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News published 2022 March
Boat owners warned to use safety equipment after estuary rescue
People have been warned about the dangers of sailing without the right safety equipment after a man was rescued from a sinking yacht in the Exe Estuary this morning.
Published: 8 March 2022
Community fridge initiative set to cut down on food waste
People in Exeter can find out more about a community fridge initiative coming to the city by attending a drop-in event on Saturday (12 March).
Published: 8 March 2022
People urged not to visit hospitals if they have Covid
People should not visit friends and family in hospital if they have Covid or other illnesses – that’s the message from Devon’s NHS, as the number of people in hospital with Covid-19 remains high.
Published: 7 March 2022
Death of former City Councillor Lee Mottram
Former Conservative Exeter City Councillor Lee Mottram has sadly passed away at the age of 50. Lee died at the weekend following a battle with cancer.
Published: 7 March 2022
Wedding fair wows guests in Exeter city centre
A wedding fair in the heart of Exeter city centre has been declared a success, with more than 150 people attending, the City Council has announced.
Published: 4 March 2022
Big name employers confirmed to attend Exeter’s largest Job Fair
Hundreds of jobs and opportunities will be available at the Jobs Fair, which is organised by Exeter City Council and Exeter Job Centre.
Published: 4 March 2022
Lord Mayor celebrates World Book Day at Exeter Little Free Library
Lord Mayor Cllr Trish Oliver said: “I was delighted to meet a Gruffalo and lots of other children imaginatively dressed, it was such fun to see them excitedly come to choose a book to borrow and to receive a book token.
Published: 4 March 2022
Exeter joins Devon councils pledging support to Ukrainians fleeing conflict
Local authority leaders across Devon have spoken out in concern for the people of Ukraine and their families, following the Russian invasion.
Published: 4 March 2022
Food businesses urged to register with Council
Food businesses in Exeter are being reminded that they need to be registered with the City Council.
Published: 3 March 2022
Still time for businesses to benefit from free digital training and support
The programme, Digital Boost Exeter, offers free and fully funded training to all businesses based in the Exeter area.
Published: 3 March 2022