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North Devon Journal published 'Hero' from Devon died trying to stop suicide...
A DEVON man fell 14 stories from a Hawaiian building after his heroic attempt to stop a 19-year-old from committing suicide. Thomas Bennett was in Honolulu when the tragic accident occurred. The...
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NDJJosephW published PICTURES released of church silverware stolen from safe...
POLICE have released images of the silverware that was stolen from Pip and Jim's church in Ilfracombe on Sunday.And close-up photographs show how the thieves ripped open the safe the silverware was in...
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North Devon Journal published Mobile phone could be banned from classrooms...
Schoolchildren could be banned from using mobile phones in class following a Government investigation.Schools Minister Nick Gibb announced that the Department for Education was launching an inquiry on...
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NDJJosephW published ​Torrington man suffers serious internal injuries in...
POLICE have begun an investigation after a man was airlifted to hospital following a two-vehicle collision near Hatherleigh on Friday.Officers are appealing for witnesses to the crash between a yellow...
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NDJJoe published Dogs Trust appeals for volunteers
THE DOGS trust is appealing to the area's dog lovers for new volunteers.On Wednesday, September 23, the Dogs Trust are holding a meeting at 5.30pm for all those with some spare time and a love for...
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NDJAndrew published Walker Cup hero Jimmy Mullen confirms he will turn...
JIMMY Mullen has confirmed he will turn professional after his success in the Walker Cup.Mullen was the Great Britain and Ireland team's man of the match in a record-breaking victory over the United...
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NDJJosephW published ​North Devon woman's horror as panicked horse put down...
A HORSE enthusiast endured an "horrific" afternoon on Saturday when a rescue horse she was towing on the M5 panicked and tried to smash its way out of its box before being put down. Amy Cooper, who...
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North Devon Journal commented Boy 12, critically injured in freak accident at...
A 12-year-old boy was left critically injured in a freak accident on Saturday in a Devon & Exeter Football League match.The youngster, named locally only as Oliver, was flown to the Royal Devon...
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NDJJosephW published Why North Devon tap water is tasting "mouldy"...
SOUTH West Water has explained how tap water in North Devon came to taste earthy or musty, and what the company is doing to sort it out.For more than two weeks, there has been a steady trickle of...
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NDJJosephW published LIVE flooding and traffic updates for North Devon as...
A NUMBER of reports of flooding, surface water, fallen trees and crashes are coming in from various parts of North Devon – here they all are.On the A361 Ilfracombe Road, near Trimstone, a fallen tree...
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North Devon Journal published 'I wanted to help my dying mother end her life'...
A RETIRED teacher has revealed that he was tempted to help his 94-year-old mother end her own life after she suffered a stroke.Former district nurse Kay Irish had signed a document stating she should...
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North Devon Journal published Devon couple, Ted and Paul, celebrate 55 years...
A DEVON couple, believed to be Britain's longest gay union are celebrating their 55th anniversary and say they are "just as happy" as the day they first met.Ted Spring, 78, and Paul Pollard, 77, made...
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NDJJosephW published Bargain Hunt and Barnstaple's Tim Wonnacott suspended...
NORTH DEVON born and bred Bargain Hunt presenter Tim Wonnacott has reportedly been suspended from his role fronting the popular daytime antiques show. The 62-year-old is unlikely to get his job back...
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NDJFran published VIDEO: Annual fair proclamation takes place in Barnstaple
THE longstanding annual proclamation of Barnstaple Fair took place last Wednesday in usual fashion. Dignitaries from across the region, including Barnstaple mayor councillor Val Elkins and her husband...
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NDJJoe published Meet The Landlord: Poltimore Inn
A PET friendly pub is going all out to offer something new to food fans.The Poltimore Inn, North Molton, was taken on by businessman Alan Boddington three years ago. Now food is the pub's priority.The...
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NDJFran published Bideford woman killed in A39 crash posthumously awarded for...
A WOMAN who died after a car crash last year saved five people's lives by being an organ donor.Linda Horrell was 49 when she died on October 7, 2014, following a crash on the A39.This month Linda,...
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North Devon Journal published Traffic wardens target cars in parking bays...
TENSIONS between motorists and parking wardens are set to hit a new high on one Devon street after drivers were told they can no longer park in purpose-built bays.A new order enforced by Plymouth City...
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NDJSport published Record entry for Jesus Surf Classic at Croyde
THE biggest entry in the competition's history ensured every division was packed for the 23rd Jesus Surf Classic at Croyde.More than 140 entrants took to the water in 62 heats over two days, aiming for...
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NDJFran commented NHS Trust staff in North Devon support National Transplant...
STAFF from the Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust have been encouraging people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register.The Journal Yes I Donate campaign, which launched last week, has also been...
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NDJJoe published Videos: New home grown street art in Bideford
A BIDEFORD artist has had the chance to leave her mark on the town she grew up in. Melanie Saggs has used the skills she learnt from studying in Devon to create a series of murals in the Bideford area....
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