Pete’s Dragons, the Exmouth based suicide bereavement charity, expresses heartfelt gratitude to NatWest Exeter for their generous donations totalling £1874.97. The funds were raised through a series of fundraising events held throughout 2023, including a sponsored cycle and a quiz night. The commendable efforts of the NatWest Exeter team have not only strengthened community bonds but have also made a meaningful impact on the lives of those in Devon that have been impacted by suicide.
Pete’s Dragons provides vital support to individuals in Devon who have been profoundly affected by...
RGB Plumbing & Heating, located on Sowton Industrial Estate, is delighted to launch ProRange underfloor heating – a brand new product developed with cost in mind to empower and support local tradespeople.
ProRange underfloor heating has been designed by the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), which includes RGB, to address the unique challenges faced by tradespeople in the current economic climate.
Recognising the need to do all it can to support its trade customers by supplying cost-effective solutions without compromising quality, RGB is proud to offer this...
An Exeter Mum will share her love of Spanish at her new children-only language club, starting this month.
Embarking on the journey of learning a different language or finding a new job, are usually in the top 10 of most peoples New Year's Resolution lists.
Finding a dream job linked with languages was at the top of local Mum Kerry Balchin’s list of goals for the year in 2024.
This week the Exeter Mum’s new business ‘Amiguitos - Spanish Classes for Kids’, is bringing valuable and educational Spanish language lessons to children in the area.
Students and staff at St James School in Exeter, part of the Ted Wragg Trust family, are celebrating after being rated Good by Ofsted.
The Ofsted report notes that the school motto of ‘work hard, be kind’ is lived by the pupils and staff at St James School and that it is an inclusive school built on warm, respectful relationships. That the school has high expectations for behaviour was also singled out, along with the fact that the calm school environment enables students to focus on their studies.
Inspectors stated that the school provides opportunities for pupils to...
Local businesswoman Rosie Hydar is addressing the demand for affordable home care and support in Exeter and its surrounding areas.
Recognising the lack of consistent and quality services, the mother of four has decided to take matters into her own hands. Her first-hand experiences in seeking support for her father and husband have inspired her to establish Hub Care Support – Exeter’s ethical, innovative solution for compassionate and quality home support.
“Unfortunately, my husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s – a disease my dad had also battled – which led me to the care...
The Magpie Arc is a cross-Border band out of Sheffield, Arran and Edinburgh featuring the multi- award-winning talents and wide musical influences of Nancy Kerr, Findlay Napier, Tom Wright, Alex Hunter and UK folk legend, guitarist Martin Simpson.
Formed from the idea of bringing together a group of established folk musicians who would mix their song-writing styles and musicianship in a full-on electric band to create exciting new music and update the classic 60’s and 70’s British folk/rock sound, the possibilities of The Magpie Arc being something special and unique on today’s...
Tech companies across the South West of England have the chance to work with top growth coaches and experts as part of Tech South West’s new business support programme.
Growth Forge will see tech firms utilise a proprietary assessment tool to identify two-to-three priority areas, then work with partners such as Microsoft, Sandler, Bishop Fleming, Ashfords, Howden and Program, along with a range of specialist business coaches, to develop and implement opportunities for growth.
The ‘supergroup’ of growth coaches includes business TedX speaker and author Ruth Farenga, business...
Cryptocurrencies have emerged as a significant force in the financial sector, offering a new paradigm of investment and economic interaction. This article delves into the intricate world of cryptocurrencies, shedding light on their history, investment potential, inherent risks, and the underlying blockchain technology, while also considering the regulatory landscape and future prospects.
The Rise of Digital Currencies: A Brief History
The genesis of digital currencies can be traced back to the creation of Bitcoin in 2009. It marked the beginning of a new era in finance,...
Community arts enterprise the Music in Devon Initiative CIC (MIDI) are delighted to announce that the first “Midi TV Awards” will be held at Bomba on Exeter Quay, Friday January 26th from 7.30pm.
MIDI TV is an online TV Station, akin to MTV for Devon. The MIDI TV awards aim to recognise and celebrate the huge amount of musical talent in Devon, with awards across 10 categories for the public to vote for.
There will be an announcement in mid-January about five Devon bands performing alongside the awards, hosted by a comedian, with a panel made up of local music industry...
Maximus Foundation UK, the not-for-profit arm of Maximus, has awarded a grant of £2,500 to Rock 2 Recovery to help fund free mental health support for veterans and their families.
The charity, based in Exeter, works across the country to support veterans and their immediate family members to adjust to life after the armed forces through specialist one-to-one change management coaching.
Rock 2 Recovery provides free sessions that are designed to support armed forces members and their families with their mental health, offering a practical framework for dealing with stress...
