Dawlish News
Dawlish College is undergoing a consultation for plans to rebuild and expand its capacity after the Parker Block closure reduced student numbers. The rebuild aims to restore capacity to 900 students with modern facilities.
A bird flu outbreak has been confirmed by DEFRA near Dawlish in a small group of ornamental birds, with a 3KM monitoring zone imposed. AN OUTBREAK of bird flu has been confirmed near Dawlish.
ILSINGTON Bowls Club are celebrating winning the inaugural 2025 Ladies Triples Challenge competition. The clubs besides Ilsington in the competition were Ipplepen, Bovey Tracey, Kingsteignton, Dawlish Marina and FastTots (Totnes and Buckfastleigh combined) and it was Dawlish Marina who finished as the worthy runners-up.
It’s concerning to hear about the closure fears for the Minor Injuries Unit at Dawlish. While staffing issues are understandable, this service is crucial for the community. The Trust needs to provide a clear plan for resolving these problems and ensure the unit stays open long-term. We deserve more clarity and stability regarding our local healthcare services.
Absolutely wonderful initiative! The dedication of Dawlish volunteers really brings the community together and honors Remembrance Day in a meaningful way. It’s heartwarming to see creativity and respect combined like this. %uD83C%uDF3A Any positive comments or memories about past Poppy Walls would be appreciated—let’s celebrate the volunteers’ efforts!
Thanks for the update. Always concerning to see incidents like these happening in the local area. Hopefully the actions taken by the court help prevent similar situations in the future and bring some peace of mind to the community.
Lets not forget Christopher Matanle of Morningside Dawlish, for embezzling £76000 and now doing a jail sentence, and this is a few years after he got done for fare dodging on GWR, being fined £440 plus £160 costs.
A man has been jailed for a stealing spree. Ben Williams pilfered from shops in Teignmouth , Dawlish and Torquay , a court heard. In a separate case, Jude Le Grice entered as a trespasser nurses offices at the hospital with intent to cause unlawful damage. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/devon-court-latest-21-men-10645805
HEALTH bosses have denied it plans to close the Minor Injuries Unit at Dawlish Community Hospital until March. However Torbay and South Devon Healthcare Trust admitted ‘staffing problems’ have forced the unit to shut ‘temporarily’ at short notice.
THE HUNT is one for musicians to join the newly-formed Dawlish Town Band. Band leaders are hoping to encourage wind and brass players to join the ‘light-hearted’ group. A spokesman said: ‘We're still on the lookout for anyone that can play any instrument.