A new renewable energy system has recently been installed at Dawlish Leisure Centre, as part of the much needed upgrade to the building management system.
The new biomass heating system is fuelled by wood pellets, which burn more cleanly than traditional fossil fuels and are practically carbon neutral because they use natural resources.
The installation of the biomass heating system is part of Teignbridge District Council’s ongoing plan to reduce waste and the reliance on fossil fuels, become more energy efficient, save on costs and protect the environment for future...
Technology is playing an increasingly important role in helping growing numbers of people to live longer in their own homes, says Devon County Council. Many people though are simply unaware of the vast range of technologies available on the market, which could greatly enhance their quality of life. And many care providers - care home owners, personal care providers, day centre providers - may also not be aware how new technologies could be helping their business, as well as the people they support, the Council says. The Council has organised an event in Cullompton on Tuesday 1 March, to...
A rare chance to see a vibrant tapestry by artist Grayson Perry, created for his popular Tomb of the Unknown Craftsman exhibition at The British Museum, is set to be displayed at the National Trust’s Castle Drogo from Saturday 5th March.
The 15ft wide Map of Truths and Beliefs, created by Perry in 2011, will be part of the new Truth and Triomphe exhibition at the castle. Perry’s tapestry will be hung alongside a French masterpiece, the 300 year old Char de Triomphe, made for King Louis XIV and believed to have hung in the Palace of Versailles during his reign.
Tiny dancers enjoyed their first performing experience in Twinkle and Teddy’s Big Day out, a babyballet production
On Sunday 21st February Exeter’s Corn Exchange played host to a very special full length production; Twinkle and Teddy’s Big Day out.
Produced by the award winning babyballet Exeter Central of DanSci Dance Studio the performance showcased their tinniest stars, a cast of children aged between three and six years old.
The sell-out show took the audience of friends and family on an enchanting, magical day trip full of excitement and mystery. Twinkle &...
Detectives are appealing for information after several distinctive items of jewellery were taken during two burglaries in Clyst St Mary, Exeter.
Two properties in Clyst Valley Road were broken into while the victims were away on holiday.
During the first burglary, that happened sometime between Saturday 13 February and Wednesday 17 February, Australian dollars were stolen, as well as a number of unique and distinctive pieces of jewellery (crime reference CR/ 011053/16).
An 18 carat gold necklace chain (pictured) with a unique design handcrafted in Pakistan,
Officers investigating a high-value burglary at a residential caravan in the Kennford area of Exeter are appealing for information.
The caravan, at Kennford Caravan Park, was broken into at around 9.50pm on Sunday 14 February when the offenders smashed a window to gain entry.
Several expensive items of jewellery were taken including a silver flat curb chain-linked necklace and bracelet valued at £8,500; an Oyster Perpetual Rolex watch worth £5,000; an Armani watch; a brown leather strap watch (with gold mechanisms visible through the watch face); and a yellow gold diamond...
As 2016 gets underway, a local fundraiser is sending out a message of thanks to all who raised funds for Macmillan Cancer Support last year.
Bridget Hill, Macmillan Fundraising Manager for South, Mid and East Devon said: "Because of all your support, in 2015 Macmillan was able to commit £310,686 in Devon, helping to support over 35,000 people living with or beyond cancer locally. That means there are now over 50 Macmillan professionals working in the county.
"I want to say a personal thank you to everyone who hosted or attended coffee mornings, volunteered their time, took...
The University of Exeter will be better able to support business growth thanks to a new partnership with the UK Space Agency.
Experts at the University will help run a new Centre of Excellence using satellite data. This will allow academics to work with industry, particularly small businesses, to ensure new products and services become commercially available.
The Satellite Applications Catapult’s South West Centre of Excellence, which is co-funded by the UK Space Agency, will use data obtained through satellites to generate global trade opportunities for the South West. It...
Come along to explore the fascinating and gruesome parts of history Travel back in time to a different period of history every week with themed crafts, costumes, and horrible history facts!
Each session takes place in the Pearson Education Centre between 10am and noon and children can be dropped off and left for the entire session.
STUPID STUARTS - 27th February: Try to survive the perilous times of the Stuart. Will you survive the Gunpowder Plot, the Plague and the Great Fire of London?? Create a collage to remember some of these scary events.
