Alan Quick

Newspaper Editor and Editorial Manager at Crediton Courier

Newspaper editor, photojournalist, ex-DJ, FvH, Exeter Pride co-founder, Dartmoor Folk Festival, Westcountry Wasps RFC, ECFC, Devon FA, Inclusive Exeter, He/Him

Articles

Yellow heat health warning - how to stay cool

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

Hot weather is forecast in the South West (UK Health Security Agency)AT this time of year most of us look forward to sunny weather and the chance to enjoy Devon and spend time outdoors, but it’s important to remember that even though any of us can struggle if we get too hot, for some people the heat can lead to them becoming serious unwell.
Motorcyclist, 20, died following collision with pickup in North Devon

1 week ago | tavistock-today.co.uk | Alan Quick

Devon and Cornwall Police have issued an appeal for information following a fatal collision. (Devon and Cornwall Police)DEVON and Cornwall Police are appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision at Youldonmoor Cross near Chilsworthy, North Devon. It was reported at 5.30pm on Monday, June 16, that a collision had occurred at Youldonmoor Cross involving a white Ford ranger pickup and a red Suzuki motorcycle.
Your Kirton Raiser diary of events in the Crediton area

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

(Nora Parminter, Crediton Courier)Events coming up soon in and around Crediton 10am – “Jam Babies”, free creative play and music sessions for preschool children with their carers, at the Bookery in partnership with the Turning Tides Project. Also in the news2pm to 3pm – Crediton Courier drop-in, Crediton Library. 5pm – Family fun fair, Lord’s Meadow, Crediton, free entry. Open weeknights from 5pm and Saturday and Sunday from 1pm. Last day Sunday, June 22.
Motorcyclist, 20, died following collision with pickup in North Devon

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

Devon and Cornwall Police have issued an appeal for information following a fatal collision. (Devon and Cornwall Police)DEVON and Cornwall Police are appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision at Youldonmoor Cross near Chilsworthy, North Devon. It was reported at 5.30pm on Monday, June 16, that a collision had occurred at Youldonmoor Cross involving a white Ford ranger pickup and a red Suzuki motorcycle.
Don’t miss tonight’s Annual Town Meeting

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

Cllr Steve Huxtable, the Mayor of Crediton. AQ 2245 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)CREDITON Town Council will tonight, Tuesday, June 17, hold its Annual Town Meeting outdoors in The Town Square, Crediton - and everyone is invited to attend. Also in the newsThe formal meeting begins at 6.30pm but there will be people there from 6pm to talk to, including councillors.
Kind community raising funds to help Joshua fight stage 4 Neuroblastoma

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

The community is helping to raise funds to support Joshua in his fight against stage 4 Neuroblastoma. (James McHugh)THE kindness of people from across the Crediton area and further afield is currently raising funds to help a local youngster who is fighting stage 4 Neuroblastoma. James McHugh told us he is uncle to a wonderful little boy called Joshua. Also in the newsJoshua in hospital.
Witness appeal: Tractors worth thousands stolen from Crediton Football Club

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

The tractors were stolen from the grandstand building at Crediton Football Club. AQ 4362 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)TWO tractors were stolen overnight last night, Monday, June 16 or early hours of Tuesday, June 17, from Crediton United Football Club. Club Chairman, Mary Avery, said she was “upset” and “angry” at the theft and appealed for anyone who saw or heard anything to get in touch with the police or the club. Scratch marks where a tractor was pulled through a gateway at Crediton United FC.
Witness appeal after Exeter stabbing

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

DETECTIVES are currently investigating reports of a stabbing which happened in the Newcourt area of Exeter, in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday, June 17. Police were notified just after midnight to reports that a man had been stabbed in the leg on Blakeslee Drive. The victim was taken to hospital. His injuries are serious but not believed to be life-threatening. The two suspects made off from the scene and are currently outstanding.
Down St Mary triumphs again in Devon bellringing competition

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

The winning Down St Mary team with the Ross Shield and Top Ringing trophy after winning the Devon Association Major Bellringing Final. (Victoria Tucker)ON Saturday, June 14, the Bellringing Team from Down St Mary were victorious, winning for the second consecutive year the Devon Association Major Bellringing Final for Call Change ringing. The win saw them retain the impressive Ross Shield. Also, they were especially pleased to have achieved it in the Centenary Year of the Association.
Sandford community celebrates Green's 25th anniversary with music and more

1 week ago | creditoncourier.co.uk | Alan Quick

Tree planting took place at Sandford Millennium Green in March 1999. DSC00865 (Crediton Courier)THE Sandford community will be making a big noise to celebrate 25 years since the Millennium Green and Path on Saturday, June 21 after it was established by a group of far-sighted pioneer volunteers.