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News and updates from the county of Devon, UK - we originally started this service on "the bird app" in 2012 and now here on Bluesky
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'Ten out of ten drunk' boyfriend launched shameful attack on partner

#Devon
Boyfriend 'ten out of ten drunk' when he launched horror attack
Abusive Frederick Walls threatened to kill woman's dog before savage assault
www.devonlive.com
September 17, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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New traffic measures after gas works disruption

#Devon #BBCNews
New measures in place after roadworks disruption in Torbay
Highways engineers visit the site and instruct contractors to make changes.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 17, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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Shocking state of Devon primary school after thugs break-in

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Shocking state of Devon primary school after thugs break-in
Phallic and expletive graffiti is plastered over the school
www.devonlive.com
September 17, 2026 at 1:24 PM
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Police smash Exeter drugs den used as supply warehouse

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Police smash Exeter drugs den used as supply HQ
Edvin Selimaj would like to go back to Albania
www.devonlive.com
September 17, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Police update after 'attempted murder' in Exeter

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Police update after 'attempted murder' in Exeter
Three people were arrested after a 'disturbance'
www.devonlive.com
September 17, 2026 at 9:24 AM
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'We caught a family hiding plastic in their bread'

#Devon #BBCNews
Dine and dashers hiding plastic in food, and not paying bills
Pubs and restaurants describe how they have been targeted by customers trying to avoid paying.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 17, 2026 at 5:39 AM
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Man extradited to Greece facing murder charge caught on roof in Devon

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Man extradited to Greece facing murder charge caught on roof in Devon
Saba Tangu had already been kicked out of the country once
www.devonlive.com
September 16, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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Martin Lewis' MSE explains who can avoid paying £180 TV Licence fee

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Martin Lewis' MSE explains who can avoid paying £180 TV Licence fee
Martin Lewis' MSE team recently shared a reminder online for people to check if they could save
www.devonlive.com
September 16, 2026 at 1:39 PM
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'I tried every new Greggs item and one I thought I'd hate left me hooked'

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'I tried every new Greggs item and one I thought I'd hate left me hooked'
Kai Fleet spent £23 on one Greggs order to try the new menu on the day it dropped
www.devonlive.com
September 16, 2026 at 11:24 AM
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Village votes for 'independence' from UK over asylum seeker plans

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Village votes for 'independence' from UK over asylum seeker plans
Residents of Piddington have voted for independence from the UK after the Government announced plans to house 1,256 male asylum seekers at a nearby former military base [National news]
www.devonlive.com
September 16, 2026 at 9:24 AM
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Lawyer warns anyone with side-hustle 'you're running a business'

#Devon
Lawyer warns anyone with side-hustle 'you're running a business'
If you are selling goods or services with the intention of making a profit you are automatically considered to be a sole trader
www.devonlive.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:24 AM
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Threat to North Devon's rare UNESCO status over 850-acre data centre

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Threat to North Devon's rare status over 850-acre data centre
World-leading environmental organisation confirms prospective data centre in North Devon Biosphere would weigh on decision to maintain the designation
www.devonlive.com
September 16, 2026 at 5:10 AM
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'I've had someone drag me across the shop counter'

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Shoplifting: 'I've had someone drag me across the counter'
Andrew Bond is one of several shop keepers in the South West who say shoplifting is a daily problem.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 16, 2026 at 5:10 AM
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'Do not approach' warning as police hunt man who absconded from prison

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Police hunt man who absconded from prison saying 'do not approach'
Police are appealing for help to find Nathanial Bailey, 26 [National news]
www.devonlive.com
September 15, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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Exeter road sealed off as police incident unfolds - updates

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Exeter road sealed off as police incident unfolds - updates
Police and ambulance crews are at the scene
www.devonlive.com
September 15, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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Devon’s Josh Widdicombe shares ‘surprising’ response to landing Strictly job

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Devon’s Josh Widdicombe shares ‘surprising’ response to landing Strictly job
Devon's Josh Widdicombe thought his Strictly Come Dancing opportunity would 'fizzle out'
www.devonlive.com
September 15, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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Track how well your body is ageing with 'simple' walking test

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Track how well your body is ageing with 'simple' walking test
A doctor has shared a check that takes seconds to test from home
www.devonlive.com
September 15, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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Maternity unit closure 'becoming a nightmare'

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Devon maternity unit closure 'a nightmare', expectant parents say
A couple fear they will not get to hospital in time to give birth due to the closure in Barnstaple.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 15, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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LIVE: Prince William in Devon as heir to throne unveils £250k cash boost

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Prince William in Devon as heir to throne unveils £250k cash boost
The visit falls on his brother Harry's birthday
www.devonlive.com
September 15, 2026 at 9:39 AM
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Expert warns these five everyday appliances can be 'risky' if left plugged in

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Expert warns these five everyday appliances can be 'risky'
Experts have issued a warning for UK residents
www.devonlive.com
September 15, 2026 at 7:39 AM
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Soaring £14m care costs trigger Torbay children's home plan

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Soaring £14m care costs trigger Torbay children's home plan
Finding homes for Torbay’s young people in care is costing the bay’s council millions
www.devonlive.com
September 15, 2026 at 5:25 AM
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Lifeboat station's first female coxswain in 200 years

#Devon #BBCNews
Appledore lifeboat station's first female coxswain in 200 years
Natalie Withey says it is a "privilege" to have been appointed as coxswain.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 15, 2026 at 5:25 AM
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Oil spill after motorhome fire closes Devon road

#Devon
Oil spill after motorhome fire closes Devon road
Traffic is slow
www.devonlive.com
September 14, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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Hospital maternity unit reopening date delayed

#Devon #BBCNews
North Devon maternity unit reopening date delayed
A hospital trust says it cannot reopen a maternity unit on 29 September as anticipated.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 14, 2026 at 3:41 PM
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Exeter drivers warned of diversions after gas leak on major road

#Devon
Exeter drivers warned after gas leak on major road
Repairs could continue into the evening rush hour
www.devonlive.com
September 14, 2026 at 2:24 PM