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A newly-formed speedwatch group has been in action along the A379 on the outskirts of the town checking vehicles were not breaking the 30mph speed limit. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/community-group-driving-down-speeding-580275

Yes I know you did Linda, I watched the youtube video of the meeting. But as I feel sure you know as well as me - when push comes to shove it isn't what local people want it is what planning policies dictate and the number of houses each district has to build that trumps everything.  And anyway the site was allocated for development in the present Local Plan so if it wasn't that particular ...

We have what some say are new independant news sources plus the usual mob every day it is about illegal migrants etc. Which gives us what is basically a  cricket score. BUT, what would be news worthy if something was being done about it by our lazy uninterested MP'S or government. Get forces that are expected to protect this country.Now that would be news.Defund the RNLI and border force disband ...

A dozen households in Teignbridge were threatened with homelessness by landlords using "no-fault" eviction powers over three months this year, figures show. Read more... https://www.dawlish-today.co.uk/news/a-dozen-teignbridge-households-threatened-with-homelessness-through-no-fault-evictions-579931

Need to get rid of their 'Stuffed Shirts'. E.G. What does Cllr Mike James ever do? I noticed, during a meeting, he was asked to join the group to fight for Dawlish Minor Injuries Unit because he is a Voluntary Director of the Health Care Trust. He clearly forgot he was on camera and buried his head in his hand before replying!!! Other than collecting committee posts, council posts etc what does he ...

A DAWLISH woman received a conditional discharge after she admitted being drunk in charge of a child. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/courts/woman-admits-being-drunk-in-charge-of-child-574309

No wonder landowners are so keen to have their land identified for development. Just look at the increase in value! “Whereas agricultural land has a value of £8,000 – £12,000 per acre, the same land with a residential housing consent can achieve 30, 40 or even 50 times that value.” https://www.fwi.co.uk/business/planning-for-housing-on-farmland-6-steps-to-success

Some equipment starting to go in

Photographs show the progress being made with the bridge which will link the two sections of accessible, public promenade. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/structure-is-crossing-a-line-573696

A DAWLISH man will stand trial in the new year on two motoring charges he denies. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/courts/man-to-stand-trial-on-motoring-charges-573173

A YELLOW Warning of very strong winds on Monday causing disruption to travel and utilities has been issued by the Met Office. See more... https://www.dawlish-today.co.uk/news/yellow-warning-of-very-strong-winds-573666

Next they will be asking for volunteers to empty the bins .......

AN incredible £3,406 has been raised by the Children in Need fundraising at Gatehouse Primary Academy in Dawlish, ‘smashing’ their previous best. Read  more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/record-smashing-school-fundraiser-for-children-in-need-573611

Venue has now changed to The Strand Centre every Thursday

WORK is well underway for the upgraded CCTV system in Dawlish. Town councillors approved the refurbishment works, totalling £25,000 a few months ago. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/cctv-network-upgrade-well-underway-572775

WATERFOWL in Dawlish are being cared for in accordance with national guidelines amid the latest avian flu outbreak. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/caring-for-the-famous-black-swans-571684

The building of the bridge is scheduled to start in 2023 ( and hopefully the front end of 2023!). It will link the Persimmon side of Shutterton Brook with the Secmaton Farm side (which is scheduled to be developed for housing but as I write this has no planning consent).  A road will then be built across Secmaton Farm up to the boundary with Gatehouse Farm even without any of the houses scheduled ...

See the thread concerning the Secmaton Farm development planning application 21/02674. It seems that Devon County Council (the highways authority) and the owner of Secmaton Farm must have come to some kind of 'arrangement.' as it now seems that the link road across Secmaton Farm will be built before the land is developed for housing. Development Area 3 = Secmaton Farm "The local highway authority ...

Newly unearthed footage released by Dawlish Beach Cams shows shows the frightening power of the sea against the Dawlish Sea Wall, now undergoing major works. The video, taken during a storm in 2014, shows trains being battered by wind and sea spray as they chug along a stretch of the track. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/dawlish-railway-line-unseen-footage-7816381

Not long to go now for Pixie's Forest grand opening, remember to grab a leaflet for 10% off. https://www.facebook.com/Pixiesforestenchantinggifts

Great Western Railway’s third Poppies to Paddington operation on Remembrance Day will pay special tribute to the Falklands conflict. Trains will be calling at Newton Abbot, Teignmouth and Dawlish. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/poppies-to-paddington-operation-trains-will-call-at-teignbridge-stations-571859

https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/gran-joins-march-for-childcare-changes-571395

Happy Holidays Venue area: Dawlish Activities provided: Disco; magic show; arts and crafts; sports; free play; theatre; swimming. Ages: Primary and Secondary Westcliff Primary School, First Avenue, Dawlish, EX7 0EX Tuesday 20 December – Friday 23 December 9am-2pm There are also limited spaces on Saturday 17 and  Sunday 18 December for over 10 years only. Food: Pasta with choice of toppings, salad ...

We're getting excited!! This is the programme for the two days of Street Markets and Festive Fun in Dawlish on 26th and 27th November. Thanks to all those who help us put it together! Times subject to change and weather. We have got over 55 stalls each day, free face painter and free rides plus watch out for Scrooge and a Christmas Present walkabout both days! Read more... ...

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A prolific burglar ransacked homes in Dawlish and Teignmouth before driving 300 miles back home to North Wales. Ian Nash forced his way into four houses and stole thousands of pounds worth of jewellery and family heirlooms. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/eleven-devon-cases-dna-trapped-7785363

THIRTY six years ago the sad story of the longest serving policeman in Dawlish forced to retire after being viciously beaten up by a gang of thugs, made headlines. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/popular-policeman-was-beaten-up-in-football-club-riot-570632

first defund or take away the RNLI's charitable status.secondly turn the channel into a firing range covering the english side for the 15 mile limit. jobs a goodun.

https://dawlish.nub.news/news/local-news/dawlish-10-planning-applications-near-you-including-extensions-new-electrical-substation-157579

GWR has advised passengers to "only travel by train if absolutely necessary" and has said that on strike days "an extremely limited service" will operate between 7.30am and 6.30pm. Read more,,, https://dawlish.nub.news/news/local-news/three-days-of-rail-strikes-to-hit-dawlish-156700?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=website&utm_source=sendgrid.com

Network Rail has awarded BAM Nuttall the contract to design a series of “resilience measures” along the line between Dawlish and Holcombe. The scheme, which aims to protect the track from falling debris from the cliffs, will help to keep the South West’s vital rail artery connected with the rest of the UK. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/dawlish-rail-line-major-works-7776859

David Hargreaves took the boys to amusement arcades and on swimming trips as he won their trust and friendship. He then persuaded the 12 to 15-year-olds to take part in sex acts with him. Read more... https://www.teignmouth-today.co.uk/news/abuser-who-groomed-boys-at-dawlish-found-guilty-570682

IT’S never too early to plan ahead, is a mantra keenly followed by the people behind Dawlish Carnival. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/something-to-shout-sing-about-in-2023-570457

Ryders Bakery has a 4* rating. Their Street Food outlet is what you are talking about I think.

A PAIR of unusual visitors turned up in a Canvey lake over the weekend – two black swans. Black swans have been sighted regularly at Dawlish in Devon, where they’ve become the town’s emblem. Others have been spotted in Stockton on Tees, in County Durham, and Marlow, Buckinghamshire and now Canvey. Read more... https://www.echo-news.co.uk/news/23089390.black-swans-spotted-canvey-weekend/

The Exeter to Newton Abbot railway line is famously one of England’s best-loved stretches of railway, passing the Exe Estuary and the coast, offering stunning views. The rail line was built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in the 19th centrury using local stone that kept the beach intact and blended with the rocks. Read more... ...

Hello all. I am having a clear out and have some used, but in good clean condition, bed linen, ie:- Pillow Cases, Sheets, Duvet Covers. Does anyone know where I can take them?

A FEW lucky Dawlish folk had an out-of-town experience last week. They were paying a visit to Teignmouth, where some chose to shop in the town and others elected to grab some bargains at the town’s Morrisons store. Read more... https://www.dawlish-today.co.uk/news/shop-shop-the-bus-is-leaving-569654

A NEWLY released prisoner broke the terms of the sex offenders’ register days after coming out of prison by staying in the same house as a 15-year-old girl. She told police that he became controlling and violent and cut her off from her friends and family after he moved into her home in Dawlish, leaving her depressed and anxious. Read more... ...

Engineers from Network Rail plan to work around the clock over Christmas to lay the foundations for a new bridge at Dawlish railway station. New aerial pictures highlight the latest progress in linking the two sections of the £80m sea wall to protect the railway at Dawlish. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/massive-scale-dawlish-railway-line-7756557