Local News

Five beaches in Teignbridge have been recognised for their quality in the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Awards for summer 2026.

Concerns over rural areas and hard-to-reach communities missing out on broadband connectivity are to be raised with government.

A Devon local authority has been described as ‘institutionally misogynist’ by a councillor who says she has suffered years of bullying and harassment.

Exeter’s MP has urged entertainment giant Mecca to think again over plans to close its bingo hall in the city.

Libraries will not have their hours cut or be reorganised into area groups after a decision off the back of a major consultation that was cheered by library backers.

A number of roads around Paignton seafront will be closed to allow emergency services to  get to and from areas packed with crowds enjoying the three-day English Riviera Airshow.

Citizens Advice Exeter has marked its 80th anniversary with a reception celebrating eight decades of providing free, confidential and independent advice to city residents.

Exmouth Community College (ECC) welcomed the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) into school this term to deliver a series of ‘Water Smart’ assemblies for students, helping them develop essential knowledge to stay safe around water

Residents and visitors are being reminded to plan for their healthcare needs ahead of the upcoming bank holiday and half term holidays.

Ottery St Mary Town Council is reminding local businesses that there is still time to apply for the 2026 Shop Front Fund scheme, with the deadline fast approaching on 31 May 2026.

Exeter’s first City Nature Challenge has been hailed a success, with more than 1,500 observations of 507 species recorded.

Independent councillor Robert Steemson has been chosen to serve a second term as the chair of Teignbridge Council.

Officers were called at approximately 1.30pm to Newton Road on Monday 18 May to reports of a collision involving a red Volkswagen Tiguan and a white Yamaha XT660 motorcycle.

Police are currently searching for a 16-year-old girl who has been reported missing from Crediton.

Residents are being asked to give their views in consultations on two important new strategies for Exeter.

Developers have been given the go-ahead for the final piece in a jigsaw of new housing on the outskirts of Exeter.

A difficult afternoon for Exeter Chiefs at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham saw them defeated by a resurgent Harlequins side in their Big Summer Kick-Off.

Exeter City Football Club has announced the appointment of Matt Taylor as permanent first team manager.

Members and shareholders of Exeter Rugby Club Group plc gathered at Sandy Park to vote on an expression of interest to buy the club.

St James School in Exeter have qualified for the national U15 flag football finals after being crowned regional champions. The team will now travel to Manchester to compete against the top teams from across the country.