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News published 2023 August


Come together for the Flag of Ukraine

Come together for the Flag of Ukraine

People in Exeter are set to come together on Thursday (23 August) to celebrate The Day of the National Flag for Ukraine.

Published: 23 August 2023


‘Inspirational’ World Record holder Lexi thanks everyone for support

‘Inspirational’ World Record holder Lexi thanks everyone for support

Lexi Chambers – the woman who broke the 12-hour endurance female World Record for a non-sport wheelchair – has thanked all the people who helped her into the record books.

Published: 22 August 2023


Tenants celebrate new community shelter

Tenants celebrate new community shelter

Older people living in a housing complex in Exeter are celebrating after having a new community space built for them.

Published: 22 August 2023


Exeter and Sandy Park chosen as host city for Women’s Rugby World Cup

Exeter and Sandy Park chosen as host city and venue for Women’s Rugby World Cup

Exeter and Sandy Park have been chosen as a host city and venue for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.

Published: 22 August 2023


Lord Mayor backs Lexi’s World Record attempt at Exeter Arena

Lord Mayor backs Lexi’s World Record attempt at Exeter Arena

Exeter’s Lord Mayor Cllr Kevin Mitchell has backed wheelchair athlete Lexi Chambers in her bid to break a new World Record.

Published: 21 August 2023


Treemendous news as Exeter oak makes national shortlist

A much-loved old tree in Exeter has been shortlisted for a national award.

Published: 17 August 2023


Smiles better in Exeter with free family fun

It was smiles all around in Exeter as families enjoyed a fun-packed Summer Activity Day.

Published: 17 August 2023


Last chance to pitch for new artwork to brighten up Exeter city centre

New artwork set to brighten up Exeter city centre

There’s still time to pitch for an art installation that is set to bring an empty shop window in Exeter to life. The deadline for proposals is this Friday (18 August).

Published: 15 August 2023


World Record attempt at Exeter track demonstrates no barriers in sport

World Record attempt at Exeter track demonstrates no barriers in sport

A wheelchair athlete who had her leg amputated below the knee three years ago is getting ready to attempt a new World Record in Exeter next week.

Published: 15 August 2023


New Park in Matford formally opened

New Park in Matford formally opened

A new park has opened on the outskirts of Exeter designed to protect important wildlife sites nearby. The unveiling of a sundial on Saturday marked the official opening of the picturesque 52-acre Ridgetop Park.

Published: 14 August 2023