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Is North or South Devon better for family holidays?

North Devonian Joel Cooper took a trip down south to find out

As someone born and raised towards the top of our fair county, obviously I'm going to think North Devon is the best place in the entire world.

We have world class beaches, incredible restaurants, dozens of amazing ...

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May Bank Holiday opening times for McDonald's, KFC, Subway and Domino's

If you want to get your Big Mac or pizza fix this weekend, here's everything you need to know

Fast food fans wanting their fix this bank holiday Monday will be eager to know which branches are open.

Opening times at McDonald’s, KFC, Subway and Domino's vary from branch to ...

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May Bank Holiday opening times for McDonald's, KFC, Subway and Domino's

If you want to get your Big Mac or pizza fix this weekend, here's everything you need to know

Fast food fans wanting their fix this bank holiday Monday will be eager to know which branches are open.

Opening times at McDonald’s, KFC, Subway and Domino's vary from branch to ...

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13 things we've all done on a BIG night out in any Devon town

How do you score?

We all know Devon isn't exactly Ibiza when it comes to nightlife - but that doesn't mean we can't go out and have a blast with our friends at the weekend (or a Thirsty Thursday – we all know that person, don't we?).

There's plenty of good ...

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13 things we've all done on a BIG night out in any Devon town

How do you score?

We all know Devon isn't exactly Ibiza when it comes to nightlife - but that doesn't mean we can't go out and have a blast with our friends at the weekend (or a Thirsty Thursday – we all know that person, don't we?).

There's plenty of good ...

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May Bank Holiday opening times at B&Q, Halfords, Homesbase and Wickes

Planning on doing some DIY this weekend?

The Bank Holiday weekend is here and many DIY enthusiasts will be taking the opportunity to get all the tricky jobs done that they have been putting off.

But what happens if you run out of eggshell befplore the all-important final coat or that ...

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May Bank Holiday opening times at B&Q, Halfords, Homesbase and Wickes

Planning on doing some DIY this weekend?

The Bank Holiday weekend is here and many DIY enthusiasts will be taking the opportunity to get all the tricky jobs done that they have been putting off.

But what happens if you run out of eggshell befplore the all-important final coat or that ...

today 19:11 open_in_new
Bonfire spreads to house in North Devon as firefighters issue warning

"We don't want people putting themselves at risk in these situations"

Firefighters have issued a warning to anyone making bonfires over the Bank Holiday weekend after a house fire in North Devon this afternoon.

Two fire engines from Barnstaple were called to the blaze at Gubbins Lane ...

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Bonfire spreads to house in North Devon as firefighters issue warning

"We don't want people putting themselves at risk in these situations"

Firefighters have issued a warning to anyone making bonfires over the Bank Holiday weekend after a house fire in North Devon this afternoon.

Two fire engines from Barnstaple were called to the blaze at Gubbins Lane ...

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The Exeter pub going strong after 10 years - despite almost closing after 10 months

The Thatched House almost closed after Paul and Nataliya took it over - now it's winning awards

"I came down from Scotland with all these lovely ideas, but we very nearly failed. We were close to having to close down after 10 months."

As I sit in The Thatched House in ...

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The Exeter pub going strong after 10 years - despite almost closing after 10 months

The Thatched House almost closed after Paul and Nataliya took it over - now it's winning awards

"I came down from Scotland with all these lovely ideas, but we very nearly failed. We were close to having to close down after 10 months."

As I sit in The Thatched House in ...

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EU Election results prediction suggests Brexit Party will win half South West seats

Nigel Farage's MEPs are expected to get a clean sweep in some areas of the UK

Early predictions for the European elections suggest Nigel Farage’s Brexit Party will take all seats in some areas of the UK.

The prediction from Election Maps UK gives the Brexit Party 33 seats, with ...

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European elections 2019: When and how will the votes be counted?

Debunking the mysteries of proportional representation

British voters go to the polls next Thursday in European Parliament elections the government thought would never take place. With Brexit delayed for six months, until October 31, the UK must now elect 73 Members of the European ...

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European elections 2019: When and how will the votes be counted?

Debunking the mysteries of proportional representation

British voters go to the polls next Thursday in European Parliament elections the government thought would never take place. With Brexit delayed for six months, until October 31, the UK must now elect 73 Members of the European ...

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Shebbear pupils discover the hardships of Guatemalan youngsters

Pupils at Shebbear Community School enjoyed a visit from ex-pupil Rosalie Balfour, along with her husband Mark, who returned to the school to talk to the children about living and working the country

Shebbear pupils have discovered what it is like to live and work in ...

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Tiverton make-over aims to drive economic growth for town

Work began on the make-over of the Market Walk area in Tiverton earlier this year, and the final touches have now been added

The first phase of improvement work has been completed on time and within budget.

Work began on the make-over of the Market Walk area in Tiverton earlier this ...

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Tiverton make-over aims to drive economic growth for town

Work began on the make-over of the Market Walk area in Tiverton earlier this year, and the final touches have now been added

The first phase of improvement work has been completed on time and within budget.

Work began on the make-over of the Market Walk area in Tiverton earlier this ...

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What weather to expect for Bank Holiday Monday

But it's not al good news...

The sun will be making a welcome return on Bank Holiday Monday after the rain and gloom of Sunday.

But unfortunately, it may not be time to grab the shorts and sun cream just yet.

While there will be plenty of sunshine, there will also be scattered ...

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Bus firm's scathing response after complaint criticises wife's 'disgusting' driving

"In 20 years of operating, yours is the most daft email I have received"

The owner of a Devon minibus firm has posted his angry response to a driver who complained about the driver of one of his buses - unaware it was in fact his wife.

Matt Webber of Webber's Travel of Exmoor ...

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Bus firm's scathing response after complaint criticises wife's 'disgusting' driving

"In 20 years of operating, yours is the most daft email I have received"

The owner of a Devon minibus firm has posted his angry response to a driver who complained about the driver of one of his buses - unaware it was in fact his wife.

Matt Webber of Webber's Travel of Exmoor ...

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Live European election results for Devon as South West MEPs elected

We'll bring you the full breakdown for Exeter, Torbay, Teignbridge, South Hams and the rest of Devon

The votes are being counted in the EU Elections 2019, with Nigel Farage's Brexit Party expected to deliver a further blow to the Conservative Party in the wake of Theresa May's ...

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