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
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.
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.
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
FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER 2024
Folk music night
Live music, food and drinks at regular Friday night event.
DAILY BOWL
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.
Devon County Council holds second consultation on Heavitree Road, Honiton Road and Pinhoe Road bus lane changes
Statutory consultation on proposed changes including bus lane operation times and removal of parking spaces follows informal consultation earlier this year.
