Devon-based GripHero Ltd, the developer of a revolutionary new hand-protection dispenser that enables drivers to avoid contact with contaminants, harmful bacteria and germs on fuel pump handles, has announced that it will launch the world’s first anti-static, oxo-biodegradable hand-protection solution at the Forecourt Show this April. The new oxo biodegradable hand-protection joins GripHero’s range of hand-protection options, which includes its 100% recyclable, anti-static hand-protection.
Created to meet demand in countries that do not have a recycling or composting infrastructure...
Muddy Dog Challenge which raises vital funds for thousands of homeless dogs and cats at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is coming to Exeter for the first time this April.
On Saturday 13 April hundreds of participants and their dogs will jump, crawl and wade through an obstacle course like no other in the beautiful setting of Powderham Castle.
There is a choice of 2.5km or 5km dog-friendly obstacle runs and participants can choose to enter by themselves, or as a dog and human team. Or take on the challenge as a family with the kids and four-legged friends for a fun day out to...
Exe Bridges will undergo essential repairs and maintenance during overnight work in March and April. Work to reconstruct and resurface the two bridges will start on the evening of Monday 4 March and is expected to take around seven weeks. Most of the work will be carried out from 6:30pm to 7am, although some daytime work will be needed on occasions. The existing road surface is in need of reconstruction. The scheme will also involve re-waterproofing the North and South bridges and repairs will be carried out to defective manhole covers, kerbs and gullies. Councillor Stuart Hughes, Devon...
The Duke of York visited Exeter College for Pitch@Palace 11.0 On Tour Devon to help Entrepreneurs make their dreams a reality.
20 Entrepreneurs Pitched their ideas to The Duke of York and an Audience of influential investors, mentors and business leaders, hosted by Exeter College.
The three winners, selected by a panel of judges, were Biosystems Technology, OTA Water, and KYMIRA . These Entrepreneurs will progress to Pitch@Palace 11.0 Boot Camp at Imperial College London in May and Pitch@Palace 11.0 at St James’s Palace in June.
A successful school leader has been appointed as the new Headteacher of ACE Special School Tiverton (ATSS) prior to their opening in September 2019.
Hannah Smart has worked in Somerset for 10 years as a Deputy Principal, firstly of a large comprehensive school and most recently in a special school for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMH) needs. She began her career as an English teacher in Bristol, progressing to Head of Year before Assistant Principal with oversight of pastoral care, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and student...
A public exhibition will give local residents the opportunity to view and comment on Eutopia Homes’ plans to redevelop the land at Exmouth Junction, Prince Charles Road, with a major new residential development which will include a mix of new homes for sale and for rent.
Eutopia Homes is looking to engage with the local community on their proposal before a planning application is submitted to Exeter City Council.
A public exhibition will be held:
On: Wednesday 27th February 2019
At: St James Church, Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter EX4 7AH
At first glance the small cluster of wooden houses, sat next to a dirt road under the dappled shade of lychee and mango trees, in the rural community of Belavenoky, looks like any other you might find in south east Madagascar.
Look a little closer however and you notice their palm thatched roofs are draped in a series of slanted tarpaulin sheets and there are blue tanks by their walls.
These houses are part of a project called Tatirano (meaning ‘to collect water’ in Malagasy), set up by engineer Harry Chaplin, which is hoping to expand its clean drinking water project to...
The location and size of urban trees plays an important role in providinghealth and wellbeing benefits, according to a new study by Exeter University. Using National Tree Mapdata, created by aerial mapping company Bluesky, the study assessed the role of 600,000 individual trees in providing nature experiences. Those trees that are experienced by more people, more frequently, have the potential to provide greater health and wellbeing benefits.
With urbanisation emerging as one of the most important human health issues of the 21st century, the study concluded the contribution of...
Your guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (22-24 February):
THEATRE
Aladdin
Friday & Saturday, Silverton Community Hall
A timeless tale of love set in exotic ancient China is coming to Silverton as Aladdin swops the 55B bus to ride in on his magic carpet!The village will be transformed into enchanting old Peking fit for a beautiful princess, a dastardly uncle, a clever genie and love-struck Aladdin in this family-favourite pantomime. Staged by the Silverton Luvvies, this modern take on a time-less classic promises laughs, love, intrigue...
The nation's funkiest 10 piece band with an insanely loyal local following. We bring you 3 great vocalists, a driving rhythm section and a kicking horn section that won't stay still for a second. This band really do love what they do; their on-stage energy is infectious and they create a fantastic atmosphere.
