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North Devon Journal
Wrasse in the wrecks: Summer sea sport gets underway
SUMMER sea sport is underway with the prolonged long warm spell resulting in some exciting fishing off Ilfracombe.
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Community share offer targets £230k as locals hope to reopen derelict hotel
A MUCH-LOVED but long neglected hotel has opened its community share offer after it was granted a Levelling Up fund of £520,000 in March.
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Bin collections could cut to raise recycling rates
NORTH Devon Council could consider three-weekly black bin collections as well as other measures to improve its recycling performance.
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Wharf site set to 'transform heart of town' as revamp moves forward
A LONG-ANTICIPATED regeneration project along Bideford's historic riverside has moved closer to reality with the appointment of a main contractor to bring the scheme to life.
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Council's landlord move to address housing crisis
NORTH Devon Council is set to become a registered housing provider and have its own social homes for the first time in 25 years.
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Youth gangs blamed as towns sees unexpected surge in crime reports
Most young people are well behaved and have no offending background but there are particular individuals who associate together and become involved in crime or disorder
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Historic vehicles roll into town marking century-old car's journey
A FLEET of vintage Ford Model Ts arrived in Barnstaple as part of a nationwide centenary tour marking 100 years since the 250,000th British-built Model T first hit the road.
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Scheme to cut domestic abuse reoffending
A MANDATORY early intervention service for perpetrators of domestic abuse has been launched in Devon and Cornwall to reduce the risk of future harm to victims and children.
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Fall in recruitment ʻan opportunity for South West firms'
HIRING conditions across the South of England continued to weaken at the start of the second quarter, according to the latest Report on Jobs: South of England from accountants KPMG and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC UK).
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May 22, 2025
North Devon Journal
Workloads for police are 'unmanageable'
A REPORT says three-quarters of Devon and Cornwall Police officers feel worse off financially than they were five years ago.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
My deafness is one of my superpowers
LOVE ISLAND STAR AND STRICTLY COME DANCING FINALIST TASHA GHOURI TELLS ELLA WALKER HOW SHE REVISITED TOUGH TIMES IN HER NEW SELF HELP GUIDE
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Controversial cable plan given go-ahead
COUNCILLORS have voted in favour of a controversial plan to bring cables for a wind farm off the North Devon coast on shore at Saunton Sands.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
May Fair unites community for day of festivities
HUNDREDS of visitors packed into Northam town centre for the return of the town’s annual May Fair, bringing together families, schools and entertainers for a day of traditional festivities.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Charity needs new warehouse due to food demand
Foreshore South West is looking for a new warehouse to help meet demand
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hats on to support charity
HEADWAY Devon, which special ises in helping those rehabilitate from head injuries, is asking people to don their hats for a fundraiser.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Fish and chip shop founder and icon of business dies
THE founder of a much-loved North Devon chippy has died aged 92. Tributes have been paid to Braunton legend June Squire who died on April 25. Her funeral took place this week.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Editor remembered as brilliant journalist and devoted family man
SCOTT Harrison, who has died aged 60, has been remembered by colleagues and friends as a brilliant, respected, dedicated and fair journalist and editor who was passionate about local journalism.
3 min |
May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Barn and vehicles severely damaged in blaze
FIREFIGHTERS were called to a barn fire in Bratton Fleming on Monday night.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
County's car crime hot spots
THE area of Devon where cars are most likely to be stolen, broken into or damaged has been revealed.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Get on the same page
Celebrate the written word with National Share-a-Story Month and help change the world, one book at a time
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
'Buying deli was my sabbatical' says business owner returning to finance
AFTER more than 20 years in senior finance roles, Rachel Dafforn walked away from spreadsheets and strategy meetings and bought a deli. Not because she was burned out or chasing a retirement hobby - but because she wanted to try something radically different.
3 min |
May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
How China is building a world without the dollar
The dollar will not vanish. But it will no longer sit unchallenged at the centre of global finance. And the Belt and Road Initiative is one of the biggest reasons why
3 min |
May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Making a mess of it all?
From using too much product to vacuuming the wrong way, this is how to fix bad spring cleaning habits. By SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Alley attacks on women
POLICE are appealing for information after a woman was grabbed by a man in an alleyway.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
SAVE THE DATE
PERSONAL FINANCE EXPERTS SHARE THEIR TOP BUDGETING TIPS FOR WEDDING GUESTS WITH LARA OWEN
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Challenging start for North Devon's season
NORTH Devon's challenging start to life back in the Premier Division of the Tolchards Devon County League continued with a six-wicket defeat at the hands of Exmouth.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Tariffs and Budget will see insolvencies rise, advisors say
SOUTH West company insolvencies are expected to rise this year as businesses grapple with economic uncertainty and new US tariffs, according to advisory firm Interpath.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hundreds step out on moors for youth challenge
MORE than 550 children laced up their boots at the weekend to take on one of the region's most challenging endurance tests - the Exmoor Youth Challenge with hundreds successfully completing the demanding 16-mile trek across the Exmoor terrain.
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May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Future of farming up for debate at county show date
DEVON Young Farmers will be debating the future of farming at the Devon County Show tomorrow.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
North Devon Journal
Bratton Fleming
Mandy Robbins, 01598 710367, robbins.mandye@gmail.com
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