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Loganair set to launch new service from Exeter

Loganair, the UK’s leading regional airline, is gearing up to launch a new route from Exeter to Manchester.

The new route is part of Loganair’s growing network from the airport adding to the existing seven services it offers from the base including Newcastle, Isle of Man and Edinburgh.

Starting on 26 October, the new service will introduce frequent flights between the two cities before moving to a daily service from March 2026.

With Loganair’s code sharing agreement with BA, it opens up endless possibilities for international travel on a single ticket,...

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Earth Day event to explore how finance sector can help save the planet

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 04/14/2021 - 11:34pm

University of Exeter academics and business leaders will explore how the finance sector can save the planet in a special documentary screening and panel event for Earth Day on 22 April.

The panel discussion will be chaired by Professor Gail Whiteman , Professor of Sustainable Business at the University of Exeter Business School and founder of Arctic Basecamp , a unique science-communication platform that holds a flagship event at the World Economic Forum in Davos each year.

It will follow a screening of the WWF documentary Our Planet: Too Big To Fail , a film showing the...

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1 million take part in record-breaking RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

1 million take part in record-breaking RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 04/14/2021 - 10:33pm

The number of nature lovers who took part in the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch soared to a million people this winter after a year of lockdown restrictions saw people turn to nature for comfort.

Now in its 42nd year, the Big Garden Birdwatch is a chance for people of all ages to count the number of birds that visit their garden, helping the RSPB build up a picture of how birds are faring. This year, over a million people across the country took part counting 17 million birds, with over 28,800 taking part across Devon.

Hopes were raised for a bumper participation year after...

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Exmouth RNLI called to rescue Kayaker

Exmouth RNLI volunteer crew members launched today to rescue a female kayaker who became unwell and capsized in the River Exe off Lympstone Manor.

At 08:59am today Wednesday 14 April 2021 the Exmouth RNLI Inshore Lifeboat D-805 George Bearman II was tasked by H.M. Coastguard to a report of a female kayaker who had capsized and was in the water in the River Exe off Lympstone Manor.

The lifeboat, crewed by Scott Ranft, David Preece and Andrew Stott, launched immediately and was able to quickly locate the casualty. Due to her condition, she was immediately taken aboard the...

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Exeter professor awarded Google scholarship

Exeter professor awarded Google scholarship for research aiming to combat misinformation and fake news

A research proposal from a University of Exeter Business School professor that aims to stem the tide of misinformation on social media has been awarded $60,000 by Google.

Professor Mohsen Mosleh , Professor in Business Analytics at the University of Exeter Business School, is among the recipients of Google’s new Research Scholar Programme , which aims to develop collaborations with academics working on cutting-edge research in computer science.

Professor Mosleh plans to use the unrestricted gift to research how best to implement one potential approach to combat the...

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Exeter College’s Vice Principal joins Exeter Chamber Board

Exeter College’s Vice Principal joins Chamber Board

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 04/13/2021 - 11:39pm

Exeter Chamber of Commerce and Industry has appointed Rob Bosworth as a board director. As deputy CEO and vice principal at Exeter College Rob brings a valuable perspective from the education sector, key to driving forward the local economy.

Rob said: “Developing relationships with the business community is essential to ensure the curriculum provision we offer has a clear line of sight to industry and the world of work. I am excited to share my experience with the Chamber – the education and skills landscape is transforming rapidly. It’s important for the economy that the bond...

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Devon and Somerset on-call firefighters make history

Devon and Somerset on-call firefighters make history

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/12/2021 - 10:32pm

Six on-call firefighters from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service made history this week (12 April) when they completed the End Point Assessment of the operational firefighter apprenticeship. This is a national first – it is usually only wholetime firefighters who take this apprenticeship.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is breaking boundaries in offering the same training and development opportunities for both on-call and wholetime firefighters.

The first six firefighters to complete the assessments are:

  • Owen Cheffey, based at Bridgwater
    • ...
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Exeter Ramblers

Exeter Ramblers reveal hidden walking trails of Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 04/12/2021 - 10:28pm

The Exeter and District Ramblers have produced a collection of hand-picked trails to encourage Exeter residents to get outside and discover a new side to their city.

The collection has been published as a book called Walking Around Exeter, with contributions from different members of the group and tested for accuracy and clarity. The 16 routes in the collection range from 2.5 to 7 miles in length, and are suitable for all ages and abilities.

Les Bright, a member of Exeter Ramblers who has overseen the project, said: “Many people have rediscovered the joy of walking...

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Funeral director sews syringe rolls for specialist school to help children with disabilities 

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 04/12/2021 - 10:24pm

A funeral director has created waterproof syringe holders for a specialised school in Exeter to give greater freedom to children with physical difficulties.

Funeral Director Caz Denning used her sewing skills honed at J H Way Funeral Services in Teignmouth to make hassle-free syringe rolls for her grandson, Joshua, who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy, and was asked by his old school Vranch House to make 22 for their pupils.

Caz said: “My grandson’s medication is delivered through syringes, which used to be taken out of their bottles and transported in kitchen roll and...

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Accolades in abundance after death of former long serving Exmouth RNLI Coxswain Mechanic

Exmouth RNLI crew and volunteers were saddened this week to learn of the death of former Lifeboat Coxswain Mechanic, Tim Mock on 10th April 2021, after a short illness.

Tim served for 34 years, joining as a crew volunteer in April 1980 aged 21 before becoming Boats Mechanic just three years later in 1983, a post he excelled at for 30 years.

From 1998 he became the town’s RNLI Coxswain / Mechanic, a position he held with great distinction before finally hanging up his pager and returning his keys to the lifeboat station on Christmas Day 2013, officially retiring in February...

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4 Things every seller needs before attending a craft fair

If you work in the art and crafts industry, it is fairly likely that you will have advertise and sell your products at local craft fairs. The fairs themselves have become big business, with seasonal markets in large cities offering spaces at their fairs for well into 4 figures. It’s thus important you go into the event well-prepared, so that you can maximise your success. Here are a few things to consider prior to attending.

A Unique Display

The most profitable craft fairs are often crowded and home to multiple unique and eye-catching stalls. Bright colour, or...

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