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6 Most Talked about Science Fiction eBooks of all Time

Authored by EmiliaJames
Posted: Fri, 05/05/2023 - 8:31am

Science fiction is the most fascinating category in literature writing. Such novels take their readers on virtual adventure far away from the real world. It is something out of the world and beyond imagination!

Practically, science fiction is a subcategory of the large category of fiction. As it is an inclusive category, that's why most writers and readers consider it an autonomous category.

Creating to introduce the readers to the otherworldly special characters and technologies all along the way.

Science fiction is a blend of imaginative ideas and scientific...

Graham Coton, Associate Director, Robert Williams Estate Agents

Graham brings estate agency expertise home to Devon

Robert Williams, the Experts in Property estate agency on Southernhay West in Exeter, is thrilled to welcome accomplished property expert, Graham Coton as Associate Director.

Heading up the highly reputed sales team, Graham brings with him more than 35 years’ experience in the property industry. Born in Exeter and raised in Barnstaple, Graham spent the first 10 years of his working life as a property developer in the UK and Caribbean before embarking on his estate agency career with a role in Central London.

Graham worked his way up the ranks, gaining valuable knowledge and...

Why the art of gold beating is still relevant today

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Fri, 05/05/2023 - 6:13am

Due to the advancement of technology, many skills have disappeared. For example, only 50 years ago switchboard operators were common, but today this job has disappeared. This is not the only example, there are many and there will be many more.

Gold beating is still practiced: many gold beaters today rely on machines to prepare the gold, leaving just the creation of leaves to be done by hand. While this is a cost-saving, it doesn’t produce the same high-quality gold leaves as completing the entire process by hand.

The skill of manually striking gold to create gold leaves...

Exeter Chamber announces its latest partnership with world class leadership organisation – Commando Training Centre - Royal Marines

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 05/04/2023 - 11:26pm

Exeter Chamber welcomes the Commando Training Centre, Royal Marines (CTCRM) as its latest strategic partner. The world-class military establishment who is already actively engaged with local communities and businesses, welcomes the new partnership that will offer an accelerated programme of insight, support, and connectivity to the business community in Exeter and the Greater Exeter Area.

The Commando Training Centre at Lympstone selects and trains all Royal Marines Officers, Recruits and Reserves. On average, 3400 ranks are trained annually, with an average of 1400 students in...

Citizens Advice Exeter and Citizens Advice Torbay welcome new Chief Executive

Citizens Advice Exeter and Citizens Advice Torbay have welcomed Sue Julyan as their new chief executive. The local advice charities are independent but share some management functions under a partnership agreement.

Sue joins after working in education for more than 20 years, most recently as headteacher of Torre C of E Academy in Torquay. She also has experience of the voluntary sector, having been a Scout leader for nearly 10 years and a volunteer for the Purple Angels Memory Café.

Sue Julyan, Chief Executive of Citizens Advice Exeter and Citizens Advice Torbay, said...

The Most Popular Car Accessories for Style and Personalisation

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Thu, 05/04/2023 - 10:44pm

Car accessories are an excellent way to personalise and add style to your vehicle. They can help you to stand out from the crowd and show off your personality. Whether you want to add a touch of luxury or a bit of bling, there are plenty of car accessories available to suit your style. In this blog post, we will take a look at some of the most popular car accessories for style and personalisation.

  1. Alloy Wheels

Alloy wheels are one of the most popular car accessories for style and personalisation. They come in a range of different sizes, styles and finishes,...

Plans submitted for co-living flats in centre of Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/04/2023 - 10:14pm

McLaren Property are delighted to announce the submission of a planning application for a new co-living development in the heart of Exeter’s city centre, on Summerland Street, in between Verney Street and Red Lion Lane, EX1 2AT.

The development would provide 167 high-quality homes alongside an outstanding range of communal amenities: including a cinema room, gym, co-working space, library, as well as lounges and kitchens on each floor and a shared roof terrace.

The development will provide young professionals and key workers with much-needed opportunities to live and...

'Crucial part' of Exeter's cycle network set to be approved

A new cycle route along one of Exeter’s busiest residential streets is expected to be approved next week.

Devon County Council says the proposed 700-metre stretch along Rifford Road, between the junctions with Ludwell Lane and Honiton Road, is said to form a “crucial part” of the city’s north-to-south E12 route.

Once completed, it will create a continuous route between Polsloe Bridge station and the new railway station at Marsh Barton.

The £1.7 million scheme, a third of which is funded by the Department for Transport, will go to the council’s ruling cabinet for...

Female partnership of Michelmores reaches 48% following the promotion of new Senior Associates and Partners

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/04/2023 - 8:04pm

UK law firm Michelmores has appointed six new female Partners and six Senior Associates, bringing the female partnership level to 48% and the current proportion of female Senior Associates to 73%.

The newly appointed partners are employment and immigration lawyer Lynsey Blyth , agriculture lawyer Josie Edwards , family lawyer Sarah Green , corporate lawyer Francesca Hubbard , employment lawyer Rachael Lloyd , and commercial lawyer Chloe Vernon-Shore .

Commenting on this year's promotions, Tim Richards, Managing Partner said:

"I am pleased to announce our new...

Police appeal after Exeter phone shop burglary

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following reports of a burglary at a store in Exeter City Centre.

Officers were contacted just before 11.15pm on Wednesday 3 May to reports of a break in at a phone store on Exeter High Street.

Investigation officer DI Guy Biggar said: “We are currently investigating a high value burglary which happened in the 3G Ltd store in the City Centre. Four men in balaclavas were reported to have fled the scene in a black car with a large quantity of equipment, believed to be worth tens of thousands of pounds.

“The...

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