Chinese New Year goes off with a bang at Exwick Heights Primary School

Children at Exwick Heights Primary School , part of the Ted Wragg Trust family, have been learning about Chinese New Year this term ahead of the official celebrations kicking off for the lunar festival on the 10th of February.

Chinese New Year is an annual 15-day festival in China and Chinese communities around the world that begins with the new moon that occurs sometime between January 21 and February 20, with festivities lasting until the following full moon. The holiday is sometimes called the Lunar New Year because the dates of celebration follow the phases of the moon....

Devon schools and rugby clubs given chance to win free equipment

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/09/2024 - 11:16pm

Schools and junior rugby clubs in Devon have the opportunity to win free specialist training equipment provided by the same company that supplies some of the leading nations and clubs in the world.

With the Six Nations now in full flow, clubs across the county have the chance to win a free training pack from Aramis, including a tackle shield and ten specialist training balls designed to develop passing and help promote attacking, running rugby.

Aramis Rugby, a family-run business based in South Molton, provided training, grounds, and fitness equipment to all 20 teams at...

Call goes out to make a splash in Diabetes UK challenge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/09/2024 - 10:28pm

Leading charity Diabetes UK is putting a call out to people from Devon to take part in a sponsored swimming challenge, which raises vital funds for the charity, this spring.

Swim22 runs between 22 March and 22 June and involves swimming a total of 22 miles –the same width as the English Channel. Participants can take on the challenge at their own pace, in their local pool or the open water, accumulating the miles across the course of the 12 weeks.

All funds raised will go towards Diabetes UK’s work, funding life-saving research and helping people living with diabetes to...

Kiki Dee & Carmelo Luggieri: The Long Road Home

Event Date: 
10/03/2024 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix

The legendary Kiki Dee accompanied by virtuoso guitarist Carmelo Luggieri will be appearing at the Phoenix in Exeter on Sunday March 10 as part of a major UK Tour celebrating their latest album "The Long Ride Home"

The show marks their first ever visit to the venue and it is a real coup to attract artists of such outstanding calibre.

Kiki's incredible, emotional, soulful vocals have won her a huge following for the past five decades, seeing her becoming the first British female artist signing to Tamla Motown, scoring massive hits with "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" "True...

Kiki Dee and Carmelo Luggieri heading to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/09/2024 - 8:01pm

The legendary Kiki Dee accompanied by virtuoso guitarist Carmelo Luggieri will be appearing at the Phoenix in Exeter on Sunday March 10 as part of a major UK Tour celebrating their latest album "The Long Ride Home"

The show marks their first ever visit to the venue and it is a real coup to attract artists of such outstanding calibre.

Kiki's incredible, emotional, soulful vocals have won her a huge following for the past five decades, seeing her becoming the first British female artist signing to Tamla Motown, scoring massive hits with "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" "True...

Exeter's Performance Squad

Exeter City Swimming Club success at Devon County Championships

Exeter City Swimming Club took their largest ever team to the championships which were held over three weekends in January and February at the Plymouth Life Centre.

84 Swimmers aged from nine upwards competed against the top swimmers in Devon in events that they had qualified for earlier in the season and were rewarded with 131 medals.

Exeter also took home the prestigious Interclub award, where clubs from across the county battle it out in a series of individual races and team relays to earn points.

How can I pick an online casino site?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 02/09/2024 - 3:31pm

If you’re looking to sink your teeth into some online gaming, casino sites are a great option and offer fun for all players. Online gaming has been popular for many years and continues to attract new players all the time. According to data collected in 2023, there are 32 million online gaming accounts in Great Britain and with the variety of games and ways to play improving with each passing year, this number will continue rising.

However, with so many places to play online, you may be wondering which site is best for you. Narrowing this down can be difficult, so we’ve put...

Kitchen Tile Trends: Stylish Designs for Modern Homes

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 02/09/2024 - 11:17am

The kitchen, often referred to as the heart of the home, is a prime space for expressing personal style through design. With the ever-evolving trends in interior decor, tiles have emerged as a key element in creating a kitchen that is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. This article delves into the latest trends in kitchen tile designs, offering a wealth of inspiration for homeowners eager to refresh their space. Discover the perfect style for your kitchen with the exquisite selection of kitchen tiles from Hyperion Tiles .

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So…What Did The Romans Ever Do For Us?

It’s a question asked both in jest and in all seriousness - What did the Romans ever do for us?

Now we have the opportunity to find out, at a special event organised by Topsham Museum.

On Saturday 2nd March a series of renowned experts will discuss ‘The Romans in Topsham and Beyond’ at a special day-long symposium exploring the heritage left by the Roman occupation of Topsham, Exeter and Devon.

“Topsham has been the scene of many of Devon’s most notable archaeological excavations and discoveries. It’s a topic that’s absolutely relevant today - there were digs in...

Why Set Up an Offshore Company?

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 02/09/2024 - 6:10am

In the field of financial planning, a question arises, Why set up an offshore company? Delving into the intricacies of erecting a foreign entity becomes imperative for those seeking advantages in the realms of tax benefits, financial confidentiality, and safeguarding assets.

This journey aims to clarify the logic of starting a business outside of one's own country. Grasping the motives behind instigating an offshore venture and comprehending the pivotal role of corporate inception becomes paramount for navigating the convolutions of global business. It establishes a robust...

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