Fire services in the south west have joined together to identify the seven fatal factors that link most home fire deaths in the region. The report has been compiled using research data from a total of 88 deaths from 2008 to 2013.
The results show that there are seven common factors in most house fires resulting in death
The seven most common linking factors include: living alone, poor mental health and limited mobility as well as smoking, alcohol, poor housekeeping and use of both prescription or illegal drugs. Station Manager Andy Justice, Fire Investigation Manager for...
The Bishop of Crediton, Nick McKinnel, has pledged to buy and eat only local food this Lent, wherever possible.
Bishop Nick and his wife Jan will buy only food grown and produced in Devon and Cornwall throughout the six weeks of Lent, which begins this week on Ash Wednesday.
He said: “I am hoping wherever possible to buy food sourced only in Devon and Cornwall. This helps to cut food miles and carbon emissions, as well as supporting local farmers. There are farm shops and farmers markets across the county which we hope to frequent, and by shopping for local produce, we are...
Lycra-clad cycling enthusiasts are being called to take part in the second Kitsons Devon Classic Bike Ride which is supporting local charity Hospiscare in 2014. The popular bike ride, taking place on Sunday July 20, features a challenge for all cycling abilities across a choice of three routes, adding a different element to the event and allowing individuals to pick between 55, 85 and 100 mile routes. Each course starts and finishes at David Lloyd Club, Exeter, and will take the cyclists out into the beautiful Devon countryside. Another added element to this year’s event comes at the end...
Harry Shawmut is a man who often says things he shouldn't. He once made an unkind comment to a lady in passing and now, years later, he has decided to apologise. But saying sorry isn't always that straightforward. Harry uses us, the theatre audience, to help rehearse the most elaborate apology in history, taking us through the contours of his hilarious, shocking and uniquely moving life story.
Brought to you by New Perspectives, the East Midlands leading touring theatre company, this heart warming one-man show marks the first ever UK stage adaptation of a work by the...
Following on from the success of Exeter’s Great West Run in 2013, race organisers GO2 are pleased to announce Sunday 19 October as the official date for this year's half marathon alongside Exeter based Tozers Solicitors, who have been named as the new race sponsors.
Rachel Elliott, Business Development Manager for Tozers Solicitors, said: “We are delighted to be sponsoring this year’s Great West Run, as it is such a longstanding and successful event in the region’s sporting calendar.
"As well as promoting this run to our clients, we are also encouraging our business...
A possible outbreak of mumps at Clyst Vale Community College in Broadclyst has seen health authorities ask the public to check they have had two doses of the MMR vaccine. In all twenty possible cases have been reported at Clyst Vale affecting both students and teachers and has been connected to Cullompton Rugby Club who cancelled games on Saturday 1st March to reduce the risk of further infection. The Public Health Team at Devon County Council are now working with Public Health England to inform people that two doses of the MMR vaccine are needed to protect against the virus causing mumps...
LUXURY city living is set to reach new heights at an exclusive new development in Exeter with the launch of a professional concierge service for all residents.
For those residing at the prestigious Dean Clarke House apartments on Southernhay, a concierge will be on hand to offer a range of ways to assist in the smooth running of their everyday lives.
It is the first time a service of its kind has been offered in Exeter and it is set to raise the bar of luxury living standards in the city.
"Having a concierge to hand is the ultimate luxury, complementing the...
Here is a list of eight foods, including some pancake day favourites, that when contained in the right enviroment may never need to be thrown away again...
#1 - Honey
Honey will forever be there for you, and will never lose its precious quality. It is possible that it changes color, or even crystallizes over a certain period of time, but it will always remain safe and delicious. This is because microorganisms can’t stand the low water content of honey. To keep it in its natural form, you should keep it in a cool area and make sure that it is tightly closed! If the honey...
Firefighters throughout Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service will be rolling up their sleeves this weekend to take part in the National Car Wash to raise vital funds for The Fire Fighters Charity.
Firmly established on the fire and rescue service calendar, the National Car Wash is the charity's largest national fundraising event of the year. Motorists are invited to take their car along and have it washed in return for a donation to The Fire Fighters Charity, the UK’s leading provider of services that enhance quality of life for serving and retired fire service personnel...
As part of their impressive expansion plans, Okehampton based accountancy firm, My Business Centre are thrilled to announce that they are now offering their unique services to clients in Exeter. The business, run by Fiona Rook, is currently looking for the perfect location in Exeter’s City Centre with high visibility and customer parking but in the meantime have meeting rooms available or are of course, very willing to meet you at your premises. The rapid growth and success in the Okehampton office has led the team to believe now is the right time to expand.
