http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk All the latest news from Okehampton Times Mon, 01 Feb 0012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=3747 CAMPAIGNERS were out in force in Yelverton on Saturday to stop any future threats to library services in Devon. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2844 UP TO 1,000 boats will take to the River Thames in June to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee — and a team from the Tamar and Tavy Gig Club will be among the flotilla. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2837 AN Okehampton resident has been chosen as one of the faces for a nationwide delivery service by supermarket chain Waitrose. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2833 ANEW primary school in Okehampton is not a priority, town councillors have been told. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2824 A burglar has been jailed for stealing £2,000 worth of cigarettes from a corner shop in a smash and grab raid. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2823 A YEAR of fundraising has led Okehampton Golf Club's 2011 captain Mike Hutchinson to raise £1,250 for the Dartmoor Search and Rescue Group. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2822 OKEHAMPTON and District Ladies' Probus held their latest meeting on January 16 at the Conservative Club. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2820 AN apprentice with an Okehampton hairdressers could be on the road to success in a national hairdressing competition. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2819 THE Christmas season may be over, but the spirit of giving is still in the air, as Okehampton Round Table recently donated £200 to Hatherleigh Youth Club. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2818 GOVERNMENT minister Conservative Nick Hurd is visiting Okehampton today (Thursday) to see how the town has battled to overcome last year's redundancies. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2817 OXFAM will be welcoming its donors and customers to help it celebrate the first, successful year for the bookshop in Tavistock this weekend. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2815 A FAMILY have raised £4,000 from a charity auction named after their son who twice survived meningitis in the first couple of months of his life. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2814 A MAN'S body was found at the bottom of a viaduct in West Devon in the early hours of Thursday morning, January 19. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2813 A HORRABRIDGE woman who was diagnosed with cancer just six months after the death of her husband is taking part in the Plymouth Half Marathon this summer. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2812 A MAJOR milestone in the construction of the new £2. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2811 TWO men are setting out from Land's End next month on a 100-mile non-stop run for charity. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2796 WEST Devon villagers can now have access to an outreach service helping children with sensory, social, motor and learning issues and their families. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2795 A SPECTACULAR community event with 'rivers of light' is being planned to take place for the first time this February. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2794 THE Exeter Arms inOkehampton will be raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support tonight (Thursday) with a special ladies' night. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2793 A COMPANY based in Okehampton has recently completed a £2. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2792 In praise of Ed brED Miliband has had a shaky start as Labour leader. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2791 Aten-week arts project run by adults with learning difficulties at the Puzzletree Centre received a boost last week. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2790 A NEW traditional Tamar Valley Orchard is currently under construction in Harrowbarrow. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2789 IF one of your New Year's resolutions was to devote some of your free time to a charity then the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) would like you to get in touch. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2788 PADSTOW Touring and Holiday Parks has praised the hard work and business insight of students in the Business Studies department at Tavistock College. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2787 A BOX of much needed supplies sponsored by Tavistock-based holiday park, Woodovis Park, has arrived in Kenya to help those affected by the drought and famine. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2786 A RESIDENT angry about problems of dog fouling in Bere Alston has offered a £50 reward for information that leads to the successful prosecution of irresponsible owners. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2785 MEMBERS of the Okehampton Young Farmers Club are embarking upon a rather smelly fundraiser for the Devon Air Ambulance Trust. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2784 THE organisers of the Okehampton Battle of the Bands have announced the dates of the 2012 competition heats and the Party in the Park finale. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2783 THE Okehampton and District Community Transport Group is still on the hunt for new drivers after their latest recruitment drive. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2782 THE promotion of two key members of staff at Parklands will give twenty lucky people an opportunity to enjoy the centre's facilities for free. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2778 PARKLANDS Leisure Centre is launching a new fitness class to boost the confidence of those currently struggling to find employment. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2777 THE Peacocks store in Okehampton will stay open as administrators look for a buyer for the clothes retailer. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2776 YEAR nine geography students at Tavistock College had the opportunity to expand their classroom learning on population and migration, with a visit from a Plymouth-based organisation called START (Students and Refugees Together). Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2775 BUCKLAND Abbey near Yelverton was the scene of dancing and music last weekend, as the apple orchards were encouraged to bring forth a bumper crop with a traditional wassail ceremony. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2774 CHILDREN at Shebbear College Junior School had a treat recently, when they were visited by an RAF helicopter. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2773 A NEW charity shop has opened at the Margaret Green Rescue Centre at Wingletang, just outside Tavistock on the Brentor Road. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2772 REGULAR boarders at Mount House School welcomed a number of visiting boarders for the weekend outing to Battlefield Live at the Big Sheep near Bideford. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2771 YOUNG artists at Kelly College were thrilled to hear that their artwork, based on the natural world and inspired by the paintings of French artist Henri Rousseau, will be exhibited at Paignton Zoo until February 11. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2770 WOMEN in West Devon are being invited to join a new WI being set up to cover several areas. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2769 VIEWERS who tune in to the the popular Channel 4 television documentary series 'The Hotel' on Sunday evenings can look forward to seeing a West Devon couple 'star' in a forthcoming episode. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2768 AN enthusiastic Bere Ferrers audience enjoyed the second and final night of 'Déjà Vu II', a Victorian music hall evening at the Belinda O'Flynn Theatre, Bere Ferrers, recently. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2767 PHYL's Follies, the Postrbridge-based amateur dramatic group, are currently hard at work putting the final touches to their pantomime, Dick Whittington, which takes to the stage at the village hall next week. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2766 A WEST Devon man diagnosed with cancer four years ago has written a book about his experiences — and is helping spread the word about the importance of communication. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2765 A CHANCE to walk the quarryman's path is offered by the Dartmoor Preservation Association. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2764 FOR the 20th year running, West Devon author Lilian Harry is among the top most-borrowed authors in UK public libraries. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2763 CAR parking fees in Tavistock and Okehampton will be frozen this year and season ticket prices reduced to encourage more use of the car parks and try to stop motorists parking on residential streets. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2762 A WEST Devon based transport loan scheme can now offer more transport options thanks to a recent cash boost. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2761 THE Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust is running a series of volunteer events for families and local groups to help with fir tree removal and vegetation removal from around hut circles and ancient pounds on Bellever, near Postbridge on Dartmoor. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2760 CORNWALL's Camel Valley has it's vines — now Dartmoor can claim to have its very own, and much rarer, product. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2759 DARTMOOR is a walker's paradise, so it follows that there are masses of publications available to illustrate the beauty and challenge of the land. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2758 IN recent years Johnny Kingdom has been the 'voice of Exmoor' — plus the human face of course — due to his highly popular television series on BBC2. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2757 THE Tavistock branch of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign held its annual party in the town's Methodist Church hall last weekend. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2756 BERE Alston Trekkers (Bats) will be hosting their annual fundraising Big Breakfast on Saturday, January 28 in Bere Alston Parish Hall. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2755 A WEST Devon dentist will be 'filling' an important role at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2754 AN Olympian fundraising event held at Tavistock College on Saturday evening was definitely a winner. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2753 PARKING at Okehampton Medical Centre will be restricted for around six months from the end of January. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2752 THREE gardens in Cherubeer will be opening their gates for charity on Sunday for people to visit and enjoy. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2750 THE cast members of the latest production by the Actors of North Tawton have been learning dance steps with a difference in rehearsals. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2749 WEST Devon Borough Council officers and community service providers will be visiting Broadwoodkelly, Chagford, Exbourne and Hatherleigh next month for residents  to drop in, ask questions and pick up information. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2748 THE deadline for Hatherleigh residents to give their views on the future planning of the town is fast approaching. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2747 TAMAR Valley Methodist Church was filled to capacity on Sunday, when members of various denominations throughout Calstock came together for a united service to inaugurate Christian Unity week. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2746 TAVISTOCK Library is inviting jobseekers to take part in its free CV writing workshop. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2745 ANYONE with knowledge, memories or photographs of Tavistock's Bedford Hotel are being invited to a free coffee morning to reminisce and help a local author complete a book he has written about the hotel. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2744 THE proceeds of a village pantomime taking place in East Cornwall will go to Tavistock Muscular Dystrophy Group and Little Harbour, Cornwall's Children's Hospice. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT http://www.okehampton-today.co.uk/news.cfm?id=2743 HAVING touched down in the Mid-West last week to start life on a sporting scholarship at a university in the United States, a Tavistock student has already become noticed by fans of the its football team. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:31:00 GMT