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This Week in Exeter

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Sex education items removed from Exeter Library event after controversy

Exeter LGBTQ+ festival changes youth event setup following previous complaints

Devon Live·1d ago
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Blow to Exeter passengers as airline axes flights to UK city

The carrier says it will focus on other routes

Devon Live·1d ago
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Ryanair announces new flights from Exeter Airport to popular Portugal city

Holidaymakers will have a new direct route to northern Portugal after Ryanair announced plans to launch twice-weekly flights to Porto.

Exmouth Journal·1d ago
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Teen e-bike menace locked up for 'being an idiot' on Exeter road

Lewis Flanagan was filmed doing an act of 'foolish bravado'

Devon Live·1d ago
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Exeter LGBTQ+ festival changes youth event after last year’s controversy

Organisers behind an Exeter LGBTQ+ festival have altered the set-up for one of the events that previously courted some controversy.

Exmouth Journal·2d ago
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Exeter student's art goes from sketchbook to city centre windows in big display

A student’s window of opportunity has taken their artwork from a sketchbook tucked inside a bag to a building display seen by thousands.

Exmouth Journal·2d ago
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Exeter expansion takes shape as new homes rise and school faces a rebuild

New homes are changing the skyline, solar panels are appearing across rooftops and a growing community is taking shape.

Exmouth Journal·2d ago
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Exeter Gaza vigil campaigners accuse councillor of intimidating protesters

Exeter Palestine Solidarity Campaign has accused Cllr Ed Hill of intimidating people attending a silent Gaza peace vigil in Bedford Square.

Exmouth Journal·2d ago
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Forgotten Exeter businesswoman Eleanor Coade brought to life in debut novel

Eleanor Coade, born in Exeter in 1733, was a pioneering businesswoman and sculptor.

Exmouth Journal·2d ago
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Exeter academy celebrates Ofsted praise despite concerns over pupil absence

An Exeter secondary school has been praised for pupils’ achievement, teaching and supportive relationships, although Ofsted says attendance and high levels of suspension still need attention.

Exmouth Journal·2d ago
What's On

Phantoms of the Popera

The ultimate celebration of musical theatre.

Skiddle·2d ago
What's On

PeelingFlesh

Slamming brutal death metal quartet PeelingFlesh go full throttle into business this Spring when they stop off in Exeter

Skiddle·2d ago
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Exeter MP demands Greens reject controversial motion on Zionism and racism

Two senior Labour politicians have called on local Greens to distance themselves from a controversial party conference motion declaring Zionism a form of racism.

Exmouth Journal·2d ago
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One woman crimewave with 117 previous offences locked up for latest Exeter spree

Prolific offender highlights Exeter's shoplifting epidemic

Devon Live·2d ago
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Exeter spent £1million on shake-up that may never happen

'We are still committed to it if it is possible'

Devon Live·3d ago
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Exeter pub to drop pint prices for one day in campaign to cut beer tax bills

A pub is making a pint-sized protest over beer tax by cutting prices for a day to highlight a campaign for lower duty.

Exmouth Journal·3d ago
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Exeter farmers’ market could move from ‘very, very windy’ city centre spot

Exeter’s much-loved farmers’ market could be on the move from its current ‘windy’ home to a new location in the city centre.

Exmouth Journal·3d ago
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Exeter could host controversial pepper spray trial under councillor’s plan

An unexpected request to propose Exeter host a pepper spray trial looks set to be discussed by Devon’s largest council.

Exmouth Journal·3d ago
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Exeter bar seeks 2am music licence despite late-night noise fears

A bar which calls itself "Exeter’s top events space" wants to stay open longer.

Exmouth Journal·3d ago
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'You need to get used to this': Outrage as 16-year-old catering student targeted by guest at Exeter restaurant

The man was accused of saying: "You’re in this industry now, you need to get used to this."

Devon Live·3d ago
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Exmouth's La Mar and Lucky Fish win top Devon food awards

The 15th annual Food Drink Devon Awards were held at Sandy Park in Exeter on October 5, with 420 guests in attendance to celebrate the region’s top talent.

Exmouth Journal·3d ago
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Controversial call to legalise pepper spray in Exeter to take knives off street

Councillor Ed Hill says pepper spray’s classification under firearms legislation encourages some to carry blades, but that a change could reduce knife crime.

Devon Live·3d ago
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A38 traffic live as broken-down lorry causes 70-minute delays near Exeter

Drivers are facing severe delays on the A38 eastbound near Kennford after a lorry broke down, closing two lanes. Lanes three and four of four are currently closed, with congestion stretching back beyo

Exmouth Journal·4d ago
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Sandy Park cuts general waste by 12.5 per cent as partnership is renewed

The results were achieved during the 2025/26 season at Sandy Park, home of the Exeter Chiefs, through a collaboration with Devon Contract Waste (DCW).

Exmouth Journal·4d ago
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OPINION: How can Devon play a bigger role in keeping Britain safe

Last week, I brought together leaders from business, academia and the defence technology sectors at Exeter Science Park to ask: how can Devon play a bigger role in keeping Britain safe, while creating

Exmouth Journal·4d ago
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Bid to cut Exeter garden waste charges for poorest households rejected

A move to cut the cost of garden recycling for some of Exeter’s poorest households has been kicked into the long grass.

Exmouth Journal·4d ago
Council

Exeter council racks up nearly £1m bill for shake-up that may never happen

Exeter council racks up nearly £1m bill for shake-up that may never happen  Exmouth Journal

Exmouth Journal·4d ago
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Fire breaks out at bus depot near Exeter

It involved gear that is used to charge electric buses

Devon Live·4d ago
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22-year-old died after being struck by train in Exeter

Our thoughts with those affected by Sebastian's death

Devon Live·4d ago
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Exeter students challenged to dream up tomorrow’s world for chance to visit MIT

Nearly 400 Exeter College students were encouraged to enter the National Innovation Challenge, with winning teams heading to MIT in autumn 2027.

Exmouth Journal·5d ago
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'Get on with it' plea over Exeter's traffic ban street

'The time for discussion and further uncertainty is now over'

Devon Live·5d ago
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Exeter MP vows to help revive boarded-up buildings with new government cash

Exeter’s MP has pledged to work alongside the city council to spend the city’s share of a government handout aimed at bringing boarded-up high streets back to life.

Exmouth Journal·5d ago
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‘Get on with it’ call as Dryden Road reopening moves a step closer

Campaigners calling for Exeter road to be re-opened to traffic six years after it closed have urged councillors to “get on with it”.

Exmouth Journal·5d ago
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Dramatic footage shows M5 campervan fire near Exeter

The vehicle was destroyed

Devon Live·5d ago
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Banned driver spared jail after police chase through Exeter city centre

He was spared prison due to good progress and given a three-year community order with unpaid work

Devon Live·5d ago
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Police hunt for wanted burglary suspect with links to Exeter and Somerset

Police have urged people not to approach a wanted man with links to Exeter who is being sought in connection with a residential burglary investigation.

Exmouth Journal·6d ago
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Emergency vehicles to descend on Exeter Airport for major training exercise

A large emergency services presence is expected at an airport this afternoon as agencies put their response to a potential major incident to the test.

Exmouth Journal·6d ago
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Plan to bring derelict Exeter city centre buildings back to life

A fund of £125million is being spread across the country

Devon Live·6d ago
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Camper van destroyed after engine fire shuts both sides of M5 near Exeter

A large camper van was destroyed by an accidental engine fire on the M5 near Pinhoe, forcing both carriageways to close as crews tackled the blaze

Exmouth Journal·6d ago
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Emergency services to swarm Exeter Airport - but it's nothing to worry about

It will happen this afternoon

Devon Live·6d ago
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Exeter pupils reach for Mars with fifth straight innovation competition win

Exwick Heights Primary School has won the Ted Wragg Trust Innovation Competition for a fifth consecutive year with a sustainable Mars habitat.

Exmouth Journal·6d ago
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M5 closure LIVE: Large campervan bursts into flames near Exeter

The motorway will need resurfacing

Devon Live·6d ago
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Exeter tech firms in the running for awards as regional shortlist revealed

Eight Exeter organisations and Intelligent AI’s Sarah Brooks are shortlisted for the Tech South West Awards 2026, with winners announced in November.

Exmouth Journal·6d ago
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Exeter sales adviser buys her dream home from the company she sells for

A Cavanna Homes sales adviser who has spent more than two years selling homes at an Exeter development has now reserved one there herself.

Exmouth Journal·6d ago
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Record 31 Exeter College students secure places on competitive medical courses

A record 31 Exeter College learners have secured university places in medicine, dentistry and veterinary science, including 25 studying medicine.

Exmouth Journal·6d ago
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The £25 Nordic spa just an hour from Exeter perfect for autumn escape

Elements Contrast in Middlezoy includes infrared saunas, cold plunge pools and more

Devon Live·6d ago
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East Devon Oktoberfest celebrations coming to Exmouth and Sidmouth this weekend

East Devon Oktoberfest events come to Exmouth and Sidmouth on October 3, with German beer, food and live music, followed by Exeter Castle’s October 17 bash.

Exmouth Journal·3 Oct
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Exeter roadworks: Honiton Road and 9 other routes as motorists face road closures

Devon County Council confirms temporary road closures and parking bans across Exeter, including Honiton Road, Rosebery Road, Buller Road and more

Devon Live·3 Oct
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Popular Exeter paintball and activity centre closed amid legal dispute

£50k legal battle erupts with Natural England

Devon Live·2 Oct
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Doctor denies missing 'warning signs' about Exeter triple killer

Mental health staff 'shocked' by release of killer before Exeter murders

Devon Live·2 Oct