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Partly cloudy and patchy rain: Expect overcast tomorrow
12+ hour, 14+ min ago (259+ words) Mid Devon Advertiser - Do Not Process My Personal Information Thursday, April 9 sees a partly cloudy start with occasional rain in Newton Abbot. Temperatures near 12 C during the afternoon and dipping close to 2 C overnight. Mist may roll in early, but…...
A musical experience speaking directly to the heart
1+ week, 2+ day ago (259+ words) CLASSICAL pianist John Paul Ekins will perform the final Nadsa concert at Newton Abbot's Courtenay Centre on April 17 bringing an end to a season that's over all too soon. John Paul is a pianist in demand: a busy schedule throughout…...
Town council raises 'no objection' to new Queen Street pilates studio proposal
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (159+ words) NEWTON Abbot Town Council has raised no objection to plans to create a new pilates studio on Queen Street. Submitted by Campion&Co Ltd, the application - reference 26/00285/FUL - is seeking permission to create a Pilates studio at 94 Queen Street, pictured....
Cometh the repair caf, cometh the BIG FIX
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (418+ words) RECYCLE Devon's campaign to fix and breathe new life into as many broken things as possible returns this May. Running throughout the whole of May, The BIG FIX, coordinated by Devon County Council, sees volunteer menders breathe new life into…...
RSPCA urges pet adoption as large-scale rescues rise
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (345+ words) With a 70% increase in large-scale animal rescues, the RSPCA calls for more adoptions amid overwhelmed centres. The RSPCA has urged potential pet owners to consider rescuing an animal, as new figures reveal that large-scale incidents have risen dramatically. Nationally, the…...
Today: Sunny morning, patchy rain later; tomorrow: rain
5+ day, 12+ hour ago (250+ words) Today, Saturday, April 4, in Newton Abbot brings a blend of clouds and patchy rain early on. Temperatures near 14 C with morning mist clearing into partly sunny spells, though showers could appear later. Wind speeds might pick up, but conditions should…...
Your weekly horoscope with Russell Grant
1+ week, 4+ day ago (629+ words) The astrologer looks to the stars for your horoscope for the week beginning Saturday, 4 April A testing situation spurs your fighting spirit and you refuse to give anyone the chance to say "I told you so." By the 8th, your sheer…...
Shaldon Bonfire Event Confirmed
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (341+ words) THIS YEAR'S bonfire and fireworks display WILL go ahead in Shaldon. The parish council has confirmed the hugely popular community display on the beach will be a free family event. The announcement comes after Teignmouth Town Council withdrew its financial…...
Devon councillor appeals to Chancellor for more help for farmers
1+ week, 3+ hour ago (528+ words) DEVON County Council's member for rural affairs has warned soaring heating oil, red diesel and fertiliser costs are creating a "perfect storm' for farmers, rural businesses and communities. Councillor Cheryl Cottle'Hunkin says rapidly rising costs are hitting rural areas hard…...
1920s mystery experience coming to South Devon Railway
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (382+ words) A CHANCE to step back into the intrigue and glamour of the roaring twenties is coming to a heritage railway in South Devon. From April 17, the South Devon Railway will launch a brand-new immersive murder mystery experience set aboard its…...