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Exmouth Town Council is celebrating three more years of sustained climate and nature action, during which its ambitions have developed into a nationally recognised programme of practical projects, popular events and community partnerships.

Residents are being reminded of important safety advice during Gas Safety Week.

The closed lane on Exeter’s A379 Bridge Road Bascule Bridge has reopened following essential repairs to age-related damage beneath the bridge deck. However, a separate lane closure on the adjacent Swing Bridge will remain in place while further work is arranged to make loose road fixings safe.

The Consumer Council for Water's (CCW) latest national annual household complaints report reveals complaints from households escalated to the watchdog increased by 84% in 2025-26, it marks the steepest year-on-year rise in CCW’s 20-year history. With South West Water rated as one of the poorest-performing water companies

A Devon cricket club which is a community hub for sports and leisure groups has upgraded its facilities thanks to support from South West Water’s Better Futures Fund.

A series of workshops are being held in Exmouth this month to educate people in using the NHS App. The events will help residents find out how the app can better support and manage their health.

Adults who live, work, or study in East Devon can now create, submit, sign, and track online petitions to request that the district council takes action concerning its responsibilities and services.

A new display exploring the history around the Norman invasion has opened at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery in Exeter.

Runners will be taking to the banks of the River Exe this weekend to celebrate the life of the critically endangered Atlantic Salmon.

Wales & West Utilities is undertaking emergency works to repair a gas leak in the Exe Bridge area of Exeter.

South West Water has repaired more than 26,700 leaks across Devon and Cornwall over the last 12 months – the equivalent of 73 leaks a day - as part of its ongoing work to tackle leakage and improve network resilience across the region.

Did you know that vaccine research helps protect the local population and by taking part in vaccine research trials, you can help reach more people and protect the most vulnerable members of the community.

Teignbridge District Council is inviting residents to help shape the future of Dawlish Leisure Centre.

Developed with input from the voluntary sector to better meet local needs, the grants will support small community projects across East Devon and community buildings in rural areas.

Devon residents are being invited to visit real homes across the county this autumn to see practical ways to cut energy bills, improve comfort and make their homes more resilient to a changing climate.

Works on a major road that critics say have been repeatedly delayed has been deemed “not quick enough” by the council overseeing the works.

Exmouth Town gain another 3 points in the Southern League .

Exeter City Football Club is inviting supporters to be part of history on the weekend of September 19 and 20, as St James Park plays host to a landmark double celebration - the club's 125th anniversary and the 25th anniversary of Exeter City Women.

Ishbel Zuurmond scored a spectacular 98th minute equaliser to steal a point on the road for City Women, as they fought back in dramatic fashion twice to draw 4-4 with Cheltenham Town.

Exmouth Town ended a fine week with a close 1-0 win against Shaftesbury, at the Search4Local Stadium.