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Single elected mayor to cover all Devon in 2028 #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukSingle elected mayor to cover all major Devon councils in 2028The figurehead will cover the county's three main areas of Devon County, Plymouth and Torbay.
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Water spurting out of Brixham harbour is 'normal' says South West Water #Devon
devonlive.comWater spurting out of Devon harbour is 'normal' says SWWA video captured the moment which was thought to be a sewage discharge
Murder arrest made after woman found dead #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukTorquay murder arrest made after woman found deadDevon and Cornwall Police say there will be "a heightened police presence" as enquiries continue.
Agencies pledge to learn from triple killings #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukPolice and health bosses pledge to learn from triple killingsAn 80-year-old man and a pair of 84-year-old twins were attacked by Alexander Lewis-Ranwell in 2019.
Devon looks set for a mayor after Budget backing #Devon
devonlive.comDevon looks set for a mayor after Budget backingGovernment documents confirm its ‘new model’ of government will include a mayor for the county of Devon.
Putting 50g of food out may help save beloved British animal's life - 'they risk dying' #Devon
devonlive.comPutting 50g of food out may help save beloved British animal's lifeWildlife experts are reminding people that "this is the most important time of year to support hedgehogs"
Mum vows never to use Holiday Inn again after Exeter stay leaves her in A&E #Devon
devonlive.comMum vows never to use Holiday Inn again after Exeter stay leaves her in A&ENicola Jenkins claims she was forced to flee the Holiday Inn Express Exeter East after being feasted on – landing in A&E with more than 100 bites and vowing never to return to the hotel chain
Special memories will be lost if orchard axed - girl #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukSpecial memories will be lost if Devon orchard axed, says girlA nine-year-old girl has been campaigning to save a orchard that is under threat of being bulldozed.
Ten years after devastating Exeter fire, England’s ‘first hotel’ is finally being rebuilt #Devon
devonlive.comGutted Royal Clarence Hotel is being transformed a decade after blazeIt is somehow the tenth anniversary of catastrophic Royal Clarence Hotel blaze
Bright LED headlight rule update as minister replies amid new research into issue #Devon
devonlive.comBright LED headlight ‘ban’ update as minister replies amid new researchNew measures look set to be included in the government’s upcoming Road Safety Strategy
Ilfracombe shop caught selling illegal products #Devon
devonlive.comDevon shop caught selling illegal products The shop has been closed for the rest of the year
Shocking moment Devon man 'slammed' dog into pavement and tried to put him in a bin #Devon
devonlive.comShocking moment man 'slammed' dog and tried to put him in a binThe poor spaniel was 'scared stiff' after the terrifying ordeal
Devon family heartbroken after boy with autism kicked off Emirates flight #Devon
devonlive.comFamily heartbroken after boy with autism kicked off Emirates flightThe young boys were excited to spent half-term with their dad in Dubai, but the airline's policy meant they were asked to leave the plane
Taw Bridge crash involving lorry causes traffic chaos in Barnstaple #Devon
devonlive.comBridge crash involving lorry causes traffic chaosTwo cars and a lorry were reported to be involved
Failings contributed to three killings, jury finds #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukFailings contributed to three killingsin Exeter, jury findsAlexander Lewis-Ranwell had been released from custody hours before he killed three elderly men.
Expert warns 'half-term favour' for teens is 'against the law' from Thursday #Devon
devonlive.comExpert says 'half-term favour' for teens is 'against the law'Adults face new legal risks if they agree to buy certain products for under-18s from this week
35 baby sleeping bags on Etsy, Amazon and Vinted pulled from sale over safety fears #Devon
devonlive.com35 baby sleeping bags on Etsy, Amazon and Vinted pulled from sale — risk to babyThe UK Government says they present a risk of asphyxiation and overheating.
Girl asks council to 'fight' in data centre row #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukGirl, 9, asks council to 'fight' in Torrington data centre rowAbout 100 people protest against plans for a data centre and battery energy storage site.
Jesy Nelson reportedly pulls out of I'm A Celebrity to care for twins with SMA #Devon
devonlive.comI'm A Celebrity faces major blow as star withdraws over family reasonJesy Nelson has reportedly withdrawn from a six-figure deal to appear on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! to prioritise her twin daughters Ocean and Story, who have been diagnosed with SMA type 1
'Living next door to anti-social behaviour has been hell' #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukAnti-social behaviour by neighbours has been 'hell', tenant saysMan calls for better support after seven years of anti-social behaviour from neighbours.
Budget hopes as hospitality faces 'uphill battle' #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukBudget hopes as South West hospitality faces 'uphill battle' Tourism leaders warn the government further taxation in the Budget will "hinder growth".
Army officer, 26, dies in training after he's 'struck by reversing armoured vehicle' #Devon
devonlive.comArmy officer dies in training after he's 'struck by reversing armoured vehicle'[National news] Second Lieutenant Max George, from County Durham, was part of 5 Rifles when he was killed during a training exercise at Salisbury Plain
Family break down as emotionless killer admits murdering mum, 41 #Devon
devonlive.comFamily break down as emotionless killer admits murdering woman, 41Albert Williams has pleaded guilty to the murder of Charlene Dowsell, 41 [National News]
Two Ilfracombe street drinkers fined £900 in crackdown #Devon
devonlive.comTwo Ilfracombe street drinkers fined £900 in crackdownThey breached a PSPO and community protection notice
Hospital gets £8m to resolve fire risks #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukDevon hospital gets £8m for fire safety after enforcement noticeTorbay Hospital bosses say patients will be relocated and plans are under way to resolve concerns.
Six giant cranes take over Exeter skyline as major building project begins #Devon
devonlive.comSix giant cranes take over Exeter skyline as major building project beginsMore than 1,800 new student homes are taking shape
Storm Boelo tragedy as two men die following three-car crash #Devon
devonlive.comTragedy as two men die following three-car Storm Boelo crashEmergency services raced to the scene where two drivers, aged 20 and 84, were pronounced dead [National news]
Pig on the road sparks major rush hour chaos in Devon #Devon
devonlive.comPig on the road sparks rush hour chaosThere was traffic in the area
New Post Office update on 'customer bank accounts change' #Devon
devonlive.comNew Post Office update on 'customer bank accounts change'It said there had been a shift
Nine women paid compensation over police abuse claims #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukNine women paid compensation over police abuse claimsThe force has also apologised to women who accused it of failing to investigate domestic abuse.
Devon trampoline park closes suddenly with forfeiture notice on the doors #Devon
devonlive.comDevon trampoline park closes suddenly with forfeiture noticeMembers of the public have been left unsure about booked parties and gift vouchers
Calls for MPs to focus on Clean Water Bill #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukCampaigners in Exmouth call for MPs to focus on Clean Water BillSurfers Against Sewage say in 2025 Exmouth's sea was affected by sewage pollution for 111 days.
Strictly fans call for host to be 'removed' from Sunday night's results show #Devon
devonlive.comStrictly fans call for host to be 'removed' from Sunday night's results showSince Josh Widdicombe, Emma Willis and Johannes Radebe kicked off their Strictly Come Dancing campaign as new hosts, people have been really vocal about the BBC show
Chaos on Devon roads as multiple trees down - live updates #Devon
devonlive.comChaos on Devon roads as multiple trees down Roads around the county have been closed in the aftermath
Firms 'holding back' on new jobs ahead of Budget #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukFirms in Devon 'holding back' on new jobs ahead of BudgetSome businesses say they want to see employment costs come down in the October Budget.
The colourful shop that caught Willem Dafoe's eye moves to Exeter's famous cobbles #Devon
devonlive.comColourful Exeter boutique attracts shoppers and Hollywood stars alikeHollywood legend Willem Dafoe was once spotted peering at their fabulous window display!
'Date reached' as expert issues UK household heating advice #Devon
devonlive.com'Date reached' as expert issues UK household heating adviceUK Government advice recommends a minimum indoor temperature of 18C
M5 reopens near Exeter after lorry fire closed motorway in both directions #Devon
devonlive.comM5 reopens near Exeter after lorry fireEmergency services rushed to the M5 near Exeter yesterday evening (October 24) and closed both carriageways between junction 29 and junction 30 as a result of the fire
Devon fisherman of 30 years defends decision to be at sea in stormy weather #Devon
devonlive.comBrixham fisherman of 30 years defends decision to be at sea in storm 'It's not the first storm we're out in and it certainly won't be the last'
Murder charge after body found in wheelie bin #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukPlymouth murder charge after body found in wheelie binPolice say Mohamed Abotaka, 36, is charged with the murder of 52-year-old Ali Barzai.
Thousands without power as rain and wind continues #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukThousands without power as South West stormy weather continuesA heavy rain warning is in place until 23:00, as a cafe welcomes people with no power.
Devon traffic chaos with multiple crashes and fallen trees - live updates #Devon
devonlive.comDevon traffic chaos with multiple crashes and fallen treesMultiple incidents have been reported
Storm Boelo to bring second round of weather chaos to South West #Devon
devonlive.comStorm Boelo to bring second round of weather chaos to South WestAnother wave of heavy rain and strong winds is expected
Prince William 'mistaken for singer Prince' as he shares hilarious story from South West visit #Devon
devonlive.comPrince William 'mistaken for singer Prince' during South West visitPrince William appeared on The Graham Norton Show - sharing how a South West local asked him to sing Purple Rain
Devon court latest: 21 cases including controlling men, mega driving ban and farmer's shame #Devon
devonlive.comCourt latest: 21 cases including dodgy drivers and farmer bannedCriminal cases from across our community
Man and dog die after being hit by bus in South West #Devon
devonlive.comMan and dog die after being hit by bus in South WestA man in his seventies and a dog have died after being hit by a bus in Bristol. The bus driver has been arrested and remains in custody while enquiries continue.
First storm of season brings day of disruption #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukStorm Austen: First storm of season brings day of disruptionThousands of homes are left without power while schools closed as Storm Austen hit.
Record-breaker rewarded with whisky from the King #Devon #BBCNews
bbc.co.ukRecord adventurer rewarded with whisky from the KingDave 'Dinger' Bell set off from the west coast of Peru on 9 November last year.
Storm Austen sparks huge North Devon delays as Torridge Bridge closed for strong winds - updates #Devon
devonlive.comHuge delays in Devon as bridge closed due to Storm AustenThere are queues at Bideford Long Bridge too
Budget 2026: What Devon’s business chief is demanding from Chancellor John Healey #Devon
devonlive.comBudget 2026: Devon’s business' plea to John Healey'We don’t want to see any further tax'