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Devon residents reflect on VE Day singing and dancing

1 month ago | bbc.com | Kevin Hay |Archie Farmer

Residents reflect on VE Day singing and dancingKevin Hay & Archie FarmerBBCBeryl Darch was 10 years old and living in Tamerton Foliot when the war endedPeople living in Devon have remembered the celebrations that followed the end of World War Two in Europe, which happened almost 80 years ago. At the time, Beryl Darch was 10 years old and living in Tamerton Foliot.
Carbon net zero hotel in Exeter 'better than original dream'

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Richard Green |Archie Farmer

Image caption, Tim Wheeldon said what had been achieved was "better than I originally anticipated"A new hotel in Devon is claiming to be one the most environmentally-friendly new-build constructions in Europe. The Voco Zeal Hotel, at Exeter's Science Park, which opened in March, has claimed to be the first carbon net zero hotel in western Europe. Bosses said it had many sustainable features, including bedside lights made from 3D-printed recycled plastic.
Rugby club ticket sales donated to Jersey sepsis amputee - BBC News

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Archie Farmer

Jersey RFC is donating money made from match ticket sales to support Lily McGarry.
Warning of disruption as Storm Éowyn approaches

Jan 23, 2025 | yahoo.com | Archie Farmer |Zhara Simpson

Preparations are being made in Devon and Cornwall as Storm Éowyn heads towards the UK. Devon County Council said its highways teams had drafted in extra resources to respond to any issues and additional tree surgeons were on standby. Cornwall Council advised people to take "extra care" and to stay up to date with the latest forecasts. A is in force for Cornwall and part of Devon until 18:00 GMT.
Call for government help to reopen city airport

Jan 19, 2025 | yahoo.com | Archie Farmer |Alison Stephenson

The leader of Plymouth City Council has written to Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander asking for government support to reopen the city's former airport. Councillor Tudor Evans said he wanted to explore any "emerging opportunities" to support aviation after the airport shut in 2011. The Sutton Harbour Group, which has a 150-year lease on the site, had deemed the airport no longer viable and previously proposed building housing on the site.
Man hurt after crash between bus and car

Jan 16, 2025 | msn.com | Archie Farmer
Man hurt after crash between bus and car

Jan 16, 2025 | yahoo.com | Archie Farmer

A man has been injured after a crash between a bus and a car in Devon, police have said. The crash involving a double-decker bus and a car happened at about 07:35 GMT on Burcombe Hill, North Molton, Devon and Cornwall Police said. The male driver of the car, who suffered a serious leg injury, was cut from his vehicle by the fire service and taken to North Devon District Hospital. A female passenger on the bus had minor facial injuries, the force said. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram.
Hotel accommodation offered to gas leak evacuees

Jan 15, 2025 | yahoo.com | Archie Farmer

About 50 residents evacuated from their homes in Jersey due to a gas leak have been offered hotel accommodation, officials have said. The Government of Jersey said families from 21 Andium properties were evacuated on Wednesday afternoon in the Le Geyt area of St Saviour. It said Island Energy engineers were working to locate the leak in mains pipework in the road. Residents were able to return to their properties to collect vital belongings, said the government.
Head of Jersey customs and immigration to retire

Jan 15, 2025 | yahoo.com | Archie Farmer

Jersey's head of customs and immigration is retiring after 38 years. Mark Cockerham joined Jersey Customs and Immigration Service (JCIS) as an officer in April 1986 and worked across borders, intelligence, investigation, goods control and immigration. He was promoted through the ranks to the head of service, which he held for the last six years. Rhiannon Small has been appointed as his successor with effect from 1 February.
Petition wants firework law change to help animals

Jan 13, 2025 | yahoo.com | Archie Farmer

Archie Farmer - BBC NewsMon, January 13, 2025 at 6:08 PM UTC1 min readMore than 500 people have signed a petition asking for more restrictions [PA Media]More than 500 people have signed a petition asking for more restrictions to be brought in on the use of fireworks in Jersey. The petition said fireworks should only be allowed during a two-week period around Bonfire Night on 5 November.