Exeter City will go into their Sky Bet League Two season full of confidence after beating a Cardiff City XI 3-0 at St James Park, to round off an excellent pre-season which saw the Grecians win all seven of their fixtures.
Two goals from Robbie Simpson, who looks to have settled well going into his first season with the club, and a first half strike from Lee Holmes made the difference for the home side, who once again impressed on a slightly controversial night in Devon.
It began with some confusion as fans made their way to St James Park expecting to see some high profile...
Exeter City’s friendly against Cardiff City, at 7.30 this evening, will be unaffected by the fire at St Sidwell Street, Exeter.
In a statement, Exeter City FC said: “We are keeping up to date with police regarding road closures and traffic information and should have more information for supporters early this afternoon.
“However, there are plenty of alternative routes to St James Park should the roundabout off of St Sidwell Street still be closed this evening.
“We would urge fans travelling to the game to keep up to date with the traffic information given out by...
Police in Teignbridge are appealing for witnesses in relation to a robbery that occurred on Monday 25th July 2016, in the area of Bitton Avenue, Teignmouth.
Shortly before 8pm a woman, who was walking alone, was approached from behind by a man who attempted to steal her handbag, knocking her to the floor in the process.
Following a short struggle, the suspect made off empty handed, in the direction of Park Hill. The woman, age 17, suffered a slight shoulder injury.
The suspect is described as over 5’6”, wearing a black hooded top and blue jeans. Anyone with...
As the summer holidays descend upon us, Knightshayes have kicked off the summer with a packed out programme of exciting events. These include the opportunity to climb the biggest Turkey Oak tree in England as well as achieve lots of the activities on the National Trust’s ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾’ list.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during the summer holidays, there’ll be plenty of chances to get outdoors and close to nature exploring Knightshayes’ wider woodland and parkland. 2 - 4 August: Plant it, Grow it, Eat it. With a huge, fully productive kitchen garden,...
Holne Park House and CRS Adventures, based on the River Dart Country Park in Devon, ran a two-day training programme for the Exeter Chiefs in preparation for the squad’s pre-season campaign.
The action-packed programme was centred around team-building and involved an array of timed challenges; from tractor pulling, dismantling and rebuilding a canon, to raft racing and a multi-terrain log carry.
Each challenge lasted approximately 45 minutes – and ensured that each team member was challenged both physically and mentally to prepare them for the gruelling season ahead....
The pace of increase in construction sector workloads continue to slow, according to the latest RICS UK Construction Market Survey, extending a trend that goes back to the middle of last year.
Across all sectors in the South West region a subdued picture is painted; 12% more respondents reported a rise in activity over the previous three months compared with 32% in the first quarter, with the most distinct slowdowns being seen in the private housing and private commercial subdivisions. Most notably 24% of contributors still reported an increase in private housing activity –...
Exeter City have the chance to record seven pre-season wins from seven as they welcome Cardiff City to St James Park tonight (July 28th).
With City’s Sky Bet League Two season kicking off in just over a week against Blackpool, the tie against the Bluebirds will be the last chance for the players in a game situation, to convince manager Paul Tisdale they are worthy of a starting place at Bloomfield Road on August 6.
The Grecians beat Taunton Town on Tuesday night as City rounded off their pre-season away fixtures. Prior to that victory they had already beaten Weymouth FC,...
A Full Council meeting of Exeter City Council meeting held at Exeter Guildhall on Tuesday 26 July 2016 unanimously passed a motion reaffirming unequivocal condemnation of any form of behaviour that is racist, xenophobic, incites hatred, discriminates against or harms members of our community.
In proposing the Labour Group motion, Cllr Lewis Keen [St David's] said: "I've proposed this motion concerning hate crime due to a significant rise across the country, and this has been reflected in concern from many residents, who have contacted me and my fellow councillors."
A ground-breaking project to eliminate a deadly virus in Devon has received a national award.
Addaction’s hepatitis C work has received national recognition by The Communique Awards, which look for initiatives that lead to real improvements in healthcare locally and internationally.
Addaction is the lead partner in the local drug and alcohol partnership RISE Recovery. With The Hepatitis C Trust, Addaction formed the project to bust the myths, misconceptions and stigma surrounding hepatitis C and encourage people at risk through injecting drugs to be tested and consider...
Dozens of fire crews have been fighting a blaze in Exeter city centre this afternoon.
Fifteen appliances from across Devon, including one from Somerset, were called to the Richer Sounds in Sidwell Street at around 1.45, after smoke was reported to be billowing from the store.
A spokesperson for Devon & Cornwall Police said: “Police were informed just after 2.05pm of a fire in the basement of Richer Sounds Music Shop on Sidwell Street.
“There are reports of a large amount of smoke and this is drifting into nearby areas including Newtown. Police are advising that...
