Award-winning documentary on off-grid Devon life receives limited run in November thanks to University

A documentary that records the lives and experiences of people in North Devon who have chosen to live without mains electricity is to have an exclusive, limited run in two cinemas in November. The film, where is heaven?, took a decade to film and has won awards and played to sold-out venues despite technically being in its pre-release phase. Now, five screenings have been confirmed for two cinemas in Devon thanks to the University of Exeter and its…

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Man, 94, dies from injuries sustained in Exeter M5 crash

A man has died from injuries sustained during a car crash on a motorway, police have said.Devon and Cornwall Police received reports of a crash involving a blue Ford Fiesta, a grey Land Rover Discovery and a grey Mazda CX-5 on the southbound slip road at junction 29 of the M5 in Exeter at about 11:00 GMT on Tuesday.A 94-year-old passenger of the Ford suffered serious injuries and died in hospital on Thursday, the force said. A second…

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Ex-funeral director in court over blocking burial

A former funeral director has appeared in court accused of preventing the lawful and decent burial of a woman.Jack Weekes, 32, of Millbrook, Cornwall, appeared at Bodmin Magistrates Court on Friday.The court heard he was charged with preventing the lawful and decent burial of a woman, named in court as Elizabeth Penhaligon, between 16 October 2023 and 4 December 2023.He was further charged with fraud by false representation between 11 October and 5 December, which the court heard…

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Cornwall deli owner in clash over cookery book name

Jonathan MorrisSouth WestJames RamKate Attlee has asked Bloomsbury to change the title and cover design of the cookbook SabziThe owner of Cornish deli brand Sabzi said she had been left "incredibly stressed" after publishing giant Bloomsbury released a cookery book using the same name.Kate Attlee, 37, who launched Sabzi in 2019 and trademarked the name in 2022, said Bloomsbury's decision to publish Sabzi by food writer Yasmin Khan had caused confusion among her customers. She is calling on…

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New name chosen for Devon Sanctuary’s rescued Icelandic foal

A charity which asked supporters to name one of 13 rare-breed Icelandic horses and foals in its care has announced the winning name. The Mare and Foal Sanctuary said the five-month-old colt would be called Flint, reflecting his "steely coat and bright, striking eyes". Flint arrived at the sanctuary with his dam, Mavis, just after he was born in May. His carers said his coat had darkened as he has grown but his eyes have remained a "beautiful…

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Nervous Twitch: The Day Job Gets In The Way

Nervous Twitch: The Day Job Gets In The Way (Spinout Nuggets) All formats available Out Now Buy Here  Nervous Twitch release their new album, The Day Job Gets In The Way, the first since 2022’s Some People Never Change via Spinout Nuggets They say ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’… why try to change something that is already working perfectly? The trio, consisting of Erin Hyde – Vocals, Bass Guitar; Jay Churchley – Guitar, Backing Vocals and Chris…

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Hamas is “still committed” despite Israel’s ceasefire violations | Digital Series

“It is a positive sign showing that Hamas is still committed, that they are not willing to abandon this ceasefire agreement.”Luciano Zaccara at Georgetown University Qatar says that despite repeated ceasefire violations by Israel, Hamas is still committed to upholding its end of the deal.Published On 31 Oct 202531 Oct 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share Source link

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Woman dies in Saltash supermarket car park crash

A woman in her 70s died after crashing into three parked vehicles in a supermarket car park. Devon and Cornwall Police said its officers, paramedics and an air ambulance were called to Waitrose in Saltash, at 11:45 GMT on Thursday. The force said said a blue Volvo V40 crashed into a Suzuki Swift, a Ford Focus, and a Mercedes Sprinter van which were parked and unattended.Officers said a 78-year-old woman from Saltash, who was driving the Volvo, was…

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‘Tiny pony’ and ‘carnival season starts’

Glenda Spooner Farm Rescue and Rehoming CentrePam the Shetland pony stands at 24 inches (60cm) tallHere is our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and the most interesting content from social media.Our pick of local website storiesThe two teens who were convicted of killing of Mikey Roynon had their convictions overturned, reports ITV West Country.Bristol Live reports beloved family run restaurant Don Giovanni's is closing its doors in January after delighting…

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Florence + The Machine: Everybody Scream

Florence + The Machine: Everybody Scream (Polydor Records) Out now CD | Vinyl | Cassette | DL | Streaming 4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0 Flame-haired siren Florence Welch releases her sixth album at a spookily appropriate time of year. Everybody Scream exhibits all her usual otherworldly tendencies, but also a more personal tone. Robert Plummer gets a case of the shivers. There has always been more than a touch of the Gothic drama queen about Florence Welch. With…

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Exeter expands scientific collaboration in the Emirates  

A partnership on a potentially world-leading marine research centre and a new collaborative geology degree that will create new educational pathways between the UK and the United Arab Emirates were among the highlights of an international visit to Sharjah for the University of Exeter this week.  The President and Vice-Chancellor and other University leaders met counterparts at the universities of Khorfakkan, Kalba and Al Dhaid to deepen and broaden education and research partnerships. They also met with alumni in the…

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Gustaffson: Dance To The Algorithm

Gustaffson: Dance To The Algorithm (One Boat Records) DL/Streaming Out Now Gustaffson release their first new music, Dance To The Algorithm since their acclaimed debut album, Black & White Movie back in March. When Gustaffson’s Black & White Movie arrived Louder Than War’s Nigel Carr declared it the perfect antidote to the tsunami of negativity, disruption and despair hitting our shores… a tour de force of an album; so full of brightness, emotion, and love, that it washes…

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