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Renowned chef Michael Caines MBE DL has launched the 2025 edition of the prestigious South West Chef of the Year competition – a highlight of the region’s culinary calendar and a platform for recognising the best cooking talent from across the South West.

Michael, who is chef/patron at the Michelin-starred Lympstone Manor, co-founded the competition in 2004 with the aim of championing professional excellence, nurturing rising stars, and celebrating the world-class food and drink produced in the region. Now in its 21st year, the competition continues to spotlight the outstanding...

The Exeter Foresters’ Annual Dinner was an unforgettable evening, bringing together members of the storied Friendly Society for a night of celebration, camaraderie, and giving. The guest of honour, national High Chief Ranger Gail Lancaster, captivated attendees with a heartfelt after-dinner speech, during which she introduced her charity of the year, the Alzheimer’s Society.

Guests from across the region, including those traveling from as far as West Cornwall, gathered at the Devon Hotel in Exeter.

The evening kicked off with a stall where guests had the opportunity to...

Westbank Community Health and Care, a successful health and wellbeing charity that’s continuing to grow and extend its services across the whole of Devon, is on the lookout for new Trustees who can offer their experience and a fresh perspective to support the governance and growth of an award-winning organisation.

The charity provides a multitude of community-based health and wellbeing services across the county, delivered by a team of staff and volunteers. Westbank’s Board of Trustees, all volunteers, bring their diverse range of skills to the charity, helping people of all ages...

Integrate Systems Consulting has become the latest company to move into Exeter Science Park , taking advantage of the Park’s tailored offering for micro businesses and startups.

Founded by Geoff Adams, Integrate Systems specialises in comprehensive systems engineering services designed to support both large and small projects across the full systems lifecycle. The team supports clients with everything from user and stakeholder requirements to high-level software and infrastructure specification.

In addition to systems engineering, Integrate offers specialist marine...