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Taste East Devon Festival Returns

A Celebration of Food, Drink & Local Delights from 13th – 21st September 2025

Get ready to tuck into one of the region’s most exciting culinary celebrations as the Taste East Devon Festival returns for its fifth year from 13th to 21st September 2025 ! From vineyard tours and foraging feasts to artisan tastings and family-friendly days out, this 9-day festival promises to showcase the very best of East Devon’s food, drink, and hospitality.

With a packed programme of unique events hosted by some of the area’s most iconic producers, chefs, and venues, Taste East Devon brings...

Thousands of trees to be planted in Broadclyst and Poltimore thanks to council-backed community project

Up to 3,000 trees will take root in Broadclyst and Poltimore thanks to matched funding from East Devon District Council and The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Volunteers have already planted the first 150 trees, forming a new hedgerow at the upcoming Clyst Meadows Country Park near Broadclyst Station.

The project team is now looking for more land in Broadclyst and Poltimore to complete the planting. Landowners interested in hosting trees are encouraged to get in touch with the Saving Devon’s Treescapes team by emailing savedevonstrees@devonwildlifetrust.org or by...

Memorial Service planned for Eddie Farwell

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/02/2025 - 1:46pm

A Memorial Service to celebrate the life and work of Eddie Farwell, Co-Founder and retiring CEO of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), will take place at Exeter Cathedral on Tuesday 17 June 2025.

Eddie died on 27 March following a diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease and a private funeral was held shortly after his death. CHSW has organised a Memorial Service for Eddie, enabling the wider community to celebrate Eddie’s life, share their memories and find comfort together.

Phil Morris, incoming CEO at CHSW said: “It is fitting that during Children’s Hospice Week, we are...

How to Ensure Your Cat is Healthy and Thriving

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Mon, 06/02/2025 - 8:58am

Health is about more than the absence of illness. It’s about using the body – and mind – to their fullest potential. This goes for pets just as much as it does human beings.

Different pets require a different kind of approach when it comes to wellness. Cats, in particular, benefit from a few specific items, and the right nurturing environment. So, what should owners be focusing on? Let’s assess a few worthwhile things to consider.

Provide a Balanced, Age-Appropriate Diet

Nutrition is fundamental. If your cat isn’t eating and drinking the right things , then every aspect...

March for Children: Families oppose the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

Families unite to oppose the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

Standing up for our children: Families march against dangerous education bill #MarchForChildren

On Sunday 18th May, the March for Children brought together families, educators, campaigners, and allies from all walks of life in a powerful show of unity. Starting in Whitehall and moving through Trafalgar Square and along the Embankment, the march ended in Parliament Square with heartfelt speeches and a shared commitment to protecting children's rights. The crowd was diverse—home educating parents, children, SEND advocates, faith leaders, and children's rights campaigners—all standing...

Big Screen in the City returns

Princesshay, in partnership with Exeter Phoenix will host Big Screen in the City, an iconic outdoor cinema event for Exeter. Returning for its 22nd year, the five-day experience will take place in a new location on Princesshay Square.

Exeter Phoenix is known for delivering “One of the best outdoor cinemas” * and this year will be no exception with ten films from Exeter Phoenix’s Studio 74 including blockbuster hits, cult classics, family favourites and musical adventures.

Princesshay’s main square will be transformed to offer an immersive outdoor film experience for...

Free legal advice in Exeter for those in need available in June

Free legal advice from the University of Exeter’s award-winning Community Law Clinic will be available during a special event in the city this June.

The cost-of-living crisis and reforms to legal aid makes it harder for people to find pro-bono help. This is especially true for those in rural and seaside areas.

The clinic already helps people with issues ranging from housing, employment and immigration. Students and lecturers are now hosting a drop-in “Law in the City”event in Exeter city centre.

The support is designed for those facing law challenges who are not...

Exeter based charities and community projects invited to apply for £100,000 funding

Long-distance train operator CrossCountry has announced that its Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF), to support community initiatives across the CrossCountry network, is now open for applications.

The refreshed grant scheme will open at intervals throughout the year – with the summer application period closing on Friday 6 June.

A total of £100,000 has been made available throughout the year for community projects that deliver tangible social and environmental benefits across the UK, including Exeter

Candice Dos Santos Hodgson, Project Manager at...

Boxway packaging group welcomes new senior operations employees

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 05/30/2025 - 2:02pm

BoxWay Packaging Group, the innovative, customer-focused, design-led corrugated cardboard packaging business, is pleased to confirm it has appointed two highly skilled new employees at its Exeter site.

Innovative BoxWay Packaging Group Limited is welcoming Vince McDermott to the position of Operations Director and Gabriel Ciubotariu to the position of Production Manager, both to be based at its Sowton Industrial Estate manufacturing site.

As Operations Director, Vince’s initial focus for an interim six-month basis will be on production, QHSE, logistics and engineering,...

Diabetic cat has been overlooked for over 100 days

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 05/30/2025 - 1:52pm

A sun-loving diabetic cat at a Devon rehoming centre has just passed the unfortunate milestone of receiving no interest from potential adopters for over 100 days.

Unlike her other homeless counterparts at the Cats Protection Devon Cat Centre in Clyst Honiton, who are usually homed within 34 days, 13-year-old Myrtle has been waiting for three times as long, having arrived in care in February.

The clever diabetic puss, who is all-black with a splash of white on her chest, was cared for by a kind neighbour when her owners left her behind and could not be traced. She is on a...

Scrivens Hearing Care expands into Exeter with acquisition of former CHIME facility

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/29/2025 - 9:43am

Scrivens Hearing Care, a leader in community-based audiology services with over 70 years of experience, today announced the acquisition of a new hearing care centre in Exeter city centre. The facility, formerly occupied by CHIME, will serve as a central hub for Scrivens’ NHS and private patients in Devon.

Located on Queen Street, the new centre will strengthen Scrivens’ presence in the South West, with additional satellite clinics supporting communities across Devon and the surrounding areas.

“We are delighted to announce this strategic acquisition as part of our drive...

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