Last week's announcement that the Met Office plans to install a supercomputer in a new building complex at Exeter Science Park has been welcomed enthusiastically by leading members of East Devon District Council.
Part of the supercomputer will be sited at the IT Halls at the Met Office HQ in Exeter and part is expected to be sited at a purpose-designed building at the nearby Exeter Science Park, subject to planning permission.
Councillor Ian Thomas, East Devon’s cabinet member for economy, said: “Confirmation of the purpose-designed supercomputer facility is great news for...
RGB Building Supplies, which has a branch on Alphinbrook Road, Exeter, is celebrating after winning the award for ‘Best Builders Merchant for Self Builders’ at the prestigious Build It Awards 2014. The awards, hosted this year by comedian Hugh Dennis, celebrate excellence across the self-build and renovation industry recognising those that have completed projects, as well as services, products and suppliers. RGB was up against leading national brands and was announced as the winner at a Gala Awards Dinner held in Swindon, which was hosted by popular comedian, Hugh Dennis, on Thursday 23rd...
New research from British Gas suggests that, unsurprisingly, many people in the South West (49%) are not looking forward to winter. People in the South West are most likely to dread increased transport problems (61%), shorter days (70%), the cold weather (62%), and the possibility of no heating or hot water (58%). Winter worries about homes were highlighted in the UK wide research findings with 41% of those in the South West region saying they worry about the heating or hot water failing during the colder months, whilst 8% had worries about flooding because of burst pipes. A further 8%...
Exeter Chiefs newcomer Byron McGuigan says he is “excited” by the challenges that lie ahead after he today confirmed his move to the Aviva Premiership club.
The 25-year-old, who has previously played for Border Bulldogs, Glasgow Warriors and, more recently, Bay of Plenty in New Zealand’s ITM Cup, has agreed a short-term contract with the Chiefs until the end of the current campaign.
McGuigan is the latest addition to the playing ranks at Sandy Park after head coach Rob Baxter previously indicated he was keen to bolster his options, particularly in the back three.
I am a student currently studying at history at Exeter University in my second year and I am also a member of the university's charity organisation RAG and I will be undertaking the challenge of completing a 7 day trek to Machu Picchu in the Peruvian Andes with a team of other volunteers to raise money for Worldwide Cancer Research. Unfortunately cancer is something that has effected almost everyone's lives in some way, which is why I have decided to undertake this challenge to help raise money for this amazingly worthy cause.
Marcus Collins will be performing in Exeter early next year with his full live band.
Friday 20th march 2015 Marcus Collins will be performing at Exeters Lemon Grove with his full band plus support.
Marcus Collins, at just 23 years old, has already achieved great heights in his singing and musical career after his journey started on TV’s highest rating talent show, The X Factor.
Marcus became a firm favourite right from the beginning and his talent was nurtured by his mentor, Gary Barlow. Marcus proved himself adept at putting in startling musical performances,...
THE NSPCC has warned there has been a large increase in sucidal feelings among young people.
In a new report On the Edge, ChildLine reveals what it descibes as disturbing trends amongst young people in Britain.
A total of 34,517 counselling sessions were held by ChildLine (UK) in 2013/14 with children who talked about suicidal thoughts – a 117% increase since 2010/11.
Nearly 6,000 of these children had told a counsellor that they had previously attempted suicide - a 43% increase on the year before. The vast majority of these children had not revealed their feelings...
Local charity, Exeter Citizens Advice Bureau, has identified a massive 56% increase in private sector tenant repossession cases. This is in comparison with the same period last year and shows that pressure on household budgets is biting harder than ever.
Across all housing sectors, where a CAB adviser has assisted clients facing repossession, clients have avoided repossession in 85% of cases.
Exeter City Council has provided financial support for this essential service.
Steve Barriball, Exeter Citizens Advice Bureau Chief Executive, said: “We have at least one...
Exeter City came from behind to earn a 1-1 draw against top-of-the-league Luton Town at St James Park.
It was no less than Exeter deserved from a performance which saw the home side control a bulk of the possession and create most of the chances, but it was always going to need a gutsy performance as the Hatters took an early lead.
It was Scott Griffiths that rose highest after just three minutes to head in a corner, leaving Exeter trailing at the break.
But with 20 minutes to play, Tom Nichols got Exeter on terms...
On Halloween weekend, Exeter Chiefs served up their supporters a timely treat as they kicked off the defence of their LV= Cup crown with a thrilling 28-27 victory over rivals Gloucester at Sandy Park.
A converted penalty try – two minutes from time – proved the difference on the day, although the visiting Cherry & Whites could easily have stolen it had Aled Thomas not seen a penalty chance cannon back of the posts with the very last kick of the game.
In what was a pulsating encounter throughout, the Chiefs sealed victory thanks to...
