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Judging by the number of students you see crossing the road either texting or have the phone to their ears suggest they look at their actions first before going on about road safety.

Update from PC Miller, Dawlish's new Neighbourhood Beat Manager! PC Miller attended yesterday's full Town Council meeting to share updates about the proactive work being done to keep our community safe. Here’s what’s happening: The local policing team includes PC Miller and two Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs). Tackling anti-social behaviour in collaboration with Teignbridge District ...

A HAIR-CUTTING service for the homeless has been launched in Dawlish. Hair In The Community provides hair cuts to those living on the streets and the vulnerable. Started in Exeter in 2009, it has expanded its services to run monthly sessions at the Strand Centre in Dawlish. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/haircuts-for-homeless-launched-758858

Dawlish Town Council is seeking an experienced, well organised administrator with excellent customer service skills to provide a front-of-house service to customers of the Council, in addition to assisting with the administrative duties of the Council. Applications will remain open until the vacancy is filled. Salary: SCP 25 – 28 (£35,235 – £37,938 per annum FTE) – pro rata Hours: 25 per week (and ...

Dawlish Skip Service Saturday 25th January 2025 at Barton Hill Car Park 10am–4pm For Bulky General Waste Items & Non-Hazardous Small and Large Domestic Appliances Only ITEMS ACCEPTED AT BARTON HILL • Large Black Bin General Waste items • Packaging • Polystyrene • Carpets • Mattresses • Non-Hazardous Small Domestic Appliances e.g. Microwaves, Electric Lawn Mowers, Power Tools, Hairdryers, Speakers ...

Thursday, 23 January 2025 08:05. The RNLI is on the lookout for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals to join its lifeguard team for the summer, covering some of Devon’s most picturesque and popular beaches, including Teignmouth, Dawlish Warren, Exmouth, and Sandy Bay. Read more... ...

Wednesday, 22 January 2025 10:29. Do you know an individual or organisation that deserve recognition for their services to the Town? Please tell us and nominate them for a Community Award!. Read more... https://www.devonairradio.com/news/torbay-news/dawlish-community-awards-2025/

Event finished Don't forget, your local councillors will be available on Saturday, 25 January from 10am to 12pm at Dawlish Library, This is your chance to raise any concerns,share your ideas, or ask questions about local issues. No appointment needed-just drop in. Location: Dawlish Library Saturday, 25 January 2025 Start 10:00 Contact: 01626 863388 Website: https://www.dawlish.gov.uk/

Why not call it what it is.... a suicide

Tuesday, 21 January 2025 10:46. Residents of Dawlish are encouraged to take advantage of an upcoming drop-in surgery with their local councillors this Saturday, 25 January. The session will take place at Dawlish Library between 10am & noon,. Read more... https://www.devonairradio.com/news/torbay-news/local-councillors-to-host-drop-in-surgery-at-dawlish-library-this-saturday/

Update on Southport Axel Rudakubana pleads guilty. Starmer and the police ‘covered up’ the Southport stabbings. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2025/01/20/keir-starmer-police-covered-up-southport-terror-farage They are still gaslighting everyone by refusing to call it what it is. He's pleaded guilty to murder and terrorism. He had an Al Qaeda manual and was producing ricin. Al Qaeda is an ...

HALDON Trail Runners chair Anthea Board won her age category in a race for the third week in a row on Sunday. Fresh from her success at the muddy 13-mile Oh My Obelisk race in Dawlish and flat First Chance 10k in Exeter, she also took the FV60 honours in the rearranged Budleigh Blister race on January 19. Read more... ...

Dawlish will host another evening of music, comedy and nostalgia in March following the success of a sold-out show in 2023. The one-night-only charity extravaganza, ‘Another Night of Nostalgia’, marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day and will raise funds for the Dawlish and Teignmouth Talking Newspaper as it celebrates its tenth birthday. Read more... ...

Event finished Join Darren for fortnightly walk in Dawlish. Meeting point is Barton Hill Car Park. MenWalkTalk - It’s a statement! Men – We're talking to you! Walk – It’s good for you, your mental health and your physical health! Talk – Because there is more evidence to support talking over isolation! Location: Meeting point is Barton Hill Car Park. Sunday, 26 January 2025 - Sunday, 25 January ...

Thank you WM.

MPs have called for urgent reform of railway services in the South West. Mr Wrigley set the tone by recalling the infamous Dawlish storm of 2014, which devastated railway infrastructure and cost the regional economy an estimated £1.2 billion. Read more... https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/mps-demand-urgent-reform-south-9866636

Dawlish Warren is basking in a splendid day. The sun, low in an unblemished sky, casts elongated shadows across the deserted amusement park. With shutters drawn, gates sealed, temperatures hovering around freezing, shops closed, and, most notably, devoid of tourists. Read more... https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/south-west-holiday-resort-winter-9857688

Railway services between Exeter’s St David’s and Plymouth currently cancelled owing to an incident on the line near Starcross. Services expected to resume 6pm (Sat 18/1/25).

More PR for wrigley as if anything will change due to his comments

Event finished Shake, Rattle, and Roll We’re rolling out the jukebox for this family celebration that’s taking Dawlish straight back to the fab ’50s and swinging ’60s! Live Music: Get ready to twist and shout with local legends ‘Ruby & the Rascals’ performing classic hits DJ Phil Winters: Spinning the best vinyl tracks to keep your dancing shoes busy. Memory Lane Premiere: Hear heartwarming ...

Event finished Och aye, it’s time for a Burns Night Bash! Join us for a toe-tapping, belly-filling, haggis-honoring night to remember at the Strand Centre! Tickets: £5 each Bag Pipers: Starting the night with the skirl of the pipes – goosebumps guaranteed! Cèilidh Dancing: Grab a partner (or make a new friend!) and whirl around the floor. No experience? No problem – it’s all in good fun! ...

A COMMUNITY project exploring memories of dancing in the heyday of the 20th century seaside music scene is set to culminate with a celebratory public dance event in Dawlish. Over the last few months, At The Hop! has seen older Dawlish residents in care home and community groups to share their reminiscences of going out dancing in their youth. Read more... ...

Waste of time like so many of Dawlish town councils dictacts no one to enforce same.

Some properties in a Devon seaside town have lost their water supply following reports of a burst pipe. South West Water (SWW) said on its website , external at 07:00 GMT on Friday some customers in Dawlish had lower water pressure than normal or a loss of supply. Read more... https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c24779mj9rmo

Many properties in Dawlish have no water supply. South West Water is currently investigating. https://www.southwestwater.co.uk/household/help-support/in-your-area?flyToId=209157

If I was a member of the deceased's  family, I would be disgusted at the photos shown in the link.

NOMINATIONS are open to find this year’s Dawlish unsung heroes. Dawlish Town Council’s annual Community Awards recognise individuals and organisations which have given outstanding service to the town and its residents. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/call-to-find-unsung-heroes-756544

THREE new Black Swan eggs have been laid on a nesting site in Dawlish. The latest eggs follow the first egg being attacked by seagulls. Despite the set back, the breeding pair of dad Bert and mum Kimba are continuing with their next brood. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/iconic-black-swans-laying-new-clutch-of-eggs-756107

Event starts tomorrow Men’s Shed is a community space where men can meet, chat, and create, reducing loneliness while having fun. At Dawlish Men’s Shed, we offer a safe, friendly environment and a warm welcome to all. Opening times: Monday : 11am – 2pm Wednesday: 11am – 2pm Friday: 11am – 2pm Email paullentle8@gmail.com Location: The Strand Centre Wednesday, 15 January 2025 Start 11:00 Finish ...

AS is often the case, Teignbridge Trotters were well-represented at the Dawlish Coasters “O My Obelisk” event, a race which took place on Sunday, January 12 and is the latest round of the club championship. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/running/teignbridge-trotters-well-represented-at-coasters-competition-755737

A huge fundraising effort has been launched to help the owners of a beach shack destroyed in a devastating fire over the weekend. It has triggered a massive outpouring of support, with people from Teignmouth community along with Dawlish , Starcross, Kingsteignton and Newton Abbot offering to help the business. Read more... ...

DAWLISH Carnival is all systems go for this summer organisers have announced, despite major work by South West Water. Organisers have confirmed this summer’s carnival will be taking place from Saturday August 9 to Friday August 15. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/carnival-gets-go-ahead-755488

A DETERMINED duo represented Fit2Run on Sunday, January 12 at the Dawlish Coaster’s ‘Oh My Obelisk’. This is an event that is ran every year and it consists of a multi-terrain nine or 13-mile route up to the Obelisk at Mamhead from Dawlish Leisure Centre and back down again. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/running/fit2run-duo-tackle-the-obelisk-event-755439

A PRE-SCHOOL in Dawlish has closed following concerns for the safety of children. Little Swans was shut down just before Christmas after complaints were made to regulator Ofsted that the pre-school was ‘not meeting the requirements relating to safeguarding policies and procedures’. Read more... ...

Event finished Never kicked a ball but always wanted to? Try a slower version of the beautiful game, make new friends and get active. Ideal for those recovering from illness or injury. Plus Tea and Cake afterwards. From the 12th of January 2025 @ 10:30am, then fortnightly. First session FREE! £3 thereafter. JUST TURN UP! Location: Sandy Lane Sunday, 12 January 2025 - Sunday, 11 January 2026 Start ...

Event finished Celebrating the 165th anniversary of the society. There will be a seed swap and a spring plant sale. A chance to catch up, chat with others about gardens and gardening with tea, coffee and a special cake. Free event. Location: The Manor House, Old Town Street, Dawlish, EX7 9AP Saturday, 18 January 2025 Start 10:00 Finish 12:00 Website: https://www.dawlish-gardensociety.uk/

It's a glorious day in Dawlish Warren. The sun is hanging low in a cloudless sky, casting long shadows over the empty amusement park. Shutters are down, gates are locked, the temperature is close to freezing, the shops are shut and, best of all, there are no tourists. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/whats-on/whats-on-news/inside-mega-devon-holiday-resort-9849643

Trumped-up charges by the loony left so they could repeatedly call him a convicted felon hoping no one would vote for him. But it backfired spectacularly, lol.

Need a cull of seagulls but the do gooders would be up in arms, should be named landgulls as majority of time surviving on fish suppers / bin contents and duck food. Not the first time gulls have killed  potential adult swans by killing young cygnets a few years ago.

Event finished On the eve of Joe’s Nobel Prize for Literature, the crown jewel in a spectacular body of work, Joan’s coup de grace is to confront the biggest sacrifice of her life and the secret of his career success. Teignmouth Film Society Tickets £5 – On the door only Bar Open from 7pm | Screening at 8pm. Location: Shaftesbury Theatre Friday, 17 January 2025 Start 20:00 Finish 22:00 Contact: ...