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Man loses eye after firework explodes in his face in Bonfire Night horror
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Surgeons found that shrapnel from the rocket had gone directly through the eyeball
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Incredible Northern Lights captured over Devon
Weather
The phenomenon occurs as a consequence of solar activity
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Skies over Tiverton dazzle in spectacular Bonfire Night firework displays
Tiverton
Thousands of people headed out to enjoy the fun
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Ottery Tar Barrels: Devon's bizarre but iconic event as wild as ever - in photos
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The barrels are coated in tar and set on fire
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Mum tells of horror as daughter, 4, badly burnt after firework explodes in her scarf
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"As a mother who had to watch her tiny child endure so much pain and who's little body is scarred for life, I can hand on heart say it is never worth the risk."
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Ottery Tar Barrels 2023 issues Covid warning ahead of large crowds
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Rising Covid rates in Devon has prompted organisers of Ottery Tar Barrels to 'stay away this year' warning to people who are not happy with large crowds
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Bude is an often overlooked beauty spot
Tourism
Reporter Caroline Abbott was pleasantly surprised on her first visit to the coastal town close to the Devon and Cornwall border
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Ottery Tar Barrels 2022: Live traffic updates
Traffic & Travel
The historic event is set to cause significant disruption in and around Ottery St Mary
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Bonfire Night: Met Office forecasts a dry evening for Devon and Cornwall
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While a wet and windy start is predicted, things should clear up by the time the fireworks start
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Tiverton and Cullompton firework displays - when and where they will take place
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There will be plenty of options on where to watch
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Ottery Tar Barrels 2022: Parking, road closures, timings and children's barrels guide
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The children’s barrels start at 4pm on Bonfire Night, while the men’s and women’s barrels start at 7pm. The bonfire is lit at 6.30pm.
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Moretonhampstead celebrates with fireworks once again
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"We aim to make it a spectacular evening for all the family"
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North Devon's biggest fireworks night extravaganza returns to Barnstaple
Barnstaple
This year the event will be supporting Care for Kids and Encompass who support families and individuals across the North Devon area
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Bonfire Night 2022: Where to see fireworks in the Exeter area – updated
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The Exeter area has some of the most popular fireworks displays in Devon
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Bonfire Night 2022: Where to see fireworks in and around Torbay
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You may need to travel if you want to attend a public firework display this year
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Epic Ottery Tar Barrels 2022 set for flaming good fun
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The world-famous event is taking place as usual on November 5
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Start preparing your dog for fireworks season now
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The Kennel Club, which has shared useful advice for dog owners, wants fireworks restricted to licensed events only
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Westpoint Exeter Fireworks 2022 will pay homage to the Queen
Exeter
The annual event on November 5 is the largest pyro-musical charity firework display in the region
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Double Locks Bonfire and Fireworks 2022 - tickets now on sale for Exeter November 5 spectacle
Exeter
It’s one of Exeter’s most popular Bonfire Night events and is expected to sell out in advance
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Shebbear villagers just saved the world from the devil
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Each year residents of Shebbear, in Torridge, meet to turn the Devil's Stone
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Devon villagers set to flip Devil's Stone in bid to 'save the world'
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Six residents of Shebbear will turn the Devils Stone with crowbars at 8pm tonight
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Things you can do to keep pets feeling calm this Bonfire Night weekend
In the News
There are plenty of tips you can try to keep your pet feeling safe when the fireworks are going off
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Firework and bonfire rules you need to be aware of this weekend
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There are some laws you need to know if you're planning on putting on your own display
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Bonfire Night 2021: Devon firework displays set to light up the county
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There are plenty going on for families to enjoy
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