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Celebrating EX2 Group's completed project at the RD and E Hospital

Exeter’s EX2 Group Complete £10 million Power Upgrade at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital

The Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital has just had a huge £10 million energy infrastructure overhaul from the EX2 Group, securing vital resilience for the future.

Exeter electrical engineering and construction specialist EX2 Group has successfully completed a major, five‑year programme upgrading the electrical infrastructure for the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford) – boosting resilience and supporting patient care.

The behind-the-scenes power overhaul, totalling around £10 million, involved the replacement of the hospital’s main high‑voltage (HV) and low‑voltage (LV...

Community Fund to donate £1,000 for winter project

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 10/23/2017 - 12:56pm

Community groups, charities and schools in the Exeter area are being invited to apply for £1,000 worth of building materials to help with a winter project as part of RGB Building Supplies’ Well Built Community Fund.

Whether materials are needed to build a Christmas grotto, help put on a pantomime, or ensure a community centre is protected against winter weather, RGB would like to hear about it.

Paul West, Branch Manager at RGB Exeter, commented: “Everyone at RGB is extremely proud to support groups across the region with our Well Built Community Fund. We’re always surprised...

Montpellier 24 Exeter Chiefs 27

Hurricane Brian may have been whipping up a storm back in England, but across the Channel Exeter Chiefs continue to make waves in this season’s European Champions Cup.

Rob Baxter’s side made it two wins from two in Pool 3 as they overcame rivals Montpellier at the Altrad Stadium.

Fresh from sinking in-form Glasgow Warriors the week previous, the reigning English champions put on another gutsy display in the South of France, sealing victory thanks to tries from Don Armand (2) and Ian Whitten, plus 12 points from the boot of fly-half Gareth Steenson.

In reply,...

Exeter School Sixth Form Interview Scheme hosted by Ashfords for first time

Over 35 professionals from the parent, alumni and friends of Exeter School body conducted almost 200 work style interviews in one day.

Each Upper Sixth pupil participated in two professional interviews which will stand them in good stead for university, work experience or future careers.

Careers Adviser Ruth Cheesman said: "Whether interviews are for University, work experience or a career it is something that can be daunting to all of us.

"We believe giving our pupils an opportunity to develop their skills in a safe environment is crucial in preparing them for...

Young professionals support youth charity - in style

Authored by Philippa2
Posted: Sun, 10/22/2017 - 5:30pm

A networking group of young Exeter professionals celebrated their relationship with the city’s YMCA, when they attended a Black Tie dinner and dance on Friday October 20th hosted by the youth support charity.

The Exeter Young Professionals’ Network (YPN) was set up in 2010 by the local law firm Gilbert Stephens, which has the YMCA as one of its chosen charities. The YPN was originally created to help Gilbert Stephens’ own younger staff in the Exeter area to build their own networks, but now has around 300 members from industry, professional services and the charity sector –...

City narrowly beaten in League Two

Exeter City were narrowly beaten 1-0 by Port Vale at St James Park in Sky Bet League Two.

Tom Pope's first-half goal gave Vale all three points, and despite City's best efforts to get back into the match, they were unable to find the net.

The Grecians made three changes to the side that were beaten by Luton Town in midweek, as Jordan-Moore-Taylor and Hiram Boateng returned from injury and Kyle Edwards also came into the team with Craig Woodman, Jordan Tillson and Lee Holmes all replaced.

The away side created the first opportunity of the match on five minutes as Ben...

Winners of Devon Air Ambulance's Grand Summer Draw announced

Thank you to everyone who has supported us in this year’s Grand Summer Draw (GSD); you have helped to raise an incredible £39,000 and we are delighted to announce the winners of the 2017 Grand Summer Draw prizes:

Carol Timms of Okehampton is our 1st prize winner and is now the proud owner of a Mazda2, kindly donated by Vospers Exeter. Carol bought the winning ticket from our volunteer David Weeks.

2nd prize was presented to Grace Rowe of Barnstaple who won a break for 2 at the Pad Apartment in South Devon, kindly donated by Mr David Quick. A long-standing supporter of Devon...

Step out in spooky Exeter this Halloween!

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 10/20/2017 - 11:31am

On Tuesday (31 October), Exeter’s Red Coat Guides will be running their annual Spooks & Broomsticks tour of the city.

Discover more about the most haunted parts of Exeter, with fascinating, spooky tales suitable for all the family.

Tours start from 6.15pm and will be running regularly until 7pm. They are completely free of charge with no need to book, just turn up at the Richard Hooker statue on Cathedral Green and join a tour. Fancy dress is very welcome!

Normally an annual tradition, these popular Halloween tours were unable to run in 2016 due to the...

NPS South West celebrates 10 years

Authored by Glen King PR
Posted: Fri, 10/20/2017 - 10:39am

Property design and management consultants, NPS South West Ltd., held an event at Exeter Castle to celebrate 10 years of working in the South West. Part of the NPS Group, the South West Office based in Exeter, employs over 70 staff and offers a multi-discipline property consultancy service, tailored to meet the needs of both public and private sector clients. Services include; architecture, design and maintenance, engineering, surveying and asset management.

Over 150 members of the construction industry and NPS staff, came together to recognise this milestone anniversary with fizz...

Sponsorship deal is just the ticket for Exeter letting agents

Authored by Philippa2
Posted: Fri, 10/20/2017 - 10:37am

Exeter City Football Club has begun the season brightly, with success both on and off the pitch.

They’ve achieved some great results in their early matches, and are also benefiting from the new branding and sponsorship of their ticket booth with the Exeter Lettings and Property Management agents Kirkham Gould.

Marketing and football are all about formation and positioning. When Saturday comes, the Grecians’ fans can’t miss the logo and corporate branding of the Exeter Lettings and Property Management agents: it’s placed on the busy ticket office near the main entrance to...

Yarcombe Young Farmers support Exeter’s Neonatal Unit

The Yarcombe and District Young Farmers Club (YFC) have donated £1,000 to the Neonatal Unit at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital to help support their work caring for poorly babies and their families.

The club selected the unit as one of their chosen charities for the year because of the specialist support it provides for people from their local community. They also chose to support the Neonatal Unit at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton and children’s charity Over the Wall - raising £3,000 in total for their three charities, to be divided equally between them.

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