One of the most captivating local authors is Grenville C Gilbert, as it is never dull to write about him, writes Josefina Gori.

A VJ Day 80th anniversary service was held in Ottery St Mary. The service was attended by 30 people in the churchyard. It started with a two-minute silence and the hymn I Vow to Thee, My Country.

The first is a combined indoor car boot and craft sale, scheduled for Sunday, September 7 at the Sidford Social Hall.