Exeter & East Devon News

To protect visitors at Beer Beach, the section by Ducky's has been cordoned off, until the cliff fall has been inspected and made safe.

Geological experts will be called in to inspect the site of a major landslide which caused a road to be closed in Exeter.

A selection of historical twentieth century photographs of Exeter has gone on display at Exeter Custom House.

East Devon culture organisations and creatives looking to fund a new cultural project, festival or event can access support through a new round of ACED's Creative East Devon Fund.

A cutting-edge collaboration, including experts from the University of Exeter and the Royal Devon NHS, has been recognised for its contribution to stroke treatment and care.

A second swimmer who went missing during a Christmas Day sea swim in Budleigh Salterton has been identified as Tom Johnson, a 47-year-old teacher and father of two.

Developers are making a renewed bid for a 63-homes plan on land where a hedgerow was destroyed and efforts were made to protect mature trees from being cut down.

Residents are invited to see the latest proposals for Cranbrook's new Leisure and Wellbeing centre and share their thoughts on this major new community facility.

Police are appealing for any information about graffiti on a Mosque in Exeter.

A huge new building containing nearly 300 purpose-built flats for Exeter University students could get the go-ahead next week.

The cost of removing Union Jack and St George Cross flags on one Exeter Road has been estimated at £6,000.

One of Exeter’s busiest burger takeaways could soon be open around the clock.

Residents of Cranbrook, and the neighbouring Parishes of Broadclyst, Clyst Honiton, Rockbeare and Whimple, are invited to have their say on Cranbrook and the surrounding areas governance arrangements, including the Town’s boundaries, as Stage 2 of the Community Governance Review consultation moves forward.

Last week, the Exeter Neighbourhood Policing team secured a closure order on a residential property as part of their ongoing commitment to tackle antisocial behaviour in the city.

Campaigners trying to make more space for cyclists, wheelers and walkers in Exeter city centre have had their hopes dashed.

Exeter’s MP has defended his efforts to lobby for pubs as a city establishment claims to have barred him and other Labour politicians.

Exeter city centre has been awarded Purple Flag accreditation, a nationally-recognised mark that celebrates towns and cities which offer a safe, well-managed and vibrant evening and night-time economy.

Councillors given the job of deciding what to do about Exeter’s most contentious road closure have been told they must do all they can to consult local people.

A portion of land within a Devon council’s headquarters looks set to be sold after a more than two-year saga about its future.

Detectives investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Exeter city centre have issued an appeal for information.

Exeter City Council has today announced it will be submitting an expression of interest (EOI) for the prestigious UK City of Culture title.

A Devon MP has pushed for greater financial support for flooding after telling Parliament that his part of the county was “submerged” amid this week’s storms.

A bumper campaign by a Devon community to show its support for the town library was so full it meant some had to be turned away.

A new front is about to open up in the long-running Exeter transport war.

A community centre in Exeter has put a call out for dehumidifiers after the building was flooded by heavy rain on Monday night.

The University of Exeter is set to become a key member of a regional hub for pioneering mental health research following a major investment from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).

East Devon District Council’s Countryside Team is celebrating another exceptional year at Seaton Wetlands, following a record-breaking rise in visitor numbers during 2025

Students, staff and families at St Luke’s Church of England School have come together to support people experiencing homelessness in Exeter.

Local young people are finding it easier to get involved in rewarding out of school activities, thanks to new initiatives from Sidmouth Town Council.

The government’s decision to call off Exeter’s 2026 spring council elections has been described as ‘one giant Labour stitch-up’.

Police are seeking witnesses after a woman was seriously injured in a collision involving an electric scooter near Cranbrook.

Emergency services were called shortly before 3pm on Sunday 25 January to Exmouth Beach following a report of a possible body seen near the shore.

East Devon District Council has awarded £254,000 in grants to 15 businesses and community organisations through its Carbon Action Fund, supporting projects to reduce carbon emissions and energy use.

A much-awaited community hub in Devon’s newest town is facing more delays after a hold-up linked to its forthcoming community hub.

A Devon town’s popular youth football club is on the cusp of promotion to a brand new location to better cater for its growing membership

Police are appealing for witness and information following a serious road traffic collision that occurred southbound on M5 near Exeter this morning. (Sunday 25th January)

Parents and pet owners in Exeter have been warned to stay alert after fresh reports of poison in a popular park.

Improvement work to enhance bus services on Heavitree Road in Exeter will get underway next month (February).

The Supreme Court has struck out a claim that could have led to compensation being paid to the killer of three men in the Exeter area.

Planners have been urged to avoid making the same mistake twice ahead of a vital decision on a major 72-homes scheme in an East Devon town.

An under-pressure village is set to face the prospect of yet more properties as a proposal for 60 homes gets scrutinised next week.

The government has confirmed that Exeter’s 2026 city council elections can be abandoned.

People living near a controversial traffic scheme in Exeter will be asked to give their opinions on four potential solutions.

Police have located the body of a man following the disappearance of two swimmers at Budleigh Salterton Beach on Christmas Day last year.

Exeter City Council’s request for its 2026 local elections to be called off has been officially received by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Whipton Barton Federation is proud to announce that it has been awarded the IQM Inclusive School Award and IQM Centre of Excellence status. This national recognition celebrates the school’s commitment to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and ambitious environment for every child and every family.

A permanent and expanded Community Safety Team is being launched to further reduce anti-social behaviour throughout the city.

Two subject areas at the University of Exeter now feature in the top 100 of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.

Exeter’s Housing Access Together (HAT) scheme is on the lookout for landlords with available homes.

A digger and bulldozer have been put into action to help shift tonnes of shingle on a Devon beach back towards the sea.

A green light from the city council planning committee has cleared the way for the long-awaited restoration of an Exeter landmark.

Designers drawing up a scheme for nearly 300 ‘co-living’ apartments on the site of an Exeter city centre car park have been asked to go back to the drawing board.

A split has emerged over the way forward over the longstanding closure on an Exeter road after residents were targeted with two separate petitions.

A gathering of residents braved soggy conditions to campaign against a potential 700-home development in East Devon.

A new community grant fund has now opened and is scheduled to close on 27 February 2026 at 4pm. 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.

The Leader of Devon County Council, Councillor Julian Brazil, has written to the secretary of State to “express serious concern regarding the proposal to cancel the May 2026 local elections in Exeter on the grounds of ongoing preparation for Local Government Reorganisation.”

Wales & West Utilities is progressing well with its work in upgrading the gas pipes in the Buddle Lane area of Exeter.

A Devon woman whose dedication has transformed support for local families is to be honoured at the Palace of Westminster this month

Residents and stakeholders have one week left to take part in East Devon District Council’s consultations on two important planning and heritage documents, both of which will help shape the future of the district. The consultations close on Monday 26 January 2026 at 12 noon.

Exeter has a vital role to play in Devon’s forthcoming devolution deal despite being in the ‘second tier’ of councils involved.

Supporters across the heart of Devon opened their gardens to raise vital funds for hospice charity amidst funding deficit. 55 gardens opened during 2024 in support of Hospiscare, the local hospice charity for Exeter, Central and East Devon.