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
SUNDAY 16 APRIL 2023
Ukrainian Easter
A Ukrainian Orthodox Easter celebration with art and craft activities, Pysanky egg decoration and traditional song.
MAKETANK
FRIDAY 31 MARCH 2023
Act Together community talk
A discussion led by University of Exeter climate scientist James Dyke on tackling the climate crisis.
EXETER COMMUNITY CENTRE
TUESDAY 21 MARCH 2023
Earthquake appeal concert
Kurdish Community Devon hosts an evening of music as an act of resilience to raise money for earthquake victims.
EXETER PHOENIX
FRIDAY 31 MARCH 2023
Library Late
An evening of live music, creative workshops and a tour of Exeter Library’s hidden corners.
EXETER LIBRARY
SATURDAY 11 MARCH 2023
International Women’s Festival
A free one day festival celebrating women with live music, dance, poetry, talks, art, food and more.
EXETER PHOENIX
SATURDAY 11 MARCH 2023
Culture for Climate open mic night
Extinction Rebellion Exeter hosts an evening of climate-themed poetry, music and readings.