Crediton’s first McDonald’s drive-thru near Joseph Locke Way is nearing completion, set to open late February, creating 120 jobs. New McDonald’s Drive Thru Set to Open in Crediton, Devon This February McDonald’s will open its new Crediton drive-thru soon. It should be ready near the end of the month, as workers are finishing the brand…
A Devon sawmill seeks official confirmation of its lawful use, potentially preventing legal action. Devon Timber Yard Faces Scrutiny Over Its Sawmill Status A Devon sawmill faces review right now. The owners want official confirmation it’s legal. Mr. Hearne filed the request. He works for Stephen Graeser Planning. The Timber Yard is in Ash Thomas,…
A gas leak at Finlake Resort & Spa forced holiday cancellations. Refunds and alternative stays were offered to guests. Devon Resort Cancels Half Term Holidays After Gas Leak A Devon holiday park canceled half-term holidays after a serious gas leak occurred there. The leak caused disruption at Finlake Resort and Spa, located near Newton Abbot…
A friend of Prince William purchased a 760 acre Devon estate including a village known for its rebellious spirit. Prince Williams Friend Buys Devon Village for £30 Million William’s close friend bought a Devon estate. The estate spans 760 acres and cost more than £30 million. The estate includes a village known for resistance, which…
Worker survives a 25 foot fall from Devon scaffolding. Serious injuries occurred due to unsafe work conditions. Devon Man Survives Fall From Scaffolding Thanks to Sheer Luck A roofer got a suspended jail term. A worker fell from scaffolding and suffered serious injuries. Daniel Hooper, 28, received the sentence, which was suspended for twelve months.…
Bantham, Devon, sold after plans to transform it into a luxury destination failed. Concerns over development fueled local opposition. Devon Village Sold After Millionaire’s Playground Dreams Fail A village in Devon just sold. The former owner wanted a “millionaire’s playground,” but he didn’t succeed. A company in Buckinghamshire bought Bantham, though the price remains secret.…
Sleep at St James Park to raise funds and awareness for Exeter’s homeless. Join the Big Sleep Out! Exeter Big Sleep Out to Fight Homelessness at St James Park You can sleep outside at St James Park. This helps raise money for a good cause. It’s called the Big Sleep Out, and you’ll help tackle…
Important discussions held today about harbor development, Cary Parade, Green, and The Pavilion. Devon Resort’s Future in Spotlight at Key Meeting Today Torquay discusses future harborside ideas today. Businesses and council people will talk, covering Cary Parade, Cary Green, and the Pavilion. Local council members are not invited, surprisingly. A council member wants to represent…
New data reveals trends in Devon and Cornwall homicides, highlighting victim, suspect demographics, and key relationships. Homicide Deaths in Devon and Cornwall: New Data Reveals Trends New data came out about homicide victims. It looks at who the victims are and their killers. Women are often killed by someone they knew. Men are usually killed…
Glebe House, birthplace of author Charles Kingsley, will be restored into a family home after falling into disrepair. Charles Kingsley Birthplace in Devon Set for Extensive Renovation Hey, guess what I just read? Planners approved a big repair project for Charles Kingsley’s birthplace in Devon. You know, the guy who wrote The Water Babies! His…