Local News

BBC Local Radio is teaming up with manufacturers, retailers and a loneliness charity to offer free DAB radios to the most vulnerable people aged over 70.

It comes as millions of people are forced to stay in their homes and isolate from their friends and families because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Radio is a vital source of news, information and companionship in these...

It is that time of the year when winning some money would be a great benefit to you and your family. And if you live in the northern part of the UK, trying the People’s Postcode Lottery would be worth it. Research has shown that people in the north are more likely to win the £3million draws than those in the southern part because only 37 percent (18 out of 45 winners) are from the south. The...

Highways teams are continuing to deliver essential safety repairs on Devon’s roads in order to maintain the local network for key workers. Devon County Council has temporarily suspended planned maintenance work in order to focus on the repair of critical infrastructure. Highway maintenance workers have been classified by the Government as key to delivering essential service during the ongoing...

Our NHS and national healthcare providers are on the front-line fighting COVID 19, from A&E departments, doctors, nurses and paramedics through to porters, cleaners and catering staff - they’re all pulling together to help saves – our lives! But they need our help.

If you, your friends, and or neighbours know of someone who is working in healthcare – now is the time to offer the...