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Network Rail and Great Western Railway (GWR) have confirmed that full-length access to Platform 2 at Paignton station has been restored, enabling the return of nine-carriage trains four days earlier than previously expected.

People across Exeter and the wider area are being invited to help shape the delivery of neighbourhood health across Devon.

Devon’s farmers are being ‘pushed to the limit’ by a combination of drought and disease.

Heritage Open Days returns to Exeter next month with a chance to step inside some of the city’s most fascinating buildings…and it’s all for free!

A Devon council has pledged to use its powers to stamp out anti-social behaviour.

Parents and carers across Devon are being encouraged to start conversations now with young people who are preparing to leave home for college, university or other independent living opportunities.

A number of major changes are taking place to the bus network from later this month, these include the withdrawal of some services.

Devon and Cornwall Police will be deploying their live facial recognition van to Exmouth on Friday 28th August. This is only the second time the unit has been used for this purpose anywhere in the force area.

Whether you’re at the beach, or taking a walk along the coast path, this bank holiday the NHS in Devon, is reminding residents and visitors of ways to stay safe and enjoy a healthy summer.

Mill Street footbridge is due to be replaced, the works are planned to commence on Tuesday 8th September 2026 and be completed by Friday 2nd October 2026. A number of diversions will be in place during this time.

With the Sidmouth Regatta Air Show taking place over Sidmouth on Friday 28 August, the Town Council request that spectators and in particular, boat, jet ski and kayak/paddleboard owners take note of the Air Display Water Safety Zone which has been issued.

Wales & West Utilities is shortly starting the final section of the first phase of a project to upgrade the gas pipes in the Alphington area of Exeter.

Exeter’s Ukrainian community has joined civic representatives and supporters to mark the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence.

Zoos and animal attractions in Devon are open for “business as usual” throughout the bluetongue outbreak that is sweeping the county as the disease does affect humans.

As millions of people head to the South West for their summer holidays, South West Water is urging visitors to do their bit in protecting the region’s precious water resources by using water wisely during their stay.

The lane closure on Exeter’s Bridge Road bascule bridge will remain in place after further investigations uncovered previously hidden cracks and significant corrosion beneath the bridge deck.

An electric first 20 minutes saw Exmouth Town secure their place in the next round of the FA Cup, beating Bridgwater United 3-1 at the Search4Local Stadium.

A stunning free-kick from Nia Lewis earned City Women their first point of the season, as the Grecians drew 1-1 at Hashtag United.

Exeter City got off the mark in Sky Bet League Two with a 2-0 win over Accrington Stanley at St James Park.

Four first half opposition goals resulted in City Women falling to defeat at SJP, as they lost their opening 2026/27 WNL fixture 4-0 against Oxford United.