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NDJSport published North Devon angling: Sea anglers earn their spurs

January 26, 2017, 10:30 pm
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SPURDOG are the target species for North Devon's dedicated sea anglers, with many hours invested. Dan Miles Redmore landed a fine brace weighing 13lb 4oz and 12lb 5oz, while Jon Patten caught a fine specimen of 14lb. These members of the shark family appear to have filled the niche vacated by cod, which were once the main target for winter sea anglers in North Devon. A wire trace is essential to ensure the sharp-toothed fish do not sever the hook length. Top baits for spurdog are...

North Devon angling: Sea anglers earn their spurs

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NDJJonny published Bideford v Didcot Town: Southern League match preview

January 27, 2017, 12:30 am
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When and where Bideford are on home turf tomorrow in Division One South and West as they welcome Didcot Town to the Sports Ground (3pm). The opponents Didcot in FA Cup action against Exeter City Three places and three points behind the Robins, Didcot find themselves in 13th after 26 games. Didcot, who won the FA Vase in 2005, were relegated from the Premier Division in 2011 and have remained in Division One ever since. They had a poor start to the season but have picked up of...

Bideford v Didcot Town: Southern League match preview

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NDJJonny published Bishop's Cleeve v Barnstaple Town: Southern League match preview

January 27, 2017, 12:40 am
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When and where? Barnstaple are on the road tomorrow in Division One South and West as they head to Bishop's Cleeve (3pm). The opponents The Mitres have been in Division One South and West since 2008 – after being moved laterally from Division One Midlands. They have survived relegation by the skin of their teeth on more than one occasion. In 2014-15 they finished 21st but Sholing resigned and Clevedon Town failed a ground grading. The same thing happened in 2012-13 when they...

Bishop's Cleeve v Barnstaple Town: Southern League match preview

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NDJLaura published Health and social care job opportunities at Barnstaple Job Centre...

January 27, 2017, 12:49 am
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A jobs fair focusing on health and social care is being held in Barnstaple by Jobcentre Plus to provide opportunities for the region's job-seekers.The fair is being held at Green Lanes shopping centre, between 10am and 3pm today, and will offer information on apprenticeships and jobs in the health and social care sector.However, other sectors offering apprenticeship opportunities in North Devon, are construction and security with further recruitment events set to take place in February.This...

Health and social care job opportunities at Barnstaple Job Centre...

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North Devon Journal published North Devon Gang Show organisers confirm the show will definitely...

January 27, 2017, 12:58 am
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Organisers of the North Devon Gang Show have confirmed the event WILL go ahead during the February half term, despite the closure of the Queens Theatre where the show had been due to be staged next month. Earlier this week the Journal reported how members of the Gang Show were devastated by the closure after North Devon Theatres Trust went into administration. However, although an alternative venue is still to be confirmed, the Gang Show has announced that it's planned performance will...

North Devon Gang Show organisers confirm the show will definitely...

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NDJAndrew published Barnstaple v Redingensians: National League Two South rugby match...

January 27, 2017, 1:30 am
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When and whereBarnstaple are back at Pottington Road for their 11th home game of the season tomorrow when Redingensians visit for a 2pm kick-off.The opponents An inconsistent season has left Redingensians in ninth place in National League Two South. Like Barnstaple, they won only one of their first five matches but surged up the table with a six-game unbeaten run. Since then, however, the Rams have won just twice in eight outings. They finished eighth last season, having gained promotion as...

Barnstaple v Redingensians: National League Two South rugby match...

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NDJJoe published Bideford honours boxing hero Tommy Langford - boxer presented...

January 27, 2017, 1:37 am
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NORTH Devon boxer Tommy Langford has been honoured by his home town for his achievements in boxing and for being "a great ambassador". Bideford Town Council last night bestowed one of its highest honours on the British and Commonwealth middleweight champ, the Town Shield. Councillors voted unanimously to bestow the honour on Tommy and at a meeting at Bideford Town hall last night presented him with it. Bideford mayor David Howell said the town owes Tommy "a great...

Bideford honours boxing hero Tommy Langford - boxer presented...

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NDJNicole published Barnstaple parade for North Devon Theatres tomorrow

January 27, 2017, 2:29 am
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A COLOURFUL parade will take place in Barnstaple tomorrow for people to pledge their support for North Devon Theatres.Sarah Cadogan-Wright is organising a parade in Barnstaple from noon tomorrow.The event is being put on for people to show their support for the two North Devon Theatres after news broke this week that the Trust which owns them entered administration. Celebrities including Jenny Eclair and Bill Bailey have been taking to social media to show their support for The Queen's Theatre...

Barnstaple parade for North Devon Theatres tomorrow

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North Devon Journal published Plough Arts Centre showcases local bands including Skata Tones...

January 27, 2017, 4:31 am
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EXPECT a showcase of local talent in Torrington this weekend, when the Plough Arts Centre opens its doors to some of North Devon's brightest musical acts.North Devon has had a hot music scene for years, and 2017 looks to be no different with some old favourites remaining strong on the scene, and other bands coming through the ranks.The Plough's gig promises to show off a handful of those bands, with genres ranging from punk, to ska, via Britrock.Here's who you can expect to see this Friday...

Plough Arts Centre showcases local bands including Skata Tones...

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North Devon Journal published Craig Charles DJing in Barnstaple this weekend is one of eight...

January 27, 2017, 4:39 am
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Popular Coronation Street and Red Dwarf actor Craig Charles is swapping the Manchester cobbles for the North Devon dance floor this week, when he DJs in Barnstaple.He's one of eight awesome things going on in and our area, including several local pantos, a school production of Billy Elliot and other gigs.There's also a showcase of local bands on in Torrington on Friday night, featuring the Skata Tones, Littermouth, The Rivals and more.Billy Elliot:IN keeping with its tradition of supporting and...

Craig Charles DJing in Barnstaple this weekend is one of eight...

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North Devon Journal published WATCH: Barnstaple's resisdents and shop owners speak out about...

January 27, 2017, 4:48 am
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We took to the streets of Barnstaple to ask residents and shop owners why North Devon Theatres must be saved.Here's what they said:Combe Martin resident explains her long love of going the theatre and how devastated she is that the have closed down. Simon Lockyer, who has been going to the theatre since he was young, hopes that the theatres will be saved. Mrs Smudgers Kitchen are in on the #SaveNDTheatres Barnstaple resident Richard believes if the closure of the Theatres are permanent, a...

WATCH: Barnstaple's resisdents and shop owners speak out about...

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NDJNicole commented Questions raised about North Devon Theatres' meeting at Cedars...

January 27, 2017, 4:58 am
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QUESTIONS are being asked as to why an important meeting about the closure of North Devon Theatres has been held in a location which can only accommodate 50 people.The Journal received a statement from Helen Cooper on behalf of the Save North Devon Theatres' Campaign group.Helen, who set up the Save North Devon Theatres Facebook page, has issued the following comments in response to North Devon Council.News broke earlier this week that the North Devon Theatres' Trust went into administration. An...

Questions raised about North Devon Theatres' meeting at Cedars...

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North Devon Journal published WANTED: Hunky North Devon men to get their kit off!

January 27, 2017, 5:49 am
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HUNKY men are being called upon in Devon amid claims the county is suffering from a chronic shortage... of male strippers.The shortage of handsome men willing to get their kit off is affecting hen parties, which are reportedly missing out on naked butlers - and artists who require life models.An agency has put out a desperate appeal to find willing males to plug the gap - who have the right body and personality to operate in the buff. Former actor and performer, Tristan Mills, who runs Adonis...

WANTED: Hunky North Devon men to get their kit off!

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NDJJoe published Ilfracombe and Lundy star alongside Robson Green in new ITV show...

January 27, 2017, 5:56 am
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NORTH Devon will star in a new series from Robson Green set to air next week.Tales From The Coast With Robson Green will be on ITV at 8pm on Tuesday.In the show's first episode Robson visits parts of North Devon he remembers from his childhood.Last year we were inundated with Robson Green sightings in the Ilfracombe area so you can expect the town and particularly Tunnels Beach to feature heavily.Robson said: "There are parts of North Devon that make you feel like you're stepping back in...

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North Devon Journal published North Devon Journal signs up for the new 'Pitch in a Pound' event

January 27, 2017, 5:57 am
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The North Devon Journal are the latest business to sign up for North Devon Hospice's new 'Pitch in a Pound' event, where on February 10, people across the area will be undertaking a day of fundraising activities to donate £1 to the charity.Local companies, schools and community groups are signing up to take part, with the sole aim of helping to raise as much as possible for North Devon Hospice in a single day.The event is sponsored by local company Applegate, who are covering the cost of...

North Devon Journal signs up for the new 'Pitch in a Pound' event

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North Devon Journal published Barnstaple builder Peter Ralph facing jail for 'sex education...

January 27, 2017, 5:57 am
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A Wild West enthusiast has been warned to expect a jail sentence after being found guilty of abusing three children while pretending to give them sex education lessons.Peter Ralph abused children over a period spanning two decades and he hid his predatory activity by telling his victims he was teaching them about the human body.He sexually assaulted two girls at houses in Barnstaple during the 1980s and 2000s, when he also molested a boy in a caravan at a cowboy festival.Retired builder Ralph,...

Barnstaple builder Peter Ralph facing jail for 'sex education...

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NDJLauren published Drunk man Nicolas Cusden headbutted partner as she checked on...

January 27, 2017, 6:36 am
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A man who drank 12 pints of beer and assaulted his partner in a busy Barnstaple street has been sentenced at North Devon Magistrates' Court. Nicholas Charles Cusden, 39, of Whiddon Valley, Barnstaple, appeared at North Devon Magistrates' Court on Friday, January 27, for sentencing. He previously pleaded guilty to one count of assault at Exeter Magistrates' Court on Monday, January 23. Giles Rowden, for the prosecution, said on January 20 Cusden became aggressive on the street in Barnstaple...

Drunk man Nicolas Cusden headbutted partner as she checked on...

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NDJLauren published Barnstaple mother punished for son's 147 unathorised school...

January 27, 2017, 7:10 am
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A Barnstaple mother has been punished after her son racked up 147 unauthorised absences from school with his attendance dropping to just 35%. Donna Lisle, 36, of Sherratts Oak, Barnstaple, pleaded guilty to failing to ensure her child was attending school regularly between February 2016 and November 2016, when she appeared at North Devon Magistrates' Court on Friday, January 27. Prosecuting on behalf of Devon County Council, Ms Prout explained to the magistrates that Lisle's son's attendance...

Barnstaple mother punished for son's 147 unathorised school...

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NDJLauren published Barnstaple man Stephen Lucas appears in court accused of...

January 27, 2017, 8:56 am
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A Barnstaple man has appeared in court accused of resisting a police officer. Stephen John Lucas, 51, from Challacombe, pleaded not guilty to resisting or wilfully obstructing PC Simon Willan in Barnstaple, when he appeared at North Devon Magistrates' Court on Friday, January 27. The case was adjourned until February 27 for trial at North Devon Magistrates' Court at 2pm. He was released on unconditional bail. MORE NEWS: Ilfracombe drink-driver 'just over the limit' banned from the road A...

Barnstaple man Stephen Lucas appears in court accused of...

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NDJLauren published Ryan Lewis, 20, pleads not guilty to £70 theft and driving...

January 27, 2017, 9:13 am
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A 20-year-old man has appeared at North Devon Magistrates' Court charged with four offences. Ryan Mitchell Lewis, 20, from Minehead, appeared at North Devon Magistrates' Court on Friday, January 27. He entered a not guilty plea to four offences. On September 30 it is alleged Lewis drove a Renault Clio in Woolacombe while disqualified from driving and without insurance. Lewis is accused of stealing £50 cash from a meter or automatic machine at Woolacombe Sands Holiday Park on...

Ryan Lewis, 20, pleads not guilty to £70 theft and driving...

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