A retired pottery shop owner with early Alzheimer’s disease has said research has given him a new hope for life.
Eighty-year-old Martin Wallis, from Honiton, is currently taking part in a clinical trial at Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust.
The study, being supported by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) in the South West, the research arm of the NHS, is one of many being carried out locally looking to halt the progression of dementia, the biggest killer in the UK.
Before joining the study last summer Martin said he was unable to read or...
Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, has given its 650-strong pilot workforce a brand new look that complements the striking purple uniforms of its cabin crew.
The new navy uniform for its pilots features a stylishly fitted jacket with distinctive platinum epaulettes and stripes that clearly designate the rank of Captain (four stripes), Senior First Officer (three) and First Officer (two). Designed with full crew participation, the brief was for it to be a quality, comfortable, user-friendly outfit to better reflect the airline’s forward looking image than the previous...
The Real Food Store in Exeter is one of 100 leaders across England to have been selected for a competitive learning programme and Match Trading grant of up to £10,000.
More than 330 people across England applied for the Community Business Trade up Programme, run by the School for Social Entrepreneurs, in partnership with Power to Change. The programme supports people improving their local communities through trade.
The programme will support The Real Food Store to grow, which will help expand the awareness of organic, local food and sustainability in Exeter and the...
Wolborough Street in Newton Abbot will be closed during half term next month for major road works.
The road will be closed 24 hours a day from Monday 12 February to Saturday 17 February with a diversion route advised for through traffic. The work will take place between Wolborough Street traffic lights (Asda) and Ogwell Cross roundabout. The section of road between Pomeroy Road and Waltham Road will be completely reconstructed. The section from Waltham Road to Beverley Gardens will have ‘deep patching’ repairs. The complete length Pomeroy Road to Beverley Gardens will be resurfaced...
Residents in the Rosebarn Lane area of Exeter have the chance to view proposals for a residents parking scheme at a public exhibition on Thursday (15 February).
Devon County Council has drawn up the plans following requests from residents who struggled to park near their homes and in consultation with local councillors. This included the submission of a petition from residents and the results of a Devon County Council postal consultation held during May and June last year. The area includes Aldrin Road, Armstrong Avenue, California Close, Canberra Close, Collins Road (between...
The world famous New Jersey hip-hop act – best known for their timeless hit Rapper’s Delight – head to Devon this summer to headline Lemonfest 2018 on the Saturday night (9th June), topping an eclectic bill of music. Expect a celebration of all things old-school hip hop from the iconic act in what is going to be a full-on party set from start to finish.
Recently described as a mash up of Basement Jaxx and The Rocky Horror Picture Show performing at The Moulin Rouge, festival favourites Slamboree are one of a kind. They will be co-headlining the Friday (8th June) night opening party...
New figures show that more than £5.3 million of National Lottery funding was invested in Exeter in 2017 alone. In total 36 National Lottery grants were awarded in Exeter during last year; providing a vital boost to arts, sports and heritage projects alongside community groups helping those most in need. A wide variety of local projects received National Lottery funding last year, including:
£10,000 to Smile with Friends, in Exeter, for social activities for rurally isolated community members living with the effects of mental health problems.
Back to Bacharact celebrates the magical music of Burt Bacharach, one of the most accomplished popular composers of the 20th Century, who together with Hal David penned some of the most memorable and iconic hits that stand the test of time. This exciting production has been touring throughout the U.K. since September 2015 and is performed by 3 of the finest west end singers accompanied by a live 10 piece band recreating Burt Bacharach's timeless hits. Songs featured in the show include Alfie, Anyone Who Had A Heart, Arthur's Theme, Always Something There To Remind Me, Close To You, I Say A...
Back to Bacharact celebrates the magical music of Burt Bacharach, one of the most accomplished popular composers of the 20th Century, who together with Hal David penned some of the most memorable and iconic hits that stand the test of time.
This exciting production has been touring throughout the U.K. since September 2015 and is performed by 3 of the finest west end singers accompanied by a live 10 piece band recreating Burt Bacharach's timeless hits.
Songs featured in the show include Alfie, Anyone Who Had A Heart, Arthur's Theme, Always Something There To Remind Me, Close...
The 1st Seaton Rainbows marked World Wetlands Day with an evening of bird watching and crafts at Seaton Wetlands recently.
Joined by East Devon District Council’s Education ranger Penny Evans, the youngsters learnt about the significance of the international day which is used to raise public awareness about the importance and value of wetland environments which help to control flooding, improve bio-diversity and promote health and wellbeing.
Penny said: "We love welcoming groups of young people to Seaton Wetlands. Throughout the year we run activities such as pond dipping,...
