News in Honiton

On January 5 2020, carrying 30 lbs (13.7 kilos), I will be taking on the legendary Fandance - the oldest special forces test in the world, and a most appropriate place to keep the Baton's message alive.

I was looking for something to take on for my 69th birthday, to raise funds and awareness for the Baton's ongoing work.

Fire services were called to a vehicle fire in Rockwood Close in Honiton at 2.30 this morning.

The cause of the fire, which destroyed one car and damaged two other vehicles, was established as 'deliberate'.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports of a vehicle fire at Rockwood Close in Honiton at 2.30 this morning.

One fire appliance from Honiton and one from Ottery St Mary were sent to the location.

Honiton Carers enjoyed a visit from East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at their last meeting at the Methodist Church on Wednesday 13 November.

Winnie Cameron introduced Pete Youngman the AONB Project Officer for East Devon who gave a very interesting talk about his role and AONB.

With a General Election approaching Honiton residents are being reminded to ensure they are registered to vote in this important poll.

In order to vote, residents must be on the electoral register and East Devon District Council is urging residents not currently registered at their address to make sure that they register in time.

Honiton Town Council and Honiton Community Complex, who run the Beehive, appear to have settled a long-running dispute on costs involved with running the community centre.

Both parties have announced that they will 'move forward' onto the next step in negotiations, after a financial agreement was reached yesterday (November 12).

SKINNER - JANE passed away peacefully at the R D & E Hospital Wonford on 11th November 2019 aged 85 years.

To see all the latest Honiton obituaries and death notices - click on the red button below, or on Obituaries located on the menu bar above.

Christmas shoppers looking for unique and unusual gifts will find inspiration at the Escot House Artisan Fair on Saturday 23 November.

This is the second year for the event, which debuted last year and was declared a resounding success by shoppers and traders alike.

East Devon performers played their part in making the area's very own night at the proms a fitting tribute to its inspirational founder.

Classics Galore! was established by former Exeter policeman Dick Passmore and has been staged every two years since 2007 to raise money for FORCE Cancer Charity.

UPDATE: Recovery work has now been completed. Road cleared both ways on A30 at Viney Lane.

A crash on the A30 at Viney Lane near Rawridge has left the road partially blocked.