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Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

Exeter Racecourse hosted its first networking event of the year with a sell-out gathering that was buzzing with enthusiasm, as businesses from across the region came together full of optimism for the year ahead. Delegates enjoyed a productive morning of networking, followed by afternoon racing.

The quarterly networking events, launched in 2024, have quickly become some of the most popular business gatherings in the region. Hosted at the racecourse, they offer a relaxed yet professional environment that encourages meaningful connections.

The events are spearheaded by Head...

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£2m centre linking maths and medicine will transform healthcare

A pioneering new research centre in Exeter, which aims to revolutionise the diagnosis and prognosis of a range of common chronic health conditions using predictive mathematical models, will celebrate its official launch this month.

The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) centre for Predictive Modelling in Healthcare will host a world-leading team of mathematicians, statisticians, and clinicians who will be working with a range of industrial partners, patients, and other stakeholders on diagnosing and treating conditions such as cardiac arrhythmias, diabetes,...

Teignbridge takes action against waste offender

Teignbridge District Council has successfully prosecuted a man after potentially hazardous computer waste was found dumped in a country lane.

South Devon Magistrates, sitting in Torquay, fined Christopher Chalk, 21, from Torquay a total of £1,166 for not having the proper licence to get rid of waste.

People or businesses that transport, buy, sell or dispose of waste, or arrange for someone else to do so, must be registered.

In this particular case a Torbay computer business owner paid Mr Chalk to dispose of the goods but Mr Chalk did not have a waste carriers...

Chiefs agree kit deal

Exeter Chiefs and Samurai Sportswear are predicting a bright future ahead after today agreeing a new long-term contract.

The five-year deal will see the Norfolk-based sportswear manufacturer continue to supply the Aviva Premiership club with its innovative range of playing kit and off-field leisurewear, as well as providing an extensive range of kit and clothing for the club’s support base.

The partnership, which was first signed in 2010 before the Chiefs were promoted into English rugby’s top flight, is the joint longest of its type in the Premiership, with both parties...

Food festival attracts crowds despite the rain

Hundreds of hardy souls braved the elements to attend the opening day of the South West Festival of Exeter Food and Drink.

Now in its 13th year and once again at Exeter Castle and Northernhay Gardens until Sunday, the Festival attracts more than 100 artisan food and drink producers from the region selling delicious south west meat, cheeses, bread, cider, wine, beer, oils, cakes and much more.

The award-winning Festival has been championed by Michael Caines MBE since its launch in 2003 and he is as enthusiastic as ever about the event.

Michael said: "It’s always a...

Major conservation project to preserve Cathedral’s medieval statues

THE iconic image screen on the front of Exeter Cathedral is to undergo an extensive renovation – made possible thanks to the support of The Prince of Wales who made a donation through The Prince of Wales’ Charitable Foundation.

The three rows of statues on the West Front were added to the already constructed Cathedral between 1340 and 1470, and depict angels, kings and prophets and disciples of Jesus.

Dozens of figures also peer out from the battlements above and the whole screen is decorated with plants and animals. Originally, the statues were coloured in bright paint,...

After school clubs can help disadvantaged pupils

The founder of a rugby-based after school club says the findings of a new report highlight the positive impact clubs can have on pupils, particularly from less wealthy backgrounds.

Tracey Alison, who set up Minis Academy after the success of Rugby World Cup 2015 in the city, says the Nuffield Foundation-funded report underlines the importance in the provision of affordable after-school clubs in the Exeter area.

She said: “In particular, the outcomes here show that after-school clubs can inspire children from disadvantaged backgrounds towards higher achievement, which is an...

Tony Hogg welcomes further reduction in recorded crime

Recorded crime across Devon and Cornwall has reduced by 11% during Police and Crime Commissioner Tony Hogg’s term of office Comparing total recorded crime for the 12 month period to the end of December 2015 to the 12 month period to the end of December 2012. This represents nearly 10,000 fewer crimes per year in 2015 compared to 2012. As a result, the risk of being a victim of crime has reduced substantially. This good performance has been driven by consistent reductions in acquisitive crime. For example burglary and theft offences have reduced by nearly a quarter (22%) during the...

FoodCycle project launches in Exeter

Exeter is the newest location to launch a FoodCycle community meal made entirely from surplus food.

FoodCycle, a nationwide charity with 29 projects, uses surplus food from supermarkets to cook healthy, three-course meals for people who are in need of a warm meal and a chance to meet other people in their community.

FoodCycle Exeter opened its door in March 2016, and has been cooking up a storm every Tuesday evening at 6pm at the Wonford Community Centre, in Wonford, Exeter.

Anna Lo Jacomo, one of the volunteers running the project, says “FoodCycle is a friendly...

Do you have the Foodie Factor?

Exeter's New Dining Quarter Want to Know: “Do you have the Foodie Factor?”

Opening in August 2016, Exeter's exciting new Queen St dining quarter will be the city's premium dining location. This £12m culinary hub will be home to eight restaurants serving food and drink to cater for all tastes and budgets, day and night.

If that wasn't exciting enough the Queen St team have now launched their search for a budding chef, secret baker, gastronomic genius or someone who produces 'great grub'

Find a Foodie is an opportunity of a lifetime, the chance to be part of this '...

Low says 'easy decision' to stay at Chiefs

Scotsman Moray Low says it was an 'easy decision' for him to agree terms on a new deal with Aviva Premiership side Exeter Chiefs.

With his initial two-year stay set to expire this summer, the former Glasgow Warriors prop has put pen to paper on a similar deal, tying him to Sandy Park until 2018 at least.

Low’s decision to remain in Devon is yet another timely boost for Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter, who has wasted little time in tying down new contracts for a number of his current squad, as well as adding a fresh sprinkling of new faces for next season.

“I’ve really...

Business Daily

Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

£2m centre linking maths and medicine will transform healthcare

Teignbridge takes action against waste offender

Chiefs agree kit deal

Food festival attracts crowds despite the rain

Major conservation project to preserve Cathedral’s medieval statues

After school clubs can help disadvantaged pupils

Tony Hogg welcomes further reduction in recorded crime

FoodCycle project launches in Exeter

Do you have the Foodie Factor?

Low says 'easy decision' to stay at Chiefs

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