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Recycling roadshow rolls into Exmouth

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 08/27/2015 - 10:19am

Scores of people came along to East Devon District Council’s Feniton recycling road show on Saturday to pick up top tips on how to recycle more and throw away less.

The event was held in the village to help householders prepare for the new improved recycling collection service which is being trialled in the area, and in Exmouth (The Colony), from mid-September.

Next Saturday (August 29) the road show rolls in to the Imperial Recreation Ground in Exmouth from 11am to 2pm and everyone is invited to come along and have a chat with the council’s recycling and waste team....

Riding Lights serve up Baked Alaska in Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 08/25/2015 - 10:33am

Baked Alaska: Time to Change the Temperature

Riding Lights Theatre Company comes to Exeter to serve up a sharp and deliciously comic slice of Baked Alaska - bringing interconnecting stories of the wild and unpredictable effects of climate change from the four corners of the earth.

Scientists, farmers, oil magnates, climate warriors, prophets, mothers, journalists and others just like you and me – we’re all in the mix and hungry for a recipe of hope. In the struggle over power, some sound the warming bell, some blow hot and cold, while others make a pudding of the planet....

Wyrd Sisters

Event Date: 
13/08/2015 - 7:30pm to 15/08/2015 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Victory Hall, Broadclyst

Broadclyst Theatre Group presents Terry Pratchett's Wyrd Sisters.

The amazing Discworld arrives in Broadclyst on its journey on the back of the Four Elephants atop the Great A'Tuin a star travelling turtle.

Watch as the three witches navigate politics, kings, fools and the Theatre.

Tickets £9, £6.50 children under 14 from www.ticketsource.co.uk/broadclyst or Choccie Bar in Exeter’s Gandy Street or Broadclyst Post Office.

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The Tommy Cooper Show

Event Date: 
17/07/2015 - 3:00pm
Venue: 
Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

The Tommy Cooper Show features West End star Daniel Taylor as Tommy Cooper, in the knockout performance of the year.

The show comes with a fabulous supporting cast, and all of your favourite jokes. Gareth Jones (formerly Gaz Top) stars as Miff Ferrie, along with Sharon Byatt as Gwen Cooper.

Between the story, the gags and the magic, and Daniel’s incredible portrayal of showbusiness legend Tommy Cooper, this promises to be a very special show.

This production has the blessing of Tommy’s estate, and his daughter Vicky.

Friday 17th July 3pm & 7.30pm...

Judi: Crescendo of complaints grows

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Sun, 06/28/2015 - 10:46am

Just two posts on BBC Devon’s Facebook page about the departure of Judi Spiers have attracted almost 1,000 comments.

Meanwhile, another 1,000 people have backed a campaign called @bringbackjudi on Facebook and Twitter.

It appears that although BBC bosses had hoped the crescendo of complaints would die down after Judi’s last show, on Friday, they appear to be gaining momentum.

The target for most of the criticism is the station’s managing editor, Mark Grinnell.

He made the decision to axe Judi’s show just weeks after bringing in former Radio One DJ Simon...

Judi social media revolution grows

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Sat, 06/27/2015 - 11:42am

A social media revolution is growing over the decision by BBC Radio Devon boss Mark Grinnell to axe the Judi Spiers show.

Hundreds of people have taken to Twitter and Facebook to express their anger and dismay.

A Facebook post announcing Judi’s last show this morning had received more than 100 comments in just over an hour meanwhile, a statement made online by Mr Grinnell yesterday has attracted a whopping 550 responses.

A campaign set up on both twitter and facebook called Bring Back Judi has almost 1,000 followers.

Typical of the comments was that made by...

Judi Spiers show controversially axed

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Thu, 06/25/2015 - 2:00pm

Popular BBC Radio Devon presenter Judi Spiers has been contoversially dropped by station bosses.

The broadcasting stalwart announced the news to shocked listeners on her regular morning slot today.

She told her audience that after 15 years in the job, this week would be her last.

A friend of Judi’s told the Daily the broadcaster was ‘saddened but wanted to continue until the bitter end for her listeners and team.

This is the latest controversial decision believed to have ben taken by managing editor Mark Grinnell.

In January, he ousted equally...

Don't panic Captain Grinnell!

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Wed, 06/24/2015 - 5:01pm

Picture the scene…

As a management team you’ve had months to plan the departure of one of your radio station’s biggest stars.

Not only that she has served you for 15 years.

Not only that, you are the BBC.

Smooth, slick, organised, disciplined, measured, understanding conciliatory.

All the things you’d expect. Except that didn’t happen!

Instead there was, in the words of one insider, “pandemonium”.

I have been told that the BBC Radio Devon executive team simply were not prepared for the volume of calls and emails they received after...

Broadclyst Fun Day and Family Dog Show

Event Date: 
27/06/2015 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Broadclyst Playing Fields, Exeter

Broadclyst Fun Day and Family Dog Show A great day out for the whole family. Among the attractions will be children’s races, games, animal handling, magic shows, barbecue, bouncy castle, Fast and Furious Ferrets, face painting, hog roast, beer tent and lots, lots more!

11am-5pm, free admission

Enquiries: broadclystfunday@hotmail.co.uk

Dunsford Summer Show 2015

Event Date: 
04/07/2015 - 12:00am
Venue: 
near Steps bridge on the B3212

Dunsford Show Saturday 4th July 2015.

A village show at its best!

This year at the Dunsford Show, main ring entertainment includes free running experts Street Motion, the Lympstone Training Band, Samba Roc, Police Cadets, and juggler and magician Greg Chapman. There is also a Horse Show, Dog Show, archery, terrier racing, a variety of stalls, jewellery, fashion items, bouncy castle, candy floss, BBQ, beer tent, cream teas and more! The show will be opened at 12 noon, by baby sleep expert Rachel Waddilove. 12-5.30pm, Just before Steps Bridge on B3212 Exeter to...

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