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• Two arrested on suspicion of murder after death of man in Chudleigh

  Three people have been arrested in connection with the death of a man in Chudleigh last year.

• Exeter MP opens new hospice visitor accommodation

  Friends and family of Hospiscare patients can now stay overnight in a self-contained accommodation near to their loved ones – in ‘The Lodge’ next to the hospice’s eight-bed ward.

• Get prepared for winter: bookings for flu and COVID-19 vaccines now open

  The NHS national booking service is now open for pre-booking flu and COVID-19 vaccinations as we head towards winter.

• Witness sought as part of ongoing investigation into unexplained death in Exeter

  Detectives who are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding a man’s unexplained death in Exeter in January have released a picture of a man who they believe could have information as a witness.

• Community response provides hope for valley park after wildfire

  Community support, hard work and patience will be the key to recovery for one of Exeter’s precious Valley Parks after it was struck by a devastating wildfire, Devon Wildlife Trust has said.

• Repairs to Bridge Road bascule bridge expected to finish on Friday

  Emergency lane restrictions on Bridge Road in Exeter are expected to be lifted by Friday afternoon once repairs to the bascule bridge have been completed.

• Museum risks closure as heating systems fail

  An award-winning Devon museum could be forced to close its doors unless expensive repairs are carried out.

• How much does your Exeter councillor receive in allowances?

  Exeter’s councillors have received a total of nearly £442,000 between them for their work in the past year.

• £1 million investment to upgrade gas network in Ottery St. Mary and Tipton

  Wales & West Utilities is investing over £1 million over the next year to upgrade gas pipes in Ottery St. Mary and Tipton, helping ensure a safe and reliable supply for communities in the area, for decades to come.

• Exmouth to Lead Ground-breaking Research into Period Poverty

  A partnership led by the University of Exeter, Exmouth Town Council and Devon Communities Together has launched a 12-month research project into the impact of reusable period products. This project is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), to improve menstrual health and tackle period poverty in Exmouth through community-led research.

• Controversial Exeter hospital plans approved

  Plans for a 54-bed mental health hospital in Exeter have been approved once again by the city council, almost eight years after permission was first given for the controversial project.

• Community groups awarded £15,650 to support Ukrainians in Exeter

  Eight local community groups have been awarded a share of £15,650 in the Home for Ukraine Scheme grants.

• Farmers need support on drought and Bluetongue, says Devon rural affairs leader

  Government plans to make an additional £65 million available to help farmers cope with drought, extreme heat and wildfire risk have been given a cautious welcome, but questions remain over where the money is coming from and whether other areas of farming support will be affected.

• Outdoor Play Research Centre launches at Exeter with landmark study into children’s play

  The new Outdoor Play Research Centre has launched at the University of Exeter with a landmark study into children’s play which found children start outdoor play later than ever.

• Six new affordable homes completed in East Devon village

  Six households have recently moved into a new home, following the completion of an affordable development in an area of natural outstanding beauty.

• Have you checked your loo? South West Water urges customers to take action on hidden toilet leaks

  South West Water is urging customers in Exeter, East and Mid-Devon to check for hidden toilet leaks after its water efficiency specialists found leaking toilets in around one in four homes they visited.