Scooter Fire Spreads to Building in Wells, Causing Extensive Damage Friday, August 15, 2025 fire scooter wells property damage firefighters blaze investigation emergency devon On the night of Thursday, August 14, firefighters responded to a blaze in Wells after a scooter caught fire outside a property, spreading flames to the building itself. The initial emergency call was received shortly before … Read More
Ilfracombe: A Stunning Seaside Town Grappling with Housing, High Street Decline, and Anti-Social Challenges Thursday, August 14, 2025 ilfracombe devon seaside tourism housing victorian highstreet antisocial community regeneration Ilfracombe, a picturesque seaside town in North Devon, is renowned for its stunning beaches, scenic coastal paths, and iconic landmarks such as Damian Hirst’s Bronze Verity sculpture. On the surface, it thrives as a tourist … Read More
Ilfracombe: A Beautiful UK Seaside Town Struggling to Preserve Its Identity Thursday, August 14, 2025 ilfracombe devon seaside tourism housing highstreet community antisocialbehaviour victorian regeneration Ilfracombe, a picturesque coastal town in North Devon, is renowned for its stunning beaches, scenic South West coastal path, and vibrant harbour filled with shops, eateries, and the striking Bronze Verity sculpture by Damian … Read More
Dogs and Foxes Die After Poisoning Incident at South West Park Wednesday, August 13, 2025 dogs foxes poisoning exeter devon cowickbarton police investigation animalwelfare park Two dogs have tragically died after visiting Cowick Barton Playing Fields, a popular park in Exeter, Devon. Earlier reports indicated multiple animals fell ill after coming into contact with suspected poisoned food in the … Read More
House Reduced to Rubble Following Suspected Gas Explosion in South West Monday, August 11, 2025 explosion devon otterton fire gas emergency devonfire ladram destruction safety A house on Ladram Road near Otterton, Devon, was completely destroyed by a suspected gas explosion on Monday, August 11. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene at approximately 11:30 a.m., where they found the … Read More
House Destroyed by Suspected Gas Explosion in South West Monday, August 11, 2025 explosion fire devon otterton emergency rescue gas accident roadclosure damage A house on Ladram Road near Otterton, Devon, was reduced to rubble after a suspected gas explosion on Monday, August 11, at approximately 11:30 a.m. Emergency services rushed to the scene as flames engulfed the wreckage, … Read More