7 Car accessories that you'll actually use

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 04/23/2021 - 6:04am

Here we are not delivering a magical wand to make your car high-tech; rather, we are discussing some helpful car accessories that might amaze you. There is a slight chance that you might never know there are cool gadgets available for the car that work as top-level amusement, exciting you every time you step into the car.

Out of the park, the modern car comes with high-tier technology features like an LCD rearview mirror, remote car starter, electric kettle, and many more. However, you can manually install each of these accessories in your car at a cost as low as $100. If you are...

5 Online tools that make your digital life easier

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 04/23/2021 - 6:00am

The convenience of technology does make distractions easier, but its usefulness in getting things done shouldn’t be ignored. Here’s a quick look at some of the best types of online tools that will help with productivity , work-life balance, organization, and stress relief for iOS and Android.

1. Apps that Make Work Easier

Gone are the days where people have one work computer with all of the dedicated apps they need to get work done for the day. Now, it’s an integrated system with multiple devices involved - with many people taking their work with them wherever they go. There are...

Exeter is keen to be green - the largest ever analysis of UK consumers’ carbon footprints reveals 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/22/2021 - 10:36pm
A quarter of Exeter respondents source their food locally according to WWF’s calculator

According to analysis by environmental organisation WWF and the Stockholm Environment Institute at the University of York, Exeter residents have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the UK.

Exeter residents taking part in the analysis had the lowest average carbon footprint of any large town or city with a population over 250,000 in the UK - of 11.6 CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent). 25% source their food locally, while 12% of respondents have solar panels (compared with the UK average of 7...

Exeter school makes nationwide Cyber Security Challenge final

The Maynard School's CyberCenturion VII team make it through to national finals

Students at The Maynard School in Exeter have won a coveted place in the final of a nationwide cyber security challenge.

CyberCenturion VII is a competition open to students aged 12-18 in the UK and British Overseas Territories, giving secondary school pupils the opportunity to develop their cyber security skills and put them to the test via a series of technical/network challenges.

The virtual final on 29 April 2021 will see 6 finalist teams compete for an all-expenses paid trip to the US...

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...

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