News in Axminster

Local fire crews had an early start this morning as they were called to a van ablaze at Millers Farm Shop in Kilmington.

Axminster and Colyton fire crews were called to the incident at 5.50am this morning (Monday).

The number of new coronavirus cases confirmed across Devon and Cornwall last week fell again to its lowest level since early September.

A total of 163 new cases were confirmed across the two counties last week, compared to 176 the previous week – the lowest number since the week ending September 12 – with the total cases since the start of the pandemic now standing at 47,461.

People with cancer have been particularly hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic; treatments have been delayed and they have been unable to see family and friends for support.

Now, Axminster and Lyme Cancer Support has received new funding from South West Water which is enabling it to re-launch its Nordic walking group providing vital support for its members within the Dorset countryside.

Axminster Town Ladies are helping a Nigerian girl to fulfill her ambition of playing football in the UK.

In Benin, Nigeria, Omorovbiye Aigbe has broken the mould in her community by being the only girl playing football with the boys. She trains with Celestial FC as one of only three girls in the club.

The rejuvenated Axminster Chamber of Commerce, under the new chairmanship of Cindy Furse, is wasting no time in creating a more proactive service for traders.

Just two weeks after its annual meeting when a new committee was formed, the chamber has already set up a new Facebook page.

Axminster Musical Theatre (AMT) is holding an introduction evening by Zoom for all those interested in being part of their November production of 'EVITA!'

This award-winning musical, written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, captures the romance and excitement of the era when Eva Peron rose to power and will always be remembered for the most famous song 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina'.

Following the government's 'roadmap' in further lifting COVID-19 restrictions on April 12, two thirds of Devon's Top Attractions have now re-opened their doors and are welcoming many visitors back to enjoy their outdoor facilities.

Although they are only partially open, with restrictions and limited capacity still in place, all of the attractions have reported a positive start in the first week of the season.

Looking a new job or career path? Take a look at the Axminster Nub News Jobs section which lists current vacancies in and around the area.

Each week, we will be highlighting a local vacancy and featuring them on our website and social media.

Residents across East Devon are split over future development of the region and the number and location of new homes to be built.

East Devon District Council went out to consultation on its draft Local Plan Issues and Options report, giving residents the chance to comment on how the district should be developed in the future.

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a fatal road traffic collision on the A303 last night (Wednesday).

At 11.30pm police received a report that a car had been in collision with a pedestrian on the stretch of road between South Petherton and Southfields.