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Devon urged to sell investments in firms ‘contributing’ to Israel/Hamas conflict
Devon County Council has been urged to sell millions of shares its pension fund holds in companies that campaigners say are “contributing” to the war between Israel and Hamas. Cllr Jacqi Hodgson (Green, Totnes & Dartington) proposed that further
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Devon Council Council had 17 judicial reviews of its decisions last year
Devon County Council has been the subject of 17 judicial review challenges over decisions it has made in the past year, including in adult social care, planning, special educational needs and its communities department. The number of challenges
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Cadets take on the Royal Marine's 'gruelling' endurance course
In June this year the cadets from RMVCC Lympstone had the unique opportunity to complete a gruelling endurance course. This included running through mud and water, crawling through tunnels and braving the infamous sheep-dip followed by a 5KM run
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Quakers to host a free family afternoon
Exmouth Quakers will start a new Children’s meeting that will run alongside the adults meeting on Sunday mornings at the Open Door Centre. To celebrate this they are hosting a free family afternoon on Saturday September 21 from 2pm to 4pm at Open
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'Labour can't deal with the civil emergency in our sewage system'
A personal view from East Devon leader Paul Arnott. It’s only about ten weeks since the General Election, and it’s only fair to give an incoming government a fair chance. Equally, in that Anyone but The Conservatives win, they must realise
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Exmouth Photo Group opens new season with fresh venue
The Exmouth Photo Group has kick-started its new season at a fresh location. The first meeting for 2024-25 was held on September 4 at the Salvation Army Hall in Sheppard’s Row. The club’s chairman, Christine Chittock, extended a warm welcome
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Exmouth Harriers steps up the pace in six global events
The Exmouth Harriers showcased their stamina in an impressive outing with 24 members participating in six events across two countries. The participants put on a dazzling display at the 5km Run Exe held on September 3, with 14 Harriers in the fray
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Budleigh Salterton Veterans suffer last-minute defeat
Budleigh Salterton F.C Veterans Reds experienced a bitter defeat against Stoke Hill Veterans, losing 3-2 in the final minute of the game. This bittersweet result followed a victory by the men's 2nds team on September 7. Players Danny Williams
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Travel agents' bingo bonanza raises £1,650 for charity
A bingo bonanza organised by travel agents has raised £1,650 for a hospice charity. The team from Hays Travel in Exmouth hosted the event over the bank holiday weekend, attracting 130 attendees at Exmouth Railway Club. The proceeds from the
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Exmouth Rugby kick-off season with win over Sidmouth RFC
Newly promoted Sidmouth RFC fell to Exmouth Rugby 1st team 19-30 on the opening day of the Regional 1 South West league season. Both teams, who used to regularly face each other at a senior level some 40 years ago, had to overcome the unexpected
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Nail-biting 4-3 victory for East Budleigh FC in league opener
East Budleigh kicked off the new season with a nail-biting 4-3 victory over Tiverton team Elmore, clinching the win with a last-minute penalty. The match was a feast of goals, sparked off by a successful shot by Brad Hill 15 minutes into the game
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Exmouth Town U14 Girls snatch victory in season's debut
Exmouth Town U14 Girls emerged triumphant, beating Watts Blake Bearne Youth U14 Pink Girls Squad 5-2 in their season's debut, now leading the league table. Opening the match on the front foot, Town fell victim to a sharp counter-attack from the
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Funding from Government needed to improve roads says council
Over 18,000 square metres of road have been patched in more than 350 locations across Devon since April. This comes after Devon County Council invested an additional £10 million in its roads budget this year. The extra funding has allowed for
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Madeira BC suffers defeat to Royal Household BC due to bad weather
Madeira Bowling Club lost to the Royal Household BC following a challenging match under testing weather conditions. The 7-rink game on September 6, originally under threat due to rain, took place after volunteers helped prepare the water-logged