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A campaign has launched 100 days before new UK smokefree generation laws take effect on 1 January 2027. Anyone born on or after 1 January 2009 will never legally be sold tobacco. The law does not affect adult smokers.

People are encouraged to attend Sunday’s event even if swimming remains off-limits. East Devon District Council has advised against swimming at Exmouth beach since 11 September, after a potentially toxic blue substance was found in Littleham Brook.

People and pets are being urged to stay away from Littleham Brook in Exmouth following a pollution incident affecting the stream.

Around 120 cyclists took to the roads of Devon on Saturday 12 September for the inaugural Devon Air Ambulance Cycle Challenge, helping to raise vital funds for the charity's lifesaving service.

Partnering with Exeter College, the Trust commissioned students aged 17 and 18 from its Art and Design faculty to create original pieces inspired by the theme of ‘utopia’.

Launched by the Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority (DTCCA), the Post-16 Capital Investment Programme will support projects that create additional learner places and improve facilities between 2026 and 2030.

The University of Exeter has achieved a top 20 ranking in two prestigious national university guides.

People in Exeter can play their part in helping to crack down on illegal fly-tippers.

People living in Exeter are being urged to return a form to ensure they are able to vote in the next elections.

Opponents to a vast housing development mooted for an East Devon town are set to outline their ongoing issues at a public meeting next week.

Ottery Town Council would like to politely remind residents that the cemetery is a place of remembrance and reflection for those visiting loved ones.

Exmouth Town Council has received the following communication from the Environment Agency – South West Region regarding the pollution at Littleham Brook

Small businesses in and around Exeter are being invited to a free event to find out about opportunities to work with local councils.

Twenty seven crimes against councillors have been recorded over the last 12 months under the police’s Operation Ford initiative in Devon and Cornwall.

A new Headlight peer support group is launching in Sidmouth this September, offering free, long term support for young people who are struggling with their mental health.

Local community groups are being invited to apply for the latest round of Exeter City Grants funding.

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.