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Travellers apologise to Devon residents but say 'we're treated like dogs'
Cullompton
A group has moved on from two Devon sports centre sites
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Family subjected to shocking racism in Devon town
Ilfracombe
A brave woman’s video revealed the harsh reality of racism in Ilfracombe, sparking urgent calls for education and tolerance in the community
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Torquay brothers deny stabbing man to death in street
Courts
Jack and Ben Milton have given evidence as they deny killing Aaron Parrington in Torquay
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Devon mum's ordeal as opportunist takes over her bin
Tiverton
Tiverton locals are grappling with waste issues with one family now living near a 'fire and health risk' as a result
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Fight to save threatened 761-year-old Devon tradition
Tiverton
The fight to preserve Tiverton’s 761-year-old tradition, the Perambulation of the Town Leat, a testament to our civic history and community spirit
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Neighbours 'in a panic' as Travellers arrive in Devon
Cullompton
The council said the legal route to disperse the travellers was under way
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'Overbearing and alien' electricity substation near Exeter rejected
Exeter
The decision has been welcomed
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Devon mum's tribute to beautiful teenage daughter who took own life
Shatter The Silence
Her colleagues also took part
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Devon online pet food suppliers found to be illegal
Pets
Test purchases by Trading Standards uncovered six home-based pet food suppliers that were not legally compliant with strict rules
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Devon dad's heartbreaking text to wife before walking into sea
Shatter The Silence
Ben Weir was described as a 'kind, gentle and caring man'
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Exeter councillor suspended pending Labour Party investigation
Exeter
"We can confirm the suspension pending an ongoing investigation."
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White Stuff founder wins four-year battle to keep tennis court and skate park at posh Devon home
South Hams
Sean Thomas was ordered by South Hams District Council to tear down the sports facilities alongside a double garage after being refused planning consent - but he has won his appeal
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Police called to Exeter Traveller camp
Exeter
Height restriction barriers were installed at Cowick Barton Playing Fields to prevent Traveller access in 2022
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University of Exeter reveals major redevelopment plan
Exeter
It's been described as an ambitious, long-term vision
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Devon fire crew gives glimpse of what its like to rescue people from burning building
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue
Footage shows a local crew carrying out a training drill where they had to rescue two people from a burning gym
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A380 serious lorry and car crash leaves two in hospital as air ambulance lands
Newton Abbot
The A380 has been closed southbound after the serious crash
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Serious crash closes A380 through Devon
Newton Abbot
One eyewitness has urged drivers to avoid the area after a crash near Eagle Farm in Newton Abbot
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Mystery of The Devil's Footprints that appeared in snow 170 years ago in Devon 'solved'
Exmoor
The Devil's Footprints was a phenomenon that occurred in February 1855 around the Exe Estuary in Devon
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Critics slam 20-year Devon plan as hard-hit town 'ignored'
Paignton
Fresh fears have been raised that Paignton is being overlooked as leaders thrash out a strategy for the future
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Alarming state of Devon's rivers
Politics
Just 17% of Mid Devon's rivers boast good water quality
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Devon village wants to make bold leap to 'town' status
Politics
Residents are being asked their views
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New vision for beautiful Devon building met with outrage
Bideford
A wave of opposition meets plans to transform Bideford’s historic library into a gym, igniting a debate between preserving heritage and promoting health in the community
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Driving instructor died in Devon crash during snowstorm, inquest told
A38
Mark James Bowden was heading west on the A38 during a sudden snowstorm when his vehicle struck a stationary lorry
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Devon college principal hits back at closure fears
Tiverton
Petroc College’s principal paints a picture of a vibrant institution adapting to the changing needs of its students and the local economy
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Shatter The SilenceDevon dad's heartbreaking text to wife before walking into sea Ben Weir was described as a 'kind, gentle and caring man'
Neighbours 'in a panic' as Travellers arrive in Devon
Cullompton
The council said the legal route to disperse the travellers was under way
Live: Huge fire breaks out at South West Evri warehouse
In the News
Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at an Evri distribution centre that serves much of the South West.
Devon online pet food suppliers found to be illegal
Pets
Test purchases by Trading Standards uncovered six home-based pet food suppliers that were not legally compliant with strict rules
Serious crash closes A380 through Devon
Newton Abbot
One eyewitness has urged drivers to avoid the area after a crash near Eagle Farm in Newton Abbot
GardeningProperty expert says popular garden product could knock £2K off house valueAn expert says it can put buyers off and they may have to fork out significantly to get it removed
Travellers apologise to Devon residents but say 'we're treated like dogs'
Cullompton
A group has moved on from two Devon sports centre sites
Family subjected to shocking racism in Devon town
Ilfracombe
A brave woman’s video revealed the harsh reality of racism in Ilfracombe, sparking urgent calls for education and tolerance in the community
Torquay brothers deny stabbing man to death in street
Courts
Jack and Ben Milton have given evidence as they deny killing Aaron Parrington in Torquay
Devon mum's ordeal as opportunist takes over her bin
Tiverton
Tiverton locals are grappling with waste issues with one family now living near a 'fire and health risk' as a result
Shatter The SilenceDevon dad's heartbreaking text to wife before walking into sea Ben Weir was described as a 'kind, gentle and caring man'
Neighbours 'in a panic' as Travellers arrive in Devon
Cullompton
The council said the legal route to disperse the travellers was under way
Devon online pet food suppliers found to be illegal
Pets
Test purchases by Trading Standards uncovered six home-based pet food suppliers that were not legally compliant with strict rules
Live: Huge fire breaks out at South West Evri warehouse
In the News
Firefighters are tackling a huge blaze at an Evri distribution centre that serves much of the South West.
Taunton Town 1 Torquay United 2 - Gulls are safe from relegation
Torquay United FC
National League South survival secured after Torquay's 2-1 win at Taunton
Exeter City FCAlex Hartridge on why he has chosen to leave Exeter City“Thank you so much for everything. It’s an amazing club and it’s going in the right direction, I think that’s clear to see."
Property expert says popular garden product could knock £2K off house value
Gardening
An expert says it can put buyers off and they may have to fork out significantly to get it removed
Travellers apologise to Devon residents but say 'we're treated like dogs'
Cullompton
A group has moved on from two Devon sports centre sites
Family subjected to shocking racism in Devon town
Ilfracombe
A brave woman’s video revealed the harsh reality of racism in Ilfracombe, sparking urgent calls for education and tolerance in the community
Torquay brothers deny stabbing man to death in street
Courts
Jack and Ben Milton have given evidence as they deny killing Aaron Parrington in Torquay