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Devon's Hospiscare invites residents to host a coffee morning this September

By Francesca Evans

21st Jul 2023 | Local News

Host a coffee morning for Hospiscare this September

Hospiscare is inviting residents to host a coffee morning this September in return for a donation to the Devon-based hospice charity.

Kilmington man dies in A35 collision near Axminster

By Francesca Evans

21st Jul 2023 | Local News

Police are appealing for witnesses following the fatal collision on the A35

Police investigating a fatal road traffic collision on the A35 near Axminster are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Up to 180 new East Devon homes approved despite over 100 objections

By Ollie Heptinstall - Local Democracy Reporter

20th Jul 2023 | Local News

Location of development (Google Maps). Inset: West of Gribble Lane indicative masterplan (Planning documents)

Up to 180 new homes will be built near Rockbeare as part of the wider Cranbrook development.

School's out for summer! So here's how you can keep the kids entertained in Devon

By Francesca Evans

20th Jul 2023 | Local News

There's plenty on offer at family attractions across Devon this summer

Schoolchildren are breaking up for the summer holidays today, and some of Devon's top attractions are offering non-stop family fun over the six-week break.

What's On This Weekend in Axminster: Festivals, family fun and open mic night

By Francesca Evans

20th Jul 2023 | Local News

Our top pick of events taking place in the Axminster area this weekend

Axminster Nub News brings you our top pick of events taking place in the Axminster area over the weekend of July 21-23.

Axminster firefighters tackle hay-bale blaze

By Will Goddard

19th Jul 2023 | Local News

Firefighters have put out hay bales ablaze inside a barn in the Widworthy area .

East Devon District Council vows safeguarding practices overhaul after jailed councillor review

By Alison Stephenson - Local Democracy Reporter

18th Jul 2023 | Local News

Convicted sex offender and former East Devon councillor John Humphreys (Devon and Cornwall Police)

East Devon District Council has vowed to tighten up its safeguarding practices .

Grants available for Devon groups that offer communities a helping hand

By Francesca Evans

18th Jul 2023 | Local News

Karen Taylor from Axminster-based food charity Nourish

Grants are available to local groups that improve people’s wellbeing, reduce isolation, help families eat nutritiously or aim to provide a warm safe space.

Jurassic Coast bus route named among most eye-catching in UK

By Francesca Evans

18th Jul 2023 | Local News

The X53 Jurassic Coaster runs from Axminster to Weymouth

The Jurassic Coaster bus, which starts in Axminster, has been named among the most eye-catching bus routes in the UK.

Devon scam victim hands over £25,000 to caller pretending to be police officer

By Francesca Evans

17th Jul 2023 | Local News

Police have warned Devon residents to be vigilant of the scam

Police investigating reports of a phone scam, which led to one person in their 80s handing over substantial sums of money, are appealing for information.

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