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Fears that a move to make the Teign Estuary a protected ‘national landscape’ could mean ruin for Teignmouth’s busy docks have been allayed.

A new Exmouth Youth Directory has been created to help young people, parents, carers and families discover the wide range of clubs, activities and organisations available throughout Exmouth.

With a drought now officially declared across Devon and Somerset. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are urging people to help reduce the risk of wildfires and use water responsibly as hot, dry conditions continue.

East Devon District Council has received a planning application for a proposed development of up to 2,000 homes on land between the A3052, near Crealy Theme Park & Resort, and the A376 near Clyst St George.

A Devon councillor who worked alongside Ann Widdecombe says ‘emotive and dishonest’ language from political leaders is putting grassroots politicians in danger.

South Western Railway (SWR) and Network Rail Wessex (NR Wessex) will introduce a temporary timetable on the West of England line between London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids from Monday 10 August.

The South West is experiencing an exceptionally warm and dry period, with prolonged sunshine, low rainfall and high temperatures placing growing pressure on water resources across the region.

A new support programme is launching across Devon to help people who are finding work difficult because of their physical or mental health.

Almost 3,000 publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging sockets will be installed in communities, car parks and on streets across Devon and Torbay over the next few years.

Plans for a second M5 junction at Cullompton have received a major boost, after the Government this week awarded £1.3 million to develop the next stage of the scheme.

A Devon business will be able to serve up its ‘educatering’ facility after winning an appeal that it launched after its plans were blocked.

A £3 million project to upgrade play parks across Teignbridge has been approved by councillors today (Tuesday 28 July 2026).

The new Whitehills Roundabout (Jetty Marsh) is expected to open during the first half of August, replacing the old triangle junction on Exeter Road.

On Monday 27 July 2026 at around 11.30am, the volunteer crew of Exmouth RNLI were tasked by H.M. Coastguard to support local coastguard rescue units, Exmouth Coastguard Rescue Team and Beer Coastguard Rescue Team. The reported casualty, a dog called Charlie, had gone over the cliff just east of Sandy Bay.

Staff and students at the University of Exeter have been recognised for their commitment to boosting social mobility in the South West and beyond.

Exeter City have unveiled a new 2026/27 third kit - a striking black and gold design created to celebrate the Club's landmark 125th anniversary.

Exeter City manager Matt Taylor has named Jack Fitzwater as the Club's captain ahead of the 2026/27 Sky Bet League Two season, with Jake Doyle-Hayes appointed vice-captain.

Exeter City were 2-0 victors in a visit to Weston-super-Mare with goals from Sonny Cox & Josh Gordon.

Exeter City Women made it two wins from two in pre-season, with a strong 3-1 victory over Torquay United at the Cliff Hill.