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News published 2021 August
We are in a climate emergency - Denis the Dustcart Blog
In his regular feature, Denis the Dustcart talks about a landmark UN study which has confirmed we are in a climate emergency and if many of us in the UK have noticed.
Published: 9 August 2021
Help shape plans for popular paddling pools makeover
A survey has been launched to find out what people want from Heavitree Pleasure Ground and the facilities within the park. The findings will help inform plans to give the paddling pools and play area a makeover.
Published: 6 August 2021
City car park rooftop transformed into major two-day market festival
The Guildhall Shopping and Dining Centre’s rooftop car park will be transformed for the free event Guildfest on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 August.
Published: 6 August 2021
Weekly Planning Applications: 5 Aug 2021
The following planning applications have been received for the week 5 Aug 2021
Published: 5 August 2021
Bloomin’ lovely – Exeter creates stunning competition entry
Exeter is looking blooming lovely this summer thanks to a city-wide effort to create a stunning Britain in Bloom entry.
Published: 5 August 2021
St Sidwell’s cooks up a storm with new bakehouse and cookery school
St Sidwell’s Community Centre is flourishing in the heart of Exeter thanks partly to £19,826 from Exeter City Council’s Strategic Fund to help serve up a Bakehouse and Cookery School on Sidwell Street in the former Halford Shop.
Published: 5 August 2021
Exeter celebrates new collection of literature – Quay Voices #1
Quay Voices #1 is the first ever anthology of new writing from the Quay Words programme of live literature at the City Council’s historic Custom House. The initiative is part of Exeter’s UNESCO City of Literature programme.
Published: 4 August 2021
Garden waste service suspended for two weeks
Garden waste collections in Exeter have been temporarily suspended as a result of the current HGV driver shortage caused by Covid-19 and self-isolation rules.
Published: 3 August 2021