It’s a big thank you from East Devon District Council to the extraordinary local resident whose outstandingly generous financial donation has resulted in the installation today of a new bus shelter for Sidmouth.
Residents waiting to catch their bus at Sidmouth Triangle will no longer be at the mercy of the elements, as the brand spanking new shelter – kindly donated by this caring and community minded person – has now been installed by East Devon District Council in place of an earlier version, which was destroyed by vandals.
Don't make any plans for the weekend until you've checked out our guide to what's on in and around Exeter (17-19 July).
THEATRE
The Magnificent Three Friday & Saturday, Rougemont Gardens, Eeter Cornish company Miracle Theatre will be performing their rootin’ tootin’ new show The Magnificent Three in the glorious outdoor setting of Rougemont Gardens. One for all the family, there's be plenty of fun extras, including workshops and a Friday night live music hoedown under the stars. Performances start at at 7pm and are recommended for everyone over seven. Tickets at the...
Two houses are burgled in Exeter every day according to shocking new government statistics uncovered this week.
The statistics show that there were 710 burglaries in Exeter between March 2014 and March 2015, meaning one was reported to police every 12 hours. The statistics also found that an incident of vehicle crime happens every 20 hours in the city.
Although police clearing rates (the rate at which police successfully solve rimes) was high in some areas, in Exeter the rate at which police solved bicycle crime was particularly low, with 86% of cases being closed without...
Everys Solicitors has agreed a deal to acquire the legal practice of an eminent Iranian law firm with offices in Shiraz and Tehran.
Everys, headquartered in Exeter, will now open a branch office in Tehran headed up by first ranking Iranian qualified lawyer Saeid Salari.
An expert in international trade contracts, intellectual property rights and company law, Mr Salari is fluent in English, French and Farsi and is a member of the Iran Bar Association and the International Bar Association.
Mr Salari’s colleagues provide further legal expertise advising on...
I'm really excited to announce the newest sewing class from Otton's Haberdashery - Cushion Covers! This is absolutely perfect for anyone new to sewing, hoping to gain confidence with a machine, or just looking to refresh those skills.
The class is 90 minutes long, in which time you'll learn about pattern cutting, hemming, and the basic functions of your sewing machine. You'll go home with a finished cushion cover to display proudly - and you'll soon be whipping them up for your friends!
The price of the class is £18, which includes all of your...
Taking place at the XCentre on Exeter’s glorious Quayside on Saturday 15th August from 10am-2pm, Headway Devon’s brand new coffee and crafts event looks set to be the shopping event of the summer!
With lots of local craft stalls to browse selling a huge range of beautiful items from potters and wood-turners, to card crafters, jewellery makers and sewers, and even some lovingly handmade dog collars, this event really does have something for everyone.
What’s more, there will be live acoustic music from talented local artist Holly Morwenna, plenty of homemade treats, hot and...
The Ramblers has launched the Big Pathwatch, the nation’s biggest ever footpath survey, following new research that reveals path problems in England, including the South West, are on the rise.
With more than 8,750 problems recorded on paths in the South West and more than 86,000 in England, the Ramblers fears this isn’t the full picture and that the scale of the problem is far bigger.
The Ramblers needs as many people as possible in the South West to take part in the Big Pathwatch, which will for the first time build both a national and regional picture of the state of the...
Keeping kids happy in the school holidays can be a struggle, but Café Rouge is just about to make things a whole lot easier for mums and dads with the launch of its fresh new children’s menu on 21 July.
Summer kicks off with an offer for children to eat free between 22 July and 31 July* (T&C’s apply), and after 31 July Café Rouge is launching three courses and a drink for just £6.95. Using only the finest ingredients served in a stylish and relaxed environment, Café Rouge’s carefully designed menu has been created to tickle even the pickiest youngsters’ taste buds.
We’re going cake crazy as we prepare for the Big Devon Bake Off – cakes are being found all over the Exeter hospice!
Whilst strolling in the garden our Hospiscare chaplain Nigel found two cakes tucked in a tree, housekeeper Wendy found them everywhere, ward secretary Denise discovered her desk smothered in creamy cupcakes, as did receptionist Sharon.
Hospiscare patient Lily who was having a cuppa in the day centre, was surprised to discover cakes had suddenly appeared on her chair, even the goldfish bowl in reception did not escape.
People in Exeter are being given the chance to quiz councillors on any “burning” issues for the city.
Exeter residents are invited to put forward questions to members of the joint County and City Councils' Exeter Board, at their next meeting on 30 July at 5:30pm at the Civic Centre in Paris Street.
The Board allocates 15 minutes for their ‘open forum’, with 3 minutes per speaker, with a maximum of 3 - 4 speakers to allow time for discussion.
Previously, residents have prompted debate about issues including street lighting, homelessness and waste collection.
