Exeter & East Devon News
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Exmouth Tiny Forest Wins Two Awards at RHS South West in Bloom ceremony
Exmouth’s Tiny Forest, a community-driven project that took root earlier this year, has picked up two prestigious awards from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) South West in Bloom.
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Exeter Partnership to explore strategies for delivering key city priorities
The Exeter Partnership will come together to discuss and develop innovative strategies to drive forward the city’s key priorities, ensuring a brighter and more sustainable future for Exeter and its communities.
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A Blooming Victory! InExeter Crowned Best BID in National Competition
InExeter, the Business Improvement District (BID) for Exeter, is thrilled to announce its achievement as the 'Best Business Improvement District' at the national Britain In Bloom awards, following a recent gold award at the South West in Bloom competition earlier this month.
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Final round of investment confirmed for inspiring community arts projects
Six community arts projects are celebrating after successfully winning funding for exciting initiatives in Exeter
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Town councils plea to use its market
Honiton Town Council have made it one of its top priorities to improve the regular street market.
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East Devon Local Plan final site allocations to be decided
In preparation for East Devon District Council’s (EDDC) new Local Plan and further to five public meetings held in September, proposals for site allocations for residential and employment development across East Devon will be considered at a public meeting on 29 October.
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Exeter Named the UK’s Spookiest City
With a fascinating history dating back to Roman times, and tales of haunted establishments and ghostly goings-on across the city, Exeter is often reputed to be one of the spookiest cities in the UK… and now it’s official!
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‘Thriving’ Exmouth primary praised by inspectors
The emotional, mental and spiritual wellbeing of pupils is in good hands after the Beacon Church of England Primary School in Exmouth was given a glowing report by Diocesan inspectors.
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Exmouth Tourist Information Service named a finalist in Devon Tourism Awards
This recognition arrived shortly after the Service celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of excellence in supporting visitors and promoting Exmouth’s attractions.
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Exmouth film festival returns for another year
The Exmouth Film Festival is returning for its second year after a successful debut in 2023. This volunteer-run community event aims to bring people together to enjoy a variety of films at easily accessible venues in the heart of town.
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Early-stage plan for up to 30 homes in East Devon village waved through
A plan for up to 30 homes in an East Devon village has been given the go-ahead in spite of concerns of local residents.
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Yes, no, then maybe for East Devon village housing plan
Plans for new homes in an East Devon village will have to be brought back to planners after votes to approve and reject the scheme failed.
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Are you entitled to single Person discount for council tax
People in Exeter who receive a single person discount for council tax are being urged to notify the City Council if their circumstances have changed.
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Multiple RNLI assets launched to assist a sinking fishing boat.
At 06.45 yesterday morning, H.M Coastguard requested the immediate launch of the Exmouth lifeboat in response to a Mayday call from a fishing vessel that had water flooding into the engine room.
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Residents urged to return forms to ensure their right to vote
If any resident in Exeter has received a form or letter from the City Council’s electoral services in the past few months and has not yet returned it – now is the time to do so.
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University of Exeter awarded funding by the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge to use brain cells to outsmart type 1 diabetes
Today the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge, a trailblazing partnership between the Steve Morgan Foundation, Diabetes UK, and Breakthrough T1D has announced funding for a cutting-edge research project led by researchers at the University of Exeter.
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Richard Branston conferred as Honorary Alderman of the City of Exeter
Honorary Alderman is a title given in recognition of the eminent services to Exeter City Council during the period former councillors were members of the Council. Mr Branston, was a ward councillor for more than 20 years.
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More pensioners could be claiming benefits in East Devon
A district council team that supports pensioners to check whether they are claiming the benefits to which they are entitled saw its caseload drop recently from 3,658 in April 2022, to 3,513 18 months later.
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Local residents come to the aid of Exeter Citizens Advice service
Residents of Exeter have raised over £20,000 in response to an appeal to support Citizens Advice Exeter, but the charity’s leadership warns that additional funding is needed to sustain its services.
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Exmouth RNLI lifeboat launched in choppy conditions to reports of two individuals struggling in the River Exe.
At 09.20 today H.M. Coastguard requested the launch of the Exmouth RNLI volunteer crew and lifeboat to reports from a concerned member of the public about two individuals they believed were struggling on paddleboards in the River Exe.
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East Devon collects drinks cans weighing roughly ‘62 elephants’ each year
Did you know that East Devon collects an impressive 250 tonnes of drinks cans each year? This weight is roughly equivalent to that of about 62 elephants!
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Work to begin on Maer Lane pumping Station
South West Water has shared an update on the repair work for the burst sewage pipe on Maer Road.
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Extra oversight of social housing voted for in East Devon after overspend
Two extra people will join a committee that oversees East Devon District Council’s social housing in response to a budget overspend.
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First spade in the ground marks the final phase of Feniton’s Flood Alleviation scheme
Work to complete the £6m flood alleviation scheme for Feniton is now underway.
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Park gets new lighting for locals to stay active during the winter
New lighting has been installed in a popular park in Exeter to allow locals to access outdoor keep-fit equipment and a community hub all-year-round.
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United front emerges against winter fuel cuts
Anger about the government’s winter fuel allowance cuts has prompted East Devon to lobby ministers to rethink the policy urgently.
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Big plans for future of Exeter bus station
Exeter’s bulldozed bus station will be transformed into a multi-million-pound development featuring homes, retail outlets and public spaces, members of the city council have been assured.
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Pensioners’ fuel allowance splits council
The heat has been turned up on the plight of Exeter pensioners faced with losing their winter fuel payments.
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Awards ceremony pays tribute to those who keep Exeter looking good
The tireless efforts of 80 outdoor workers who keep Exeter looking spick and span has been recognised at a special event.
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East Devon District Council’s Countryside Team Tackles Loneliness Through Partnership with Age UK Devon
The East Devon District Council (EDDC) Countryside Team has partnered with Age UK Devon to offer fortnightly sessions designed to combat loneliness and isolation among older adults through connection with nature.
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Police are appealing for witnesses following a single vehicle collision on Parkway in Exeter.
Officers were called by the ambulance service at around 12:55pm on Tuesday 15 October after a blue Citroen C1 collided with a residential property.
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Volunteers helping to preserve a unique piece of Exeter history
Volunteers have been helping to commemorate the lives of those who served their country while preserving a unique part of the city’s heritage.
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‘Frustration’ as Exeter fire-hit hotel saga drags on
The redevelopment of a historic Exeter hotel destroyed by fire eight years ago is no nearer to starting.
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Call for ‘School Streets’ scheme to protect children
Exeter City Council is being urged to join the 'School Streets' project to protect children. Traffic near Ladysmith School has increased since the end of the Active Streets trial, raising safety concerns.
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Traffic ban creates ‘cafe culture’ in Exeter street
Changes to the traffic flow in a busy Exeter city street have helped create a ‘vibrant cafe culture’, councillors have been told.
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Help East Devon Become the UK's Top Recyclers!
One change for one week! Will you help East Devon reach the country’s top recycling spot?
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New exhibition features work from inmates at HMP Channings Wood
New artwork from prisoners at Channings Wood Prison is set to go on display at the Custom House in Exeter.
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Green-fingered heroes raise over £72,000 for local end-of-life care
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.
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Planning permission sought for new ‘Clyst Meadows’ in East Devon
East Devon District Council (EDDC) has secured a 25 acre/10ha site at Broadclyst Station to provide a new area of open space for local residents and visitors.
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Police are appealing to the public to trace a 29-year-old man from Exeter.
Harry Hopkins, aged 29, from Exeter, is sought in connection with an investigation into a report of assault.
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Exmouth MP says water firm willing to bring money forward for repairs
South West Water is willing to bring money forward to hasten sewer repair work in Exmouth, according to the town’s MP David Reed.
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Police in Exmouth offer advice during Safer Business Action Week
As part of Safer Business Action Week Devon & Cornwall Police will be out and about speaking to local traders and retailers about any concerns they may have.
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Exeter part of £11million national funding to improve mental health of young people
A new NIHR Mental Health Research Group involving the University of Exeter will work with young people to provide timely support in key stages of development.
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Major £1.4m fundraising appeal launched for new ‘Super Theatre’ at Exeter hospital
A £1.4m charity appeal has been launched to fund the cost of high-tech equipment for a ‘Super Theatre’ being built at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (RD&E).
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East Devon set to become the home of green festivals
Arts & Culture East Devon (ACED) and Exmouth Festival are setting out a new blueprint to decarbonise local festivals.
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Get snapping and enter tree photography competition
With Autumn colours starting to show around Exeter, people are being encouraged to get snapping and enter the City Council’s tree photography competition.
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How many Exeter pensioners will miss out on Winter Fuel Payment?
Thousands of pensioners in Exeter will miss out on the winter fuel payment this year.
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Extraordinary NHS staff and volunteers recognised at awards event
On the evening of Friday 4 October 2024, the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust held their Extraordinary People Awards ceremony to celebrate the incredible staff and volunteers who work across the Trust.
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Yesterday, ten Exmouth in Bloom committee members travelled to Bath for the Southwest in Bloom Presentation Day.
Once again, Exmouth in Bloom are delighted to report that they have had yet another extremely successful year. Firstly, in the St Bridget’s Cup class for large towns, not only were they awarded GOLD, but they also won the CUP.
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Appeal for witnesses after robbery in Pinhoe, Exeter
Police investigating a report of robbery in Pinhoe on Monday 7 October in are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.
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Seaton Wetlands Welcomes 12 New Volunteers to Discovery Hut Team
Seaton Wetlands Welcomes 12 New Volunteers to Discovery Hut Team
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Police colleagues applaud outstanding achievements at Exeter awards ceremony
Police officers, staff and volunteers have been celebrated at a recent awards ceremony in Exeter.
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Community Small Grant Funding Available for Sidmouth organisations
Were you aware that Sidmouth Town Council offer Grants each year to Voluntary Organisations?
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Teen sentenced following robbery in Topsham
A 17-year-old boy from Devon has been convicted of a robbery which happened in Topsham.
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Homeless Awareness Week: anyone can find themselves without a home
Anyone can become homeless at any time and people should get in touch with Exeter City Council if they are in danger of losing their home.
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Exmouth Lifeboat works with colleagues in Weymouth
Exmouth all weather lifeboat launched yesterday afternoon to support colleagues from Weymouth. In towing a disabled vessel back to Brixham
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Major Work Needed to Safeguard Railway Line at Powderham
Significant work is required to protect the main railway line at Powderham, according to the Environment Agency.
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Starting a revolution on the Exe
Work on the Exe Estuary is going green after the Exeter Port Authority took delivery of a new hydrogen electric boat for a trial period.
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Volunteer now for Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in Exeter
Applications are now open for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 volunteer programme.
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Shedding light on popular Exeter river crossing
Brand new lighting has been installed on a busy footbridge across the River Exe in Exeter.
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Mobility Scooters project launched in Cranbrook
Cranbrook Town Council has introduced its first-ever mobility scooter, which will be available for residents and visitors to hire free of charge.
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East Devon secures nearly £2 million developer payments for affordable housing
The authority has built up the cash from payments made by developers in lieu of affordable properties being built on-site