Police were called to Dunkeswell Aerodrome just before 1pm yesterday, Saturday 28 February, following concerns for the welfare of a male skydiver.
Emergency Services attended the scene, where sadly a 49-year-old man was confirmed deceased. His family have been informed.
Scene guards remain in place currently, and enquiries are ongoing into the incident by the relevant agencies.
Man jailed after sexually assaulting teenage girls in Exeter
In the space of one hour on the evening of 9 May 2025, Sonny Boyes carried out multiple sexual offences against two teenage girls in Exeter. Today, 6 March, the 19-year-old appeared at Exeter Crown Court where the judge jailed him for 17 years, described him as having ‘breathless arrogance and distorted thinking’.
Consultation on Dryden Road reopens after short pause
Public consultation on possible changes to Dryden Road in Exeter has reopened.
Royal Devon leads NHS England-backed pilot to evaluate Ambient Voice Technology in Emergency Departments
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is launching a pilot to evaluate the use of Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) in its Emergency Departments (ED), supported by NHS England.
Councillors pledge to recognise and protect the rights of rivers in East Devon
At a council meeting this week, councillors debated a Motion on Notice: Recognising and Protecting the Rights of Rivers in East Devon, reflecting the strength of feeling locally and nationally about the health of rivers and waterways.
Register to vote ahead of Exeter local elections
Residents are being reminded to check they are registered to vote ahead of the Exeter City Council elections on Thursday 7 May.
Rail giant ready for battle over Exeter shop’s booze licence
One of Britain’s biggest transport companies is preparing to fight an Exeter business in a battle over late-night booze.
Police appeal for information following a serious injury collision on the A35 at Axminster
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a serious road traffic collision on A35, at Axminster, on Wednesday 4 March.
Exeter GPs expand neighbourhood health services
Patients in Exeter will benefit from improved access to local healthcare as St Leonard’s Practice opens five new clinical rooms to expand neighbourhood health services.
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A walk around Exmouth, finding Wellies, completing a quiz with a Certificate and Badge on completion.
Friendly weekly activity club which will provide a chance for people to get out of the house and meet other people.
at Palmer House
