New 25 acre green space secured for East Devon residents

A new area of open green space for local people to enjoy next year has been acquired by East Devon District Council.

This first new public space marks an important landmark in creating the Clyst Valley Regional Park, which stretches from National Trust Killerton to Clyst St Mary near the Exe Estuary. The new space is expected to open to the public in 2023, providing a wider choice for residents and visitors as an alternative to protected sites such as the East Devon Pebblebed Heaths and the Exe Estuary.

Roughly equivalent to the size of 9 rugby pitches, the land for the...

SWR announces 1st October strike service levels

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2022 - 8:46pm

South Western Railway (SWR) is urging customers only to travel by rail if absolutely necessary on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 October due to the planned RMT and TSSA industrial action.

Customers should expect severe disruption on the network and, if they must travel on either of those days, should seek to do so by other means.

SWR has published its strike day service levels for Saturday 1 October, which will provide a severely reduced service on the routes Network Rail has made available.

Significant parts of the network will be closed entirely and those trains that...

New chief constable formally appointed

By Philip Churm, local democracy reporter.

Devon and Cornwall Police’s new chief constable was quizzed on how he plans to tackle hate crime, community policing and violence against women and girls before being formally approved for the role.

At a confirmation hearing of the Devon and Cornwall police and crime panel in Plymouth on Wednesday (21 September) Will Kerr OBE, a deputy chief constable in Scotland was endorsed as the region’s new chief constable.

His appointment follows the retirement of Shaun Sawyer last month who had been in the role for more than a...

Fever & Boutique bring the party to Exeter

Fever & Boutique bring the party to Exeter

After months of planning, preparation, and building, locals have had their first glimpse of the new-look Fever & Boutique, as the doors to the totally transformed club finally opened.

The refurbishment, worth more than £1,500,000 and over three months in the making, saw the building stripped back to bricks and mortar, with the extensive refit creating all-new space that Exeter will love even more than its predecessor.

There are new bars, new furniture, new lighting – new everything – so that locals have a new favourite spot to see in the early hours. Across the club’...

4 Ways to Enjoy a Luxurious Vacation with Your Family or Friends

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2022 - 12:23pm

Between the pressure to perform, the demands of your coworkers and clients, and the fact that you probably need to keep an eye on your work-life balance , it's easy to feel overwhelmed. It's also easy to forget what it feels like to relax.

Studies show that there are multiple relaxation methods, like meditation and breathing exercises, that can help reduce stress. While you can do this within the comfort of your home, a relaxing vacation would also work wonders. That's why a luxurious vacation, perhaps to somewhere like Amanyara Turks and Caicos , is a perfect way to enjoy some...

What You Need to Know About Walnut Wood

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 09/21/2022 - 9:48pm

There is a significant amount of variation in the quality of walnut wood. Density is a significant factor when it comes to the quality of the materials we can utilize to manufacture furniture. The furniture can withstand termite attacks for decades because of its high density. Walnut wood is an excellent example of a species of wood that satisfies the requirement for having a high density.

For example, individuals in North Africa, Asia, and the United States utilize this wood for home furniture. Europeans hardly ever use this wood to make furniture because it is hard to find in...

Lord Mayor of Exeter visits care home with books of condolence

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/21/2022 - 4:19pm

The Lord Mayor of Exeter begun visiting care homes across the city last week to allow residents to sign books of condolence to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. She started with a visit to Cumberland Grange.

Staff and residents at Barchester’s Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter were extremely honoured to have The Lord Mayor join them and spend time reminiscing on what a wonderful women The Queen was, and how much of an impact she had on our lives over the years.

Deputy Manager, Daniela Caba, said: “During what has been an emotional time for many of our residents, it...

Exeter homelessness charity pilots new business scheme with leading national retailer

Exeter homelessness charity pilots new business scheme with leading national retailer

A key Exeter homelessness charity has teamed up with a leading clothing retailer to trial a new business community initiative, intended to boost funding to help people without a home.

St Petrock’s, which provides services for rough sleepers and people who are vulnerably housed in the city, has awarded AllSaints their St Petrock’s Business Partner status and it’s hoped to be the first of many such relationships between the charity and local firms.

Peter Stephenson, Director with St Petrock’s, explained: “The pilot with AllSaints builds on our existing Friends of St...

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New Play explores James Lovelock’s Gaia theory

New Play explores James Lovelock’s Gaia theory A new play telling the story of James Lovelock’s Gaia theory will be developed in Exeter. A group of actors and musicians will spend ten days working on the script for ‘Gaia and the Globe’, a play with songs which celebrates the science behind Gaia, and explores the social and cultural implications of the theory. Writer Peter Horton is inspired by the hypothesis which was developed in the 1970s. James Lovelock and US microbiologist Lynn Margulis put forward the idea that the earth and all its organisms are closely integrated to form a self-...

What Should You Know Before Hiring an Architect?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 09/21/2022 - 11:13am

Home renovation is no easy feat. It requires dedication, prolonged motivation, and sacrifice. Usually, it is a lengthy endeavour that often trounces those all-important budget expectations, so if there are areas where you can get help, it is wise to do so. If you are considering hiring an architect for your project, you’ve come to the right article. Everything you need to know before deciding yes or no to professional input from an architectural firm is explored below.

Every Firm Has Different Protocols

When finding any service, it is recommended to shop around. Architects are...

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