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Sadness as popular animal attraction at castle closes
A MUCH-loved animal attraction at Powderham Castle has closed, prompting an outpouring of disappointment from visitors.
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June 26, 2025
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Partner wants to honour skydive tragedy victim with his own jump
THE partner of the mum who died in a South West skydiving tragedy is to carry out the same jump in her memory.
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June 26, 2025
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Any colour but always green
Environmentally-conscious, stylish spaces are where it's at, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
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June 26, 2025
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Well-known independent surf shop shuts down
THE owners of an independent business in Exeter's indie quarter have made the difficult decision to close their shop.
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June 19, 2025
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Legend Jimmy will reflect on his long and varied career in showbiz
COMEDY icon Jimmy Tarbuck is set to perform at one of his 'favourite' theatres in Devon as part of a new tour.
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June 19, 2025
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Campaigners claim victory as funds finally confirmed for railway station
A MID Devon town will get a new railway station after a ‘significant victory’ in winning funding.
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June 19, 2025
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Councillors voice dismay at ‘cynical’ changes in proposed planning bill
ANGER has emerged from a council about aspects of a major bill that will impact how planning applications are decided.
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June 19, 2025
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Independents hit by rise in shoplifting, violence and abuse
A RECENT survey on retail crime and the illicit trade in tobacco and vape products carried out by Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed) shows that the vast majority of those who responded are finding it harder to keep trading.
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June 19, 2025
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LOVELY GARDENS
Spacious and beautifully renovated, this Victorian home in Exmouth has almost 3,000 sq.ft. of versatile accommodation including a selfcontained, onebedroom annexe currently used to generate additional income.
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June 19, 2025
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Public toilets could be transformed into takeaway and multi-use hub
An old and run-down public toilet block could get the go-ahead to be transformed into a takeaway.
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June 19, 2025
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Grecians are lucky to have a manager like Gary Caldwell, insists Sweeney
EXETER City captain Pierce Sweeney says the club are lucky to have a manager of the calibre of Gary Caldwell and he deserves more credit from those that doubt him.
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June 19, 2025
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Robberies most likely in town centres
THE areas of Devon where people are most likely to be mugged, carjacked, or threatened and forced to hand over mobile phones, have been highlighted in a new crime map.
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June 19, 2025
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City bridge reopens after five-month closure for repairs
A HISTORIC bridge in the heart of Exeter has reopened to traffic and pedestrians following a five-month restoration project.
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June 19, 2025
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Region remains upbeat despite struggles, survey shows
NATWEST says its latest Growth Tracker survey data signalled a slower increase in business activity across the South West in May.
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June 19, 2025
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Baxter delighted to tie down Brown-Bampoe
EXETER Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is backing Paul Brown-Bampoe to become an international star after he penned a contract extension at Sandy Park.
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June 19, 2025
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Greenway brothers help their team to victory over Exeter
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June 19, 2025
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Protesters applauded with council to rethink swimming pool closure
CAMPAIGNERS fighting to save Exeter's Northbrook swimming pool received applause from politicians of all parties after taking their protest to the city council.
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June 19, 2025
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Live in the PASTEL
WWWITH gardens coming into full bloom, the hazy soft hues of summer offer ample inspiration for an interior revamp.
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June 19, 2025
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COURT couture
LARA OWEN looks at the game-changing fashion on display at Wimbledon over the last 100 years
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June 19, 2025
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Golf and tourism sectors urged to take advantage of players visiting on tours
DEVON'S golfing industry could capitalise on a resurgence in American golfers travelling overseas as green fees at Britain's best courses soar, it has been claimed.
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June 19, 2025
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In search of perfect wave - and then prolonging it!
LEFT to its own devices, my hair is neither straight nor curly but somewhere in between.
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June 19, 2025
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Councillors learn most effective ways of challenging planning applications
>> Town and parish councillors hear about the latest changes to planning rules and how best to challenge them
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June 19, 2025
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Scant detail sees battery storage proposal run flat
A PLAN for a battery storage facility in East Devon have been unanimously rejected because of pollution concerns.
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June 19, 2025
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PSPO extended to include all of town
A PUBLIC Space Protection Order (PSPO) has been extended to cover the whole of Okehampton in a bid to stamp out anti-social behaviour (ASB) and street drinking.
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June 19, 2025
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Plan for homes near airport approved
A PLAN for four homes near Exeter Airport have been approved after a previous attempt by the developer had failed.
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June 19, 2025
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Tech start-ups showcased in capital
LEADING investors and entrepreneurs attended an event at Microsoft's London offices to discover the South West's most promising start-ups.
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June 19, 2025
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Heathcoat are still unbeaten
HEATHCOAT 2nd XI are still unbeaten at the top of the C Division East following a 15-run win over Ottery St Mary.
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June 19, 2025
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Hear tales of amazing adventures in show
Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan will be at Exeter Corn Exchange on Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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June 19, 2025
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The winners and losers of dedollarisation
Markets that were once considered peripheral are now becoming central and the deeper the digital infrastructure becomes, the less the dollar matters
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June 19, 2025
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GIVE YOUR SPACE A ROSY GLOW...
JUNE is peak flowering season for roses. Whether scrambling up walls and trellises or growing in borders or pots, they are the essence of an English country garden, and remain a firm favourite with gardeners.
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