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North Devon Journal
Class of '76 set to celebrate reunion and retirement
ALMOST 300 former pupils who left Pilton School in the summer of 1976 are being sought by organisers planning a 50-year reunion to celebrate the milestone - and, for many, mark the beginning of retirement.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
£10k raised in fight to stop White Cross cable project
OPPONENTS of an onshore cable route for a floating windfarm off North Devon are preparing for a key planning meeting next week after raising £10,000 to mount a legal challenge.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
TV presenter gets crafty at show
TV presenter Kirstie Allsopp will be getting hands-on with crafters at the Devon County Show.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Crematorium hands over £12k to children's hospice
Cllr Simon Inch presenting a cheque to area fundraiser for Children's Hospice South West, Poppy Harrop, at North Devon Crematorium
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Flexible working boosts staff wellbeing, report finds
SOUTH West businesses say hybrid working is boosting staff productivity and wellbeing, but many would still like employees to spend more time in the office, according to a new report.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Library not just place for a good book
YOU might pop in for a paperback, but Devon's libraries are shelving the stereotypes with a host of surprising services - from seed swaps to scrabble sessions.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Why stalking seen as 'murder in slow motion' for victims
THE terrifying and long-lasting impact stalking has on victims' lives - described as psychological terrorism - has been shared by a Devon survivor in support of National Stalking Awareness Week.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Call for action to help struggling South West tourism industry
LIB Dem leader Ed Davey has taken his fight for South West tourism to new heights by climbing aboard a rollercoaster at a theme park to demand urgent government action on tax hikes and spiralling costs.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Landlords mark 20 years at helm of hostelry which is a 'cornerstone of the community'
THE White Hart Hotel isn’t just a place to grab a pint, it’s a cornerstone of the community, where regulars can come in out of the cold for support and a sense of belonging.
3 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Police appeal over masked men
POLICE are investigating after two men were seen acting suspiciously in a North Devon town.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Library gathers regional award and bids for UK title
BRAUNTON Library has been crowned South West England’s Library of the Year in The British Book Awards 2025.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Couple transform derelict farm with two luxurious holiday lets
A DERELICT farm has been given a new lease of life - and a luxury twist - thanks to a couple's four-year labour of love and a dream involving trout.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
COUNTRY SETTING
Lying in an accessible part of north Devon, near to the north / mid Devon border, with easy access to the North Devon Link Road, this productive livestock and arable farm has a spacious house, extensive buildings and yards, plus pasture and arable land.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Barum need big second leg to defeat Brixham
BARNSTAPLE coach Winston James wants his side to remember the game plan when they square up to Brixham this Saturday in the second leg of the Papa John's Championship quarter-final.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Domestic abuse suspects arrested in day of action
DEVON and Cornwall Police arrested 65 people on suspicion of domestic abuse offences during a dedicated day of action.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Sunny debut for market's spring celebration time
BARNSTAPLE was buzzing as North Devon SPRINGfest made a sunny debut, transforming the historic pannier market into a vibrant hub of flavours, creativity and family-friendly entertainment.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
CALIFORNIA SCHEMING...
With vivid colours and big impact, Californian lilac is a dream in spring
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Corruption, duels and bribery claims mire a former MP
Revealing some of the history behind the faces that adorn the portraits of Barnstaple's Guildhall, researcher Nigel Salsbury continues our 2025 series on past notable figures
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Iconic ice cream truck features on medal for runners keepsake
RUNNERS in this year's Bideford 10k will be going the extra mile for more than just glory with a new medal shaped like the town's favourite ice cream van and the chance to qualify for national honours.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Upsetting child poverty figures
AS many as three out of every seven children are living in poverty in Devon's most deprived neighbourhoods.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Fantastic quality of dairy brings on bidding in spring sale
AUCTIONEERS at Kivells have reported a 'tremendous trade' and 'spirited bidding' for more than 140 dairy animals at the Spring Challenge Show and Sale.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
CCTV bid by solar farm firm aims to reduce vandalism and theft on site
The 56 pole-mounted CCTV cameras around the 34-acre perimeter will be coated green to minimise visual effect
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Artist's life and legacy is showcased
HISTORY buffs and curious creatives alike are in for a treat as the Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon launches a packed programme of exhibitions, family events and photography accolades.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Another win: Bideford finish season in style
BIDEFORD'S late-season great form continued when they signed off their Southern League Division One South campaign with a fine 2-0 win against Westbury Town.
1 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
'Perfect storm' puts 25 Dogs Trust jobs at risk at North Devon centre
DOGS Trust Ilfracombe could be transformed into a dedicated fostering hub under new proposals announced by the UK's largest dog welfare charity - a move that would place 25 jobs at risk of redundancy.
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
BORN TO BE WILDE
OSCAR WILDE FOUND HIMSELF IN COURT 130 YEARS AGO. MARION MCMULLEN LOOKS AT THE TUMULTUOUS LIFE OF THE WRITER AND WIT
3 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Folk greats team up with Salt Path author for music and prose project
Saltlines, a project by Gigspanner Big Band and author Raynor Winn, comes to The Plough Arts Centre in Great Torrington
2 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Has your pension pot got a few missing pieces?
TRACKING DOWN LOST CONTRIBUTIONS AND DECIDING WHETHER TO COMBINE THEM COULD BE KEY TO SECURING YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE.
4 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
Springtime and beauty of Torridge among wonders of bestselling author's new work
AFTER going to the GP with what he thought was indigestion last year, bestselling children's author Sir Michael Morpurgo found himself undergoing a triple heart bypass and an enforced break from writing.
5 min |
May 01, 2025
North Devon Journal
£4.7m grant to pay for 110 extra police boots on ground
MORE police officers will be on the beat in Devon and Cornwall paid for by a £4.7 million grant from the Home Office.
1 min |