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Devon & Cornwall Police are appealing for help to locate 39-year-old Luke Down from Devon. He is wanted in connection with reports of stalking and assault. Down has links to Exeter and is believed to be in the Exmouth area. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

Nightingale Hospital Exeter is helping to see, diagnose and treat more patients with scoliosis, a debilitating medical condition where the spine develops an abnormal sideways curvature. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

Reports of meningitis cases in Kent may be concerning, but Devon’s local risk remains unchanged with no evidence of wider spread. Still, be aware of symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia, and stay vigilant as they can develop rapidly. devonairradio.com/news/devon-new…

The Renters’ Rights Act is designed to make renting fairer, safer & more secure and changes how private renting works. The new legislation covers tenancies, evictions, rent rises, home standards and ending discriminatory practices like specifying no pets.  devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

A dispute has arisen over a Devon council’s move to remove a resident’s claims about a controversial planning process. Officials are identifying sites for new housing across East Devon through to the early 2040s as part of drafting a new local plan. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

East Devon District Council is urging residents and visitors to put their safety first and strictly follow path closures currently in place along Sidmouth seafront, as essential cliff works continue. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

Residents are being reminded to ensure they are registered to vote ahead of the Exeter City Council elections on Thursday 7 May. The deadline to register to vote is midnight on Monday 20 April. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

The city had put significant effort into trying to secure the honour, but has not made the long-list of cities now in the running. The snub extended to other South West cities, too, with Plymouth and Bristol also being rejected. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

An Exeter takeaway, Curry King, is facing a licence review after authorities discovered some employees were working there without legal permission. The end-of-terrace property will now be scrutinised by Exeter City Council. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

Devon County Council and Devon & Cornwall Police are urging dog owners to act responsibly around farm animals as new legislation to tackle livestock worrying comes into force today Wednesday (18 March). devonairradio.com/news/devon-new…

East Devon District Council has reissued an edited recording of the Strategic Planning Committee meeting on Tuesday 3rd March. The original recording was temporarily removed as it contained unsubstantiated allegations about the conduct of a senior officer. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

A30 Westbound closed due to flooding from Honiton (Honiton) to Exeter Airport (Clyst Honiton).

A30 Eastbound closed, queueing traffic due to flooding from Exeter Airport (Clyst Honiton) to B3174 (Daisy Mount Cross, West Hill). Congestion to the A376 through Ebford as traffic diverts.

Here is a map of the extended cordon which has been put in place this evening from 9pm in Exmouth. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

A Royal Marine has appeared in court charged with the manslaughter of a man who died following an alleged assault in Exmouth. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

Police in South Devon are urging residents to lock doors overnight to prevent crime. Several incidents have involved opportunistic thieves stealing car keys, along with other personal items including phones, jewellery and cash. devonairradio.com/news/devon-new…

Devon County Council will receive the total over four years, from April. The funding needs to be spent on developing and constructing facilities for walking and cycling, as well as network planning and Bikeability cycle training. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

Sports clubs across Devon and Cornwall are being urged to be vigilant following two recent break-ins which saw high-value machinery stolen. devonairradio.com/news/devon-new…

East Devon District Council’s Countryside Team is celebrating a strong year, detailed in its 2025 Annual Review. The report highlights key achievements in wildlife conservation, visitor engagement & community involvement across East Devon’s natural spaces. devonairradio.com/news/exeter-an…

Partners caring for vulnerable adults in Torbay have welcomed a watchdog report rating services as ‘good’. The Care Quality Commission says despite some shortfalls, adult social care in the bay performs strongly in key areas. Standards remain reassuring. devonairradio.com/news/torbay-ne…