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North Devon Journal published Firefighters face eight fires in two hours on same road as sparks...

September 28, 2015, 2:23 am
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NORTH Devon firefighters joined in as emergency services dealt with eight separate fires in two hours in the same street last night, after a power surge caused sparks to fly from televisions and laptops.Crews went to Carew Road, Tiverton between 7pm and 9pm where more than 100 residents were left without power.The worst of the blazes, started in a freezer, almost destroyed a kitchen.A fire crew from Witheridge joined those from Bampton, Cullompton and two from Tiverton, first called out to a...

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NDJAndrew published North Devon League round-up: Marc Bettiss scores six in...

September 28, 2015, 4:27 am
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MARC Bettiss scored six goals as Brayford Cup holders Torridgeside cruised into the second round.Bettiss, who has already netted 14 goals in seven North Devon League Premier Division games, got the double hat-trick in an 11-0 win over Appledore at Donnacroft.Kyle Paine hit three and the other goals came from George Nancekivell and Harry Taffs.Torridgeside's opponents in the quarter-finals will be Bradworthy who won 5-1 at Fremington with goals from Mike Sampson, Tudor Placinta, Gary Clarke, Lee...

North Devon League round-up: Marc Bettiss scores six in...

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NDJAndrew published Surfing recommended for Tokyo 2020 Olympics

September 28, 2015, 4:44 am
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SURFING has been recommended for inclusion in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.Also in contention are skateboarding, baseball/softball, sport climbing and karate.The International Olympic Committee will decide next August which should be included in the Games.Bowling, squash and wushu were the sports to miss out from the original shortlist.A statement from the Tokyo 2020 organising committee said: "This package of events represents both traditional and emerging, youth-focused events, all of which...

Surfing recommended for Tokyo 2020 Olympics

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North Devon Journal published WATCH motorist sets fire to petrol station trying to kill spider...

September 28, 2015, 4:58 am
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VIDEO shows an arachnophobic motorist pour petrol over a spider that is crawling on his car in a petrol station – and try to light it on fire. The Michigan man's sorry mistake was captured on CCTV. The man, who asked not to be named, later admitted to staff that he was scared of spiders. Security cameras at the Mobil Gas Station at Van Dyke and 10 Mile in Center Line, Michigan, caught the incident on camera. A member of the petrol station's staff described the incident as...

WATCH motorist sets fire to petrol station trying to kill spider...

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North Devon Journal published Man to face charges of raping boy after broken leg caused trial...

September 28, 2015, 5:11 am
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North Devon Journal published North Devon man jailed for stabbing punter at Dolphin Pub

September 28, 2015, 5:31 am
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A PUB customer has been jailed for stabbing a man in the neck before he was badly beaten up himself.Nicholas Hone, 35, of King Street, Combe Martin, admitted wounding with intent and having a knife in a public place.Exeter Crown Court heard Hone went home to get a knife which he hid on himself before he confronted his 24-year-old victim at the Dolphin Pub in Combe Martin one night in February in front of other people.The judge said Hone used the knife to slash and cut around the victim's throat,...

North Devon man jailed for stabbing punter at Dolphin Pub

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NDJJournal2 published ​Rod Stewart announces gig in Devon

September 28, 2015, 5:49 am
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Wake up Devon, we think we've got something to say to you - Rod Stewart is bringing his UK tour to Plymouth's Home Park next year.He returns to the stadium, having previously played Plymouth Argyle FC's home ground in 2009 – on a rainy, sold out night. He will stride out again on Tuesday, June 7, 2016.Only eight stadia in England, Wales and Rod's native Scotland are being visited by the man whose career has stretched over five decades.Though the concert is at the end of the football...

​Rod Stewart announces gig in Devon

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North Devon Journal published Burglar who raided family home has sentence delayed to produce...

September 28, 2015, 5:49 am
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NDJJoe published A361 Link Road closed tonight and diverted until January

September 28, 2015, 5:58 am
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THE A361 Link Road will be closed in both directions tonight from 7pm until 6am tomorrow.From today traffic heading east on the link road toward the M5 motorway will be diverted until January next year and speed restrictions are expected.Drivers travelling east along the A361 are being diverted from the Newtown Roundabout and re-join the road at Bolham near Tiverton.Work is being done over the next four months to replace a failed joint on the River Exe Viaduct near Tiverton.Tonight's closure...

A361 Link Road closed tonight and diverted until January

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North Devon Journal published Appeal as missing Barnstaple woman's family "very worried&qu...

September 28, 2015, 6:14 am
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A MISSING person appeal has been put out for 25-year-old Barnstaple woman, who may be living in a tentGeorgina Howen's family were said to be "very worried" about her and police have concerns for her welfare, according to a police spokesman. She was believed to be somewhere in the town.The last time she was seen was September 20, 2015. Georgina is of thin build and 5"3, with shoulder length brown hair and it is quite possible she is living in a tent.The website missingpeople.org...

Appeal as missing Barnstaple woman's family "very worried&qu...

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NDJJournal2 published Theatre Royal Plymouth open day lets you behind the scenes on...

September 29, 2015, 1:55 am
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The Theatre Royal is giving curious customers a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes this Sunday. As well as guided tours, there will be a chance to see how sets are designed and built, as well as demonstrations of how the lighting and sound works. There will be the rare opportunity to try on costumes and the chance to learn how to apply special effect make-up. Workshops taking place throughout the day range from dance and drama for young people and adults, to puppet making for under...

Theatre Royal Plymouth open day lets you behind the scenes on...

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North Devon Journal published ​Angry passengers stop train and walk on track in reckless and...

September 29, 2015, 2:50 am
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NETWORK Rail described "a very rare and very serious incident" where hundreds of angry rail passengers stopped a train and got off before walking along the track.The emergency stop cord was pulled on the 2.35pm First Great Western service from Avonmouth to Bristol Temple Meads.On Saturday scores of reckless passengers risked their lives after hearing the train would not stop at Redland station on Saturday. Network Rail told them the station was too busy to stop at.Angry at this change...

​Angry passengers stop train and walk on track in reckless and...

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NDJFayeG published North Devon takes part in Macmillan Cancer support's world's...

September 29, 2015, 3:01 am
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TEENAGERS Ruby Bennett and Olivia Vanstone held a Macmillan coffee morning in their home village of Woolsery on Saturday (September 26) and raised £310.The Bideford College pupils said they would like to send a big thank you to everyone who supported their event.THE Craft 'n' Chat Coffee morning on Friday (September 25) in the Kingsley Hall, Westward Ho! raised more than £250 for Macmillan.Organisers Terry Thorpe and Ginette Berry, said: "Lots of people donated cakes and about...

North Devon takes part in Macmillan Cancer support's world's...

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NDJJoe published Thousands enjoy South Molton Carnival

September 29, 2015, 3:09 am
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THOUSANDS of people packed out the streets of South Molton this weekend for the town's annual carnival.The procession started at 6pm and wound its way through the town toward the square.At the head of the carnival were two finely groomed horses and riders followed by the mayor, David Goodman, and his wife in a Rolls Royce.The mayor was followed by carnival queen Neve Evans and her attendants Jessica Battig and Callum Triggs.South Molton's Olde English Fayre Queen and Bideford's Carnival Queen...

Thousands enjoy South Molton Carnival

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North Devon Journal published Neglected ponies seized from dangerous area re-homed

September 29, 2015, 3:20 am
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More than 20 foals and ponies have been moved to a safe sanctuary after being rescued from dangerous land.The animals were seized by Trading Standards officers acting on a order from Exeter Crown Court.Owner Leslie Weatherill, 74, was convicted by Exeter magistrates Court for Animal Welfare and Horse Passport offences in April 2015 and received a suspended 12 month jail sentence.The court had heard how Mr Weatherill kept his ponies on an area of scrub and woodland at Timridge Brake,...

Neglected ponies seized from dangerous area re-homed

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NDJFran published Hundreds of entries submitted for North Devon lorry competition

September 29, 2015, 3:27 am
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HUNDREDS of entries have already been submitted for a competition to find four stunning photos of North Devon. The North Devon Marketing Bureau, in conjunction with Evans Transport, the Journal and the Western Morning News is looking for four photos to replicate on the side of lorries being provided by Evans Transport. They will act as a travelling advert for the region and will carry the slogan "I'd Rather Be In North Devon". There is already one lorry on the road bearing a stunning photo of...

Hundreds of entries submitted for North Devon lorry competition

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NDJFran published Barnstaple PCSO's painting presented to Chivenor squadron to mark...

September 29, 2015, 3:31 am
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A PAINTING done by a Barnstaple PCSO has been presented to Chivenor's 22 Squadron in recognition of the work they have done in the region over the years. Hannah Denton was asked to paint something for the crew by her superintendent after he saw a picture she had painted for an officer who had left the force. "We decided it would be nice to have something that represented the joint work between the police and the Sea King," said Hannah. "The crew have assisted police over the years by helping...

Barnstaple PCSO's painting presented to Chivenor squadron to mark...

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North Devon Journal published Teenager on trial for murder had history of wanting to kill women...

September 29, 2015, 3:33 am
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A TEENAGER on trial for murdering an 18-year-old had a history of wanting to kill women to have sex with them, a court has heard. Melissa Mathiesen was strangled and mentally impaired Jason Conroy is on trial accused of her murder. Conroy was diagnosed with recognised mental health problems from an early age. Not only did he admit trying to kill his mother in order to have sex with her, he tried to do the same thing with a teacher at a special school, Bristol Crown Court heard. It is claimed...

Teenager on trial for murder had history of wanting to kill women...

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North Devon Journal published Skunk on the loose in Devon

September 29, 2015, 3:50 am
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A SKUNK named Bella has gone missing in Devon.Bella was last spotted behind Tesco Express in Crediton .A veterinary clinic in the town is asking for anyone who has spotted the skunk to contact them on 01363 772860.

Skunk on the loose in Devon

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North Devon Journal published Man sentenced after sending teenager a picture of his penis

September 29, 2015, 3:52 am
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A MAN who sent an image of his penis to a schoolgirl has avoided jail.Nicholas Collins, 46, sent a 14-year-girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons, a series of sexualised messages on his phone including one saying "do you want to see my big?"The teenager replied: "My big what?" and the defendant replied "my dick".The shocked girl answered saying "I assume this is one big joke" and Collins said "yes, but I do like you".She told a school...

Man sentenced after sending teenager a picture of his penis

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