Housing in Barnstaple: North Devon Council is urging local landlords and tenants to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act which begins on 1 May.(Photo by Richard Surman on Unsplash)
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Housing in Barnstaple: North Devon Council is urging local landlords and tenants to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act which begins on 1 May.(Photo by Richard Surman on Unsplash)
Devon County Council is proposing to increase its share of council tax by 4.99%. Credit: Lena_zajchikova/Adobe Stock
A train at the platform of Barnstaple station following its arrival from Exeter Central © Copyright DS Pugh and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.
The property at Newport Road which will become an HMO. Image courtesy: North Devon Council
The Depot at Winkleigh. Image courtesy: Acorus
Angus Clyde, 55, was described by his family as a "loving father" and a "loyal friend". Image source: Devon and Cornwall Police
The junction which causes traffic to come to a standstill at Braunton is set to be improved with new technology. Picture by Alison Stephenson
Local leaders and residents met with the Police and Crime Commissioner in Bideford to discuss community safety priorities. Credit: Torridge District Council
Strong winds bring in big waves at Westward Ho! on Saturday: Credit: Graham Hobbs
Three generations of the Willmer family from Barnstaple, including grandmother Rosemary (right) and grandson Max, 9, who are being supported by the North Devon Hospice. Credit: North Devon Hospice
Barum man of the match Jake Murphy
(L-R) Alfie Coker and Alice Bukauskiene of Devonshire Homes with competition winners Lili and Madi, and Ilfracombe CofE Junior School Head Teacher Jody Le Bredonchel. Credit: Devonshire Homes
Store manager Alison Shapland and her team at the opening of the new Bickington Road store
Join comedian Simon Evans at The Plough in Torrington on Saturday for an unreality check.
A new Stagecoach zero-emission electric bus, part of a £29.3 million investment to modernise Devon’s public transport network. Photo: Stagecoach
Modern-day 'Yompers': The eleven Royal Marine veterans navigate the 14-mile route from Chulmleigh to Torrington in heavy rain, mirroring the path taken by Cromwell’s New Model Army in 1646.
The RND Kyocera Cup winners
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The property at Newport Road which will become an HMO. Image courtesy: North Devon Council
Housing in Barnstaple: North Devon Council is urging local landlords and tenants to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act which begins on 1 May.(Photo by Richard Surman on Unsplash)
A train at the platform of Barnstaple station following its arrival from Exeter Central © Copyright DS Pugh and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.
The Depot at Winkleigh. Image courtesy: Acorus
Devon County Council is proposing to increase its share of council tax by 4.99%. Credit: Lena_zajchikova/Adobe Stock
St. David's Church - Credit: Caitlin Taylor
Devon and Cornwall Police appeal for sightings of 63-year-old last seen in Plympton (Images- D&C Police
Housing in Barnstaple: North Devon Council is urging local landlords and tenants to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act which begins on 1 May.(Photo by Richard Surman on Unsplash)
Devon County Council is proposing to increase its share of council tax by 4.99%. Credit: Lena_zajchikova/Adobe Stock
A train at the platform of Barnstaple station following its arrival from Exeter Central © Copyright DS Pugh and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.
The property at Newport Road which will become an HMO. Image courtesy: North Devon Council
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The arrival of the last rower, sixty-seven year-old Alan Fortuin from the UK
Tavistock recover from two-goal deficit against Bideford (Image- JT)
Exeter Chiefs captain Ethan Roots. Pic from PPAUK
Big questions surround Gary Caldwell. Pic from PPAUK
Dave Ellis collecting his award. Pic from Paul Morris Motorsport Photography
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Housing in Barnstaple: North Devon Council is urging local landlords and tenants to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act which begins on 1 May.(Photo by Richard Surman on Unsplash)
Devon County Council is proposing to increase its share of council tax by 4.99%. Credit: Lena_zajchikova/Adobe Stock
A train at the platform of Barnstaple station following its arrival from Exeter Central © Copyright DS Pugh and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.
The property at Newport Road which will become an HMO. Image courtesy: North Devon Council
The Depot at Winkleigh. Image courtesy: Acorus
Angus Clyde, 55, was described by his family as a "loving father" and a "loyal friend". Image source: Devon and Cornwall Police
Is your child unsure what character they want to be for World Book Day? Why not head to one of your local libraries to find a costume? Credit: Libraries Unlimited
Matt Freeman as Hebe in Oh Zeus! Picture: Matt Crockett/Rebecca Pitt
Why not join one of the two or one-hour walks around Northam Burrows, Appledore and Westward Ho! in the coming weeks? Credit: TDC
Scenes from the previous historic trial recreated at Barnstaple Guildhall by the same team – False Witness.
You can join Kerry Ellis in Barnstaple this September as she runs through her favourite rock anthems.
Violinist Tim Herniman will feature as part of the John Walter Quartet at North Devon Jazz Club this January. Image: submitted
Would you like to create a nature project in your community or improve one already running – the free drop-in at Northam Burrows this March can help inspire and support your project. Credit: TDC
The person centred approach will help customers who may face additional challenges, in the event of a fire
The Ilfracombe Academy building in Ilfracombe, North Devon.
Local artist and theatre maker Sarah Lee-Pettifer, aka Mrs Animation, is bringing her new comedy musical GAY to the Barnstaple Fringe Festival this June
Bideford College Principal Dr Claire Ankers with Sixth Form students celebrating their A Level success Credit: Bideford College
Motorist caught driving one-handed while holding a dog on the A361. Image courtesy of Devon and Cornwall Road Safety Team
