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The steel cutting ceremony at Appledore shipyard to mark the start of work on the first RFA support ship. Credit: Guy Harrop
West Buckland School is presented with its silver accolades at the Green Apple Awards.
Stagecoach South West has introduced a new and simpler fare system which has been welcomed as being beneficial for people living in North Devon. Credit: Stagecoach South West
The minor injuries at the Tyrrell Hospital in Ilfracombe is currently closed and campaigners say the town desperately needs a modern community hospital. Credit: Viral PR
The visiting King points out the ‘special relationship’ with South Molton during his visit to the town.
The ‘faithful’ Sir Stephen Fry and TikToK star Henry Rowley sharing their positive mental health stories this Christmas. Credit: Spark UK
A lorry collided with scaffolding on New Street this morning, causing delays. Photo: Niel Taylor
Sam Dowden performs on stage as South Molton celebrates the lighting of its Christmas lights. Credit: Trevor Brayley
Web Adrian Avery (right) receiving his award
North Devon Council's strategy and resources committee. Credit: Alison Stephenson
The withy lanterns lead the charge at Ilfracombe’s Christmas celebrations and annual Lighting of the Lights. Credit: Tim Lamerton
People gather at the Square for Barnstaple’s annual Christmas lights switch on. Credit: AW Photographic
Brandon Cooney and Wade Van Straaten have both been jailed for 16 months after beating a man senseless in Ilfracombe. Credit: Devon & Cornwall Police
North Devon Council has reminded residents of its festive waste and recycling collection dates. Credit: NDC
Richard, Ross and Malcolm with Derek Green at Marisco Tavern on Lundy Island after completing their swim.
Affinity Devon is bringing festive magic to North Devon this year with the launch of its brand new free ice rink. Credit: Affinity Devon
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The steel cutting ceremony at Appledore shipyard to mark the start of work on the first RFA support ship. Credit: Guy Harrop
Instow Village Hall will receive £18,000. Credit: Google Street View
An Environment Agency officer taking a bathing water sample earlier this year
West Buckland School is presented with its silver accolades at the Green Apple Awards.
The steel cutting ceremony at Appledore shipyard to mark the start of work on the first RFA support ship. Credit: Guy Harrop
West Buckland School is presented with its silver accolades at the Green Apple Awards.
Victory for Bideford Quins. Pic from Kevin Crowl
Exeter Chief Ollie Woodburn. Pic from PPAUK
Billy Stanbury boxing to victory
End of the road for North Molton FC
North Devon in hockey action
Harvey Beal, who scored his first try for the Chiefs. Pic from Kevin Crowl
Man of the match Josh Parry with Barum fans
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The steel cutting ceremony at Appledore shipyard to mark the start of work on the first RFA support ship. Credit: Guy Harrop
West Buckland School is presented with its silver accolades at the Green Apple Awards.
Stagecoach South West has introduced a new and simpler fare system which has been welcomed as being beneficial for people living in North Devon. Credit: Stagecoach South West
The minor injuries at the Tyrrell Hospital in Ilfracombe is currently closed and campaigners say the town desperately needs a modern community hospital. Credit: Viral PR
Join North Devon Sinfonia for their Christmas concert at Barnstaple Pannier Market on December 20. Credit: North Devon Sinfonia
North Devon Sinfonia christmas concert
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The steep Clovelly street and the harbour will be festooned with twinkling fairy lights for the annual Christmas lights switch on festivities on Sunday, November 30.
Don’t miss the magic of the Christmas lantern parade and Winter Wonderland as South Molton kicks off its festive season on Friday, December 5. Credit: South Molton United Primary School
Join Tenors Unlimited for a festive concert alongside North Devon’s own Dynamix choir at the Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe on Sunday, December 7.
A special effects light show including a ‘sky of stars’ will be created at the Christmas Concert by Blackbeam Cinematic. Credit: North Devon Hospice
Christmas lights in Bideford, where there will be free Saturday car parking during the festive season at several car parks in the town on Saturdays in the run up to Christmas. Credit: TDC
Instow Village Hall will receive £18,000. Credit: Google Street View
The trial coastal rivers project at Combesgate Valley in Woolacombe is seeking to restore rivers and improve water quality for the surf break at Combesgate beach. Credit: Viral PR
Traders in Barnstaple High Street hope locals will support them on Small Business Saturday, plus many car parks will be free after 4pm through December. Credit: NDC
Petals are scattered on the River Taw in Barnstaple town centre in memory of the victims of domestic violence, with local police commander Supt Emma Butler-Jones in the foreground. Credit: Viral PR
Lost dogs with a microchip can easily be scanned at a veterinary surgery or rescue and reunited with their owners. It is also required by law. Credit: TDC
Councillor David Brenton gets up to speak against the 4-5-1 plan for Devon at the Torridge District Council meeting. Credit: Alison Stephenson
The 4-5-1 proposal for Devon. Credit: West Devon Borough Council
