An Exeter church is breaking new ground in the drive toward net zero, becoming the first in the UK to install an innovative low-carbon heating system that reuses its existing floor to slash emissions. St Boniface Church in Whipton, a busy community hub that hosts toddler groups, coffee mornings, and local events, is trialling the…
The University of Exeter has played a key role in a new national report urging greater collaboration between government, businesses and communities to prepare the UK economy for future social, environmental and geopolitical challenges. The report, Creating a Future Ready Economy, was published by Business in the Community (BITC) in partnership with Royal London, with…
Exeter and the South West is bracing for heavy rain and strong winds as the Met Office issues a yellow weather warning ahead of Storm Benjamin’s arrival. The storm is expected to hit the region tonight, bringing potentially disruptive conditions to roads, transport, and communities across Devon and beyond. The deep low-pressure system, named by…
Exeter and Devon Crematorium has donated £5,000 to Hospice UK to support vital end-of-life care services. The contribution is part of a broader initiative by crematoria across the UK to back the charity’s work in providing personalised support for patients and families during life’s most challenging moments. Hospice UK is the national charity dedicated to…
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind covering the whole of Devon from 3pm today (Friday 3rd October) until 11.59pm on Saturday 4 October, as Storm Amy sweeps across the UK. While the South West is not expected to bear the brunt of the storm, forecasters say Devon will still face…
A major rescue operation that uncovered more than 450 animals living in “harrowing” conditions has seen the owner of a Nottinghamshire farm jailed for 12 months and banned from keeping animals for life. The sentencing, which took place at Mansfield Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 18 September, follows a huge joint operation in November 2023 led…
Exeter looks set to enjoy a spell of mild and settled weather this week, with the Met Office forecasting sunnier skies and warmer afternoons than many might expect for late September. Daytime highs are expected to reach around 17°C in the city, with clear or lightly clouded skies allowing for brighter afternoons. Nights will feel chilly,…
Councillor Ed Hill (Image courtesy: Ed Hill) Ed Hill permanently expelled Reform UK has permanently expelled Ed Hill from the party over two issues, including actions linked to his reporting of a colleague over allegations around electoral expenses. Cllr Hill, who had been the election agent for Neil Stevens for part of the local election…
Exeter Airport has been named the best airport in the UK for customer experience, according to the latest survey by consumer group Which?. The airport secured an overall customer score of 80 per cent, placing it ahead of every other airport in the country, including Liverpool and London City, and earning the coveted status of…
The Red Arrows will be wowing crowds with a daredevil display Annette Belcher Digital Publishing Editor 12:21, 21 Aug 2025Updated 16:12, 22 Aug 2025 The map of the weekend’s Red Arrows route includes Sidmouth Air Show(Image: Google) Sidmouth Regatta and Airshow has returned with the Red Arrows ready to wow the crowds with another jaw-dropping…