The RNLI has released footage today of the dramatic moment a lifeboat crew from tackled an out-of control motorboat in Teignmouth Harbour.
The video shows a crew from Teignmouth RNLI lasso the boat under their control before getting to the boat’s controls.
The small motorboat lost control after the boat’s owner fell overboard whilst leaning over the side to recover his mooring near Polly Steps
The owner had unclipped the 'kill-cord'-which stops the engine if disconnected- from himself and somehow managed to push the throttle lever to full power.
Exeter based GB star Charlie-Jane Herbert is keeping two hands firmly on her handlebars this weekend, as she lends a hand at a free Cycle speedway taster session. The youngster, who has represented Great Britain in Cycle speedway both in Australia and in the UK, is working hard to get more women involved in cycling, by teaming up with a selection of GB Cycle Speedway coaches, and other elite riders.
With Cycling on the increase this year and all the excitement of The Tour De France 2014 in Yorkshire, there really is no better time to take to two wheels. Sunday 1 June, will be the...
On Saturday 7 June the South West Blogger Event will take place here in Exeter. The first major event of its kind to be held in the South West, it has been welcomed by local independent businesses throughout the city who are keen to make their mark amongst the UK blogging community.
The event will have a strong local presence, providing an opportunity for businesses to network with bloggers on both a local and national scale. Organisers of the event have worked hard to collaborate with the city’s independents, resulting in a strong South West flavour. Supported by Exeter Trails, a...
Dads will love the BHP Fuel Fest, the brand new motoring show, coming to Westpoint Exeter on Father’s Day, Sunday 15th June. With a day full of live action for the whole family to enjoy, Westpoint Exeter has your Father’s Day plans in hand. The fun-filled new festival focuses on cars and motorbikes, both classic and contemporary, bringing together some of the best machines around. With live shows and static displays throughout the day, as well as trade stands, children’s entertainment and a food village, the entire family is provided for.
For the third year running, an increasing number of eateries have come together to organise their own special event or promotion in June for Devon Restaurant Month, to raise awareness of Devon's award-winning food.
Events for 2014 include 2-4-1 dining, a Pudding Club, a Devon Crab and Lobster night, special tasting menus and afternoon teas.
Commenting on the campaign, Plymouth-based chef and TV presenter Chris Tanner said: "The Devon Restaurant Month initiative is a first-class opportunity for us all to shout about Devon and its 'larder on our doorstep'. The passion and...
An Exeter school has joined in paying tribute to the memory of a 12-year-old girl who died after falling from a wall at the Phoenix Youth centre in Burnthouse Lane. The girl, named as Nicole Hartup by police, is thought to have fallen from the wall whilst watching a football game with friends on Friday evening (23 May). Despite immediate care from Staff from the Youth centre and nearby sports centre, Nicole sadly died at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital later that night. Isca college of Media Arts, where Nicole was a year seven student will hold a memorial assembly for Nicole next week and...
Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter believes new signing Ryan Caldwell is "raring to go" after adding the Irishman to the playing ranks at Sandy Park. The 29-year-old Irish international, who has agreed a two-year deal, is Baxter's fifth summer recruit so far having already added Thomas Waldrom, Moray Low, Mitch Lees and Tomas Francis to his playing roster for the 2014/15 season. Caldwell's arrival in Devon will offer a welcome boost to his new coach, who this season alone has lost locks Tom Hayes and James Hanks to retirement and Romana Graham to French club side La Rochelle. Baxter said...
Jenny Grice, a mother from Teignmouth, has raised £500 for the Royal Devon & Exeter hospital’s Neonatal Unit by holding a charity fun day at the White Ensign Club.
Jenny’s son Jack, now two years old, was born two months premature at Torbay hospital and weighed just 2.2lbs. On the day of his birth he was transferred to the RD&E, and was cared for by staff at the Neonatal Unit for just over three months.
As a way to say thank you for the care Jack received, Jenny organised a charity fun day on 3 May 2014 at the White Ensign Club in Teignmouth. With the help of club...
Two women who died in a coach in Cornwall have been named locally as Margaret Luxton and Carol Mundoon. The women died when the coach they were travelling in hit a wall on the A387 near Looe on Tuesday 13 May. 13 people were hospitalised by injuries received in the crash but have now been discharged. Others with minor injuries were assessed and treated by paramedics at the scene. The coach was hired for a trip organised by Exmouth Age Concern. The 57-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been released on bail until 11 August. Although named...
Leading chartered accountants Francis Clark has added to its impressive record of professional accolades with its VAT Team being recognised as the best VAT consultancy in the 2014 LexisNexis Taxation Awards.
The firm’s VAT team, the largest in the region, comprises six members including a partner (Julie Towers), a director (Richard Staunton), three consultants (Liam Dushynsky, Becky Hayes and Keith Hilton) and a graduate training in VAT (Ross Bond).
Francis Clark Head of Tax, Steve Collins said: “We are all delighted for Julie and her team who have produced some exceptional...
