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Is this really any of DTC's business?

23/00070/COND2 Discharge of Condition 6 (external materials) on planning permission 23/00070/FUL - Dwelling with integral garage https://publicaccess.teignbridge.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=T1CNV3PZ01B00&activeTab=summary Status: Pending Consideration

South West Water is addressing Dawlish's water quality issues with a new underground storm tank. THE new tank being constructed the centre of Dawlish is beginning to take shape. South West Water is currently installing an underground storm tank in the middle of the Lawn as part of its multi-million pound scheme to tackle the town’s water quality problems. Read more... ...

Students at Dawlish College were in high spirits when they picked up their GCSE and Level 1 BTEC results this morning with shrieks of delight echoing across the hall. The cohort receiving the GCSE results today started their secondary school journey in September 2020; just six months after the start of the first Covid 19 lockdown. Read more... ...

Residents in Dawlish are complaining about construction lorries using residential roads instead of the newly opened Dawlish link road, designed to alleviate traffic in the area. RESIDENTS claim construction lorries are continuing to use residential roads to access building sites in Dawlish instead of the newly opened Dawlish link road. Read more... ...

They need to be dropped off at the homes of the refugees welcome brigade.

A shameless burglar who targeted primary schools and homes in Dawlish and Teignmouth over a period of 18 months has been jailed for six years. Callum Tumilty, 30 and of no fixed abode in Dawlish , was sentenced at Exeter Crown Court on Monday, August 18. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/burglar-who-targeted-dawlish-teignmouth-10441849

The Lansdowne pub in Dawlish is holding a family fun day in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support on Saturday (August 23) in memory of a member of bar staff. Emma Rabbage sadly passed away in August 2022 after being diagnosed with cancer. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/lanny-fundraiser-in-memory-of-barmaid-824471

MUSICIANS and Indian dancers entertained families visiting a Teignbridge care home as part of their 20th anniversary celebrations earlier this summer. Sefton Hall in Dawlish opened its gardens to the public for their summer fete, marking 20 years since it joined the Southern Healthcare Group, which owns four award-winning care homes across Devon. Read more... ...

psssst. let me tell you you 1263 in the nicest possible way I DON'T GIVE A FA-RT

The best conversationalist on dawlish threads by viewers....

UK is backing down which is good news not that it has much choice. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdj2m3rrk74o

Teignmouth Airshow is on the hunt for a new volunteer finance director following the resignation of the current incumbent. He had previously been involved in Dawlish Airshow. However, he has decided to step down to focus on his health, family and business. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/airshow-seeks-finance-director-following-resignation-823787

A book club for those who find it difficult to access the written word is launching in Dawlish this week. Dawlish Bookworms launches on Tuesday (August 19) and the group will meet at 2pm every Tuesday at The Strand Centre. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/accessible-book-club-opens-in-dawlish-823614

Sentenced along with to  write out 50 times " I must not steal"

POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information about an assault in Teignmouth. ‘Did you witness anything?’, says a spokesperson for Teignmouth and Dawlish Police said. ‘ If you feel you can help with our investigation please contact us at https://orlo.uk/fub1y and quote crime number 50250198460’, added the spokesperson. Read more... ...

Event finished 'Give and Take' Bring along good quality items. Location: Riverside Centre Sunday, 24 August 2025 Start 10:00 Finish 13:00 Contact: dawlishtransition@gmail.com

Event finished An Afternoon of Song and Giggles - a lively and hilarious performance by a brilliant comedy duo. Enjoy an uplifting show filled with original songs, sharp humour, and non-stop laughter. Perfect for a fun outing with friends or anyone who loves live entertainment. Don’t miss this feel-good event packed with great vibes and belly laughs! Location: Smugglers Inn Saturday, 23 August ...

Wrigley, instead of getting behind Mr Bowes-Roden’s campaign had to go and launch his own didn't he. He's just salty that someone got their before him.

Foden and the Liberal Democrats make a big deal about the Number 2 Service and 'campaign' for a more frequent service during the run-in to elections. This shows she has no clout and her campaigning achieves nothing.

Currently (1645hrs) at anchor approx 5km off  Watcombe beach.

South West Water is collaborating with a Dawlish videographer to document its significant investment programme, aimed at improving water quality and reducing storm overflows in Dawlish. So far preparation work has been completed for the new storm works at The Lawn and Sandy Lane, including pipe diversions to allow space for the new tanks. Read more... ...

Residents in Dawlish welcome the opening of the new link road, ending a decade of construction traffic disruptions. RESIDENTS in Dawlish, whose lives have been blighted for a decade by construction traffic, are to be relieved of the 100s of vehicle movements with the opening of a new link road. Read more... ...

A POLICE and Communities Together (PACT) meeting is taking place in Bishopsteignton next week. Members of the Teignmouth and Dawlish Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at the Old Commercial Inn on August 22. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/meeting-invites-community-to-discuss-issues-with-police-822672

Friday 15th August It’s the last day of carnival 2025 so don’t forget to visit the stalls and there’s still plenty to see and do BEFORE the parade. 9am – Dawlish Musical Theatre Company – rehearsal! Marquee Orientation 9am–9.30am and the workshops begin at 9.30am prompt with “Can you hear the people sing” as the first piece with a break before “dancing through life” from 11.00–12.00pm. Meeting ...

Work has begun on a major upgrade to Dawlish’s wastewater system in a bid to cut storm overflow use and improve local bathing waters. South West Water has started the next stage of a multi-million-pound project to future-proof the town’s network as its population grows. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/multi-million-pound-works-set-10419947

CROWDS were out in force at Dawlish Celebrates Carnival to watch the iconic Red Arrows fly past. The RAF aerobatic display team performed the fly past yesterday afternoon. It was one of the highlights of the packed week of carnival events and activities which culminates tomorrow with the grand finale the Community Parade. Read more... ...

Taylor Wimpey is inviting potential homebuyers to take a look around their brand new three bedroom Braxton view home at its Brook Vale development in Dawlish. The event will take place on Thursday 14th August from 4pm to 8pm , giving visitors the opportunity to view the 2.5 storey Braxton property. Read more... ...

A kaleidoscope of colour graced The Strand Centre in Dawlish last weekend courtesy of Dawlish Garden Society. The society were holding their annual summer show at the venue and with a bumper selection of exhibits on display visitors were kept entertained  viewing - and judges were kept busy making the tricky decisions. Read more... ...

Wesley Hayes from Dawlish avoided immediate jail despite a premeditated attack involving a liquid thrown at an acquaintance, causing fear and hospitalisation. A 42-YEAR-OLD Dawlish man who threw a liquid into the face of an acquaintance who owed him money in a premeditated attack, has escaped an immediate jail sentence. Read more... ...

Event today Location: Warren Farm Start 13:00 Finish 16:00 Contact: 07805365410 Car boot sale every Wednesday. Sellers from 11am. Buyers £1 per vehicle.

A road in Devon is blocked after a wide load became stuck. Roads monitoring service Inrix said the A379 southbound became blocked at 12.10pm today, Wednesday, August 13, by an 'abnormal load' near Powderham Castle. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/live-wide-load-stuck-near-10422009

A CHILDREN’S charity in Dawlish received a major boost with a £5,000 donation from Dawlish Freemasons. AIMS supports children with special and additional needs and their families through weekly get togethers. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/masons-gift-ps5000-to-childrens-charity-821923

Event finished ...and Landed Outside the Farndale Avenue Church. Written by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin Jr. Directed by Paula Smith The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society blasts off in a hilariously chaotic sci-fi spoof, complete with clunky effects, theatrical mishaps, and Mrs. Reece’s determined leadership. This wildly funny adventure to Mars promises ...

Richard Hayward, a retired Royal Navy man from Dawlish, reunited with his comrades after over 50 years, sharing memories of their time on HMS Bulwark and HMS Invincible. RETIRED Dawlish Royal Navy man Richard Hayward has met up with some of his forces comrades for a reunion after more than 50 years. Read more... ...

25/01341/TPO T1: LHS: 1x Mature Beech: Reduce the crown overall, by removing approximately 2.5 - 3 meters from branch tips to suitable pruning points, retaining the main framework and a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure to help excessive shading as the canopy has now started to shade both properties quite significantly. Lift secondary branch growth only, up to height of primary ...

Mandarin ducks Ike and Tina, funded by Dawlish's Over 60s Disco, join the local waterfowl flock. IKE and Tina are the new Dawlish disco ducks. The two Mandarin ducks have joined the Dawlish flock of waterfowl thanks to a group of dancers. Read more... https://www.middevonadvertiser.co.uk/news/dawlish-disco-duck-boost-ike-and-tina-join-the-flock-821636

Join Dawlish Royal British Legion on Friday for a VJ Day ceremony at the Lawn, commemorating the end of WWII in the Far East. THE Dawlish Branch of the Royal British Legion will be taking part in the national commemoration of VJ Day on Friday to mark the end of the Second World War in the Far East. Read more... ...

A large fire has broken out near a rugby ground in Exmouth this evening, Monday, August 11. One person said they could see smoke from Dawlish Warren. Another person has said there are four fire engines at the scene. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/live-large-fire-breaks-out-10417097

When it comes to beaches , Devon boasts plenty. From Ilfracombe in the north to Dawlish Warren in the south, the county is blessed with plenty of picturesque spots for sunseekers to enjoy the heatwave. Read more... https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/beat-devon-beach-crowds-backwards-10416476