Exeter art lovers are in for a rare treat as an exhibition of original Henri Matisse lithographs has arrived at leading gallery, gloss – Art Exeter.
The iconic French Modernist was one of the most successful artists of the 20th century and was equally accomplished in a range of media including painting, sculpture and fine art prints. He is commonly regarded, along with Pablo Picasso and Marcel Duchamp, as one of the three leading artists to revolutionise developments in the plastic arts during his time.
gloss manager Lucinda Cusdin said: “I am absolutely delighted to host...
Multiple casualties have been reported at a shooting incident in Richmond, Canada. At least four people have reportedly been taken to hospital with life threatening injuries.
The incident is reported to have taken place at the Riverside Banquet Hall and to have been carried out by a single gunman.
Emergency services are attending the scene, and paramedics are treating those who may have been injured.
Eye witnesses also reported a police helicopter hovering overhead.
A local Vancouver journalist has reported that the site of the shooting is the same Richmond...
Police searching for a missing teenager from Plymouth who jumped from a ferry on New Year's Eve have recovered a body.
At just before 5.00pm this evening, Wednesday 16th January, police received a report of a body in the Tamar River on the Torpoint side of the ferry crossing.
A Ministry of Defence Police launch, together with Coastguards searched the river and at around 5.15pm a body was recovered. Police will now make enquires to establish the identity of the body. The family of Jordan Cobb have been kept fully informed of events. No information regarding any formal identity...
People in Devon are being asked to be prepared for the possibility of widespread snow and ice on Friday and over the weekend.
Early forecasts suggest that there is a threat of rain moving in from the South West overnight on Thursday, possibly turning to wintry showers as it hits colder air. With road surface temperatures dropping to -4, ice may also be a hazard.
Devon County Council, the Highways Agency, and Devon and Cornwall Police are advising residents to be aware of the potential of travel disruption on Devon’s roads. Higher ground in East Devon, Dartmoor and Exmoor...
A lucky couple is being given the chance to get married in an historic city centre venue for free!
That's the fantastic once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is being given away at a wedding fayre and fashion show in March.
Over the weekend of the 1st and 2nd March, The Lord Mayor of Exeter, Councillor Rob Newby, will be hosting the event in aid of his chosen charity, Socops, at the Guildhall in Exeter.
The Fashion Show, which will be aimed at brides and grooms, will take place on Friday 1 March at 7pm. Tickets will cost £10 and will include a welcome drink on arrival...
A man from Torquay has been charged with possession of a smoke grenade after he was stopped attempting the enter Plainmoor at the Torquay United v Exeter City match last night (Tuesday 15th January 2013).
The 18-year-old was arrested after he was found to be in possession of the device at about 7.50pm.
He was detained at Torquay Custody Centre before being charged with the offence under the Sporting Events Act 1985.
He was then bailed to appear before South and West Devon MC on 31 January 2013.
How can local communities take positive action in the face of big issues on climate change? Find out how local active citizens are tackling global issues in their communities.
This year's Exeter CVS Social Action project concludes with a free showcase event highlighting the work of our Active Citizens, alongside local community displays from other social action groups and enterprises.
This event features guest speakers from key local institutions on what is being done in Exeter to lessen the impact of climate change, with a global perspective from the British Council, and...
Syrian State media reported that there are casualties after an explosion at the main university in Aleppo.
"15 civilians killed and dozens injured by two explosions that shook the area in between the University Residence and the Architecture Building in the southern part of the Aleppo University. The cause of these explosions is yet unknown" said the Syrian Observatory of Human Rights.
Activists say that Syrian jets bombarded the University, however the Syrian government claims that the explosion was a "terrorist attack". (NewsPoint)
Police are appealing to the public to help them identify a man who detectives would like to speak to in connection with the theft of a purse, belonging to an elderly lady.
It is understood that the victim, who is from the Teigmouth area, lost her purse on Thursday 6th December.
Police believe the man pictured in the CCTV may have some information that could help their enquiry.
Cash withdrawals and transactions were carried out using the stolen bank cards in Teignmouth and in Torquay.
If anyone has any information about the identity of the man pictured in the...
