New research by the University of Exeter and funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) will evaluate and establish the best model to support student wellbeing across the university sector.
Led by Professor Ed Watkins, at the University of Exeter, the project will seek to develop and evaluate an approach that encompasses an integrated model across whole universities. Against a backdrop of a rise in mental health conditions in young people, the project team will work with students and university leaders to develop inclusive student wellbeing and mental health support, which will...
Devon Air Ambulance will be at Devon County Show this July where the charity will seek to raise £10,000 for the service over the show’s three-day duration.
Off-duty members of Devon Air Ambulance crew will be attending this year’s Devon County Show along with one of their Critical Care Cars this weekend. Over the 3 days, the charity will aim to raise £10,000 to support the service throughout what is on trackto be one of their busiest summers yet.
The show embodies much of what is most loved about Devon and represents many of the communities Devon’s air ambulance service...
A campaign has been launched by Simon Jupp, MP for East Devon, and Topsham’s Councillors to call for the former fire station in the town to be returned to the community.
Located on Fore Street, the iconic building will soon be put up for sale by Devon and Somerset’s Fire and Rescue Service.
The former Fire Station closed last year with Topsham’s Firefighters being relocated to the Service HQ at Clyst St George.
A petition has been created with the express intention of asking Devon and Somerset’s Fire and Rescue Service to look favourably at any bid for the...
People can meet Exeter’s bees, create embroidery using GPS technology and explore the city’s maritime history at a series of innovative outdoor events this summer.
Artists have developed unusual ways to bring audiences together safely and new approaches for people to enjoy the arts together.
The outdoor performances have been commissioned by University of Exeter academics who are leading a major research project into outdoor performances. Their work will show how city centres can ’build back better’ after the coronavirus pandemic in performances that think about new...
Michelmores is pleased to welcome another four new Partners to the Firm, promoting Michelmores' investment in talent for growth and bolstering the Firm's Private Wealth offering across the UK. The recruits come hot on the heels of the recent hire of Christian Massey, who brings with him a breadth of experience across landed estates and rural property.
Through the recruitment of leading lawyers across the UK, Michelmores aims to extend its network of influence, and to offer its clients holistic and strategic guidance. Three of the new partners are women, adding strength to...
A schoolboy from St Peter’s CoE Aided School, Exeter has reached the final stages of a national competition to find tech solutions to big challenges like climate change.
BT is delighted to announce that Otto Sutton has made it to the final of the BT Young Pioneer Award as part of Tech4Good 2021. Otto has come up with the idea for an app to help people ‘upcycle’ everyday items they might find in their home to avoid them heading for landfill.
BT co-founded the Tech4Good awards with AbilityNet over 10 years ago, to recognise organisations and individuals who use digital...
Exeter author Nick Macklin releases debut historical novel, Bloody Dominions – The Conquest Trilogy: 1
Journey with those at the heart of the conflict as Caesar embarks on the tumultuous conquest of Gaul
58-56 BCE. As Caesar’s campaign unfolds, tests of courage and belief will confront the three protagonists, shap- ing them as individuals and challenging their views of the world and each other:
Atticus – an impetuous but naturally gifted soldier, whose grandfather served with distinction in the legions; Allerix – a Chieftain of the Aduatuci, who finds himself...
Devon-based playwright, Lucy Bell, is to create a new film, Grown Ups to be released in July. Inspired by interviews undertaken by students from Dawlish College with people in their 70s, 80s and 90s, Grown Ups will share stories across generations, gathering reflections on life from people with a broad range of perspectives and experiences.
Whilst researching the project the students spoke to Lynda who moved from Sierra Leone to England when she was 12 years old; Philip, now 93, who served in World War 2 and remembers his ‘best thing since sliced bread’ wife; and Graham, a...
On Wednesday Tuesday 22nd June, renowned horticulturalist and RHS judge Jim Buttress visited Millbrook Village to give an expert talk and judge a resident gardening competition.
Jim discussed how to design and maintain a patio or balcony garden and gave his top tips for creating beautiful containers and hanging baskets. He also talked about his experiences as a leading horticulturist and offered residents the opportunity to ask him their gardening questions.
Jim also judged residents’ patios and balconies, with resident Shirley Claudette Devereux being awarded first...
