Devon gets electric vehicle charger boost

Electric vehicle charging service provider, Wenea, has reached a deployment milestone with 55 EV chargers now live in its UK network, with more than 30 of those in Devon. Wenea expects to have 200 chargers deployed by the end of 2023, with the aim of accelerating the transition to electric mobility.

The Devon chargers are spread across Exeter, Exmouth, Beer, Sidmouth, Colyton, and Axminster with more locations in the pipeline. The chargers in these locations will also support tourism from EV owners. Wenea is working in partnership with local tourism organisations to promote this...

Loneliness Awareness Week - Expert shares tips to help someone experiencing loneliness

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/14/2023 - 1:49pm

Loneliness Awareness Week (12-18 June) is an initiative by the Marmalade Trust, which aims to raise awareness of loneliness across the UK and beyond.

According to research, 85% of UK adults have experienced loneliness within the last 12 months.

To mark this important week, the experts at leading online training provider High Speed Training have shared some tips on how to identify the problem and help someone experiencing loneliness .

Loneliness refers to the state of being alone or the perception of being alone and isolated. This can have a significant impact on...

Taste the Stars and unlock the elements: Bird & Blend's Teas of the Zodiac unveiled in time for summer solstice

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 06/14/2023 - 12:33pm
The 12 signs of the Zodiac each have their own characteristics… now they have their own flavour!

Bird & Blend have introduced their Zodiac tea collection, where the art of tea blending harmoniously aligns with your astrological sign. Each blend is carefully crafted with the finest tea leaves, herbs, and ingredients to enhance your unique characteristics.

The beauty of this collection lies in its versatility, it offers a range of blends that go beyond your zodiac sign, allowing a spirited Gemini to find stability in a Taurus blend or a passionate Scorpio to seek balance...

Electric car being charged

Devon gets electric vehicle charger boost as Wenea deploys over 50 chargers across the UK

Authored by Cornerstone
Posted: Wed, 06/14/2023 - 10:56am

Electric vehicle charging service provider, Wenea, has reached a deployment milestone with 55 EV chargers now live in its UK network, with more than 30 of those in Devon. Wenea expects to have 200 chargers deployed by the end of 2023, with the aim of accelerating the transition to electric mobility.

The Devon chargers are spread across Exeter, Exmouth, Beer, Sidmouth, Colyton, and Axminster with more locations in the pipeline. The chargers in these locations will also support tourism from EV owners. Wenea is working in partnership with local tourism organisations to promote this to...

Image showing Jeneba Kanneh-Mason

Budleigh Music Festival announces change to line up

Organisers of this month’s Budleigh Music Festival have announced a last minute change to their line-up, after their ‘Rising Star’ performer had to pull out due to illness.

The festival’s Rising Star for 2023, pianist Ethan Loch, was due to perform at the festival on Monday 3 July, but withdrew from the event last week.

Now organisers have secured another young musician, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, to perform in Ethan’s place.

Chair of the festival, Kate Somerby, said; “Jeneba gave a commanding performance last year, to a sell-out crowd who leapt to their feet and cheered...

Redefining Green: Your Guide to Making Your Business Environmentally Friendly

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 06/14/2023 - 10:09am

In a rapidly evolving business landscape, "Redefining Green" is more than just a phrase; it's an urgent call to action for UK businesses. In the face of climate change and dwindling natural resources, sustainability is not merely an option but a necessity for long-term viability and success. This guide aims to provide you with the necessary insights to transform your business into an environmentally-friendly powerhouse. From understanding the significance of sustainable practices to redefining your business model and enhancing your green identity, we'll explore practical and effective...

England ace Jack delivers tips to Saracens

England and British & Irish Lions star Jack Nowell made the dreams of young Exeter rugby players come true by making a special guest appearance at a training session – thanks to Selco.

After opening a new branch in the city last year, we arranged for Jack to offer tips and advice to two junior teams at Exeter Saracens.

The boys under 13s and girls under 14s were the two groups to benefit in a session held at the Saracens’ home ground of Exhibition Fields in Whipton.

Departing Exeter Chiefs winger Jack said: “It was a fantastic night and great to see so many...

BLUETTI to Release AC180, Making Another Breakthrough in Portable Power Station Area

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 06/13/2023 - 10:00pm

Spring camping has gradually become popular in recent years, providing a precious chance for people to get rid of the hustle and bustle of urban life and have close contact with nature. However, most of their trips experienced mobile power shortages out there.

BLUETTI, a market leader in the energy storage industry, is about to unveil a brand-new model. As a successor of the previous portable stations such as EB150 and EB240, AC180 is designed with a bunch of improvements that kit it up a notch, making it a well-deserved portable power station for emergency backup, sudden...

‘Green van man’ holds key to cutting carbon on the roads

  • Eco drivers given chance to win thousands of pounds, thanks to Devon-techEco drivers given chance to win thousands of pounds, thanks to Devon-tech

A new eco-driver engagement initiative, which has been set up to transform the way business vans are driven in the UK, will give away thousands of pounds this year in rewards to encourage a new breed of ‘green van man’ in the battle against global warming.

Created by Exeter-based fleet rewards and telematics specialist Lightfoot, the monthly Elite Driver Championship, sponsored by Allianz Commercial, will give fleet...

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