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The incentive I did not want to renew my driving licence
T'S probably due to my lifelong habit of driving small, elderly cars that I have never been caught speeding. That and the fact I am a law-abiding citizen, of course.
3 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Railway project needs to be completed to protect line
IF the Government wants to protect the vulnerable coastal section of railway line through Devon, it makes sense to complete the scheme rather than leave it partially done.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
National award for team tackling flooding
A PIONEERING project aimed at tackling the threat of flooding in Devon has won a national award for its innovative approach to resilience.
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June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Getting to like folk folk after 60 years
IF anyone had ever told me 50 years ago that I would ever be sitting in a village hall with a group of 60 severals and beyond, for a strawberry tea listening to folk music ... well I'll leave you to imagine my response!
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
City counillor reported for allegedly overspending on election campaign
A REFORM UK councillor has been reported to police for potentially breaching election campaign spending limits.
3 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Bradninch & Kentisbeare open up a 22-point lead at top of the Premier
BRADNINCH & Kentisbeare opened-up a 22-point lead at the top of the Devon County League Premier Division table after beating Exmouth by five wickets.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Controversial estate wall replaced with blocks and fencing
THE ongoing saga of an unattractive obstruction in a town has taken a new turn as it has been dismantled and rearranged to ensure walkers cannot get through.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Series of ceilidhs suitable for all will be staged by charity
A DEVON charity is holding five inclusive events for anyone who's ever wanted to try ceilidh dancing but never had the opportunity before.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
UK well positioned as the dollar declines
THIS is the final column in the dedollarisation series. Let's start with what's changing beneath the surface.
3 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Salaries on the rise but firms cutting back on new staff
STARTING salaries in the west of England are continuing to rise but companies across the region are cutting back on hiring new staff, new research has revealed.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
The forgotten hero of an outlandish plot to fool the Nazis
AUTHOR ERIN EDWARDS REVEALS THE SECRET ROMANCE BEHIND A CUNNING MILITARY OPERATION THAT HELPED CHANGE THE COURSE OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR
4 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Clubs urged to be on guard after spate of equipment thefts
SPORTS clubs throughout Devon and Cornwall are being urged to be on their guard following a spate of burglaries which has seen expensive machinery stolen from their grounds.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Council to sell 'ransom strip' so that affordable homes scheme can start
A 'RANSOM strip' of land blocking access to a field earmarked for housing in Exeter will be sold by the city council.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
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Man uninjured after 60ft fall on cliffs
A WALKER who fell 60ft down a cliffside miraculously escaped uninjured.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
FAMILY FAVOURITE
Lying on the edge Cranbrook, No.1 Treasbeare Cottages is a spacious family home with generous gardens, ample parking and useful outbuildings.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Hundreds attend memorial service for co-founder of children's charity
THE daughter of Eddie Farwell, co-founder of Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), told his memorial service last week that seeing so much appreciation of him gave her ‘comfort’
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Budleigh Salterton tested by Braunton at top of B Division
BRAUNTON gave B Division promotion-chasers Budleigh Salterton a run for their money for going down to a three-wicket defeat.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
New chair of science park appointed as it looks to continue its expansion
EXETER Science Park is looking to the future after appointing a new chair of its board of directors.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Service helps people with social needs gain independence
DEVON County Council used Learning Disability Week last week to highlight the work of its Reaching For Independence (RFI) service, which supports people with social care needs to develop life skills and promote independence.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Passenger feared for his life after flight was diverted due to a fault
AN easyJet passenger from Exeter who was on a plane that made an emergency landing after there was a smell of smoke said he “thought he was going to die.”
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
VW's Coast camper brings more to shore
MID-SPEC VAN GETS THINGS COOKING AND OFFERS COMFORT AND CLASS IN SPADES
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Affordable scheme deservedly gets a 'yes' over land deal
RANSOM strips are not uncommon, and can be held for a variety of reasons, whether to be able to have some control over a development or purely for financial gain.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Bears safely returned after escaping to enjoy a feast
AN investigation has been launched after two bears escaped from their enclosure and helped themselves to a week's worth of honey before being returned to their home.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Ambulance service boss to be quizzed over responder cut
THE boss of Devon's ambulance service has been asked to explain a decision to scrap an agreement for the fire service to provide lifesaving treatment at some incidents.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Programme is keeping area safe for us all
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1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Fire service spent £6m less than its budget last year due to lower costs
LOWER-THAN-PREDICTED pay rises and an unexpected windfall have helped give Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service a £6 million boost.
2 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
City spinout firm agreess partnership with beauty giant
AN Exeter-based biotech company which specialises in reprogramming ageing cells has partnered with L'Oréal Groupe, the beauty industry leader.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Inquest opened into stabbing victim's death
AN inquest has been opened into the death of a 24-year old man whose body was found in an Exmouth garden last month.
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
Back under the summer sun
City's players returned to training last week during hot spell Pages 36&40
1 min |
June 26, 2025
Express and Echo
City hotel's 'exciting new chapter' after shareholder buyout
A POPULAR Exeter hotel has announced a new chapter, saying it is stepping 'into independence' from the hospitality brand that previously owned it.
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