Honiton 
Facelift for Honiton Library as readers return after lockdown
Young readers found a jungle theme waiting for them at Honiton Library this week after lockdown was lifted. The New Street building has been given a…
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East Devon 
Kitesurfer seen struggling near Budleigh sparks launch of Exmouth lifeboat
A kitesurfer spotted in difficulty in the water near Budleigh Salterton sparked the launch of the Exmouth lifeboat. Exmouth inshore lifeboat launched at around 11.30am on…
Exmouth 
‘Unwell’ kayaker who capsized on River Exe rescued from water by Exmouth RNLI
An ‘unwell’ kayaker who capsized on the River Exe was rescued by Exmouth RNLI this morning (Wednesday, April 14). The town’s inshore lifeboat and coastguard helicopter…
Axminster 
Bonfire left to burn in Axminster prompts fire crew to call for care and issue safety warning
Axminster firefighters have urged vigilance when lighting bonfires after the crew was called to tackle a blaze at the town’s old skate park. The crew was…
Sidmouth 
Work on £9million Sidmouth sea defence plans paused so ‘bigger and better’ options can be explored
Work on plans to protect Sidmouth from the sea has been paused so the potential for ‘bigger and better’ defences can be explored. East Devon District…
What's On 
Tickets go on sale for 2021 Devon County Show after ‘overwhelming’ public support for event
Tickets have gone on sale for the 2021 Devon County Show after ‘overwhelming’ public support for the event to go ahead. This year’s three-day show, at…
Exeter 
Backpacker hostel in Exeter could be turned into apartments after pandemic hits trade
An iconic Exeter hostel for backpackers could be turned into apartments after its trade was hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. Owners of the Globe Backpackers, in…
Features 
Exmouth: Family shares Tim Mock’s last letter of thanks and unseen story of his lifeboat life
A last letter of thanks penned by Exmouth RNLI ‘hero’ coxswain Tim Mock shortly before he died has been shared by his family. Married Tim, who…
Exmouth 
‘A true RNLI legend, he will always be part of Exmouth lifeboat history’ – town pays tribute to ‘hero’ Tim Mock, who has died
“A fine man and coxswain, and committed to the Exmouth lifeboat station and RNLI.” Tributes have been paid to lifeboat ‘legend’ Tim Mock, a retired Exmouth…
East Devon 
Antique tractors worth £35,000 destroyed in East Devon arson attack
Police are investigating an arson attack on a barn in Southleigh, East Devon, which destroyed three antique tractors worth £35,000. Officers believe the culprits could have…