South Devon News

With Occombe Farm closed following the demise of the Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, thoughts are turning to what might happen to the 150 acres of prime farmland that surrounds it.

Torbay’s most vulnerable children are ‘at the mercy of the market’ when it comes to finding the care they need.

A far-reaching ‘vision’ for the future of Paignton has been endorsed by Torbay’s decision-makers despite one councillor saying it lacks “pizzazz”.

Following the successful launch of the Torbay Enterprise Fund in September, Torbay Council are pleased to announce that the fund will reopen for a second round of applications from local businesses on Monday 10 November.

Torbay’s choice on the future make-up of its local council remains uncertain after an influential committee reached deadlock over the issue.

There is still time for 12-15 year olds to have their say about growing up in Torbay.

Torbay Council has come under fire for the way it handled the demise of the trust that manages dozens of the bay’s precious green spaces.

Remembrance Services and Ceremonies will take place across Torbay on Sunday 9 November and Tuesday 11 November.

Planners deciding the future of a controversial housing scheme on the outskirts of Paignton have been warned that it could create a ‘significant safety risk’.

The latest round in a ferocious battle for the future of a historic walled garden in Torquay will be played out in front of Torbay Council’s planning committee next week.

As the mornings and evenings grow darker, Torbay Council are reminding all road users to be aware of the new 20mph school zones now in effect.

The Chief Executive of the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, has written an open letter to residents about the cardiology services at Torbay Hospital and their commitment to you.

The introduction of reduced parking prices between 1 November and 30 April is part of a new, simplified seasonal flat rate tariff structure at the car park, which will replace the separate day and night-time charges currently in place.

Extra frontline police officers in South Devon have recently been trained to test drivers for drugs to keep local communities safe.

Torbay’s MP has called for reassurances over the future of the policy custody suite at Torquay’s police station.

The approach to Torbay Hospital is set to bloom with colour and hope, thanks to a new partnership with Torquay Rotary Club. Together, volunteers from the Rotary Club and hospital staff have planted 1,000 purple crocus bulbs by the Lowes Bridge entrance, creating a vibrant welcome for patients, visitors, and staff.

Talks are due to begin this week between Torbay Council and liquidators over the future of the trust that manages some of the bay’s countryside ‘crown jewels’.

The two iconic Mercury statues located on the turrets facing Vaughan Road will be carefully removed during the week commencing 27 October.

The SEND Local Area Improvement Partnership Board has created an action plan to address the areas of concern highlighted in Torbay’s recent SEND inspection report.

While Occombe Farm, with its award-winning cafe and animal trails, is the shop window for the Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, it manages a huge portfolio of Torbay’s natural assets.

Torbay Council’s Conservative administration has been accused of not doing enough to save the trust that safeguards some of the bay’s most treasured green spaces.

The second phase of works to refurbish Parkfield’s MyPlace building in Paignton starts next week.

Jordan Honey, 28, no fixed abode, has appeared at Plymouth Magistrates’ Court on, Wednesday 22 October, after being charged with a number of offences including attempted murder.

If you have not yet had the chance to have your say on Torbay Council’s 2025 Torbay Residents’ Satisfaction Survey, there is just over one week left to do so.

Plans to create a new all-weather sports pitch in Brixham have received enthusiastic backing from the local community.

The government has been urged to step in as ‘massive cuts’ threaten the welfare of some of Torbay’s most vulnerable people.

New ‘street hubs’ in the centre of Torquay could give shoppers free ultra-fast wifi, free phone calls and the chance to charge their phones for free.

Do you run a community organisation in Torbay and could you provide a space that is warm, welcoming and safe for local people? Torbay Council are inviting partners to apply for a slice of £32,000 to set up Warm Spaces in the community this winter.

Trespassers breaking into Paignton’s historic Oldway Mansion have caused damage which will cost thousands of pounds to fix, it has been revealed.