The Wurzels to take centre stage at County Show

Westcountry legends, The Wurzels, will perform at a private event at the Devon County Show again this year, following their highly successful appearance last year.

The band will perform at the County Show during an exclusive invitation-only event organised by leading South West law firm Stephens Scown LLP on the evening of 19 May.

The four-piece group will be playing its famous hits including Combine Harvester and I am a Cider Drinker for livestock exhibitors and invited guests. The Wurzels were formed in 1966 and are still going strong, gaining new fans and playing gigs...

Exeter College through to national debating final

Exeter College beat schools from across the West of England and South Wales to win place in final of national schools debating competition for second year running

Last Wednesday, sixth-form students from six schools from across the West of England and South Wales fought it out for a place at the Debating Matters national final to be held at the Museum of London in July. Ultimately, Exeter College, were victorious, having impressed judges with their sharp ideas and broad approach to the topics.

The 16-18 year olds will took part in a series of debates on topics such as...

Effective one minute networking presentations...In a Nutshell

Authored by Bitpod
Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 2:43pm

Philippa Constable from Women Mean Biz shares some very useful advice on preparing for the, often dreaded, one minute presentation at networking events. She takes us through how to create and deliver an engaging presentation that will be memorable and have impact.

'Start off by introducing yourself and your company, then grab attention with an interesting fact or statistic about your industry or business, using the words "did you know", Philippa advises.

To find out more contact Philippa via email at philippa@womenmeanbiz.co.uk or call her on 07871 463 701.

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Police ready for big Devon derby

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 12:13pm

Devon and Cornwall Police have been planning for the big Devon derby as promotion chasing Plymouth Argyle arrive at play-off chasing Exeter with everything to play for.

Chief Inspector Richard Hooper-Bennett from the Operations Planning unit, said: “We have worked closely with both Plymouth Argyle and Exeter City Football Club to help ensure a smooth Devon derby this weekend.

"We are expecting a bumper crowd, and as a Force we are experienced in policing large scale sporting events such as this. We are looking forward to what should be a great occasion.”

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Citizens Advice Exeter announces results from second economic well-being survey

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 12:03pm

Leading local advice charity, Citizens Advice Exeter, today releases the results from its second economic well-being survey. The first survey ran in September.

A summary of the results of the survey, run in partnership with the Express and Echo, Radio Exe, Exeter City Council and Exeter Chamber of Commerce, will be published on the charity’s website, www.citizensadviceexeter.org.uk

Citizens Advice Exeter Chief Executive Steve Barriball said: “The overall picture suggest that things have remained pretty much the same for most people since we did the first survey in September...

Virgin Atlantic and Flybe partnership opens up new destinations for Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 11:08am

Travellers in Exeter will soon be able to book flights to international destinations including Orlando, Las Vegas, and the Caribbean – thanks to a new codeshare agreement between Virgin Atlantic and Europe’s leading regional airline, Flybe.

From 2 April customers will be able to book tickets through Virgin Atlantic to travel from 18 UK and European airports served by Flybe, and connect onto their Virgin Atlantic flight at Manchester, Glasgow and London Gatwick airport.

The partnership will offer numerous benefits for customers, allowing seamless connections between Flybe...

Unusual clues left at Seaton break-in

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 10:23am

Police are appealing for help to trace a burglar who broke into a Seaton home and left behind their own belongings - a distinctive woolly hat and a sandwich.

The offender got into the house through an insecure door sometime between 11pm on Good Friday and 8.30am on Saturday [27 March].

Once inside the offender stole a silver iPad Air and a pair of new Vans trainers from their box.

However the occupants were left puzzled after the offender left behind some of their own belongings - including a Tesco tortilla wrap sandwich still in its packaging.

Also left was...

New Partner for Beviss & Beckingsale

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 9:58am

Beviss & Beckingsale has announced the appointment of a new Partner as part of ongoing development plans.

Emma Northover becomes a Partner with the East Devon firm of solicitors, which has offices in Honiton, Axminster, Chard and Seaton.

Senior Partner Mark Ollier said: “Emma came to us as a trainee solicitor in October 2009 and from the start, we knew she was going to be a real asset to the firm.

“Emma has the rare ability to combine an intellectually bright mind with common sense and a pragmatic approach. She takes a great interest in her clients and always...

Toby Buckland's Garden Festival preview in Exeter City Centre

Toby Buckland’s Garden Festival, which takes place on 29 & 30 April at Powderham Castle is aiming to create a little green oasis with trees and colourful Spring flowers in the centre of Princesshay Shopping Centre in Exeter in this Visit England ‘Year of the English Garden’.

Toby will be offering gardening advice and running a plant-problem surgery from his pop-up potting shed in the central square in an urban jungle of fantastic trees and plants created by Matford boys, Sam and Lee of Urban and Rural Plants.

This Bank Holiday at the festival, Toby will be talking about...

Go Vegan with Exeter Friends for Animals

Authored by EFFA
Posted: Wed, 03/30/2016 - 5:26am

On Saturday 2 April, Exeter Friends For Animals (EFFA) in association with Fairfoods Catering will be launching their spring “Go Vegan” campaign at St Stephen’s Church in Exeter High Street.

Anyone interested in trying an animal-free diet, or simply curious about “what vegans eat”, is welcome to drop by between 11.30 am and 2.30 pm to browse the information stalls, pick up some recipe ideas, try some free food samples or stop for tea and cake or a snack.

At 2 pm, there will also be a talk on the health benefits of veganism by sports scientist Jack Childs. As a former...

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