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James Wilson: Exeter appoint New Zealander as new assistant coach

James Wilson: Exeter appoint New Zealander as new assistant coach

Exeter have appointed James Wilson as their new assistant backs coach.The 42-year-old New Zealander has most recently been part of the coaching set-up at Southland.The former back had playing spells at Bath and Northampton in the Premiership as well as spending time playing in his homeland and Japan.He replaces Ricky Pellow, who left his role as skills coach last month after 16 years as part of Exeter's coaching set-up."We were looking to recruit someone whose specialisms were obviously…

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Part of West Hoe Pier in Plymouth caves in after Storm Bram

Part of West Hoe Pier in Plymouth caves in after Storm Bram

Part of an historic pier has collapsed after being battered by "ferocious weather and sea conditions" caused by Storm Bram, the council has said.Plymouth City Council said the eastern section of the West Hoe Pier had been undergoing strengthening work since September to infill the interior after the stones within it had been washed out to sea over time.A spokesperson said the stormy waves and weather had caused the outer wall to cave in on Tuesday.Contractors would gauge…

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Jack McMillan: Exeter City defender gets ‘credit he deserves’

Jack McMillan: Exeter City defender gets ‘credit he deserves’

The game was Exeter's first since they were drawn away at Premier League giants Manchester City in the third round of the FA Cup.January's tie at the Etihad could go a long way to easing the financial concerns that have blighted the fan-owned club this season. But Caldwell says it was important that his side were focused on the game with AFC Wimbledon, rather than having their minds on a match that is weeks away."It's a difficult thing…

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Owen Oseni: Plymouth Argyle striker ‘outstanding’ in Wycombe win

Owen Oseni: Plymouth Argyle striker ‘outstanding’ in Wycombe win

Plymouth Argyle striker Owen Oseni's work-rate was hailed as “outstanding” after his winning goal in Tuesday's 1-0 win at Wycombe Wanderers.The 22-year-old - who moved to Argyle in the summer after spells at non-league Gateshead and Scottish club St Mirren - secured Argyle’s third 1-0 win in five games. The victory moved the Pilgrims up a place to 22nd in League One, a point away from leaving the relegation zone.Oseni was leading the line with first-choice striker Lorent…

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Devon councils loan thermal imaging cameras in bid to cut bills

Devon councils loan thermal imaging cameras in bid to cut bills

Villagers on Dartmoor are being offered the chance to borrow thermal imaging cameras this winter to help beat the cold.The cameras help residents work out where homes are losing heat and letting in the cold. The initiative, run by councils in South Hams and West Devon, aims to tackle fuel poverty, improve wellbeing and reduce carbon emissions.Holne parish councillor Lucia Grun says "people are genuinely worried" about the cost of living and the climate emergency.Communities across West Devon…

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Seven-car crash brings A38 to a halt in Devon

Seven-car crash brings A38 to a halt in Devon

Traffic on a major road was held at a standstill after a seven-car crash, National Highways said on social media.It said the collision happened on the A38 westbound in Devon between Westover and Deep Lane near Plymouth on Tuesday evening, and traffic was stopped.It added this led to 45 minute delays and up to five miles of congestion.Two highway patrols worked at the scene to "clear the vehicles" and the road has since been reopened. Source link

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People rescued from flooding in the South West as Storm Bram hits

People rescued from flooding in the South West as Storm Bram hits

Richard BrassettA resident said lots of cars were underwater in Lostwithiel, CornwallTwo people have been rescued from floodwater as heavy rain and strong winds brought by Storm Bram have impacted travel across Devon and Cornwall. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said two people were "safe and well" after being rescued from the roof of their car after it got stuck in floodwater at about 06:45 in Teigngrace, Devon.Fire services have been dealing with other weather-related incidents,…

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Secret Devon – It’s been there for 700 years, but what is the ‘Real Abbot’s Way’

Secret Devon – It’s been there for 700 years, but what is the ‘Real Abbot’s Way’

Available for over a yearThe line of crosses on Dartmoor mark a path called 'The Abbot's Way ' but the exact route is the subject of some debate. Author Nick Pannell has written a book about the path and is part of a campaign to get the route that's marked on our maps moved. He spoke to Caroline Densley and explained what the route is.Programme WebsiteShow less Source link

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Storm Bram prompts amber warnings as wind and rain hit UK

Storm Bram - named by Met Eireann, Ireland's equivalent of the Met Office - has been developing rapidly on Tuesday, continuing to move northwards to the west of the UK. While rain will still be falling, the strength of the winds will now be the focus.The strongest winds will be around Irish Sea coasts and up to the north-west of Scotland where severe gales are possible later on Tuesday.A Met Office amber warning for wind, valid from 16:00…

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FA Cup: Could Man City draw save Exeter City from their financial plight?

FA Cup: Could Man City draw save Exeter City from their financial plight?

Twenty-one years ago, Exeter were facing a similar plight, having been taken over by their fans with millions of pounds of debt and a club in what is now the National League.Back in January 2005, they got a 0-0 draw at Manchester United - Ronaldo, Rooney, Scholes et al - were forced to trek to Exeter for a replay that they won 2-0. The gate receipts from Old Trafford, coupled with television money from the replay and a…

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Hundreds of studios and student flats approved in Exeter

Hundreds of studios and student flats approved in Exeter

Miles DavisDevon political reporterBBCMore than 800 studios and student flats will be built on the old Heavitree Road police station and magistrates' court sitePlans to build more than 800 studios and student flats at a "gateway site" on the edge of a city centre have been approved.A total of 399 student flats and 414 co-living studios will be constructed in buildings up to six storeys high on the site of the old police station and magistrates' court on…

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