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Chris returns to city to open charity care home
charity care home named after him
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October 02, 2025
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Weather-hit £1.4m scheme to protect coast starts
A LONG-awaited coastal protection scheme to safeguard dozens of homes from erosion and cliff falls has finally got under way - after being postponed by poor weather and rough seas.
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October 02, 2025
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Homes agreed in town after around 15 years of ‘difficult negotiations’
THE go-ahead has been given for 92 homes in an East Devon town after years of “difficult negotiations”.
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October 02, 2025
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City councillor leaves Reform after fellow member kicked out by party
An Exeter-based Reform UK politician has opted to quit the party and become an independent.
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September 25, 2025
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Literary festival was packed out with events for all the family
BUDLEIGH Salterton Literary Festival closed on Sunday after five days of inspiring talks, performances and family fun.
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September 25, 2025
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Extra buses may take pressure off trains at peak times
AN MP has welcomed extra buses that could help commuters who have been left frustrated by a timetable on the Exeter-Waterloo rail line.
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September 25, 2025
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Concern over 'misleading' reports over extent of crime at town beach
ANGRY councillors in Teignmouth have hit out after a number of national news websites claimed the resort’s beach had the highest seaside crime rate in the whole of the UK.
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September 04, 2025
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500 places to be created with prison expansion
THE prison in Newton Abbot is set to expand by 40% as the Government goes ahead with the largest prison building programme in decades.
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September 04, 2025
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Residents cry foul over demand to remove football posts from park
RESIDENTS on an estate in Ottery St Mary have slammed ‘heavy-handed’ agents after being told to remove a pair of children’s football nets from a communal area.
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September 04, 2025
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Painting favoured by visitors after gallery exhibition
A PAINTING by a Devon artist has been voted the people's favourite at a regional art exhibition, with the summer-inspired landscape capturing the hearts of visitors.
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September 04, 2025
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SNACK TALK
George Egg - AKA The Snack Hacker - shares his journey into social media, discusses his new cookbook and reflects on what it's like collaborating with his son.
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July 10, 2025
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Racecourse's conference and events centre is riding high
STAFF at Exeter Racecourse's conference and events centre are celebrating an exceptional start to the year, reporting stronger-than-forecast growth in the first quarter and securing a host of prestigious bookings that solidify its position as a leading events destination in the South West.
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July 10, 2025
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Taking the stress out of festivals
LISA SALMON FINDS OUT HOW TO KEEP KIDS SAFE AND HAPPY AT EVENTS THIS SUMMER
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July 10, 2025
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What mum thought was 'baby brain' was tumour
A NEW mum was diagnosed with a brain tumour, after dismissing her fatigue and headaches as 'baby brain.
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July 10, 2025
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Young star Jake leaves for Exeter rivals Luton
SEVENTEEN-YEAR-OLD Exeter City academy graduate Jake Richards has left the Grecians and has signed for Luton Town.
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July 10, 2025
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Setback for Exmouth at Plymouth as Sidmouth suffer similar fate
EXMOUTH Premier Division title prospects suffered a setback in the shape of a 39-run defeat at Plymouth.
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July 10, 2025
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How I miss my version of the laptop Garden of Eden
AM writing this column on a new laptop. It cost me a fair whack at the computer superstore the other day.
4 min |
July 10, 2025
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Chemical leak killed fish
A NUMBER of fish were found dead in a river near Okehampton after a chemical leaked into the waterway, the Environment Agency said.
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July 10, 2025
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Aim is to make the South West a manufacturing titan
THE Great South West Partnership has launched a major Manufacturing Investment Plan, backed by Make UK, a renewed South West Manufacturers’ Network and the rollout of the Made Smarter programme across the region.
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July 10, 2025
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Spot the Dolphin on your driveway
BYD DIVES INTO THE BUDGET ELECTRIC VEHICLE MARKET WITH QUALITY SURF FOR CITY TURF
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July 10, 2025
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New owner of iconic landmark looks to future
An iconic building with a fascinating history, royal connections and spectacular views is embarking on a new era.
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July 10, 2025
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Government is not delivering
FRIDAY saw the second reading of my Private Member's Bill, which is seeking to amend the Company Director (Duties) bill to ensure that company directors have to consider not only the interests of their shareholders, but also the environment and their employees as well.
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July 10, 2025
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Mud kitchen allowed to stay at farm shop after winning planning appeal
A MUD kitchen at an East Devon farm shop is to stay in place after a successful planning appeal.
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July 10, 2025
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£1.4m government cash boost for jobs training for adults
MORE adults across Devon are set to gain vital skills and qualifications thanks to a £1.4 million funding boost from the Department for Education.
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July 10, 2025
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Possible historic finds could scupper potential housing sites in East Devon
ROMAN settlements are among the potential discoveries that could frustrate plans to build homes on a host of sites in East Devon.
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July 10, 2025
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Two shops selling illegal tobacco and vapes closed
HUNDREDS of thousands of pounds-worth of illegal tobacco and vape products were seized from two Exmouth convenience stores that have now been temporarily shut by the courts.
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July 10, 2025
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Police arrest 33 in crackdown on driving offences
A FOUR-DAY blitz on dangerous driving by Devon and Cornwall Police led to 33 arrests and more than 250 speeding offences recorded.
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July 10, 2025
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Building site managers recognised with housing industry's version of the Oscars
SEVERAL site managers have been recognised as being among the best in the UK after winning a top housing industry award.
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July 10, 2025
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Duo to reunite for charity
THEY once brought birthday wishes and bunny hops to living rooms across the South West now broadcaster Judi Spiers and puppet Gus Honeybun are returning to their roots in a heartwarming new role.
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July 10, 2025
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Former Tory MP leaves party to join Reform
A FORMER Conservative MP who was suspended for using racist language has joined Reform UK.
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