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A row of tankers has been witnessed at a popular East Devon beach as maintenance on the sewer system takes place.

More than 800 student flats and ‘co-living’ studios are to be built on the site of Exeter’s old police station despite neighbours’ fears that their homes will be overshadowed.

There’s more bad news for BT from a Devon council as plans for four more high street ‘hubs’ are rejected.

The new colours for Sidmouth’s beach huts have been proposed as work continues to upgrade the iconic structures.

South West Water has started work on the next phase of a £12m project in Sidmouth to improve the town’s sewage network, reduce the use of storm overflows and protect the quality of its bathing waters.

Isca Academy welcomed Councillor Andrew Leadbetter for a visit this term. During his time at the school, Councillor Leadbetter toured the school’s facilities and gained insight into the vibrant learning environment enjoyed by students.

West Exe School has been recognised for its outstanding achievement in introducing Classics. The Exeter school was awarded a ‘Secondary School of the Year - Highly Commended’ certificate by Classics for All in their 2025 Impact Awards.

The two latest shops closed for trading in illegal tobacco have strong links to organised crime intelligence suggests.

Yesterday afternoon, 7 December 2025, Teignmouth Lifeboat Crew were paged to reports of a person in the water off Teignmouth seafront. Following the tasking from Solent Coastguard, Teignmouth Lifeboat launched swiftly and made best speed to the scene.

Teignbridge District Council has started work on developing its new Active Wellbeing Strategy, which will shape the future delivery of sport, leisure and physical activity facilities and services across Teignbridge.

A petition signed by more than 400 people calling for a vital zebra crossing has been submitted to Devon’s senior leaders.

Newton Abbot MP Martin Wrigley demonstrated his support for Teignbridge-based charity Shared Lives South West by hosting an event in Parliament to showcase the organisation’s innovative approach to adult social care.

New homes on the site of Paignton’s former Crossways shopping centre will give a run-down part of the town centre a ‘shot in the arm’.

Torbay’s MP has called for a review of security after it was reported that a Russian spy had come ashore from a ship in Torquay on a mission to snoop on Ukrainian soldiers.

Paignton’s YMCA is on the move to a new home in the town..

This Christmas, Torbay and South Devon NHS Charity is working to ensure that every patient spending Christmas Day in hospital receives a gift—a simple gesture that brings comfort, joy, and a sense of connection at a time when it’s needed most.

A progress update on a controversial proposal to change a scheme that ensures rapid responses to the most serious medical emergencies is expected later this month.

The future shape of Devon will be decided behind closed doors at Whitehall in the New Year.

Formula One technology has been embraced as part of a trial to improve WiFi on the South West’s trains.

Councillors have voted to strengthen the council’s commitment to the Armed Forces community, building on our existing pledge under the Armed Forces Covenant.

Customers are advised to check their regular train times as Great Western Railway introduces its new winter timetable from Sunday 14 December.

Devon County Council has unveiled a bold new strategy to reshape support for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), aiming to create a more inclusive education system across the county.

Devon County Councillors have been urged to use their influence in their local communities and to help recruit more foster carers in Devon.

Car parking fees are to go up on Dartmoor by 3.8 per cent.