Newton Poppleford29 Jan 2026'The sofa's floating, downstairs is ruined'Andy Matthews and his dog Lokie were rescued from the window of their home after a river flooded. 29 Jan 202625 Jul 2025Man killed sister with hammer at home they sharedRichard Law hit his older sister Judith at least six times as she lay in bed, Exeter Crown Court hears.25 Jul 20258 Mar 2025Village asks to take ownership of public toiletA parish council proposes taking over the "very old" toilets to upgrade them.8 Mar 202523 Jan 2025Man charged over murder in Newton PopplefordA 67-year-man from the Devon village has been charged with murder.23 Jan 202517 Jan 2025Murder arrest after 70-year-old woman diesA 67-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder after the woman died in Devon.17 Jan 202525 May 2023Flood victim calls marines to help clear up gardenHilary Pinfold contacted the local barracks and was "delighted" when 44 marines turned up.25 May 202327 Feb 2023Villagers urge council to replace Devon footbridgePeople would have to walk on "incredibly dangerous" A road without bridge link, villagers say.27 Feb 202323 Aug 2022Motorcyclist seriously hurt in crashPolice are appealing for witnesses to the crash which involved a motorcycle, cement mixer and van.23 Aug 202222 Jul 2022Councillors to have say on crossing changesA report on improvements such as a camera will go to the parish council after a man was killed.22 Jul 2022...
