DevonAir Radio

Over the past few months, East Devon District Council been working hard to deliver modern, accessible and sustainable toilet blocks in key locations across the district.

The creative talents of crocheters and knitters from across Exeter and Devon are set to be showcased in a display to celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 coming to Exeter.

Engagement is continuing on the city council’s proposals for the future reorganisation of local government in Devon – and your views are needed.

Rugby fans can watch every game of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at Exeter’s city centre fan zone, with the action kicking off on Friday 22 August.

After months of building work, the new children’s library in Exeter is now open to the public. The Clore Children's Library features a brand-new sensory area, a floating mezzanine and activities for older children. Designed to be welcoming and accessible to all children and families, and championing interests, passions and their imaginations.

Players from the Italian Women’s Rugby World Cup squad visited Exeter’s Underground Passages on Wednesday, enjoying a guided tour ahead of their opening match at Sandy Park this Saturday.

The Phear park play area is getting an upgrade, and East Devon District Council are inviting the community to share ideas for what should be included.

A prolific shoplifter from Exeter has been jailed after admitting to 53 offences.

Cyclists are invited to Stover Country Park on Saturday 30 August for the launch of new facilities and a range of activities.

A Navy veteran battling incurable cancer is set to take on a marathon charity bowls match in support of the health team providing his care.

A man has been jailed for six years after pleading guilty to burglaries at schools, commercial and residential premises around Teignmouth and Dawlish.

Newton Abbot Town Council is set to recruit another maintenance worker and carry out extra street cleaning as it moves to fill the gaps left by County cuts.

This week Torbay Council were made aware of changes that needed to be made in order to ensure their designated Blue Flag beaches in Torbay meet the Blue Flag Award criteria.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is issuing an urgent plea for volunteers to help people to remain independent in their care home.

A new patient app and monitoring system has been launched in Torbay and South Devon to help people who are having a total hip or knee replacement to prepare for and recover from their surgery.

Police are appealing for the public’s assistance identifying this man following a sexual assault in Torquay.

Trading standards service is warning motorists to be on their guard against a parking fine text scam doing the rounds.

Dartmoor National Park is appealing to people not to have BBQ's or fire pits when visiting the moor.

With warm weather forecast and thousands expected to visit the coast this Bank Holiday weekend, the lifesaving charity is reminding everyone to stay safe by visiting lifeguarded beaches and following advice.

Volunteers living in Devon and Cornwall are being sought to a carry out a crucial role to ensure people detained in custody are being treated fairly and humanely, regardless of why they are there. 

The Leader of Devon County Council, Councillor Julian Brazil, says that the council will continue to call for a ‘fundamental reform’ of the funding system that decides how much funding councils get from central government.

Devon and Cornwall Police have said around 50% more people have been caught not wearing seat belts as those fined for driving while using mobile phone.

New national rules which could significantly improve road safety have been welcomed by the Vision Zero South West road safety partnership.

Last month, Devon County Council explained that they are reviewing the way that funding is allocated to children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans, (EHCPs).