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North Devon Journal
School named regional leader in music to work with more pupils
CHULMLEIGH College has been named one of Devon Music Education Hub's new Lead Schools for Music, marking a major achievement for the rural secondary school and its thriving music department.
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July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
When you get that big cheer it's like, 'ha ha, it's my night'
It's the return of the Strictly Legends as MARION McMULLEN checks out the backstage banter with dance stars Pasha Kovalev and Brendan Cole
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Man 'released early' from mental health unit nearly killed his mum
MENTALLY ill Devon man who was “prematurely discharged” from hospital attacked his own mum during a brutal assault in her home.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Survey indicates enthusiasm for Al as an aid to growth
MORE than half of Westcountry business owners say they believe the adoption of artificial intelligence will be a “key growth driver” in the local economy, according to a new report.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Pannier market looks for traders with bright ideas
BARNSTAPLE Pannier Market is inviting fresh talent and unique traders to join its vibrant trading space, as part of an initiative to inject new life into the historic site and diversify its offerings.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Braunton’s up-and-down season continues but skipper says they remain competitive
BRAUNTON’S up-and-down form in the B Division continued with a three-wicket reversal at Ipplepen.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Surf business' sauna addition 'supports tourism'
A POPULAR surf business in Croyde has submitted a retrospective planning application after installing a rooftop sauna, decking, and balustrade without prior approval.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Appeal after teenage girl assaulted as she walked along the Tarka Trail
DETECTIVES have released a detailed description of a suspect as they seek witnesses after a girl was attacked on the Tarka Trail near Bideford.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Trainee detectives join front line to continue developing their skills
NINETEEN officers have joined Devon and Cornwall Police from Police Now's national graduate programme.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Quality builds of model boats impresses at open day
KENWITH Castle Model Boat Club held its annual open day last month.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Family reaping the rewards of switching to low-cost system
UST off the North Devon Link Road, the choice of venue for this year's NSA Sheep South West was the 69-hectare (170-acre) Weston Farm, bought in 2013 and home to Richard and Laura Stanbury and their children George and Oliver.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Garden designer and presenter to visit town as part of UK tour
AWARD-WINNING British garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter Adam Frost is leaving the garden and heading back out on tour, and will visit Barnstaple in the autumn.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Dumping insulation waste leads to hefty court fine
A WOMAN has been fined for her role in dumping construction waste at a North Devon beauty spot.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Six wickets for Wood in win for Hatherleigh
EMMERSON Wood trousered a six-wicket haul to help Hatherleigh on their way to a five-wicket win over Torquay & Kingskerswell in the A Division.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Cost of rural crime in county bucked national trend with 40% rise in 2024
THE cost of rural crime in Devon rose 40.5% to an estimated £911,000 as the countryside continues to tackle organised and serious crime, new figures from NFU Mutual reveal.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Fountain set for £60k repair to get it working
A “SPECTACULAR” tidal water fountain in Bideford which has been out of action for more than a decade is to be repaired.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
What war signals for the world economy
In a world where financial markets used to melt at every puff of Middle Eastern smoke, it’s remarkable how composed they've become, even as drones and missiles whizzed between Iran and Israel.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Concern over future of council's £130m SEND deficit
FEARS have been raised about Devon County Council's ability to start its budget-setting process amid ongoing uncertainty around its huge special needs deficit.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hopes high for jobs boost as £15m new maritime centre work begins
CONSTRUCTION has officially begun on the Appledore Clean Maritime Innovation Centre, a major development aimed at putting Torridge at the forefront of green maritime technology.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Observation pays off as North Devon anglers enjoy bass spree
ANGLING COLUMN
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Even more people using app to ease pressure on NHS
RECORD numbers of patients in Devon are now accessing health care services through the NHS app.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Better access to trail would boost tourism
IF Bideford wants to boost its number of tourists, access to the Tarka Trail needs to be easier, a local councillor has claimed.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hope for North Devon after they get first win
At last! North Devon are off the mark in the Devon County Premier Division thanks to a three-wicket win over Sandford.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Tourism group celebrates
MEMBERS of a tourism group in the county gathered to mark the organisation’s 40th anniversary.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Collecting dog rewarded for efforts
A GOLDEN retriever named Henry has been awarded two more silver medals after collecting £500 for charity at Woody Bay Station on the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
HAPPY HOUR
Luxe up those libations and evening soirees with these stylish suggestions, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Car show dubbed 'one of the best' raises £20k funds
SUPERMODEL and racing enthusiast Jodie Kidd has described the Lyn Valley Classic as \"one of the best car shows in the world\" during her return to the Devon motoring spectacle.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Guitarist brings melodies to club
>> MIX the sophistication of jazz, the grit of blues and the grooves of funk and soul and you have the recipe for the music of American jazz guitarist B.D. Lenz who will bring his dynamic trio to North Devon Jazz Club at The Beaver, Appledore on Monday, July 7.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Exhibition marks 10 years of studio
APPLEDORE Print Studio is marking its tenth anniversary this summer with a celebratory community exhibition showcasing a decade of creative talent from its pupils.
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July 03, 2025
North Devon Journal
Cameras will help council enforce road restrictions
NEW cameras are coming to bus gates to enforce the traffic restrictions in place.
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