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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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“Inspirational” and “Amazing”- national patient champions Healthwatch England visit Devon services

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/09/2022 - 10:44pm

The NHS in Devon has hosted the national team from health and social care champions Healthwatch England; an independent body, which uses patient feedback to improve standards of care.

The team, led by national Chair Sir Robert Francis, began their visit at Exeter Mosque, which has worked closely with the NHS to support worshippers to have their Covid-19 vaccination.

The Healthwatch team also visited Torbay Community Helpline and Hub, which has offered mental health support, referred people to foodbanks and offered financial advice to local people throughout the pandemic...

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Co Cars launches Exeter’s first zero emission E-Mobility Hub

Co Cars, the not-for-profit social enterprise, has successfully launched a zero emissions all-Electric Mobility Hub at the Bloor Homes development, Seabrook Orchards in Topsham, near Exeter.

The Seabrook Orchards E-Mobility Hub is the first to launch at a housing development in Exeter and one of only a handful across the UK. It has been made possible thanks to a partnership with Devon County Council, Bloor Homes and the landowners and management agents, Darts Farm.

The Hub is powered by 100% renewable energy from Good Energy. It features a brand-new electric shared Co...

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Changes to Magdalen Road layout to be made permanent

Councillors have approved proposals to make permanent changes to the layout of Magdalen Road in Exeter.

Temporary measures were introduced on the road in June 2020, along with other parts of the city and other communities in Devon, in response to the Coronavirus pandemic, using funding from the government’s Emergency Active Travel Fund.

Devon County Council’s Cabinet has agreed recommendations to keep the one-way arrangements for vehicular traffic, with contraflow cycle lane and the widened footway on the northern side of the road.

These changes are designed to...

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Redrow home decorated for Platinum Jubilee

Platinum Jubilee party brings the community together in Okehampton

Authored by APF
Posted: Thu, 06/09/2022 - 4:15pm

Local housebuilder Redrow’s Romansfield community came together last week to celebrate the Jubilee in style, with a party hosted by a couple from the development.

New residents Issy and Ian Magee, with the help of a donation from Redrow, put together an exciting afternoon of food, drinks and activities for the community to enjoy. With all of their Romansfield neighbours invited, over 50 people came together to enjoy the celebration.

Despite the threat of bad weather, a variety of activities were laid out for the community to make the most of the historic occasion.

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"Share this Space" reminder for Bike Week

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/08/2022 - 11:26pm

The importance of Devon’s “Share this Space” campaign is being highlighted as part of Bike Week 2022 (6-12 June).

Devon County Council wants to encourage more people to cycle more often, and its Share this Space campaign aims to promote patience on the county’s roads, paths and multi-use trails.

People are being reminded of the following advice:

– Cyclists are asked to please pass walkers slowly and carefully, letting people know you’re there and giving them space;

– Dog walkers on shared paths are asked to keep dogs under close control on a short lead...

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Residents urged not to leave glass beside full recycling banks

People in Exeter are being encouraged not to leave glass bottles around recycling banks in the city and to take them home instead if the banks are full.

The request comes following the breakdown of the Council’s glass collection lorry.

Cllr Ruth Williams, Lead Councillor for Recycling & Waterways, apologised for the inconvenience the breakdown has caused. She said: “We are doing everything we can to clear glass from sites around the city and to limit the impact this will have on residents, but please do not leave your glass on the floor around the banks.”

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The Bowling Green raises £5,000 for Devon Air Ambulance Trust with a ‘Big Shave’

The Bowling Green , Exeter has raised around £5,000 for Devon Air Ambulance Trust through a ‘Big Shave; event. The pub is still accepting donations made in person at the pub and online through a JustGiving site.

The licensees, Nigel Cook and Saskia Russell were joined by Mike Knight, who lives in the area, and they all shaved their heads. Nigel also dyed his beard pink at the request of one of the guests to help raise further funds. The pub raised the money through an online JustGiving site, but also accepted money at the bar on the day.

Nigel Cook, the licensee of The...

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Foot Anstey trainee awarded the Sir George Fowler Award by the Devon and Somerset Law Society

Megan Berry, Trainee Solicitor at Foot Anstey LLP has been awarded the Sir George Fowler Award by the Devon and Somerset Law Society (DASLS) in recognition of scoring the highest mark in the Legal Practice Course (LPC) achieved at any institution in the South West by someone undertaking a training contract in Devon or Somerset.

Megan, who recorded 90% in her LPC from The University of Law, Exeter Campus, in May 2022, received her award from Paul Kelly, DASLS president, as well as a £200 prize. Megan has been a trainee at Foot Anstey since September 2021 and has completed three (...

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Exeter researcher rediscovers unique story of an African prince in Exeter 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 06/07/2022 - 11:19pm

The rediscovery of a unique visit by an African prince to Exeter has encouraged a researcher to find links between the city and the Eritrean Ethiopian region.

Seven-year-old Prince Alemayehu Tewodros was at St David’s Station – possibly on his way to meet Queen Victoria in 1868. Awet Araya, from the University of Exeter, is now working to find other links between Exeter and this part of Africa.

Mr Araya believes the visit could have been linked to the role of Exeter’s Sir Stafford Henry Northcote - who is also linked to the 1868 pillage at Adulis. Finds from the...

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Revolution on the streets of Exeter

A Revolution is coming to Exeter! The national bar operator famed for its expansive range of flavoured vodkas, quality cocktail serves, award-winning food and bottomless brunch, is set to open the doors to a brand new site in the city later this month.

The three-storey, Grade II-listed, 720 capacity venue is situated on Queen Street – a prime, central location linking the High Street with both the Central and St David’s train stations, as well as the main university campus.

Following an initial £2m investment, the site is expected to create more than 70 jobs for the...

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