Police are incredibly concerned for missing person Kim Hull
Kim is a white male, aged 50 years old with ginger hair and from the local area. Kim was possibly last seen in the Budleigh Salterton area overnight however we would appeal for sightings from Exmouth to Sidmouth along the coast and also inland. HM Coastguard are currently also deploying resources in the area as well as specialist police assets. Please report any sightings straight away on 999. Police incident number 113/ 12/04/25
East Devon Countryside Team Welcomes a Vibrant Start to Spring
East Devon District Council’s Countryside team are celebrating a vibrant start to Spring, launching a packed programme of events and stepping up preparations for the busy bird‑breeding season.
EDDC launches StartSmart: a new programme to support East Devon startups and entrepreneurs
East Devon District Council is launching a new programme to support startups, offering advice, grants and training.
Mindless vandals damage toilet in suspected arson attack
A toilet block in Sidmouth has been extensively damaged by a suspected arson attack.
Man jailed after sexually assaulting teenage girls in Exeter
In the space of one hour on the evening of 9 May 2025, Sonny Boyes carried out multiple sexual offences against two teenage girls in Exeter. Today, 6 March, the 19-year-old appeared at Exeter Crown Court where the judge jailed him for 17 years, described him as having ‘breathless arrogance and distorted thinking’.
Consultation on Dryden Road reopens after short pause
Public consultation on possible changes to Dryden Road in Exeter has reopened.
Royal Devon leads NHS England-backed pilot to evaluate Ambient Voice Technology in Emergency Departments
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is launching a pilot to evaluate the use of Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) in its Emergency Departments (ED), supported by NHS England.
Councillors pledge to recognise and protect the rights of rivers in East Devon
At a council meeting this week, councillors debated a Motion on Notice: Recognising and Protecting the Rights of Rivers in East Devon, reflecting the strength of feeling locally and nationally about the health of rivers and waterways.
Register to vote ahead of Exeter local elections
Residents are being reminded to check they are registered to vote ahead of the Exeter City Council elections on Thursday 7 May.
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Daytime Sponsored by Rose Lodge, news headlines, plus the chance to win some great prizes
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Drivetime Sponsored by Lovells Garage Ottery, with travel, news headlines, weather, tide times and afternoon mayhem
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Light rain shower
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A walk around Exmouth, finding Wellies, completing a quiz with a Certificate and Badge on completion.
Friendly weekly activity club which will provide a chance for people to get out of the house and meet other people.
at Palmer House
