Northcott adds drama to Autumn programme

There aren't many reasons to look forward to the end of summer, but Exeter Northcott Theatre are giving the people of Exeter a reason to look forward to the cooler Autumn months.

Booking is now open for three of the theatre's autumn dramas, meaning many may now be wishing for the sun to stay away so Autumn can begin.

The first fantastic drama on offer is Michael Morpurgo's ' An Elephant in the Garden'. Co produced by Exeter Northcott Theatre and Poonamallee Productions, the performance tells the story of Lizzie, her mother and an elephant from the zoo as they flee the...

Unexplained death in Newquay

Police were called to Mount Wise, Newquay just after 6.30am today, 1st July 2014, after reports of a woman was unconscious in the street.

An ambulance was called and the woman was taken to Treliske Hospital where sadly she was pronounced deceased.

A cordon has been set up in the area and the scene is being examined by forensic officers.

The death is currently being treated as unexplained.

Celebrities support anti-hate crime charity

Local Heroes, a national charity developed by Devon and Cornwall Police officer Ryan Doyle, has gained the support of two British celebrities.

Actor and producer Greg Wise, known for his roles in 'Sense & Sensibility' and 'Cranford', is the charity’s new patron.

Exeter-based TV chef Glenn Cosby, who rose to fame on The Great British Bake Off, joins the charity as its latest hero.

Local Heroes raises awareness of hate crime and gives young people the confidence to recognise and report it, by delivering workshops through trained youth workers.

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Arthur Smith and support Chris Brooks perform

Event Date: 
06/07/2014 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
St Bartholomews, Coffinswell

Enjoy laughter and playfulness when comics Arthur Smith and Chris Brooks come to town.

Arthur has secured hoards of fans through his BBC and Festival appearances, whilst Torquay local Chris Brooks is a regular on the South West comedy scene.

Audiences can catch the pair peform a range of stand up comedy on Sunday when they appear at St Bartholomews, Coffinswell at 7.30pm.

Tickets £12 adv from www.seetickets.com 0871 220 0260 www.theticketsellers.co.uk or 01803 875527.Doors 7pm. Further info 01803 875527or world.unlimited@o2.co.uk www.worldunlimited.co.uk

Party Band LUSH to play Prospect Inn

Event Date: 
05/07/2014 - 9:00pm
Venue: 
Prospect Inn on Exeter Quay

Party and Function Band LUSH will be playing the Prospect Inn on the Exeter Quay this Saturday night - 5 July. Gig starts from 9pm.

A night of Funk, Rock and Pop tunes and great times.

Like our facebook page to find out more about our public gigs: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/LUSH/174324648636

See you there!

Win for EGCC under 14 girls

The Exeter Golf and Country Club 14 and under girls' team have secured the Devon Aegon Team Tennis Division Two title after victories against Ipplepen and David Lloyd, Exeter.

On Saturday 14th June, the girls travelled to Ipplepen tennis club with most of the players taking part in their first competitive matches. The first tennis win for Exeter Golf and Country Club was in the singles rubbers. Amy Chambers got Exeter Golf and Country Club tennis team off to a perfect start with a 6-1 6-3 victory over Sophie Pankiewicz. Jemima Dart continued the strong start for Exeter tennis...

Exeter CAB calls for volunteers

One of Exeter’s most important advice charities is appealing for volunteers.

Exeter Citizens Advice Bureau, which is based in King William Street, is recruiting new gateway assessors.

The main role of the assessors is to meet clients on their first visit to the bureau and decide how best to help them.

John Pill, Exeter CAB training officer, said: ‘We are looking for volunteers who enjoy working with people and can spare up to six to eight hours a week.

He added: "These volunteers conduct the first interview with the client. They identify the client's issues...

NHS staff urged to apply for Mary Seacole Programme

Ward manager at Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Debbie Harris is urging others to apply for a fully funded leadership programme, which she believes was a significant help in gaining a recent promotion from charge nurse in an acute inpatient ward at the mental health trust.

The Mary Seacole programme is part of the largest investment in leadership the NHS has ever known. It is aimed at those who either work in the NHS or provide NHS-funded care, and is equally relevant to clinical and support roles. It is particularly suited to those who are preparing to take on their first formal...

Work begins on city's flood defence scheme

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 06/30/2014 - 11:55pm

The first phase of Exeter’s £30 million flood defence scheme will commence next month when contractors move on site to start improving the city’s main flood relief channel.

When finished the new scheme will reduce flood risk to approximately 3,000 homes and businesses throughout the city.

The Environment Agency and its partners, Devon County Council and Exeter City Council will also be holding a series of public exhibitions to seek people’s views about the designs for phase two of the scheme between 11 and 19 July at various locations around Exeter.

The contract for...

Poultry link to 244,000 food poisoning cases

New research published by the Food Standards Agency gives the most detailed picture yet of how many people suffer from food poisoning in the UK every year and how much food poisoning can be attributed to different foods.

The findings are important as official data for food poisoning cases significantly under-estimates how big the problem is, as only the most serious cases get reported. Most people do not seek treatment from their GP, and not all GPs carry out tests for specific pathogens, so these unreported cases are not captured in routine surveillance data.

The data from...

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