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Community gifts much loved postie for his retirement
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 17, 2024 3617

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People in East Allington and surrounding villages have raised more than £2,700 as a thank you to their much-loved postman Paul. 
Six-year-old raises more than £1,500 for Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
SA Sam Acourt April 15, 2024 1939

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Kingsbridge youngster Ryan has completed a sponsored six-mile walk along the South West Coast Path in aid of charity Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis. 
Devon County Show offers young adult with autism the opportunity to share their passion for bugs and reptiles
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 15, 2024 1926

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As part of its inclusivity programme, Devon County Show has offered Ned Riley a playform to showcase his passion and knowledge for bugs and reptiles. 
Kids cricket club in Ivybridge benefits from seized criminal funds
SA Sam Acourt April 15, 2024 1649
Devon and Cornwall Police in South Devon have used money confiscated from criminals to provide a local cricket club with essential equipment in Ivybridge.
Jailed former police constable found culpable of gross misconduct following fraud conviction
SA Sam Acourt April 11, 2024 2120

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Former Police Constable Sam Smith was living in Kingsbridge when he first met the frail 81-year-old woman while on-duty, when he was called to her home in the Dartmouth...
Coastguard rescue teams take part in exercise overlooking Hope Cove
SA Sam Acourt April 10, 2024 1265
Members of Kingsbridge and Bigbury Coastguard Rescue teams took part in a search exercise around Hope Cove and Bolt Tail. 
Police exercise on Dartmoor trains officers for missing people searches
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 10, 2024 1711
Seventeen police officers underwent a large-scale search and rescue exercise on Dartmoor to successfully become ‘lost person’ search managers (LPSM).
Council says it is "concerned about Government’s approach to energy efficiency"
SA Sam Acourt April 09, 2024 1746

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With tackling climate change a top priority for South Hams District Council, it has voiced its concerns on the Government’s efforts and speed to improve the energy efficiency of...
No Rotary Swimarathon for 2024
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 08, 2024 1841

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Kingsbridge Estuary Rotary Club Swimarathon is not taking place this year "due to factors outside the Rotary Club’s control". 
Lock's Hill appeals dismissed, with developer saying it has "ended any chance of the site being completed"
SA Sam Acourt Updated May 12, 2024 9598

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A planning inspector has dismissed two appeals from Blakesley Estates Kingsbridge, following judgements that planning permission was not valid at the time of work being carried out on site....
Crash at Deep Lane ends in fatality
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 05, 2024 2192

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A man who was seriously injured following a collision on the A38 on Wednesday, 27 March, has since died.
Saltram Meadow estate gets go-ahead for next phase of 200+ houses
SA Sam Acourt April 03, 2024 2215

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Persimmon Homes, the developer for the Saltram Meadow site in Plymstock, has secured planning permission for the next two stages of development. 
Fisherman airlifted off cliffs at Bolt Head
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 03, 2024 1921
A fisherman has been airlifted off the cliff at Bolt Head after sustaining a serious leg injury. 
Lifesaving equipment installed at equine charity near Totnes
SA Sam Acourt April 02, 2024 1842

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The Mare and Foal Sanctuary has installed new life-saving equipment to benefit the local community. 
Dartmouth Park and Ride consultation opens
SA Sam Acourt April 02, 2024 2197

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South Hams District Council has launched their Dartmouth Park and Ride public consultation.
A photo of the tide off Burgh Island leads to a fascinating explanation
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 04, 2024 2352

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A photo of a line across the sea off Burgh Island shows a natural phenomenon that occurs at the mouth of estuaries. 
Police launch #TakeTheLead Campaign to help prevent livestock attacks
SA Sam Acourt Updated March 27, 2024 1492

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Over the Easter weekend, Devon and Cornwall Police are supporting Operation Recall - a national operation which aims to raise awareness of the impact of livestock worrying, and prevent...
Kingsbridge Town Council has responded to the 'Devolution Deal for Devon'
SA Sam Acourt Updated March 27, 2024 1627
Kingsbridge Town Council does not support the Devolution Deal for Devon, a proposal to "establish a new Combined Authority for Devon and Torbay". 
Devon County Show pledges an inclusive experience for all at the 2024 show
SA Sam Acourt March 26, 2024 1741
Each year, the Devon County Show welcomes well over a thousand visitors with accessibility issues through its gates and this number is increasing year on year. ...
Energy efficiency and helping people in the South Hams is top of the agenda for SDCE
SA Sam Acourt March 26, 2024 1081

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People living in the South Hams are "saving money, energy and reducing their carbon emissions, thanks to the hard work of South Dartmoor Community Energy (SDCE)".
Devon and Cornwall Police warn young people about dangerous, illegal vaping liquid
SA Sam Acourt March 25, 2024 1716

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Devon & Cornwall Police have seen a rise in illegal vapes, where the vape liquid has been replaced with Class B drugs THC (the active compound in cannabis) and...
Council embarks on "vital vessel recycling project"
SA Sam Acourt March 20, 2024 1646

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South Hams District Council has launched an innovative project which will explore the recycling of abandoned vessels and help to reduce marine pollution.
Four new breed classes planned for Devon County Show 2024
SA Sam Acourt Updated March 19, 2024 1388

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The Devon County Show livestock committee is delighted to announce a full range of classes for four new breed categories at the 2024 event in May. ...
Bittaford man with "extreme right-wing ideology" jailed with for terrorism offences
SA Sam Acourt Updated March 19, 2024 1475

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A 22-year-old with "extreme right-wing ideology" has been jailed for terrorism offences at Winchester Crown Court. 
Bigbury car park and toilets changing operators
SA Sam Acourt Updated April 06, 2024 2688

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Bigbury on Sea car park, leased by South Hams District Council since 1997, will soon change hands over to a new operator, RCP Parking Ltd.
Collaborative action "impacts drugs gangs across the South West"
SA Sam Acourt March 18, 2024 1324

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More than £800,000 worth of drugs and 267 weapons have been taken off the streets in the seventh iteration of an initiative designed to create a ‘ring of steel’...
Dartmouth Park and Ride proposals agreed
SA Sam Acourt March 18, 2024 1664
South Hams District Council’s Executive have "listened to local partners" and today "agreed a compromised range of parking and travel proposals for Dartmouth’s Park and Ride". ...
Kingsbridge Skatepark is finally open and bad weather didn't stop the fun on the first afternoon
SA Sam Acourt Updated March 21, 2024 2905

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Kingsbridge Skatepark is finally open after three years of planning, fundraising and community organising, and wet weather didn't stop people rocking up to enjoy it for the first time....
Devon & Cornwall Police helps launch the Police Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service
SA Sam Acourt March 13, 2024 1357
Devon and Cornwall Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner have joined all police forces across the UK to launch the Police Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service, which will...
Council "offers financial help for war pensioners and vulnerable"
SA Sam Acourt March 12, 2024 1012

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Vulnerable residents and war pensioners and widow(er)s could "soon receive extra financial support paying their rent" after South Hams District Council’s Executive "granted approval for two policies which offer...
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