Hundreds of health and care jobs will be on offer at a series of ‘Proud to Care’ jobs fairs next month.
The job and careers fairs will be held at different locations across Devon over four Saturdays from March 7 to March 28 2020.
The events give those thinking of entering a health or care profession, as well as existing professionals who want develop their careers, the chance to meet many of Devon’s health and care providers in one place.
Attendees will be able to speak directly to employers from a wide range of organisations including the NHS Trusts, Devon County...
The eco-friendly vehicle sharing co-operative Co Cars has today announced the launch of a major funding round to raise £600k to grow its shared mobility initiatives.
Local residents and businesses in and around Exeter can support the expansion of the Co Cars fleet from just under 40 cars to over 55, and the addition of a minimum of 50 new electric bicycles, through the ethical investment platform Ethex.
Launched in 2005, Co Cars is one of the South West’s leading low-carbon, on-demand shared mobility scheme. The co-operative has over 1200 active members who have reported a...
The McCarthy and Stone team at the Pinnoc Mews Retirement Living development on Bakers Way in Exeter has donated £250 to the Exeter Foodbank.
The Exeter Foodbank was originally founded in 2008 by local churches and community groups to help local people in need. The donation by McCarthy and Stone will help with the day-to-day running of the Foodbank, which offers three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to those who are in crisis.
Chas Malek, Sales Consultant from McCarthy and Stone, presented the cheque to Mark Richardson, Manager of the Exeter Foodbank...
Lightfoot, the “Fitbit for cars”, and Turo, the world’s largest peer-to-peer car-sharing platform, which has over 10,000 vehicles listed in the UK, have announced that they are working together to further enhance the Turo experience for both guest drivers and vehicle hosts, through enhanced safety technology provided by Lightfoot.
Vehicle hosts will have the reassurance that guest drivers are less likely to have accidents, aided by Lightfoot’s audible and visual dashboard driver guidance system which maximises their experience, extends their fuel range, enhances their safety and...
Fans of Gotham City’s top lady supervillain Harley Quinn can now see the hotly-anticipated Birds Of Prey: And The Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn at Vue Exeter.
After splitting up with her frequent accomplice and lover Joker, Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie) is ready for a new start and heads off with a group of fiery females; Black Canary (Jurnee Smollett-Bell), Huntress (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) and Renee Montoya (Rosie Perez). Their volatile journey brings them on an adventure to rescue young girl Cassandra, and save themselves from terrifying crime lord Black Mask (...
Topsham based Darts Farm is celebrating winning ‘Best Farm Shop’ at the Food Reader Awards this week. These highly anticipated reader-voted awards in the South West, with 100,000 online votes, crown the regions finest in the food and drink industry.
Michael Dart, Director of Darts Farm says: “To have been a finalist in such great company is amazing, but to have won is incredible; especially as we hosted this prestigious awards ceremony here at Darts Farm this year! It’s a terrific achievement and we are so proud; not only of the great team we have here at Darts Farm, but of our...
The repair and clear-up bill from Storm Dennis and Storm Ciara is expected to cost at least £200,000, according to early estimates from Devon County Council.
The authority is expecting that figure to rise as the clearance of several landslips continues and further damage is uncovered across the county.
It comes as the Grade Two Listed Austin’s Bridge at Buckfastleigh has had to be closed after sustaining damage during Storm Dennis.
The bridge has been shut by Devon County Council as a precautionary measure after the “cut water” defences on two of its piers were...
An innovative new data sciences company on Exeter Science Park has been singled out by London Mayor Sadiq Khan by being named a UK finalist in the Mayor of London’s flagship technology innovation programme.
Agile Datum specialises in developing advanced artificial intelligence, data analytics and intelligent chatbots for public and private sector organisations.
The firm, which launched in 2019 and is continuing to recruit staff through 2020, has quickly gained a reputation as a leader in its field, securing Government funding from Innovate UK to develop its Artificial...
One lucky Exeter winner is celebrating after winning £30k thanks to playing People’s Postcode Lottery this week.
The Buddle Lane player scooped the windfall when EX4 1JN was announced as a winner with People’s Postcode Lottery on Monday 17th February 2020.
Offering his congratulations, People’s Postcode Lottery ambassador Danyl Johnson, said: “What a fantastic start to the week for our winner in Exeter. I hope they enjoy spending their cash prize and manage to treat themselves to something special.”
A minimum of 32% of ticket sales goes directly to charities and...
Rob Baxter is set to replace one international name with another ahead of the 2020/21 season.
With Nic White’s departure back to Australia already confirmed, the Exeter Chiefs Director of Rugby has wasted little time in filling the void left by the gifted scrum-half.
Heading to Sandy Park will be Scottish international Sam Hidalgo-Clyne, who will join the Gallagher Premiership club on a two-year deal from French Top14 side, Lyon.
The 26-year-old half-back is Baxter’s second new signing, alongside that of fellow Scottish star Jonny Gray, and will help further bolster...
