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Twin MRI extension approved at North Devon hospital

The twin MRI extension at North Devon District Hospital is expected to open to patients in 2028, following approval of plans for the multi-million-pound project, which will also house two new MRI scanners.

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Where will North Devon's next housing developments go?

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North Devon students take their concerns to County Hall

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Protesters mark unwanted anniversary for North Devon maternity unit

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End of an era as beloved Bideford party venue closes its doors

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Pictures - North Devon remembers as communities honour the fallen

Sport

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Neal penalties fire Plymouth Parkway into FA Cup second round

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Saunton Golf Club provides stunning setting for Devon's Golf Series

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Daniel McCarthy stuns the critics with explosive K1 debut knockout

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Bideford Amateur Athletics Club celebrates successful 10-Mile race

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Team England sprinter to inspire pupils at Southmead Primary School

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Mariah Carey joins star-studded Powderham line-up for 2027

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Don’t miss Captain Accident and the Disasters this weekend

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Barnstaple Christmas lights switch-on confirmed

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Country icon Shania Twain heading to Devon in 2027

Crime & Courts

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Man charged following Barnstaple fire

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Speed camera damaged twice in Northam

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Ilfracombe teen banned from driving after Hampshire incident

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Man charged in connection to Widdecombe death

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Costa Coffee drive-thru could open in Barnstaple

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Pictures – hundreds gather for Barnstaple Remembrance Sunday 2026

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Tributes to former Ilfracombe mayor

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Barnstaple Retail Park sold for £8.15m – B&Q signed up until 2040

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‘We escaped the RAT RACE – now we help others find their freedom’

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THE DEVON DATA CAMPUS: A LETTER TO LOCAL RESIDENTS

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Poignant Poppies to Paddington returns for Armistice Day

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Devon widens free Christmas activity eligibility

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North Devon trade waste collections ‘in profit’ after service saved

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Remembrance 2026 events preview in North Devon and Torridge

Business

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Devon looks set for a mayor after Budget backing

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Barnstaple firm helps upgrade London Eye

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Changes at the top for North Devon business

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Ilfracombe coworking space opens with no grant funding

Property

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Historic Barnstaple pub is put up for sale

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Well-known former bistro once owned by Damien Hirst is up for sale

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Work starts on 14 affordable homes in Ilfracombe

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Westward Ho! eyesore to stay after council rejects housing offer

Opinion

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Social media ban welcomed by Braunton councillor

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David FitzGerald reveals the hidden history of Devon’s comedy greats

Lifestyle

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