Simon Jupp MP visits new multi-million-pound building at Exeter City Football Club's training ground

East Devon’s MP Simon Jupp visited Exeter City Football Club’s Cliff Hill Training Ground to tour their new multi-million-pound building.

Visiting the club’s training ground on Sidmouth Road, Simon Jupp MP had the opportunity to look at the new two-storey building, which includes a fitness suite, briefing rooms, physiotherapy facilities, and office space. Construction cost in excess of £3 million and a fundraising campaign to ‘Kit Out The Cliff’ raised £63,000 to equip the new building.

With the project completed during the 20thanniversary year of the club’s purchase by...

NHS Devon: Stay safe during the hot weather

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/07/2023 - 6:00am

Hot weather is something many people look forward to but warm spells can pose health risks for some people.

NHS Devon Chief Medical Officer, Dr Nigel Acheson, said: “Healthcare services in Devon have been very busy this week treating a high number of people suffering from the effects of dehydration. Hospitals and the ambulance service have been under a lot of pressure over the last few days.

“While it is lovely for people to enjoy this extra warm spell, just because the summer holidays are over for most, it doesn’t mean hot weather isn’t a risk to people’s health. It’s...

The favourites for the St Leger

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 09/07/2023 - 1:13am

The 2023 flat racing season is reaching its business end. Excitement is starting to build for the grand finale, British Champions Day at Ascot on October 21. The early entries are out, and Frankie Dettori has confirmed that the showcase meeting will be his last time riding in Europe.

But there are still plenty of key events to come between now and then, notably the St Leger Festival at Doncaster on 14-17 September. The St Leger itself is the highlight race of the meeting and is the fifth and final British Classic of the season.

At a gruelling distance of one mile, six-...

Exeter IT company celebrates new chapter as Jordan Westcott steps up as Managing Director

Authored by Program
Posted: Wed, 09/06/2023 - 4:39pm

Timewade , a leading technology partner for SMEs in the South West, is excited to announce a significant milestone in its leadership team.

Jordan Westcott, who joined the company over a decade ago, is set to take the helm as the new Managing Director in September 2023. He will succeed Julian Wills, who will transition to the role of CEO.

Jordan joined the company in 2008 at the age of 16 from St Lukes School, Exeter, as an Apprentice Engineer, a role which ignited his passion for technology and client service. Over the years, he has gained invaluable experience across...

Chris Brain on the Yorkshire Moors by Hannah Burgess

Yorkshire Folkie "Chris Brain" - Steady Away.

Event Date: 
02/11/2023 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Cavern Club, 83-84 Queens St. Exeter, EX4 3RP.

Chris Brain emerged out of Leeds’s vibrant folk scene in 2022 with his debut, critically acclaimed and widely distributed album, Bound to Rise, reaching #22 in the UK Folk Charts. His much-anticipated second album (Oct 6th ‘23), Steady Away, moves inward and takes on a more self-reflective quality, whilst retaining glimmers of soaring figures and pastoral imagery.

The Magnificent Wildlife of African Safaris

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 09/06/2023 - 6:39am

African safaris offer a unique and unparalleled opportunity to witness some of the world's most iconic and majestic wildlife in their natural habitat. From the vast savannas to dense jungles, Africa's diverse ecosystems are home to a remarkable array of animals, each with its own captivating story to tell. In this article, we'll embark on a virtual safari to explore the incredible animals you can encounter while journeying through the heart of Africa.

The African Big Five

The term "Big Five" was coined by big-game hunters, representing the most challenging and sought-...

The Audemars Piguet Legacy: A Close Look at the Watchmaker’s Unique Complications

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 09/06/2023 - 6:31am

The Swiss horology scene is home to numerous brands that have sculpted the landscape of timekeeping. Audemars Piguet (AP) stands as one of these luminaries, capturing the attention of both seasoned collectors and casual admirers. What sets this brand apart from the myriad of luxury watchmakers? It's their unwavering commitment to unique complications.

We’ve teamed with watch dealers The Watch Exchange London to delve deep into the legacy of AP and understand what makes their watches truly spectacular.

A Brief History of Audemars Piguet

Founded in 1875 by childhood...

Education, education, education: Why document shredding is important for Higher Education

At the risk of repetition, the new academic year is about to kick off. Restore Datashred asks, are you ready?

From toddler groups to post-doc researchers, and every type of learning in between, the education sector is crucial to all our lives, whether that’s laying down skills and attributes for our working and leisure lives, pushing the boundaries of science or exploring and trying to understand what it means to be human (and other animals). And it creates a vast amount of data as both digital and paper assets!

Sadly, it is that data that according to IT Governance (...

One Million Lives Saved from Cancer since the 1980s

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 09/05/2023 - 7:13am

Around 1.2 million deaths have been avoided in the UK since the mid-1980s due to advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment, according to new data from Cancer Research UK.

Over the last four decades, UK cancer mortality rates have fallen by around a quarter after peaking in 1985 for men and 1989 for women.

Had rates stayed the same, it is estimated that around 111,000 more lives would have been lost in the South West.

The figures have been released to coincide with the launch of the charity’s new campaign ‘Together We Are Beating Cancer’.

It...

Navigating the Future: Industry 4.0, Global Economy and the Laser Marking Revolution

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 09/05/2023 - 6:25am

In a rapidly evolving global landscape, the fusion of technology with traditional industry is not just a trend but a transformation. Industry 4.0, characterized by the integration of digital technology and automation in manufacturing, is reshaping economies and creating new paradigms. Amidst this transformation, the laser marking technology stands as a symbol of innovation and efficiency. Here's an exploration of this complex landscape.

Industry 4.0: The Digital Revolution

Industry 4.0 represents the fourth industrial revolution, marked by the integration of smart...

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