It’s been a busy week for Okehampton’s MP — and Okehampton as a whole. Here are the big stories in today’s Okehampton Times.

• During yet another tumultuous week on the national political stage, Okehampton’s MP has been promoted to a key role in the Cabinet.

• A teenage girl has braved scissors and shaver to have her long locks cut off in support of her brother who is currently undergoing cancer treatment.

• Two British aircraft owners and pilots were invited to LAS Aerospace Ltd headquarters in Okehampton recently to collect sponsorship items for the upcoming commemoration flights to honour the events of D-Day in June 1944.

• The Citizens Advice branch that serves Okehampton is celebrating its 80 years of volunteering next week as part of a national initiative.

• A Chagford florist is celebrating after winning a gold medal at last week’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

• An Okehampton teenager who was first introduced to flying on his ninth birthday, is one of 11 teenagers awarded a Flying Scholarship for their commitment to the work of a national military charity. 

• North Tawton’s drama group is currently performing the well-loved play Goodnight Mister Tom.

• NINE pages of local sport including Okehampton Rugby Club celebrating their amazing season, all the local cricket and more.