Otter Garden Centres recently opened its kitchens to a group of Exeter College students to give them an understanding of how a commercial restaurant works.

Nine students on the NVQ level 1 Catering Craft (and Food Service) course helped out in the kitchens and front of house on a busy November day, undertaking a variety of tasks from battering fish to piping chocolate lettering....

Devondale Electrical has been awarded Wholesaler of the Year at the 2024 Electrical Industry Awards.

The awards highlight the outstanding contributions that companies, projects and individuals from across the UK have made to advancing the electrical industry.

Devondale was recognised for its performance and commitment to excellence across various areas, including improved...

Leaders across the Great South West are urging businesses, trade bodies, civic and education organisations, investors and individuals to have their say in a vital Government consultation .

The consultation is critical to ensuring the region’s voice is heard on the national stage and in Westminster, whilst wider discussions on the future of devolution in the South West progress....

The current cold snap is bringing a risk of snow overnight and into tomorrow morning.

With a Yellow Weather Warning for snow issued by the Met Office covering from 5am tomorrow morning (Thursday 21 November) until 3pm tomorrow afternoon, Devon County Council’s gritters will be carrying out multiple treatments across the county over the next 24 hours.

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TerraCycle, the global leader in recycling hard-to-recycle materials, has unveiled Sylvania Community Stores and Café in Exeter, Devon, as the winner of two bench planters made entirely from recycled materials.

The bench planters are made using recycled waste collected via TerraCycle’s various recycling solutions including TerraCycle's Zero Waste Bags . These bags allow consumers to...

The Outdoors Group has refreshed its alternative education provision making it easier for parents and educators to access and understand what’s involved.

Previously called the Transitional Learning Programme, this significant area of the group’s business has been renamed the Alternative Outdoor Provision (AOP). AOP offers support to learners who need time out from their main...

Exmouth’s residents, and visitors, are being invited to share their thoughts on three options to manage coastal flooding and erosion risks from Orcombe Point to Exmouth Marina, by East Devon District Council (EDDC).

These three options were identified from a longer list by engaging with local stakeholders. They looked at how suitable these options would be in terms of engineering, as...

“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” It’s a phrase we often hear, and it couldn’t be more relevant for carers. Caring for someone you love is deeply rewarding, but it also comes with significant challenges. Prioritising your own well-being isn’t selfish — it’s essential.

While my focus here is on dementia carers, these insights can benefit all unpaid carers navigating the demands of...