A whole host of inspiring people from Devon are to be rewarded with New Year's Honours.
Those from the County to be recognised include:
MBE (Member of the British Empire)
Betty and John Insley are set to receive MBE's for their services to children and families. Michael Christopher Duffield has been recognised for services to sailing following his role as president of the Plymouth and Devon Schools Sailing Association. Ms Tracey Louise Green, from Yelverton, will be recognised for her services to children and families. Environmental campaigner Rosemary Day from...
Cinderella Exeter Corn Exchange Kickline Theatre present Cinderella, the ultimate dreams-come-true story. The show runs until 5 January and stars Daniel Page and Alicia Agneson. www.exeter.gov.uk/cinderella
The Extraordinary Adventures of Mr Benn Northcott Theatre, Exeter As if by magic, the shopkeeper appeared... Tall Stories present The Extraordinary Adventures of Mr Benn, full of catchy songs and astounding magic – for all ages... old friends of Mr Benn and new adventurers alike... The show runs until 4 January and tickets are £12 www.exeternorthcott.co.uk...
The head of CBI, the UK’s main business lobby has called for a more “balanced” economic recovery as part of organisations’ annual New Year’s message today.
John Cridland, the CBI Director-General said that there were too many people still “stuck” in minimum wage jobs despite the economy improving.
He said: “The recovery is taking root and business leaders have a spring in their step compared to this time last year – but this is no time to rest on our laurels. “Businesses must support employees in every part of the country to move up the career ladder, while also giving a...
The Environment Agency is warning of further floods today issuing 5 flood warnings and 27 flood alerts across the South West as the severe wind and rain continue to affect the region.
The River Teign near Chudleigh and Kingsteignton, the River Yarty and the River Dart are all expected to see localised flooding with residents warned to take immediate flood protection action.
Coastal regions are also asked to remain cautious in th efface of potential flooding, An Environment Agency spokesman said: "From Monday onwards large waves and strong winds are expected along the south...
Staff at local health insurer Exeter Family Friendly have been busy buying presents to give the young carers of the Mid Devon-based charity project “Kids Who Care” a special Christmas surprise.
The charity supports 230 young carers; offering advice and mentoring as well as the chance to get together with other young carers at club nights and fun days out for well-deserved respite.
Phil Lloyd, Chair of Trustees at “Unite - Carers in Mid Devon” said: “We are incredibly grateful to Exeter Family Friendly for all their help with funding and supporting our annual Kids Who Care...
Devon businessman Alex Wren caught these dramatic images of waves lashing Sidmouth seafront in a YouTube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnutWy2QSb8&feature=youtu.be
Passing cars feel the full force of the storm and buildings are showered with water.
In another seaside town a car was blown onto its roof.
Emergency services in Teignouth were called out after the incident but luckily the driver wasn't seriously injured.
Firefighters responded to over 250 calls in Devon and Somerset yesterday as storm winds battered the South West. People were rescued from cars and unsafe buildings by the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service (DSFRS) often in the same area simultaneously. Area Manager Phil Martin said that people were gambling with their lives if they chose to drive through floodwater. He said: “Your car can float in as little as 30cm of water and it takes much less than that to knock someone off their feet. “People must ask themselves, is it worth gambling with your car and maybe even your life to...
Pupils from three church Primary Schools in Devon have been busy this christmas due to taking part in The Big Crib Project.
The Big Crib Project, organised by the education department of the Exeter Diocese, aims to strengthen links between church primary schools and parish churches.
To strengthen this link schools Lady Seaward's C of E Primary School, Offwell C of E Primary School and Brixton St Mary's C of E Primary School are enlivening their parish churches by creating life size models of the nativity scene.
As well as creating life size models of the navity...
Libraries have a role in helping new and small businesses grow, says Dr Stephen Fear, Entrepreneur in Residence and Ambassador at The British Library.
Dr Fear was speaking in Exeter to business leaders at a briefing by Devon County Council, hosted by Ashfords, about a new resource within Exeter's Central Library that will give businesses access to high quality business and 'Intellectual Property' (IP) information.
The multi-million pound redeveloped Central Library, on track to open next summer, will include a dedicated entreprise support service, funded...
