Devon and Cornwall’s Police and Crime Commissioner is asking the public to help him secure more money to protect the front line service. Tony Hogg began his ‘Fair Funding’ campaign last week to highlight how the force is unfairly treated, compared to others in the UK. Unique challenges in Devon and Cornwall, such as the impact of millions of summer visitors, are not recognised by the Government, and while it is currently reviewing this formula, Mr Hogg wants to send a timely, and very clear, message from the South West to Home Secretary Theresa May. Mr Hogg is today (Thurs 2 July)...
Teams of young footballers from Exeter and a visiting team from Plymouth took part in a mini soccer festival last weekend, hosted by Devon Football Association.
The nine teams across two age groups fought hard for the top spot, with U9 winners Central beating West Exe in their final, and U10 winners SB Frankfort from Plymouth beating City Raiders.
Organiser Matt Eddy said: “The festival was a really good opportunity for teams to test their skills up outside of the season in a one day competition. The teams really enjoyed playing each other and there was a great spirit of...
South West Athletics Academy has been working with the Exeter based Corkscrew programme which brings students from all over Europe to learn entrepreneurial skills.
Sonya Ellis Head Coach of the Academy said “we were delighted to be approached by Corkscrew Start Up School. They were looking for some unique businesses in the area to be used as real examples for their European students. We had an initial meeting with a small group of 4 students so that I could explain the business and we have just had their final presentation. It was great to have a viewpoint from someone outside...
Victoria Park Tennis Club is offering free tennis taster sessions for all ages in Princesshay Square on Sunday 5 July from 11am – 2pm to celebrate the iconic Wimbledon championships.
Princesshay will transform the square into centre court for the day, rolling out the grass and nets for an afternoon of Wimbledon inspired fun. Visitors that are looking to embark on a new hobby or fancy themselves as the next Andy Murray are invited to join Exeter’s
Victoria Park Tennis Club for the chance to learn new skills and enjoy the spirit of Wimbledon in Exeter’s city centre.
A weather warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms has been issued for Devon.
Met Office forecasters say isolated heavy, and possibly severe, thunderstorms are expected to develop on Friday evening across parts of England and Wales.
These are likely to become more frequent later and spread northwards towards southern Scotland.
Some torrential downpours are possible leading to localised surface water flooding, with large hail and frequent lightning also possible hazards.
The public should be aware that there is a chance of some very localised significant...
Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend.
THEATRE
HELP! Friday & Saturday, Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter Viki is not coping. Taking you from the dairy aisle of Sainsbury’s to the green turf of Ascot, via a disco of dirty secrets with a euro-pop soundtrack; HELP! is about falling apart and pulling yourself together again. This moving, joyous show is for anyone who has ever struggled. http://www.bikeshedtheatre.co.uk/whats-on/help-1/
The Triumph of Love Friday & Saturday, Cygnet Theatre, Exeter What is a princess to do when she is in...
A man has been charged after officers carried out a drugs warrant at an address in Tedburn St Mary, Exeter.
A Misuse of Drugs Act warrant was executed at the property on the morning of Wednesday 1 July by officers from Newton Abbot CID and the South Devon Tasking Team.
Entry was forced to the address and what is believed to be a sophisticated cannabis growing operation was located inside.
A man was located at the premises and arrested.
Khanh Nguyen, 30, of Tedburn St Mary, Exeter, has been charged with the production of cannabis and remanded in custody. He...
The ‘Say Something’ helpline targeted at children and young people with concerns about child sexual exploitation (CSE) has been launched this week. The new, free, 24/7 helpline number is: 116 000.
The helpline is run by the charity Missing People, in association with the National Working Group Network, and is funded by the Department of Education. Callers will be offered advice and, where appropriate, necessary or requested, access to the police to ensure protection and safeguarding.
Child Sexual Exploitation Lead for Devon and Cornwall Police, Detective Chief Inspector,...
Children and Families in Exeter will be able catch both of PaddleBoat Theatre Company's exciting new shows - A Little Man's Holiday and According to Arthur... - when they perform at the BikeShed Theatre later this month, on the 22nd and 23rd July respectively.
PaddleBoat was founded a mere 18 months ago, but has flourished in Exeter, creating shows and delivering workshops to schools across the South-West. Now, the company is preparing to travel to the largest theatre festival in the world - The Edinburgh Festival Fringe - with preview performances at theatres in Bristol...
Beaches and bathing water quality will be discussed at the Devon Maritime Forum meeting next week.
With tougher bathing water quality targets coming into force this year, and following the introduction of the EU’s revised Bathing Water Directive, the meeting at Saunton Sands Hotel in Braunton on Tuesday 7 July, will focus on key marine and coastal water quality issues.
The meeting will explore the improvements made to water quality, the challenges which remain, and the various solutions required to help tackle the issue.
