Dartington International Summer School & Festival has announced the concert programme for its 70th Anniversary curated by renowned pianist and Artistic Director Joanna MacGregor. Over 100 concerts from outstanding names in the music world have been confirmed.

In celebration of the 70th anniversary in 2018, MacGregor has invited an unrivalled list of names from the classical music world, and luminaries from other genres, from jazz to folk, and the wider arts, to be resident, teach and perform at Dartington. Each of the four weeks has its own focus and themes with full length...

Falling out of love is no one’s fault. Relationships end, and it’s not fair to place any blame or guilt on yourself when they do. Of course, not every relationship ends amicably. Feelings get hurt, you feel betrayed, and hurt, and it’s hard to not externalise what you are feeling. Divorces can be amicable, and they can get ugly, but when you have a family together your children must always be your number one priority. However, dealing with divorce and matters related to the custody of the children is a lot more complicated than one would expect, because according to www.claremoreattorneys...

Slimey Science education milestone reached by local community company

Just ahead of British Science Week, on March 9 – 18, Barnstaple-based community company, Sciencedipity, has excited over 1000 young children in chemistry by helping them make slime, with more Slime workshops scheduled and fully booked for Exeter and other towns in Devon.

Working in community settings in Devon, Sciencedipity’s aim is to encourage a love of science in children, via its fun outreach activities.

The slime-making craze, which started in America, has exploded in the past six months in...

Global superstar Tom Jones is set to perform at Powderham Castle, Kenton on Sunday 15 July 2018 in what promises to be an unforgettable evening of entertainment this summer.

Tom Jones is a living legend. His irresistible style fuses musical eras and genres, cuts across class divides, and appeals to all ages, male and female, mainstream and cutting edge. Tom has always been about the power of the song, the power of the voice. And what a voice indeed.

Tom Jones’ distinctive voice and iconic records have earned him a place as one of the best loved artists ever to emerge from...

Exeter School is looking forward to performing its annual Choral Society concert in Exeter Cathedral on Thursday 15 March, which this year will feature music by Mozart and Howard Goodall, son of former Headmaster Geoffrey Goodall (1979 - 1993) and composer of theme music for Red Dwarf and Blackadder.

Made up of current pupils, parents, staff and guests, Choral Society will perform four pieces. Goodall's poignant Eternal Light will be sung by the full chorus, whilst his setting of The Lord is My Shepherd, which is best known as the theme tune of TV's The Vicar of Dibley, will be...

Newton Abbot stargazers will have the opportunity to look at the night sky through large telescopes as South Devon University Technical College (UTC) is set to host a special Astronomy evening.

The pioneering technical college will host the Astronomy evening on Thursday 15th March 2018 between 6pm and 10pm. The evening will consist of two talks, one at 6:45pm and the second at 8:15pm, plus a pizza buffet provided by the South Devon Pizza Company.

With more than 25 years experience, respected Astronomer Seb Jay will be leading the evening, guiding stargazers through the...

The new Kids’ Menu at Giraffe has been crowned a winner at the Menu Innovation and Development Awards 2018.

The family chain, which has an outlet in Exeter and celebrates world food, beat off stiff competition to be awarded for their newly developed Children’s Menu.

The team at Giraffe introduced the menu nationwide earlier this year and with options now including wraps, salads, grilled chicken, fish and traditional favourites, offers one of the most expansive ranges for youngsters in the UK marketplace.

To celebrate the award with their customers, kids will be able...

Exeter City were held to a 1-1 draw by Carlisle United at St James Park in Sky Bet League Two.

In a tight affair Dean Moxey gave the Grecians the lead with a left footed finish before the visitors rallied and levelled the match in the second half through substitute Ashley Nadesan.

MATCH REPORT SPONSORED BY SPEEDY FREIGHT

City boss Paul Tisdale had a strong squad to choose from and opted to make just one change from City’s win last time out over Grimsby Town, as Pierce Sweeney made his return from injury to replace the suspended Kane Wilson.

The opening 10...