Exeter

Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS

Event Date: 
18/08/2014 - 7:30pm to 30/08/2014 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Princess Theatre, Torquay

Based on T.S Eliot’s ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record- breaking adaptation CATS is directed by Trevor Nunn, with choreography by Gillian Lynne and set and costume design by John Napier. Re-creating the direction and choreography for the tour is Chrissie Cartwright. Including one of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most memorable musical scores, spectacular set design, extraordinary costumes and stunning choreography, CATS is a uniquely magical musical.

On just one special night of the year, all Jellicle cats meet at the Jellicle Ball where Old Deuteronomy,...

Stagecoach staff swap 4 wheels for 2

Stagecoach South West pledged its support for a team of super fit staff who are cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) to raise money for charity, yesterday (19 August).

The trio - comprised of Jeff Hiscoke, Clive Gillman and Andrew Bradford - left Land’s End on 17 August and are aiming to complete the 1048 miles in just 17 days, arriving in John O’Groats on 2 September. They are using state-of-the-art tracking equipment that will enable supporters, friends and family to monitor their progress, during which they will be covering up to 90 miles in a single day.

The...

Boy, 11, seriously injured in collision

Police are appealing for witnesses after a boy was seriously injured in a road traffic collision in Tiverton.

A car and lorry were involved in the collision that happened at around 5.50pm on the A361 eastbound near Gornhay Cross.

An 11-year-old boy, from the Tiverton area, was trapped in the car before being released by the fire service.

He was taken to the Bristol Royal Infirmary by air ambulance with serious leg injuries.

The 46-year-old female driver of the purple Citroen Picasso, also from the Tiverton area, suffered minor injuries.

She was taken...

Prospective Exeter MP meets PM

Exeter's Conservative prospective MP delivered an upbeat message to the Prime Minister during his visit to the city.

Dom Morris spoke to the PM about Exeter's economic recovery, the crisis in Iraq as well as highlighting some issues closer to home.

The Prime Minister made the visit after announcing a major extension of a flagship national scheme to get truanting children back to school, adults into work and antisocial behaviour under control.

In addition to the emphasis on family friendly policies, Dom was keen to highlight to the Prime Minister the conservative-led...

Iped lights stolen from Devon business park

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 08/20/2014 - 12:25pm

Police in Chudleigh are appealing for information following attacks on business premises. A total of nine commercial burglaries occurred overnight sometime between 9.45pm on Monday 18 August and 5am on Tuesday 19 August at the Xpressway Business Park located on the outskirts of Chudleigh. The offenders entered each commercial unit by forcing the front shutters and also caused damage to fire doors inside.

Thousands of pounds worth of goods were stolen, including building and plumbing materials, vending machines and cash. At one premise a total of 10 unique electric mopeds known as ‘...

Don’t let library consultation fall on deaf ears

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/20/2014 - 12:15pm

UNISON is warning Devon County Council not to let the consultation responses it received on its proposals for the future of the library service to fall on deaf ears.

The union’s warning comes after the Council released figures last week on the number of people who took part in the consultation.

Andy Bowman, Branch Chair at UNISON Devon County Branch, said: “Whilst it’s great that thousands of people have responded, it doesn’t take a genius to work out that the response rate was so high because the people of Devon are seriously concerned about the Council’s proposals and...

Dynamic duo launch Business Doctors

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 08/20/2014 - 11:55am

Two local businessmen have teamed up to launch Business Doctors, the UK's fastest growing support service for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), and a brand new operation for Exeter and Devon.

David Meek and Jon Axon, both of Devon, provide support and strategic advice to owners and directors of SMEs.

David has 30 years' experience in managing big teams in customer-oriented businesses, particularly car dealerships. He's very experienced at recruiting, sales and marketing and end-to-end business strategy.

Jon's complementary background lies in the leisure...

Rugby programme's royal approval

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 08/20/2014 - 11:44am

The work of Premiership Rugby coaches in helping to promote the game within Brazil has been given the Royal seal of approval following a visit to the country from HRH Prince Harry.

Premiership Rugby in partnership with the British Council and SESI in Brazil have set-up an innovative rugby programme in the South American country called "Try Rugby Brazil".

Working with local partners SESI-FIEMG, FIESC and FIESP across the states of Minas Gerais, Santa Catarina and São Paulo, Premiership Rugby coaches - including former Exeter Chiefs Community coach, Dom Caton - develop local...

Dawlish Air Show

Event Date: 
22/08/2014 - 12:00pm to 23/08/2014 - 10:00pm
Venue: 
Dawlish

The award-winning Dawlish Air Show attracts over 80,000 people each year, all keen to bask in the glory of the coastline and enjoy the spectacular displays.

The event kicks off with a family fun day on Friday (22 August) which will be officially opened by the Mayor of Dawlish, Cllr John Petherick at 11am.

Centred around The Lawn at the heart of Dawlish, attractions include Savage Skills, BMX stunt bike display; bouncy castle, falconry, music, funfair, aircraft simulator, craft activities, stalls, food, drink and lots more.

A Pilots’ Party will take place from 6pm to...

Dawlish Air Show Family Fun Day

Event Date: 
22/08/2014 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Dawlish

If you thought Dawlish Air Show was just about the flying display – you were wrong!

Friday 22 August is the Family Fun Day and, if you’ve experienced it before, you’ll know that it’s all great fun and culminates with our brilliant pilots’ party in the evening.

Centred around The Lawn in the heart of Dawlish, attractions include Savage Skills, BMX stunt bike display; falconry, music, Zumba class demonstration, funfair, aircraft simulator, craft activities, stalls, food, drink and lots more!

A Pilots’ Party runs from 6pm to 11pm where you can meet the pilots flying in...

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