Farmers protest in London against the proposed 20% inheritance tax, fearing ruin for family farms and food security risks. Devon Farmers Voice Concerns at London Inheritance Tax Protest Farmers protested in London with tractors. They fear new taxes threaten British farms. The government plans a 20% inheritance tax for farms over £1 million. They say…
David Evans, formerly Michael Willis, a disgraced ex BBC DJ, died after falling into the River Dart. Former BBC Radio DJ David Evans Dies After River Dart Fall at 79 A former BBC DJ died at 79 after a fall. Michael Willis had changed his name; he became David Evans after prison, where he served…
Ripponden, a West Yorkshire village near Bacup, attracts tourists with its charm, new shops, and friendly atmosphere. Yorkshire Village Thrives As Tourist Hotspot Outside Lancashire Ripponden is a charming, historic village just inside West Yorkshire’s border. The village is near Bacup and Whitworth. New shops give it a fresh feel. You can find old buildings…
Council approved a new childrens home in Tiverton, despite objections from neighbors regarding noise and parking. Tiverton Council Approves Childrens Home Amid Neighborhood Concerns Tiverton will soon have a new children’s home. It used to be a normal house, but the council approved this change on January 28. MJ Residential Ltd proposed the change, aiming…
Crime rates across Devon are detailed, showing areas with highest and lowest crime per resident. National trends also show increases. Devon Crime Map Reveals Most Dangerous and Safest Towns to Reside in A crime map shows Devon’s most dangerous spots. Police in England and Wales noted many crimes. They recorded over five million non-fraud crimes…
Rare wild boar spotted on Dartmoor, Devon, in a recent video. Some cheer their return, others fear overpopulation and land damage. Wild Boar Filmed in Devon: Rare Sightings Spark Mixed Reactions Wild boar were filmed on Dartmoor recently. People rarely see these animals in Devon. The video shows the boar moving on the moor. Wild…
Sarah and Jack will be the last couple to marry at Exeter’s Larkbeare House when it closes for weddings on March 31. Exeter Couple To Be Last To Wed At Larkbeare House Before Sale Larkbeare House in Exeter stops weddings in March. The house is on sale for £4 million initially. Devon County Council is…
Remembering those who passed including Patrick Quinn of Exeter. Notices remember lives and offer tribute details. Devon Funeral Notices Remembering Loved Ones Lost in Exeter and Beyond Patrick Quinn from Exeter has died. His family says he will be missed. These notices are a local tradition. Over 90 are in this week’s news about deaths.…
The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth wins “Best Value for Money” award, nominated by Primary Times readers in the 2024 Star Awards. Donkey Sanctuary Scoops Best Value Award in Devon Star Awards 2024 Hey, guess what happened? The Donkey Sanctuary got an award! It’s in Sidmouth, you know. Primary Times readers nominated them for “Best Value…