Devon-based Royal Marine Commandos charity, The C Group, recently received a welcome financial boost thanks to a £1,000 cheque presentation by commercial vehicle accessories manufacturer, Van Guard.
The C Group, Van Guard’s nominated charity for 2015, is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that provides a vital support network for serving and former Royal Marines in need. In recognition of the incredible role that Royal Marines play for Queen and Country, The C Group helps individuals to overcome adversity through creating opportunities befitting their extensive transferable...
Cornwall's brilliant Miracle Theatre present a charity summer evening of comedy - The Magnificent Three! Open air production so bring along your own picnics and blankets and enjoy the stunning setting that is Nethercott House, Iddesleigh home to children's charity Farms for City Children. Tickets are priced at £12.50 each. To book contact connie@farmsforcitychildren.org 7pm prompt start time. Gates open from 5.30pm for picnics etc..
Following a police search of a commercial premises in the Dawlish area an assortment of power and garden tools have been found.
These are suspected to be stolen property from burglaries that have taken place in the last few months.
If anyone recognises any of the items pictured or believes some of this property could be theirs, please contact Newton Abbot CID on 01626 326273 quoting Operation Jack.
Hospiscare has received another mystery donation – this time £1,020 was left outside its flagship store in Exeter’s Fore Street.
The money was left in a large bag, containing a purple quilt, just by the front door a few minutes before staff arrived to open up in the morning.
Last Christmas Hospiscare, Exeter’s local end of life charity, celebrated receiving £3,450 after cash was left in two carrier bags outside its Cowick Street shop and just last month Hospiscare received another mystery donation of £140 in notes, this time through the post, to the same store.
Guide Dogs has received £4,920 to fund starter kits for new guide dog owners across Devon.
The donation was provided by the Santander Foundation which offers grants to UK registered charities for projects that help disadvantaged people in local communities.
Guide Dogs exists to enhance the quality of life of people living with blindness or impaired vision. The grant will provide new guide dog owners with specialised products and aids based on their personal vision and mobility needs such as harnesses and hi-visibility vests, as well as other rehabilitation services....
After three years trading at the Custom House on Exeter Quay Chandni Chowk is to return to the heart of Exeter.
The store, which is known for its hand made textiles and clothing ranges, has found a new location in the Medieval Hall at 8 Cathedral Close, just off the Green.
Described by one historian as "one of the most remarkable medieval sights in the southwest of England" the building, also known as The Law Library, dates from the 15th century and is noted for its unusual hammer beam roof.
The company, which began in Barnstaple Pannier Market, has been...
Following approval by Devon’s cabinet to move forward with plans for the Okehampton East Business Park, the planning application has now also been approved by West Devon Borough Council.
The planning permission includes use for office, distribution and industrial use, road and site levels.
The next stage will be to attract businesses alongside a tender process for construction works.
The 20 acre park will be located to the east of the town and aims to create a range of commercial premises and the creation of around 400 jobs.
Exeter Hub: How to help the brain see cancer Speaker: Dr William Simpson (University of Plymouth) Breast cancer is detected by radiologists who view mammograms (X-ray images of the breasts). No matter how sophisticated the imaging equipment used to create the mammograms, a limiting factor in cancer detection is the visual system of the radiologist. Therefore, if we can present mammogram images to the radiologist in a way tailored to the capabilities of the visual system, we can improve cancer detection. Visual perception is at the very core of psychology, and a great deal is known about it...
Devon wedding venue, Holne Park House, is inviting brides and grooms past and present along with their friends and family to attend a tea party to raise money for charity.
Holne Park House, based within the River Dart Country Park estate amongst 90-acres of stunning parkland, will open its doors at 1pm on Sunday 19th April to welcome guests for a classic afternoon tea ahead of an auction and raffle where a whole host of lavish prizes will be up for grabs.
For brides and grooms to be, the silent auction boasts an incredible prize. Holne Park House is donating the venue free...
A snoring partner, battling with a cold and worrying about our finances are amid the myriad of reasons Brits can’t get to sleep, new research has shown.
Researchers who studied 2,000 adults on their sleeping habits found a whopping nine in ten are consistently plagued with disturbed or sleepless nights - mostly due to anxiety and worrying.
Money concerns proved to be the top cause of insomnia, with other big contributors being pressure at work and arguing with a partner before bed.
The study found suffering with ill health, uncomfortable bedding and being woken by...