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£10,000 raised for baby Hallie after mum Caitlin dies in crash

Baby girl’s future at heart of £10,000 appeal after mum dies in car crash

An elaborate underwater sand sculpture featuring giant fish, created over eight days by a team of four sculptors.

An elaborate underwater sand sculpture featuring giant fish, created over eight days by a team of four sculptors.

Meet the Tiverton artist racing the tide in BBC's spectacular sand contest

David Spelman opening his GCSE at Learn Devon (left) and graduating from the University of Exeter (right)

David Spelman opening his GCSE at Learn Devon (left) and graduating from the University of Exeter (right)

East Devon mature student proves it's never too late to return to education

Elizabeth Brown, 69, who died following a collision on the A379 Torquay Road in Shaldon.

Elizabeth Brown, 69, who died following a collision on the A379 Torquay Road in Shaldon.

Family's moving tribute to artist Elizabeth Brown after fatal Shaldon collision

The Pengelly family

The Pengelly family

Local government

Six households move into new affordable homes in East Devon

Cultural attractions

Daughter of Thomas the Tank Engine creator to give talk at Pecorama

Cllr Eric Bowman, who has served on Seaton Town Council since March 2020

Cllr Eric Bowman, who has served on Seaton Town Council since March 2020

The friendly face welcoming thousands of visitors to Seaton every weekend

Seven members of Devon and Cornwall Police will set off from Exeter on a five-day, 350-mile cycle.

Seven members of Devon and Cornwall Police will set off from Exeter on a five-day, 350-mile cycle.

OPINION: Officers cycle 350 miles to honour those lost on duty

From left: Ross, Nik, Adam, Olly and Heidi at Budleigh Salterton beach.

From left: Ross, Nik, Adam, Olly and Heidi at Budleigh Salterton beach.

Devon friends aim for world record swimming in the Channel

Expect classic summer fete charm at Axmouth Village Show

Expect classic summer fete charm at Axmouth Village Show

What’s On this Saturday in East Devon

Martin Davies CBE receives his Commander of the Order of the British Empire from His Majesty the King during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.

Martin Davies CBE receives his Commander of the Order of the British Empire from His Majesty the King during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle.

King's honour crowns Cosmic chair for championing disability inclusion

Family pay tribute to 'amazing' woman who died in plane crash

Les Carroll is a veteran skydiver

Les Carroll is a veteran skydiver

Veteran skydiver aims high as he chases world glory at the age of 69

Mark Budd, executive head chef at Bovey Castle in Devon.

Mark Budd, executive head chef at Bovey Castle in Devon.

Devon chef who cooked for royal family shares best barbecue tips

Arabella was accompanied by her friends Chris Hayden and Ruby McCombe.

Arabella was accompanied by her friends Chris Hayden and Ruby McCombe.

Teen completes 50km walk in East Devon under summer sun for charity

From left: Chief Constable James Vaughan, Chief Officer Ashley Frayling and Lord Lieutenant Colonel Sir Edward Bolitho at the Long Service Awards.

From left: Chief Constable James Vaughan, Chief Officer Ashley Frayling and Lord Lieutenant Colonel Sir Edward Bolitho at the Long Service Awards.

Devon and Cornwall Police

Devon lecturer and volunteer officer honoured for 19 years' service

TRIP founder Val Royle has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the King's Honours List.

TRIP founder Val Royle has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the King's Honours List.

Royal recognition for woman who helped transform rural transport links

Food in Community co-founder, David Markson

Food in Community co-founder, David Markson

New Devon project gives surplus organic veg a second life

Irys with Michael Patch from Reaching for Independence.

Irys with Michael Patch from Reaching for Independence.

Local government

Teenage girl with disability gains independence with support from Devon council

How colour can improve a disabled person's life and why choice is essential

The Honiton Carers Support Group at last year's Charter Day in the town

The Honiton Carers Support Group at last year's Charter Day in the town

Caring for the carers: Support available across the area

Pauline and Alan Rowe.

Pauline and Alan Rowe.

East Devon barber to take on 10-mile challenge with wife

Ron Howe in his bike shop in Tiverton

Ron Howe in his bike shop in Tiverton

BMX pioneer Ron Howe remembered as the heart and soul of Westexe

Across East Devon, several charities say demand for volunteers is growing

Across East Devon, several charities say demand for volunteers is growing

How East Devon’s volunteers can make a difference every day

Bernard Bartlett has been a bell-ringer at St Mary's Church for more than 70 years.

Bernard Bartlett has been a bell-ringer at St Mary's Church for more than 70 years.

Upottery bell ringer honoured after more than 70 years of village service

Children at the allotments

Children at the allotments

Joy as young children visit East Devon allotments

Anuki Abeywickrama, a Year 4 student at Axminster Primary Academy.

Anuki Abeywickrama, a Year 4 student at Axminster Primary Academy.

Axminster nine-year-old pupil publishes debut fantasy novel

Sue Monger at the Royal Garden Party with the King

Sue Monger at the Royal Garden Party with the King

Cancer survivor’s royal tea party joy after year of chemotherapy

Malcolm in his beloved RAF jeep

Malcolm in his beloved RAF jeep

94-year-old stalwart to receive special honour at Devon County Show

Young Axminster eco hero earns Blue Peter badge for litter-picking efforts

Doctor who met husband outside mortuary marks 50 years treating patients

There are new Dexter Young Handler Classes at the 2026 Devon County Show

There are new Dexter Young Handler Classes at the 2026 Devon County Show

All you need to know about this year’s Devon County Show 2026

Nick (Centre) with ColinDunn and Neil Potter

Nick (Centre) with ColinDunn and Neil Potter

Inside East Devon Crematorium where compassion guides families through grief

Tom and Ben at Jewson

Tom and Ben at Jewson

Devon landscaper transforms young girl’s life with free garden makeover

Betty celebrates her 105th birthday with friends and family

Betty celebrates her 105th birthday with friends and family

Dominoes and shopping trips still keep Seaton’s Betty going at 105

Jane Rogers riding BECORRIEVIEW OSCAR at Badminton Horse Trials, Gloucestershire.

Jane Rogers riding BECORRIEVIEW OSCAR at Badminton Horse Trials, Gloucestershire.

Axminster event rider finishes in national top 10 at horse trials

The 100 Million Hour Movement is aiming to increase volunteering hours

The 100 Million Hour Movement is aiming to increase volunteering hours

National campaign calls on South West employers to get involved

Becky Woodhead at Slimming World promotional display
(Credit : Submitted)

Becky Woodhead at Slimming World promotional display
(Credit : Submitted)

Five stone lighter Becky steps up to guide others on slimming journey

Baby John with his mum and dad, Gemma and John

Baby John with his mum and dad, Gemma and John

Mum takes on 63 mile ride in memory of baby son lost too soon

Adrian Blake with family

Adrian Blake with family

Family rally round dad after cruel illness sparks emotional wish list

Gareth Roscoe has achieved full crew status on Lyme Regis lifeboat.

Gareth Roscoe has achieved full crew status on Lyme Regis lifeboat.

Lyme Regis RNLI

Volunteer becomes fully qualified RNLI crew member after hard work

Founders Mark and Vanessa McGlade

Founders Mark and Vanessa McGlade

East Devon home care business founders retire after 15 years of service

A special cafe event at Talaton Village Hall

A special cafe event at Talaton Village Hall

Big £250,000 cash injection for rural Devon

Osi Henderson, a pupil at Hawkchurch CE Primary School, was diagnosed with epilepsy at the beginning of 2025

Osi Henderson, a pupil at Hawkchurch CE Primary School, was diagnosed with epilepsy at the beginning of 2025

Schoolboy goes the extra mile to raise £1,119 after epilepsy diagnosis

Chris Taylor, TRIP Volunteer), Steve Brownridge (TRIP Trustee), Duncan Sheridan-Shawstaff member from Tesco, and Jeff Lewis, Transport Manager at TRIP

Chris Taylor, TRIP Volunteer), Steve Brownridge (TRIP Trustee), Duncan Sheridan-Shawstaff member from Tesco, and Jeff Lewis, Transport Manager at TRIP

Tesco agrees dedicated drop-off point for community transport users

BEAUTIFUL: The barn owl

BEAUTIFUL: The barn owl

Clubs and societies

Exciting programme of talks planned this season at The Beehive

Village branch of Royal British Legion calls for new volunteers

A satellite image of the Sea Shanty Holiday Park, which is temporarily closed after a cliff fall (Image courtesy: Google Maps).

A satellite image of the Sea Shanty Holiday Park, which is temporarily closed after a cliff fall (Image courtesy: Google Maps).

Devon holiday park awaiting expert report after landslip on iconic walking route

The Three Cups: Top left: John Dover. Bottom left: Cllr Philip Evans

The Three Cups: Top left: John Dover. Bottom left: Cllr Philip Evans

Renewed action to establish 'exactly what is happening' to derelict hotel

Christopher Tribble, president of the Devon branch of the National Association of Head Teachers, and the head of Honiton Primary School (Image courtesy: Christopher Tribble).

Christopher Tribble, president of the Devon branch of the National Association of Head Teachers, and the head of Honiton Primary School (Image courtesy: Christopher Tribble).

Headteacher speaks out on violence in Devon schools

Homebuilder in Devon championing women in construction

Victoria-Jayne using the Priority Assistance service in Tesco with Raine aiding Victoria with her weekly shop.

Victoria-Jayne using the Priority Assistance service in Tesco with Raine aiding Victoria with her weekly shop.

How supermarkets and shops are improving in catering for disabled people

Mary Teresa Jones died in hospital two days after being hit by a car last December

Mary Teresa Jones died in hospital two days after being hit by a car last December

Road Traffic Collision

Daughter pays tribute to 'very kind, generous and spiritual' woman killed in crash

Former police officer due in court charged with misconduct in public office

Former police officer due in court charged with misconduct in public office

Devon and Cornwall Police

Former Devon and Cornwall police officer to appear in court this week