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Elliot Woodford
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Exeter & East Devon News
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New East Devon councillor elected to the Exmouth Brixington ward
Following a by-election held in the Exmouth Brixington ward, Councillor Aurora Bailey has been elected to East Devon District Council (EDDC).
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Colyford pushes for more action in ongoing spat with Colyton
Action has been requested by an East Devon parish in an ongoing spat with its neighbour.
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New policy launched to help ensure good communication with hospital patients
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has launched its new Patient Communications Policy, outlining the core principles, guidance and legal obligations for all forms of communication with, and about, patients.
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Social prescribing pilot in Exeter’s emergency department aims to better support people’s health and wellbeing
An innovative pilot project in the emergency department (ED) at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s RD&E Hospital (Wonford) is connecting patients with practical, social and emotional needs that affect their health and wellbeing to activities, groups and services in their own community.
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How city’s traffic troubles influenced council vote
The shadow of Exeter’s controversial Low Traffic Neighbourhood project loomed large over the city council elections.
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Big night for Labour as Exeter sees red
Labour have kept control of Exeter City Council with an increased majority, but it was an Independent win in Heavitree that shared the limelight as the city went to the polls.
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Bicton students complete gruelling challenge
Students from Bicton College have completed a 100 mile expedition from Dorset to Bicton College.
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Consultation on moving Tipton St John primary school
The Governors of the Otter Valley Federation are consulting on a proposal to transfer Tipton St John C of E Primary School to a brand new school building on a site at Thorne Farm in Ottery St Mary.
South Devon News
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Teignbridge Councillors still denied access to offices.
Teignbridge Council members elected to office continue to face restrictions on direct access to staff due to past incidents of threats, bullying, and intimidation. Since the onset of the pandemic, councillors have been unable to utilise their passes to gain entry to offices at Forde House in Newton Abbot.
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Increase in children living in temporary accommodation in Teignbridge
Recent data from the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has revealed a concerning increase in the number of children residing in temporary accommodation in Teignbridge, mirroring a nationwide trend.
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Teignbridge adults more active than others in the South West
Fresh statistics unveiled a promising surge in physical activity among adults in Teignbridge, outpacing the regional average in the South West, according to recent data released by Sport England.
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Local Consortium to take over Torquay United Football Club
A group of local businessmen are poised to rescue financially struggling Torquay United from its recent administration woes.
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Success spurs community group’s expansion plans
A Devon ‘making, mending and meeting’ group is hoping to celebrate its first anniversary with a clutch of new helpers as demand for places continues to grow.
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Devolution must move on from ‘meagre gruel’
Torbay has decided to join Devon County Council in a devolution deal which starts with meagre fare but promises fine dining in the future.
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Multiple arrests and drug seizures made in undercover police patrol
Police in Torquay are clamping down on drugs and anti-social behaviour in the town centre, targeting wanted offenders, shoplifters, and individuals dealing and taking the illegal substances.
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Brixham homes plan rejected despite ‘NIMBY’ claim
Green fields on the outskirts of Brixham will stay undeveloped despite developers accusing Torbay Council of pandering to residents who just don’t want building in their back yards.
Devon News
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Devon’s young people make their mark in youth vote
During February and March, young people from across Devon voted for the issues that matter most to them in the Make Your Mark national ballot. And the results can now be revealed!
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Devon goes to the polls today
The County goes to the polls today with Council elections in Exeter and County wide vote for a new Police and Crime Commissioner.
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David Attenborough urges people to postpone routine garden task until July
Sir David Attenborough Urges Delay in Lawn Mowing Until Mid-July to Support Insect Welfare
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Do you know the consequences of anti-social behaviour?
As the weather begins to warm up, Devon & Cornwall Police is reminding teenagers and their parents to think about the consequences of anti-social behaviour (ASB).
Local Sport News
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Local rugby fixtures for this weekend
This weekend sees the final of the Devon Senior Cup
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Local football report from the weekend
A round up of all the local football action from the weekend
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Mid-week local football results
A round up of all of this weeks local football results
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Local football fixtures for this weekend
We look ahead to this weeks local football fixtures as the season draws to an end.