Legends look forward to this weekend's big football derby

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Wed, 12/12/2012 - 11:41pm

Two legends that know all about the Devon Derby dropped by at St James’ Park recently, ahead of this weekend’s much-anticipated meeting between Exeter City and Plymouth Argyle.

John Delve and Johnny Hore each played for both the Grecians and the Pilgrims in their day – both as teammates, and as opponents! And both will be in attendance at the latest instalment of the derby on Saturday, for the midday kick-off.

Delve will be at the match as usual with many of his old friends and former teammates from his two spells with Exeter. He joined Plymouth from QPR, just down the road...

New development squad draws big names to Exeter FC

Playing teams such as Fulham, Tottenham and Chelsea every week sounds like the stuff of footballing dreams - but thanks to an education programme being delivered by Exeter City’s Football in the Community Trust, in partnership with Teignmouth Community School, that’s exactly the sides Exeter City’s Development Squad are meeting each Wednesday.

The Trust created its first Development Squad this season and entered the English Colleges Football Association Premier League/Football League Division. The league includes high-profile teams such as Tottenham, Watford, Birmingham and Chelsea...

Post Chanukah party

Event Date: 
16/12/2012 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Venue: 
Hub on the Green, 8 Cathedral Close, EX1 1EZ Exeter, Devon

As we approach the 250th anniversary of Exeter Synagogue, we are starting to raise funds for some much-needed repairs to make the synagogue fit for the celebrations and to continue into the future.

Join us for Exeter Synagogue's first fundraising event - with Chanukah food - latkes, doughnuts, crafts, candles, jewellery, bric-a-brac.

Putting the FUN in FUNdraising - tell all your friends - especially those coming to the last day of Exeter's Christmas Market on Cathedral Green Bring something to sell, as well as more ideas for fundraising.

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Top tips on how to stay safe and well this winter

As the cold weather begins to take hold across the region South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is urging members of the public to choose well this winter.

Making only essential journeys during periods of severe weather, and taking extra care when outside walking on icy surfaces, can prevent many incidents.

The Trust is committed to delivering the Right Care in the Right Place at the Right Time, however, not all of the calls we receive warrant an ambulance response and the 999 ambulance service should only be used for emergency situations....

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M6 closed off after chemical tanker catches fire

Authored by JAMIII
Posted: Wed, 12/12/2012 - 12:58pm

The M6 is currently closed off, and drivers have been evacuated after a large tanker, reportedly carrying chemicals, caught fire.

Images shared by people at the scene show the tanker on fire, and very long queues behind with no movement possible.

Five people are reportedly being treated at the scene for injuries.

(NewsPoint)

Exeter City v Plymouth Argyle Match Day Info

Authored by JAMIII
Posted: Wed, 12/12/2012 - 12:26pm

Important information for fans attending the Argyle game.

Exeter City would like to advise supporters on a number of important arrangements for this weekend’s derby fixture against Plymouth Argyle.

You can access our usual ticket pricing information by clicking here and information about how to travel to St James’ Park by clicking here . KICK OFF The derby game will kick off at 12 noon . Turnstiles will be open to enter the stadium from 10.45am. As usual, there is no parking available for supporters at the stadium and residential parking in the vicinity of St James’ Park is...

Live updates from RD&E's Emergency Department

Tomorrow, the people of Exeter will be able to find out more about the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Trust’s services by following @RDEhospital and #tweetwell on Twitter.

As part of the national NHS tweetathon, on Thursday (13th Dec) the RD&E will be tweeting live updates from the Emergency Department as well as information about other local NHS services. Twitter users can follow @RDEhospital and #tweetwell to receive all our updates between 10am and 5pm.

We are piloting this account during the national NHS tweetathon and will evaluate its success before deciding whether...

Apprentice Style Charity Event at Tamar Science Park Plymouth

Event Date: 
12/12/2012 - 11:00am to 21/12/2012 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
Tamar Science Park, Davy Road, Derriford, Plymouth PL6 8BX

Rebecca Garrett Media Ltd is based at the Tamar Science Park in Plymouth. Every year we like to try and do our bit for charity, so next week (17th-21st December) we will be spending the week doing an Apprentice Style fundraising competition.

Rebecca (or Karen Brady) as she wants to be known for the week has split us into two teams with the goal of raising as much cash as possible for our chosen charity. Our team (Team Quality) have picked Guide Dogs for the Blind as our charity and will be spending the week making and selling cakes, Christmas gifts, car washing and singing for...

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