Herald Express; Torquay (UK)

Every Dog has Their Day at Village Races

AND they're off. Stormin' Norman the Labradoodle (pictured left) heads for the finish line at the Collaton St Mary annual dog racing competition. More than Pounds 2,000 was raised for the village church at the event which saw 63 dogs crossing the start line.

Teen 'Gentle Giant' Kicked and Punched in Attack ; Court Hears Assault by Pair Was Unprovoked

A TEENAGE 'gentle giant' was subjected to a vicious unprovoked attack in broad daylight as he walked home from buying his mother a birthday card, a jury has heard. Exeter Crown Court heard the 16year-old was first punched in the face and then repeatedly punched and kicked by two young men who left him bleeding and bruised as they ran off.

New 'Academy' Will Be Tasty Treat for Chocoholics

SALCOMBE is renowned for its quality food produce, from luxury ice-cream through to bakeries and a number of high end restaurants. Hoping to join the elite list this weekend will be the Salcombe Chocolate Academy which opens its doors on Sunday, complete with Michelin starred chocolatier Miguel Blanchet.

Good Weather Hope for Parade

RAIN may hold off for Torbay Carnival's procession today. The grey clouds are expected to lift as up to 70 floats parade through Paignton from 6pm.

New Scheme to Enrol Fire Cadets

A FIRE cadet scheme is starting in Newton Abbot. Youngsters who are keen on getting involved in mock rescue operations, learning life skills and being part of a team have the opportunity to become a fire cadet.

Tourist Industry Needs Good Shake-Up ; Your Views

I WAS in Torbay in 2004 and couldn't help but notice the lack of basic facilities like toilets, showers, change sheds for swimming, barbecues, tables and shade sheds to sit in to have a meal, and play equipment for the children. I know Torbay well as I grew up in the area. It is such a beautiful area. I was just reading about the Torbay area missing out on big conferences because of the lack of suitable hotels. I sure they miss out on lots of tourists as well in the season because of the lack...

Christening Outfit Is Gown but Not Out 125 Years On

A TEIGNMOUTH tot has been baptised in a christening gown used by generations of her family over 125 years. Three-month-old George Parfitt is the fifth generation of his family to be christened in the Victorian cotton and lace garment.

Who Beamed Up Museum Banner? ; Appeal After Sci-Fi Hoarding Goes Missing

AN ADVERTISING hoarding for a sci-fi exhibition at Torquay Museum has vanished into thin air. Head-scratching staff are even thinking their 'Alien Invasion' banner may have been swiped by visitors from outer space.

Bargains for Bordeaux Lovers to Snap Up

I AM always a bit sceptical about supermarket wine offers for quite often the 'special' price is more likely to be the one the wine should have been selling at in the first place. However, Bordeaux lovers can snap up a couple of bargains in Tesco at the moment -- each of them from the outstanding 2005 vintage. RESERVE ST CLAIR LUSSAC SAINTEMILLION 2005 .................................................................... . Tesco Pounds 6.99 (normally Pounds .......................................

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Howard 50 Saves Game ; Francis Clark Devon Cricket League B Division 2nd Xi

CHUDLEIGH were left to reflect on some slipshod fielding that potentially cost them a better result against Clyst St George. Chasing 168 to win in 46 overs, depleted Chudleigh were 128 for six in reply and glad to get away with a losing draw.

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Mayor Goes for Urban Splash for Oldway

TORBAY mayor Nick Bye (pictured) has chosen a developer for Oldway Mansion, saying the council has spent years 'running away' from making a decision on the historic building. After just under one hour of debate Mr Bye, who is also standing for selection as prospective parliamentary candidate in Totnes, selected Urban Splash as the preferred firm to revitalise Oldway Mansion.

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The News Quiz

1 The president of which European country collapsed while jogging? 2 Which British actress was mobbed by wellwishers on her arrival in Kathmandu 3 Women could be consuming over a quarter of their daily calories with which drink? 4 The Blue Peter garden is to be moved to where in 2011? ANSWERS: 1.

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Wealth Warning - Loan & Credit Card Scandal ; Advertisement Feature Payment Protection Insurance - Is This the Biggest 'Bank Robbery' in History?

Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) policies are designed to cover the cost of loan or credit card repayments in the event that the customer is off sick from work or has become unemployed. However, Renaissance Easy Claim, a leading financial complaints company, is warning that many people were sold policies they didn't want or need and so could be due compensation. Andy Humphries, Managing Director of Renaissance explains, "The main problems with PPI are that many people don't really need the ...

Week of Fun Events Raises Pounds 4,000 for Lifeboat

HUNDREDS of spectators enjoyed a raft of fun and informative events during Torbay Lifeboat Week. The annual event raised around Pounds 4,000 and included a host of activities from sailing and raft races; Royal Navy parachute jumps into Brixham Harbour; angling, rugby and five-aside contests; sea safety displays; live music; a summer ball; quizzes; stalls and a grand prize giving ceremony.

Explaining the Country Folk Lingo ; Brian Carter's Country Www.Thisissouthdevon.Co.Uk

BEFORE the 20th Century was 50 years old we lived close to nature. And for my generation the old collective nouns for wildlife still strike a chord. Here are some of them: A cete of badgers; a slink of foxes; a cast of hawks; a fall of woodcock; a congregation of plovers; and a murmuration of starlings.