1. Council tax scammer impersonating EDDC officer calls elderly Sidmouth woman

    29 October 2021

    An elderly lady, who lives in Sidmouth, received a call from a man yesterday (Thursday, 29 October) calling himself David Morris and pretending to be from East Devon District Council's (EDDC) legal team.

  2. Exmouth Skate Park official opening event postponed until spring

    29 October 2021

    Unfortunately, due to the recent rainy weather EDDC has had to postpone the official opening event of Exmouth Skate Park, that was due to take place on Saturday.

  3. Feniton flood prevention works get much needed funding

    29 October 2021

    Funding for much-needed Feniton flood prevention works, costing nearly £4million, has been secured after two years of waiting.

  4. AMENDED release: New £14m Sidmouth Beach Management Scheme takes major step forward

    25 October 2021

    A new and improved multi-million Sidmouth Beach Management Scheme (BMS) could eliminate the need for a controversial raised splash wall on the seafront.

  5. Colyton Parish Neighbourhood Plan referendum to be held December

    25 October 2021

    A referendum on Colyton’s Parish Neighbourhood Plan will be held in December and if adopted will help shape developments in the area for the next decade.

  6. Calls to reverse £20 Universal Credit cut backed by East Devon council

    22 October 2021

    Calls for the prime minister to reverse cuts that left low income families struggling on £20 less a week, have been back by East Devon District councillors. The below letter has been sent to Whitehall by the authority’s top boss – chief executive Mark Williams – on behalf of the authority’s councillors.

  7. New council plan focuses on greener East Devon, housing and recovering economy

    21 October 2021

    Housing, helping our economy to recover and being greener will be top priorities for East Devon District Council (EDDC) for years to come, a new plan has revealed.

  8. What goes on at COP?

    21 October 2021

    Thelma Hulbert Gallery's new photographic exhibition will provide a fascinating insight into the world of COP.

  9. Are you trying to improve your town or help your local community with a special project? Find out how to apply for a share of £50,000 here.

    18 October 2021

    Free crowdfunding workshops are being held next month to help anyone in need of a grant to make their local dream or project a reality.

  10. Working Together for the future of East Devon 2021 conference

    15 October 2021

    Voluntary organisations and community groups, as well as Town and Parish Councils from across the district are being invited to book their places on the annual “Working Together for the Future of East Devon” 2021 event.

  11. Green Flags flying again over East Devon!

    15 October 2021

    Green Flag awards have been retained by East Devon District Council’s (EDDC) for their Manor Gardens in Exmouth, Seafield Gardens in Seaton, and Connaught Garden in Sidmouth, along with Seaton Wetlands nature reserve on the Axe Estuary.

  12. Exmouth to host three-evening live music event next summer

    11 October 2021

    A huge music event, which is expected to attract some of the UK’s hottest artists, is coming to Exmouth next summer.

  13. National award for scheme that’s boosted kerbside collections and recycling

    08 October 2021

    An innovative scheme which has allowed Devon’s district councils to improve their kerbside waste collection services and improve recycling rates has won a national award.

  14. Seaton Jurassic Visitor Centre to remain closed until use can be found

    07 October 2021

    Should Seaton Jurassic Visitor Centre be redesigned, sold or used as another type of visitor attraction?

  15. East Devon village halls receive £6k cash injection for special projects

    04 October 2021

    Two village halls, in Lympstone and Northleigh, are set to receive a cash injection of nearly £6,000 to help make much-needed improvements, thanks to East Devon District Council (EDDC).