Leigh Curtis

Leigh Curtis is deputy editor of Exeter Observer and a director of its publisher Exeter Observer Limited.

She writes many of our community and culture stories and also contributes to news, features and investigations.

Leigh holds a degree in Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London, and leads on design and marketing as well as Exeter Observer’s financial and administrative management.

She is also an accredited UK press card holder and a member of the National Union of Journalists.

Stories by Leigh Curtis

His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary Fire and Rescue Services logo

Inspectorate closes one of three “causes of concern” raised for enhanced Devon & Cornwall Police performance monitoring

His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary Fire and Rescue Services says Devon & Cornwall Police has improved its 101 call response but crime recording and investigations standards both still require improvement.

Vulcan Estate boxpark illustrative view

Water Lane micro-brewery “boxpark” bar and rental units proposed

Application to install fifteen shipping containers in car park beside Vulcan Estate warehouse submitted to Exeter City Council for approval.

High Court rally

Dartmoor landowner seeks Supreme Court ruling to prevent wild camping

Alexander and Diana Darwell, owners of 4,000 acre Blachford Estate, aim to overturn appeal court ruling restoring access rights championed by Dartmoor National Park Authority and campaign group Open Spaces Society.

Kacper Nowak

SATURDAY 19 OCTOBER 2024

Isca Ensemble 2024 celebration concert

An evening of classical music celebrating the life of Joanna Leach with soloist Kacper Nowak in aid of local charity Hospicare.

EXETER CATHEDRAL

Folk instrument

FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER 2024

Folk music night

Live music, food and drinks at regular Friday night event.

DAILY BOWL

St Bridget Nurseries highways proposals plan

Developer appeals St Bridget Nurseries non-determination following High Court rejection of previous planning approval

Second Waddeton Park application for controversial site remains undecided after city and county councils both criticised by judge for failing to discharge duties.

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