A Ukrainian poet renowned for composing her verse on the frontline of her country’s defence against Russia’s illegal war is to visit London and Devon and share her experiences and perspectives.
Yaryna Chornohuz has been helping to defend her country from Russian aggression since 2019. She is currently a drone operator and previously she took part in fierce battles as a member of the 140th Separate Reconnaissance Battalion of the Ukrainian Marine Corps at the time of the full-scale invasion of 24 February 2022.
At the same time, her poetry has become so well-regarded that...
Ricky Pellow has made the decision to leave the Exeter Chiefs coaching team after 16 seasons to spend more time with his family and explore other career opportunities.
The proud Cornishman joined Chiefs in 2009 as skills coach after retiring from his playing career during which he played scrum-half for Cornish Pirates and Worcester Warriors.
Pellow said: “I’ve had 16 amazing years here at the club, so it’s an emotional decision to leave but it is one that enables me and my family to experience a new adventure.
“I’ve made some unbelievable memories as a Chief....
IMP Software, the leading platform helping Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) to strengthen their budget forecasting and financial management, today announced a significant minority investment from Partech Growth fund to support its next stage of development.
The partnership with Partech, a focused technology growth investor, will allow IMP to more than double its R&D investment – evolving its product suite and launching new solutions for MATs. Just as importantly, it ensures IMP’s best-in class customer support remains front and centre.
An Exeter forklift truck dealer can lay claim to being the best in the business, after scooping a prestigious industry award that recognises outstanding outputs in the material handling sector.
Wextexe has been crowned as Dealer Member of the Year at the Archies 2025 awards, presented by the UK Material Handling Association (UKMHA). The accolade recognises achievement, service and contribution within the industry and for Westexe, it represents the culmination of a great deal of hard work, featuring consistent growth and impressive customer service across the South West and beyond...
Westcotts, a leading South West firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, has appointed Tim Pingree as Head of Audit in its Exeter office, further strengthening the firm’s audit and assurance expertise to support SMEs and organisations across the region.
Tim is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) with nearly 20 years’ experience at Big Four firms. He has worked extensively overseas, auditing and advising clients across the developing world, most recently as an audit partner in Central Asia.
His career has seen him support a wide range of businesses, from owner...
Visit South Devon is bringing back its successful Days Out on Your Doorstep campaign for a second year, inviting local residents to rediscover the attractions, restaurants, and hidden gems right on their doorstep. Running from mid-September 2025 through to the end of February 2026 , the campaign aims to boost off-peak tourism, strengthen community spirit, and give the local economy a welcome lift.
What’s in Store
Exclusive Local Offers: More than 40 attractions, eateries, and venues are offering special discounts exclusively for Devon residents. From 30% discount
Plymouth Community Homes (PCH) will be delivering its first homes in Exeter after securing 48 homes at Vistry’s Matford Brook development near Alphington.
PCH is the largest social housing landlord in Plymouth, managing 16,000 homes in the city, as well as across the surrounding drive to work area including Salcombe, Bodmin and Liskeard.
The 48 new homes, consisting of two-, three- and four- bedrooms are being purchased across a number of developments within Vistry’s wider Matford Brook site, to the South West of Exeter, which they are currently building and extending to...
Global superstar Lewis Capaldi will headline a massive outdoor show in the Devon countryside in 2026 – marking the star’s biggest ever solo show in the South West.
After unprecedented demand that saw the biggest ever rush for tickets across both pre-sale and general sale, Lewis Capaldi is currently blazing through a triumphant 200,000-ticket sold out 17-date UK arena tour - and he shows no sign of slowing down as he today announces his biggest ever UK & Irish headline shows for next summer including a date at TK Maxx presents Live at Powderham on Sunday June 28.
South West financial experts Old Mill have announced the appointment of Kathryn Mansell as Head of Corporate Finance.
Kathryn’s promotion reflects Old Mill’s ongoing investment in leadership and highlights the firm’s commitment to strengthening its corporate finance expertise, helping clients navigate succession planning, acquisitions, management buyouts, and fundraising with confidence.
Kathryn, who is 32, joined Old Mill a decade ago, starting her career in the Exeter Commercial team with a focus on audit. Early in her journey, she had the opportunity to work alongside...
Eighty-nine per cent of female rugby players who took part in a new study experience pain or discomfort from the boots they’re wearing.
With the Women’s Rugby World Cup currently taking place in England – including games at Sandy Park in Exeter - new research from the University of Exeter, in partnership with IDA Sports and backed by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), found many female athletes still face inequality in footwear, which can lead to injuries.
The findings have been used to develop the first ever soft ground boot specifically for female players. The boot is...
