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Work on the latest phase of a link road between the Exeter and East Devon Growth Point and the city, is underway.

Devon County Council’s £2 million scheme, which is being funded by developer contributions, will form the next stage of the Tithebarn Link Road.

The new 360 metre section of the road, with pedestrian and cycle links, will establish the northern section of the route which will connect with the Anning Road (Science Park Drive) junction.

Although this stretch of the road will initially be an incomplete link, it will unlock the development of around 250...

Dream-A-Way has welcomed the Dunn family to their newest caravan at beautiful Devon Cliffs, Sandy Bay. This was even more special as they became Dream-A-Way's 10,000th guests to holiday in one of the charity's beautiful holiday homes - an amazing total which would not have been achievable without the valued support of so many local individuals and companies. Anna said: "We often hear about so called wheelchair access holidays!! Well this one is for real! It was designed with full wheelchair use in mind and 100% accessible!

"Thie caravan is outstanding with such a fantastic view and...

Some special guest climbers from the world of sport and local politics will be lining up to take to the wall and risk a soaking at Exeter Quay this weekend.

The Quay Climbing Centre’s Deep Water Solo competition, which sees a seven-metre wall built into the canal basin, takes place over the August Bank Holiday weekend – and the thrilling event will kick off with some familiar faces.

The Friday afternoon will see players from Exeter City tackle the wall, and organisers have even managed to coax two city councillors, Cllr Rosie Denham and Cllr Emma Morse, to give the wall a...

Lawyers across the UK are being urged to raise money for charity by writing wills as part of a national month-long drive. Legal firms are being asked to sign up to Will Aid Month, which takes place across the country from 01-30 November 2016. The programme relies on solicitors to pledge their time and support for the cause which sees them provide the Will writing service for free in return for a voluntary donation to charity from their client. The cash raised is split between nine of the UK’s best-loved charities. Peter de Vena Franks, campaign director for Will Aid said: “Will Aid 2015...