Exeter College marked the start of the 2025 festive season with its annual Festival of Carols at the spectacular Exeter Cathedral on Thursday 4 December, bringing together students, parents, and the local community for an evening of celebration and reflection.

A packed Cathedral enjoyed outstanding performances from around 150 students representing a range of different faculties, showcasing the breadth of talent and diversity of courses the College has to offer.

The free-to-attend service was held in support of Exeter College’s official charity for 2025/26, Royal Devon...

Students at St Luke’s Church of England School have been doing their bit for the environment this term by planting 105 new trees on the school grounds.

The trees were supplied by the Woodland Trust, and the school chose the charity’s Wild Harvest selection, which includes a mix of native species such as hazel, blackthorn, crab apple, elder, dog rose and rowan. These varieties were chosen to provide food and habitats for a wide range of wildlife as they mature.

The planting project was largely student-led, building on the ongoing work of the school’s Ecology Club. Last...

The National Association of Building Contractors (NABC), founded by entrepreneur James Hopkins , continues to make significant strides in raising trust, transparency and professionalism across the UK construction sector.

Built on a mission to connect homeowners with vetted, trusted and reliable contractors , NABC has become a respected national body while supporting builders in scaling and improving their business visibility.

A Vision for Better Building Standards

James identified a gap in the market early — skilled tradespeople often lacked the business...

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...

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...

Seven-time GRAMMY Award winning artist Alanis Morissette has today announced she will play one of just five UK headline shows for 2026 in the Devon countryside.

The show comes on the heels of Morissette’s most acclaimed UK shows ever this past summer, with a sold out night at the O2 Arena and a career-defining set at her first ever Glastonbury appearance.

The Canadian/American musician will head to TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham on Friday June 26 and she will be joined on the night by musical powerhouse Skunk Anansie. The announcement completes the headline line-up...

Today’s families navigate busy schedules, evolving responsibilities, and shifting expectations. As a result, modern service providers are under more pressure than ever to deliver experiences that feel seamless, supportive, and tailored to real-life needs. From healthcare to home maintenance and education to entertainment, families want services that simplify their routines and reduce stress. Understanding these expectations is key for any provider. hoping to build long-term trust and loyalty.

Convenience That Fits Around Real Lives

Convenience is no longer a luxury for families;...

Stephen Arnold joins Foot Anstey at a pivotal moment for the firm, following a year of strong performance and continued investment in its national growth strategy. This includes expansion into Northern Ireland through its combination with McKees and the firm’s increased focus on Manchester as a key hub for future growth.

Stephen brings extensive senior experience from leading international law firms. He began his legal-sector career at Linklaters, before moving to Clifford Chance where he helped shape the firm’s global client strategy and worked with some of the world’s most...

As the festive season approaches, Devon & Cornwall Police is launching its annual Christmas safety campaign aimed at helping residents enjoy a safe and crime-free festive period.

Running throughout December, the campaign will share practical advice and timely reminders on a wide range of safety topics – from fraud prevention and online security to personal safety, home security and road safety, so that everyone can celebrate Christmas safely.

Assistant Chief Constable Nikki Leaper said: “Christmas should be a time of joy and celebration. Unfortunately, it’s also a...

A major new gym is set to open at Exeter Science Park this winter, with The Engine offering high-quality fitness provision for Science Park businesses, residents and commuters.

The new facility is the result of a strategic partnership between Exeter Science Park and LED Community Leisure , bringing together the Park’s long-term vision for onsite gym facilities with LED’s extensive expertise in delivering accessible, community-focused fitness centres across the region.

Designed to meet the needs of a rapidly growing community, the new gym - which will be named The Engine -...