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TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham 2026

Live music fans are set for another celebration of amazing entertainment in the Devon countryside as TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham confirms its return for 2026.

Following its debut outing at the historic country estate this July, which saw headline performances from Duran Duran and Basement Jaxx, Live Nation’s Cuffe and Taylor are now planning for a bigger and better event next summer with plans to unveil the first 2026 headliner in the coming weeks.

Cuffe and Taylor have already invested heavily in the venue’s infrastructure, redesigning the site and introducing a...

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CAB concern over repossessions

Local charity, Exeter Citizens Advice Bureau, has identified a massive 56% increase in private sector tenant repossession cases. This is in comparison with the same period last year and shows that pressure on household budgets is biting harder than ever.

Across all housing sectors, where a CAB adviser has assisted clients facing repossession, clients have avoided repossession in 85% of cases.

Exeter City Council has provided financial support for this essential service.

Steve Barriball, Exeter Citizens Advice Bureau Chief Executive, said: “We have at least one...

Police enquiry offices changes announced

Devon and Cornwall Police is changing the way that it communicates with the public and will be making changes to its Police Enquiry Offices as part of a forcewide review into public contact. This change will see Police Enquiry Offices at 12 stations across the Force close on Friday, October 31, 2014. The changes will see Police Enquiry Offices at Plymouth Charles Cross, Torquay and Exeter Heavitree Road remain open for six days a week between 8am and 6pm on weekdays and 8am to 6pm on Saturday. Police Enquiry Offices at Plymouth Crownhill, Barnstaple, Camborne, Truro, Bodmin and St Austell...

National recognition for council team

East Devon District Council’s Revenues and Benefits team have received national recognition with two awards from a professional association.

The team are responsible for collecting council tax and for processing claims for council tax support, housing benefit and other assistance for people who may be struggling to pay their civic bills. Their work involves a great deal of contact with customers, many of whom are experiencing difficulty in making ends meet and so need to be treated with respect and sensitivity by council staff.

Last year the team was twice highly commended...

Hospiscare Sahara Trek 2014

A group of intrepid Devonians are about to embark on a journey of a lifetime in the Hospiscare Sahara Trek 2014.

Twenty two walkers will be leaving Exeter at midnight on November 5 heading for a London flight to Marrakech. They will trek across the Sahara to raise thousands of pounds for Hospiscare, the local Exeter based charity which every year helps more than 2,000 local people and their families living with a terminal illness.

“We will be accompanied by the local Berber guides and camels will carry our food, water and tents,” said Celia Wilkinson, Hospiscare running and...

Grand opening for GP surgery

Councillor Susan Griggs, the Mayor of Tiverton, attended an evening event to celebrate the completion of the new £1.8m extension to Clare House Surgery located in Newport Street, Tiverton.

The substantial building programme which has significantly increased the size of the surgery was overseen by lead consultants Haldons Limited and built by contractors Morgan Sindall.

More than 100 guests, including Clare House staff, patients and supporters attended the event, enjoying canapés and wine.

Dr Frank O’Kelly, Senior Partner gave a welcome address advising that Clare...

Flybe pilot arrested

A pilot working for Exeter-based airline Flybe was arrested on suspicion of being over the drink drive limit before take off after a fellow crew member raised the alarm.

He was due to fly from Newquay Airport to London Gatwick yesterday morning.

Passengers faced a five-hour delay as a resuilt of the incident.

A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesman said: "A 48-year-old man from Crediton, Devon, was arrested on suspicion of being over the drink-drive limit."

It is understood he was released on police bail last night until December 8.

The airline said in...

Devon Air Ambulance shocked at break in

Staff at Devon Air Ambulance Trust were left distressed and angry after the charity’s retail shop in Cowick Street, Exeter, was burgled on Monday evening.

Thieves got away with a collection box having caused significant damage to the premises including smashing the shop window.

Martin Bell, Retail Director of Devon Air Ambulance Trust said “I was extremely distressed and angry to receive a telephone call to advise me that our shop in Cowick Street, St Thomas, Exeter was broken into over-night on Monday 27 October.

“Although all that was taken was our collection box...

Two new associates for law firm

Leading South West family law specialist The Family Law Company has announced two new associates for its Exeter team.

Gemma Sparks and Helen Trott have been awarded the role of associate in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the firm.

Gemma studied for her legal qualification whilst working full time before joining The Family Law Company in 2009 as a legal executive to concentrate on this area of law. Alongside experience in all aspects of family law, Gemma specialises in working with clients affected by domestic violence and those facing access disputes....

No trick or treat poster

Devon and Cornwall Police have launched a campaign encouraging residents who do not want to be bothered by trick-or-treaters to place this poster on the front door or window of their home.

Some people, particularly if elderly or vulnerable, might be distressed by strangers knocking at their door during the evening.

A spokesman said: "We are asking people not to call at homes that are displaying the poster.

Print this poster and display it on your home, or on the homes of your vulnerable neighbours or relatives.

Officers also issued advice to trick or...

Blind war veteran to join Cenotaph march

A registered blind World War II veteran from Exeter, supported by Blind Veterans UK, is set to commemorate the sacrifice made by members of the Armed Forces when she takes part in the march to the Cenotaph in London for the first time this November. Whimple resident Win Amos, 87, will march in the Remembrance Sunday commemorations with Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision impaired ex-Service men and women, which has supported her with her sight loss. Win first served with the American Red Cross during the War. She worked in a catering team for American troops stationed in the...

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TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham 2026

CAB concern over repossessions

Police enquiry offices changes announced

National recognition for council team

Hospiscare Sahara Trek 2014

Grand opening for GP surgery

Flybe pilot arrested

Devon Air Ambulance shocked at break in

Two new associates for law firm

No trick or treat poster

Blind war veteran to join Cenotaph march

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