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Three police officers in black uniforms and blue-and-white checkered hats walk down an urban street, facing away from the camera. Each officer wears a vest labeled 'POLICE' in bold white letters on a blue background.

Apathy holding back crime reporting, officer says

Councillors are urged to help residents report crime amid concerns about anti-social behaviour.

A memorial service page with a large number of people in a cathedral in the background.

Hundreds honour children's hospice pioneer

More than 400 people gather at Exeter Cathedral to celebrate the life and legacy of Eddie Farwell.

Google image of Taw Vale in Barnstaple. Barnstaple Long Bridge is to the left of the image. The Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon is to the right.

Plans for 20 new signs proposed in Devon town

Barnstaple Town Council is seeking permission for the signs which will list locations.

Google image of Barnstaple over looking the River Taw.

Personal memories gathered to map community trail

The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon wants the community's perspective to inform the trail.

River sat at a piano wearing a navy jacket and blue shirt with his blue and red school tie. He has short brown hair and brown eyes.

Schoolboy, 11, to play with North Devon Sinfonia

River's music teacher says the boy's talent is beyond anything he has ever seen for his age.

A mid shot of Daniel Michael. He is standing with his hand open to represent the five times his nursery has won the award. He is holding a certificate and is dressed in a black polo shirt.

Nursery wins fifth gold at Chelsea Flower Show

Surreal Succulents' boss Daniel Michael says he is "over the moon" to win the award again.

A wide shot of Nick and Hannah Wade flanked by two members of staff. The staff are wearing flowery dresses. Nick is wearing a flower waistcoat, and Hannah is wearing a pink flowery dress. They are standing in front of a flower display.

One garden's hectic journey to Chelsea Flower Show

Gardeners and displays from Devon and Cornwall South West gear up for the s iconic flower show.

Science & Environment

The rear window of a Devon and Cornwall Police car.

Biker dies in collision with parked car

The biker, in his 60s, collided with a Mitsubishi Outlander parked on a driveway.

A still image of the offender taken from the store's CCTV. He is wearing a dark coloured hoodie and has a blue piece of material covering his face.

Knife used to threaten shop worker during robbery

Insp Andy Wills says these incidents are rare but have a significant effect on victims.