Clear-up underway after Storm Dennis

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/17/2020 - 3:16pm

Highways teams have been flat out over the weekend dealing with issues thrown up by the latest winter storm.

Storm Dennis caused more flooding incidents than those seen during Storm Ciara the previous weekend and a number of issues are still affecting some local roads.

Crews are out clearing trees, landslips and debris from roads, as well as clearing gullies and drains.

The A377 is blocked by a fallen tree at Colleton Mills and partially blocked by a landslide at Half Moon, where temporary traffic lights are in place. The B3213 Dunsford Hill remains closed until...

Andy Chapman to retire as Chief Executive of The Exeter

Health and protection insurer, The Exeter, has today announced that its Chief Executive Andy Chapman will retire after 40 years working within the insurance industry and will be stepping down at the end of 2020.

Andy became Chief Executive following the merger of Pioneer and Exeter Friendly societies in 2008. In his 12 years at the helm he has been pivotal in the development, growth and success of the business, as well as being instrumental in the creation of a strong and positive culture for The Exeter’s 165 staff based primarily at its headquarters in Exeter, Devon.

Under...

Exmouth Discovery Screens Film Fest

Event Date: 
24/02/2020 - 7:00pm to 26/02/2020 - 10:00pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Library

Organised by Libraries Unlimited, through its Evolve programme, the Discovery Screens Film Festival includes a selection of exceptional hand-picked movies, not usually shown at mainstream cinemas.

The Exmouth Library Discovery Screens Film Festival presents:

Monday 24th February – 7pm, £5 per ticket and £3 concession (students and 60+)

Oska Bright ‘Queer Freedom’ - When queerness and disability meet - films about gender, friendships and the importance of language.

Britain on Film ‘LGBT Britain’ (PG) - A colourful and challenging collection exploring screen...

Fundraising campaign hits target one year early

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 02/17/2020 - 12:08pm

Alumni and supporters of the University of Exeter have got behind a campaign to raise a record amount in support of the institution’s work.

Since 2012, £60 million has been donated philanthropically to fund vital research into diseases such as dementia, diabetes and cancer; to seek solutions to environmental problems like climate change, plastic pollution and food security; and to understand important economic, social and political dynamics across the world.

Money raised has also supported students to both attend Exeter and also to have the best possible experience during...

Are VR slot machines the future of online casinos?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 02/17/2020 - 11:59am

Still in their early days, VR slot machines have nevertheless attracted some attention in the last couple of years, especially given the fact that leading developers in the slots industry started to adapt some of their hottest titles for the VR experience. But compared to other games released in VR (such as the video games released by Sony for PlayStation), the adaptation of real money casino games like slots to VR is still far from the norm. This poses the question: could VR revolutionize the slot gaming industry in future or is this experience not really in demand?

What are VR...

Top 22 activities in New Delhi, India

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Mon, 02/17/2020 - 10:43am

On the off chance that you are arranging an excursion to India just because, it will be very daring. There are a lot of things to investigate and find in the nation. New Delhi, the national capital of India, is a goliath city that contains a staggering measure of history, culture, nourishment, sanctuaries, life and everything else you might envision. On the off chance that you have the will and vitality to investigate New Delhi, India's national capital will never stop to astonish you. Right off the bat, there is no deficiency of intriguing activities with regards to New Delhi. Other than...

It's all hush-hush as Devon park drives up electric fleet

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/17/2020 - 10:02am

Ladram Bay Holiday Park in Devon has struck another blow against engine noise and air pollution by expanding its fleet of all-electric transport.

The family-run park, winner of the David Bellamy Conservation Award, has swapped two more of its fossil fuel vehicles in favour of the latest green technology.

It brings to five the number of electric run-arounds in use at Ladram Bay in Budleigh Salterton, and at its sister-park Castle Brake in Woodbury, near Exeter.

Plans have also been announced for electric charging points to be installed at Ladram Bay so that customers...

The dos and don’ts and ins and outs of becoming a taxi driver

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 02/17/2020 - 9:49am

The path to becoming a taxi driver isn’t as simple as painting your vehicle black, placing an amber light on its roof and picking passengers right away. If you are thinking of becoming a taxi driver, there are lots of things to be considered, many of which are not immediately apparent.

In this article, we will be looking at some of the questions you should consider asking yourself and the factors that you need to consider before becoming a career taxi driver.

Public or Private?

The cab services industry has two major categories: private and public. Private cabs...

What model to buy for your first Rolex

There are huge amounts of accessible Rolex watches to look over. What's more, that does exclude Rolex's somewhat serious inventory of vintage and never again delivered models. Numerous individuals realize they need a Rolex observe yet aren't sure what model to get. A few people just need the name on their wrist and are searching for the most affordable model. Others have a closer association with a particular model's history, or basically feel that one specific rolex accommodates their way of life best. And still, at the end of the day, with all the choices accessible it very well may be...

Old Mill named best employer in South West by prestigious industry awards

South West financial experts, Old Mill, has been named as one of the Best Financial Advisers to WorkFor by the Professional Adviser Awards.

The Best Financial Advisers to Work For is a survey and awards programme dedicated to identifying and recognising the best employers in the UK.

Old Mill, which has 74 employees in their Wealth Management team, across its four offices in Yeovil, Wells, Exeter and Melksham, was one of just 13 firms to make the grade and the only South West-based company to win the award. The award process is managed by Best Companies Group - an...

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