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EDDC launches StartSmart: a new programme to support East Devon startups and entrepreneurs

East Devon District Council (EDDC) is launching StartSmart , a new business support programme designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and startup businesses across East Devon build strong, sustainable foundations from day one.

The programme will officially launch with a free startup event on Tuesday 17 March, 10am–2pm, at the East Devon Business Centre, Honiton (EX14 1SF). The event is aimed at anyone looking to start a business in East Devon, as well as those who have launched a business within the last three years.

The StartSmart launch event will bring together expert...

First Women’s Equality Party candidate for Exeter local elections

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 04/10/2018 - 7:25am

Voters in Exeter will be able to vote for the Women’s Equality Party (WEP) for the first time on 3 May.

Former British diplomat Bea Gare is standing in Duryard and St James, a ward she first became familiar with as a PhD student at the University of Exeter.

She has been out talking with residents, and they have been raising their concerns with her, from planning decisions to increasing homelessness, and alcohol and drug misuse. Bea Gare said: “Duryard and St James ranges from quiet country lanes to streets where Exeter’s late night economy needs balancing with respect for...

Lightfoot appoints Rupert Lyon Taylor as Managing Director of fleet division

Lightfoot, the award-winning in-vehicle technology and driver rewards platform, has recently announced the promotion of Rupert Lyon Taylor to the position of Managing Director of its fleet division.

Rupert joined the company in 2017 as Operations Director, and the team is delighted that he has now taken on this challenge. In his new position, Rupert will have primary responsibility for managing the fleet side of the business as Lightfoot continues its rapid growth.

In the past year Lightfoot has doubled its number of employees and this is set to double again in the next...

IKEA brings “Wonderful Everyday Tour” to Exeter and Devon

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 04/09/2018 - 12:48pm

Ahead of its much-anticipated new store opening on 10th May 2018, home furnishings retailer IKEA will be bringing the “Wonderful Everyday Tour” to Exeter and the wider region, giving residents and visitors the chance to experience the little things in life that make the everyday more wonderful. From Friday 13th April to Thursday 10th May 2018, ten unique mini-events and installations will be popping up in and around Exeter, bringing IKEA’s philosophy of the “Wonderful Everyday” to life, and giving Devon residents a preview of what’s to come when the new store opens. The “Wonderful Everyday...

YMCA Exeter join Exeter City Council in pilot work experience programme

Six young residents from YMCA Exeter were invited to spend a time a day at the Civic Centre to pilot a new programme which aims to introduce homeless people into employment at the Council.

The Christian youth charity, who have existed in Exeter since 1846, provide services in Supported Accommodation, Training and Employment, and Health and Wellbeing.

The residents from YMCA Exeter, who have all experienced homelessness, were given a tour of eight different City Council departments including, Environmental Health, Tourism, Economy and Open Spaces.

They were then...

Chiefs side to face Gloucester

Ali Hepher says the time has come for Exeter Chiefs to "get the hammer down" and propel themselves ever closer to the Aviva Premiership play-offs.

With just four rounds of the regular season remaining, the defending champions currently sit top of the pile, eight points clear of next best Saracens, and ten clear of third-place Wasps.

It's a perfect position for Devon's finest to find themselves in, but head coach Hepher acknowledges the Chiefs must look to strengthen their grip on proceedings, starting with Sunday's clash against Gloucester at a packed out Sandy Park (3pm...

Grecians leave it late to take all three points on the road

Cambridge United 2 Exeter City 3

Exeter City came from behind to beat Cambridge United 3-2 at the Abbey Stadium in Sky Bet League Two.

After falling behind to a Jabo Ibehre goal in the first half, the Grecians rallied to level through Jayden Stockley's header.

The home side then went in front again after a wonderful finish from George Maris, but after Matt Jay scored his first senior goal for the club, Jake Taylor was on hand to round off the comeback late on to ensure the Grecians keep up their hopes for automatic promotion.

Paul Tisdale named an unchanged...

Local foodservice provider raises over £1,800 for Devon charity

Last month, Bidfood’s depot in Devon donated £1,820.33 to the local charity Call South West, to help them support children and adults with communication difficulties.

The Devon depot has supported Call South West for the last two years, so far donating over £4,500 from a variety of fundraising activities. These activities included: sponsored bike rides and walks along the South West Coast Path, a ‘Calendar Girls’ style 2018 employee calendar, as well as cake sales and raffles..

The depot’s generous donations will go towards Call South West’s funding of Augmentative &...

PSP firm's washable mattress made from recycled bottles

Mattresses are a huge environmental problem which might be about to be solved thanks to a brainwave by Squirrel Medical, a company based at the internationally renowned Plymouth Science Park.

Currently, the UK sees some 169,000 mattresses dumped into landfill.

Hygiene concerns mean many of the parts mean cannot be recycled. It’s a global issue with industry experts saying America saw more than 20 million mattresses thrown away last year alone.

“The scale of what we’re dealing with is unbelievable,” explains Gary Baker, Research and Development Director at Squirrel...

Just a few tickets remain for Baxter A Tribute To Steeno at Sandy Park

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Thu, 04/05/2018 - 7:11pm

A night out with the boss is something most of us dread but one ‘employee’ can’t wait for his and he’s inviting you to join him!

For Exeter Chiefs director of rugby, Rob Baxter, is staging a special evening with one of his longest serving staff members – Gareth Steenson.

It is all part of the fly half’s testimonial year which has already boasted a whole host of sold-out events.

And just a few tickets are left for Baxter A Tribute To Steeno at Sandy Park.

The evening will focus on the promotion season and early years in the Premiership and the subsequent...

Car destroyed in suspected arson attack

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 04/05/2018 - 4:28pm

Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information following reports of arson in Exeter.

The incident happened at around 1am on Monday 2 April near the junction of Heather Close and Thornpark Rise.

A grey Mini Cooper S was parked in residential parking when it was set on fire after the sunroof was smashed.

A 32-year-old man from Exeter was arrested on suspicion of arson and released under investigation pending further enquiries.

Anyone who witnessed the incident and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101@dc.police.uk or call...

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