Tavistock

Proposals for new Devon Centre on show

A steady stream of guests came through the doors of the Alexander Centre last week to view proposals and plans for a new Devon Centre in Tavistock.

Members of the public spoke to officers and council members during the day to find out more about developing Abbey Rise for community use which will include the learning disability service and facilities for young people.

Facilities...

Shoplifting series appeal, Tavistock

Police are asking the public to help identify four people they would like to speak to in connection with shoplifting offences in Tavistock.

A woman and three men entered Precious Things gift shop in Paddons Row some time between 3pm and 4pm on 7 December.

The woman paid for some items while the men concealed items worth around £30 in a shopping bag and left the shop.

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The Gala Christmas Concert

Simon Ible Conductor Lucy Hall Soprano

Mozart Overture and Zerlina’s arias from Don Giovanni Handel Overture, aria and choruses from Messiah Anderson Sleigh Ride Strauss Blue Danube Waltz Jaemus Downing Ninnarella premiere

The perfect way to begin the seasonal festivities in the stunning surroundings of St Eustachius Church. Prize winning soprano Lucy Hall will perform opera arias by Strauss, Donizetti and Puccini including Ah Mio Babbino caro. Embrace the festive spirit by singing along to traditional carols accompanied by the brilliant Ten Tors Orchestra.

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Driver made off without paying for fuel

Police are appealing for information after the driver of a 4x4 took fuel from a garage in Tavistock and drove off without paying for it.

The incident happened at around 1.45pm on Monday 25 November at the Tavistock Service Station on Plymouth Road (A386).

The vehicle is believed to be an old-style cream or silver Vauxhall Frontera, and the registration plate was partially shown...

Police seek witnesses to unprovoked attack in Tavistock

Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Tavistock.

On Saturday 1 October at around 1am in Bedford Square, a 20-year-old local man was approached near to the kebab van and punched twice to the face in an unprovoked attack.

He received slight injuries, including a cut lip.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the assault. Anyone with information is...

Police seek man in connection with attempted 'ringing the changes' scam

Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with an attempted ‘ringing the changes’ offence at a Tavistock garage.

A man went into Tavistock Service Station on 2 October and bought a couple of small items which he paid for with loose change.

He then asked the shop assistant if he could change some money and pulled out a bundle of £10...

Tavistock teenager fights off man with knife

Police are appealing for information from witnesses and medical staff after a teenage boy was threatened by a man with a knife in Tavistock.

The incident happened on Wednesday 25 September shortly after 9pm on a stony path off Watts Road, which runs over the old railway track.

The 16-year-old victim from Tavistock was approached by a man who demanded his belongings.

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A386 re-opens following serious collision on busy route to Tavistock Goose Fair

A stretch of the A386 has re-opened following a two-vehicle collision at Blackdown on Wednesday (9 October) which caused heavy delays towards the Tavistock Goose Fair.

Police were called to the scene of the collision on ‘Blackdown’ between Mary Tavy and Lydford, and closed the road in both directions.

The road closure caused severe traffic disruption, according to Devon and...

Police concern for welfare of missing man

Police are concerned for the welfare of Malcolm Russell, aged 53 years, who was last seen in the Tavistock area on Sunday 6 October at around 11pm.

Mr Russell is described as a white man, 6ft tall, of slight build, with short straight grey hair, blue eyes and a beard. He was wearing a black leather jacket with a hood, blue jeans and Kickers style shoes. Mr Russell is also carrying a...

Mad Dog Mcrea with support Sheelanagig The Wharf, Tavistock, Devon, 20/09/13

Mad Dog Mcrea with support Sheelanagig The Wharf, Tavistock, Devon, 20/09/13

Drink fuels sound and souls, Fast hands and hearts take the stage, Feet will not be still.

Last night I had the privilege of seeing two fabulous bands breathe much needed life into what is widely perceived as a wilting venue. Tavistock Wharf’s tale is one that seems to be upsettingly common in live...

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