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Kids embark on magical journey

At the golden age of 81, former Exeter News and Photographic Service reporter Fay Knowles (nee Johanson) has announced the launch of her first children’s book - “Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure”!

Action packed and heart-warming, Fay says children will love and learn from this fun adventure story of family togetherness, simplicity and resilience!

“Island Surprise: A Bahamian Adventure”, a fully illustrated chapter book, tells of two young Bahamian boys, who are thrilled when their parents decide to take them to remote Coco Plum Island, to surprise their grandparents...

The Practical Side of Financing: From Fridges to Boilers

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Tue, 12/23/2025 - 11:09am

Financing has become a familiar presence in daily British shopping habits. Once reserved for cars and home renovations, it now appears alongside everything from fridges to laptops. The result is a subtle shift in how UK households approach essential purchases. Rather than saving for months or dipping into emergency funds, more families are spreading payments across the year to keep monthly budgeting predictable.

This shift is not purely about convenience. It reflects practical decision-making in a cost-conscious climate. When essential home equipment fails, families rarely have...

Essential Steps to Secure Your Ideal Financial Future

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 12/11/2025 - 11:43am

When you look into your future, what do you see? It’s a broad question, but nonetheless one to which you likely have an answer – begrudging as that answer may be. Another question: when you look into your future, what do you want to see? There is, no doubt, a severe incongruity between the future you see and the future you want to see. The former is likely a view of working to retirement, of saving what you can and making the best of an unpredictable career path. The latter is likely something a little more luxurious.

It’s work that clouds our vision of a better future, and,...

UK payday loan hotspots revealed: Exeter placed 10th in Regional Rankings

Authored by tomdummer
Posted: Mon, 12/08/2025 - 3:14pm

Have you ever wondered as to where payday loan demand is highest across the UK? Great Western Credit Union has taken a look at this data to see what this tells us about financial resilience.

The data has been collected through using search data, median income data (from ONS), and population data to analyse and report on financial stress across the UK, comparing the demand for high cost credit to local financial health metrics. This can be useful information because it can tell us about financial resilience in the area, as well as help shape Money@Work , Great Western Credit Union’s...

Dogs Trust delivers festive cheer to homelessness services across the South West

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 12/05/2025 - 10:56pm

This Christmas, with increased demand for support, Dogs Trust is sending out gift parcels to homelessness services across the South West, bringing festive cheer to dog owners affected by homelessness.

Each year, through Together Through Homelessness , Dogs Trust aims to bring festive cheer to the dogs of people experiencing homelessness by delivering parcels filled with collars, leads, coats and treats to homelessness services across the UK, to share with owners and their four-legged companions.

This year, more than 2,400 parcels will be delivered to 305 homelessness...

Exeter Homelessness Charity Warns of Impending Rough Sleeping Crisis

AS the first sub-zero nights hit Exeter, local homelessness charity St Petrock’s have issued a clear warning that homelessness and rough sleeping in the city is likely to reach the highest levels ever this winter.

Two main factors have led to this impending crisis: the decision by Devon County Council to end its support for homeless prevention and support services, and excessive delays in Westminster announcing details of the Labour government’s strategy for tackling homelessness and rough sleeping, together with the associated funding that will be made available to local...

UK’s most accessible shopping centres revealed, new national study ranks top 25 ahead of festival shopping season

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 12/05/2025 - 8:18pm

With festive spending about to surge, millions of people will be heading into shopping centres for gifts, gatherings and seasonal events. But for shoppers with mobility needs, including older adults, disabled visitors, wheelchair users and those who rely on step-free access, a simple day out can come with very real barriers.

A new accessibility review conducted by Halton Stairlifts , a leading stairlift provider, has analysed the 25 largest shopping centres in the country to highlight which destinations truly support inclusive access and which still have work to do. The research...

Why Online Safety Is Becoming a Major Priority in the UK: What Residents Need to Know in 2025

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Mon, 12/01/2025 - 4:02pm

Online safety has rapidly become one of the most discussed public concerns in the UK over the past year. As digital services expand and more aspects of daily life move online—from banking to telehealth and remote work—UK residents are increasingly exposed to cyber threats , scams, and data misuse. News reports throughout 2025 have highlighted everything from rising phishing schemes and identity theft to large-scale data breaches affecting millions of people.

With this shift, the UK government, tech companies, and everyday internet users are paying greater attention to how they...

The smart shopper’s guide to Black Friday beauty deals

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 11/17/2025 - 12:49pm

Black Friday can feel like a race: endless banners, limited-time offers and the pressure to buy before the price jumps back up. But the most satisfying purchases are rarely the fastest ones. A thoughtful approach helps separate real value from temporary hype, especially in the beauty world where deals appear everywhere but not all of them are worth adding to your basket.

Start with what you actually need

Before browsing discounts, it is useful to take a moment and review what is already on your bathroom shelf. A genuine deal is only valuable if the product will be used regularly...

Ultimate Christmas Guide: All you need to know about Christmas in Exeter

Exeter is ready for the festive season with brand new city lights , Devon’s biggest Christmas Market, and a packed programme of events that make it the must-visit festive destination in the South West .

Follow the Stars to Exeter

This Christmas, expect starry cascades along the High Street , ground installations perfect for festive selfies, and star-themed projections and installations lighting up the city’s historic streets. The new lights will begin to sparkle from 14 November , marking the start of a magical season.

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market – Devon’s Biggest

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Step into Christmashay

Princesshay is inviting residents and visitors to Exeter to Step into Christmashay this November and December to experience the joy of the festive season.

Opening on Friday 14th November, this year’s expanded Christmas Market will feature over 25 traders on a rotating programme over five weeks. Visitors can explore stalls offering jewellery, crafts, candles, bakes and art throughout Bedford Street, the main mall and Princesshay Square, which will also be home to the Mistletoe bar and outdoor festive seating area.

Returning to Eastgate is the much-loved Great British...

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