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The Latest Breaking News from Devon

Police ‘considering other possibilities’ in murder probe over death of woman, 22

Devon and Cornwall Police said they were contacted on Wednesday regarding an initial report of an incident involving a pedestrian on the A379.

Evening Standard

Devon residents without water to receive £200 compensation, says MP

South West Water said around 9,500 properties in the Torquay area were still affected after a pipe burst on Monday.

Evening Standard

‘An epic expanse of golden sand’: the sweeping appeal of North Devon

It’s long been a magnet for surfers, but will this coast’s relaxed vibe and huge beaches persuade a lifelong Cornwall lover to switch allegiance?

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Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic ‘forever chemicals’ into drinking water

Bases in Norfolk, Devon and Hampshire face MoD investigation over possible leaching of dangerous PFAS into environment

The Guardian - UK

Sheep rustlers turn beautiful UK national park into ‘Wild West’

As more than 1,000 reported sheep thefts are investigated, Devon and Cornwall Police suspect farming industry insiders are involved

The Independent UK

UK weather: Heavy rain threatens Easter bank holiday washout after Met Office warning for downpours

Although yellow warnings have been lifted for most of the UK, more rain is on the way for parts of the country in the coming days

The Independent UK

Flood warning issued for Devon after night of heavy rain

The Environment Agency issued the warning for the lower River Torridge, from Dolton to Bideford, including Taddiport and Weare Giffard.

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Poppy Okotcha: ‘Plants taught me about myself’

In her verdant garden in Devon, the model turned gardener talks about decay, family roots and living a wilder life

The Guardian - UK

Full list of all the Post Office branches set to be offloaded – including in Scotland

The Post Office is offloading 108 crown branches, which are currently directly owned and run by the company. Here is the full list of sites affected.

The National (Scotland)

Horror norovirus outbreak at Devon hotel forces guests to self-isolate

The Abbey Lawn Hotel confirmed that 28 people reported symptoms of the illness

Evening Standard

Devon theme park announces sudden closure less than two months after opening

Financial reasons were cited as the reason behind the shock closure

The Independent UK

Pennon costs surge to £36m after South West Water parasite outbreak in Devon

The outbreak in May last year left some people in hospital and hundreds ill after contamination of the water supply in Brixham.

Evening Standard

Why this ‘one in a billion’ egg from Devon sold for £420 at auction

The rare discovery has raised hundreds of pounds for charity

The Independent UK

Pioneering Devon food forest garden at risk after landowner serves notice

Thousands sign petition to save ‘vital’ Dartington Estate project that teaches agroforestry methods

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Evening Standard

Santander: Full list of 95 branches set to close

High street banking firm Santander has said it will shut 95 branches in a major overhaul of its operations.

Evening Standard

Santander reveals location of all 95 branches to be closed

Almost a quarter of its network will shut this summer

The Guardian - UK

National Trust creates living gene bank of endangered native black poplar

Cuttings of tree captured by John Constable being planted on restored Devon floodplain

Evening Standard

Drones used to sow tree seeds in scheme to restore lost South West rainforests

The scheme is part of efforts to triple Atlantic temperate rainforest in Devon and Cornwall by mid century.

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The Independent UK

Britain’s rarest native tree takes root at Killerton

The National Trust is creating a ‘living library’ gene bank of trees in east Devon to help protect the black poplar.

Evening Standard

Innes FitzGerald: Precociously talented 18-year-old prepares for British debut at European Indoors

Devon runner did not realise her gift until after lockdown. Now she has smashed a European record and is raising environmental awareness

The Guardian - UK

The devil waits at every crossroads: a walk between darkness and light on Dartmoor

The new 38-mile Archangel’s Way, a pilgrimage route in a rugged corner of Devon, straddles Christendom and ancient pagan sites

The Independent UK

Couple facing Brexit ‘heartache’ use loophole to kick-start future together

Nathaniel Bacchus, 25, from Devon and Karin Kohlmetz, a 26-year-old from Denmark met online in May 2022

Evening Standard

Royal Navy tugboat crews to walk out in contract dispute

Unite said 300 of its members at Devonport, Portsmouth, Faslane, Great Harbour Greenock and Kyle of Lochalsh will take industrial action in March.

The Independent UK

Water boss admits ‘devastating’ impact of parasite outbreak while pay rises

Pennon’s chief executive Susan Davy said her base salary was rising from £494,000 to £511,000 this year.

The Guardian - UK

‘World-class talent’: how Tyler Dibling rose to be a shining light in Saints’ gloom

Teenager and people key to his ascent reflect on a journey that began in Devon and takes him to former club Chelsea this week

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