with Southern Sinfonia, professional chamber orchestra
Nigel Perrin conductor
Sponsored by the Bryan Foster Charitable Trust
Our summer concert features two of the great masterworks in the choral repertoire. Vivaldi’s Gloria in D (RV589), in its combination of exuberant brilliance with moments of sadness and contemplation, is a firm favourite. Highly theatrical, it buzzes with bold contrasts and amazing sounds.
Mozart’s Mass in C Minor (K427) stands alongside his perhaps more famous Requiem as one of the...
The Museum of Dartmoor Life has received a much-needed makeover thanks to staff from the Okehampton office of Simpkins Edwards, who took a day off from number crunching to help the local charity.
Inside the museum, a team of six painted the John Young gallery in readiness for the museum’s next exhibition; ‘Floral Wonder’ from the talented children of Okehampton Primary School. Externally, a further team of five weeded the Museum’s courtyard.
Museum Manager Keri Quertier was thrilled with the offer of assistance from the local Chartered Accountancy firm.
This Vietnam pheasant chick – and others like it hatched recently at Paignton Zoo – could be the future of its species.
Bird keepers at the charity zoo are based in the Avian Breeding Centre, commonly known as the ABC. The chick is being cared for here; while it’s preferable for chicks to be parent reared, keepers will step in to give nature a helping hand when needed.
Another six (unrelated) Vietnam pheasant chicks are being reared by their parents in an off-show holding area. A video taken by keeping staff offers a rare glimpse into this hidden world.
Crafters, makers, bakers, barbers and bar tenders gathered together to showcase their one-of-a-kind products and services at the InExeter independent showcase in St Stephens Church on 27 June. Celebrating the launch of InExeter’s Summer of Independents campaign, which will champion Exeter’s vibrant independent scene, the event shone a light on a handful on the brilliant indie businesses in the city.
Businesses including The Roots Foundation, Mantis, Erin Cox, The Belt Makers, March Coffee, the Recycled Candle Company, and Chococo were on hand at the event to show and talk to...
By Simon Dutton, founder and CEO at Paritor, who specialise in software solutions for music and performing arts education
Technology is one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most innovative sectors and the South West is rapidly emerging as one of the key centres for tech growth and discovery.
With over 13,000 digital tech businesses in the South West turning over £2.4 billion and plans for a new Institute of Technology to support technical further education in the region, it is an exciting time to pursue a career in the field. However, attracting and retaining young tech...
A team of four from Otter Garden Centres Torquay branch is set to take part in the Race for Life at Westpoint near Exeter on July 21.
Branch manager Emma Devonald along with Mo Chambers Sarah Hayden and Allison Woolgar are currently in training for the 5km run. They are aiming to raise over £400 for the breast cancer charity.
Emma said: “Most people know someone who has been affected by breast cancer or another cancer.
“We each have our own experience and decided we would undertake a team effort to raise funds.”
Life can be seriously challenging, and sometimes that means that we can go down the wrong path. When that happens, it can be hard to turn around and go back the other way, especially if it means admitting we were wrong. However, it is never too late to change your life around if you need to, and here are some ways you can do it and live your life better.
Think About Your Health
Your health is the most important asset you have, so it’s crucial that you think about it and do whatever you can to make it right. You will feel better not only physically when you do this, but...
Your decision to accept a job in a different city was a huge risk. You knew that there's no certainty that things will go as planned. You could end up hating your new job, or the new city isn't the perfect fit for you.
You should only buy a property once you're confident that you love your new job and city. Evaluate how you feel after moving and determine if it's a place you like. For some people, there's an instant connection. Others need to wait for a while. Suspend your judgement until you're confident that it's the right one.
A combined £20K reward is being offered through Crimestoppers charity to find those behind the fatal attack of a man in Brixham
A reward of up to £20,000 is being offered through Crimestoppers charity for information that leads to the conviction of those responsible for the death of a man who was attacked in Brixham, Devon.
Mr David Williams, aged 49 from Brixham died on Tuesday 3 July 2018. His death followed injuries sustained following an altercation on the Quay in Brixham in the early hours of Friday 29 June 2018. There was an initial assault on Mr Williams before...
Food Drink Devon is celebrating the success of its first ever industry Summer Party, which was held on Monday 17th June at the stunning Dartington Hall gardens. Over 100 members and non-members enjoyed a wonderful evening of fabulous local food, drink, entertainment and demonstrations.
Barbara King, chair of Food Drink Devon, says: “We are delighted with the triumph of our inaugural summer party. We were blessed with great weather which allowed us to enjoy the beautiful gardens of Dartington Hall whilst tucking in to some delicious local produce and learning new skills. The event...
