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Fire crews at the scene of major blaze in Exeter
Devastating Exeter city centre fire was accidental
No one was injured but one person was treated by paramedics
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LIVE: Fire rages in Exeter city centre
ExeterFirefighters raced to the scene
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Family behind 'outstanding' Devon business get dream go-ahead
South Hams
“Living on site will help us achieve the ultimate dream of work, life and family balance”
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Fears for ancient road through Devon countryside
South Devon
'I don't think we are doing ourselves justice'
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Major South West railway expansion plans dashed
Exmoor
It's been overwhelmingly refused
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The quiet Devon villages where thousands died in bloody massacres
Exeter
The beauty spots were once bloodbaths
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Adam Henson almost lost Countryfile job to Ben Fogle due to his appearance
BBC
Adam Henson joined Countryfile in 2003 after more than 3,500 people applied for a presenter searc, but he believes BBC bosses wanted to go for Ben Fogle instead
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Exeter residents could save £2,000 by signing up for this car-sharing club
Fuel Prices
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Frightening ball of fire sparked huge incident in Exeter
Exeter
An inferno raged metres away from properties
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Man charged with rape and sex assaults in Exeter
Exeter
A 19-year-old is due to appear in court
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Exeter fire: Homes evacuated and hundreds without power
Exeter
The fire has broken out in a historic part of the city
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Girl raped in double sex attack in Exeter
Exeter
A 19-year-old has been arrested
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Devon funeral notices: Loving dad with 'kind, genuine soul' dies
Funeral Notices
Terence 'Terry' Edworthy has been remembered in the funeral notices
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Deceptive Devon cottage with views to die for hides jaw-dropping surprise
Dream Homes
Most rooms have either full-height windows or doors to sensational views over the River Dart
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Victorian workhouse transformed into chic Devon home
Dream Homes
It's steeped in local history
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Devon court list: 22 in the dock for violence, theft and other crimes
Courts
Crimes range from drink driving to having a samurai sword
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Photos show devastation caused by fire at Devon seafront
South Hams
Beach cafe at beauty spot was engulfed by inferno
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South West 'summer of traffic chaos' warning
Traffic & Travel
A significant development could cause problems
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Inside Devon town at centre of noisy social media rumours
Crime
Is life there really that bad? We went to find out
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New map reveals the riskiest places to park in Devon
Crime
Where cars, vans and motorbikes are most likely to be stolen or broken into
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Traffic & Travel

Traffic & TravelPotholes are causing crashes in Devon, new figures show
The state of the county's roads is not ideal, according to research
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Live: North Devon road closed in both directions due to crash
Traffic & Travel
Drivers told to avoid the area
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Bridge closed due to emergency incident in Barnstaple
Traffic & Travel
The closure caused heavy traffic
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Person in hospital after North Devon cyclist crash
North Devon
Emergency services rushed to the scene
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South West 'summer of traffic chaos' warning
Traffic & Travel
A significant development could cause problems
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Crime

ExeterFour arrested in Exeter after illegal e-bike crackdownHundreds of e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized since January 1, 2023
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Online rumours spark knife scare at Devon primary school
Exeter
The school confirmed there had been a separate incident outside school premises involving a penknife
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Teenager charged with Exeter sex attacks appears in court
Exeter
Sonny Boyes faces multiple allegations of rape and sexual assault
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Second arrest after death of man on 'drunken carnage' cruise ship
Exeter
James Messham died following an 'altercation' on the MSC Virtuosa
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Man charged with rape and sex assaults in Exeter
Exeter
A 19-year-old is due to appear in court
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Exeter

ExeterFour arrested in Exeter after illegal e-bike crackdownHundreds of e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized since January 1, 2023
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Exeter hospice faces tough cuts unless urgent help arrives soon
NHS
With funds drying up and costs climbing, Exeter’s Hospiscare is fighting to protect end-of-life care
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Online rumours spark knife scare at Devon primary school
Exeter
The school confirmed there had been a separate incident outside school premises involving a penknife
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'Brazen' thug wielded axe in Wetherspoons
Wetherspoon
His target picked up a chair to protect himself
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Brand new Devon railway station plan 'still on track'
Labour Party
Town's station dreams are still alive
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Plymouth

PlymouthFive-vehicle crash involved driver 'with provisional licence'The crash occurred on Exeter Street
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Polarbear the poet brought imagination roaring to Crediton
Crediton
Award-winning poet Polarbear sparked creativity in Crediton’s classrooms, leaving students brimming with ideas and staff stunned by their brilliance
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Car dealership fined over £200k after employees diagnosed with permanent condition
Employment
Two workers are suffering from a debilitating condition
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Attention-seeking Torquay boyfriend behaved 'like oversized toddler'
Torbay
Sean Gonnelly was described as abusive, petulant and overdramatic
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Car seized after driver fails to stop for police in Devon
Devon and Cornwall Police
The driver has been charged with five offences
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Torquay

TorbayAttention-seeking Torquay boyfriend behaved 'like oversized toddler'Sean Gonnelly was described as abusive, petulant and overdramatic
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Hotspot policing scheme extended with £1 million boost to fight antisocial behaviour
Devon and Cornwall Police
More than 26,000 hours of patrols have already been delivered across Devon and Cornwall, with new funding set to expand the initiative to Bodmin and Tiverton.
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Devon court list: 22 in the dock for violence, theft and other crimes
Courts
Crimes range from drink driving to having a samurai sword
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New drinks terrace with 'unbeatable' views opens in Devon
Discover Devon
You've got to check this place out
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The Torquay United Yellow Army Podcast reacts to the play-off loss
Torquay United FC
Richard and Guy Henderson are joined by David Thomas in Richard's kitchen as we move into a massive summer for the Gulls.
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Barnstaple

North DevonBagpipes and bugles echo as Barnstaple marks VE Day with heartDespite tech hiccups, Barnstaple delivered a heartfelt VE Day tribute uniting schools, dignitaries and residents in a powerful show of remembrance
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Woman threatened by knife-wielding robber carrying bottles of vodka
Devon and Cornwall Police
The man was wearing a face covering and baseball cap
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Dog stuck 100ft above ground on quarry ledge
Dogs
The poor thing must have been petrified
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Devon council's 'significant decision' to become a landlord
Politics
It is the first time in 25 years
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Stranded dog rescued from 100ft ledge in Devon quarry
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue
The cocker spaniel was found in a precarious location
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UK & World News

UK & World NewsWomen over 40 refuse to let menopause get in the way of their passions, study finds
New research has shown many women over 40 have taken up a new hobby or interest since going through menopause
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Teff and Fonio set to be next big things in healthy superfoods
Healthy eating
The grains are among a number of rising food trends that are good for health and the environment
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Dogs who wag tail could be showing red flag of their true feelings
Dogs
Your pet's wagging tail may not be a sign of happiness after all
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Neurologist says one thing lowers cholesterol and protects your brain
Health
Professor Jonathan Schott says six simple activities will help keep your brain sharp
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'Entitled' stranger blocks woman's driveway and then makes audacious comment
UK & World News
One woman shared her frustration of a random driver stopping her from entering her house, but did not expect the reaction she received from the rude strranger
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Devon and Cornwall PoliceMan dies after HGV crash in North DevonThe road was closed for eight hours
Iconic Dartmoor beauty spot with zoo and waterfall on market for £1.4M
Google
Own a chunk of paradise - if you've got the money
Five-vehicle crash involved driver 'with provisional licence'
Plymouth
The crash occurred on Exeter Street
Online rumours spark knife scare at Devon primary school
Exeter
The school confirmed there had been a separate incident outside school premises involving a penknife
Body of missing man found in Newton Abbot
Newton Abbot
The death is not being treated as suspicious
Escape to the CountryEscape to the Country buyer in tears over eye-watering house price Escape to The Country buyer was left in tears just minutes into the search
Argued over Devon changing rooms 'comply with gender law'
Teignmouth
The meeting had to be adjourned twice as feelings ran high again
Four arrested in Exeter after illegal e-bike crackdown
Exeter
Hundreds of e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized since January 1, 2023
Tom Kerridge admits 'it's losing a lot of money' as he details 'constant battle'
Food
Tom Kerridge has admitted that running his six restaurants is a 'constant battle' and that 'one's losing a lot of money' as he opened up about his financial struggles
Five-vehicle crash involved driver 'with provisional licence'
Plymouth
The crash occurred on Exeter Street
Devon and Cornwall PoliceMan dies after HGV crash in North DevonThe road was closed for eight hours
Iconic Dartmoor beauty spot with zoo and waterfall on market for £1.4M
Google
Own a chunk of paradise - if you've got the money
Five-vehicle crash involved driver 'with provisional licence'
Plymouth
The crash occurred on Exeter Street
Online rumours spark knife scare at Devon primary school
Exeter
The school confirmed there had been a separate incident outside school premises involving a penknife
Body of missing man found in Newton Abbot
Newton Abbot
The death is not being treated as suspicious
Escape to the CountryEscape to the Country buyer in tears over eye-watering house price Escape to The Country buyer was left in tears just minutes into the search
Argued over Devon changing rooms 'comply with gender law'
Teignmouth
The meeting had to be adjourned twice as feelings ran high again
Four arrested in Exeter after illegal e-bike crackdown
Exeter
Hundreds of e-bikes and e-scooters have been seized since January 1, 2023
Dreamy cruise ship dominates Dartmouth waters
Dartmouth
It is dwarfing homes on the rivers edge
Tom Kerridge admits 'it's losing a lot of money' as he details 'constant battle'
Food
Tom Kerridge has admitted that running his six restaurants is a 'constant battle' and that 'one's losing a lot of money' as he opened up about his financial struggles