Leigh Curtis is deputy editor of Exeter Observer and a director of its publisher Exeter Observer Limited.
She writes most of our community and culture stories as well as news reports and contributes to features and investigations.
Leigh holds a degree in Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London. She leads on marketing and also manages our finances and administration.
She is an accredited UK press card holder and a member of the National Union of Journalists.
Stories by Leigh Curtis
£475,000 King George V playing field funding decision disappears from council meeting agenda
An Exeter City Council executive committee decision “relating to financial ask of c.£475,000” for an Exeter City Community Trust scheme at King George V playing field, which was expected at its 17 March meeting, has not appeared on the meeting agenda.
Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service not making sufficient progress
An inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services has found that Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service has not made sufficient progress in addressing concerns it raised after inspecting the service at the end of 2024.
Devon County Council defers Matford huts redevelopment sale
Devon County Council has deferred a decision to sell a 1.5 acre plot in the grounds of County Hall following a campaign by local residents and councillors.
MONDAY 20 APRIL 2026
Seedlings
A one-off workshop focussed on the work of Akwesasne seed keeper Rowen White.
LOVE FOOD HUB
South West Water admits Brixham drinking water contamination offences
South West Water has admitted criminal offences relating to the contamination of drinking water in Brixham in 2024.
Exeter Prison still faces “deep-rooted and longstanding challenges”
An inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Prisons has found that Exeter Prison still faces “deep-rooted and longstanding challenges” despite the efforts of staff, which it said are “beginning to make a real difference”.
