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A new eight-storey block of student flats on the site of a former city centre pub will be one of Exeter’s tallest buildings if it gets the go-ahead.

It has been another busy afternoon (29 August 2025) for the volunteer crew of Exmouth RNLI with two shouts coming just a couple of hours apart.

The Lord Mayor of Exeter Cllr Anne Jobson formally welcomed the New Zealand Black Ferns to Exeter with a civic reception at the city's historic Guildhall.

Wales & West Utilities is progressing with its work to upgrade gas pipes in the Manstone Lane area of Sidmouth.

Colourful displays of yarn art celebrating the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 coming to Exeter have been unveiled in the city.

Deposits of unmined minerals could complicate a major proposed Exmouth housing site.

Devon & Cornwall Police are appealing for anyone who lives or owns a business with CCTV in or around Honiton Golf Club following a break-in in the early hours of Wednesday 27th August 2025.

Three potential housing sites in Honiton look set to be scrapped from a major future homes plan.

Officers are appealing for information over the theft of a memorial cross from a church graveyard in Broadhempston.

The accuracy of statistics and the way they are factually presented has been called into question by the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly following the recent publication of two policing data stories.

Youngsters aged 11 - 17 who live in or are educated in Teignmouth have until September 5 to stand for the town’s new Youth Council.

Teignmouth Police are aware of a national news article claiming Teignmouth Beach has the highest crime rate in the UK. They believe the article to be misleading and an inaccurate representation.

Torbay Council have made £130,000 available to launch a new Enterprise Fund to support business growth in local start-ups and town centre businesses.

The proposed redevelopment of The Strand in Torquay as an upscale boutique hotel, is gathering pace, with strong interest from leading hotel brands and operators, signalling a promising new phase for the town’s most prominent waterfront site.

Police in Paignton have put out a warning to ‘urban explorers’ to keep clear of historic Oldway Mansion.

Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following a fatal road traffic collision on Torwood Street, Torquay, on Sunday 31st August.

The idea to bring a dental van to Devon to help tackle the county’s significant dental crisis has been parked.

Winter Fuel Payment fraud, or Winter Fuel Payment scams, are a type of "Phishing" scam where criminals attempt to trick individuals, particularly older and vulnerable people, into giving up their personal and financial information.

The Devon, Plymouth & Torbay (DPT) Careers Hub has launched its new employer brochure, inviting businesses across the region to play a key role in preparing young people for the world of work.

A Devon golf club is ready to stake its future on a massive makeover – losing six of its holes but gaining padel and pickleball courts, a revamped clubhouse and holiday accommodation.

Grant cash that was unspent by former Devon councillors is being redirected into two larger funding pots.

On Sunday 7th September at 3 pm, the Government will be testing the Emergency Alarm system on mobile phones.

Bake a difference this September for local end-of-life care.

Devon County Council elected members will discuss a new strategic plan at their Full Council meeting on 4 September and also consider whether to debate a range of issues.