Devon's schools could soon be forced to shut on Friday afternoons due to budget pressures, a leading councillor has predicted.

Major changes are being planned to the way Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service operates

Councillors turn down an application to build an S-shaped cottage at All Saints, near Axminster

Andi Darbey and her friends surpassed their fundraising target by more than £1,000 after bike ride around London

Pair plan to visit all 75 Royal Biritsh Legion branches in Devon in aid of the Poppy Appeal

Dalwood pub regulars support the Axminster-based counselling service

Members of the De La Pole Lodge donate £1,860 to Seaton Hospiscare@Home service.

The Phoenicia will spend the weekend moored alongside the town's historic Cobb harbour

Annual Chardstock event raises more than £800 for worthy causes

Overturned vehicle severely damaged in blaze at Southleigh

Simon Rowswell has his head shaved to raise almost £900

A Honiton stalwart who has donated more than 4,000 mobility aids to people in need has received royal recognition.

Jewellery including a Pandora necklace and an Armani watch have been stolen from a Honiton home.

Judge calls for psychiatric reports on a man who set fire to his block of flats

Tiverton and Honiton's MP says Mr Gove would ensure westcountry agriculture thrives after Brexit

Chard School youngsters collect prizes at the Ilminster Literary Festival

Tiverton and Honiton MP says Michael Gove will safeguard westcountry farmers after Brexit

Seaton Tesco customers can choose from three worthy schemes to support

Drop-in advice clinics are being planned for Seaton and Axminster

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