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Pioneer tax man made an MBE
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A FORMER musician who launched a pioneering service to help West Dorseta s pensioners sort out their finances has been made an MBE. Comment?
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LEADING lights in Dorset and Somerset have been recognised for their contribution to the community and charity in the New Year's honours list. Comment?
Book tells of North Devon pub ghosts
TALES of ghostly figures supping ales, footsteps after chucking out time, and things that go bump in the bar all feature in a fascinating new guide to the region's haunted pubs. Comment?
THE Torridge Christmas Project has helped a record 117 families in the district this year, including 77 gifts for children. Comment?
New course on North Devon coast kicks off next week
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FIND out more about your local coastline and its wildlife with the Coastwise programme, which starts in Barnstaple next week. Comment?
2009: Merlin's year of fame
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IT'S BEEN an unbelievable 12 months for Merlin Cadogan and 2010 is shaping up to be just as memorable for the North Devon showman. Comment?
Patients turned away by hospital with no spare beds
WINTER casualties have left Torbay Hospital full and patients with minor injuries being turned away to seek treatment elsewhere. Comment?
PAUL and Rachel Chandler, the couple who were captured by Somali pirates at the end of October, now face a new year as captives. Comment?
Marine swaps Afghan danger for firefighting
A FORMER Royal Marine who was shot in Afghanistan is ready to serve his country again - as a firefighter. Comment?
'Liquid headache' victory for teenagers
HUNDREDS of teenagers and tots will be breathing a sigh of relief after a high-pitched device aimed at dispersing groups of young people gathering at Teignmouth railway station has been switched off. Comment?
Gambian jail nightmare over for mum
A SOUTH Devon Christian missionary, jailed for sedition in the Gambia, has been released. Comment?
Councillors freeze allowances for second year running
SOUTH Hams councillors have voted to share the recession pain with their electorate - by freezing their council 'pay'. For the second year running, district councillors have refused to take any increase in their allowances, the cash they get paid for running the council and attending meetings. Comment?
Bay to be focus of Christie anniversary celebrations
PLANS are being laid to celebrate Agatha Christie's 120th birthday in style. Torbay is aiming to be the focus for the international celebrations and attract visitors from around the world with more events than ever before. Comment?
A FORMER musician who launched a pioneering service to help West Dorseta s pensioners sort out their finances has been made an MBE. Comment?
Student Tom Massey is urging New Year partygoers to avoid risk
A STUDENT who was almost killed by one punch is warning new year revellers to steer clear of trouble or risk ending up dead or in prison. Comment?
Gambia sedition missionary in UK
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A British missionary who was jailed for sedition in The Gambia has returned to the UK and been reunited with her family in Devon, her father says. Comment?
Albion hope to tie-up a double deal today as they plot their ascent of the League One table. Comment?
Freshwater pub wins liona s share of praise
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From left, Angela Hewitt presents the best pub award to Red Lion chef Jenny Peach and landlord Michael Mence. Comment?
BT wanted A 22,000 to transfer my number
A BUSINESSWOMAN who moved two miles to a new home was quoted 22,000 by BT to take her phone number with her. Comment?
Cancer patient's transfer tears
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A CANCER patient has spoken of his anguish after being caught up in the controversial transfer of a key surgery unit from Exeter to Plymouth. Comment?