North Devon Homes will build houses at Barnstaple's Anchorwood Bank
In addition to the housing, phase two will deliver a new retail and leisure area adjacent to a new Asda store and will introduce a mix of retail, leisure and public space that will transform the area...
View ArticleBarnstaple doctor warns STIs not just for youngsters
SEXUALLY transmitted infections are being seen across the age range in North Devon - though the number of people using contraception is "encouraging", a specialist doctor has said. Dr Elizabeth...
View ArticleMan dies days after alleged mugging in Barnstaple
A widower has died of a suspected heart attack just two days after a supposed 'good Samaritan' mugged him of his pension. Joseph Louden, 87, was 'a creature of habit', said step-daughter Carole Beer,...
View ArticleHospital beds at Tyrrell are unlikely to reopen
Two meetings on Thursday and Monday for user groups and councillors looked at where beds will be kept, after a decision to cut from 74 to 40 and care for people at home. Public events will be held...
View Article'Love where you live' with new litter scheme
Local McDonald's franchisee David Hunt, who operates five restaurants in North Devon and Somerset, is teaming up with North Devon Council to tackle litter in the district. One of the council's trade...
View ArticlePicture Gallery: North Devon students receive a-level results
The national picture has seen the number of people passing exams remain broadly the same as last year, while top-level grades have fallen slightly. At Petroc's North Devon campus in Barnstaple, 99 per...
View ArticlePrince Edward to open new Barnstaple chemo unit
Prince Edward will be visiting North Devon on September 29 to open the new chemotherapy unit amid a busy tour of the region. HRH the Earl of Wessex is to visit Swimbridge, to open the new Jubilee Hall...
View ArticleCove, Devon, EX16 7RU
Communications: At Tiverton there is access on to the A361, leading west to Barnstaple and the North Devon coast and east, via the dual carriageway to junction 27 of the M5 motorway, beside which is...
View Article18-month driving ban for former Army man from Beaworthy
Warren Morris, 43, of West Chilla was handed the disqualification for driving to Barnstaple when almost three times over the legal drink driving limit. North Devon Magistrates' Court heard on Friday...
View ArticleAssault on policeman in Barnstaple was 'out of the ordinary'
A Barnstaple man who pleaded guilty to assaulting a police officer when he 'mixed alcohol with new medication' has been given a conditional discharge. Keir Peter Osborne, 28, of Charles Hudson Lane had...
View ArticleKendal teachers bid farewell
SEVERAL senior members of staff will not be returning to Queen Katherine School, Kendal, for the start of the new academic year. Headteacher Gareth Roscoe has left as he takes up a headship in...
View ArticleLapford Bridge
Woodland and Amenity Land Young Deciduous Trees Annual Income Fishing Rights on River Yeo Direct Access to A377 About 4.18 Acres SITUATION The land is situated on the River Yeo at Lapford with the...
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TRIBUTES have been pouring in for Barnstaple teenager Katie Gammon who died yesterday just three days after her 17th birthday. Katie, who has battled with cystic fibrosis and underwent a double lung...
View ArticleTorridge councillors have 'no confidence' in hospital beds proposals
Six Torridge district councillors have expressed 'grave concerns' over a 'flawed' consultation on proposals to cut hospital beds in North Devon. In an open letter, Cllrs Betty Boundy, Margaret Brown,...
View ArticleProposal by sea lion for Combe Martin visitor
Abbie, Morgan and Aidan Barnes-Matthews after the proposal by sea lion at Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park. Picture: Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park.
View ArticleVision for the future: artist's impression shows how Anchorwood Bank will look
Over the next five years, owners North Devon Homes and Wessex Investors intend to create an exciting new riverside quarter for living, shopping and relaxing right next to the town centre, along with...
View ArticleMan arrested over fatal Knowle crash
An Ilfracombe man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following the Knowle collision which killed 26-year-old Natalie Jones. Police said the 30-year-old was interviewed...
View ArticleExtra hospital beds consultation dates announced
It has been decided to cut the number from 74 to 40 and people are being asked where they would like to see these beds in South Molton, Holsworthy, Bideford and Ilfracombe. Options on the table include...
View ArticleNew zoo offers North Devon village a taste of the exotic
Marc Harris, pictured with a chameleon, has opened Safe Haven Exotics, a reptile rescue centre near Barnstaple. Picture: Andy Keeble People are being invited to take a closer look at some of the...
View ArticleRestaurant chain Frankie and Benny's 'considering a location' in Barnstaple
A spokesperson for the national chain told the Gazette last week that it is 'considering a location in Barnstaple', but 'nothing has been agreed yet. Last October, coffee giant Starbucks confirmed it...
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