Knowstone News
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We have received reports of a number of scam texts being received alleging a parking fine. Please be wary of unexpected texts or emails of any kind, whether it states it is a fine, offer of a discount specific to you, or someone asking for help.… More
We ask for residents to continue to be vigilant of the scam in which residents are contacted by unexpected telephone calls from bogus callers claiming to be from their bank/fraud department/police, as we have received a number of recent reports in… More
2024 Crime and Community Survey Today sees the launch of our annual survey looking at your experience of crime and your connection to your local community. The data from the survey goes into a report which we publish on the website, and use to help… More
Top Tips 1. PASSWORDS / 2FA / 2SV. Use Strong Passwords. Consider using - ThreeR@nd0mWord$ . Your password MUST contain at least 12 characters. Don’t use the same password for all your accounts. The strongest should be for your primary email… More
We have been made aware of a small increase in hare coursing reports across Devon and Cornwall. At this time, we are sharing this information to make you alert to the possibility of coursing, and we will be stepping up patrols in some target areas… More
Over the last couple of days we have noticed a number of instances where thefts have occurred on farms/rural locations. The most recent in Chulmleigh overnight on the 29th September has seen the victim returning to his field to discover items have… More
We now have a Police Commissioner Councillor Advocate in the parish after the Parish Council Chairman John Pomfret volunteered to take on the role. Please see his statement below which outlines the role and also provides useful information on how to… More
Knowstone Village Hall report May-September 2024 The Hall Committee has continued working hard organising events and keeping the Hall in good functioning order. Sadly, we have lost two trustees; Phil Dey (moved out of the village) and Cath Whatcott… More