Supporters of a controversial traffic scheme in Exeter which sparked angry protests have welcomed figures which show traffic levels plummeting in the streets it covers.
The Active Streets experiment in Heavitree and Wonford is designed to take through-traffic away from residential streets to cut pollution and improve road safety.
Bus gates and bollards restrict driving through the so-called Low Traffic Neighbourhood, but opponents say it is driving traffic and pollution elsewhere and making journey times longer....
Devon Air Ambulance has once again received a two-star accreditation as an Outstanding Company to work for.
A recent staff feedback and engagement survey undertaken by Best Companies has resulted in the charity moving up in its sector rankings in comparison to last year’s results.
Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is a growing organisation and constitutes over 170 members of staff that work in diverse fields from charity retail and fundraising to the critical care team and air crew. Though roles are extremely varied, it’s crucial that all staff feel well supported and heard,...
Heart of the South West Trading Standards is urging householders, particularly the elderly and vulnerable, to be on their guard for rogue traders who might try to take advantage of the damage caused to property by Storm Ciaran.
On Wednesday night and throughout Thursday Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay was hit by rain and high winds of up to 75mph.
Fencing, sheds, roof tiles, guttering and garden equipment are the kinds of things that can be damaged by high winds.
Now trading standards is urging householders to always reject offers of goods and services from...
Devon Air Ambulance (DAA) is proud to be celebrating the work of the Charity’s Trustee’s during National Trustees' Week.
At DAA, Trustees bring a great deal of experience and broad industry knowledge and on a day-to-day basis their responsibilities include many things such as, governance, strategic direction, and the financial health of the charity as well as the integrity of all activities, making sure that the charity are developing their aims, objectives, and goals in line with the overall strategy.
The National Council for Voluntary Organisations’ (NCVO) Trustee Week...
Cumberland Grange care home in Exeter threw a wonderful Harvest themed party with live music, prosecco and an autumnal buffet feast to celebrate their 2nd year of care and serving the local community.
Staff, residents and guests commemorated this special occasion together and had a fabulous night dancing, singing, eating and drinking!
Cumberland Grange has built up excellent reputations within its local communities. The home regularly holds events and activities for its residents and surrounding neighbours including monthly Community Cafes and more.
Southern Healthcare has reached the South West regional finals of the Great British Care Awards in six categories that recognise the group's commitment to top quality care provision.
Five individual members of staff, two care teams and the Southern Healthcare group itself, beat off stiff competition to reach the finals of the awards. The finalists will attend a ceremony in Bristol later this month.
Southern Healthcare group has 160 residents across four care homes in Plymouth, Dawlish, Exeter, and Seaton. CEO Geoffrey Cox enthused: "The Great British Care Awards...
Local care home Cumberland Grange in Pinhoe will be opening it’s doors to a number of people from the community to help tackle loneliness in their local community.
Open for elderly people who might usually eat alone, are invited to join the residents and teams at the home on for a 3 course meal, on a day of their choice.
Diners will be treated to a tasty lunch in the home’s dining room. Guests will have a chance to chat to the home’s staff and residents while enjoying their food, and will be able to partake in the afternoons activity with those at the home after their...
It's the pantomime dream come true and we're giving it the magical treatment. Following a wild and wacky record-breaking 'Cinderella', we're going for the classic picture-book magical style for ' Sleeping Beauty ''!
The show stars our regular favourites, Matt Finegan and Will Trafford, and they are joined by the fabulous singing star Rachel Modest from BBC’s ‘The Voice’. Tom Jones described Rachel as ‘the greatest singer the show ever heard’, and her vocal power and comic style will blow you away.
Exeter Round Table’s annual firework extravaganza returns for its 40th anniversary, in support of Devon Air Ambulance.
Devon Air Ambulance is delighted that Exeter Round Table has once more chosen to support the charity with this popular event.
This year, the spectacular pyrotechnical display will be synchronised to the music from the Greatest Showman when it returns to Westpoint Arena on Saturday 4th November.
The display, hosted by Radio Exe, will feature fireworks set to the popular musical by Sonic Fireworks, the 2022 British Champions! Not only that, but...
Exeter Philharmonic Choir will bring Christmas cheer to audiences at Exeter Cathedral over two nights this December with carols both traditional and contemporary. Devon harpist Elizabeth-Jane Baldry will compere the concerts on Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13 December and is sure to charm the audience with entertaining musical anecdotes as she guides them through the Choir’s programme.
A solo trumpet and the impressive sound of the cathedral organ will accompany the Choir’s 100-plus voices. Audience members will be invited to join the Choir in familiar festive songs. For those who...
