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Live: Fears as girl, 13, disappears in Devon
Officers are concerned for 13-year-old Emily Heathman who has been reported missing
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Investigation launched after fatal heroin batch sparks major health concerns
North Devon
The substance, believed to have caused two deaths in North Devon, is being tested to find out what led to such a severe and tragic outcome
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Second death after 'bad batch' of heroin sparked medical emergency in North Devon
Barnstaple
A total of 10 people, including the latest deceased, have now been admitted to hospital for treatment. Two remain there
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Four arrests and one dead in Devon as police continue 'bad batch' heroin probe
Barnstaple
A total of eight people have been treated in hospital and a ninth has died
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Car smells you should 'never ignore' from rotten eggs to burning
Motoring
Experts have looked at the seven most-Googled smells and explained what they mean
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Home experts say £1 item 'particularly effective at stopping mould'
UK & World News
Baking soda has various properties that make it useful in combating mould
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UK cities where it is cheaper to live in a van than it is to pay rent
Cost Of Living
There are twenty cities across the UK where is it cheaper to live out of a van than it is to pay rent
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DVSA gives 'important' reminder to drivers over little-known Highway Code rule
Motoring
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is reminding drivers of an "important" part of the Highway Code to keep in mind as the UK prepares for warmer weather
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ITV News presenter 'receiving medical care' after becoming 'unwell' live on air
Celebs & TV
Viewers became concerned when ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar appeared to struggle with some words as he read the news
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Man dies and nine in hospital due to 'bad batch' of heroin
Devon and Cornwall Police
Police have declared a major incident following news the batch was making people 'very ill'
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Exact date scorching heatwave will hit after April chill
UK & World News
The UK is set to see temperatures surpass 20C soon
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Exeter residents could save £2,000 by signing up for this car-sharing club
Fuel Prices
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Gardener shares three 'effective' ways to stop cats pooing in your garden and digging up plants
What's On News
Cats can be annoying once they begin to use your garden as their litterbox but there are cheap ways to put them off
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Baby girl in critical condition after dog attack in South West
Dogs
The child, who is under two, was bitten inside her home in Cheltenham on Sunday, April 14. The pet dog is described as a large breed and has been seized by police
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Tragic Exmouth beach death of 24-year-old man
Exmouth
He was spotted in the sea by a dog walker
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Beloved mum and dad die of brain tumours just weeks apart
Cullompton
A 13-year-old girl lost both her parents within the space of a few months
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Exeter community hall faces bulldozer
Exeter
A new building will be constructed in its place
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A-road clears near Yealmpton after multi-vehicle crash
Devon News
The crash has left the A379 blocked in both directions
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U2 star to give BBC Gardener's World fans tour of his garden
Gardening
U2 bassist Adam Clayton will be giving fans a tour of his garden on this week's episode of BBC's Gardener's World
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Live: Major incident declared after people left 'very ill' from 'bad batch' of heroin
North Devon
Police officers have said the situation is "incredibly serious"
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Tributes paid to incredible Devon woman as man charged with her murder at luxury hotel
Axminster
James Cartwright has appeared in court charged with the murder of 54-year-old Samantha Mickleburgh
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Young man fights for life following serious crash
Sidmouth
The cyclist was airlifted to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries
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Torbay councillor's sudden death will trigger by-election
Politics
“He was a natural in his role from his very first day in the job”
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Extraordinary photos show true scale of 'last of its kind' Devon car meet
People
Thousands of petrolheads gathered and filled a retail park's car park
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Main Devon A-road closed both ways following serious crash
Traffic & Travel
Emergency services are at the scene
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Shoppers race to buy £99 rattan egg chair worth £227 that's cheaper than Dunelm and B&Q
Shopping
The 'stylish' grey rattan hanging egg chair usually costs £227 but you can get it for under £100 at Wowcher
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Missing man found safe and well in Devon
Missing People
Paul Robin was reported missing from Bournemouth but is believed to have travelled to Exmouth and Torquay
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Harry Potter actor Warwick Davis's wife Samantha has died, aged 53
Celebs & TV
The Star Wars and Tenable star said: 'I miss her hugs'
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Fresh moves to restore Devon rail link
Bideford
Torridge councillors and local MPs have united to champion the revival of the Bideford-Barnstaple rail link
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Monty Don warns gardeners against spring lawn temptation
Gardening
Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has issued a warning to gardeners ahead of warmer weather
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Extra £10M set to repair 'huge amount of damage' on Devon's roads
Devon County Council
It's to address the issues caused by the 'extremely wet weather over the past year'
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Amazon cordless vacuum cleaner under £140 with 'battery that lasts forever'
Amazon
With powerful suction, tangle-free brush and built-in green light at a lower price - it's very tempting
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Devon man charged with murder of woman at luxury hotel
Axminster
Surrey Police previously said the victim and suspect were known to each other
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Devon funeral notices: Tributes paid to man, 53, who died unexpectedly
Funeral Notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
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New Devon homes in 'posh postcode' territory met with fury
Letters
New plans have been submitted forming the third phase of a new housing estate near the M5
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Beloved Devon pub rejuvenated to the tune of almost £100,000
Paignton
The pub is hundreds of years old and needed a new rooftop blanket to keep the rain out - step forward a master thatcher
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Devon seafront road fiasco ends with no apology
Letters
Why is the council so keen to very publicly fall on its sword this time when far more important decisions are made that waste public finances or are taken seemingly on a whim?
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Legendary Torquay bar still a mega success like no other after 20 years
Torquay
Owner Dominic Kirkup has chalked up more than 20 years at the iconic bar, hotel and function venue on Torquay seafront
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Devon tip set for major £3.7million overhaul
North Devon District Council
Huge works are on the cards in North Devon
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Exeter homeless man sets up van 'garden' as protest
Exeter
Matt Howard, 35, is living in a campervan in a residents' car parking area in Exeter
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Exeter fire: Arson suspected in building blaze with area sealed off
Exeter
A fire broke out at a closed waste factory in Exeter during the early hours of Friday morning, which saw the area cordoned off by police
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Family vow to keep searching for Plymouth man who mysteriously vanished near Cornwall coast path
Devon News
Daniel Mizzi has been missing since December and his family don’t know what has happened to him
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Street violence among 19 cases heard at Devon courts
Courts
Cases heard at Exeter, Newton Abbot, and Barnstaple magistrates' courts
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Fears for future of prized beach in famous Devon town
Brixham
Plans for a brand new hotel have sparked outrage
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Devon dad hit by 'ludicrous ban' as income plummets
In the News
Fishermen are reeling over newly imposed pollack restrictions
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Traffic & Travel
M5
LIVE: M5 traffic held in both directions following crash
Emergency services are at the scene
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A380 lane closed after crash in Devon
Traffic & Travel
There was traffic heading southbound this afternoon (Monday, May 6)
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Tributes paid to 'much-loved dad' who died in Torquay motorbike crash
Torquay
Lee Craven was described as a 'much-loved dad, son and fiancé'
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M5 crackdown sees vehicles seized and drivers punished
M5
The force, working alongside the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), Trading Standards and the Environment Agency, targeted vehicles which appeared to be badly maintained
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South West bank holiday warning as millions hit the road for weekend getaways
Traffic & Travel
Major routes across the region are set to be impacted and drivers have been warned to avoid travelling at rush hour
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Crime
Tavistock
Man on the run after Tavistock pub attack leaves one seriously injured
There has been a heavy police presence in Tavistock town centre this morning
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Devon courts: Massive supermarket booze theft and drug driving epidemic
Devon News
Defendants have been dealt with at courts in Exeter, Barnstaple and Newton Abbot
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Sleepy Devon town rocked by 'stabbing' as locals demand answers
Crime
Ivybridge residents say one recent violent incident is massively out of character for the friendly town
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Devon heroin batch which killed two contained nitazenes
Health
A batch of heroin which resulted in the deaths of two people last week has now been found to contain 'dangerous' synthetic opioids known as nitazenes
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Alison Hernandez secures third term for Tories as police and crime commissioner
Police and Crime Commissioner
Alison Hernandez has secured a third term as the police and crime commissioner for Devon and Cornwall, beating her rival candidates, Daniel Steel and Steve Lodge
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Exeter
Exeter
Join the Exeter Live Better Marathon and Community Five Mile Race
Lace up and race in the Exeter Live Better Marathon or the Community Five Mile Race – a fun, fitness-filled event supporting local charities
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Exeter LTN traffic troubles influenced city council votes
Local Elections
While Labour held on to the city council and increased its majority by one, the anti-LTN protest made itself felt.
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Five stunning must-visit villages in easy reach of Exeter
Discover Devon
Exeter is a fantastic place to live and visit - but sometimes it's nice to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and soak up the charm of some of Devon's most picturesque villages
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Devon criminals caught out by damning DNA evidence
Courts
DNA evidence is one of out most effective crime-fighting tools - as these cases from the courts reveal
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Devon funeral notices: Family heartbroken after death of 'treasured' dad of three
Funeral Notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
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Plymouth
Funeral Notices
Devon funeral notices: Family heartbroken after death of 'treasured' dad of three
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
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Sleepy Devon town rocked by 'stabbing' as locals demand answers
Crime
Ivybridge residents say one recent violent incident is massively out of character for the friendly town
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Devon world premiere is really gettting tails wagging
Plymouth
The Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) is to be the focus of creatives from across the globe as it opens the highly anticipated stage production of The Artist.
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Liberal Democrats claim successes in Devon council by-elections
Local Elections
Lib Dems won three of the four district council by-elections
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Alison Hernandez secures third term for Tories as police and crime commissioner
Police and Crime Commissioner
Alison Hernandez has secured a third term as the police and crime commissioner for Devon and Cornwall, beating her rival candidates, Daniel Steel and Steve Lodge
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Torquay
Torquay
Incredible photos of Torquay from swinging 1960s
The decade that changed the face of Torquay is remembered in a collection of 28 great photos
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Woman dies after Torquay harbour incident
Torquay
The death is not being treated as suspicious
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'Cowboy builder' accused of £440k scam and 'leaving trail of destroyed lives'
South Devon
At least 30 people have accused a "cowboy builder" of conning them out of more than £440,000 for incomplete construction work over a period of more than 15 years
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Devon criminals caught out by damning DNA evidence
Courts
DNA evidence is one of out most effective crime-fighting tools - as these cases from the courts reveal
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Live: Air ambulance lands at Torquay harbour
Torquay
Multiple emergency services were seen in the area
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Barnstaple
Barnstaple
Busking Festival brings music and merriment to Barnstaple
Experience the vibrant heart of Barnstaple as over thirty acts transform the town into a symphony of street performances, celebrating the spirit of live music and community
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Barnstaple's community heroes honoured at Annual Town Meeting
Barnstaple
Discover how Barnstaple’s Annual Town Meeting celebrated local heroes, awarded vital grants, and unveiled exciting Guildhall renovations
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Barnstaple Arts Festival returns with weekend of creativity and inspiration
Barnstaple
Immerse yourself in a vibrant artistic experience at the Barnstaple Arts Festival this May 24-26, where local talent shines, creativity flourishes, and unique art pieces await your discovery
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Devon family who lost cat 13 years ago receive astonishing news
Barnstaple
A miracle has brought Finn back to his family after he went missing in 2011
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Devon funeral notices: Family heartbroken after death of 'treasured' dad of three
Funeral Notices
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
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UK & World News
DWP
DWP issues Universal Credit update as payments set to rise by up to £109 a month
A reminder has been issued about the change to ensure as many people as possible are claiming the benefit
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Learner driver wins £100k Porsche in Omaze draw
Ford
Phoebe Kneller, 23, still only has a provisional driving license
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Woman could be taken to court for parking on her own driveway
People
Jenny Cummings says the situation is "pathetic"
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Baby in critical condition after Legoland Windsor incident
In the News
Police are appealing for witnesses after the five-month-old boy went into cardiac arrest
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Expert explains why Omaze house winners sell mega mansions within weeks
UK & World News
The Omaze house draw has seen winners sell their grand prizes within weeks, and an expert has explained the reason behind this trend
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LIVE: M5 traffic held in both directions following crash
Emergency services are at the scene
'Dreaded' HMRC brown letter costing people hundreds has started coming through letterboxes
UK & World News
For people who do owe money, the average works out at £783 per person - although you may well owe more
Woman dies after Torquay harbour incident
Torquay
The death is not being treated as suspicious
Liam Gallagher 'living like a monk' in West Country mansion
Celebs & TV
The Oasis star is renting a Victorian property for nearly £17,000 a month
Expert explains why Omaze house winners sell mega mansions within weeks
UK & World News
The Omaze house draw has seen winners sell their grand prizes within weeks, and an expert has explained the reason behind this trend
M5
LIVE: M5 traffic held in both directions following crash
Emergency services are at the scene
Busking Festival brings music and merriment to Barnstaple
Barnstaple
Experience the vibrant heart of Barnstaple as over thirty acts transform the town into a symphony of street performances, celebrating the spirit of live music and community
Join the Exeter Live Better Marathon and Community Five Mile Race
Exeter
Lace up and race in the Exeter Live Better Marathon or the Community Five Mile Race – a fun, fitness-filled event supporting local charities
DWP issues Universal Credit update as payments set to rise by up to £109 a month
DWP
A reminder has been issued about the change to ensure as many people as possible are claiming the benefit
Exeter LTN traffic troubles influenced city council votes
Local Elections
While Labour held on to the city council and increased its majority by one, the anti-LTN protest made itself felt.
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M5
LIVE: M5 traffic held in both directions following crash
Emergency services are at the scene
'Most beautiful town in UK' that looks like Greece and is a hit with tourists
Discover Devon
Dartmouth in South Devon has been hailed as the most beautiful town in the UK by one travel blogger - and it's easy to see why it's a hit with tourists
'Dreaded' HMRC brown letter costing people hundreds has started coming through letterboxes
UK & World News
For people who do owe money, the average works out at £783 per person - although you may well owe more
Woman dies after Torquay harbour incident
Torquay
The death is not being treated as suspicious
Liam Gallagher 'living like a monk' in West Country mansion
Celebs & TV
The Oasis star is renting a Victorian property for nearly £17,000 a month
M5
LIVE: M5 traffic held in both directions following crash
Emergency services are at the scene
Busking Festival brings music and merriment to Barnstaple
Barnstaple
Experience the vibrant heart of Barnstaple as over thirty acts transform the town into a symphony of street performances, celebrating the spirit of live music and community
Join the Exeter Live Better Marathon and Community Five Mile Race
Exeter
Lace up and race in the Exeter Live Better Marathon or the Community Five Mile Race – a fun, fitness-filled event supporting local charities
DWP issues Universal Credit update as payments set to rise by up to £109 a month
DWP
A reminder has been issued about the change to ensure as many people as possible are claiming the benefit
Exeter LTN traffic troubles influenced city council votes
Local Elections
While Labour held on to the city council and increased its majority by one, the anti-LTN protest made itself felt.