Beach clean reveals extent of litter problem
Staff at Torquay’s coastal zoo have spoken out about the amount of litter on the beaches and in the sea and highlighted the threat to marine life. Clare Rugg, from Living Coasts, explained: “Beacon C…
Can you help police identify burglary suspect?
Can you help police identify this man? Police in Exmouth have released an Evofit of man they would like to speak to in connection with a series of burglaries across east, south and mid Devon. A…
Business Zone: Job of the Week
Our new job section is growing steadily and is available for all local and national companies to advertise jobs for free. If you want local candidates use a local jobsite, it is that easy. If you are…
Sacked – now Gordon Oliver considers his role as Mayor.
Gordon Oliver recieved a vote of no confidence as leader of Torbay Council. His conservative colleagues held a private meeting last night. Reports have said the the Conservative group will issue a …
Name that Ale (and you could win 72 pints)
What do you call an ale that’s been brewed for giraffes? That’s the challenge being set by two major local names. Paignton Zoo and Bays Brewery have teamed up to launch a brand new ale to help raise …
Police appeal for witnesses after body found on M5
Police are appealing for witnesses after a body was found on the M5 at the weekend. Police were called to the M5 northbound between Cullompton (junction 28) and Tiverton (junction 27) on Saturday at …
Search and Rescue Team assist Police to locate kayakers
Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team (Ashburton) were called to assist police last night.Volunteers assisted the police searching for 2 kayakers who were overdue whilst kayaking the Upper Dart Gorge …
Twinkle Twinkle Torquay Stars.
Plans are in place for the ‘Torquay Town Centre Christmas Light Switch On’ on the 15thNovember, to be something new for Torquay by creating something memorable in our beautiful town. This year, ins…
Cockington Apple Day – Gallery
Today (Sunday 19/10/14) was Apple Day at Cockington, hundreds of people went along to sample local produce. They were also treated to displays and demonstrations as well as entertainment and music. …
Update: M5 closed after body found on carriageway
Update: All carriageways were reopen by 1pm. It is suspected that the deceased male has fallen from an over bridge onto the M5 and subsequently been hit by a number of vehicles. Next of kin have bee…
Major delays on South West trains after person hit
There are major delays on the trains this morning after a person was hit between Crewkerne and Axminster. Services between London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids have been affected, with delays of u…
Latest: Fire crews fight restaurant fire in Torwood Street
Fire crews from Torquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton and Teignmouth spent last night fighting a fire at a restaurant in Torquay. Initially 2 appliances from Torquay were mobilised to the fire at Kim Sai…
Update: Torwood Street, Torquay closed due to fire.
Find the latest here: Torwood Street in Torquay is currently closed. Emergency services are on scene including fire engines and one fire inspection vehicle. The incident has been ongoing f…
Newton Abbot Seasons Finale 10/10/14
The sun shone on the Westcountry course for its finale on Friday 10th October, with the richest race on the card valued at £30,000, the top jockeys, trainers & horses came out. AP McCoy was imort…