Veterans With Dogs invites supporters to take part in Captain Tom 100 special fundraising event

Following the outpouring of heartfelt messages since the death of Captain Sir Tom Moore on 2 February, his family pledged to celebrate his life with an event that everyone, in the UK and around the world, could be involved in. That event is the Captain Tom 100 and Veterans With Dogs is proud to be inviting our supporters to take part.

Veterans With Dogs , like many other charities, has been hugely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s had a catastrophic effect, with the cancellation of thousands of fundraising events and the loss of billions in income.

Captain Tom 100...

Net Zero Heroes

Celebrating Exeter’s Net Zero Heroes

Exeter City Futures has launched a brand new initiative, called Net Zero Heroes which aims to celebrate local individuals, families and groups of people who are taking action on the climate and helping to deliver the city’s Net Zero Exeter 2030 Plan. Net Zero Heroes has been launched for #EarthDay – a global awareness campaign to drive positive action for the planet.

Throughout the pandemic, residents, families and workers have come together as a community, changing their habits, buying local, pooling resources and supporting the more vulnerable members of the community....

The rise of fly-tipping in the UK

The rise of fly-tipping in the UK

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 04/22/2021 - 4:19pm

The issue of fly-tipping in the UK is one that has increased in prevalence in recent years. The problem has become more common than ever before over the past year following the global pandemic.

Not only does fly-tipping cause a public nuisance, but it is actually illegal in the UK and can carry severe punishments for those convicted. .

What is Fly-Tipping?

Fly-tipping is the illegal act of leaving waste without permission, often in undesignated areas. People fly-tip for a number of reasons, but convenience is usually the main culprit. Some view fly-tipping as an...

How to keep your business afloat during difficult times

How to keep your business afloat during difficult times

Every business goes through a rough patch, but when that rough patch starts costing you more than your profits, you may have a problem. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the number of businesses suffering financially, with many retail stores, hotels, restaurants, and more having to close down. That doesn’t mean there isn’t hope, though, and as a business owner, it is up to you to keep your business afloat even during the more difficult times – read on to learn how.

Assess Your Spending

If your business is struggling financially, the first step to take is to assess...

Photograph showing the official opening of the Exeter Works Hub

City centre hub opens to support jobseekers

A new drop in hub, which has been created to support people looking for work in Exeter and the surrounding area, as part of post-pandemic economic recovery plans, opens in the city centre next week.

Exeter Works, which is a partnership between Exeter City Council and Exeter Chamber of Commerce, has joined with Devon County Council to provide a space where people searching for a job will be able to obtain face-to-face information and support. The hub, which will be based in Princesshay, will also offer opportunities for businesses to advertise vacancies and training opportunities...

Funeral arrangements: Former Exmouth RNLI Coxswain/Mechanic Tim Mock

The following arrangements are in train concerning the funeral of former Exmouth RNLI Coxswain/Mechanic Tim Mock.

Following on from our previous sad announcement of the death of former Exmouth RNLI Lifeboat Coxswain/Mechanic, Tim Mock, and Coronavirus restrictions regarding limited attendance at his funeral :

The funeral cortege will be driving along the seafront between the new Lifeboat Station in Queens Drive, Exmouth to the old station, now Exmouth Rowing Club, starting at 12.25pm on Thursday 29th April 2021

Tim's family would like to invite anyone who wishes to...

Fighting a Charge? Your guide to aggravated assault in Georgia

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 04/22/2021 - 1:10pm

You're facing aggravated assault in Georgia. You feel overwhelmed and powerless. You're not sure how you can fight the charges in court. An aggravated assault case can carry prison time and hefty fines, but an attorney can help you.

With the help of a lawyer, you stand a good chance of beating the charges. The last thing you want to do is represent yourself in court. You'll need strong legal representation to make an effective argument in the courtroom.

This article will explain aggravated assault in greater detail. Read further to know more.

Whatis aggravated...

Earth Day: The next steps to protect coastlines and waterways

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/22/2021 - 12:21pm

Author: Chris Reeder, Regional Business Development Manager, Bolina

The marine environment is facing unprecedented change as a result of direct human activity and climate change. Marine pollution is a global challenge, which needs to be addressed from multiple angles, both behavioural and technological, and from prevention to restoration. This Earth Day, I want to highlight that the marine environment is under threat from climate change, pollution and over-fishing. It is vital that we are proactive in taking advantage of new technology opportunities to drive change.

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Students selected to share their views on climate change for Good Energy

Exeter School pupil selected for board of renewable electricity company

Students selected to share their views on climate change for Good Energy

An Exeter School pupil has been selected from almost 1,000 applicants to sit on the Good Future board of a British renewable energy company.

Year 8 pupil Jack is one of six young people selected to share their views on climate change for Good Energy, the UK’s first renewable electricity supplier.

The board is made of up of six secondary school-aged students who will feed into how Good Energy is run and make sure the voices of tomorrow’s leaders are heard.

Jack said: “I applied for the Good...

Valeport achieves Made In Britain status

Marine tech firm achieves Made In Britain status

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 04/22/2021 - 11:44am

Valeport, a global leader in underwater measuring equipment, has achieved the internationally recognised Made In Britain accreditation for its range of innovative marine solutions that are developed, designed and manufactured at its UK headquarters in Totnes, Devon.

The independent, family-owned business, which employees more than 90 people from state-of-the art facilities on the River Dart, designs and supplies precision sensors and probes to a worldwide customer base that includes: environmental, energy, construction, dredging, engineering, scientific research and military...

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