The Music Depot, an exciting venture from the dedicated team behind Sidwell Street’s beloved Musicroom, is set to strike a chord with musicians from across the region with the opening of their new store on Saturday December 2.
Selected by international instrument manufacturer Yamaha as their flagship dealer for the South West of England, the Music Depot is poised to make a resounding impact on the local music scene, and add to Fore Street’s growing community of independent businesses.
To celebrate their opening and partnership with Yamaha, the Music Depot will be hosting a...
Green-tech delivers carbon savings equivalent to switching over 200 vans to electric vehicles
Ingenious driver engagement and rewards technology lies behind the dramatic driver improvements
Iceland, the UK’s leader in frozen food, operating nearly 1,000 stores across the country, is set to cut CO2 emissions by more than 1,600 metric tonnes this year thanks to the introduction of cutting-edge, Exeter-originated in-cab driver coaching technology, which combines live driver feedback with rewards to produce better driving.
Japanese knotweed – the heart-shaped leaves and bamboo-like stems make this plant look incredibly pretty. But – these can become an absolute nightmare as they pose a serious threat to every fabric of your house, leading to financial and structural problems.
This aspect leads us to the burning question of what to do if you have Japanese knotweed because you will want to protect your property and the property of your neighbors. This plant has been held responsible for refused mortgages and failed property sales.
Nonetheless, if you have Japanese knotweed growing in your...
Westbank Community Health and Care is celebrating the first cohort of newbie cooks to have completed Foundation Courses in basic kitchen skills at the charity’s recently opened Community Cookery School.
The purpose-built teaching facility at Exminster, near Exeter, opened its doors to beginner cooks this autumn, offering free eight-week workshops to people of all ages who want to learn how to cook simple, nutritious, affordable meals.
A well-attended launch party allowed guests, including sponsors, to see the bespoke teaching kitchen in use. The event marked the completion...
Divorce Solicitor Stuart Smallman from The Family Law Company takes a look at what particular considerations there are for divorcing business people whose personal and professional lives are often deeply intertwined.
“Embarking on the path of divorce can often resemble navigating a complex labyrinth,” Stuart says. “Each step taken not only requires a judicious foresight but a dose of bravery, to think collaboratively even in times of personal upheaval.”
Stuart suggests that while this approach to divorce can be more challenging, it fosters a conducive environment for both...
In a world increasingly driven by digital interactions, the value of personal connections cannot be underestimated. While social media and email have made networking easier, there's still something special about exchanging physical business cards. A well-designed business card can leave a lasting impression and serve as a tangible reminder of your brand. In this blog post, we will explore innovative ways to maximize your networking potential through creative and unique business card designs.
The Evolution of Business Cards
Business cards have come a long way since their...
The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is trialing a new device for patients with an abnormally fast heart rhythm. The Valsalva Assist Device, known as VAD, is being used to help return a patient’s heartbeat back to a normal rate, which could help reduce hospital admissions across the region, if there are no other clinical concerns. SWASFT is the only service in the country to trial this new device for patients who have supraventricular tachycardia (SVT). SVT occurs when there’s a problem with the heart’s electrical system which controls the rhythm. Symptoms...
After delivering hundreds of gifts donated by kind customers last Christmas, Dunelm, the Home of Homes, is once again launching its community-focused festive campaign, Delivering Joy, in Exeter.
Now in its fourth year, the campaign aims to help people across the UK that may not otherwise receive a gift to open on Christmas Day.
The campaign is simple – customers can collect a tag from their nearest Dunelm store with a gift request from a local good cause, including schools, care homes, refuges, and charities. Customers are asked to return the tag, attached to a gift...
Stagecoach will be hosting a FREE Festive Family Fun afternoon at Exeter Bus Station on Thursday 7th December from 3pm to 5pm.
Visitors to the city centre can begin their countdown to Christmas with a family fun afternoon featuring the Big Noise Choir and Radio Exe who will be spreading festive cheer with live entertainment, Christmas carols, and competitions.
Families will also be able to meet Father Christmas and have a photo with the big man in front of the giant Christmas Tree.
Stagecoach South West Managing Director Peter Knight said: “Following the success...
The popularity of American football in the UK is increasing. There are an estimated 14.3 Million American football fans in the UK and Ireland. This number is significant enough to say that American football has already penetrated the European continent.
Due to its increasing popularity, many universities in the UK have already offered American football as a sport students can join while studying for their degree. Thousands of students are already competing weekly for more than 80 different university teams.
So, if you plan to join American football as your college sport...
