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BASICS Devon appointed DCAA's charity of the year

The Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) is delighted to announce that BASICS Devon has been appointed as its Charity of the Year.

BASICS Devon are specialist volunteers delivering emergency pre-hospital care and vital life-saving education. They support communities across Devon with advanced medical treatment around the clock before patients reach hospital

Comprised of highly trained volunteer medics, BASICS Devon responds to some of the most serious medical emergencies supporting the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. From road traffic...

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Grand opening for GP surgery

Councillor Susan Griggs, the Mayor of Tiverton, attended an evening event to celebrate the completion of the new £1.8m extension to Clare House Surgery located in Newport Street, Tiverton.

The substantial building programme which has significantly increased the size of the surgery was overseen by lead consultants Haldons Limited and built by contractors Morgan Sindall.

More than 100 guests, including Clare House staff, patients and supporters attended the event, enjoying canapés and wine.

Dr Frank O’Kelly, Senior Partner gave a welcome address advising that Clare...

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Flybe pilot arrested

A pilot working for Exeter-based airline Flybe was arrested on suspicion of being over the drink drive limit before take off after a fellow crew member raised the alarm.

He was due to fly from Newquay Airport to London Gatwick yesterday morning.

Passengers faced a five-hour delay as a resuilt of the incident.

A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesman said: "A 48-year-old man from Crediton, Devon, was arrested on suspicion of being over the drink-drive limit."

It is understood he was released on police bail last night until December 8.

The airline said in...

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Devon Air Ambulance shocked at break in

Staff at Devon Air Ambulance Trust were left distressed and angry after the charity’s retail shop in Cowick Street, Exeter, was burgled on Monday evening.

Thieves got away with a collection box having caused significant damage to the premises including smashing the shop window.

Martin Bell, Retail Director of Devon Air Ambulance Trust said “I was extremely distressed and angry to receive a telephone call to advise me that our shop in Cowick Street, St Thomas, Exeter was broken into over-night on Monday 27 October.

“Although all that was taken was our collection box...

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Two new associates for law firm

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 10/30/2014 - 10:54am

Leading South West family law specialist The Family Law Company has announced two new associates for its Exeter team.

Gemma Sparks and Helen Trott have been awarded the role of associate in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the firm.

Gemma studied for her legal qualification whilst working full time before joining The Family Law Company in 2009 as a legal executive to concentrate on this area of law. Alongside experience in all aspects of family law, Gemma specialises in working with clients affected by domestic violence and those facing access disputes....

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No trick or treat poster

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/30/2014 - 7:10am

Devon and Cornwall Police have launched a campaign encouraging residents who do not want to be bothered by trick-or-treaters to place this poster on the front door or window of their home.

Some people, particularly if elderly or vulnerable, might be distressed by strangers knocking at their door during the evening.

A spokesman said: "We are asking people not to call at homes that are displaying the poster.

Print this poster and display it on your home, or on the homes of your vulnerable neighbours or relatives.

Officers also issued advice to trick or...

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Blind war veteran to join Cenotaph march

A registered blind World War II veteran from Exeter, supported by Blind Veterans UK, is set to commemorate the sacrifice made by members of the Armed Forces when she takes part in the march to the Cenotaph in London for the first time this November. Whimple resident Win Amos, 87, will march in the Remembrance Sunday commemorations with Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision impaired ex-Service men and women, which has supported her with her sight loss. Win first served with the American Red Cross during the War. She worked in a catering team for American troops stationed in the...

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Gold rings stolen from Honiton home

Police are investigating a burglary where distinctive gold rings were taken from a Honiton home. Offenders forced a window to get inside the property in Oaklea while the owners were away between 13 and 21 October. They stole four gold rings which are old and of great sentimental value. Taken were two ladies gold signet rings, one described as heart-shaped with grooves across and the other as oval-shaped with the letters JCK engraved on it. Also taken was a ladies white gold or platinum ring with a band of three diamonds and a ladies gold engagement ring which has a wide band and a round...

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Have a say on how libraries are run

Devon County Council is inviting communities to work more closely with their library service, to have more say on how their local libraries are run.

The Council announced plans this month that aim to safeguard the futures of all 50 of its libraries, despite having to make significant savings due to reductions in Government funding.

Recent consultation concluded that most people understood the Council's financial challenge, indicating that they would be prepared to support their local libraries more, provided that professional staff were retained to run them.

The...

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Pensioner dies in A30 crash

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/29/2014 - 7:33am

A pensioner has died after his car left the road on the A30 near Ide.

Police say the 79-year-old man is believed to have suffered a medical episode prior to the crash.

He was airlifted to the Royal Devon and Exeter hospital where he later sadly died.

His next of kin have been informed.

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Fire crews to strike this weekend

The Fire Brigade Union has voted to take a further four days of strike action in England (excluding control staff) in a dispute with the Government over pension reforms. Starting on 31 October at 18.00 hours until 4 November at 18.00 hrs

The issue continues to remain a matter between the Fire Brigades Union and Government. Devon Somerset Fire & Rescue Service has substantial contingency plans in place to ensure that it will continue to respond to emergency incidents throughout strike action.

Chief Fire Officer for Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service, Lee...

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