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NEWS // Exeter City Council adds 813 more student and “co-living” beds to city “housing” supply with Heavitree Road approval

Complex of 7 blocks up to 6 storeys on police station site to bring purpose-built accommodation tally to 3,250 beds in Newtown.

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Exeter City Council adds 813 more student and “co-living” beds to city “housing” supply with Heavitree Road approval - Exeter Observer
Complex of seven blocks up to six storeys tall on site of police station and magistrates court to bring purpose-built temporary accommodation tally to 3,250 beds in Newtown alone – while failing to me...
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December 20, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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FEATURES // Devon County Council funding cuts set to reduce core library opening hours by 30%

Public consultation on changes explores possibility of closing some branches altogether despite claims to the contrary.

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Devon County Council funding cuts set to reduce core library opening hours by 30% - Exeter Observer
Public consultation on changes explores possibility of closing some branches altogether despite claims to the contrary while Libraries Unlimited contract extension decision scheduled for six weeks bef...
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December 22, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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NEWS // Exeter College and Petroc merger to go ahead in January

Further and higher education colleges with Barnstaple, Tiverton and several Exeter sites will become Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group.

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Exeter College and Petroc merger to go ahead in January - Exeter Observer
Further and higher education colleges with Barnstaple, Tiverton and several Exeter sites will become Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group after year-long process including public consultation showing...
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December 17, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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NEWS // Exeter City Council adds 813 more student and “co-living” beds to city “housing” supply with Heavitree Road approval

Complex of 7 blocks up to 6 storeys on police station site to bring purpose-built accommodation tally to 3,250 beds in Newtown.

exeterobserver.org/2025/12/19/e...
Exeter City Council adds 813 more student and “co-living” beds to city “housing” supply with Heavitree Road approval - Exeter Observer
Complex of seven blocks up to six storeys tall on site of police station and magistrates court to bring purpose-built temporary accommodation tally to 3,250 beds in Newtown alone – while failing to me...
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December 20, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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ON OUR RADAR // Ernie and the Sea of Ice 🌊❄️🐧

Quirk Theatre presents a festive family-friendly adventure set in the snowy South Pole.

🗓️ Sun 14 to Sun 28 December
📍 Exeter Phoenix

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Ernie and the Sea of Ice - Exeter Observer
Quirk Theatre presents a festive family-friendly adventure set in the snowy South Pole.
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December 3, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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ON OUR RADAR // Festive Quayside Farmers’ Market 🥮🎄🥕

Monthly market returns to offer local produce, hand-made goods, plants, cakes and more for Christmas feasting.

🗓️ Sat 20 December
🕘 9am-1pm
📍 Piazza Terracina

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Festive Quayside Farmers’ Market - Exeter Observer
Monthly market returns to offer local produce, hand-made goods, plants, cakes and more for Christmas feasting.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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NEWS // Devon and Exeter pre-Christmas hospital strike goes ahead after “too little, too late” from health secretary Wes Streeting

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Devon and Exeter pre-Christmas hospital strike goes ahead after “too little, too late” from health secretary Wes Streeting - Exeter Observer
Fourteenth round of industrial action follows vote to reject speciality training places offer which British Medical Association says would not increase number of working doctors.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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NEWS // Exeter College and Petroc merger to go ahead in January

Further and higher education colleges with Barnstaple, Tiverton and several Exeter sites will become Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group.

exeterobserver.org/2025/12/17/e...
Exeter College and Petroc merger to go ahead in January - Exeter Observer
Further and higher education colleges with Barnstaple, Tiverton and several Exeter sites will become Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group after year-long process including public consultation showing...
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December 17, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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NEWS // St Petrock’s launches fundraising appeal as number of people sleeping rough in Exeter continues to rise

Campaign film underscores dedicated homelessness charity mission as demand for its support services grows.

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St Petrock’s launches fundraising appeal as number of people sleeping rough in Exeter continues to rise - Exeter Observer
Campaign film underscores dedicated homelessness charity mission as demand for its support services grows.
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December 10, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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NEWS // Devon and Exeter pre-Christmas hospital strike goes ahead after “too little, too late” from health secretary Wes Streeting

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Devon and Exeter pre-Christmas hospital strike goes ahead after “too little, too late” from health secretary Wes Streeting - Exeter Observer
Fourteenth round of industrial action follows vote to reject speciality training places offer which British Medical Association says would not increase number of working doctors.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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ON OUR RADAR // Festive Quayside Farmers’ Market 🥮🎄🥕

Monthly market returns to offer local produce, hand-made goods, plants, cakes and more for Christmas feasting.

🗓️ Sat 20 December
🕘 9am-1pm
📍 Piazza Terracina

exeterobserver.org/2025/12/04/f...
Festive Quayside Farmers’ Market - Exeter Observer
Monthly market returns to offer local produce, hand-made goods, plants, cakes and more for Christmas feasting.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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NEWS // Exeter City Council approves 54 more dwellings in Topsham gap on former golf driving range

Greenfield development follows council approval of plans enabling driving range relocation to privately-owned land in Ludwell Valley Park.

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Exeter City Council approves 54 more dwellings in Topsham gap on former golf driving range - Exeter Observer
Greenfield development follows council approval of plans enabling driving range relocation to privately-owned land in Ludwell Valley Park.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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NEWS // St Petrock’s launches fundraising appeal as number of people sleeping rough in Exeter continues to rise

Campaign film underscores dedicated homelessness charity mission as demand for its support services grows.

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St Petrock’s launches fundraising appeal as number of people sleeping rough in Exeter continues to rise - Exeter Observer
Campaign film underscores dedicated homelessness charity mission as demand for its support services grows.
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December 10, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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SPECIAL REPORTS // Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks?

🚨 Full story now available to read in full ⬇️

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Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks? - Exeter Observer
Charges for waterways access are set to be imposed from the quay and canal basin to the coast under proposed Harbour Revision Order powers after six years of rising costs propelled by pursuit of Port ...
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December 4, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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NEWS // Exeter City Council approves 54 more dwellings in Topsham gap on former golf driving range

Greenfield development follows council approval of plans enabling driving range relocation to privately-owned land in Ludwell Valley Park.

exeterobserver.org/2025/12/08/e...
Exeter City Council approves 54 more dwellings in Topsham gap on former golf driving range - Exeter Observer
Greenfield development follows council approval of plans enabling driving range relocation to privately-owned land in Ludwell Valley Park.
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December 9, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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ON OUR RADAR // The Wintertime Hotel 🌲🏨 🐿️

An immersive family-friendly production by Theatre Alibi and Angel Exit Theatre.

🗓️ Sat 13 December to Sun 4 January
📍 Emmanuel Hall, St Thomas

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/25/t...
The Wintertime Hotel - Exeter Observer
An immersive family-friendly production by Theatre Alibi and Angel Exit Theatre.
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December 2, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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ICYMI // Princesshay seeks permission for outdoor market stalls for four months each year

Planning application follows shopping centre acquisition by Frasers Group which said it intended to enhance the shopping and leisure offer in Exeter city centre.

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Princesshay seeks permission for outdoor market stalls for four months each year - Exeter Observer
Planning application follows shopping centre acquisition by Frasers Group which said it intended to enhance the shopping and leisure offer in Exeter city centre.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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ON OUR RADAR // Magdalen Road Christmas Fair 🎁🎄❄️

Community-run market returns for thirteenth year with festive food, music and gifts.

🗓️ Sat 6 December
🕑 2-6pm

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Magdalen Road Christmas Fair - Exeter Observer
Community-run market returns for thirteenth year with festive food, music and gifts.
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November 28, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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SPECIAL REPORTS // Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks?

🚨 Full story now available to read in full ⬇️

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/30/e...
Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks? - Exeter Observer
Charges for waterways access are set to be imposed from the quay and canal basin to the coast under proposed Harbour Revision Order powers after six years of rising costs propelled by pursuit of Port ...
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December 4, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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NEWS // Princesshay seeks permission for outdoor market stalls for four months each year

Planning application follows shopping centre acquisition by Frasers Group which said it intended to enhance the shopping and leisure offer in Exeter city centre.

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/28/p...
Princesshay seeks permission for outdoor market stalls for four months each year - Exeter Observer
Planning application follows shopping centre acquisition by Frasers Group which said it intended to enhance the shopping and leisure offer in Exeter city centre.
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December 1, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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ON OUR RADAR // Ernie and the Sea of Ice 🌊❄️🐧

Quirk Theatre presents a festive family-friendly adventure set in the snowy South Pole.

🗓️ Sun 14 to Sun 28 December
📍 Exeter Phoenix

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/25/e...
Ernie and the Sea of Ice - Exeter Observer
Quirk Theatre presents a festive family-friendly adventure set in the snowy South Pole.
exeterobserver.org
December 3, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Reposted by Exeter Observer
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SPECIAL REPORTS // Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks?

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/30/h...
Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks? - Exeter Observer
Charges for waterways access are set to be imposed from the quay and canal basin to the coast under proposed Harbour Revision Order powers after six years of rising costs propelled by pursuit of Port ...
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December 1, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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ICYMI // St Petrock’s launches fundraising appeal as number of people sleeping rough in Exeter continues to rise

Campaign film underscores dedicated homelessness charity mission as demand for its support services grows.

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/17/s...
St Petrock’s launches fundraising appeal as number of people sleeping rough in Exeter continues to rise - Exeter Observer
Campaign film underscores dedicated homelessness charity mission as demand for its support services grows.
exeterobserver.org
November 26, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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ON OUR RADAR // The Wintertime Hotel 🌲🏨 🐿️

An immersive family-friendly production by Theatre Alibi and Angel Exit Theatre.

🗓️ Sat 13 December to Sun 4 January
📍 Emmanuel Hall, St Thomas

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/25/t...
The Wintertime Hotel - Exeter Observer
An immersive family-friendly production by Theatre Alibi and Angel Exit Theatre.
exeterobserver.org
December 2, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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SPECIAL REPORTS // Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks?

exeterobserver.org/2025/11/30/h...
Exeter City Council is about to seize the helm of Exe estuary maritime life: will it steer it onto the rocks? - Exeter Observer
Charges for waterways access are set to be imposed from the quay and canal basin to the coast under proposed Harbour Revision Order powers after six years of rising costs propelled by pursuit of Port ...
exeterobserver.org
December 1, 2025 at 3:14 PM