Devon
Coverage of Devon in the Nexus archive.
- Buck Moon lights up Devon and Cornwall skies
The July full moon, known as the Buck Moon, is set to peak at 15:36 BST on Wednesday, lighting up the skies in Devon and Cornwall.
- Mystery of gold coin shipwreck finally unmasked after 30 years: 'Fantastic conclusion'
Researchers in the United Kingdom have identified a 30-year-old shipwreck near Devon as the Dutch trading ship Dom van Keulen, which sank in 1633 while carrying Moroccan gold coins and trade goods. The discovery, involving collaboration between Bournemouth University, the British Museum, and divers, resolved a mystery linked to over 400 gold coins found in 1995.
- Ann Widdecombe killed in ‘targeted attack’, counterterror police say
Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her home in Devon. Counterterror police described the incident as a 'targeted attack'.
- Ann Widdecombe death probed by counterterrorism police
Counterterrorism police are investigating the death of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe, with a 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder and terrorism. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood indicated police are considering a terrorist motive, reversing earlier statements that ruled out political motivations.
- Counter-terror police take lead in Ann Widdecombe murder probe
Counter-terror police are leading the murder investigation into Ann Widdecombe, who was found dead at her home in Devon on Thursday.
- Britain’s biggest community solar farm forced to shut over grid overload fears
Britain’s largest community solar farm in north Devon was forced to shut by the government’s energy system operator to prevent grid overload from renewable energy. The closure, occurring weeks before European heatwaves, is expected to cost members £2m in lost revenue.
- Police ‘open minded’ on motive for Widdecombe killing after second arrest
Police are open-minded about the motive for the killing of Widdecombe following a second arrest. The former Conservative minister was found dead at her home in Devon on Thursday.
- Kemi Badenoch condemns 'nasty, horrific attack' on Ann Widdecombe after 78-year-old 'murdered' at Devon home
Kemi Badenoch condemns a 'nasty, horrific attack' on Ann Widdecombe. The 78-year-old was murdered at her Devon home.
- Has this former Devon seaside idyll become the crack cocaine capital of Britain? As locals beg for police to help, JANE FRYER visits a town ravaged by county lines drugs gangs, violent crime and feral teens
A former Devon seaside town is described as Britain's crack cocaine capital, with locals requesting police intervention due to county lines drugs gangs, violent crime, and unruly teenagers. Journalist Jane Fryer reports on the town's decline.
- Britain’s only female naval commando among victims of Devon helicopter crash
Three individuals, including Britain’s only serving female naval commando, died in a Royal Navy helicopter crash during a training exercise in Devon. The deceased were named as Lt Lily-Mae Fisher, Lt Cmdr Chris Grayson, and Petty Officer Owen Green by the Ministry of Defence.
- Three Royal Navy members who died in helicopter crash in Devon named
Three Royal Navy members died in a helicopter crash in Devon. The incident occurred in the UK, and the identities of the deceased have been confirmed.
- Tributes to female pilot and two other crew members who died when Royal Navy helicopter crashed into Devon field on late night training exercise
Tributes were paid to a female pilot and two crew members who died in a Royal Navy helicopter crash in Devon during a late-night training exercise. The incident occurred while the crew was conducting a training mission.
- Three British navy personnel killed in helicopter crash in England
Three British navy personnel were killed in a helicopter crash during a training exercise near Sourton in Devon. An investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the accident.
- UK Royal Navy says 3 members died in a helicopter crash during a training exercise
Three Royal Navy members died in a Merlin Mk4 helicopter crash during a training exercise in Devon, England. The incident occurred near Sourton at 4 a.m., and an investigation is underway. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the families were informed, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the deaths 'utterly tragic.'
- Royal Navy helicopter crashes into field
A Royal Navy helicopter crashed into a field near Sourton Down, Devon. The incident occurred near the A30 eastbound exit slip to the A386.
- Helicopter crashes into field in Devon
A helicopter crashed into a field in Devon. The incident occurred in the county of Devon.
- South West Water fined £1.85m over parasite outbreak in Devon
South West Water was fined £1.85m for supplying water unfit for human consumption during a cryptosporidiosis outbreak in Brixham, Devon. The incident in 2024 caused hundreds to fall ill and forced thousands to boil their water.
- Ex-police officer jailed for running county lines drug ring which saw thousands of pounds worth of cocaine sent from Manchester to rural Devon
A former police officer has been jailed for running a county lines drug ring that sent thousands of pounds worth of cocaine from Manchester to rural Devon. The operation involved large quantities of cocaine being transported from urban areas to rural ones. This resulted in significant illegal activity and law enforcement intervention.
- Oil Traders Lawyer Up as Hormuz Disruptions Trigger Billions of Dollars in Disputes
Geopolitical risks in the crude oil market are rising due to disruptions in the Hormuz Strait, leading to billions of dollars in disputes. Oil traders are increasingly seeking legal counsel amid heightened tensions and market instability.
- Russia Struggles to Boost Oil Flows After Black Sea Port Hobbled
Russia faces challenges in increasing oil exports due to disruptions at its Black Sea port. The crude oil tanker 'Devon' is depicted transporting oil via the Persian Gulf to Iran, highlighting ongoing geopolitical risks in the oil market.
- B&B owners warn Rachel Reeves' 'holiday tax' will be the 'nail in the coffin' for hospitality in Devon and Cornwall
B&B owners in Devon and Cornwall are warning that Rachel Reeves' proposed 'holiday tax' will severely impact the hospitality sector. The tax is described as a potential 'nail in the coffin' for local businesses, raising concerns about economic harm.