Rhino spotted at Exeter School

Exeter School is delighted to receive a life-size juvenile rhino to decorate as part of 'The Great Big Rhino Project', a mass public art event which aims to raise awareness about conservation.

The Art and Biology Departments joined forces to apply for one of the juvenile rhino sculptures and is one of just 30 schools or community groups to be involved.

For 10 weeks in the summer of 2016, life-size rhino sculptures will inhabit the streets, parks and open spaces of the English Riviera and Exeter, not only showcasing the wealth of artistic talent in the area but highlighting...

Sleeping Beauty

Event Date: 
12/12/2015 - 1:00pm to 03/01/2016 - 3:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Corn Exchange

This Christmas, join us in the magic land of fairytales, where Princess Aurora must find true love with her Prince Charming and defeat the schemes of evil Fairy Carabosse! The classic tale is told with merriment and melody- plus a big dollop of slapstick fun and silly sing-alongs! Not to mention an appearance by Charbon the Golden Dragon! From the same team that brought you ‘Cinderella’ comes the perfect Christmas treat, with a cast packed with top West End performers: the Pantomime of your Dreams!

Venus Awards semi-finalists announced

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/10/2015 - 5:13pm

Excitement is building for this year’s Devon Venus Awards with the announcement of the semi-finalists at a packed awards ceremony in Plymouth.

More than a hundred women attended the event at Plymouth Science Park, which provided complementary canapés and drinks for the nominees. Venus Awards founder Tara Howard was also on hand to congratulate all the nominees and semi-finalists.

The Venus Awards recognise the efforts and talents of local businesswomen and are split into 12 categories covering all aspects of business and personal achievement.

This year more than 2,...

Rugby World Cup role for Maynard girls

Preparations for The Maynard School’s involvement with the Rugby World Cup 2015 are in full swing as the Senior Choir busily prepares for its performance at the Australian team’s Official Welcome Ceremony on Tuesday 15 September 2015 in the beautiful Bath Assembly Rooms.

With just five days to go until the ceremony ‘kick off’, the rehearsal schedule has ramped up a pace, nerves and excitement have reached fever pitch and the choir’s fame has hit the media limelight.

Consisting of 44 girls aged from 14 – 18 years old, the choir is performing daily rehearsals of the official...

150 mourners say goodbye to brave Catherine

Around 150 mourners turned out to pay their respects to former Exeter journalist Catherine Fraser.

The 48-year-old mother of one died suddenly last month after a second bout of cancer.

Her funeral took place today at the Exeter & Devon Crematorium where there was standing room only.

Among those paying their respects were Exeter City FC manager Paul Tisdale and a number of players.

They were joined by director of football Steve Perryman and the club's vice chairman Julian Tagg.

Catherine had been employed by the club as a community operations...

Royal Marines cadets - new intake Monday 21st September

Event Date: 
21/09/2015 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Commando Training Centre (CTC), Lympstone

Royal Marines cadets (RMVCC) Lympstone new intake is on Monday 21st September at Commando Training Centre (CTC), Lympstone.

We are officially the best RMVCC unit in the UK, if your son or daughter is aged 10-16yrs & is interested, please contact us through our Facebook page for more info. https://www.facebook.com/Royalmarinecadetslympstone

Come & see what you're missing & join the dozens of cadets already having a great time!

Free E Devon business advice event

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 09/10/2015 - 9:51am

The first business advice event run as a joint venture by the Honiton Chamber of Commerce and the East Devon branch of the Federation of Small Businesses looks set to be a great success.

27 confirmed exhibitors will be available at ‘Honiton Together for Business’ on September 24 at the Beehive to offer expert advice to attendees, including Beviss & Beckingsale, EDDC, Cosmic, Hours4Work, Trading Standards, Workways, Archant Media, Thomas Westcott, Carter Dawes, BIP and Dimonds, as well as FSB and the Honiton Chamber.

Colin Wright, Chairman of Honiton Chamber said: “We’re...

Hooley enjoys first Chiefs outing

Exeter Chiefs fly-half Will Hooley says he was pleased with his successful debut in his side’s 41-38 triumph over Gloucester in the West Country Challenge Cup.

The summer signing from Northampton Saints admitted he was delighted to get his first taste of life in a Chiefs jersey – and by marking the outing with a hard fought success at Sandy Park “It’s been a good few months now since I’ve played a game,” said Hooley at the final whistle.

“I’ve only actually been here for seven weeks, which isn’t that long, but it feels like I’ve been here a lot longer as the boys have...

Enjoy Exeter's historic gems - for FREE

Exeter’s most interesting and unusual historical sites and buildings will once again be opening their doors to visitors for Heritage Open Days.

Taking place between today (10th) to 13 September, this popular event is a unique opportunity to visit, for free, properties that usually charge for admission or are not normally open to the public.

This year, visitors can enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring local history to life. Highlights this year include the chance to explore Exeter’s Underground Passages, Exeter Synagogue, Custom House, St Nicholas...

A BIG THANK YOU from Dream-A-Way

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/09/2015 - 8:55pm

Dream-A-Way, the local Exeter based charity run entirely by a dedicated volunteer team , were absolutely delighted to celebrate their 20th annual golf day at wonderful Woodbury Park recently on a day which proved record breaking in many ways We are hugely grateful for the massive generosity of supporters and sponsors, including our good friends from Barclays Bank, M J Stevens, Zoopla Property Management, Thrifty Car and Van Rental, Webb Enterprises, Kia Motors, Villegas Golf, Amber Management, the Dodd Group, Handelsbanken and Coastal Recycling, to name but a few. We are hugely indebted to...

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