Police are investigating a Burglary which took place at Lloyds TSB bank at Pinhoe, Exeter over the weekend between Sunday evening and the early hours of Monday morning.
Officers were called by staff at 11.45am on Monday, 26th May and attended Lloyds Bank, Main Road.
Thieve(s) had entered the bank through the roof and stole a large quantity of cash, believed to be in the tens of thousands, from the cashpoint.
Officers are currently carrying out enquiries and are keen to hear from anyone with information.
Det Sgt Dean Bassett said: “This appears to be a well...
Police are appealing for information following the death of 12-year-old Nicole Hartup who fell from a wall at an Exeter youth club on Friday night.
Emergency services were alerted around 8.50pm to a report of the young girl having fallen from an eight foot wall at the rear of the Phoenix Youth Club, off Burnthouse Lane, Exeter.
Youth club support workers and staff from the nearby sports centre were on the scene and immediately went to the aid of Nicole. It is thought that some of the local children also went to help the local girl, who had been playing with her friends when...
The number of children arrested by Devon and Cornwall police has been cut by nearly 75% in the last five years according to a new report released today.
The report from the Howard League for Penal Reform, a national charity, says that the number of children arrested fell from 5,495 to 1,431 between 2008 and 2013.
The number of arrests fell year-on-year throughout the five year period following a concerted effort by the force to reduce the figure through a range of initiatives. “I welcome this massive reduction in child arrests in Devon and Cornwall.” said Police and Crime...
The Devon County Show is offering a full refund to everyone who bought tickets in advance but was unable to use them on Saturday, May 24. The decision was made at a Board of Management meeting of the Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) held on Monday, May 26. DCAA Chairman of the Board of Management, John Maunder, said: “Whilst the abandonment of the Show was forced on us by the extreme weather conditions, and will have a significant financial impact, we want to do right by our paying visitors.
“Without their support we would not have a Devon County Show, and the Board...
Exeter Comedy Festival brings 13 top professional comedians to Exeter for two days of Edinburgh warm up shows – an exciting time for the comedy connoisseur.
If you, like many, have been hoping to make it to the Edinburgh fringe festival but have not had the time, or perhaps the finances, there may be a solution.
Exeter Comedy Festival aims to bring a slice of the Edinburgh Fringe culture to the heart of Devon by showcasing a selection of top comedians’ solo shows in the lead up to Edinburgh. The festival has managed to secure top talent including Sara Pascoe (Live at the...
A woman has been rushed to RD&E hospital following a serious collision near Tiverton. Emergency services were called to the scene, near Tiverton Golf Club, at 8:37am this morning (Tuesday 27 May). Two vehicles were involved in the collision one of which had left the road and overturned in a field. One casualty was taken by ambulance to RD&E hospitial to be treated for head and chest injuries. Post Hill is currently closed in both directions between the Uplowman Road junction and the Crown Hill junction. A male casualty was treated for injuries at the scene.
LATE night shoppers in Exeter can sample Spanish delights with 3 for 2 tapas on Thursday evenings at The Magdalen Chapter. Launched to coincide with the much-anticipated late night shopping in the city, shoppers can rest their heavy bags and taste the all-new tapas menu.
A new wine list has also been introduced for Summer 2014 and features 14 open wines. These include a New Zealand Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc, an Italian Conto Vecchio Pinot Grigio Blush and an Alto Bajo Merlot.
A recent development for the city centre, retailers across Exeter...
Women looking to set up a business, or who already run a business and need some extra guidance, can look forward to a day of free advice thanks to the Venus Awards and their sponsors. Friday 6 June will see experts from Venus Awards sponsors NatWest, Stones Solicitors LLP, Bishop Fleming, Sampson Hall and Western Morning News/Express & Echo in Market Square at the Guildhall Shopping Centre in Exeter between 10am and 4pm to provide free advice to women in business. Representatives from the Venus Awards themselves will also be on hand to talk about the awards and to encourage people to...
DIY projects are set to top the agenda this bank holiday weekend despite the fact that many end in disaster.
A survey, by One Poll, has highlighted how busy people in Exeter will be working on their homes over the May bank holiday – even though more than 80 per cent of people said they would prefer to spend their time with friends or family, taking part in a leisure pursuit or just relaxing.
Commissioned by housebuilder Barratt Homes, the report reveals that almost 50 per cent of people in the south west could be spending the bank holidays on a DIY project with some...
The Devon County Show has been cancelled today, in the interest of public safety.
The decision comes after visitors were turned away from the car parks due to concerns over the muddy conditions.
A spokesman said a combination of heavy use on Thursday and Friday and the overnight rain had left the fields “decimated” making it too difficult to park vehicles in a safe and timely way.
Organisers have described the decision to cancel the show as “heartbreaking”.
Show secretary Ollie Allen said: “We are very sorry to have to announce that for the first time in our...
