Adam Manning

Residents of East Devon have been sharing their views on the closure of banks in their towns and villages.

Exmouth Town Council is writing to The Rt. Hon. Steve Reed, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. This follows on from the recent pollution incident in Exmouth,Exmouth Town Council says it finds the 'failings of the sewer system unacceptable' and shares the views that have been expressed by many of the Town’s residents.

Sidmouth Steppers are holding free taster sessions in October to entice new members to join their group. Taking place on Tuesday October 1 and Tuesday October 8 at the Guide Hut, Lawn Vista in Sidmouth. They are on the lookout for dancers, musicians and acoustic instruments. 

The Town Council manage the waiting list for the Allotments in Higher Ridgeway.

What issues are affecting your area? How safe do you feel walking alone after dark? What is good about your neighbourhood? Devon & Cornwall Police are inviting the public to take part in a new and ongoing community survey to hear their views about issues that are affecting them in their local area. The intention is to provide a permanent way to survey our communities to ask for views on local priorities and topics such as anti-social behaviour (ASB), uniformed police presence, and how safe people feel. Inspector Steve Philp, neighbourhood policing lead, said: “We want to better understand what’s great and what’s not so great about where people live so we can work with residents to tackle any worries and issues. Your opinions will influence the community engagement and delivery of services within your area. “A recent report from His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) positively highlighted our approach to neighbourhood policing but we know we can do more to serve our communities. This is an opportunity to share your views and I want to encourage as many people as possible to fill out the survey.” The HMICFRS PEEL (Police Effectiveness, Efficiency and Legitimacy) 2023-25 report illustrated that the Force works well with communities to understand their needs, building the public’s trust and confidence and encouraging them to share information to help prevent and detect crime. Visit https://alerts-survey.dc.police.uk/Survey/GUID/4be542cd-672a-4842-9eb8-5aa000c42661 to take the Devon & Cornwall Police community survey. Find your neighbourhood policing team and discover upcoming community contact point events in your area where you can speak with officers by visiting Your area | Devon & Cornwall Police (devon-cornwall.police.uk) Get local updates straight to your inbox by signing up to Devon and Cornwall Alert at alerts.dc.police.uk

his year is the first year we have had a programme, and we are delighted it can be brought in so many local shops. Programmes are just £1 and can be purchased from Sidmouth Post Office, Woolbrook News, Gliddons Cooks Corner, Toffee Nosed Sweet Shop, Sidmouth Tourist Information Centre, Wag and Bone (Sidbury), Radway Inn and Fords.

Both Exmouth RNLI boats were launched into service on Wednesday, after reports of sea swimmers who were reported missing.

Clive Hemsley the well known specialist artist in animals ( painted over 2500 canvases) now based in a 1100 century converted church cottage in Axminster Devon

A volunteer tram driver at Seaton Tramway, Matthew Streeton, is featured in the BBC thriller Nightsleeper, now showing on the BBC. Mr Streeton's has recorded some voiceovers for the new BBC drama Nightsleeper, a drama that follows a sleeper train travelling from Glasgow to London, hijacked in a cyber attack. Matthew’s voice brings authenticity to the high-stakes drama.

University of Exeter researchers playing a pivotal role in helping victims of the Post Office Scandal to find compensation and justice have been nominated for a prestigious award.