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EX2 Group welcomes apprentice electricians

EX2 Group welcomes new apprentice electricians from Exeter College

Leading South West building services engineering company EX2 Group has welcomed three new apprentices this week, as they begin their professional training in Electrical Installation with Exeter College.

Christian, Alfie, and Harvey were welcomed to the Exeter offices by James Rayner (right), Project Manager. The apprentices will combine on-site experience with classroom learning as they work towards their Level 3 Electrical Installation qualifications. Under the guidance of EX2’s experienced team, they will gain practical skills on projects ranging from decarbonisation and energy...

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Warning issued in Devon over scam caller pretending to be police officer

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 06/17/2022 - 11:27pm

Police investigating reports of a phone scam which has led to two people in their 80s handing over substantial sums of money are appealing for information.

Officers are also warning residents in Devon to be vigilant of the scam, in which the caller is pretending to be a police officer.

Detectives say they have had an increased number of calls about this scam over the past few weeks - particularly in the Exeter, South Devon and the Plymouth areas.

In one case, the victim was persuaded to hand over more than £15,000, and more than £9,000 in another case.

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South West’s largest classic American car show returns to Cofton

Classic American cars from across the country are firing up their engines in readiness for the return of the South West’s largest American car show, held at Cofton Holidays, near Dawlish.

Returning after a three-year break, Mustangs, Cadillacs, Chevrolets, Pontiacs, Buicks, Jeeps and a host of other American vehicles will be on display at the award-winning holiday park from Friday 24th to Sunday 26th June 2022. The weekend will be jam-packed with competitions, V8s, a mega-car cruise, music, food, fun and entertainment.

It’s a very special year for the show, which is making...

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Leading African writers to take part in readings and workshops as part of major Exeter literary festival

Leading African and African diaspora literary voices will take part in book readings, open mic poetry sessions and workshops as part of a major Exeter literary festival.

Africa Writes – Exeter features AKO Caine Prize winners Okwiri Oduor and Irenosen Okojie, Yewande Omotoso, author of The Woman Next Door , Tjawangwa Dema, author of an/other pastoral, Nikki May, author of Wahala, Karla Neblett, author of King of Rabbits, rapper, Silai Estatira, and poets Nii Ayikwei Parkes, Kadija Sesay George, Al- Saddiq al-Raddi, Bryar Bajalan and Nour Khairi.

Free events also include...

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Insurance warning for South West homeowners as increased temperatures raises burglary risk

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/16/2022 - 10:32pm

An insurance expert is urging homeowners across the region to be extra vigilant about security during warm summer weather.

The message to would-be victims follows police warnings of a potential spike in domestic burglaries as temperatures soar.

Will McCarter, of insurance broker Lycetts, said: “When the air heats up, people naturally tend to open more windows and doors. It’s all too easy to forget to secure them at night, making it easier for opportunistic burglars to strike.

“Burglars will often target small, expensive items such as watches and jewellery as...

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Evocative new sculpture unveiled at the University of Exeter

An unusual and thought-provoking new sculpture, created to characterize how science is confronting one of the world’s biggest threats to human health and food security, has been unveiled at the University of Exeter.

The stimulating new artwork, called Pharmakon , was created by Devon artist collective Still/Moving and is made from recycled bronze.

The sculpture was installed outside the Geoffrey Pope Building at the heart of the University’s Streatham Campus.

Guests of honour at the unveiling included Dr Jonathan Pearce, Director of Strategy and Planning for the...

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Volunteers mark decade of horticulture and friendship at community garden connecting students and their neighbours

Volunteers are marking a decade of innovative horticulture at Exeter’s Community Garden - where students work with their neighbours to cultivate food and friendship.

The beautiful space, at the University of Exeter’s Streatham campus, is helping people to learn new skills, meet friends and protect the local environment and biodiversity.

Volunteers are experimenting with new ways to enhance the habitat, which is also a teaching space for students studying food security and sustainability.

Professor Lisa Roberts, Vice Chancellor of the University of Exeter, and...

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One Voice Media supports Cream Teas for Cancer

One Voice Media is proud to support FORCE Cancer Charity as its charity of the year for 2022. As part of the team’s support, One Voice is inviting the business community of Exeter to purchase a ‘Cream Teas for Cancer’ pack enjoy together on Southernhay Green in central Exeter on Thursday 7th July 12-5pm.

Now in its fifth year, Cream Teas for Cancer has raised more than £22,000 for the Exeter-based charity. Cream teas can be purchased online in advance and will be delivered on the day. Enjoying the cream teas together as a community is a big part of the campaign. FORCE Fundraising...

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Force launches campaign to recruit new police constables

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 06/15/2022 - 10:57pm

Devon & Cornwall Police is launching a campaign to recruitment new police constables.

Applications open on Thursday 16 June and will close on Thursday 14 July 2022 and it is hoped that the campaign will attract individuals from a range of backgrounds, age and experience.

Assistant Chief Officer Alexis Poole, Director of People, said: “A career within policing is like no other. As a member of our force, you will help people every day, where no two days are the same.

“We offer constant professional development opportunities to allow colleagues to grow...

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Foot Anstey advises on the sale of Totnes-based Naturesave Policies

National Law firm, Foot Anstey LLP has advised the shareholders of Naturesave Policies Ltd, the UK's leading green and ethical insurance provider, on its sale to Lloyd & Whyte Ltd, the Taunton-based financial planning and specialist insurance service company.

Founded 28 years ago, Naturesave Policies has won awards for its top ethical rating insurance by the Good Shopping Guide and the Queen's Award for Enterprise for Sustainable development.

In 1995, Naturesave Policies created the Naturesave Trust, its own registered charity. Naturesave Insurance has donated over £1...

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Volunteer at Exeter festivals and enjoy the events for FREE

Are you a fan of 80s music or is your thing singer-songwriters? Child Bereavement UK needs you! The charity is looking for music fans to give 4 hours of their time to volunteer at a range of festivals this year, selling wristbands and raffle tickets to raise funds to support its work. In return volunteers get to enjoy the rest of the event free of charge!

Child Bereavement UK helps families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies. The charity supports children and young people (up to the age of 25) when someone important to them has died or is not...

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