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Exeter officials ramp up security at police headquarters after a vehicle breach and revisit plans for a BT hub to boost digital infrastructure. A cyclist's death on Dartmoor sparks calls for better road safety, while the Red Arrows cut their team to seven for safety and preservation.

Exeter: A man was found dead off the Devon coast as authorities investigate, while the A379 and A30 faced traffic disruptions from accidents. The city also announced a new late-night bus route to tackle drink-driving, alongside pensioner benefits and a Morrisons nut pack recall due to glass fragments.

Exeter parents voice safety concerns over a hazardous school bus route caused by Taylor Wimpey construction, while a train service between Totnes and Plymouth faces delays after a bridge crash. A new noise control initiative and a £400,000 grant to preserve a historic mansion in Exeter's music district are also in the spotlight.

Exeter's Local Wire covers a controversial housing development near Exmouth, a jailed fraudster from Exeter swindling over £656,000, and ongoing clashes on Dryden Road over road closures. The episode also highlights a South West pub's return of the £2.50 pint and Exeter's pleasant weather forecast.

Exeter's Local Wire update covers a driver banned after hitting a cyclist, a heated debate over a street closure plan at County Hall, and a win for East Devon campaigners against library budget cuts. The episode also highlights a student's fundraising for the Devon Wildlife Trust and gardening tips for rhododendron care during the heatwave.

Exeter city officials are transforming anti-social hotspots like the basement space with art and music projects, while a violent thug and 20 others face charges linked to hospital violence and reckless driving. A bomb squad responded to a suspicious garden at Darts Farm, raising safety concerns, and locals demand action to save the historic Port Royal pub.

Exeter's Torridge District Council faces criticism for re-electing the same leaders, while a new rooftop bar in Devon sparks mixed reactions and kayakers are rescued from Burgh Island. City officials also address pothole repair complaints and East Devon volunteers work to revitalize local green spaces.

Exeter: Pet owners warned to avoid fipronil and imidacloprid after risks to dogs, while locals fight to save the village pub. Farmers face uncertainty after Prince William’s land decision, and campaigners urge to keep Exeter’s bingo hall open.

Exeter: A teenager in Cranbrook faces a driving ban after crashing his father’s car, while abandoned vehicles in the South Hams have tripled, prompting authorities to clean up a mysterious caravan. City officials warn of rising food costs as MP Reeves urges supermarkets to cap prices on essentials, and the NHS cautions about dangerous side effects from certain vitamins.

Exeter: Traffic chaos hit Devon after a police incident closed the M5 and a crash near Jack’s Patch garden centre, while a man was arrested for attacking shoppers in Torquay. The city also faces housing debates, with new home approvals in Exeter and a rejected plan in Ottery St Mary, plus a stranded group of international students near Thatcher Rock.

Exeter's M5 motorway is closed near Exeter due to a police incident, causing rush hour delays, while Devon Reform launches an opposition team inspired by Nigel Farage. The English Riviera Airshow 2026 and Lakeside Athletic's Herald Cup victory mark key weekend events in the area.

Exeter's Local Wire update highlights safety concerns in Ilfracombe over drug crime and infrastructure failures, including a lorry crash into a repaired garden wall. The episode also covers new urban developments in Exeter and a community event at Paignton’s Parkfield, alongside tips for lawn care from gardening expert Tom Strowgler.

Exeter's skyline is set for major changes with new waterfront residential and commercial developments sparking debate, while a councillor's expulsion from a political party over alleged involvement in a grooming gang case has ignited concerns about local governance. The city council is also negotiating with Brixham College over school bus services amid budget cuts, and a new hospice garden is set...

Exeter: A new report highlights a rise in abuse against local councillors, including online harassment and in-person threats, while parents protest Brixham College’s decision to cut school bus services and its CEO’s high salary. Council tax relief is now available for eligible residents, including those with disabilities or low incomes, amid ongoing public safety concerns and police reform discuss...

Exeter's Local Wire update covers pesticide contamination in local produce, a dramatic arrest of a German-speaking drug dealer, and the city's ongoing development and arts scene. Key topics include banned pesticides in Exeter's farms, Ilias' seaside arrest, and the Crossways shopping center's £54m transformation.

Exeter's latest news includes a Strictly Come Dancing star seeking legal action after a fall during a performance, a fire in Totnes destroying two coaches and a minibus, and a collision at a major Exeter junction. City leaders are rethinking library hour cuts after community opposition, while a Devon village celebrates recovery progress and Ilfracombe warns of rising crime.

Exeter: A teenage girl was sexually assaulted in Exmouth, prompting calls for better community safety, while the new Dartmoor chief outlines plans for conservation and access. Freeview TV shutdown is set to impact rural and elderly residents, with a survey now open for feedback.

Exeter's Local Wire update covers rising tensions at Polsloe Park over tourist influx, East Devon's housing disputes with over 600 objections, and a historic drop in business funding in a key Devon area. The episode also highlights gardening tips, county show expansions, and a youth travel initiative funded by the community.

Exeter's crumbling hotel turned squatter hotspot and stalled redevelopment efforts raise safety concerns, while the city's election results contrast with Plymouth's, highlighting political shifts. Torquay United's heartbreaking Promotion Final loss and a Dartmoor activist's pony-themed abseil campaign add drama and humor to the local news.

Exeter: A 16-year-old from Exmouth is missing and last seen near the Exe Estuary, prompting a citywide search. Exeter City Council has shifted control to the Green Party after Labour lost its 14-year hold, marking a major political change.

Exeter's latest Local Wire update covers the rebuilding of the damaged Devon walkway, the court ruling on offshore wind cables near Saunton Sands, and Labour's loss of council control to the Greens. The episode also highlights the invasive plant threat and a new product for garden protection.

Exeter's housing delays and caravan site approval dominate local news, alongside the return of the English Riviera Airshow. Public health warnings about hantavirus and a drop in anti-social behaviour rates also make the headlines.

Exeter's latest episode covers a violent attack at Paignton’s caravan park, backlash over Brixham waterfront land sales, and the city hosting a global climate summit. It also touches on church funding cuts and lavender trimming tips for local gardeners.

Exeter authorities warn of a surge in screw thefts linked to illegal car modifications, while the city’s Dartmoor leadership announces a new director focused on conservation. Residents also face a proposed visitor levy with strong opposition, and Exeter’s newest political body struggles with budget deficits.

Exeter's political scene shifts as Julian Brazil tackles challenges in Slapton, while the Ottery Larder supports 500+ residents. The Cliff House in Chelsea-on-Sea gains new hope with six board members working to preserve its heritage.