Mary Stenson

Reporter

Based inExeter

Mary joined DevonLive in June 2022 after graduating from the University of Exeter with a degree in French and German. It was there that she found her love for journalism, writing news, opinion and lifestyle pieces for the university's online and print publication, Exeposé. Hailing from various parts of the West Midlands and South West, Mary is now based in central Exeter. She covers a range of topics in Exeter and the surrounding areas, with a keen interest in women's safety, the ever-changing city centre and people-focused stories.

Police called to Exeter Traveller camp

Height restriction barriers were installed at Cowick Barton Playing Fields to prevent Traveller access in 2022

Mum and daughter can't wait to open new café in Devon

Mother and daughter duo Jo and Gemma Allen say they're "very excited" about the new venture

I'm an 'outsider' in Devon and it's been anything but a disaster

One couple left South Molton, saying they'd been made to feel like outsiders but it's not all bad

Devon funeral notices: Emotional tribute to beloved Exeter mum who died age 41

Funeral Notices

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Exeter LTN opponents 'living in hope' after Newcastle scheme scrapped

The scheme in Newcastle reportedly resulted in large numbers of vehicles rerouting onto other residential roads

Devon village road so bad it's causing havoc for school bus

Devon County Council

It's not the first time the road into Templeton has caused problems

Exeter hotel for sale less than two years after opening

Hotel Indigo in Exeter is being marketed as a £24m "branded hotel opportunity"

Exeter council employee among highest paid in the UK

Exeter City Council's former Chief Executive was received the highest remuneration of all council staff in the South West

Two new retailers to move into Exeter retail park

The former Argos store could undergo a huge refurbishment

Exeter shopping centre still awaiting demolition after nearly five years

Developers have until January 2025 to start work on the 378-bed co-living development at Harlequins Shopping Centre

Exmouth seafront building evacuated after partial collapse

The station manager at Exmouth National Coastwatch Institution says the building will probably be condemned

Exeter restaurant which never opened has gone up for sale

La Riva on Exeter Quay was first announced six months ago

Devon beekeepers warn of 'worrying' rise in Asian hornet sightings

Members of the public have been urged to keep an eye out and report any sightings of the species

Exeter co-living plan reduced after backlash

There were concerns that the Victoria Street development was "out of character" and "overbearing" in comparison to neighbouring properties

Carer warns of 'confusing' parking small print after £120 fine

She says she had parked at Darwin Court in Exeter before but this was the first time she was handed a fine

Extinction Rebellion fury over Exeter College plan

Plans for a new sports pitch and pavilion at Flowerpot Playing Fields in Exeter were approved in February 2023

Devon funeral notices: Torquay man, 43, dies after 'truly amazing life'

Funeral Notices

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

Torquay thief steals biscuits in charity shop burglary

A safe and cash were also taken from the Barnardo's store on Roundhill Road, Torquay

Exeter Labour councillor quits ahead of local elections

Exeter City Council

Emma Morse has been an Exeter councillor for nearly a decade, following in the footsteps of many of her family members

Devon pub landlady and manager leave after 'losing love from locals'

Ann Spence and Joe Bolton say they "only ever had the right intentions" at the Thirsty Farmer in Whimple

Devon holiday park to unveil £3.4million leisure centre

Memberships will be available to members of the public, as well as Devon Hills residents and guests

BBC Great Coastal Railway Journeys to explore hidden Exeter

Michael Portillo stopped in Exeter as he explores the UK via the country's railways

Rockfish plans to take over Budleigh Salterton café

The seafood chain is continuing to expand along the Devon coast

Devon Truck Show has new location after traffic chaos

Organisers say the new location is four times bigger and more suitable for a variety of weather conditions

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