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Advice from Devon and Cornwall Police - theft of diesel from farms

General News SA Sam Acourt May 05, 2026 452

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On farms, fuel and batteries are one of the most likely things to be targeted by criminals.

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Kingsbridge Show has named their new chairman as 2025 organisation gears up

General News SA Sam Acourt March 04, 2025 2864

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Kingsbridge Show has named Helen Reeve as chairman for 2025 and bookings are now being taken for trade stands.

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Ball in memory of David Rossiter has raised more than £25k for Prostate Cancer UK

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated February 26, 2025 3109

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A charity ball held in memory of David Rossiter has raised a staggering £25,111.05 for Prostate Cancer UK.

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Michael Caines MBE is announced as Devon County Show President 2024

General News SA Sam Acourt February 29, 2024 1280

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The Devon County Agricultural Association is "delighted" to announce Michael Caines MBE as President of the 2024 Devon County Show.

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Police put out warning for dogs around sheep during lambing season

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated February 28, 2024 1416

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Police have put out their annual warning to keep dogs on leads during lambing season.

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Kingsbridge Show was bathed in sunshine all day

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated September 06, 2023 1399

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Kingsbridge Show was bathed in sunshine and attracted large crowds as people came to see the variety of animals, trade stands and main ring attractions.

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Grain spill in Kingsbridge

General News SA Sam Acourt August 08, 2023 2628

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Grain spillage on Kingsbridge roads stretches from Hospital Hill to Cookworthy Road roundabout.

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Increasing number of farm-based thefts, police urge vigilance

General News SA Sam Acourt March 30, 2023 1372

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Police are urging vigilance after an "increasing number" of thefts of high value agricultural equipment.

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Avian flu prevention zone goes into effect across the South Hams

General News SA Sam Acourt September 01, 2022 1603

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Following a number of cases of avian flu in the South West, an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone has been declared across the region.

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Farmers adapt behaviour to cope with extreme weather over the weekend

General News SA Sam Acourt August 15, 2022 2085

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Following a number of combine harvesters catching fire across the South Hams, farmers are having to adapt their behaviour to cope with the current drought and heatwave. ...

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Fire crews battle vehicle fire in a field

General News SA Sam Acourt August 04, 2022 1693

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Kingsbridge and Salcombe Fire Station crews battled a telehandler fire in a field.

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Residents woke up to an entire herd of cows walking through their village this morning

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated August 02, 2022 3321

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East Allington residents were woken up by the sounds of mooing from a herd of cows walking past their houses this morning.

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WATCH: Stunning drone footage showcases the beauty of the South Hams

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated August 01, 2022 1516

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A local man who uses his drone as a hobby has captured some stunning footage of the South Hams farmers at work.

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Teenager killed on Plympton farm

General News SA Sam Acourt July 13, 2022 2332

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A teenager who died following a tragic incident at a farm in Plympton has been named.

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Devon County Show was back to full strength this year - always a great family day out

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated July 04, 2022 1770

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Devon County Show was back to its full strength this year, with brilliant attractions and the best of livestock that our county has to offer.

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Poultry lockdown to end on Monday

General News SA Sam Acourt April 26, 2022 1330

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Bird housing measures across the UK are to be lifted after five months.

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Livestock Worrying - what you need to know

General News SA Sam Acourt March 07, 2022 1428

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Devon and Cornwall Police have released a video to explain livestock worrying, what you need to know and how can it be prevented.

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The Cows in Clover are back in Woodleigh - and you can track them using GPS

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated March 07, 2022 2400

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The small herd of six Dexter cows started roaming Avon Valley Woods, Woodleigh, at the weekend, with the aim of increasing biodiversity.

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Police awareness campaign launched to help fight rural crime and livestock theft

General News SA Sam Acourt October 12, 2021 1235

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A new awareness campaign is being launched to encourage residents and countryside visitors to help fight rural crime and livestock theft in Devon.

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Police appeal for witnesses after tractor guidance systems stolen

General News SA Sam Acourt Updated September 10, 2021 1465

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Police are appealing for witnesses and information after guidance systems were stolen from two tractors.

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Police warn farmers and small holders to review their farm security

General News SA Sam Acourt August 11, 2021 1692

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Devon and Cornwall Police Rural Affairs Team is reminding farmers and small holders to "review their farm security as we move through the summer months".

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