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North Devon Journal
Faber's 87 helps Braunton move up to fourth with a win against lvies
BRAUNTON moved up to fourth in the B Division standings thanks to a 31-run win over Ivybridge.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Disabled bays could help parking woes
“HORRENDOUS” parking issues near the seafront in Westward Ho! could be addressed with more disabled parking bays, councillors say.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Lynton & Lynmouth enjoy emphatic win over Braunton
LYNTON & Lynmouth won by 133 runs at Braunton in a limited round of fixtures in the Brights Motors North Devon League.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
What does wedding insurance cover?
IS IT WORTH INSURING YOUR BIG DAY AGAINST A DISASTER? LARA OWEN GETS SOME EXPERT ADVICE
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Open farm events showcase realities of food production
OPEN Farm Sunday has seen a surge in host farms opening their gates to the public this year, with 270 events taking place across England, Scotland and Wales - a 20% increase on 2024.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
STYLE AND FLAIR IN PANDA LAND
SMALL and affordable EVs have been a recent talking point in the industry - and the Fiat Grande Panda has made a good impression.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Planning changes agreed as wharf scheme start set
PREPARATION work will begin in September for the major regeneration of a historic waterfront location in Bideford which has been derelict for four decades.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Live music venue third to shut in year
JCT27 is now permanently closed
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Ambitious bid to create King's new woodland sees 200k trees planted
NORTH Devon's landscape has been dramatically reshaped this year as Forestry England completed the hand-planting of more than 202,000 trees across three new woodlands.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
ORIGINAL FEATURES
Originally constructed in 1876 as the village school-house and head-master’s home, The Old School House is a beautifully restored three-bedroom detached character residence in the idyllic village of Alverdiscott.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Support helps food festivals
ORGANISERS of the South Molton Festival of Food and Drink have secured a fresh wave of support after a major housebuilder signed up to sponsor three of this year's events.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Packed open air theatre programme
THIS month marks the start of the Plough Arts Centre's open air theatre celebrations with productions taking place at venues across North Devon.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Live in the PASTEL
ICE CREAM SHADES AND WARM TONES INSPIRE SEASONAL SCHEMES, SAYS SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
The winners and losers of dedollarisation
LET'S start with the winners: first up, countries rich in commodities but no longer dependent on selling them in dollars.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
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
North Devon Journal
Water buoys help biosphere team assess water quality in new project
TWO new marine buoys are being deployed off the North Devon coast this year to monitor water quality and to help improve understanding of the local marine environment.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hotel group looks forward after buyout
A FAMILY hotel group has completed a shareholder buyout as it looks to the future.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
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
North Devon Journal
New strategy aims to address challenges of housing
NORTH Devon Council has formally adopted a new housing strategy aimed at addressing some of the region’s most pressing housing challenges, including rising demand, homelessness and the quality of existing homes.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
New dog walking meadow helps raise funds for hospice
A NEW secure dog walking field has opened in Barnstaple, giving pet owners a spacious and safe haven to enjoy quality time with their four-legged friends while supporting a vital local cause.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Summit sees farmers hit out at 'tragedy tax' for industry
FARMERS gathered for a special summit in Devon and blasted plans for a new inheritance levy.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Robberies most likely in town centres
THE areas of Devon where people are most likely to be mugged, car-jacked, or threatened and forced to hand over mobile phones, have been highlighted in a new crime map.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Bideford end their long wait for a victory
BIDEFORD won for the first time since week two of the B Division season when they pulled off an unexpected four-wicket victory over Bovey Tracey 2nd XI.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Police find man had been locked in drugs factory
A MAN living in a massive cannabis factory tried to escape police by running along the roof of the building.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Calls for action on planning rules as diggers gut field
RESIDENTS living in rural North Devon say they feel powerless to stop a group of travellers tearing up a field with diggers - despite concerns planning rules are being flouted.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Praise for microbrewery plan to help community life and boost economy
A PROPOSAL to convert a prominent Northam property into a vibrant microbrewery, bar and food venue has sparked local interest, with supporters calling it a potential boost to both community life and the local economy.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Pool gets £135k eco upgrade
ILFRACOMBE Swimming Pool and Gym has undergone a major eco-friendly overhaul, with the completion of a £135,000 project aimed at improving energy efficiency at the Hillsborough Road site.
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June 19, 2025
North Devon Journal
Lead-swinging colleagues are worst irritant, survey says
ALMOST half of South West employees have told a survey that people not perceived to be doing their jobs properly are the thing that makes them angriest at work.
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June 12, 2025
North Devon Journal
Shebbear Equestrian students are the best
SHEBBEAR College's Equestrian Teams achieved outstanding success at the Independent Schools Association (ISA) National Schools' Two-Day Event, held at Princethorpe College in Rugby, bringing home some incredible results and confirming their place among the best in the country.
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June 12, 2025
North Devon Journal
Enterprising pupils’ presentation award
Enterprise South West Finals
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