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New flights from Exeter announced by regional airline

Loganair has announced changes to its Exeter schedule which introduce a new daily flight to Manchester as part of the regional airline’s growth plans.

The airline has confirmed that a new Exeter to Manchester flight will run daily, beginning 26 October. Tickets are on sale now, priced from £59.99, including a 15kg hold bag and 6kg cabin bag.

Luke Farajallah, chief executive officer at Loganair, said: "The addition of the Manchester to Exeter route to Loganair's extensive network across the UK and beyond further enhances connectivity for leisure and business travellers,...

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South West Celebrates World Tourism Day With Revolutionary, First-of-its-kind Data Hub

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 10/01/2024 - 3:10pm

The South West marked World Tourism Day (September 27) with the launch of an innovative initiative to help boost Devon and Somerset’s tourism industry.

The South West Visitor Economy Hub is a new online tool for the sector, gathering and analysing data from various sources, including accommodation providers and attractions, transport networks, parking providers, the weather, and other data providers to help measure occupancy, revenue, footfall and perceptions, faster than ever before.

By providing tourism businesses, Destination Management Organisations (DMOs), councils...

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New GP provider for homeless service in Exeter and Barnstaple

A new community interest company – Inclusion Health Devon (IncluDe) has been awarded the contract to provide primary medical care services to the homeless and vulnerably housed in Exeter and Barnstaple.

Inclusion Health Devon took over the running of the Clock Tower Surgery in Exeter and has now established a permanent service at the Freedom Centre in Barnstaple, following the success of the previous pilot project.

They are a newly formed Community Interest Company (CIC) set up by clinicians (GPs and nurses) from both the Clock Tower Surgery in Exeter and Freedom Centre...

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Developer donation for Cranbrook football

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/30/2024 - 9:39pm

A local youth football club has received a £1,000 donation from one of the leading developers behind the Cranbrook expansion scheme.

Persimmon Homes South West handed over the cheque to Cranbrook United Youth FC at its playing fields, with the funds going towards new kits for players, which will be emblazoned with the company’s logo.

Since its formation in 2015, the club has grown into one of the largest club in the area, having age groups from Under 6s through to its Men’s team.

Persimmon currently has high-quality properties for sale at two sites in the area...

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From Devon to Culinary Excellence 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/30/2024 - 8:29pm
Local chef receives 5-star mentorship from Michelin-starred Simon Hulstone ahead of prestigious competition final

The Craft Guild of Chefs' Young National Chef of the Year (YNCOTY) competition is in full swing, having recently staged its highly anticipated Mentor Day, sponsored by Seafood from Norway. Michelin-starred chef Simon Hulstone spent the morning mentoring Devon’s rising culinary star, Lewis Nicholas.

The YNCOTY competition, organised by the Craft Guild of Chefs, stands out among young chef contests, bringing together the most talented and promising chefs in the industry...

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Cancer Research UK and Tesco pharmacies join forces to help spot cancer early and save lives

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Mon, 09/30/2024 - 6:10am

People in East Devon who are concerned about cancer can now get expert information and support while they shop.

For the first time, Tesco and Cancer Research UK are working together to prompt customers who have spotted something about their body that doesn’t look or feel right, or that isn’t going away, to talk with one of their local supermarket’s in-store pharmacists about what to do next.

The campaign aims to raise awareness at the Exeter Vale Extra store and the Superstores in Honiton and Seaton, highlighting possible symptoms of cancer, breaking down barriers people...

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Little Free Library marks new chapter for Tithebarn readers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 09/28/2024 - 3:37pm

Tithebarn’s Little Free Library officially opened with support from a local housebuilder.

Tithebarn’s Little Free Library and noticeboard were opened by Broadclyst Parish Council with the support of a £1,000 donation from local housebuilder Persimmon Homes.

The area was officially opened with a storytelling afternoon hosted opposite the Library by Tithebarn Residents' Association, with parents and young children from across the local community joining to encourage reading and the sharing of stories.

As part of Persimmon’s ambition to create outdoor community...

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Aldi donates 19,400 meals to Devon charities over summer

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 09/26/2024 - 9:56pm

Aldi stores in Devon donated more than 19,400 meals to families in need during the recent summer school holidays.

All of its Devon stores supported local charities and foodbanks during a period of increased demand by redistributing surplus food via community giving platform, Neighbourly.

Ahead of the summer holidays, new research from Neighbourly found that 78% of the good causes it supports had seen demand for services increase in recent months, with 45% noticing a decrease in donations.

Around four in five (79%) expect the cost-of-living crisis will continue...

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Landmark report on Great South West’s high value manufacturing sector positions region as the key player for UK industrial strategy

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 09/26/2024 - 3:55pm

A new report details the high value manufacturing sector’s scale and growth potential across the region

The Great South West Partnership has released its anticipated report on the region’s high value manufacturing sector, positioning the area as a key player in the UK's renewed Industrial Strategy.

The report, developed in collaboration with the High Value Manufacturing Catapult - the UK’s research, development, and innovation agency for manufacturing - and over 60 organisations from across the region, highlights the South West’s potential to drive innovation, support clean...

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Volunteers Contribute 150 Hours to Revitalising Exeter

InExeter is proud to celebrate the rejuvenation of three key areas in the city, thanks to the dedicated efforts of volunteers from the business community and local residents.

Neighbourhood Action Days , a community-driven initiative launched earlier this year by InExeter, the Business Improvement District (BID) for Exeter, aims to connect communities and instil civic pride. Led by Projects Manager Mattie Richardson, these days of action have already made a lasting impact on Exeter’s streets and public spaces.

So far, Neighbourhood Action Days have:

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Revitalising Retail – Fresh New Look for H Samuel Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/25/2024 - 7:49pm

A new look H Samuel, designed for Exeter’s shoppers, has opened its doors in the Guildhall shopping centre.

Customers are welcomed into a bright and modern interior, with a host of new features to improve and enhance their shopping experience.

Every aspect of the refurbishment has been thoughtfully designed with Exeter’s shoppers in mind.

“We wanted our customers to feel right at home from the moment they enter our store,” said store manager, Jade Ewart.

“We’re here to help them celebrate the special moments in their lives and we’re also a destination...

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