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North Devon Journal
Have your say in 'biggest shake-up of local government for 50 years'
A RADICAL overhaul of local government in Devon could be on the horizon - and residents are being urged to have their say before final decisions are made.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
£83m repair blitz heralds new roads strategy
A POTHOLE repair blitz is set to roll out across parts of Devon as the county council trials a radical new approach to road maintenance under a sweeping £83 million programme.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Steam wagon workhorse returns to county after 70-year absence
PEOPLE will get the chance to see a rare 1930s wagon that was used in the Second World War on a tour of Devon.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
£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.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
5 ways to stay on top of your subscriptions
Experts tell LARA OWEN how to stop paying for services you don't need
3 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hospital seeks approval for new, larger MRI unit
THE trust that runs North Devon District Hospital Devon is seeking planning permission to replace a modular MRI unit on site with a purpose built facility more than three times the size.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Lifesaving charity's £20k lottery boost
A VOLUNTEER-led Devon emergency response charity has been given almost £20,000 by the National Lottery Community Fund to continue its lifesaving work.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Spot the Dolphin on your driveway
BYD DIVES INTO THE BUDGET ELECTRIC VEHICLE MARKET WITH QUALITY SURF FOR CITY TURF
3 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
New venue as bike show to return
A POPULAR North Devon bike show has announced its return in a new location after the event was cancelled this year.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
New beach custodians as holiday firm completes landmark park deal
ONE of the UK’s most famous coastal holiday parks has changed hands in a major deal that sees Ruda Holiday Park in Croyde, North Devon, taken over by John Fowler Holidays.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Taking the stress out of festivals
LISA SALMON FINDS OUT HOW TO KEEP KIDS SAFE AND HAPPY AT EVENTS THIS SUMMER
3 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
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.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
The sky's the limit
RAIN DIDN'T DAMPEN FIONA WHITTY'S FAMILY FUN ON THE MOST PERFECT OF WELSH BREAKS
4 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
'Rural areas could pay price of new ambulance co-responder measure'
A DECISION to replace firefighters who respond to medical emergencies with volunteers to save money has set alarm bells ringing in Torridge.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
North Devon miss big chance to enjoy a win
NORTH Devon captain Jack Moore was left to ponder on where it went wrong after is bottom-of-the-table side got into a potentially winning position against Cornwood and lost.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Riverside regeneration enters final chapter with affordable housing
THE transformation of Barnstaple’s waterfront has entered its concluding chapter as work begins on the final phase of the landmark Taw Wharf redevelopment.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Renewed commitment to helping nature on Exmoor
A BOLD new vision for Exmoor's future has been unveiled, with an ambitious management plan pledging to restore wildlife habitats, reach net zero and boost community engagement across the national park.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Manager takes over bowling attraction
A POPULAR North Devon family attraction is entering a new era as longstanding general manager Katherine Harvey takes over the reins at Let's Go in Barnstaple.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Sea settings and grand houses add to drama of open-air theatre dates
NATIONAL Trust sites in North Devon are welcoming outdoor theatre audiences as it returns his summer, against the stunning backdrop of a popular stretch of coastline.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
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.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Moaning elite need medals
RECENT newspaper reports have stated that “the farm tax will cost 7,000 South West jobs” seem alarming, but then I read who the claim came from - the Country Land and Business Association (CLA).
3 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Golf and tourism sectors urged to take advantage of players visiting on tours
DEVON’S golfing industry could capitalise on a resurgence in American golfers travelling overseas as green fees at Britain's best courses soar, it has been claimed.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
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.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
KELLY'S HEROES
The double Olympic gold medallist tells LISA SALMON she wants to inspire all ages to use this summer to start getting active and improve their nutrition
4 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Judge jails paedophile and hits out at living in a twisted virtual world
An obsessed paedophile carefully catalogued more than 10,000 images and videos of child sexual abuse, a court heard.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
A shock result as Bideford enjoy six-wicket win against high fliers
BIDEFORD sprung a mini-shock in the B Division when they defeated promotion chasers Budleigh Salterton by six wickets.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Samples taken as University of Exeter hunts for traces of shad
It seems strange that even today we only have limited knowledge of what swims beneath the surface with angling records over decades often the only data available.
2 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Unique professions captured in hidden figures show
HIDDEN Figures of the South West are captured in a special portrait collection on show on Barnstaple until the end of the month.
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Hospice team proves soapbox ‘flipping' fun day for all
>> All the fun of Bideford Soapbox Derby
1 min |
July 10, 2025
North Devon Journal
Cast the plastic aside
Change your garden pots, trays and accessories for more environmentally friendly versions, suggests HANNAH STEPHENSON
2 min |