Yearly Archives: 2025

Endangered white claw crayfish released into pond in Devon

Endangered white claw crayfish released into pond in Devon

Harding-Lee MediaWildwood Devon said white-clawed crayfish have been released into a purpose-build refuge pondA wildlife conservation charity said white-clawed crayfish, which are an endangered species, have been released into a pond in Devon. Wildwood Devon, a wildlife park based in Ottery St Mary, said there were only two known surviving populations of the crayfish left in the county. Education and conversation officer Charly Mead said the creatures, which were rescued two years ago, had been moved into a…

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Andoni Iraola press conference: Crystal Palace vs AFC Bournemouth

Andoni Iraola press conference: Crystal Palace vs AFC Bournemouth

Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola has been speaking to BBC Radio Solent before Saturday's Premier League game against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park (kick-off 15:00).Here are the key lines from his news conference:Midfielder David Brooks is taking a small break after picking up an injury and Iraola said: "It's not the best moment, it's never a good moment to have an injury. I think Brooksy was playing really well and finding himself, he was in a great physical position.…

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‘Blue plaque for children’s author’ and ‘haircuts for the homeless’

‘Blue plaque for children’s author’ and ‘haircuts for the homeless’

Here is our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media.A blue plaque will be unveiled in Stroud later to honour the creator of Thomas the Tank Engine, reports the Stroud News & Journal.The ceremony marks 80 years since the publication of Reverend Wilbert Awdry's first book, The Three Railway Engines.Burnham.on.Sea.com says a field gun being pulled 1,000 miles (1,609km) will be in the West later. Hundreds…

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Vice-Chancellor strengthens health and conservation research links in visit to South Africa  

A delegation from the University of Exeter has met with the British High Commissioner to South Africa during a visit to showcase Exeter’s research successes in the country at the prestigious Oppenheimer Research Conference. University President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Lisa Roberts, headed up the Exeter contingent during a six-day visit to the country. As well as meeting the British High Commissioner to South Africa, Anthony Phillipson, she attended the Oppenheimer Research Conference, where Exeter researchers presented their work…

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Kenya holds state funeral for opposition leader Odinga after mourning chaos | Politics News

Odinga’s body will next travel to his family’s home region of western Kenya, where more huge crowds are expected, before a private burial service this weekend.Kenya has held a state funeral for revered opposition leader Raila Odinga, a day after security forces killed several people after opening fire to disperse crowds of mourners at a stadium hosting a public viewing of his body.Thousands of mourners gathered amid a heavy security presence at Nairobi’s Nyayo National Stadium on Friday,…

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John E Vistic | Deathgasm

John E Vistic | Deathgasm

John E Vistic: Deathgasm (Via Deaf Endling Collective) DL | Stream OUT NOW After a brief foray into the world of meditative and melancholy acoustic, one of Louder Than War’s favourite eclectic rock’n’roll warriors John E Vistic reverts back to his punk rock roots with his new single, Deathgasm. And as the first taster from his forthcoming album, there is little doubt that John is out to blow our collective minds and absolutely nails it with his first…

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Climate science workshop brings together schoolchildren and world-leading researchers

Climate science workshop brings together schoolchildren and world-leading researchers

Pupils at an Exeter school have engaged with some of the world’s most renowned climate scientists at a special day-long workshop. Year six children from St Sidwell’s Church of England Primary and Nursery School were guests of the University of Exeter, where they quizzed environmental scientists about climate change. They also worked with international cardboard theatre company Hamishibi to create their own stories around the planet’s health before proudly presenting them to staff and classmates.The event was organised…

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University archaeologist awarded prestigious medal by the British Academy

University archaeologist awarded prestigious medal by the British Academy

A landscape archaeologist renowned for his expertise on Roman and medieval-era Britain has been presented with one of the British Academy’s highest honours. Professor Stephen Rippon has been awarded this year’s British Academy Medal for Landscape Archaeology in recognition of the longstanding contribution he has made to his field. Professor Rippon received his medal alongside eight other distinguished scholars at the Academy’s London headquarters on Thursday night (16th October). He is just the 11th recipient of the medal…

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League One progressing faster than Exeter City – Gary Caldwell

Exeter are in their fourth successive season in the third tier of English football - their longest spell at that level since the early 1990s. In that time the club has built new training facilities and a new stand at St James Park.Caldwell says the club has regularly punched above its weight when compared to the budgets available to their rivals in League One."I think we've been seven, 10 and six places above our financial budget in the…

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Charley Stone: I’ve Gotta Know

Charley Stone: I’ve Gotta Know

Charley Stone: I’ve Gotta Know (Self Released) DL/Streaming Out Now Charley Stone returns with the first of three new singles, I’ve Gotta Know, recorded with the Actual Band…  There are few people where it’s obligatory to introduce them as ‘The Legendary’… but Charley Stone is one of them. If you’ve not heard the name, shame on you, but you will have heard her music or seen her on stage. Ms Stone has performed and recorded with dozens of…

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Ilminster Herne View primary school to move in £2m upgrade

Ilminster Herne View primary school to move in £2m upgrade

A town's primary school, which is currently split over two sites, is going to be consolidated into one location as part of a £2m scheme.Somerset Council has confirmed it is going ahead with a project for Herne View Primary School in Ilminster to expand its Ditton Street site, and leave its Silver Street location.The single-site primary school on Ditton Street will have 14 classrooms for 420 students.As part of the £2m upgrade, the council also plans to refurbish…

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