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• Devon overhaul could be scrapped as review confirmed

  A massive overhaul of Devon’s councils could be scrapped under a review set to be confirmed in Parliament.

• Arson suspects to be prosecuted!

  Two youths arrested for the arson attack on Poltimore House in 2024 will now face prosecution following an initial decision not to prosecute by the CPS has been overturned .

• Devon women invited to inspire the next generation by becoming an Empowering Girls mentor

  Women from across Devon are being invited to volunteer as mentors to help year nine schoolgirls build confidence, raise aspirations and explore future career opportunities.

• Devon residents encouraged to help change the narrative on suicide this World Suicide Prevention Day

  Devon residents are being encouraged to help change the narrative on suicide this World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) by learning how to start supportive conversations, recognising when someone may be struggling, and knowing where to find help and support.

• MP’s fears for the future of rural Devon

  The rural ‘rump’ of Devon left behind after the coming reorganisation of local councils may never be sustainable, according to one of the county’s MPs.

• Exeter shortlisted for THE Business School of the Year

  The University of Exeter Business School’s unswerving commitment to environmental sustainability, responsible leadership and technological transformation has been recognised by a major national awards programme.

• School project aims to tackle coercive control before it starts

  A pioneering project designed to educate secondary school students about coercive control and healthy relationships has secured funding from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, enabling it to be rolled out in schools in early 2027.

• Latest information for carers in Devon

  Carers in Devon can now sign up to email updates and visit a new webpage to find the latest information on the forthcoming new arrangements for carers’ services in the county.

• Tactical vote to relay anger at ‘stripping the local voice’ from planning

  Members from across the political divide helped orchestrate a tactical vote that led to their council backing legal changes in planning policy but expressing huge anger at the new rules.

• Devastating fires ‘still a threat’ for Dartmoor

  Dartmoor remains vulnerable to potentially-devastating fires despite recent rainfall, the moor’s guardians have been told.

• Cheer and challenges as Devon’s tourism sector navigates summer extremes

  Devon’s tourism businesses have hailed a positive summer season with strong visitor numbers and solid spending, but heatwaves and last-minute bookings have been a challenge.

• Lloyds cheque deposit service returns to Post Offices across Devon

  A lead Devon Councillor has welcomed the restoration of cheque deposit services for Lloyds Banking Group customers at Post Offices, describing it as a significant boost for rural communities, local businesses and residents across Devon.

• Devon holiday park eyes expanded opening dates

  A major Devon holiday park is applying to extend the number of weeks it can open during the year so it can benefit from an extra school holiday.

• Man sentenced for assault in Ottery St Mary town centre

  A man has been given a suspended sentence for an assault outside an Ottery St Mary pub.

• Exeter City Community Trust secures major grant to tackle homelessness

  Exeter City Community Trust has secured more than half a million pounds to help tackle homelessness in the city - part of a landmark £37 million Government investment in voluntary, community and faith sector organisations across England.

• Know Your Numbers! Week marks successful one year anniversary of library blood pressure monitor loan scheme

  Blood Pressure UK’s annual campaign, Know Your Numbers Week, runs from the 7-13 September 2026 and aims to reach those who have high blood pressure and don’t know it, so they can get the treatment and support they need to bring it under control. The campaign marks one year since the launch of a blood pressure monitor loan scheme in Devon’s libraries.