Ilfracombe3 hrs agoIlfracombe makes UK Town of Culture shortlistIlfracombe now has £60,000 to develop a full bid with a final winner announced next year.3 hrs ago16 hrs agoPontypridd, Birkenhead and Isle of Bute among shortlist for first UK Town of CultureBasildon, Grimsby and Rotherham also make the 15-strong shortlist as well as Strabane.16 hrs ago8 Jun 2026Dad to continue 10-lake swim in Switzerland for sonNeil, 40, is continuing his challenge to swim across 10 of the largest lakes in Switzerland.8 Jun 202624 May 2026Driver 'lucky to be alive' after tree falls on carThe tree smashed through the front of her car, shattering the windscreen on the driver's side. 24 May 202616 May 2026RNLI volunteer swims to the rescue of stranded dog One of the crew members swam out to the dog, returning to the boat with the "beloved" pet in their arms.16 May 202613 May 2026High street 'no go area as drug incidents surge'A council says rising crime and anti-social behaviour are pushing daily life to breaking point.13 May 202612 Apr 2026Affordable homes for 'housing crisis-hit town'The sixteen homes will be built on the old Bicclescombe Nursery site, in Ilfracombe.12 Apr 20266 Apr 2026Coast path sections closed after storm damageWarnings issued across multiple locations after cliff falls which follow heavy winter rains.6 Apr 20261 Apr 2026Five towns vie for culture award millionsThe government competition will crown its 2028 winner next year with £3m to boost culture.1 Apr 2026...
