Whipton

Police are appealing for the public’s help in identifying a suspect (pictured) after an attempted robbery in St Thomas, Exeter. The incident happened on Monday 5 August at around 9.10am outside the Post Office in Okehampton Road. The victim, a 27-year-old woman from Whipton, approached the Post Office to pay in the takings from a local store when she was approached by a white man from behind who was riding a push bike. The victim was pushed by the offender who grabbed at the bag she was carrying and said “give me the money”. A brief struggle then ensued between the victim and the offender...

Two fire crews attended a blaze in Exeter last night.

They were called out after flames were reported in Barton Court, Whipton Barton Road, Whipton.

Two fire appliances from Middlemoor and Danes Castle attended to find a garage on fire.

Crews used two breathing apparatus sets, one main jet and one hose reel jet to extinguish the fire.

A car and a motorcycle were severely damaged by the fire.

Police also attended the scene as the fire was believed to be malicious.

The Isca Centre will be holding their first ever wedding fayre on Sunday 7 April.

So, if you are planning a wedding, then this fayre could be the place to find inspiration. Exhibits will include wedding dresses, menswear, florists, photographers, cake/maker/decorators, entertainment, hair and make-up artists, jewellers, wedding hats, transport, room and table decorations, wedding favours and much more.

Entry is free and doors are open 10am-4pm.

The Isca Centre is in Summer Lane, Whipton, Exeter. For more information email isca@parkwood-communityleisure.co.uk