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New ‘urban mini meadows’ created in Devon town

New ‘urban mini meadows’ created in Devon town

Selected green spaces in Devon are to be transformed into "vibrant wildflower meadows", the council has said. South Hams District Council said the initiative to create 11 new urban mini meadows was part of its ongoing commitment to enhance local biodiversity and to support wildlife. A selection of the council-owned spaces had already benefited from relaxed mowing regimes.The work included removing the top layer of grass, moss, and organic matter, then sowing a locally sourced perennial wildflower mix…

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Exeter: Sale comeback win showed Chiefs signs of old – Rob Baxter

Exeter: Sale comeback win showed Chiefs signs of old – Rob Baxter

In the six seasons between 2015 and 2021, Exeter were champions of England twice and runners-up on the other four occasions.While in 2020, they became European champions when they defeated French side Racing 92 in the final.However, since losing in the Prem final in 2021, Exeter have failed to make the play-offs in any of the last four seasons and last season dropped as low as ninth.But it is now only one loss in their opening six games…

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The Prem: Sale 26-27 Exeter – Chiefs top of Prem after comeback win

The Prem: Sale 26-27 Exeter – Chiefs top of Prem after comeback win

Sale Sharks: James; O'Flaherty, R du Preez, Ma'asi-White, Wills; Ford, Warr; McIntyre, Cowan-Dickie, Opoku-Fordjour, van Rhyn, Bamber, Vermeulen, T Curry, D du Preez.Replacements: Jibulu, Onasanya, Harper, Burrow, Andrews, Quirke, Louw, Grace.Sin-bin: T Curry (5)Exeter Chiefs: Hodge; Feyi-Waboso, Slade, Ikitau, Woodburn; Skinner, Chapman; Goodrick-Clarke, Dweba, Iosefa-Scott, Jenkins, Zambonin, Hooper, Roots, Fisilau. Replacements: Yeandle, Sio, Tchumbadze, Pearson, James, Cairns, Haydon-Wood, Hammersley.Sin-bin: Hooper (11) Referee: Anthony Woodthorpe Source link

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Exeter shop shut down for selling illegal tobacco after warnings

Exeter shop shut down for selling illegal tobacco after warnings

Devon County CouncilHeart of the South West Trading Standards Service said the proprietor of The Mini Market in Exeter, Devon, ignored repeated warningsA judge has granted a three-month closure order on a business accused of selling illegal tobacco.Trading Standards said the proprietor of the Mini Market on Cowick Street, Exeter, Devon, ignored repeated warnings and continued to sell illegal tobacco worth more than £11,000 seized over the course of five raids. The closure order was issued on Wednesday…

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Woman in her 80s dies after car and tractor crash near Newquay

Woman in her 80s dies after car and tractor crash near Newquay

A woman has died following a crash involving a car and tractor in Cornwall, police have said.Emergency services were called to the A392 at White Acres near Newquay at about 09:50 GMT on Wednesday to reports of a Ford Fiesta and JCB tractor colliding.Devon and Cornwall Police said a local woman aged in her 80s who was taken by air ambulance to Plymouth's Derriford Hospital with serious injuries died on Thursday.The force has appealed for witnesses and asked…

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Marine autonomy surge in Plymouth sparks expansion plans

Marine autonomy surge in Plymouth sparks expansion plans

BBCJames Fisher Defence showcased its tactical diving vehicleA city's marine autonomy sector is growing so fast it is running out of waterfront space, companies say.Six months after Plymouth was named the UK's National Centre for Marine Autonomy, businesses are flocking to the area and pushing the limits of its original hub at Turnchapel Wharf.James Fisher Defence has revealed plans to expand operations and is considering opening a manufacturing facility in Plymouth. The company showcased its tactical diving vehicle…

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Plymouth woman may have been murdered 10 days before body found

Plymouth woman may have been murdered 10 days before body found

BBCLisa Paris was found dead in Plymouth on March 18A 54-year-old woman may have been murdered 10 days before her body was found. Mark Fitzgerald, 62, has denied murdering Lisa Paris who was discovered dead at his flat in Rendle Street, Plymouth, on 18 March 2024.A jury at Plymouth Crown Court heard Miss Paris had not been seen in person or on CCTV, and her phone had not been used, since 8 March.Forensic pathologist Dr Amanda Jeffery told…

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Message in a bottle with ashes of couple found on Devon beach

Message in a bottle with ashes of couple found on Devon beach

Mike NichollsMike Nicholls found the bottle on Woolacombe BeachA message in a bottle, said to contain the ashes of a couple on "one last adventure", has washed up on a beach.The bottle was found by Mike Nicholls, on Woolacombe Beach, in Devon, on 9 November.The message asks finders to put the bottle back in the sea and use hashtags to tell the family where it was found.Mr Nicholls said he had tried to contact the family, but had…

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Kieran Wilson: Torquay United sign Exeter City striker on loan

Kieran Wilson: Torquay United sign Exeter City striker on loan

Torquay United have signed Exeter City striker Kieran Wilson on loan.The 18-year-old will stay at the National League South side until 12 January and arrives as the Gulls battle a host of injuries.Wilson signed his first professional deal with Exeter this summer and has made nine substitute appearances in League One and played in a further four cup matches."He's an aggressive forward that can play anywhere across the forward line," Torquay manager Paul Wotton told the club website."He's…

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Princesshay Seeks Permission For Outdoor Market Stalls For Four Months Each Year – Exeter Observer

Princesshay Seeks Permission For Outdoor Market Stalls For Four Months Each Year – Exeter Observer
Princesshay Seeks Permission For Outdoor Market Stalls For Four Months Each Year – Exeter Observer

Princesshay shopping centre is seeking permission from Exeter City Council for 27 outdoor market stalls for nearly four months each year for the next five years. It has applied for full planning permission to site up to 27 market stalls in four pedestrian areas in the shopping centre for up to 20 days in April

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Liv McGoverne: Exeter Chiefs fly-half eyes title as she prepares for 50th game

Liv McGoverne: Exeter Chiefs fly-half eyes title as she prepares for 50th game

This season Exeter have started well - winning two of their opening four games.Their only loss has come to reigning champions Gloucester-Hartpury, but the Chiefs sit third in the table ahead of the visit of Sale Sharks at the weekend.McGoverne, who became Exeter's record points scorer earlier this season, said the English top flight is one of the best women's leagues in the world."What I love here is that we get so many more games and you're facing…

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