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Local News 'I thought the premise was a bit silly': Michael Crawshaw on writing, Russia and outsiders in his new book, The Gerasimov Doctrine

Michael Crawshaw is the genius behind the Mickey Summer series. His journey from a chemistry enthusiast to an award-winning head of research at top investment banks has paved the way for his unique ability to craft fact-based fiction.

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29th Sep 2023

Advertisement Features Unveiling the Intrigue: 'The Gerasimov Doctrine' by Michael Crawshaw

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20th Sep 2023

Local News Hardwicke Circus to bring critically-acclaimed rock 'n' roll sound to pubs all over the UK

Emerging rock 'n' roll band Hardwicke Circus is set to bring its unique sound to Stonegate Group pubs all over the UK this autumn.

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20th Sep 2023

CRICKETING MEMORIES (PART ONE): Down in the dumps until cockney Den came to town

By Philip Evans

16th Nov 2020 | Sports Features

Uplyme Cricket Club pictured in the 1960s at a testimonial for Somerset County Cricket Club. The Somerset players include Bill Alley and Peter White. Uplyme players include Paul Apanasewicz, Jim Stone, Jim Draper, Bob Mason and Ray Lewis. The mascot is a

By Philip Evans

YOU won't find a more quintessential cricket ground than Uplyme's. The village church stands high above the ground, a stream trickles silently around the field and the pub is within staggering distance.

SPORTS NOSTALGIA: 1966 - the year England won the World Cup, Millwey got promotion and at home we got electricity!

By Philip Evans

16th Nov 2020 | Sports Features

MIllwey Rise FC - the 1965-66 promotion team

I came back from Dorset in the early Spring of 1965 after three years away. The agricultural machinery company I worked for in Dorset became South Western Farmers when it aquired East Devon Farmers and I was promoted to be their first machinery salesman in Devon.

We moved into Rakehill Cottage, whose postal address was Wilmington, although it was nearer Stockland Hill TV mast than the village. We rented it from Major Hatswell at Wylmington Hayes, one of several properties he owned locally. There was no electricity but this was promised to arrive within twelve months. The cottage's saving grace was an Aga which provided warmth, hot water and our cooking facilities. Illumination was by oil or tilley lamp, and the occasional candle when we ran out of paraffin.

Bridport appoint former pro as new manager

By Philip Evans

16th Nov 2020 | Football

SPORT: Bees appoint former pro as new manager

A former professional footballer with past connections with the club has been appointed manager of Bridport FC.

Bees manager steps down after a string of poor results

By Philip Evans

3rd Nov 2020 | Football

Manager Jamie Manley has parted company with Bridport FC

BRIDPORT Football Club has parted company with their 1st X1 management team following a spate of poor results.

Following last Saturday's 5-0 defeat against Hallen, club chairman Adrian Scadding discussed the team's recent performances with manager Jamie Manley.

Axminster Reserves' close encounter with Cranbrook

By Philip Evans

3rd Nov 2020 | Football

Axminster Reserves maintained their three point lead at the top of the Devon & Exeter League Division Two East with a 4-3 win over mid-tablers Cranbrook.

With Cranbrook having won just two of their opening seven games, the Tigers were expecting a more comfortable afternoon at Tiger Way.

Uplyme Reserves continue goalscoring form

By Philip Evans

3rd Nov 2020 | Football

Uplyme Reserves 12,

A very wet morning led to a great day for some football. With Alex Jones taking on management duties for this week, the Uplyme second string carried over their great form from recent weeks starting strong, applying lots of pressure as a team, and working it from back to front.

Seaton Ladies victory over Plainmoor

By Philip Evans

2nd Nov 2020 | Football

Seaton Ladies pictured before their victory over Plainmoor

Seaton Ladies had a free week and enjoyed a well deserved break after playing three games in seven days before hosting Plainmoor who were in great form having several subs and starting the game on the back of two wins.

Both teams were evenly matched. Seaton started sluggish and struggled to link up through the channels. Plainmoor picked up some second balls in the middle of the park and managed to win a corner. Unfortunately for Seaton, Plainmoor managed to covert the corner into a goal, leading 1-0.

Local football results

By Philip Evans

1st Nov 2020 | Football