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North Devon Journal published White's Lane in Torrington blocked following 'incident'

September 8, 2016, 6:23 am
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An incident in Torrington has led to a road being blocked in both directions. Police reported at 2pm that White's Lane is currently blocked both ways due to an accident at Halsdon Terrace. It's the second incident in Torrington today, following a crash on South Street this morning. Updates as we get them. READ NEXT: Fire and ambulance services were called to a house fire in Barnstpale todayReturn to the Journal homepage or read more local news.Stay in touch with the latest...

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North Devon Journal published ​North Devon residents travel more than anyone in the UK -...

September 8, 2016, 6:46 am
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North Devon residents spend nearly 16 days a year driving, new figures reveal.The average person in the South West spent the most time travelling for any region outside London, spending around 380 hours, on average, getting about in 2015 – 20 hours longer than the average for people outside the capital.However there is reason to believe that the people had more fun doing so, as the region was first for time spent travelling for sports, entertainment, holiday and day trips.The average...

​North Devon residents travel more than anyone in the UK -...

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North Devon Journal published Barnstaple drug dealer Michael O'Gorman caught with heroin and...

September 8, 2016, 7:21 am
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​A drug dealer threatened to have a prison officer stabbed after he was caught with heroin and three mobile phones hidden in his underpants in Barnstaple.Michael O'Gorman was found with the drugs shortly after a visit from his terminally ill father and made his threats in the mistaken belief that his father was going to be prosecuted.O'Gorman was on remand at the time after being caught selling heroin in Barnstaple's Pannier Market during an undercover police sting operation codenamed...

Barnstaple drug dealer Michael O'Gorman caught with heroin and...

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North Devon Journal published ​Your reaction to the North Devon maternity unit closure plans

September 8, 2016, 7:36 am
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SHOCKING proposals to remove paediatric and neonatology services from North Devon District Hospital have been uncovered in a leaked document, causing concerns over North Devon's hospital services.A draft version of the Sustainability and Transformation Plan, which outlines the next steps for healthcare services in Devon as a whole, was initially presented in private to consultees back in June – only being leaked this week – but the main suggestions are expected to remain the same....

​Your reaction to the North Devon maternity unit closure plans

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NDJLauren published North Devon resident brands Devon County Council 'idiots' after...

September 8, 2016, 7:55 am
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Braunton fell victim to flooding once again on Saturday, September 3, and one North Devon resident is adamant this could have been avoided if "idiots" were not in charge of the area's maintenance. John Pearce, who describes himself as Braunton born and bred, spoke out after the latest flash flooding in the village affected locals' houses and businesses and Caen Street was closed by police. Residents concentrated on putting out sandbags and clearing their nearest drains, and the...

North Devon resident brands Devon County Council 'idiots' after...

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North Devon Journal published ​A399 partially blocked due to single-vehicle incident

September 8, 2016, 8:42 am
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The A399 is currently partially blocked due to a single-vehicle incident.Traffic on Watermouth Road in Hele is said to affected in both directions, between the Old Berrynarbor Road junction and the Mill Lane junction.Updates as and when we get them.READ NEXT: Leaked plans reveal that North Devon District Hospital could lose its maternity servicesReturn to the Journal homepage or read more local news.Stay in touch with the latest business news headlines for North Devon, plus the weather, the...

​A399 partially blocked due to single-vehicle incident

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North Devon Journal published ​Why North Devon parents are unlikely to win their school place...

September 8, 2016, 9:00 am
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Parents in North Devon are among the least likely to appeal their offered school place.Just 0.7% of infant (Reception to Year 2) admissions in 2015/16 in Devon led to an appeal being heard, with 60 in total being heard, one of the lowest rates of parents seeking to overturn decisions on where their child would attend school. Overall, 11.7% of these appeals were successful.For secondary offers, just 25 appeals were heard, 0.3% of admissions, with a fifth, five out of 25, successful.However, in...

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NDJJonny published Barnstaple Town v Shortwood United: Southern League preview

September 9, 2016, 1:47 am
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When and where Barnstaple are back in league action tomorrow (3pm) as Shortwood United visit Mill Road. The opponents A similar start to Barnstaple in that they find themselves mid-table in Evo-Stik League Southern Division One South and West with three wins and two defeats. Shortwood were promoted to the Southern League in 2012, finished eighth in their first season, seventh – and a point off the play-offs – a year later and 11th the following campaign. Last term they...

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NDJAndrew published Redruth v Barnstaple: National League Two South rugby preview

September 9, 2016, 1:48 am
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When and where Barnstaple play their first away game as a National League Two South side at Redruth tomorrow (3pm). As well as strong opposition on the pitch, they can expect a warm welcome from the Recreation Ground crowd, with the most vociferous gathering in the infamous Hellfire Corner. The opponents While Barnstaple are playing only their second National Two game, Redruth are in their sixth season in the division since relegation from National One. After taking sixth place in their...

Redruth v Barnstaple: National League Two South rugby preview

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North Devon Journal published Why you are at risk of contactless payment fraud months after...

September 9, 2016, 2:26 am
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Lost or stolen contactless cards are still being used fraudulently after they've been cancelled - sometimes months after their owners have reported them missing.MoneySavingExpert.com is warning people whose contactless cards have been lost or stolen that they may need to comb through months or years of statements to check for fraudulent transactions which may not have been flagged.The website said one user from Cheshire discovered his Halifax cards, which had been cancelled when they were stolen...

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NDJJoe commented New Bideford tourist attraction to offer educational course to...

September 9, 2016, 2:28 am
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YOUNGSTERS who struggle at school now have an opportunity to study on-board Bideford's newest tourist attraction.The SS Freshspring, a steam ship soon to be moored on Bideford Quay, will host a full time course in level two occupational studies for the workplace with a focus on maritime industries.This new free study programme is for 16-18 year-olds in Bideford who want to continue studying but do not want to stay at school.Students will help renovate the ageing vessel as well as gaining skills,...

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North Devon Journal published Ilfracombe man Ryan Earls accused of intimidation

September 9, 2016, 2:45 am
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The trial of a North Devon man who is accused of intimidation has been adjourned because of problems of witness availability.Ryan Earls was due to stand trial next week at Exeter Crown Court in relation to an incident in Ilfracombe in May this year.Earls, 22, of High Street, Ilfracombe, denies intimidation.Recorder Mr Andrew Maitland took the trial out of the list and ordered that a new date be fixed at a further hearing later this month.MORE NEWS: Ilfracombe man told former partner to 'watch...

Ilfracombe man Ryan Earls accused of intimidation

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North Devon Journal published ​Regional: One-year-old left blind after being shot in head

September 9, 2016, 2:52 am
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Parents of a toddler shot in the head with an air gun have learned their son is blind in one eye.Harry Studley, now 19 months old, is just weeks away from being let home from Bristol Children's Hospital after a miracle recovery following the tragic shooting.His dad Edward Studley said it was 'another stab wound to the heart' after doctors discovered this week the incident has left Harry blind in his left eye.They also say the pellet which struck him might never be removed.Ed spoke as new...

​Regional: One-year-old left blind after being shot in head

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North Devon Journal commented Anger after girls, 12 and 13, are ordered to remove rash vests at...

September 9, 2016, 3:24 am
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A MOTHER said she won't use a South West swimming pool after a lifeguard made two young girls remove the modesty vests they were wearing over the top of swimming costumes.Emily Rowe and Victoria Coton took their children swimming at Lux Park Leisure Centre in Liskeard.The girls, aged 12 and 13, were wearing rash vests over their swim suits - the long-sleeved tops are designed for swimming in during activities such as surfing and the girls wore them over their swimsuits 'to protect their...

Anger after girls, 12 and 13, are ordered to remove rash vests at...

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North Devon Journal published Croyde ​Beach users warned about metal posts emerging from the...

September 9, 2016, 3:58 am
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Visitors to one of North Devon's most popular beaches are being warned today, after metal posts began to emerge from the sand. Ranger Rose posted the above picture on Twitter, saying: "Take care at Croyde!"Three metal posts are emerging on the down end side of stream. Beach team are working on removal!" It is not yet clear as to the reasons behind the reason of the poles, but we have contacted Parkdean Estates, who run the beach, for comment. Take care at Croyde! 3 metal...

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North Devon Journal published ​Smoke affecting traffic on A361 North Devon Link Road

September 9, 2016, 4:09 am
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There are reports of smoke billowing across the North Devon Link Road this afternoon, which is said to be affecting traffic in both directions.The disruption is near Gornhay Cross, Tiverton, near the A396 turning.Vehicles are being urged to approach with care.Updates as we get them.Return to the Journal homepage or read more local news.Stay in touch with the latest business news headlines for North Devon, plus the weather, the latest traffic and travel news, and sport, entertainment and crime...

​Smoke affecting traffic on A361 North Devon Link Road

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North Devon Journal published Torrington woman who posed as travel agent stole £55,000 by...

September 9, 2016, 5:20 am
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A Torrington woman who fraudulently presented herself as a travel agent, stealing more than £55,000 from "selling" fictitious cruises, has appeared in court.Kay Hooper, 58, of Moreton Drive, Great Torrington, pleaded guilty to one charge of fraud by false representation at North Devon Magistrates' Court on September 9.The defendant was visibly nervous and upset as she spoke to confirm to magistrates she understood the charges and entered a guilty plea.Lyndsey Baker, for the...

Torrington woman who posed as travel agent stole £55,000 by...

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North Devon Journal published Judge shows mercy on £14K Ilfracombe benefit fraud...

September 9, 2016, 6:05 am
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A judge has shown mercy on a pensioner who overclaimed £14,000 in benefits because he was baffled by the system. Alan Parsons, 69, did not declare one of his bank accounts when he claimed pension credit but repaid all the money as soon as he learned of his mistake. He walked free from Exeter Crown Court with a conditional discharge after a judge told him he had 'got into a muddle' with his finances rather than intending any dishonesty. Mr Parsons, who lives in sheltered housing in High...

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North Devon Journal published South Molton firefighters tackle aggressive fire at Warren Hughes...

September 9, 2016, 6:11 am
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Firefighters from South Molton are currently tackling a fire which is ripping through a Devon business. Three engines from Tiverton, Cullompton and Witheridge were called to the blaze at Ormidale Square, Tiverton at 11.23am this morning. On arrival crews confirmed there were smoke and flames issuing from the Warren Hughes Furniture Makers building and requested the attendance of a further three engines. These were sent from Wellington, South Molton and Taunton. The Tour of Britain cycle event...

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North Devon Journal published Northam garage fire involved diesel, cooking oil and methanol

September 9, 2016, 6:57 am
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Firefighters from Bideford have been tackling a garage fire today.Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue were called to Windsor Road in Northam just before 2pm, where there were reports of smoke and flames issuing from a garage.Two fire engines from Bideford were called to the fire, which is said to have involved diesel, cooking oil and methanol. Crews set to work extinguishing and, at 2.30pm, were damping down the fire and mopping up the spillage.Crews are still on the scene, but the fire is...

Northam garage fire involved diesel, cooking oil and methanol

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