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North Devon Journal
Brewery boss used 'bounties of ample purse in elections'
Revealing the fascinating stories behind the faces that hang on Barnstaple's Guildhall walls, researcher Nigel Salsbury continues our series on past notable figures from the town
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Preparations under way as town urged to get involved
ORGANISERS of the Barnstaple Carnival are calling on the community to get involved as preparations begin for this year’s event, following its successful revival in 2024.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Chronicle of school’s history helps rekindle memories at reunion date
AGAINST expectations, the annual reunion of former students from Barnstaple Boys’ Secondary Modern School is not only enduring but thriving, with this year’s event at the weekend expected to break attendance records.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Twinning group’s special Normandy visit
A COLOURFUL parade of dancing giants, a tour of centuries-old chateaus and a glimpse into France’s mining past were just some of the highlights for Ilfracombe visitors during their latest twinning trip to Normandy.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Real officer Dibble among event guests
A FORMER police superintendent whose name famously inspired the beloved cartoon character Officer Dibble is preparing to take a trip down memory lane at a school reunion in North Devon.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Corporate insolvencies are at their highest since last July
THE regional chair of insolvency and restructuring trade body R3 has responded to the latest data on insolvencies in England and Wales.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
SOCIABLE SPACES
Time to luxe up your layout for a seasonal soiree or two, suggests SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Man, 62, died from 'hidden' blood clot two weeks after feeling unwell
A FIT and healthy man who complained of feeling ill after swimming died less than two weeks later at home in North Devon, an inquest has heard.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Successful continental market sets up second date
BIDEFORD'S historic quay transformed into a vibrant hub of global cuisine and artisan crafts during a four-day continental food market.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Gold rush on our coastlines
FOLLOWING on from the recent appalling decision by North Devon Council planning committee to approve the White Cross onshore cable route application, I’m writing to express my dismay, anger and frustration at this result.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Mayor pledges to champion town for second year
THE Barnstaple community came together for this year’s mayoral ceremony at the historic pannier market.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Familiar faces of pub trade pledge venue new lease of life
THE White Lion pub in Braunton has new tenants after its previous owners bid farewell.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Promise farmers, rural communities will be heard with new county role
INNOVATION will be key to attracting government funding to help rural communities in Devon, according to the holder of a newly created role on Devon County Council’s cabinet.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
MPs raise dental issues
DEVON'S Liberal Democratic MPs have called for crucial improvements in the county's NHS dentistry services.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Displays to wow on water and land
Highlights include the arrival of the paddle steamer Waverley and a gravity-defying display by flyboarder James Prestwood
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Police appeal after masked knifeman threatens worker
A MASKED knife-wielding man stole four bottles of vodka from a store in Barnstaple before fleeing the scene.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Colourful parade continues unique village tradition
CROWDS gathered for an annual 'grisly' folk tradition at a North Devon village.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Time running out to save hotel for community plan
THE team behind a project to bring The Globe Hotel in Torrington back to life is urging local people not to delay in buying a share in the building which will secure its future.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
North Devon hammered by leaders to remain stuck to the bottom spot
RADNINCH & Kentisbeare hammered North Devon by nine wickets in a one-sided top-against-bottom date at Ken-sham Park.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Anglers Paradise records as biggest catfish ever are tempted
THE two biggest catfish in Anglers Paradise’s history have been tempted from the complex’s main lake.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Night buses return for the summer and will run for the rest of the year
NIGHT buses will continue to be available in areas across Devon on Saturday nights until the end of the year.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Food imports sub standards
AS we know UK farmers and our food industry have taken a huge hit from the post-Brexit Tory Party choice of ‘Base Farm payments’ abolition.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Photo competition helps mark 25 years of lakes trust
PEOPLE are being encouraged to enter a photography competition celebrating the region’s lakes.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
IT'S HIGH TIME FOR SUMMER
COLOURFUL HANGING BASKETS CAN BE A FLOATING GARDEN THROUGHOUT THE SEASON
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
'Bad parking' is criticised by fire crew at blaze
FIREFIGHTERS have appealed to the public to park considerately after they were delayed in getting to a serious barn blaze due to badly parked vehicles.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
New indoor pool for dogs opens to set tails wagging
A NEW indoor dog swimming pool has opened, and it's already bringing owners to tears.
2 min |
June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
GOOD LOOKS, POWER AND PERSONALITY...
THE Mini has grown a reputation for being “not so Mini” ever since BMW took over in the early 2000s.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Opposition queries political make-up of council cabinet
DEVON County Council's new chair has been appointed in a vote that saw most of the biggest opposition party abstain.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Family farm set to bring 'field to fork' partnership to centre
A NEW farm shop is opening at a North Devon garden centre, with a promise to deliver ‘field-to-fork’ grub to shoppers.
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June 05, 2025
North Devon Journal
Tourist attraction back in action after restoration following storm damage
A FAMILY favourite tourist attraction in North Devon is back in action after being ravaged by a storm more than five months ago.
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