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Opinion Paul Arnott: Autumn in East Devon is very different in 2020

Yesterday, 17:00 Paul Arnott

Ottery Tar Barrels 2019. Picture: Alex Walton Photography

In his latest column, East Devon leader discusses how his usual autumn tradition has had to change, as has the district council’s constitution

Ubereats comes to Exmouth

Yesterday, 13:54 Daniel Wilkins

Ubereats is coming to Exmouth. Picture: Ubereats

Takeaway food ordering service Ubereats is expanding into Exmouth.

Opinion ‘I believe it is more important than ever to back local businesses’

Yesterday, 12:00 Michael Caines

Locally sourced produce Picture: Getty Images

In his latest column, Michael Caones highlights the Devon-based suppliers he uses

Our Place Our Planet website launched to highlight how Exmouth could reduce its carbon footprint

Yesterday, 08:00 Daniel Wilkins

Nicky Nicholls (left) mayor Steve Gazzard and his consort Diane Love. Picture: Jayphotos.co.uk

A website dedicated to highlighting the steps Exmouth can take to reduce carbon emissions has been launched.

Opinion Shop Local - your independent businesses need you

Thu, 17:00 Simon Jupp

East Devon MP Simon Jupp in a local butchers. Picture: Simon Jupp

In his latest column, East Devon MP Simon Jupp writes about the need for the community to support its local independent businesses

Deaf Academy students enjoy visit to World of Country Life

Thu, 12:00 Daniel Wilkins

Nikki James with a Deaf Academy student at World of Country Life. Picture: Deaf Academy

Students from the Deaf Academy in Exmouth took advantage of the opportunity to visit one of the town’s most popular attractions.

Exmouth youngster hailed as ‘lockdown legends’ for using creativity to improve wellbeing

Thu, 08:00 Daniel Wilkins

Eva and Star Watson. Picture: Hayley Watson

A couple of young ‘lockdown legends’ in Exmouth have been recognised for their contribution during the coronavirus pandemic.

Exmouth Community College pupils have been ‘remarkable’ in the face of ‘massive’ upheaval

Wed, 17:00 Fran Mcelhone

Exmouth Community College students have shown ‘huge resilience’ in responding to the new restrictions that are in place throughout the school.

Exmouth RNLI crew in double incident call out

Wed, 11:39 Daniel Wilkins

Exmouth Inshore Lifeboat launches to attend the assignments. Picture: Exmouth RNLI

Exmouth RNLI’s inshore lifeboat was launched on Sunday (October 25) after two incidents in the River Exe.

‘Heroes of the high street’ offering meals for children during half term

Wed, 08:00 Fran Mcelhone

Chris Fletcher, of the Gingerbread House and Emma Barker of Granny Gothards. Picture: Fran Mcelhone

Kind-hearted small businesses in Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton have been offering “free school meals” this half term “because the government isn’t”.

‘No knock’ trick-or-treat for children in Exmouth neighbourhood

Tue, 13:45 Daniel Wilkins

Residents in the Langstone Drive area of Exmouth have organised a Halloween with a difference. Picture: Dani Masters

Children in the Langstone Drive area of Exmouth are gearing up for a Halloween trick-or-treat with a difference this year.

Table-top sale raises vital funds for Exmouth in Bloom

Tue, 12:00 Daniel Wilkins

Table top sale for Exmouth in Bloom. Picture: Marion Drew

A third table-top sale held this year for Exmouth in Bloom raised more than £680 for the volunteer-run group.

Devon streetlights set to be converted to energy efficient LED

Tue, 08:00 Daniel Wilkins

Streelight contractors. Picture: Stuart Nicol Photography,

Some 79,000 streetlight across Devon will be converted to LED lights within the next two years – reducing carbon emissions by 75 per cent.

Indoor Market display opportunity for Community arts and crafts groups

Mon, 17:00 Daniel Wilkins

Jerry Miller (right), manager of Exmouth Indoor Market, and John Langdon (left) caretaker. Picture: Jerry Miller

Following a ‘desperate’ period during lockdown for Exmouth’s Indoor Market, community groups are being urged to take empty stalls rent free.

Devon opinions sought on NHS 111 service

Mon, 12:39 Daniel Wilkins

Dr Justin Geddes, CEO of Healthwatch in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay. Picture: GRW Photography

A new public survey has been launched to try to find out more about people’s experiences using the NHS 111 service in Devon.

Second book published on history of Bystock and Marley

Mon, 08:00 Daniel Wilkins

The latest book recounting the history of the Bystock and Marley estates has been published.

Exmouth Town all set for Wellington visit - Saturday’s local football preview

Yesterday, 10:31 Steve Birley

Action from the Honiton Town 6-3 defeat at Bovey Tracey. Picture: ANDREW SYMONDS

A look at the local football for the final Saturday of October.

Liam Cook playing key role in the rise and rise of Brazilian ladies cricket

Thu, 15:54 steve birley

The Brazilian ladies cricket team. Picture: LIAM COOK

Liam Cook is back in Brazil working with the national ladies’ cricket XI, writes Steve Birley.

Exmouth Town edged out in close encounter at Tavistock

Thu, 08:23 Steve Birley

Exmouth Town striker Jordan Harris in action during the meeting with Hallen at Southern Road. Picture; GERRY HUNT

Exmouth Town suffered a second defeat in three Toolstation Western League outings when beaten 3-2 at Tavistock on Wednesday night.

Doyle-Stott stars as Budleigh U18s net derby draw

Thu, 08:00

Budleigh Salterton U18s, players and management. Picture: SPURSTOM

Honours ended even when Budleigh Salterton Under-18s met Clyst Valley in a Devon Youth League North Division fixture, writes SpursTom.

Chudleigh and Dickinson net in Exmouth Spartans derby win

Thu, 08:00

Exmouth Spartans took the honours in their Joma Devon & Exeter League Division One East derby meeting with Lympstone, winning the contest 2-1.

Yukon at the double as Robinettes draw at Shaldon

Thu, 08:00

Budleigh Salterton ladies who won their opening game of the new Devon League season, 2-1 at Ottery St Mary before going down 5-3 against Signal Box Oak Villa. Picture; SPURSTOM

Budleigh Salterton ladies shared four goals when they visited Shaldon Villa to contest a Westward Developments Devon Womens League Match, writes SpursTom.

Exmouth Town in midweek action at Tavistock

Wed, 10:51 Steve Birley

Exmouth Town playmaker Aaron Denny in action during the home win over Hallen. Picture; GARRY HUNT

A look ahead to tonight’s Toolstation Western League game for Exmouth Town at Tavistock

Budleigh boss speaks about the defeat at Alphington

Wed, 10:47 Steve Birley

A chat with Budleigh Salterton manager Dan Carthew following his side’s 4-1 defeat at Alphington in their latest Scott Richards Solicitors Devon League fixture.

Robins grounded by four-goal Moody

Wed, 07:14

Budleigh Salterton suffered a 4-1 defeat at Alphington in their latest Scott Richards Solicitors Devon League North & East outing, writes Alan Beer.

Ford can’t stop scoring and Exmouth Rovers can’t stop winning

Wed, 07:14

Honiton 2nds at home to East Budleigh. Ref mhsp 40-16TI 9156. Picture: Terry Ife

James Clark and Felix Ford netted the goals that gave Exmouth Rovers a 2-0 win over Lyme Regis Reserves.

Brilliant Biddick launches new point-to-point season with treble triumph at Ottery St Mary

Wed, 07:09

Members' race at Ottery St Mary. P1081-10-10TI Point 2 Point at OSM. The 1st Race.

The new British point-to-point season got under way on the penultimate Saturday of October at Ottery St Mary under strict protocol due to COVID-19 stipulations, writes Granville Taylor.

Bailey stars as Brixington Blues Under-13s defeat Okehampton

Tue, 09:15

Brixington Blues Under-13s were 4-0 winners when they met Okehampton in an Exeter & District Youth League game.

Schlaefli nets as Town Reserves are edged out at St Martins

Tue, 09:15

Exmouth Town Reserves who have made a fine start to the Scott Richards Solictors Devon League North & East campiagn. Picture; ETFC

Exmouth Town Reserves suffered their first defeat in five games when they were beaten 2-1 away at St Martins.

Budleigh Triples League serves up two superb close encounters of the bowling kind

Tue, 09:14

Madeira bowls. Ref exsp 6936-21-15SH. Picture: Simon Horn

Two closely contested matches at Cricket Field Lane in the Tuesday morning Triples League were played out last week as both winning teams came from behind in the closing stages, writes David Roberts.

Laverock sparkles as East Budleigh win well at Dunkeswell

Tue, 09:14

There were mixed fortunes for the two East Budleigh senior teams in their respective Joma Devon & Exeter League outings on the penultimate Saturday of October.