May 7th 1954

On behalf of Hartland A.F.C., Ron Watson receives the championship trophy for the Kingsley League Division 1.

February 15th 1957

At Westward Ho! on a site adjoining the Front putting green and bus terminus and car parks, much-advocated additional public conveniences have been erected.

January 19th 1973

In recognition of their good work, the revitalised Torrington Youth Club were given a party in the Town Hall.

February 23rd 1962

Mr Bill Finn, Gordon Harris, Graham Moore, Mike Harris, Jimmy Harris, Len Daniel, Billy Evans and Roy Drew wait to tuck into a plate of turkey.

March 24th 1957

The voice that commandingly calls "Time, gentlemen, please" at the West of England Inn, Torrington, will soon be heard proclaiming "O yez."

January 27th 1967

Costing £20,000-£25,000, the repair work on Bideford's venerable Long Bridge is expected to finish in late spring.

February 27th, 1979

"It's like pennies from heaven - it's absolutely wonderful" said Miss Mollie Douglas, matron of Broomhayes, Northam, when yesterday a cheque as handed to her for £1,000.