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Ken Wood was the first carer to receive his Wellbeing Box

Launch of Wellbeing Gift Box initiative for Devon’s unpaid carers during Carers’ Week

Unpaid carers in Tiverton are the first in Devon to have received free Wellbeing Gift Boxes as part of a county-wide joint initiative between Devon Carers at Westbank and Devon Partnership NHS Trust (DPT), supported through funding from Open Up, the Trust’s charity, launched during Carers’ Week (8th - 14th June 2026).

The Wellbeing Boxes are being gifted to individuals who provide care and support to someone experiencing mental ill health, in recognition of the vital role they play and the challenges they may face in their caring role. It’s a ‘gesture of recognition’ to show them...

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New paddling pools work to start in Heavitree soon

Work to create new paddling pools in Heavitree is to begin shortly after ageing infrastructure forced the current pools to close for the summer, the City Council has revealed.

The pools had reopened to families at the beginning of June but were forced to close on Friday after some of the mechanics failed.

Cllr Duncan Wood, Lead Councillor with responsibility for Leisure Services and Healthy Living, said: “We know this news will be upsetting for families and residents who were looking forward to using the pools this summer, and we are sorry.

“Despite exploring...

Inspirational Rainbow and Brownie leaders attend red carpet event

Last Saturday, an outstanding Exeter Brownie and Rainbow leader attended an exclusiveGirlguiding celebration along with the inspirational leader who mentored her.

Nicole McDermid, 19, and Amy Kellaway, 39, joined hundreds of fellow outstanding Girlguiding volunteers at the Girlguiding Celebrates event in London’s West End.

The fabulous annual party – now in its fourth year – thanked and celebrated volunteers who were nominated by other Girlguiding members, parents and carers for making incredible contributions, or who have recently achieved a guiding award.

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As Exeter Hits 90% Gigabit Speed Availability, What Does This Mean for Users?

More than half a decade since full-speed fibre internet first arrived in Exeter, the city has finally crossed the 90% penetration threshold . This means that nine out of ten homes within the city limits have access to gigabit speeds, with more added to the network every week. This plays an important part in the modernisation of any area, granting access to the full range of modern online technologies we increasingly rely on for professional and personal use.

As of writing, the current fibre penetration in Exeter reaches 90.4%, above the UK average of 87.8%. Far from the days of...

Rising stars shine in first year of relaunched women’s football pathway partnership

Exeter College and Exeter City FC Women are celebrating a successful first year since relaunching their Academy partnership, which is helping young women and girls across the South West combine elite football with exceptional education.

Relaunched in April 2025 to strengthen the pathway for talented female footballers, the renewed collaboration has already delivered success on the pitch and supported players to progress into senior football and gain international honours.

Thirty-five players represented Exeter College’s Women’s Football Academy during the 2025/26 season...

Be a hero for animals: RSPCA Week returns

The public is invited to join the fun this June - as RSPCA Week returns, with the chance for every animal lover to get involved with new challenges, pet-themed bake-offs, and inspiring ways to make a paws-itive, life-changing impact for animals in need.

The charity’s biggest annual fundraising event returns next week - from Monday (15 June) to Sunday (21 June).

This year, the charity is giving animal-lovers everywhere the chance to join the fun and make a difference, with the introduction of all-new free to download digital packs.

RSPCA Week is a seven-day...

When Love Becomes Advocacy

As Carers Week prompts conversations about supporting unpaid carers, I’ve found myself reflecting on something that has touched both my professional and personal life recently: advocacy.

And more specifically, what it feels like when advocacy is not a professional role, but something you find yourself doing because you care.

Over this last week I’ve found myself in tears, but even that word doesn’t really capture it.

It wasn’t just sadness. It wasn’t something that could be neatly named.

Underneath it was frustration. And underneath that was a kind of...

Community action makes a visible difference in Exeter city centre

Latest Neighbourhood Action Day brings together more than 30 volunteers to improve North and South Street and show pride in the city they share.

More than 30 people took part in the latest Neighbourhood Action Day on Wednesday 3 June, giving over 90 hours of their time to help improve Exeter city centre despite the rain. Their efforts showed the real, visible difference community action can make.

Small actions making a big difference

Organised by InExeter, the Business Improvement District for Exeter city centre, Neighbourhood Action Days bring together...

Could you help keep Devon moving? Volunteer drivers needed across the county

If you have a full driving licence, are over 21 with two years’ driving experience and access to a vehicle, becoming a Devon Community Driver could be the perfect opportunity.

Devon Community Drivers , a joint project between Devon Communities Together and Devon Access to Services (DAS), is encouraging residents across Devon to become volunteer drivers and inviting Community Transport Schemes to join a new pilot programme designed to attract more volunteers.

Every year, volunteer drivers across Devon help thousands of people get where they need to be – from hospital...

Exeter Nightlife Ranks 10th Nationally

The latest data shows that Exeter ranks 10th for bars and pubs per resident. The area has earned a lot of recognition for being one of the top nightlife destinations, with the city able to deliver memorable evenings, even with growing competition from nearby cities and the online world of entertainment.

Exeter is Competing with the Online World

Even though other cities rank above Exeter, there’s still stiff competition from the online world. Streaming and online entertainment all compete for people’s free time, which is especially the case during the week, when people...

University of Exeter secures £6.4 million investment to expand advanced engineering, computing and defence-related skills

The University of Exeter has secured £6.4 million in Government funding to expand advanced engineering and computing education, supporting the development of the next generation of highly skilled graduates needed by the UK's defence, security and technology sectors.

The investment, awarded through the Office for Students Defence Related Skills Funding Competition, will create almost 700 additional student places, establish new specialist laboratories and strengthen links with employers.

It will support opportunities for students to develop skills in areas critical to the...

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Launch of Wellbeing Gift Box initiative for Devon’s unpaid carers during Carers’ Week

New paddling pools work to start in Heavitree soon

Inspirational Rainbow and Brownie leaders attend red carpet event

As Exeter Hits 90% Gigabit Speed Availability, What Does This Mean for Users?

Rising stars shine in first year of relaunched women’s football pathway partnership

Be a hero for animals: RSPCA Week returns

When Love Becomes Advocacy

Community action makes a visible difference in Exeter city centre

Could you help keep Devon moving? Volunteer drivers needed across the county

Exeter Nightlife Ranks 10th Nationally

University of Exeter secures £6.4 million investment to expand advanced engineering, computing and defence-related skills

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