year will run from the 18th to the 22nd of September. As a registered charity, their mission is to celebrate books and their authors and promote the art of writing and the enjoyment of reading in the East Devon community and in other local schools.

Chloe Fox, a Senior Leader at West Exe School and Carrie McMillan, Director at South West Teacher Training and the Ted Wragg Trust Professional Development Lead were invited...

Devon awarded more than £7m to deliver Electric Vehicle charging points

Devon County Council (DCC) has been awarded more than £7m* of Government funding to support its delivery of thousands of new, publicly accessible, Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points across the county over the next few years.

The capital funding comes from the Department for Transport’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund.

The Fund aims to support the roll-out of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across England, for drivers without off-street parking. and Devon has received one of the largest allocations in the country.

The announcement...

Hair Devon Free Cuts Thursday

Cutting Through Hard Times: Free Haircuts Thursday in Exeter

Authored by Hair Devon
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 2:48pm

As the cost of living continues to soar, many individuals find themselves facing financial hardships. Recent statistics from January 2024 reveal that 62% of adults are cutting back on non-essentials, 52% have noticed a rise in expenses compared to the previous month, and a staggering 37% are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage.

Verified and updated Cost of living statistics UK January 2024: www.finder.com by Matthew Boyle, edited by Joselle Delos Reyes

  • 62% that’s 6 in 10 people in the UK report to be spending less on non-essentials because of the increase in the
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CareFlex Donates HydroFlex Chair to Vranch House

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 03/18/2024 - 1:05pm

As a thank you and as an appreciation for Vranch House's remarkable work, CareFlex is delighted to announce the donation of a HydroFlex chair.

Vranch House stands at the forefront of promoting and providing essential services for the care, education, training, treatment, and welfare of disabled individuals. The charity goes beyond these core activities by offering valuable assistance to parents and caregivers, recognising and addressing the unique needs of families supporting disabled individuals.

With a primary focus on educating children with physical difficulties from...

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