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Devon County Council has welcomed a major new report from England’s Chief Medical Officer which says the health challenges facing rural communities must be treated as a national, not simply a local, issue.

Young people across Devon are being encouraged to take part in this year’s Make Your Mark vote and help shape the issues that matter most to them.

People in Exeter are being warned to watch out for fake text messages in relation to the government’s announcement of a new £100 household energy payment.

Devon’s district councils are expecting to find out in March next year how long they have left to live.

Exeter’s historic Guildhall has been decorated with beautiful, knitted poppies in readiness for Remembrance.

Crumbling rock faces and disappearing dunes pose a fresh threat to rail services in and out of Devon and Cornwall, local MPs have warned.

An Exeter College learner has been crowned Student/Apprentice Chef of the Year at the prestigious South West Chef of the Year 2026 competition.

Bonfire Night is one of the highlights of the autumn calendar, bringing communities together to enjoy spectacular fireworks and celebrations. But every year, fireworks and bonfires cause serious injuries, fires and preventable call-outs for emergency services.

The British Medical Association (BMA) is taking strike action involving consultants at a number of NHS trusts, including the Royal Devon from 7am on Wednesday 25 November until 7am on Friday 27 November 2026. The industrial action is a national dispute between the Government and trade unions about terms and conditions.

Police Cadets have been helping to keep communities safe as they took part in a recent test purchase operation at licensed premises across Torquay Town Centre.

Women and girls are being asked for their feedback on safety whilst moving around Exeter.

New ‘Respect Orders’ to tackle anti–social behaviour have been welcomed by politicians in Exeter.

An overhaul of how Devon’s libraries are staffed has led to 19 people being made redundant, prompting concerns from campaigners about the impact.

Changing work habits which have seen millions of people turning their backs on the office to work from home instead have forced Exeter to think again about a massive new development.

Volunteers in Exmouth who rely on a temporary beach front shelter to carry out their vital environmental work say a bigger, permanent hub would mean they could make an even bigger impact in the community.

Everyone is invited to celebrate Diwali at the University of Exeter, with students hosting a spectacular event featuring fireworks, dancing, food and games.

A late winner from George Williams saw Exeter City U21 see off Reading U21 4-3 in a thrilling encounter at St James Park.

Exeter City will hold their remembrance ceremony prior to kick-off on Saturday, 14th November as they take on Cheltenham Town.

A resilient Exeter City Women scraped through to the next round of the WNL Cup as they beat Chatham Town 5-3 on penalties.

The Withies welcomed unbeaten league leaders Plymstock Oaks to Raleigh Park on Saturday, knowing they faced a tough test against a side that had made an impressive start to the season. Despite three tries from the home side, the visitors ultimately proved too strong.