With just four days to go until #GivingTuesday 2015, Exeter charity Rainbow Living is calling for local people to show their support for this global day of giving.
Taking place on December 1, #GivingTuesday follows Black Friday and Cyber Monday - two of the UK’s biggest shopping days. The campaign is supported by a wide range of celebrities and sports stars, including Miranda Hart, Casey Batchelor, Olympic gold medallist Hannah Cockcroft, Peter Andre, Downton Abbey’s Joanna Froggatt, former Dr Who David Tennant, and historian and presenter Dan Snow.
“The year just keeps getting better and better,” said Bee Hughes, Headmistress at The Maynard School in Exeter, as she quietly reflects upon winning Teacher of the Year at the recent Pride of Exeter Awards 2015.
“I was surprised to even be nominated and never expected in a million years that I would win! I was gobsmacked when they called out my name and then slightly concerned because I hadn’t even put any thought to an acceptance speech!”
Ms Hughes has worked tirelessly since her appointment in 2009 and, despite her protestations, being handed this award was a worthy...
It’s not been quite the same whirlwind start to the season as it was 12 months ago for Thomas Waldrom, but the Exeter Chiefs forward isn’t complaining as long as the Devon club continue to produce the winning formula.
England international Waldrom enjoyed an amazing first year in Chiefs colours, scoring 16 tries in total following his move from Aviva Premiership rivals Leicester Tigers.
His tally ensured he not only finished top of the touchdown pile for Rob Baxter’s side, but he was also crowned the first forward since Neil Back in 1999 to be the Premiership’s top try-...
Children having fun on electric go-carts rides in Princesshay this summer has raised over £600 for Age UK Exeter. Operators Go-Kart Party donated 10% of all takings throughout the summer to Age UK Exeter as part of the continued annual charity partnership between Age UK Exeter and Princesshay.
Go-Kart Party manage the pay per ride electric Go-Karts in Princesshay Square, running on a track specifically designed for 4 to10 year olds eager to have a go at being a racing driver.
Nathan Martindill of Go-Kart Party said: “We were delighted to bring the go karts back to...
An across-the-board standard parking charge of £2 a day is being introduced across all East Devon District Council car parks for three months from December 1.
The temporary tariff will not only support local shops over Christmas, but will help boost trade during the traditionally quieter months of January and February.
The move was welcomed by East Devon Chamber of Commerce Chairman Colin Wright who said that he was delighted.
Mr Wright, who is also chairman of the Honiton Chamber of Commerce, said: “We’re very pleased that the district council has once again...
American Wrestling superstar Rhyno is coming to Exeter!
He will be wrestling live for Pro Wrestling Pride for one night only at the Exeter Lemongrove for "Christmas Chaos 2".
The ECW WWE Hardcore Legend "The War Machine" Rhyno is set to be part of a spectacular fatal 4way heavyweight competition against exeters own The UK Dominator, "The Devon Powerhouse" Chris Andrews Pro Wrestling Pride Heavyweight champion "Big Grizzly" Steve Grizzly!!!
Fists will fly and be sure Rhyno is set to Gore GORE GORE!!
Est. Teignmouth 2012 Pro Wrestling Pride (PWP) is the South...
The Christmas party season is almost upon us and police are encouraging anyone attending festivities to stay in control and know their limits when it comes to alcohol.
Work parties, festive drinks and family celebrations are all part of the Christmas fun but sadly alcohol-related incidents such as domestic abuse, assault, criminal damage, rape and antisocial behaviour increase during the festive period.
Sgt David Vickery, force licensing officer, said: “Everyone wants to have a good time at Christmas and we certainly don’t want to put a stop to that, but we do want to put a...
ECW, WWE, American Wrestling Legend RHYNO is coming to Exeter Devon; Sunday 6th December one night only!!!!
He will be wrestling LIVE for Pro Wrestling Pride for one night only at the Exeter Lemongrove for "Christmas Chaos 2"
BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW only at - http://www.prowrestlingpride.com/store/p140/PWP_Live_pro_wrestling_show_-_Exeter_Lemon_Grove_-_Sunday_6th_December_-_CHRISTMAS_CHAOS..html
Gemma marched into the hospice reception yesterday.
It was a definite march, not an amble or a saunter, a march like soldier with the air of “let’s crack on and get things done.” Having last seen her in March I was expecting a warm greeting and a good long catch up – no chance.
This was a woman on a mission.
Gemma is our miracle Hospiscare patient who is much loved by staff and volunteers. Despite being diagnosed with a brain tumour six years ago Gemma is still with us, but as a volunteer fundraiser rather than a patient. The chemotherapy worked!
