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North Devon Journal
Tech to improve congested junction
A NEW system to help traffic flow through Braunton’s often grid- locked centre has been given the go-ahead.
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February 26, 2026
North Devon Journal
Wet weather keeps rail line closed until essential safety works
NORTH Devon's Railway line was damaged in 25 places in recent storms leading to its ongoing closure.
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February 26, 2026
North Devon Journal
Family's tribute to father-of-one who died in house blaze incident
THE family of a man who died in a fire in North Devon have paid tribute to the father \"who brought warmth and humour into the lives of those around him.
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February 26, 2026
North Devon Journal
Helping communities get closer and protect nature
COMMUNITIES hoping to make a difference to nurturing nature can benefit from an event at Northam Burrows next week.
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February 26, 2026
North Devon Journal
Honour for trio of rugby students selected for England Lambs squad
THREE young rugby players from North Devon will be representing England after being selected for the Lambs Under-18 team.
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February 26, 2026
North Devon Journal
Violent boyfriend, 21, jailed for throttling and harassing partner
A JEALOUS boyfriend bombarded his ex with threatening messages after she dumped him for being violent.
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February 19, 2026
North Devon Journal
Late Rolling Stones star's country estate goes up for sale at £2.75m
THE luxury North Devon home of Rolling Stones legend Charlie Watts is up for sale for £2.75 million.
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February 19, 2026
North Devon Journal
George’s recycling message on the road
A YOUNG artist from Bideford has designs on saving the planet with a message to get more people in Torridge recycling their waste correctly.
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February 19, 2026
North Devon Journal
Discover nature on doorstep with half term activities
FREE family activities are on offer for half term next week thanks to the ranger team in Torridge.
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February 12, 2026
North Devon Journal
Volunteers unite to tackle threat of plastic pollution
HUNDREDS of volunteers came together across North Devon as part of Earth Action North Devon's annual community-led Day of Action, collecting nearly 689kg of waste from 22 locations, including parks, beaches and public spaces.
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February 12, 2026
North Devon Journal
£65m spending spree approved but pressure on to meet deadline
COUNCILLORS in Torridge have agreed a whopping £65 million capital programme of projects as they enter the last two years of governance before district authorities are scrapped.
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February 12, 2026
North Devon Journal
'Solar speculators' eyeing up green fields pause plans for massive site
CAMPAIGNERS have cautiously welcomed news the company behind a mammoth solar farm development in North Devon have placed the project on hold.
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February 12, 2026
North Devon Journal
Help to navigate world of fake news on offer to young people
YOUNG people in North Devon and their families can benefit from a free workshop to help them navigate fake news next week.
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February 12, 2026
North Devon Journal
Treasurer escapes jail for defrauding charity of £11k
THE treasurer of a film society fiddled the charity out of more than £11,000, a court heard.
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February 05, 2026
North Devon Journal
Safety checks to rail line hampered by ongoing wet weather warnings
MAJOR disruption on the railways has been causing travel nightmares in North Devon as work continues to repair damages caused by Storm Chandra.
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February 05, 2026
North Devon Journal
Car park set to be remodelled as supermarket chain eyes new site
GERMAN discount giant Lidl has launched a public consultation on plans to build a new store to serve Chivenor, Braunton and the surrounding areas.
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February 05, 2026
North Devon Journal
Biker, 16, left critically injured after two-vehicle crash
ATEENAGE biker is in a critical condition after being hit by a Range Rover in North Devon last week.
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February 05, 2026
North Devon Journal
Ted gets new lease of life as repair café sets a record
THE reuse and repair mantra is being embraced in Barnstaple, where the town’s monthly repair café welcomed a record number of visitors last month.
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February 05, 2026
North Devon Journal
Council reveals financial plans for business rates
BUSINESSES can find out more about how their business rates are used, along with new initiatives to cooperate and promote manufacturing in North Devon, at a special free event next week.
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February 05, 2026
North Devon Journal
Make a stand with community in clean-up day
RESIDENTS, schools, community groups and businesses across North Devon and Torridge are being called to step outside and make a difference this weekend.
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January 29, 2026
North Devon Journal
Add your special song to memories soundtrack for Nightwalk
REGISTRATION is open for North Devon Hospice’s Nightwalk 2026, with an early bird offer available until January 31.
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January 29, 2026
North Devon Journal
Archaeologist and team bringing historic finds to life
A NEW project is uncovering the secrets buried in Barnstaple’s archaeological archives.
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January 29, 2026
North Devon Journal
£100k public art project ‘could be last chance’ of developers’ cash
COUNCILLORS in Torridge have been urged to make the most of a public art project in Westward Ho! because there may not be funds available in the future for similar projects.
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January 29, 2026
North Devon Journal
Carpenter’s dream comes true with life-changing £3.6m win by detour
NORTH Devon dad's life has changed forever after he won a huge lottery prize on an unexpected detour when he failed to find a parking spot.
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January 29, 2026
North Devon Journal
Council gauges interest for assets to be transferred
PARISH and town councils in North Devon have been looking to take on district-owned assets ahead of changes which may be made as part of this year’s local government reshuffle.
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January 22, 2026
North Devon Journal
Business petition calls extraordinary meeting on move to axe trade waste
BUSINESSES in North Devon campaigning to stop local authority trade waste collections being cut have secured a petition of 1,500 names to get the issue debated at an extraordinary council meeting.
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January 22, 2026
North Devon Journal
Teacher who threw pupil through doorway given life ban by panel
A NORTH Devon teacher picked up and threw a pupil out of an open doorway into a playground.
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January 22, 2026
North Devon Journal
Crematorium's gift to help families dealing with grief
BEREAVEMENT charity Families in Grief has been given a cash boost thanks to North Devon Crematorium's role in a national metal recycling scheme.
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January 22, 2026
North Devon Journal
Foodbanks offer water bill advice with experts' help
Northern Devon Foodbank staff will have South West Water experts on hand to help residents struggling with water bills
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January 22, 2026
North Devon Journal
Prominent mail building set for £2m revamp to homes and shops
A £2 million plan to breathe life into the old Ilfracombe Royal Mail delivery office has taken a step forward with the granting of planning consent for homes, retail and exhibition spaces.
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