Motor on down to The Donkey Sanctuary car show

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 06/28/2019 - 10:06am

From Mercs to Minis and Alfas to Astons, The Donkey Sanctuary’s annual Car Show is back on Sunday 7 July. Held at the charity’s international headquarters in Sidmouth, the show is a must for all motoring enthusiasts and a great family day out.

The international animal welfare charity celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and the popular show promises an eclectic mix of motors of all types from across the decades. From classic and vintage cars, to modern and modified cars, the annual event brings together a relaxed day of spectacular automobiles, car conversation and live music...

South Dartmoor Community College showcases performing arts talent with Summer Gala

One hundred students at South Dartmoor Community College in Ashburton, Devon, showcased a range of talents at their Summer Performing Arts Gala, taking part in dance, drama and gymnastics in front of an audience of teachers, parents and fellow students.

As well as displaying a range of performing arts talents, the Gala also serves to strengthen the links with primaries linked to South Dartmoor Community College, building strong relationships between the schools. Four primary clubs performed alongside students from the college on the night, with many audience members praising their...

Creative Collaboration - How Shared Workspace Can Inspire New Business Ideas

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Fri, 06/28/2019 - 8:17am

In business, it’s crucial that you are innovative and creative to ensure that you stand out from the competition. Nowadays, your customers and clients have more access to information than ever before and they expect the very best from the products and services that they buy. With more places to purchase from than ever before and more options available than ever before, you need to ensure that what you have to offer has a real unique selling point.

For business owners, it’s much easier to follow the status quo than to innovate and think outside the box. It can be difficult to come...

Police appeal after unprovoked attack in Sidwell Street 

Police have appealed for information over an unprovoked assault in Exeter city centre.

Officers are investigating after an 18-year-old woman was pulled to the floor by her hair in Sidwell Street between 12.10pm and 12.35pm on Thursday 6 June.

The attack has had a significant impact on the victim and several passers-by intervened and assisted her at the time.

Officers investigating the assault have urged any witnesses to come forward.

Anyone who has information is urged to contact police by calling 101, or emailing 101@dc.police.uk, quoting crime reference CR...

Go Further for Less: Stagecoach South West trials extension of the Exeter plus boundary

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/27/2019 - 9:42pm

The Stagecoach South West Exeter plus boundary will be extended to include Newton Poppleford, Sidmouth and Sidford for a four week trial period during the summer.

Updates to the Exeter lus boundary will be trailed from 14th July to 11th August, enabling customers living in rural towns and villages to travel further for less.

Passengers on the following bus routes will benefit:

Number 9 boarding at Sidford to Exeter

Number 157 and 357 boarding at Woodbury to Exeter

Number 58 bus boarding at Sidford

The extension offers customers reduced fares...

Natalie Trice's entry

Devon author shortlisted in international competition

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/27/2019 - 9:38pm

An author and consultant from Devon has been shortlisted in a competition to find the ‘World’s Best Business Locations’.

Natalie Trice, 45, from Bishopsteignton, entered a photo of her workplace on the beach in Shaldon, Devon. She said: "I often head to the beach to work, hold meetings and even do one to one training sessions and mentoring there.

"This was taken in February and while it was cold, it was beautiful and reminds me of how lucky we are to live and work, by the sea. I love the water and find that being able to walk along the sand on my way to work is both...

Exeter Business Helps Set New World Record!

Authored by 26Rings
Posted: Thu, 06/27/2019 - 4:25pm

Exeter dog holiday specialists Barking Mad inspire customers to set an exciting new record.

Barking Mad Exeter and their customers have set a new record for the number of dogs on a LIVE video conference call. The attempt was made as part of the UK’s official Bring Your Dog to Work Day on 21st June. The day raises vital funds for a number of dog welfare charities and promotes the benefits of dogs in the workplace.

Lucy Wakefield, owner-operator at Barking Mad Exeter, said:

“We were delighted to have 78 dogs on our record breaking webinar! We hope that everyone...

Candles on the Canal

Event Date: 
21/09/2019 - 4:30pm to 8:00pm
Venue: 
Double Locks

Join us on Saturday 21 September for a relaxed and family friendly evening at the Double Locks, to walk 3 miles alongside the canal returning to see a raft of glowing candles, each one lit in memory of somebody special. Everyone is welcome regardless of who you are remembering, how long ago you lost them or whether they were cared for by Hospiscare. Register today for this family friendly and inclusive event.

Two Westclyst Community Primary School pupils with their laptops in class

Westclyst Community Primary School’s Ofsted report ‘outstanding’

Westclyst Community Primary School (WCPS) has achieved an ‘outstanding’ Ofsted report at its very first inspection, which took place at the beginning of May. The announcement has delighted parents and staff, particularly given the comment in the report that “rigorous monitoring of children’s progress and effective action plans have secured a trend of outcomes that is above the national average”.

The report praised the school’s quality of teaching, learning and assessment, as well as its work to promote pupils’ personal development and welfare. The summary of key findings included...

South West Chef of the Year 2019 opens for entries

Celebrating culinary talent from across the West Country, the 2019 South West Chef of the Year competition is now open for entries. The prestigious culinary contest is in its 16th year and showcases excellence in the South West’s hospitality industry and among amateur cooks too, awarding the very best talent in five different categories.

The five categories for the competition are: Professional, Young Professional, Student/Apprentice Chef, Junior (under 16) and Home Cook. One of these five winners will also be crowned South West Chef of the Year 2019. Competitors can apply online...

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