Devon dad, 23, killed in recovery truck accident
Adam Mewton, a 23-year-old recovery mechanic and father, died after being crushed by his own vehicle while helping a stranded driver in Lynton, Devon. His family are fundraising for his funeral.
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Devon's £1.4m Cliff Home Near Landslide Zone
A five-bed Devon dream home with sweeping coastal views hits the market for £1.4m, despite sitting metres from a notorious landslide danger zone. Discover this high-risk property.
ELO star Mike Edwards dies in Devon farming accident
Mike Edwards, a founding cellist of the Electric Light Orchestra, was killed in a freak farming accident in Devon when a 600kg hay bale crushed his van. Read the full story.
Seaton's Christmas Magic: A Festive Devon Getaway
Discover Seaton, a charming Devon seaside town that transforms into a Christmas card scene with festive markets, a Polar Express tram, and enchanting light displays. Plan your perfect winter escape.
Teen dies in workplace tractor accident in Cambridgeshire
A 19-year-old girl, Žavinta Petrašiūtė, has died after a tragic industrial accident involving a tractor at Pretoria Energy in Cambridgeshire. Police and HSE are investigating. A fundraiser has been set up to support her family.
A30 Devon closed for hours after serious crash
The A30 in Devon is shut westbound after a vehicle overturned. Police expect closure to last hours. Diversions are in place. Avoid the area.
Police search for childlike sex doll in Devon village
Devon and Cornwall Police conduct extensive search operation for missing anatomically correct childlike sex doll, raising serious safeguarding concerns in rural community.
Search for missing hiker Devon Dobek in Mount Hood
Intensive search operation underway for 28-year-old Devon Dobek who vanished during solo hike in Oregon's treacherous Mount Hood National Forest as family pleads for information.
Five Children Arrested After Bideford School Stabbing
Devon police have arrested five children following a serious stabbing incident at a Bideford secondary school. The shocking event has left the community reeling as authorities launch a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Widow's anguish after husband crushed by West End urinal
Exclusive: Heartbroken widow speaks out after her husband was killed by a collapsing urinal during maintenance work at a prestigious London theatre, as safety investigation continues.
Devon's Off-Grid Recluses: Documentary Reveals Hidden Britain
An intimate documentary explores the extraordinary lives of off-grid communities in rural Devon, revealing why they chose isolation and what their existence tells us about modern society.
BBC Radio presenter axed after on-air comments controversy
BBC Radio Devon's James Dundon has been removed from his afternoon show after making controversial remarks about a female colleague during a live broadcast, sparking internal investigation.
Marianne Faithfull's £1.5m inheritance battle with cousin
Rock legend Marianne Faithfull faces explosive legal challenge from cousin over disputed inheritance of historic Devon property and family fortune
Mental health support cut before park murder
A coroner's inquest reveals how a Devon man killed a stranger in a park just months after his mental health support was terminated, raising serious questions about care system failures.
Baby and child critical after Oakford collision
A baby girl and young child fight for life after devastating crash in Somerset village as police launch urgent investigation into the circumstances.
Appledore: Devon's Dutch-style village gem
Nestled on Devon's rugged coast, the picturesque fishing village of Appledore boasts unexpected Dutch charm with colourful gabled houses and maritime heritage that creates a truly continental atmosphere.
Plymouth teeth whitening rapist jailed for 22 years
A serial rapist who used his Plymouth teeth whitening business as a front to prey on vulnerable women has been jailed for 22 years in a landmark case.
Ancient Devon wetland threatened by housing developers
A 2000-year-old wetland ecosystem in Devon is under immediate threat from housing developers who claim government planning blockages justify destroying protected environmental sites.
Marchand cross-check sparks massive NHL brawl
Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand finds himself at the centre of another controversy after a dangerous cross-check on Buffalo's Devon Levi ignited a full-scale bench-clearing brawl between Florida Panthers and Buffalo Sabres during preseason clash.
Home Office mistakenly evicts family from Dorset home
A Devon family faces homelessness after Home Office officials mistakenly ordered their eviction from a Dorset property they legally occupied, highlighting systemic failures in government housing procedures.
Woolacombe Beach Crowned Among World's Best
Discover why Woolacombe Beach in North Devon has earned global recognition as one of the planet's top coastal destinations, beating Mediterranean rivals with its golden sands and award-winning waters.
Human bones discovered on Devon's Saunton Sands beach
Devon and Cornwall Police launch investigation after walkers make grim discovery of human remains on popular North Devon beach. Forensic teams scour area as authorities work to identify the deceased.
Human bones found on Saunton Beach spark police probe
A grim discovery on North Devon's coastline as human bones are found on Saunton Beach, prompting a significant police response and forensic examination.
Coastguard helicopter joins major search at Saunton Sands
Emergency services launch major coastal search at popular Devon beach after concerns for person's safety, with police and coastguard teams scouring the area.
Alien-like fungus discovery on Dartmoor identified
A mysterious alien-like organism discovered on Dartmoor has been identified as the rare stinkhorn fungus, creating both wonder and unease among local walkers and mycologists.
Britain's Smallest Castle For Sale - £330k
Discover Britain's most compact castle - a medieval fortress with modern luxury nestled in Devon's hippest town. This unique property offers historic charm with contemporary living for under £350k.
Salcombe: Devon's Millionaire's Playground Revealed
Discover why this stunning Devon seaside town has become Britain's answer to St Tropez, attracting wealthy visitors with its golden beaches, luxury yachts and celebrity appeal.
Prison columnist Erwin James drowned in marina
Former prisoner-turned-journalist Erwin James, celebrated for his transformative writing about prison life, drowned in a Devon marina accident, coroner confirms.
Luxury Devon homes face catastrophic landslide threat
Dramatic new reports reveal multi-million pound properties in an exclusive Devon development are at serious risk of catastrophic landslides, with residents forced to evacuate and properties potentially becoming unsellable.
People smugglers target West Country to evade Kent patrols
Exclusive police intelligence reveals human smugglers are redirecting small boat crossings to Devon and Cornwall coastlines as border enforcement intensifies along traditional Kent routes. Authorities warn of dangerous new patterns emerging in Channel cro
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