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Devon nurses supporting university students with their mental health up for top accolade 

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 06/27/2019 - 12:26am

A unique campus based team of nurses working with university students to prevent mental health crisis has been shortlisted for a prestigious UK award.

The University of Exeter community mental health team, part of Devon Partnership NHS Trust, is a finalist in the Mental Health Nursing category of the RCNi Nurse Awards 2019. The profession’s top accolade for nursing excellence attracted almost 700 entries this year.

They will find out whether they have won at a ceremony in the Westminster Park Plaza hotel, London, on July 3. The RCN Nurse of the Year 2019, selected from all...

I Am Turtle at Exeter Fringe

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2019 - 10:31pm

“Just how old are you Great Uncle Archie?” “As old as time and a bit before then” “….like eight in the morning?” “More like half past ten”

From the delightful storybook of The Makeshift Ensemble comes a new adventure through the deep blue. Discover the ancient song of the Sea Turtles as they guide us through shipwrecks and sea shells, to sing their song anew when the future of their underwater world is in peril from plastics and beasts of the deep! A tale to enchant listeners young and old, 'I am Turtle' is an enthralling delve into the great oceans to hear Turtle’s story and what...

Mama G's Story Time Roadshow heads to Exeter Fringe Festival

Created by popular panto dame Robert Pearce: Mama G tells stories about being who you are and loving who you want, to children and their families (and anyone who’ll listen!)

She has spread her message all over the UK at libraries, theatres, museums and festivals, as well as making appearances in Canada (live on stage) and America (on screen.) - and she will be performing at Exeter Fringe Festival in July.

Mama G's Story Time Roadshow combines pantomime, drag and the traditional art of storytelling and is a fabulous mix of stories, songs and audience participation.

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Initiative in Exeter builds upon movement of prayer in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2019 - 6:23pm

Hundreds of churches across Devon have taken part in ‘Thy Kingdom Come’, a national prayer event in recent weeks, which in the city included a large finale event at the Cathedral.

Now, an initiative based out of Rediscover Church in Exeter hopes to build upon that with what could be the county’s biggest ever prayer gathering.

Devon Awake takes place on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th June, 7.30pm nightly at Rediscover Church, Northernhay Street, Exeter, and seeks to encourage churches of all denominations from across the county to pray for Devon and all those who live and...

Success for Dawlish Warren Beach as it celebrates 21 consecutive years of securing the prestigious Blue Flag Award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2019 - 6:12pm

The South Devon coastal town of Dawlish and its close neighbour the resort of Dawlish Warren, are renowned for their beautiful beaches and outstanding coastal walks. The 2.1km stretch of beach between Dawlish and Dawlish Warren is widely considered the jewel in the crown in the South Devon Coastline and is instantly recognisable by the nearby red Langstone Rock. The popular beach sits at the mouth of the Exe Estuary and is home to the National Nature Reserve, which is a vibrant wildlife haven to a number of rare species of bird and plant life.

Dawlish Warren Beach is celebrating an...

Practical tips in writing a research paper

Your research paper will contribute to the body of knowledge on its subject. It should, as such, be perfect. Every aspect, ranging from formatting to the content, should be correct. It all seems like much, and this is why many students turn to a research paper helper .

However, it wouldn’t hurt to get an idea on how to write flawless research papers. Here are some practical tips to get you started.

  • Choose Your Topic Well

Everything about your research paper is hinged on the topic. The chosen topic should be important to other scholars in your field and...

Lympstone Manor hosts Celebration of Speed 2019

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2019 - 1:31pm

Lympstone Manor is soon to once again be transformed into a car lovers paradise for Celebration of Speed 2019 – an event commemorating Michelin-starred chef patron Michael Caines' love of all things motoring. Following the success of 2018's event, this year marks its third consecutive year at the Manor.

Taking place on 3rd July at the luxury country house hotel, Celebration of Speed allows guests the exclusive opportunity to view the iconic Formula One supercars by ROKiT Williams Racing, formerly known as Williams Formula One, as well as meet the event's guest of honour Rob Smedley...

We rowed the Atlantic. Photo: Ben Duffy Photography

RD&E physio wins 3,000 mile row across the Atlantic Ocean

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2019 - 12:57pm

A Physiotherapist from the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust has completed an incredible 3,000 mile row across the Atlantic Ocean in aid of Surfers for Sewage.

Rosalind Holsgrove-West skippered team ‘Row for The Ocean’ to victory to win the ladies race and came in 10th place overall out of 30 teams taking part in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Despite some difficult tasks to overcome - including being pushed two miles backwards by the wind during a 30 minute rest – the team managed to complete the challenge in an impressive 43 days, 6 hours and 20 minutes....

Mecca Bingo to raise £80,000 for Variety with new Sunshine Flyer game

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2019 - 12:54pm

Mecca Bingo clubs around the country have teamed up with Variety the Children's Charity in order to help them in their support of children and young people across the UK who are disabled or disadvantaged.

Both renowned British brands have collaborated to create The Sunshine Flyer - a new bingo game costing £1, with 5p from each and every play being donated to the Variety Club of Great Britain in order to fund their incredible work.

The money raised by Mecca Bingo players will be used to provide support to children and young people around the UK who are sick, disadvantaged,...

South seals Chiefs move

Authored by Mark Stevens
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2019 - 12:26pm

Exeter Chiefs have bolstered their ranks ahead of the new season by recruiting former Harlequins forward Stan South.

The 22-year-old, who can play either at lock or in the back-row, is Rob Baxter's fourth capture of the close season, joining the likes of Stuart Hogg, Tom Price and Will Witty in making the move to Sandy Park.

South was due to join Championship outfit Coventry this season on a two-year deal following his release from Harlequins, but following injuries at the end of last season to both Price and Witty, the Chiefs have themselves swooped to recruit the...

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