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The completion of flood defence works in Teignmouth has been delayed until September after additional essential repair work was identified to tackle erosion under the sea wall.

Teignbridge has needed to reschedule the end date of the vital works to deal with voids found underneath the structure and ensure its ongoing integrity.

As well as being a popular place to walk, the sea wall – built in the 1930s - provides vital coastal flood protection for up to 400 homes and businesses in Teignmouth and protects Shaldon from the impact of wave action. It has withstood the elements...

In this modern era of faltering pension funds, low interest rates and poorly performing government bonds, it can be difficult to know where to turn for a sound investment proposition. There is, however, one area that has been consistently buoyant and has out performed other investment types: the good old-fashioned concept of investing in bricks and mortar.

The buy-to-let market has proved hugely popular with those looking for a safe investment that will generate positive yields. Let’s examine why, and see if you too should consider becoming a landlord.

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Stars from the sporting, entertainment and culinary world came together last Friday 30th June to celebrate Devon's community sporting heroes and heroines for the 20th Devon Sports Awards.

The glittering celebration evening was the culmination of a six month nomination and shortlisting process. The Devon Sports Awards recognise and celebrate the best of both community and professional sport in Devon. Guests assembled at Sandy Park for the annual celebration organised by a partnership of the Exeter Foundation, Active Devon and Exeter College.

BBC Spotlight’s Jenny Walrund led...

A Devon taxi driver, who stood up for an elderly couple being preyed on by gang of rogue traders, has been honoured with a Hero Award.

Chris Smith, 37, owner of Black Swan Taxis, Dawlish, was awarded the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) Hero Award at their annual conference on Wednesday 28 June.

He was nominated by the Devon, Somerset and Torbay Trading Standards Service for his ‘outstanding contribution to consumer protection’ when he intervened to prevent doorstep traders from ripping off an elderly couple in March.

The gang had quoted the couple £170...