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North Devon Journal
Call for development sites to meet 'ambitious' house building targets
COMMUNITIES are being asked to identify potential sites for new houses and employment in North Devon as authorities prepare the next planning blueprint for the area.
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September 25, 2025
North Devon Journal
Conservation teamwork to help otters
STUDENTS in North Devon have partnered with the Environment Agency to build a new otter habitat on school grounds, using recycled materials from local flood defence works
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September 25, 2025
North Devon Journal
Familiar face returns after life-saving heart operation
A NORTH Devon Big Issue seller has been welcomed back to the town centre pitch where he’s stood for nine years - after undergoing lifesaving heart surgery.
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September 25, 2025
North Devon Journal
Last play area in a poor state to get £80k revamp
TORRIDGE District Council’s last remaining dilapidated children’s play area is to get a £80,000 revamp.
1 min |
September 25, 2025
North Devon Journal
Nurses and supporters take on giant cliff face abseil
A GROUP of NHS workers swapped wards for cliff faces as they abseiled 180ft down Berry Cliffs in a daring fundraising challenge.
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September 18, 2025
North Devon Journal
Emergency package needed for NHS to 'weather winter agony', says MP
A SUMMER surge in A&E demand has prompted North Devon's MP to call for emergency measures ahead of winter, warning the NHS has slipped into a year-round “permacrisis”.
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September 18, 2025
North Devon Journal
Permanent home bid for youth football club base
YOUTH football club in Biddeford that boasts 400 members could be getting its first dedicated home since it was formed in 2011.
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September 18, 2025
North Devon Journal
Father’s world record attempt in lakes
A FATHER is attempting to become the first person to swim the 10 largest lakes in Switzerland after his young son was struck by a devastating brain condition that turned his life upside down overnight.
1 min |
September 18, 2025
North Devon Journal
Yacht club’s young pirates work gains national win
SAILING club has been recognised on the national stage after winning a prestigious award for its work in inspiring the next generation of sailors.
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September 04, 2025
North Devon Journal
'Perfect' holiday trip marred by car vandals
A HOLIDAYING family say their “perfect” trip to North Devon was spoilt after they found their car vandalised just before heading home.
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September 04, 2025
North Devon Journal
Calls for future rail improvements as station marks 170 year history
A GROUP of campaigners gathered at Kings Nympton station to celebrate its 170-year history - and to demand more reliable and frequent train services on the busy Tarka Line.
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September 04, 2025
North Devon Journal
Crisis talks on bus fare hikes outrage
Councillors and MPs call for more funding to safeguard rural routes after outcry on student travel price rise.
1 min |
August 21, 2025
North Devon Journal
Communities fight two housing plans
>>Concerns over loss of green fields and wildlife sees residents unite against proposals for new developments.See pages 2&3
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August 14, 2025
North Devon Journal
Call to put art into town's 'new heart'
Council seeks to find creatives to shape future of revamped Boutport Street scheme to aid transformation.
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July 24, 2025
North Devon Journal
STEEPED IN HISTORY
This historic station house with an integral annexe, is set on the picturesque Tarka Line that runs between Exeter and Barnstaple.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Plan for business park and petrol station
A SPRAWLING new business park and service station could soon transform fields south of Lake Roundabout into a bustling hub of economic activity.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Barnstaple enjoy friendly win at Bideford
»BARNSTAPLE Town manager Ben Potter says it’s going to be a ‘tough season’ for the Western League Premier Division team - but an exciting one.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
SNACK TALK
George Egg - AKA The Snack Hacker-shares his journey into social media, discusses his new cookbook and reflects on what it's like collaborating with his son. By CAMILLA FOSTER
3 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Church bells ring in honour of centenarian Marjorie
BELLS rang out in celebration as Marjorie Elliott marked her 100th birthday surrounded by her entire family for the first time, alongside 100 guests at a special gathering in North Devon.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Play the long game and reap the rewards
Ignore the economic forecasts. Even the head of the Federal Reserve, Alan Greenspan, admitted he couldn't predict interest rates more than six months out, yet investors obsess over what might happen with inflation, GDP or central bank policy
3 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Skills drive aims to get more people back into workplace
AN ambitious new initiative aimed at improving adult learning and skills is being launched by Devon County Council.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hotel development opportunity outweighs issues raised by retirement village residents
A 30-BED hotel and camping site for motorhomes will be coming to a retirement village in Holsworthy. But not everyone is happy.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Have your say in 'biggest shake-up of local government for 50 years'
A RADICAL overhaul of local government in Devon could be on the horizon - and residents are being urged to have their say before final decisions are made.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
£83m repair blitz heralds new roads strategy
A POTHOLE repair blitz is set to roll out across parts of Devon as the county council trials a radical new approach to road maintenance under a sweeping £83 million programme.
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July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Steam wagon workhorse returns to county after 70-year absence
PEOPLE will get the chance to see a rare 1930s wagon that was used in the Second World War on a tour of Devon.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
£1.4m government cash boost for jobs training for adults
MORE adults across Devon are set to gain vital skills and qualifications thanks to a £1.4 million funding boost from the Department for Education.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
5 ways to stay on top of your subscriptions
Experts tell LARA OWEN how to stop paying for services you don't need
3 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hospital seeks approval for new, larger MRI unit
THE trust that runs North Devon District Hospital Devon is seeking planning permission to replace a modular MRI unit on site with a purpose built facility more than three times the size.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Lifesaving charity's £20k lottery boost
A VOLUNTEER-led Devon emergency response charity has been given almost £20,000 by the National Lottery Community Fund to continue its lifesaving work.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Spot the Dolphin on your driveway
BYD DIVES INTO THE BUDGET ELECTRIC VEHICLE MARKET WITH QUALITY SURF FOR CITY TURF
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