Devon

Digital marketing agency takes up new office space

Authored by MiHi Digital
Posted: Tue, 12/13/2016 - 11:24am

A local digital marketing agency has moved to larger premises as the company continues to go from strength-to-strength.

Having been set up by digital marketing specialist Mark Worden from the living room of a one-bedroom flat on the Exeter Quayside three years ago, the business will now service more than 150 clients from 900sq ft. of office space spread across two floors on the Devon / Cornwall border.

The company, which offers assistance on all aspects of online marketing including website design, social media, search engine optimisation and strategy, made the decision to...

Manhunt after knife-point robbery at Exeter petrol station

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2016 - 3:12pm

At around 12.50am on Monday 12 December 2016, a man armed with a large knife, entered the Esso petrol station on Cowley Bridge Road in Exeter.

A man, thought to be in his late 30s, picked up a till which was located in the Subway concession of the store. He was unable to open the till and threatened a member of staff to hand over approximately £400 in notes.

The man left the shop and ran into an alleyway which leads through to Lower Argyll Mews. The police helicopter was called to assist in the search for this offender.

There was one member of staff in the shop at...

Man dies following collision on A379

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2016 - 1:25pm

Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision between a car and a pedestrian that left one man fatally injured.

Stephen McKay, from Newton Abbot, was fatally injured in the collision which happened on Thursday 1 December 2016.

Police were called at around 3pm following reports of a collision between a man in his 50’s and a Citroen Picasso on the A379 at Holcombe, Dawlish.

A number of road closures were put in place as paramedics and Air ambulance attended. The Air ambulance landed by the Smugglers Inn and the injured man was taken to Derriford Hospital...

Commuter-led project to cut congestion set to move into second gear

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2016 - 12:48pm

The first stage of a commuter-driven initiative designed to help reduce traffic congestion has revealed some fascinating results, organisers have said.

Experts from the University of Exeter launched the project earlier this year to determine what factors influence the time and routes chosen by people travelling to and from the city.

As part of the project, the team hosted an online survey - www.commute-exeter.com - aimed at anyone aged 17 and over who commutes for work or study.

Now, having collated the thousands of responses received, the team has revealed how...

Christmas and New Year bus services

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 12/11/2016 - 6:54pm

Stagecoach South West has confirmed details of its Christmas bus services, with services operating throughout the holiday period excluding Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

Buses across the network will finish early on both Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve with the majority of services ending around 8.30pm on both days. Fans travelling to Sandy Park for the Christmas Eve Chiefs match are advised that the last C bus will leave Sandy Park at 8.30pm.

Stagecoach will be running special services on Boxing Day on the following routes:

• Exeter (A, E/F2) • Cranbrook (4) •...

Dogs Trust helps pet owners in housing crisis

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 12/10/2016 - 3:54pm

Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, will be delivering hampers to homeless dogs this Christmas after 170 homelessness organisations requested parcels for 1200 dogs. With the number of people rough sleeping in England doubling since 2010, this service is as vital as ever [1] The charity will be delivering gifts to homelessness organisations in Exeter for almost 30 dogs. Every Christmas, through its Hope Project, the charity brings some festive cheer for homeless dogs by distributing canine hampers of coats, blankets, collars, leads, treats and toys to dogs and their owners....

Stagecoach announces temporary overflow parking at Matford Park & Ride

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 12/09/2016 - 6:55pm

Stagecoach South West has announced that additional car parking spaces will be temporarily available at the Matford Park & Ride site across the busy Christmas shopping period and into the New Year.

Opening from Saturday 10 December, the new temporary overflow car park is located on the land formerly occupied by auctioneer Husseys, opposite the main Matford Park & Ride site. The landowner, Exeter City Council, has granted short term use until a new tenant permanently occupies the site.

Bob Dennison, Managing Director of Stagecoach South West, said: “I’d like to thank...

Exhibition: GET FRESH _ Work by new SouthWest designer-makers -

Event Date: 
14/01/2017 - 10:00am to 05/03/2017 - 5:30pm
Venue: 
Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, Devon TQ13 9AF www.crafts.org.uk 01626 832223

A biennial exhibition showing work by 15 new or emerging designer-makers from the South West. The exhibition reveals a diversity of approach to materials and the design process, whilst also providing a debut platform for new makers’ craftwork

Open daily, free- 10am-5.30pm.

www.crafts.org.uk

Buy a used car from the comfort of your home

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 12/09/2016 - 2:43pm

Forget trudging from one hectic dealership to another – you can now buy a car from the comfort of your own home.

Online used car dealership, Carspring has officially launched in Exeter, enabling users to get a used vehicle delivered from their very own, dedicated page.

The new site offers flexible finance, a 14-day money-back guarantee and doorstep delivery within the Exeter area.

The company’s launch in the city reflects Carspring’s exponential development from a disruptive startup to a growth stage company in just a year.

What’s more, the site’s owners...

Polish Rugby Union open trials in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 12/09/2016 - 1:22pm

Do you play rugby, live in the UK or Republic of Ireland, were born in Poland or have a Polish parent or grandparent? If so, you can play for Polish national rugby teams - even if you don’t speak the language!

The first trial for rugby players who live in the England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and qualify to play for the Poland, will be held on the 17th December in Exeter.

The trials will take the form of two sessions (commencing at 12:00 and 16:00) and will be held with the Poland Under 18 rugby team who will be on tour in Exeter at the time. The U18 team is scheduled...

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