Have you seen missing Connor?

Police are concerned for the welfare of 25-year-old Connor Skinner, who is missing from the Exeter area.

Connor was last seen around midnight on Tuesday 6 September going into Wednesday 7 September.

He is described as a white male, 5ft 9in tall, of a medium build and is believed to be wearing blue jeans, a blue top with white writing on it saying ‘Coastal’ and in Nike trainers.

If you see him or know of his whereabouts, please contact police immediately on 999, quoting incident number 552 070916.

Award for Luke the lifesaver!

A medical student’s dedication and life-saving first aid skills have won him the St John Ambulance Volunteer of the Year award.

Luke Tester, a student at the University of Exeter Medical School, said he was “stunned” to win the award, in a ceremony hosted by Myleene Klass.

Luke, 22, was on the scene in seconds when a runner collapsed during a race last year. He and another St John Ambulance colleague were on the scene in seconds, and established that the runner was not breathing. They performed CPR with advanced resuscitation equipment and a defibrillator, reviving the man...

M&S Host Toe-Tapping Fundraiser for Exeter Leukaemia Fund

Event Date: 
17/09/2016 - 8:00am to 6:00pm
Venue: 
M&S Exeter, 211-219 High Street, Exeter, EX4 3QA

Help us raise much needed funds for Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF).

On Saturday 17 September, M&S Exeter will be hosting a special danceathon event to support families from across the south west affected by blood cancers and blood disorders.

M&S is calling on local residents to pop into store and support staff in their foot-tapping fundraising feat. Six dedicated M&S employees will be grooving away for the full 10 hours, joined by colleagues throughout the day. Customers and dancers will be treated to music from a live DJ and appearances from local special guest...

Ladies Do Land Rover Off-Roading Experience

Authored by Ladies Do
Posted: Fri, 09/09/2016 - 12:15pm

Recently rebranded all-female network, Ladies Do , held their greatly anticipated off-roading event on Wednesday 7 September at Land Rover Experience West Country .

Network owner and driving enthusiast, Ashley Petrons, says “Having done this experience before, I wanted to encourage fellow females to get behind the wheel and challenge themselves navigating this tough terrain. It also proves an unexpectedly good networking environment as there is a constant swap between drivers and passengers, so everyone gets to chat in a more relaxed environment than they would at a formal...

Souvenirs from Home - Football Clubs & Craft Industries

Event Date: 
17/09/2016 - 10:00am to 06/11/2016 - 5:30pm
Venue: 
The Devon Guild of Craftsmen

Souvenirs from Home brings together work produced in the three-year touring project ‘Home Ground’. An exhibition and workshops travelled to six towns across the UK whose football clubs have nicknames linked to their traditional craft industries: these are Sheffield United (The Blades), Crystal Palace (The Glaziers), Stoke City (The Potters), Luton Town (The Hatters), Macclesfield Town (The Silkmen) and Walsall (The Saddlers). Work on display is made by local communities and club supporters who worked alongside selected artists. Zoe Hillyard helped The Silkmen supporters design unique...

Devonshire Freemasons Help with the Costs of Cancer

Macmillan Cancer Support's Financial Grant Scheme has recently been boosted by a donation of £5,000 from the Devonshire Freemasons. The donation was made after the Freemason's learned of the financial struggle people are facing when diagnosed with cancer.

Area Fundraising Manager for Macmillan, Suzie Warren, said "We are so grateful for the support we have received from the Devonshire Freemasons. This donation will have a direct impact on people in Devon struggling with the cost of cancer."

Suzie went on to say, "Many people find themselves having to stop work or reduce...

Police appeal to Lockdown Festival goers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/08/2016 - 4:59pm

Devon and Cornwall Police are working closely with the organisers of a music festival to be held on the Powderham estate, near Exeter, this weekend to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.

The Lockdown festival, organised by UK Live, runs on Friday 9th, Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th of September.

Chief Inspector Adrian Leisk is in charge of the policing of the event. He said: “Our objectives are entirely in line with those of the organisers, in that we want everyone to have a good time and to be safe while they are within the confines of the festival and when they...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (9-11 September).

THEATRE

Exeter Comedy Grove Friday, 8pm, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter Exeter Comedy Grove brings you the very Best in live stand up, showcasing some of the best comedians that this country has to offer. http://www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk

Two Gentlemen of Verona Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Exeter Northcott Theatre Valentine loves Silvia and Proteus loves Julia – but Proteus is fickle, and falls for Silvia too. When Valentine plots an elopement, Proteus betrays him and Valentine is...

Man impersonating a police officer 'targeting the elderly' in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/08/2016 - 3:27pm

Police are asking the public to be vigilant after reports of a man impersonating a police officer in Exeter.

Police have had reports that a man has been in the Beacon Heath area of Exeter attempting to gain entrance to properties claiming that he is a police officer. The man isn’t wearing a uniform and is using a handwritten ID. We believe that he is targeting the elderly.

The man is described as a white man in his 40’s/50’s, very short dark hair, sometimes wearing a dark blue baseball cap, stocky build and around 5”8 tall.

A police spokesperson said: “Impersonating...

Devon Dinner at Wear Park Restaurant

Event Date: 
30/09/2016 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Wear Park Restaurant at Exeter Golf and Country Club

Our chefs have created a seasonal menu to celebrate the world-class quality produce of the land and seas of Devon.

Earlier this year we had great feedback from our French and Italian nights in Wear Park Restaurant, so we thought it was time to explore the fabulously fresh food closer to home.

Our Head Chef, Adam Little is passionate about the provenance of his ingredients and the huge variety of culinary delights on our doorstep, promising a deliciously Devonshire dinner.

DEVON DINNER MENU Starters

River Exe mussels, cider and parsley cream sauce

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