Bishops Tawton bomb-maker jailed - and police tell how they caught him
A racist and homophobic bigot has been jailed for making potentially lethal bombs in a Breaking Bad style laboratory at his Devon home. Steven Bracher, 56, made pipe bombs and had a nine-kilo tub of...
View ArticleThe plan was for a big new pool and flume complex, entertainment centre and...
Plans to extend a Devon holiday park with a new entertainment and swimming pool have been unanimously rejected by councillors. The owners of the holiday park on Braunton Road, Barnstaple, wanted to...
View ArticleNorth Devon Local Studies Centre celebrates 30 years
A celebration is being held this October to mark the 30th anniversary of a rich collection of North Devon's historical records. The organisations that make up the North Devon Local Studies Centre at...
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A view of the River Taw, from the river bank in Barnstaple. And this ship is not going far! Barnstaple is the main town of North Devon.
View ArticleNorth Devon nursing home rates as 'outstanding' by inspectors
A nursing home in North Devon has been rated as 'outstanding' in a latest inspection which took place in July this year. Heanton Nursing home in Barnstaple went from a previous status of 'overall good'...
View ArticleIrish ambassador visits Ilfracombe to pay tribute to heroine Anna Parnell
Irish ambassador Adrian O'Neill pays his respects after laying a wreath at Anna Parnell's grave in Ilfracombe. Picture: Tony Gussin A delegation from the Emerald Isle including the Irish ambassador has...
View ArticlePICTURES: Brollies at the ready as Bronagh takes Barnstaple Carnival by storm
It was the last day of summer, at least according to the astronomical calendar, although for hardy carnival goers in Barnstaple on Saturday, it probably felt more like the first day of winter. The...
View ArticleOvernight road repairs on Rumsam Bridge
Overnight road repairs will be carried out on a bridge on the North Devon Link Road in Barnstaple next week. Work is needed to replace the east and west expansion joints on the structure, which carries...
View ArticleNorth Devon Foodfest is back for 11th year running
Now in its 11th year, the event promises a gatronomic treat with the very best artisan food businesses and cookery demos. This year Mark Dodson, James Mason, Thomas Carr and Jamie Coleman will be...
View ArticleTwo locos in action for first time at Lynton & Barnstaple Railway Gala
This will be a very special gala because Lyn, the replica of the unique American engine built for the original L&B by Baldwin Locomotive Works of Philadelphia in 1898, will be joined by Lyd, the...
View ArticleFreedom of the town granted to Chivenor marines at emotional Barnstaple Fair...
Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Aldeiy Alderson accepted the honour on behalf of the Commando Logistic Regiment at the traditional fair opening ceremony on Wednesday week. The distinction,...
View ArticleNorth Devon magician honoured for his magical 50-year career
Ian Adair, 77, retired from magic 10 years ago, but this week was the recipient of two prestigious awards from The International Brotherhood of Magicians. The worldwide society - formed in Missouri,...
View ArticleTeen burglar jailed for two year North Devon crime spree
A teenage burglar who went on a two year crime spree which included smashing up the headquarters of Barnstaple aid charity Amigos has been jailed for 18 months. Paulius Garbukas, 18, caused massive...
View ArticleCannabis dealer who blamed jealous girlfriend for missing payback work is jailed
Carl Blair claimed his girlfriend would not let him leave the house on time because she was suspicious about where he was going. He missed a series of appointments and had already been given warnings...
View ArticleBatman and Robin to help open Barnstaple High Street's newest shop
The Entertainer will be hosting a grand opening from 9am on Saturday, October 6, and Lego's Batman and Robin characters will be making an appearance. As well as the appearance from the dynamic duo from...
View ArticleDrug dealer caught when he left stash in Barnstaple park
An absent minded drug dealer was caught because he left a rucksack containing his stash in the street on two different occasions. Connor Nance forgot to take his bag home after getting drunk in a park...
View Article'Don't give rough sleepers money' says Devon council
A Devon council has urged well-wishers not to give money to homeless people amid an appeal to the public for help. It follows concerns from businesses about people begging in the High Street which...
View ArticleSt John's Garden Centre buys Wyevale's Ashford site
St John's Garden Centre in Barnstaple has embarked on a major business expansion after buying the Wyevale Garden Centre site at Ashford. The Ashford site went on the market for A 1million back in June...
View ArticleAppeal to work together to help North Devon's rough sleepers
Devon and Cornwall Police, North Devon Council and Barnstaple Town Council are working together to highlight the work being done to help rough sleepers in the town and district. Following recent calls...
View ArticleSign for charity Spooky Cycle on the Tarka Trail this Halloween
Launching the Spooky Cycle event with Calvert Trust Exmoor at the Isca Barum offices in Queen Street. Picture: Tony Gussin Hosted by Calvert Trust Exmoor and Isca Barum Insurance Brokers, the Halloween...
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