Devon

Appeal following sexual assault on bus

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/27/2015 - 2:38pm

Police in South Devon are appealing for information following a sexual assault on a bus.

The incident occurred between 8.30pm and 8.45pm on Thursday 23rd April whilst the victim, a 17 year old female travelled on a No.12 Stagecoach bus, between Paignton and Newton Abbot.

When the bus stopped at the Arcades near to Fleet Walk, Torquay, an unidentified man was talking to the driver. As the bus continued its journey between Torquay and Newton Abbot, the victim sat upstairs at the very front of the bus when she was joined by this man.

He engaged her in conversation, was...

Picture yourself at Killerton

This week an ambitious four month event called ‘Framing the view’ launched at Killerton National Trust estate, near Exeter.

Twelve installations, a number of which have been designed and built by Killerton’s talented ranger team, are placed around the parkland and garden to highlight the best views and tell the story behind the people who once owned, designed and painted the picturesque landscape.

Visitors will stumble upon a giant picture frame, a high seat, tourist telescope, easels and art supplies to show off Killerton’s picturesque views in a different way.

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Two Short Nights Film Festival call for entries

Exeter Phoenix is excited to announce that the Two Short Nights Film Festival’s call for entries is now open. Two Short Nights celebrates and promotes short film and the people who make them. Now in its 14th year, the festival is proud to nurture new and emerging talent and offers a platform for regional, national and international short films to be seen. This year’s festival will take place on 26th and 27th November 2015 at Exeter Phoenix and will include screenings, talks and the premiere of this year’s Exeter Phoenix Short Film Commissions and Artist Moving Image Commission. The...

Jewellery stolen in Devon burglary

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/27/2015 - 12:32pm

Police in Newton Abbot are appealing for information following a burglary in Kingskerswell where a sentimental watch was stolen.

The burglary occurred sometime between Thursday 2nd April and Saturday 4th April at a property in Park Road, Kingskerswell.

Entry was gained by smashing a conservatory window, and once inside and following a search a number of jewellery items were stolen including rings and watches.

Amongst the items stolen was a rose gold pocket watch, (similar pictured) which had a ‘T’ bar chain attached to it.

The watch was of particular...

Palace date for Exeter blind veteran

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 05/27/2015 - 11:46am

A blind veteran from Exeter will celebrate Blind Veterans UK’s 100 year anniversary at a special garden party at Buckingham Palace on 4 June.

John Evans, 60, will be visiting the palace with more than 1,000 other veterans helped by Blind Veterans UK, to mark the military charity’s 100 years of proud service and support to blind and vision-impaired ex-Service men and women.

He served in the Royal Air Force from 1972 until 1978, working as an Engineer at RAF Bicester and RAF Abingdon.

In 1999 John was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a disease which gradually...

Sugru seeks investment to support global expansion

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/27/2015 - 11:14am

The world’s first ever mouldable glue, Sugru, is inviting its customers, followers and the public to become shareholders via its crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube.

With an initial target of £1 million, the money will be used to support the company’s rapid global expansion.

Invented in 2003 by Irish art student, Jane ni Dhulchaointigh, Sugru is an adhesive that moulds like play dough, sticks to almost anything and turns into a strong flexible rubber overnight. Forbes described this cool British brand as “21st century Duct Tape” and it has now sold 5 million packs in over...

Polar bear parade for harbour

Authored by Paigntonzoo
Posted: Wed, 05/27/2015 - 10:42am

Living Coasts is highlighting the issue of climate change with a parade of petite painted polar bears.

Torquay’s coastal zoo and aquarium is running the free trail between 25th May and 31st August. Businesses around Torquay harbour will have the mini polar bears on display throughout the summer.

The trail, which is sponsored by the English Riviera Wheel, follows on from the successful mini penguin trail the charity ran last year. Free trail sheets will be available from Living Coasts from Monday 25th May.

Living Coasts spokesperson Phil Knowling said: “We have some...

Strengthening the rural economy of Devon and Cornwall

The official launch of the partnership between The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) and Bicton College has been celebrated, with an event at Devon County Show. Specially invited guests and a number of industry partners attended the traditional cream tea; where the future plans and vision for the newly merged organisation was laid out. The merger has created one of the country’s largest land-based providers of education and training; with over 1,200 acres of land in Devon and Cornwall being used for industry-based research and training. Head of Rural Economy at The Cornwall College Group, Dr...

Caledonian Society elects new president

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/27/2015 - 8:41am

The Annual General Meeting of the Exeter & District Caledonian Society took place on Friday 22 May at Southernhay URC Hall in Exeter.

Over thirty members attended and current Vice President Greenock born Hilda Sterry has been elected to serve a two year term as President.

The chain of office was handed over by Sandy Garrity the outgoing President.

Rab Cross has been elected to serve as Vice President.

For more information and membership details please please go to www.exetercaledoniansociety.co.uk

Garden Open Day

Event Date: 
14/06/2015 - 1:30pm
Venue: 
Wixels, Ferry Road, Topsham EX3 0JH

Come and ‘sit-a-while’ in this lovely garden …. many interesting features, ome semi-exotic plants, large greenhouse and wonderful River Exe Estuary views. Mary and Chris Lambert are kindly opening their garden in support of Estuary League of Friends, so come and enjoy a relaxing afternoon, exploring the garden and take a while to enjoy the view with refreshments, cake and good company!

Entrance £2.50 - Refreshments available at additional cost.

Garden open 1.30pm-4.30pm.

All proceeds going to Estuary League of Friends.

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