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New children's library opens in Exeter

After months of building work, the new children’s library in Exeter is now open to the public. The Clore Children's Library features a brand-new sensory area, a floating mezzanine and activities for older children. Designed to be welcoming and accessible to all children and families, and championing interests, passions and their imaginations.

The new dedicated sensory space aims to support children with ADHD, autism, and sensory processing disorders. Created in collaboration with specialists  Aurora , part of the Osborne Technologies group. The space features a lift to ensure all...

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Touch-Line: A Photographic Record of Rugby World Cup 2015 in Exeter

Award-winning photographer Michelle Sank’s images of the preparation, delivery and enjoyment of Rugby World Cup 2015 games at Sandy Park stadium in Exeter will be exhibited at Exeter’s Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) from 19 September to 4 November 2015.

Urban and rural landscapes complement portraiture to give a comprehensive visual record of the preparation for the World Cup in Exeter. The photographs of signage, organisers, players, spectators and fans reflect the diversity of interest and importance of Rugby in Exeter’s communities. Her photographs differ from the mass of...

Sandy Park to hold new business exhibition

Following the success of Sandy Park’s previous B2B events, preparations are underway for an innovative business exhibition, B2B Connections Exeter, which will be held on November 4th between 10am and 4pm.

The exhibition is a joint venture between the home of the Exeter Chiefs, Sandy Park and thebestof Exeter, who run the annual Devon Business Expo exhibition. Speaking about the event, John Wood, Head of Corporate at Exeter Rugby Club said: “We wanted to put on an event that celebrates Exeter’s vibrant business community, while also giving companies a chance to showcase their...

Rachael to ‘brave the shave’ for charity

Rachael Phillips, a medical lab assistant at the RD&E, has signed up to ‘Brave the Shave’ and have her hair cut off for Macmillan Cancer Support on 4th September.

Macmillan provides specialist support to people with cancer and their families. This summer they are asking people to stand proudly alongside men and women who have cancer and be sponsored to shave off their hair for the charity.

Rachael, who has set herself a fundraising target of £350, was inspired by her own family to ‘Brave the Shave’. She said: “My granny had bowel cancer in her 80’s and overcame it. I’ve...

Wanted Exeter man hands himself in

A 32-year-old Exeter man who was wanted by police for recall to prison has been located.

Shay Scales handed himself into police at Exeter's Heavitree Road police station yesterday (20 August).

Scales has been sought by police for breaching his licence conditions following his release from prison.

He remains in custody in Exeter.

Nominations open for Teignbridge Sports Personality of the Year 2015

Teignbridge District Council is on the hunt for the best of the best as it opens nominations for its Teignbridge Sports Personality Awards 2015.

Nominations are being sought for this year’s awards gala on Friday 4 December 2015 at the Langstone Cliff Hotel in Dawlish Warren.

The yearly event recognises and rewards athletes, teams, volunteers, coaches, and unsung heroes across Teignbridge for their hard work and dedication to sport, health and physical activity across the district and many local communities.

Anyone can submit nominations for the sportspeople,...

There is life after GCSEs

As teenagers digest their GCSE results they are reminded that there is life after exams. This is the first year that teenagers, up to the age of 18 are legally required to stay in education, training or get a job with accredited training- something that the Government calls 'raising the age of participation'.

More information on this can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/2010-to-2015-government-polic... Gone are the days when you could walk away from education aged 16. David Allison, boss of www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk a website that matches young people to...

First solar carport frames go up at Exeter multi-storey car park

SunGift Energy has crane-lifted the first ‘solar carport’ frames onto the roof of Exeter City Council’s Mary Arches car park.

It is believed to be the first solar installer in the UK carry out such an installation on the roof of a multi-story car park.

The start of work is particularly significant as it is the most technologically complex solar solution that SunGift has carried out to-date, with the company’s experts solving a number of technical challenges before the project could be started.

Exeter City Council awarded the contract to Devon-based SunGift, which is...

Exeter to fly the Red Ensign

On Merchant Navy Day, 3 September, Exeter City Council will fly the Red Ensign at the Historic Guildhall to raise awareness of the UK’s ongoing dependence on Merchant Navy seafarers

Exeter City Council and the Lord Mayor of Exeter Councillor Olwen Foggin are supporting a nationwide call from the Seafarers UK charity and the Merchant Navy Association for the UK Merchant Navy’s official flag to be flown on public buildings and landmark flagstaffs.

The charity’s president, HRH The Earl of Wessex, has endorsed the campaign, saying: "On this Merchant Navy Day, I very much hope...

Earl of Devon, Hugh Courtenay, dies

Hugh Courtenay, the 18th Earl of Devon, has died at the age of 73.

The Courtenay family said in a statement: “Hugh Rupert Courtenay, Earl of Devon, died peacefully on 18 August.

“Adored husband of Diana and father of Rebecca, Nell, Camilla and Charles, and beloved 'Grumpy' to eleven grandchildren.

“He enjoyed a life devoted to family, friends, Powderham Estate and Devon.”

A private funeral will be held, followed later by a thanksgiving services, the details of which are to be announced.

The family have asked for donations to St Clement’s Church,...

New look for Mercure Exeter Southgate revealed

Positioned in the heart of Devon and enjoying a prime location in one of England’s most historic cities, Mercure Exeter Southgate is the gateway to the South West neighboring the famous Exeter Cathedral and historic Quay whilst providing the perfect break en route to the Cornish coastline.

The interior of the city centre hotel is transformed including a redesign of the reception, Gate House restaurant, bar, lounge, terrace and all 156 bedrooms. Mercure, a locally inspired brand, has drawn influence for the hotel’s new interior design from Exeter’s rich Roman and Medieval history...

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New children's library opens in Exeter

Touch-Line: A Photographic Record of Rugby World Cup 2015 in Exeter

Sandy Park to hold new business exhibition

Rachael to ‘brave the shave’ for charity

Wanted Exeter man hands himself in

Nominations open for Teignbridge Sports Personality of the Year 2015

There is life after GCSEs

First solar carport frames go up at Exeter multi-storey car park

Exeter to fly the Red Ensign

Earl of Devon, Hugh Courtenay, dies

New look for Mercure Exeter Southgate revealed

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