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His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales met transport workers and Exeter’s ‘Net Zero Heroes’ during a visit to the new Exeter Bus Station today.
Find out more: news.exeter.gov.uk/prince-of…
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This is the moment an unexploded Second World War bomb was made safe in a controlled explosion in Exeter this afternoon.
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We arrived back in the office this morning and remembered we had left a camera running to catch the snows arrival on Thursday. This is what it captured.
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Congratulations Nikki and Fraser - Married today at @ExeterGuildhall. Love conquers all - including fires. #exeterfire
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It’s been agreed unanimously tonight that Rob Baxter is to be awarded the freedom of the city of Exeter. facebook.com/ExeterCityCounc…
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Exeter City Council is taking a stand for the planet by transitioning to plant-based catering at all internal meetings & events. Join us in supporting #climateaction & healthy eating with delicious #plantbased options!
More: news.exeter.gov.uk/council-p…
ALT Cllr Josie Parkhouse and Cllr Duncan Wood
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We took a careful walk around the centre this evening. It looked amazing but it's still bad out there, so keep safe everyone.
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Victory parade for @ExeterChiefs will take place Mon 29th at 2pm, travelling from St James Park to @ExeterGuildhall via Sidwell St & High St
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It is our honour to welcome His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to Exeter’s New Bus Station today to meet with transport workers and ‘Net Zero Heroes’ involved in Exeter City Council’s ambition to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions by 2030. @ClarenceHouse @RoyalFamily
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Congratulations to @ExeterCX, who has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to government in the Queen’s New Year Honours.
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Our night shelter is proving a life saver as temperatures drop below zero. Thirty-seven rough sleepers took advantage of the Exeter City Council facility on Thursday night, coming inside, out of the cold. Read more here
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Thank you @DSFireUpdates. You've done an amazing job. The last fire fighter has now left the scene. The city is proud of you all.
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"We need to change direction in Exeter on how we view pedestrians and cyclists - the roads are all about cars. We have got to make changes in Exeter, where cars aren't the dominant feature.”
City Council Leader Phil Bialyk highlights the need for transport change
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Our Wildflower collaboration with @DevonWildlife – is now in its fourth year and still pleasing locals and visitors alike.
Read more: news.exeter.gov.uk/go-wild-i…
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Refuse workers in Exeter had ‘no i-deer’ they would be involved in an animal rescue when they turned up for work.
Two bin men jumped at the chance of rescuing a young deer after it got stuck upside-down behind a bottle bank in Exeter.
Read more bit.ly/3dHGH98
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At 6 am this morning outside @ExeterCathedral , a lone piper marked the beginning of events in Exeter to commemorate the Centenary of the end of the First World War.
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Executive tonight has joined together to support a motion granting Freedom of the City to Rob Baxter. We are so proud of Team @ExeterChiefs
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A big thank you to the gritter drivers from @DevonCC who are out again tonight. Did you know they have more than 8000 miles of roads to look after. That's a lot of road. 😨
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We've made a commitment with @DevonWildlife to maintain wildflower zones in Exeter as part of the Wild City project. Here's a few photos we were tweeted by residents last year. 🙂💐🌹
Read more: goo.gl/Wi4ZdQ
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Have you seen the wildflowers springing up around the city? The Wild City project sees Exeter City Council teaming up with @DevonWildlife to encourage more nature into the city. We think it looks bloomin' marvellous!
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Exeter’s policy of letting grass grow longer in certain parts of the city is helping to address the decline of pollinators and has won backing from the @DevonWildlife.
Read more: bit.ly/32OECFX
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Council Chief Executive Karime Hassan @ExeterCX will be honoured by @UniofExeter today for his work in promoting growth and wellbeing in Exeter and East Devon over the last two decades news.exeter.gov.uk/council-c…
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Chief Ouray Crowfoot and a delegation from the Siksika Nation in Canada will take possession of sacred regalia in a handover event at @RAMMuseum on 19 May 2022.
Find out more: bit.ly/3FMfvoV
ALT Crowfoot Regalia
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Ten more stunning artworks by the amazing Aylwyn Bowen are lighting up Exeter city centre. Check out these beautiful images at the BT Exchange building opposite Exeter Library @tweetinexeter
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Here's our collection of tweets from 2017 about the amazing wildflowers around the city we work with @DevonWildlife to maintain. Make sue you tweet us pictures of this years flowers when you spot them. nitter.app/i/moments/885821932314…
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Huge well done to Magdalen Road and it's traders. Very cool shopping district indeed. 10 cool shopping districts around the world: readers’ tips theguardian.com/travel/2018/…
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Roadside verges, roundabouts and patches of land in Exeter have broken out in a riot of colour as wild flowers start to bloom.
Wild flower seeds have been sown throughout the city as part of the Wild City project.
We are working with @DevonWildlife to encourage nature in #Exeter
ALT Wild flowers in Exeter
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Exeter has become the first council in the UK to turn plastic bags collected from the kerbside into litter bin sacks which are sent back to Exeter to be used.
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Britain’s oldest ship canal – part of the Port of Exeter – has been named a Heritage Harbour, one of only four historic harbours in the UK so far to be given the status.
Read more: bit.ly/3kZBtZk
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A real honour to meet Chief Ouray Crowfoot and the delegation from the @Siksika_Nation today.
We managed to speak to him briefly about the sacred regalia being returned to Canada during the ceremony at @RAMMuseum.
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Please don't come to Cathedral Green today. We need to allow emergency services to work. Please RT
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It's that time of year again. Don't forget to tweet us your photos of the wildflower displays around the city. @DevonWildlife love seeing them. just as much as we do. 🌺🌸🥀
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Kerbside collections for glass and food recycling are set to be introduced in Exeter bit.ly/2S6JI94
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Chief Ouray Crowfoot and a delegation from the Siksika Nation in Canada are taking possession of sacred regalia in a handover event in @rammuseum today
ALT Return of regalia Chief Ouray Crowfoot and a delegation from the Siksika Nation in Canada
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Fantastic to see such a great community spirit in Exeter in times like this. Very proud of our City today. #exeterfire nitter.app/CCShaunSawyer/status/7…
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Would you like to see even more Wildflowers being planted? @DevonWildlife are running a Crowdfunder scheme to create more wildflower meadows across the county.
Read more: bit.ly/2ZqUMUN
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You have got to love the Heavitree Running Group. They ran this last night! 🦖
@PLHexeter @ActiveExeter @Strava
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It's April Fool's Day and everyone loves a laugh! Tommy Cooper was brought up in Exeter, and here's one of his best gags:
"Police arrested two kids yesterday, one was drinking battery acid, the other was eating fireworks. They charged one and let the other one off.!"
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Nothing will stop a farmer. The @Exeterfarmarket is open as normal today. Support your local producers.
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THANK YOU for coming out and showing your appreciation for a fantastic season from @OfficialECFC
We loved seeing you all at @ExeterGuildhall 😃
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A few of our favorite photos from today's @ExeterChiefs victory parade though Exeter. Thank you to everyone who came along.
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Wonderful news to hear that Exeter is waking up to hear that it has official @UNESCO City of Literature status today. A fantastic achievement for everyone involved.
We're rather excited in the office today, thanks to the amazing news that #Exeter's bid to become a @UNESCO City of Literature is GO GO GO! A huge WELL DONE to all involved #getonthegoodbook @LitWorks @LibrariesUnLtd @ExeterCouncil @ExeterLibrary @artsandculturex @ArtWorkExeter
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Exeter misses you but please listen to government guidance and don’t visit us at this time.
We'll be here waiting for you, so please #comebacklater
Exeter, thank you for #StayingAtHomeAndSavingLives
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There's currently a HUGE camera in Northenhay Gardens. Created by Brendan Barry, this amazing Container Camera which has a built in darkroom will be open to the public on the 7th, 8th, 10th, 15th and 20th June.
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The @RAMMuseum is celebrating today after receiving an increase in its funding over the next four years from @ace_national 👏👏
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Congratulations @ExeterCX from all at Exeter City Council.
We are incredibly proud of you for receiving your MBE today from @KensingtonRoyal.
ALT Karime Hassan receiving his MBE
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IKEA confirm its new #Exeter store will open to the public on Tuesday, May 1. The store at Newcourt Way is the most sustainable IKEA has ever built. More than 85 per cent of its staff have been recruited from the local area - all will be paid at least the Living Wage
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Councillors are being asked to consider granting @ExeterChiefs legend Gareth Steenson Freedom of the City of Exeter.
Read more: bit.ly/3mdc13S
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Exeter is the only city in the UK where the number of business closures has fallen rather than gone up, a new report has revealed
exeter.gov.uk/people-and-com…
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Exeter City Council and @DevonWildlife Trust will consult on proposals to create a ‘Wild Arboretum’ at Northbrook Approach golf course.
It is set to become a new park enriched with wildflowers, new trees, a community orchard, new wetlands, ponds and pools to enhance biodiversity.
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Exeter, it's just the Brilliant Alternative to everywhere else. 😁#LiveBetterExeter
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Our thoughts are with the great city of Plymouth, its residents, the emergency services and everyone effected by the tragic events in city this evening. ❤️
Update: awaiting confirmation of number of victims but this looks like a very grim day for our city and our community.
Please can I ask that you think of the families and our community and not share any images or videos of any of the victims. #keyham
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Exeter has been listed as one of the greenest locations in the UK - thanks to the city’s high density of parks and green spaces.
Read more: bit.ly/32Vs9Pf
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Exeter will strive to become a carbon-neutral city in just over a decade in an ambitious new vision. The bold commitment was made today on a day of environmental protests across the country.
#SchoolStrike4Climate
Read more: bit.ly/2HnG0Wi
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On #worldbookday2021, we thought we would tell you that we have, here in Exeter, the oldest book of English literature in the world – a book of national, indeed international, importance and incalculable value. The Exeter Book.
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The Polish flag has been flown above Exeter’s historic Guildhall in honour of the Polish 307 Squadron who defended the city during the Second World War.
news.exeter.gov.uk/polish-30…
ALT Polish 307 Squadron
ALT Polish 307 Squadron
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ALT Polish 307 Squadron
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Not easy to film without getting knocked over but we tried! The hoarding are up around the old bus station site and look great. Take a look and see who's been featured. #ExeterLiveBetter @ExeLiveBetter
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Five new carton and coffee cup recycling banks have arrived in Exeter. Find out more
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Exeter’s much-loved Ludwell Valley Park will benefit from more planting of trees and wildflowers, and improved access to the public.
The valley park, a mix of beautiful green pastures, hedges and wooded copses, is set to receive a £48,692 grant.
Read more bit.ly/2AdQh4T
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“This is our time. In 10 or 100 years historians will look back to see what we did. They will thank people for the action they took and the compassion they showed.”
Thank you everyone for everything you are doing.
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Our bin crews wanted to wish Captain Tom Moore (now Colonel) a very happy birthday. 100 today! What an extraordinary source of inspiration to us all. We salute you. Your country is proud of you!
#StayHomeSaveLives 💙
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Exeter named UK's second cleanest and proudest city.
✅ Second in the overall Neighbourhood Pride category
✅ Second place nationally for how clean the city is
And we received first place for spending on environmental and regulatory services. 😀👏
▶ news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-na…
ALT Exeter
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Tonight, we as a council have resolved to...... find out here: facebook.com/ExeterCityCounc…
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Discarded old bikes are being turned back into fit-to-ride machines thanks to the City Council and charity @RideOnExeter Unloved bikes picked up by the Council are sent to Ride On, who refurbish them and sell them at very affordable prices
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We will be making extra emergency accommodation available to rough sleepers tonight (Wednesday) and the next four nights as temperatures are set to dip below freezing.
Read more: bit.ly/3pAD0rt
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Bindu Arjoon has been formally appointed as the new Chief Executive of Exeter City Council.
Bindu, who becomes the Council’s first female Chief Executive, takes over from former Chief Executive and Growth Director Karime Hassan.
Read more: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-ci…
ALT New Chief Executive Bindu Arjoon with Council Leader Phil Bialyk
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Great photo of @ExeterCathedral Christmas Market on its opening night from Scott Hunter. 📷
Did you go to the market tonight?
ALT Exeter Christmas Market
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RESULT - Election of a Member of Parliament for Exeter.
Ben Bradshaw is duly elected.
#GeneralElection2019
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This is going to be spectacular. 😳😲
From 5th to 7th March 2020, the interior of @ExeterCathedral will be filled with a dramatic light and sound show suitable for all ages.
You better book tickets quick for this one! exeter-cathedral.org.uk/news…
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We have submitted plans to create a winter night shelter and community facility for homeless people in Exeter. Read more by clicking here
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Exeter has the fourth fewest empty shop units of any city centre in the entire country, according to a new report by @CentreforCities today. That’s a reason to celebrate 👍@Princesshay @GuildhallShops
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The Polish flag is now proudly flying above @ExeterGuildhall. RAF Brize Norton exercised their Freedom of the City to take part in Squadron 307 Day, remembering the Polish heroes who defended #Exeter during the Blitz
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It will be an honour to welcome @steeno10 to @ExeterGuildhall today to hand him the keys of the city and welcome him as our latest Honorary Freeman.
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Tom is the founder of Freetrike Rehab Cycling. He picks people with disabilities from their home, transports them to their nearest traffic-free cycle path and delivers 2 hours of 1-to-1 supported exercise on adapted trikes, bikes and tandems. More here: socsi.in/FreeTrike_8UqUl
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Exeter's looking bloomin' marvellous thanks to Wild City initiative @DevonWildlife @PublicRealmEX facebook.com/notes/exeter-ci…
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Boss sent us few photos of the cold on his cycle into work this morning. He's arrived now and is safe. 😆
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Another great photo of Exeter from the air courtesy of Scott Hunter over on Instagram.
#LoveExeter 📸
ALT Drone photo of Exeter Quay
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Plans have been submitted to open the city’s Night Shelter all year round and extend its remit to support rough sleepers in Exeter.
A planning application is requesting that it can open all year round and not just from October until April as at present news.exeter.gov.uk/plans-to-…
ALT Cllr Emma Morse at the Night Shelter in Exeter
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Happy #DevonDay everyone. If you're in Exeter, why not visit THE most beautiful cathedral in the country - @ExeterCathedral
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As part of our efforts to help tackle climate change in Exeter, we've planted 10,000 trees since 2000. The tree coverage in Exeter is well above the UK average. 🌎
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‼️ Volunteers urgently needed for Covid-19 vaccination centres ‼️
With the rollout of a Covid-19 mass vaccination programme underway volunteers are needed to help at vaccination centres in Devon which are due to become operational shortly.
More: news.exeter.gov.uk/volunteer…
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Exeter has been shortlisted for the prestigious European City of the Year award.
The city has been shortlisted by @theAoU alongside Amersfoort in the Netherlands and Estepona in Spain.
Find out more: news.exeter.gov.uk/exeter-sh…
ALT Exeter Cathedral
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