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‘Champion’ of local government from East Devon – who pioneered Axe Valley ring and ride – dies aged 87
An East Devon man who was a champion of local government has died at the age of 87, having served as a councillor for more than…
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Man is detained under the Mental Health Act after vehicle fire in Axminster
Police said a man was detained under the Mental Health Act after a vehicle fire in Axminster on Thursday night (December 30). Firefighters were called to…
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Room with a loo – toilets in Axminster to be converted into a new home
Former public loos in Axminster are set to be converted into a home following a decision by the district council planning committee. The Castle Street toilets,…
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‘Let’s get Jake home for Christmas’ – owners of tame jackdaw stolen from Axminster issue emotional appeal and offer a reward for pet bird’s safe return
The owners of a tame jackdaw stolen from Axminster are appealing to get Jake home for Christmas – and have offered a reward for the bird’s…
East Devon
Council cuts costs of winter parking across towns in East Devon in bid to boost trade
Fees in council pay-and-display car parks in East Devon have been slashed until the end of March 2022 in a bid to boost winter trade. East…
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E-cig vape ‘fire’ at flats in Axminster prompts praise for residents’ smoke alarms
An alarm triggered by using an electronic cigarette at flats in Axminster prompted firefighters to praise the occupants for having a working smoke detector. Firefighters were…
East Devon
East Devon: “These men are very lucky that somebody saw what happened and dialed 999.” – Three men rescued after boat capsizes in water at mouth of the River Axe
A man plucked from the sea in East Devon was airlifted to hospital and two others had hypothermia after a boat carrying three people capsized at…
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Webster’s Garage car park in Axminster to reopen while owner waits to redevelop site
A shut car park at the Webster’s Garage site in Axminster is to be reopened and managed by East Devon District Council (EDDC). The authority will…
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Aldi announces ambition to open new stores in Exmouth, Sidmouth, Seaton, Axminster and Exeter
Aldi wants to open new supermarkets in Exmouth, Sidmouth, Seaton, Axminster and Exeter in the next two years. The retail giant has today announced £1.3billion plans…
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New Axminster Drama Club play to focus on impact of ’emotional rollercoaster’ dementia diagnosis
Axminster Drama Club is to next year stage a new play that focuses on the impact that a diagnosis of dementia can have on a family. …