Local News
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Firecrews battle high moorland fires
27 acres burn on Dartmoor
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£7m boost for Devon's walking & cycling paths
Lace up and pump up!
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Teignbridge GP merger on the cards
Two could become one
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National Insurance hike will hit Devon hospice
"Tax the wealthy, not care providers!"
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Torquay's big wheel debate reignited
Will it keep turning in 2025?
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Man knocked unconscious in Saltash fight
Another man arrested
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Could Dartmoor charge entry fees?
Take a hike!
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North Devon present local government reorganisation idea
1-4-5 plan will be dependent on what happens in Exeter
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Former college site to become electrical superstore
HBH Woolacotts are moving from the high street
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Concerns grow for missing Paignton girl
Have you seen Shereene Southwell
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Police investigating Plymouth assault
It happened in the Efford area
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New entity hoping for £20 million for projects across Devon
The Devon and Torbay combined county authority optimistic
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Priorities set for last year of rural funding pot in Torridge
Water quality top of the agenda
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Exmouth MP concerned about being ‘purposefully’ ignored on farming issues
David Reed claims repeated invites to Defra ignored
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Loos to shut at Dartmeet
But Lydford toilets to reopen
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Devoncast – Planning controversies, council rejigs and lessons from a by-election
Councillor Ian Barlow joins as guest
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Exeter ready to go it alone in Devon councils shake-up
'Let’s make the most of the government’s faith in us'
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Fresh plea on Totnes Castle opening hours
'There is a deep concern about this'
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Applause as South Hams backs 'missing link' cycle path
'The enthusiasm has always been there'
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PCC 'deeply disappointed' at forces handling of complaints
They have 'not provided an acceptable service'
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Angry South Hams councillors resist Plymouth 'land grab'
'Plymouth has no experience of delivering rural services'
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Labour votes against Devon’s council revamp proposals
Some Labour members vented frustration
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Angry councillor stripped of Torbay 'champion' role
'This is a personal vendetta and a political vendetta'
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When are Devon's elections happening, and why?
Dozens of people will be putting their names forward even if their time in the spotlight doesn’t last long
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Why Torbay wants to be left alone in council shake-up
But councillors warn the bay it won't emerge unscathed
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Parking fines bring in £1million a year in Torbay
War of words followed late-night ticket
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National hospitality chain takes over Tavistock clothing store
The cafe and bar will focus on family dining
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Pedestrian suffers broken hand in hit and run
Nissan driver left the scene
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Torbay Council to meet Torquay United over ‘fan zone’ plans
'The area is currently a dog toilet' says co-chairman
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Two people sought following alleged distraction thefts
Police need help with enquiries
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DCC delayed Ofsted report likely to come after elections
Not likely until May
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Policing in Plymouth “poor value for money” says council leader
Only ten per cent of hotspot patrolling hours allocated
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86-home scheme for East Devon village goes to appeal
Disappointment has been expressed by Feniton parish council
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Man pleads guilty to killing university lecturer
Devon and Cornwall Police have referred themselves to the watchdog
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Child rapist jailed for 20 years
Victims impacted for many years
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Plymouth told 'hands off' South Hams
'The whole thing is a nonsense'
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Multiple fire crews tackle thatch house blaze
Residents advised to close windows
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Drive through for fast food restaurant approved
Traffic issues addressed
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Plymouth population could increase if expansion happens
Support for 13 parish extension
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Hospiscare raises over £125k from men's walk
Over 1,500 took part
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Man in critical condition following Shaldon crash
23 year-old was rushed to Derriford
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Pet crematorium gets the go-ahead
Reassurances given over odours and pollution
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Exeter pledges to ‘stay focused’ despite devolution distractions
'Once in a generation opportunity for the city'
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Chiefs lose Premiership Cup Final
Match Report: Exeter Chiefs 14, Bath 48
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Bicton College celebrates 'outstanding' Ofsted report
Historic report for the East Devon facility
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Heathland fire ran for quarter of a mile
Molland Common blaze took five hours to put out
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Tidal barrier to cost nearly a quarter of a billion pounds
Barge arrives for Bridgwater
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Public voices need to be heard among “land grab” fears
Conservative MP launches survey
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Plymouth could extend borders to take in 13 extra parishes
Options to be discussed
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Devon Deaf Academy students train police officers
For police to understand more about deaf people
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Torbay Council apologises over meeting mix-up
All questions and answers to be published online
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Devon MPs call for action on deprivation
'This is a part of the country that is often forgotten'
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By-election for Tavistock North
Cllr Ursula Mann praised
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Two Devon based cocaine traffickers jailed
Stephen Wills and Leum Barrett behind bars
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Devoncast - An air raid, a big boost and a district that punches above its weight
Plus, why one local councillor won't apologise
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Lib Dems win Exe Valley by-election
Fabian King returns with Reform UK nearly second
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Proposal to split Devon into three councils backed by Mid Devon
It's the so-called '1-5-4 plan'
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Plymouth man avoids jail for inciting racial hatred
Dean Podesta was handed a suspended sentence
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Plea to keep Totnes Castle open all year round
Fears of vandalism if it shuts for the winter
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Parking charges to increase in Plymouth
RingGo users will now have to pay the service charge
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Mixed picture as DCC overspend reversed but savings target off
Devon County Council is predicting it will miss its £50m savings target
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Seven fire crews tackling blaze at North Devon derelict house
Broke out near Bideford
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Devon man raises thousands for Hospiscare
Jim Bray received a 'Hospice Hero' medal
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Teenage boy arrested following Plymouth nightclub fire
13-year-old released under investigation
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Neighbourhood plan to go to referendum
Councillor praised for "dogged determination"
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Paignton ‘eyesore’ demolition plan splits town
'Are we really prepared to see yet another hole torn into the heart of Paignton?'
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Police hunting for wanted Plymouth man
He might have shaved his beard off
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Devon getting advice on special needs' provision
Exeter MP says service is in 'disarray'
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Public booze ban for Okehampton and Tavistock
But it's fine as long as you behave
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Torbay Council asked 'did you run out of paint' for yellow lines?
Councillors say new restrictions don't go far enough
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Plymouth piloting Labour's breakfast clubs
National rollout expected
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East Devon planning fee hikes loom
Council sick of paying for mistakes
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New trains heading for Devon and Cornwall
GWR to replace older diesels
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Steam engine's first journey in memory of Devon boy
VIDEO: The Lord Oliver Brown chugs along Plym Valley
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Not much interest in community survey
But Mid Devon still thinks it's worth doing
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Fire pit causes fire!
It spreads to two properties
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Cheaper tolls for Tamar crossings supported
Locals should benefit, says committee
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Should developers should be stumping up more cash for health?
Plymouth councillor says yes given all homes planned
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Man wanted on recall to prison
Have you seen Tyler Evans?
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Devoncast- Cranbrook, homes under fire and a Finnish connection
Cllr Kevin Blakey joins us as a guest this week
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Man charged following suspected acid attack in Plymouth
Israel Augustus to appear before Plymouth Magistrates'
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Hundreds of drugs seized across Devon in raids
Street value of £250,000
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Social housing tenants rush to beat 'right-to-buy' changes
Discounts reduced from £102,000 to £30,000
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Nicotine-free vapes in Devon found to contain nicotine
One in eight products has additive drug
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Vulnerable person safeguarded after drugs raid
Cannabis plants and equipment destroyed
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New homes given go-ahead near Barnstaple
Despite concerns about infrastructure and doctors
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Plymouth man jailed for BB gun attack
3 years for Aiden Cashley, 23
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Council home buying frenzy in East Devon
Budget sparks Right-to-Buy surge
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Devon libraries saves World Book Day!
Last-Minute costume panic?
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Mid Devon carers receive leisure centre discount
25 per cent discount on membership
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Child sex offender jailed
Samuel Netley, 32 was sentenced at Plymouth Crown Court
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London man arrested following Plymouth acid attack
25-year-old in custody on suspicion of attempted murder
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A hundred jobs lost as bakery closes
Crusty Cobb had eight shops
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Exmouth Community College joins Tedd Wragg Trust
Academy trust takes over another school
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Torridge's secures £21m for regeneration projects
Businesses thrive, bills ease
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Devon's bikeability gets a boost
More funding for popular scheme
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Darts fever hits Devon
Top four battle heats up in Exeter
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Full steam ahead on Devon's new station
Travel boom spurs rail expansion
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Former council offices wins redevelopment appeal
New care buildings for Sidmouth
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29 Devon primaries piloting breakfast clubs
Has your child's made the list?
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Plymouth mayor petition loses hundreds of signatures
Poll will still go ahead
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Low mammogram uptake in the South West
Officials concerned
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Plymouth's cursing industry sailing high!
Last year was record-breaking
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£5 Council Tax Hike for Devon Firefighters
Tax rise to plug service gap
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Exeter students could set new bubble record
Video attempt sent off
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New Look for RD&E Children's department
Young fundraiser cuts ribbon
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Supervised brushing lessons expands across Devon
Primary years get brushing Boost
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Major interactive sculpture planned for Plymouth
Never been shown outside London
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Royal Opening for Exeter sexual assault centre
Queen unveils new plaque
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Torridge residents face council tax hike
Budget held up by waste grant
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AI could reduce Plymouth's social care admin
Jobs will not be cut
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Exeter MP backs Mpox vaccine centre
Public risk remains low
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Dartmoor businesses brace for parking hike
Devon drivers to pay more
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Council u-turns on Paignton YMCA project
Holiday flats to house care leavers
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Devon braces for more gales
Batten down the hatches... again!
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Two arrested after 'unexplained' death in Plymouth
Police warn of social media rumours
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Record Christmas tree collection for Hospiscare
Money will fund vital home visits
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Dual parking fees to come to South Hams
What you pay depends on where you live
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Girl in hospital after suspected hit-and-run
Van hits horserider in Launceston
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Homes boost for Plymouth veterans and families
City's first council homes in 40 years
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Two children among four injured in Plymouth assaults
Man due in court
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Mid Devon launches nappy recycling pilot
Trails begin in April
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County Council facing £4m overspend
Care costs pushing bills
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Mid Devon Leisure fees go up
Low-income & young users hit hardest
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Repeat offender jailed again
7 more years for David Taylor
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Elderly couple rescued from trapped car
Specialist team responded
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Images released after Axminster sports club break-in
It happened in October
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Devon braces for New Year gales
Plymouth in for a battering
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Caravan fire treated as arson
Investigations underway
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Two Devon-made shows hit London
One has been extended
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Council fights unreleased Ofsted report
Authority still rated inadequate
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Ancient tree fossil unearthed in Devon
Scientists excited by discovery
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Women punched and glassed in street attack
Public rushes to help
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Iconic Exeter hotel will be rebuilt
Royal Clarence sold to new owners
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Argyle beat Bristol Rovers on penalties
Game drawn at full-time
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Two arrested after body found in car
Suspects knew victim
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Devon Councils explore unitary merger
Is a shake-up on the way?
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Torquay police target county line dealers
Three detained. One with a knife
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Legal battle blocks Newton Abbot homes
‘cultural vandalism’ say crits
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Plymouth drops special school plan
A hundred places at risk
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Festive fall-out over Brixham boat of lights
Christmas cheer causes council clash
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Plymouth bottle Wembley final
Manager apologises to fans
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Wayne Rooney for Argyle?
Former England striker 'expected' to become manager
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Storm Darragh wreaks havoc on Devon
Thousands still without power
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£15,000 worth of surfboards stolen
Trailer nicked in car park
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Recycle your tree to help Hospiscare
Charity hopes to plug funding gap
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Acting police chief suspended
Jim Colwell under investigation
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Plymouth councilors urged to ditch cars
Bus use scrutinized after major investment
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Topsham repair cafe inspires Exeter students
Don't buy ... fix!
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Exeter College honours leading apprentices
Ceremony back after covid
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Storm Bert causes chaos across Devon
Trains to London cancelled
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Man dies after colliding with a lorry on A30
Passenger also hurt
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East Devon school site protected from housing
Plan amended to fight off developers
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InExeter staying for another 5 years
£2.8m will fund city improvements
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Young patients treated to new waiting room
Revamp funded through chairty
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Snow arrives in Devon
Chaos on roads. Many schools shut
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£750K windfall for East Devon residents
Citizens Advice help the vulnerable
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MP urges foreign secretary to help with abduction case
Gilmour fights for family
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Massive South Devon housing plan stalled
8 hour meeting raises concerns
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Decision on Morocco power cable link plans delayed
Over 1,000 locals against it
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Fresh fight over Newton Abbot wildlife haven
Battle over rare plants continues
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Wait for East Devon housing report goes on
Figures delayed until next year
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50% bus fare increase is 'disappointing'
Devon transport boss not happy
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Jobs could go as Exeter tries to balance its books
'Savings need to be made'
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Help out at Exeter Hospital pop-up shop
Funds will build a new Super Theatre
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Libraries open for the vulnerable this winter
Over 50 sites helping again
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Charity raises over £30K for end-of-life care
First time event was a sizzling success
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Lifeguards back on Devon's beaches
More patrols over half term
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East Devon village split over housing plan
A yes, a no, then a maybe
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Argyle knocked out of FA Cup
Three extra-time goals for Leeds United
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Extra cash for Torridge residents in need
Financial relief for households
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Plymouth go down fighting
Out of FA Cup in fourth round
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MP’s spotlight on rail links and hospital ‘disrepair’
Delay in funding for rail rescue project
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North Devon homes approved after 4 years wait
Controversial Landkey plan greenlit
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Fewer firefighters would recommend service
Trust issues rising
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Plymouth panto on the hunt for child stars
Oh yes, they are!
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Green-fingered heroes raise £70K for charity
Funds will support end-of-life services
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Passenger dies in A30 collison
Driver taken to hospital
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Councilor no-show at pothole meeting
West Devon residents fed up
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Call for ‘School Streets’ scheme to protect children
Councillors warn of high costs
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Council faces pressure to speed up responses
560 complaints were delayed
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Councils look for funding to continue night bus
Service reduces crime in North Devon
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How many Exeter pensioners will miss the Winter Fuel Payment?
Changes causing 'deep concern'
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Councilor hails cancer scheme investment
Trials aimed at reducing deaths
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Police station on wheels hits Torquay
Reporting crimes made easier
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Calls to get Victorian sea pool reopened
It could have several purposes
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£200,000 to help pensioners with fuel costs
Those living on their own will get help
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Devon man crowded World Dad Dancing Champion
He won his height in beer!
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Argyle head to Wembley
They're in Papa Johns Trophy final
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‘Rat run’ fears over Paignton town centre plans
Traffic could return after 30 years
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Plymouth will play Chelsea in FA Cup
Dream fourth-round draw for Devon side
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Torbay Pavilion rescue plans on a ‘knife-edge’
What will happen next?
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Plymouth man jailed for abusing two girls
James Williams changed his plea
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Car parking hike planned for South Devon
They haven't gone up since 2021
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Dash and prance for charity
Popular Reindeer Run returns
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Callers waiting less for police
Complaints also reducing
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Call for u-turn on Exeter car park plan
'This is a crazy idea'
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Fear Torbay hospital upgrades may never happen
Torbay leader criticises delay
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Man stabbed in the face in Ilfracombe
Suspect charged with attempted murder
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Pension credit scheme reinstated in Plymouth
Many retirees hesitant to seek benefits