The Latest Breaking News from Devon

Murder investigation launched into death of former Tory minister Ann Widdecombe

POLICE are investigating the death of former MP and minister Ann Widdecombe.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 10

Woman arrested on suspicion of murder after body found in search for missing teenager Taylor Charlton

His mother Zoe said she was ‘absolutely desperate’ for him to come home.

The Independent UK · Jul 2

‘Riot of colour’: Gillian Ayres show in Devon just the tonic for gloomy times

Plymouth retrospective of artist, who died in 2018, aims to ‘champion and celebrate the power of the imagination’

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2

Water Parasite Outbreak Leaves 140 Ill in UK, While Boss Gets £270,000 Bonus Amid Cryptosporidium Crisis

Over 140 people fell ill due to contaminated water in Devon. Despite the crisis, the former CEO of South West Water received a £270,000 bonus, sparking public outrage.

International Business Times UK · Jun 22

William encounters pig called Ginger Spice on farm visit in Devon

The prince toured the Apricot Centre near Totnes which works to both regenerate the land and foster wellbeing.

Evening Standard · Jun 18

‘A beautiful display of love’: company launches DIY funeral shroud cover kit

Founder of Bellacouche in Devon says personalised covers tap into growing interest in alternatives to traditional funerals

The Guardian - UK · Jun 14

From Florence to Crete: 11 European hotels among the world’s best new stays

From restored palaces in Rome and Bucharest to countryside retreats in Devon and Crete, travel magazine Afar has unveiled its annual ranking of the world's best new and revamped hotels - with 11 standout properties in Europe making the cut.

Euronews · Jun 12

Farmer ‘mind-boggled’ after border collie dog rounding up sheep reported to RSPCA

Tom Trueman from Devon said the report was a ‘waste of time’

The Independent UK · Jun 12

South West Water owner admits firm must ‘learn lessons’ from parasite outbreak

Residents and businesses were left without water after cryptosporidium contamination in its water supply

The Independent UK · Jun 10

Bill Jordan obituary

Other lives: Social worker and lecturer on social policy

The Guardian - UK · Jun 8