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Aer Lingus launches a brand-new transatlantic route to Pittsburgh

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Posted: Thu, 12/11/2025 - 3:56pm

Aer Lingus is expanding its transatlantic network with a brand-new route launching next year. From 25th May 2026, the airline will commence a new service to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Customers flying from the UK to Pittsburgh can conveniently connect at Dublin from 13 UK airports including: Exeter , Cornwall Airport Newquay, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Leeds Bradford, Newcastle, Southampton, Liverpool John Lennon, Isle of Man and London Heathrow.

By connecting in Dublin, UK customers can avail of Dublin Airport’s unique U.S. preclearance facility...

Exeter patient first in UK to trial new 3D imaging technology for rheumatoid arthritis

Patients suspected of having rheumatoid arthritis in Exeter will be the first in the country to trial a new type of 3D imaging technology that could help avoid permanent damage to joints by detecting rheumatoid arthritis at the earliest stages.

With funding from Innovate UK, the University of Exeter is undertaking the first live trials of the AdaptixOrtho350 - a new, portable imaging technology that offers 3D imaging at a similar cost and radiation dose to traditional 2D X-rays. supporting clinicians to obtain more detailed images that aid earlier diagnosis and improve ongoing...

Toby’s Garden Festival Announces 2026 Dates

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Posted: Wed, 12/10/2025 - 6:40pm

Returning to Powderham Castle on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May 2026 (10am–5pm), Toby’s Garden Festival promises two inspiring days of gardening, education, food, fun and hands-on activities. This year’s theme, Discovery, sets the tone for a festival brimming with new experiences, expert insights and interactive talks and workshops.

Leading the festival line-up and joining Toby are two of the UK’s most recognisable gardening voices, Arit Anderson, BBC Two Gardeners’ World presenter and lead presenter of BBC One’s Chelsea Flower Show coverage, and Chris Hull, star of BBC One’s...

A Christmas of kindness: Staff at Crave volunteer to host free community lunch for ELF

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Posted: Mon, 12/08/2025 - 10:54pm

This Christmas, the team at Crave Exeter are swapping their own festive lunches for aprons and community spirit, opening the restaurant’s doors on Christmas Day (10am–2pm) to welcome anyone looking for company, conversation or simply somewhere warm to celebrate.

In the true spirit of giving, Crave will be serving a free light buffet including barbecue breakfast baps, pizza slices, chicken wings, cakes and brownies. Guests will also receive a complimentary mulled wine on arrival, with any additional drinks available to purchase from the bar. While the food is free, Crave is...

Exeter Homelessness Charity Warns of Impending Rough Sleeping Crisis

AS the first sub-zero nights hit Exeter, local homelessness charity St Petrock’s have issued a clear warning that homelessness and rough sleeping in the city is likely to reach the highest levels ever this winter.

Two main factors have led to this impending crisis: the decision by Devon County Council to end its support for homeless prevention and support services, and excessive delays in Westminster announcing details of the Labour government’s strategy for tackling homelessness and rough sleeping, together with the associated funding that will be made available to local...

Alanis Morissette revealed as final headline star for TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham

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Posted: Fri, 12/05/2025 - 1:04pm

Seven-time GRAMMY Award winning artist Alanis Morissette has today announced she will play one of just five UK headline shows for 2026 in the Devon countryside.

The show comes on the heels of Morissette’s most acclaimed UK shows ever this past summer, with a sold out night at the O2 Arena and a career-defining set at her first ever Glastonbury appearance.

The Canadian/American musician will head to TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham on Friday June 26 and she will be joined on the night by musical powerhouse Skunk Anansie. The announcement completes the headline line-up...

Devon & Cornwall Police launches Christmas safety campaign: Think Safe, Stay Festive

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Posted: Thu, 12/04/2025 - 10:48pm

As the festive season approaches, Devon & Cornwall Police is launching its annual Christmas safety campaign aimed at helping residents enjoy a safe and crime-free festive period.

Running throughout December, the campaign will share practical advice and timely reminders on a wide range of safety topics – from fraud prevention and online security to personal safety, home security and road safety, so that everyone can celebrate Christmas safely.

Assistant Chief Constable Nikki Leaper said: “Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. Unfortunately, it’s also a...

Thousands of Devon adults are transforming their career prospects with free skills training

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Posted: Thu, 12/04/2025 - 6:09pm

With unemployment levels in the UK at their highest since the Covid pandemic, according to recent figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the opportunity to receive free skills training and kickstart a new career has never been more important.

Many people are looking for more secure work, while employers across the region are facing acute skills shortages.

Train4Tomorrow , funded by the Government’s Skills For Life programme and delivered by Devon County Council, meets both needs. It offers * free, flexible Skills Bootcamps designed with employers to fill...

World-class Exeter College hospital training ward to expand healthcare career opportunities

Exeter College has secured £1.3m in funding to create a new, world-class healthcare training facility, opening up opportunities for hundreds of learners to develop vital skills in nursing and healthcare professions.

Funded through an Office for Students grant, the state-of-the-art facility will see a fully simulated hospital ward and two multi-purpose laboratories added to Exeter College’s Hele Road campus, right in the heart of Exeter City Centre.

Work to convert the existing Ted Wragg building, which will house both the ward and laboratories, is scheduled to start in...

Hospital Radio Exeter Thanks Devonshire Freemasons for Donation

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Posted: Mon, 12/01/2025 - 7:30pm

Hospital Radio Exeter is delighted to extend its heartfelt thanks to the Devonshire Freemasons for their generous donation supporting our ongoing work within the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital community.

This kind contribution will help us continue delivering music, entertainment and companionship to patients, staff and visitors—services that make a meaningful difference to the hospital experience. As a volunteer-run charity, we rely heavily on the goodwill of supporters like the Devonshire Freemasons, whose commitment helps ensure we can keep broadcasting 24 hours a day....

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