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Ramblers help to make access easier on Dartmoor

Walkers following the popular Two Moors Way between Newbridge and Holne on Dartmoor can now enjoy an easier walk thanks to a generous donation from a local walking group towards route improvements.

Moorland Ramblers provided a £200 donation to Dartmoor National Park Authority’s Donate for Dartmoor donation scheme to help fund the cost of converting worn out stiles with kissing gates. The work was co-ordinated by the National Park Authority with assistance from local farmers and contractors.

Andrew Watson, Head of Recreation, Access & Estates said: “We would like to...

Growth in construction workloads pegged by uncertainty in SW

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/20/2017 - 6:53am

South West workloads have slowed across all sectors of the construction industry as Brexit delays investment, according to the Q2 2017 UK RICS Construction and Infrastructure Market Survey. Anecdotal evidence from respondents suggests that uncertainty regarding Brexit is weighing on investment decisions, alongside the political turmoil generated from last month’s general election.

After a positive picture in the Q1 survey with the growth in workloads accelerating at its strongest pace since the referendum, there has been a modest slowing in Q2 2017 with private commercial and...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 07/19/2017 - 10:29pm

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (21-23) July:

THEATRE

Just Like That! The Tommy Cooper Show Friday, 8pm, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter A wonderful homage to the UK’s best-loved comedian of all time, a laugh-a-minute extravaganza that comedy fans of all ages simply can’t miss – just like that! Written by and Starring John Hewer. www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk

Comedy of Errors Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Rougemont Gardens, Exeter A brand-new adaptation of William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors. Marrying a colourful circus-infused...

Olly Murs concert cancelled

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/19/2017 - 7:05pm

Thousands of Olly Murs fans have been left disappointed after it was announced that his concert at Powderham Castle next weekend has been cancelled.

Event organisers, Stephen C Associates Limited, has gone into insolvency and is now expected to go into liquidation.

The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Proms event which was due to take place on Sunday 30 July has also been cancelled.

Stephen C Associates Limited said: “We are sorry to inform you that the company Stephen C Associates Limited, promoter of numerous outdoor shows, has ceased to trade. It is insolvent and...

Crediton mum takes to the skies for charity

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/19/2017 - 2:51pm

A woman from Crediton has raised a phenomenal £1122 by taking to the skies and jumping out of a plane at 15,000 feet to help support the British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) life saving research.

Gill Davies, 34, was inspired to do the jump for the love of her daughter Caitlin, who was sadly born with a serious, and at times life threatening heart condition.

“We didn’t know there was any problem with her heart, until a couple of hours after she was born. She became blue and lifeless and was rushed to the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU). After a few hours, we were told that she...

Emergency services launch lifesaving campaign

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/19/2017 - 1:51pm

With tens of thousands of holidaymakers due to descend on us over the next few weeks, the emergency services have united in a campaign aimed at keeping everyone safe on the coast.

#Coastsafe brings together safety messages issued by organisations including Devon and Cornwall Police, the RNLI, HM Coastguard, Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service and Cornwall Air Ambulance. It builds on work done in previous years when a training pack was produced for schools by Newquay Cllr Geoff Brown and his wife Chris, under the name CoastSafe, to raise awareness about sea safety around the coast. Go...

Behind the scenes tour and children's entertainment at Newton Abbot Racecourse Family Day

With the school holidays fast-approaching, Newton Abbot Racecourse will be celebrating the start of summer with an extra-special treat for racing lovers at their Family Fun Raceday on Sunday 23 July.

Alongside seven thrilling summer jumps races to entertain racing fans, the racecourse will be offering a rare chance to see behind the scenes on a raceday with their free behind the scenes tour.

Those lucky enough to secure a place on the free tour will be able to: visit the weighing room and learn more about what happens pre and post racing from the Clerk of the Scales, walk...

New art residencies will help people discover riverside parks

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 07/19/2017 - 10:01am

Two artists are creating opportunities for people to explore, reflect on and shape the future of Exeter’s green spaces.

The artwork is part of an overall plan to improve the Riverside Valley Park, which is loved by visitors and residents of Exeter alike.

Exeter City Council, which owns the land, has identified ways to improve the Park, set out in the Riverside and Ludwell Valley Park Masterplan. Suggestions include more opportunities for adventurous play, new orchards and flower-rich meadows.

Environmental artist, Anne-Marie Culhane’s project ‘FLOW’ will work with...

Attempted murder investigation launched after man stabbed in Tiverton

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 07/18/2017 - 11:17pm

At around 11pm on Monday evening (17 July), police were informed by the ambulance service that a man in his thirties had received a stab wound to his side.

This was understood to have taken place sometime between 10.30pm and just before 11pm, probably close to the White Ball pub on Bridge Street.

The victim entered the pub from the Westexe direction requesting medical help. It was at this point staff called 999.

Due to the seriousness of the injuries the casualty was airlifted by the air ambulance to Derriford hospital in Plymouth.

The injuries were...

Teignbridge flying the flag with three of the best green spaces

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 07/18/2017 - 10:49pm

Newton Abbot’s Decoy Country Park and Courtenay Park, and The Den in Teignmouth have been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme.

The trio of Teignbridge-owned recreation areas are among a record-breaking 1,797 UK parks and green spaces that have received a prestigious Green Flag Award – the mark of a quality park or green space.

This international award, now in its third decade, is a sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities. 2017 marks Decoy’s eleventh...

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