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Sidmouth is gearing up for an uplifting new addition to its events calendar with the launch of Sidmouth Health and Wellbeing Week, running from 12–19 September. Designed to energise, inspire and bring the community together, the week will showcase the very best of Sidmouth’s growing wellbeing scene, from movement and mindfulness to creativity and connection.

Devon’s High Sheriff Mark Ansell has made Restorative Justice the focus of his year in office and is bringing together key stakeholders from across the criminal justice system to look at how to increase the numbers of victims and offenders accessing it.

Demolition work is set to begin at Rennes House in Exeter this week, marking an important milestone in the regeneration of the Whipton Gardens area and paving the way for a new generation of energy-efficient council homes.

A massive overhaul of Devon’s councils could be scrapped under a review set to be confirmed in Parliament.

Two youths arrested for the arson attack on Poltimore House in 2024 will now face prosecution following an initial decision not to prosecute by the CPS has been overturned .

Women from across Devon are being invited to volunteer as mentors to help year nine schoolgirls build confidence, raise aspirations and explore future career opportunities.

Devon residents are being encouraged to help change the narrative on suicide this World Suicide Prevention Day (10 September) by learning how to start supportive conversations, recognising when someone may be struggling, and knowing where to find help and support.

The rural ‘rump’ of Devon left behind after the coming reorganisation of local councils may never be sustainable, according to one of the county’s MPs.

The University of Exeter Business School’s unswerving commitment to environmental sustainability, responsible leadership and technological transformation has been recognised by a major national awards programme.

A pioneering project designed to educate secondary school students about coercive control and healthy relationships has secured funding from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, enabling it to be rolled out in schools in early 2027.

Carers in Devon can now sign up to email updates and visit a new webpage to find the latest information on the forthcoming new arrangements for carers’ services in the county.

Members from across the political divide helped orchestrate a tactical vote that led to their council backing legal changes in planning policy but expressing huge anger at the new rules.

The draw for the 2 nd Qualifying round of the FA Cup took place on Monday lunch time, with Exmouth Town looking to progress in the competition.

Exeter City Women moved to the top of their WNL Cup Group with a thrilling 4-3 win against Bristol Rovers at the County Ground.

It was a day for learning at Sandy Park as a frustrated Exeter Chiefs team fell to a 15-36 defeat to Scarlets Rugby in a friendly match.

Exmouth Town produced an excellent defensive display to hold Banbury United to a 0-0 draw at the TUGO Community Stadium, in the FA Cup.