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Devon devolution deal to fund projects including 'Cranbox' in Cranbrook
A multi-million-pound cash injection to provide more affordable homes, sheltered accommodation, green jobs and business growth in Devon and Torbay has been confirmed by the UK Government.
The East Devon ‘Cranbox’ project includes the development of modular units, helping local businesses set up in Cranbrook and to create a commercial and community hub.
StreetScene clean-up team: less litter from this year's Ottery Tar Barrels
 Before and after East Devon District Council's StreetScene team's clean-up of the streets of Ottery St Mary
The Ottery Tar Barrels event clean-up began at 5am on Wednesday 6 November 2024, with East Devon District Council’s StreetScene team working until dawn to get the town looking ship-shape.
This year's event marked a positive shift toward sustainability, with noticeable changes in litter levels. The community's cooperation in using reusable cups (introduced by the event organisers), and cleaning up after themselves, has played a big part in maintaining the town’s appearance after the event.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all eventgoers for their consideration and to Ottery St Mary residents for their patience with noise made by the early morning cleanup. The clean-up team also deserve special recognition for their commitment for an early start to the day.
 Events in East Devon
Collective climate actions this weekend
 SkillShare24 takes place this Saturday, 9 November 2024, and is open to anyone with an interest in tackling climate issues locally.
The free event at The Mint in Exeter is a chance to meet with likeminded people and share knowledge about the issues facing the earth and climate, so we can all make a difference with our collective actions.
There’s a packed programme of workshops and activities on an array of subjects, including community energy and retrofitting, reducing tech waste, working with schools on climate action, and reducing food waste.
Visit CAG Devon's website for more information, and to book your ticket.
East Devon to mark Remembrance Sunday
Events across the district on Sunday 10 November 2024 include:
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Axminster - 10.20am - parade from South Street to the War Memorial
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Exmouth - 10.25am - parade from Imperial Road to The Strand
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Sidmouth - 10.30am - parade from High Street to the War Memorial
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Budleigh Salterton - 2pm - wreath-laying ceremony at the War Memorial
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Honiton - 2.30pm - parade from New Street to St Paul’s Church
East Devon District Council's Leader, Councillor Paul Arnott, will attend a service in Colyton, and the Chair, Councillor Eleanor Rylance, will attend Exmouth's service on Sunday morning, and Exeter Cathedral in the afternoon.
East Devon is home to the Royal Marines Commando Training Centre in Lympstone and a large proportion of residents either serve as personnel, are veterans, or are part of a military family. Earlier this year, the council signed the Armed Forces Covenant, as a promise to ensure that those who serve, or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
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Exhibition opening - mulled wine, mince pies, artist demonstrations, and discounts
 Thelma Hulbert Gallery's annual Christmas selling exhibition features hand-crafted gifts, showcasing the talent, and innovation of contemporary craftspeople in the South West.
Come along to the exhibition opening between 10am - 5pm on Saturday 16 November 2024. There will be a 10% discount on gifts.
Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell St, Honiton EX14 1LX thelmahulbert.com
Affordable and free screenings at Exmouth Film Festival
 The Exmouth Film Festival is back from Saturday 16 November – Saturday 23 November 2024, after a successful first year in 2023.
The volunteer-run, community festival is all about watching great films together, at accessible central town venues and priced to make it available to everyone, some films are even free.
From the new Wonka, to The Princess Bride, a ‘dress up’ for the Sound of Music, and the recent hit The Outrun, which stars multiple Oscar-nominated Saoirse Ronan, the festival has nine screenings and two events over the course of eight days.
“The film festival is all about coming together for a bit of fun for when the nights have drawn in and the weather is colder. It is great to have our local independent Scott Cinema as well as multiple town venues, The Rugby, Town Hall, Deaf Academy and Holy Trinity Church all involved. Why not take a look, book a few tickets and come have some fun as you watch some great films with us all. “
Find out more and book your tickets on the Exmouth Film Festival website.
 Get crafty this Christmas: festive pottery workshops at Seaton Wetlands
 Led by talented local potter, Caroline Davies, these workshops are designed to bring out your creativity as you prepare for Christmas. Whether you’re looking to make something for yourself, or a personalised gift, these workshops offer something for everyone, regardless of previous experience.
Keep in touch with the Wild East Devon team on Facebook and Instagram.
Discover more events in the local area by heading to the East Devon Excellence website
Donate clothes from your kerbside
 Good quality textiles and shoes, bagged and placed securely in your kerbside recycling box, will go to The Salvation Army for reuse or sale, which supports people in need.
East Devon District Council's scheme is a textile reuse scheme, rather than a recycling scheme, therefore as your textiles will be reused, it is important to keep them clean and dry.
We are unable to collect duvets, pillows, and cushions, please place those items in your wheeled grey refuse bin or take them to the recycling centre.
For those of you wondering if your textiles or shoes are of good quality for collection, we suggest, that if you ask yourself, ‘Would I buy this from a charity shop?’ If the answer is yes, then please place them out for collection. If not, then please place in your wheeled grey refuse bin, which will then go to the Energy from Waste Facility in Exeter.
During times of wet weather, you may wish to hang on to your textiles and put them out for collection in a drier period to ensure they don’t get wet, and are reusable.
Find out what you can recycle in East Devon, by visiting the A - Z search tool on the council's website.
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Have you downloaded our free East Devon app yet?
Join more than 70,000 people using our smartphone app and get simple personalised recycling and waste collection reminders, the latest collection updates and tell us about a missed collection. You can download the app through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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Keep updated about the Feniton Flood Alleviation Scheme
Stay up-to-date about the latest news, and road closures, in and around Feniton, while the Flood Alleviation work takes place.
Pick up a copy of the newsletter from outside the Kier compound, at the Spar shop, or request an email copy from stakeholderplo@kier.co.uk. For updates through social media, follow the Facebook page.
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 Have your say Devon County Council's cycle route proposals
 Left: Otter Trail, middle: Sidbury to Sidford, right: Beer to Axminster and Uplyme. For more detailed maps, visit Devon County County's website
Cycle route proposals around East Devon include the Otter Trail (from Feniton to Sidmouth, via Ottery St Mary and Tipton St John), Sidbury to Sidford, as well as a 23km route from Beer to Axminster and Uplyme.
Find out more about the proposals, and complete the feedback form (before Saturday 30 November 2024), on Devon County Council's website.
 Upcoming East Devon District Council meetings
Over the next week the following East Devon District Council meetings are taking place:
You can watch public meetings live on the council’s YouTube channel.
Find out more about becoming a councillor
 If you care about your community and want to help improve people’s lives, you could become your area’s next county councillor. The next county council elections are in May 2025. To help potential candidates understand the role and responsibilities, Devon County Council is inviting the public to sign up for an information session.
Attend either in person or online on Tuesday 10 December 2024 at 5pm or Thursday 16 January 2025 at 9am. The County Returning Officer, Maria Price, and the Council’s Democratic Services team will be available to answer any questions about the role, commitment, support, and training.
Register your interest in advance, either online, or by emailing Devon County Council's Democratic Services Team, or calling 01392 380 547.
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