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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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Ad Feature
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
Traffic & Travel
Live updates as Friday getaway begins in Devon
There are delays across Devon as the Friday getaway begins
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Bridge Street in Bideford closed after car and motorbike crash
Bideford
Drivers were warned of delays in the area this afternoon (May 10)
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A386 in Bideford blocked both ways after rush hour motorbike crash
Traffic & Travel
The crash took place near the Texaco petrol station at around 5.40pm this afternoon (May 9)
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Live M5 updates as escaped animals cause motorway chaos
M5
The incident was first reported shortly before 2pm this afternoon, Thursday, May 9.
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DVLA warning for drivers over licence rules that could have huge impact
Traffic & Travel
The DVLA has issued a warning to drivers over licence rules that may affect their ability to remain behind the wheel - and it's particularly important for older motorists.
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Crime
Exeter
Three Exeter men jailed for savage attack that left teenager in a coma
Kai-Rhys Lawson, Aidan Manvell and Hazem Badran have all be jailed today at Exeter Crown Court
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Exeter city centre shop theft as CCTV appeal launched
Exeter
It is believed a man tested the door handles of a number of properties on Bampfylde Street. Officers have issued a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to
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Sword and cash seized in Devon drugs crackdown
Brixham
Six people have been arrested following a police crackdown on class A drugs in Torbay
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Man hit with metal bar after fight breaks out in Cullompton town centre
Cullompton
Police are appealing for information following the incident on Tuesday afternoon (May 7)
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Police officers found not guilty of assaulting man in Exeter
Courts
Pc Emmit Wookey and Liam Dunn were accused of an assault on a man following a stop and search on New North Road in March 2023
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Exeter
Exeter
Man dies in Exeter city centre
Police were called to Market Street after reports of the concern for the welfare of a man
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Exeter Marathon finishers offered free Franco Manca pizza
Exeter
Franco Manca is offering those that finish the Exeter Live Better Marathon a free pizza on the day
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Three Exeter men jailed for savage attack that left teenager in a coma
Exeter
Kai-Rhys Lawson, Aidan Manvell and Hazem Badran have all be jailed today at Exeter Crown Court
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Farming YouTube star Olly Blogs to open Devon County Show
Devon County Show
Away from vlogging and farming on the urban fringe near Liverpool, Olly is a keen fundraiser for charity
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Devon County Show: Equine stunt display set to wow crowds
Devon County Show
Their lengthy list of film and television credits include Peaky Blinders, Poldark and The King's Speech
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Plymouth
Exeter
Heroic efforts failed to save life of Exeter man
Exeter dad Ben Cooper, 40, sadly tragically ended his life while suffering an 'acute stress reaction'
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Northern Lights visible in Devon skies this weekend
Dartmoor
The spectacular phenomenon is expected to be seen over parts of Dartmoor tonight, Friday, May 10, as experts believe conditions are looking good.
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Historic steam locomotive to break 60 year speed record in Devon
Newton Abbot
The 74 year old Clun Castle, which was once based in Plymouth, will try to break a 60 year old speed record for the fastest steam journey between Plymouth and Bristol
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Stricken diver triggers large-scale emergency response in Devon
Plymouth
The diver lost consciousness in the sea and emergency services were scrambled to Plymouth Sound
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Devon's colourful new hotel dominating seafront
Torquay
The Corbyn Head Hotel is the latest addition to Torquay's skyline - but not everyone is impressed with the development
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Torquay
Torquay United FC
Exclusive chat with Michael Westcott - the man leading the reset at Torquay United
The Bryn Consortium plans to be open and honest with the fans - after the announcement today that a ‘sale agreement’ had been reached with the club’s administrators.
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Cherished Torquay beach café closed with questions over reopening
Torquay
Babbacombe Beach Cafe was due to open on May 1 but the doors are currently closed
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Torquay sex club is facing hard times
Torquay
The council has told Within Temptation it can continue its saucy antics
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Torquay United sale to club's new owners agreed
Torquay United FC
The Bryn Consortium, made up of Torquay fans Michael Westcott, Mark Bowes-Cavanagh, Tom Allen, Rob Hawes and Simon Robinson, will take over the Gulls
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Devon's colourful new hotel dominating seafront
Torquay
The Corbyn Head Hotel is the latest addition to Torquay's skyline - but not everyone is impressed with the development
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Barnstaple
Barnstaple
From pub to hub as campaign aims to be beacon of hope for women in Barnstaple
Support the creation of a vital community hub in a former Barnstaple pub, offering comprehensive support for women facing challenges
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Barnstaple’s Rock Park transforms into a wonderland as Rowlands fun fair rolls into town
Barnstaple
More rides, more fun, and unforgettable memories await you
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Devon man banned from being drunk in a public place across the whole of England and Wales
Devon and Cornwall Police
47-year-old Gavin Prieto has been made the subject of a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) after he admitted to outraging public decency
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BRED is breathing life into Barnstaple with interactive art and disco brunch
Barnstaple
Experience a burst of creativity and fun at BRED’s interactive art project in Barnstaple’s Green Lanes, where imagination meets reality and dough gets a new definition
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Devon car park closes as 'huge improvements' begin
Devon News
The car park is closing for a major upgrade, paving the way for a brighter, more accessible town centre
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UK & World News
Gardening
Gardening expert shares 'natural' way to boost hydrangea flowers using banana peel fertiliser
Hydrangeas are a popular garden plant known for their large, colourful blooms, and the key to getting healthier flowers is feeding them the right fertiliser
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Katie Price 'slapped with eviction notice' at 'Mucky Mansion' and must leave 'within days'
UK & World News
The eviction notice issued by Horsham County Court, addressed both to Katie Price and "any other occupiers"
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West Country beach named among most disappointing in the UK
In the News
Weston-super-Mare beach has been named as one of the UK's most disappointing beaches, with many TripAdvisor reviews expressing dissatisfaction.
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Sir Geoff Hurst says he gets scam emails 'nearly every day'
UK & World News
A new campaign has been launched to help older people with tech skills and spotting scams
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Gardening gurus share five simple steps to get lush green lawn in four weeks
Gardening
A social media user known as The Lawn List shared his top tips for getting a lush lawn without taking months on end – and they're surprisingly easy to follow
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Dartmoor
Northern Lights visible in Devon skies this weekend
The spectacular phenomenon is expected to be seen over parts of Dartmoor tonight, Friday, May 10, as experts believe conditions are looking good.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice rushes to comfort Rose Ayling-Ellis after 'heartbreak'
Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice rushed to comfort his former dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis after she shared a 'heartbreaking' post on social media
DWP payment change as eight benefits get cash boost
DWP
The first people to get the boost are the ones who were scheduled for a payment on Monday, May 6.
Man dies in Exeter city centre
Exeter
Police were called to Market Street after reports of the concern for the welfare of a man
Torquay sex club is facing hard times
Torquay
The council has told Within Temptation it can continue its saucy antics
Gardening
Gardening expert shares 'natural' way to boost hydrangea flowers using banana peel fertiliser
Hydrangeas are a popular garden plant known for their large, colourful blooms, and the key to getting healthier flowers is feeding them the right fertiliser
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice rushes to comfort Rose Ayling-Ellis after 'heartbreak'
Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice rushed to comfort his former dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis after she shared a 'heartbreaking' post on social media
Man dies in Exeter city centre
Exeter
Police were called to Market Street after reports of the concern for the welfare of a man
Three Exeter men jailed for savage attack that left teenager in a coma
Exeter
Kai-Rhys Lawson, Aidan Manvell and Hazem Badran have all be jailed today at Exeter Crown Court
Farming YouTube star Olly Blogs to open Devon County Show
Devon County Show
Away from vlogging and farming on the urban fringe near Liverpool, Olly is a keen fundraiser for charity
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Dartmoor
Northern Lights visible in Devon skies this weekend
The spectacular phenomenon is expected to be seen over parts of Dartmoor tonight, Friday, May 10, as experts believe conditions are looking good.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice rushes to comfort Rose Ayling-Ellis after 'heartbreak'
Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice rushed to comfort his former dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis after she shared a 'heartbreaking' post on social media
Man dies in Exeter city centre
Exeter
Police were called to Market Street after reports of the concern for the welfare of a man
DWP payment change as eight benefits get cash boost
DWP
The first people to get the boost are the ones who were scheduled for a payment on Monday, May 6.
Torquay sex club is facing hard times
Torquay
The council has told Within Temptation it can continue its saucy antics
Gardening
Gardening expert shares 'natural' way to boost hydrangea flowers using banana peel fertiliser
Hydrangeas are a popular garden plant known for their large, colourful blooms, and the key to getting healthier flowers is feeding them the right fertiliser
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice rushes to comfort Rose Ayling-Ellis after 'heartbreak'
Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice rushed to comfort his former dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis after she shared a 'heartbreaking' post on social media
Man dies in Exeter city centre
Exeter
Police were called to Market Street after reports of the concern for the welfare of a man
Exeter Marathon finishers offered free Franco Manca pizza
Exeter
Franco Manca is offering those that finish the Exeter Live Better Marathon a free pizza on the day
Three Exeter men jailed for savage attack that left teenager in a coma
Exeter
Kai-Rhys Lawson, Aidan Manvell and Hazem Badran have all be jailed today at Exeter Crown Court