Businesses in Devon have the opportunity to apply for Devon County Council’s Business Promotion Grant this month.
Grants of up to £1,500 are available through the scheme which aims to help companies who are looking to promote their products and services to wider audiences.
The funding, which is offered through a competitive bidding process, is to help local firms cover their exhibiting costs at high profile UK trade shows and events. Applications need to be submitted by noon on Monday 20 May 2019.
More than 40 companies have so far benefited from the funding scheme...
Wales & West Utilities’ team of gas engineers are busy working to complete the final section of the company’s gas pipe investment scheme in the Newton St Cyres area of Exeter.
The company, which has been working in the area since July last year, has been working to upgrade old metal gas pipes to new plastic ones and is into the final month of works. Work will finish on 13 May and the upgraded pipes will keep the gas flowing to homes and businesses and make sure the gas network is fit for the future.
The work, to date, has centred on upgrading the gas network along the...
In celebration of 100 years, since the Devon General Omnibus & Touring Company Ltd started operations in Exeter, Stagecoach South West has designed a special commemorative livery for one of their buses.
The unique bus livery, which depicts 100 year history of the Devon General, was unveiled this morning at a special launch event at Oldway Mansion, Torquay, with representatives from the Devon General Society, Stagecoach South West and Torbay Council in attendance.
Paul Jenkins of the Devon General Society, said: ‘’The commemorative bus tells the exciting story of 100...
Great Trees in the Clyst Valley will receive the Pride of Devon Environmental prize at the Devon County Show awards ceremony on 17th May.
The Bicton College Pride of Devon awards, presented by Radio Exe, called for nominations for unsung and behind the scene heroes from across Devon. The Great Trees in the Clyst Valley project scooped the Environmental Award, which is provided in association with Coastal Recycling.
Great Trees in the Clyst Valley helps people in East Devon learn about and plant trees. It is funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and delivered by East...
The Middle East has become a popular tourist attraction in recent years. People from all over the world want to visit countries like Egypt, Jordan, UAE, Turkey, and so many more. Whether it is to visit the monumental mosques and museums in Istanbul, or to see the skyscrapers of Dubai, or to visit the ancient cities of Petra or Giza, Middle East seems to be the place to go.
However, the culture in many of the countries in the Middle East is entirely different from most cultures around the world. Therefore it is essential to educate yourself before travelling to these locations...
Thanks to the one who discovered the wheel, you can get to work in 30 minutes or less at a distance that you would have spent hours, if not the whole day walking. Vehicles provide a great deal of convenience while allowing us to save time. When it comes to the business world, they enhance efficiency and increase productivity. Whether you’re employed in a particular company or you run your own business in town, most of us have two main options. You can either drive yourself to work if you own a car or commute using public means such as taking the train, boarding the bus, or taking a cab...
An array of Big Screen Events including children’s favourites, live theatre and live dance will come to Vue Exeter this May.
The National Theatre will be bringing one of its popular live screenings with All My Sons broadcast live from the Old Vic in London on Tuesday 14th May. Academy Award winner Sally Field (Steel Magnolias, Brothers & Sisters) and Bill Pullman (The Sinner, Independence Day) lead an impressive cast in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama. Set in 1947, Joe and Kate Keller are a success story, having built a home, raised two sons and established a thriving business...
Established in 2017, The Ness Dementia Centre in Teignmouth is a dementia community hub based on the Dutch dementia meeting centre model. It is one of the first centres in the UK to use this model and is helping Devon lead the way in dementia community care.
The model recognizes the need to involve not only the family, and the individual but the whole community in helping that individual to remain in their own home for as long as possible.
The centre runs courses for carers, cognitive stimulation for early diagnosis, home enablement and day activities designed to stimulate...
The East is considered as a muse for the casino industry. As an example, the well-known technology company Scientific Games, is looking for inspiration from the East for slot-machines. Scientific Games is considered the top company for casino games. In addition, their newest game , Ji Bao Xi is considered spectacular.
Showcase of New Titles
Scientific Games had made a showcase of new games and titles at ICE London 2019. Their place wouldn’t be missed, since their James Bond title stood out at their booth. Only for Europe there is a wide range of new slot cabinets and games...
