Do you know a person or group deserving of recognition for voluntary work they do to keep their community safe? Devon and Cornwall Police Partnership is inviting the public to make nominations for the second annual Community Volunteer Awards. The awards are recognition of the valuable contribution made by volunteers in support of policing services every day. Last year, awards were given to community police cadets, Special Constables, police volunteers and community citizens. Nominations are sought in these categories once again and, additionally in 2015 the following new categories have...
The inaugural mass participation, Workplace Challenge Midday Mile takes place at noon on Wednesday 20th May.
Devon employees will be joining with others across the country, taking a break from their desks, factories and shop floors to walk, jog, run, or cycle this fun, social, mile.
Workplace Challenge in the county is coordinated by Active Devon and the midday mile is one of a number of initiatives to get Devon’s workplaces more active. With the average adult sitting for 50-60% of their day, there are now very strong medical reasons for businesses to take inactivity in the...
The iconic gateway building to the new Exeter Science Park has won a prestigious regional architectural award.
Eagle House, home to Eagle One, Blue Cedar Homes and the Blur Group, has been named Best Project Under 2000sqm in South West England, Thames Valley and South Wales in the British Council for Offices (BCO) regional property sector awards.
It was designed by a team from LHC’s Exeter Design Studio, led by John Baulch and Ian Noakes.
Eagle House, the three-storey building which stands at the entrance to Exeter’s new Science Park, is the headquarters of Eagle...
The largest rail union, RMT, has confirmed that members will be taking strike action and action short of a strike from Monday 25th May in the current dispute over pay and jobs at Network Rail.
The impact of the action will build up over the Monday the 25th and will be in full effect by the start of the Tuesday, the 26th May.
RMT's executive has decided that noting the failure of Network Rail to offer any further negotiations and the overwhelming support of our members for industrial action in support of our campaign for job security and improved pay, the General Secretary...
LED are excited to be opening the doors to its simply spectacular new gym at Exmouth Leisure Centre on today (Monday 18 May 2015). Perfectly timed to help you feel great this summer!
In addition, two of the five fabulous new studios will also be unveiled – with stunning estuary views and a state of the art air conditioning system - users will be able to give it their all in class favourites Studio Cycling, BodyPump and HITT.
Having been relocated to the ground floor, the gym has more than doubled from its original size and forms one of the key features of the £2 million...
Devon farmers will be out in force next Thursday, May 21, for the opening of the county’s premier agricultural showpiece, the Devon County Show, which this year’s celebrates its 120th show.
And there’ll be more than ever to grab their attention, with the centre of the showground now given over to farm machinery and other agricultural trade stands, a major presence from Mole Valley Farmers and all manner of farming organisations and professional advisers offering guidance on applying for the vital, but hugely complex, basic payment scheme.
Specsavers in Exeter has introduced a cutting edge new way of selecting and fitting customers’ glasses, using imaging software on tablet devices.
The opticians, located in 4, 247 High Street now offers Digital Precision Eyecare, which ensures everyone receives the very best professional care and advice in frame selection and dispensing for their prescription, vision and lifestyle needs.
Stephen Auty, director of Specsavers in Exeter says: ‘This is very clever kit and has a real wow factor for customers. It’s a quick and easy process which ensures a perfect fit every time...
A limousine picked up birthday girl Mary Mills from Hospiscare’s Exeter hospice to enjoy a “fantastic” night out with her girlfriends.
Despite being very poorly Mary was determined to put on her glad rags and have fun. “I had been planning this for weeks and although I felt rough and was weak on the day I knew I had 18 girlfriends and two limos waiting for me! Everybody I knew who was special to me was going to be there.
“Every single second of that night gave me a lift,” she said. “All my girlfriends gave me a big cheer and sang Happy Birthday to me and there was a massive...
Local charity Exeter Citizens Advice Bureau today publishes its annual advice trend statistics for the year-ending 31st March 2015. The charity helped 6170 people directly with advice and information on 15081 individual problems.
On average, clients with money problems have debts totaling £14,746.65, up by £2,046.48 compared to the previous year when the average was £12,700.17.
The amount of advice that the charity has been able to provide has increased in the following areas compared to last year:
Families for Children Devon Adoption's office is open on one Saturday of every month where you can talk with specialist adoption social workers and experienced adoptive parents about all aspects of adoption.
Their next open morning is June 6th from 10am to 12 noon.
10am – 11am Presentation with the chance to hear from one of our adopters 11am – 12 noon Staff and adopters available for individual questions and discussion Tea/coffee and biscuits will be available.
You can book a slot by calling 01364 645480 or email enquiries@familiesforchildren.org.uk , or turn up on...
