Fundraisers Celebrated in BBC Cornwall Make a Difference Awards
Bex Fennell (l) and Sophie Alway (r) scaled the highest mountains in Scotland, Wales and England for the charity Georgia's Voice.
Planners Approve 105 Homes on Green Wedge
Claims public might think separation policy 'not worth paper it is written on' but developer has scaled down plans. News.
Paignton Church to Be Demolished for 25 Council Flats
Work is to get underway to demolish a church in Paignton and build 25 apartments. . A new development of social housing will replace the...
Truro MP Urges New Post Office Site as Closure Nears
MP for Falmouth and Truro, Jayne Kirkham, is leading the charge to find a new...
Cornwall Beach Named One of UK’s Most Beautiful Is Better in September
Enjoy the bracing sea air on this small but mighty beach that offers golden sands and far-reaching views.
Second Crash in Two Days Shuts A381
The A381 is closed in both directions while Devon and Cornwall Police carry out an accident investigation. This is the second time in two days the South Devon road has...
Fleeing Diners Shamed Into Paying St Ives Restaurant Bill
Three men who slipped out of a side door at Beer & Bird in St Ives after enjoying drinks, burgers and a plate of wings on Friday evening have now...
Thieves Steal Thousands in Tools from Torquay Cemetery
Callous thieves made off with tools worth thousands used to look after people's graves. Article continues below.
Rain and Mud Fail to Dampen Great Trethew Rally
The annual event delivered its usual feast of vintage machinery, with historic tractors, steam traction engines, classic motorcycles,...
Cornwall Firefighters Join US 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Three firefighters from Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service have taken part in a powerful 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb.
Suspended Sentence for Assault Near Ottery St Mary Pub
A man was left with serious head injuries after being attacked near a pub in Ottery St Mary. Samuel Whitcombe's victim was walking along Brook Street and was approaching the...
Exeter Care Home Manager Stole £30k from Residents for Gambling
A care home manager with gambling and alcohol addictions stole £30,000 from two residents. Paul Blinkhorn used their debit cards to help himself to their funds. He later handed himself...
Cornwall Pothole Reports Hit Three-Year High
Cornwall Council is fighting drivers' corner, spending £10.2 million fixing potholes in three years, making 98% safe within 48 hours,...
Plymouth to Santander Ferry Trip Is a No-Brainer
For no-flying fan John and his family the trip to Spain on the ferry is part of the holiday - and hassle free.
Ride-On Mower Donation Supports Seven-Acre Newquay Orchard
The mower was gifted by SUEZ, a recycling and recovery company, to support the upkeep of the orchard's seven-acre site.
South West Water Explains Days-Long Devon Supply Issues
South West Water has explained what has caused issues to the water supply in several Devon towns over the last few days.
Seaton Carnival 2026: Illuminated Processions Return in Pictures and Video
Illuminated carnival processions returned to the streets of the South West on Saturday night as Seaton Carnival got the East Devon circuit...
Local Artists Open Doors for Devon Open Studios 2026
Artists across Devon are offering the public a chance to meet them in their creative spaces this month.
Red Bull’s Up The Mast Challenge Returns to Plymouth
Red Bull says its Up The Mast challenge would take place in Plymouth on 26 September.
South West Water Confirms Most Devon Supplies Restored
South West Water has said that most customers affected by a water outage have had their supplies restored. Supplies were disrupted in Buckfastleigh, Kingsbridge, Paignton and Totnes in Devon, with...
Bodies of French Fishermen Missing in Channel Recovered
The bodies of two French fishermen who went missing when their trawler sank in the English Channel have been found, according to French prosecutors. The Maranello sank off the coast...
Devon Teen Reaches Under-18 Beatboxing Final
A 16-year-old beatboxer from Devon has reached the final of the UK's national under-18 beatboxing championships after impressing judges with a video audition. Sonny, known by his stage name SonnyT,...
Cornwall Vets Say Pets Give Homeless Stability
A charity that helps homeless people care for their pets says the animals often provide the "only thing in their life that gives them any...
Looe Council Seeks New Town Crier
The successful candidate will help represent Looe, meet residents and visitors and support community events.
Tourists Flock to Devon’s Rare Rainforest Gorge and Waterfall
Lana Hartley, who lives in and travels Devon in her campervan, has showcased a stunning 'temperate rainforest' in the county that she...
Tiverton Garage Housing Plan Draws Anger Over Emergency Access
A row of garages could be demolished under plans by Mid Devon District Council to add a dozen affordable homes to its social housing stock. The proposal for 12 affordable...
Devon MPs Condemn Banks Over Rural Branch Closures
Britain’s biggest banks have come under fire from MPs over the “decimation” of rural services, which is leaving people in places like Devon out in the cold. South Devon Liberal...
Right-Side Seats Offer More Legroom on Ryanair and EasyJet
It all depends which plane you are flying on for your holiday.
Devon Tourism Bosses Reveal Summer Winners and Losers
Devon's tourism businesses have hailed a positive summer season with strong visitor numbers and solid spending, but heatwaves and...
Exeter Man Arrested After Paedophile Hunter Confrontation
A 48-year-old Exeter man was arrested after being doorstepped by a paedophile hunter group, a court heard. Article continues below.
Exeter Councillors Propose Water Stations After Record Heatwaves
Councillors say Exeter needs better hydration and are pressing the city to install more public water stations. Green councillors will bring a motion to the full council meeting on September...
Free Cornwall Wellbeing Walks Help Older Adults Stay Active
There's a new push in Cornwall to help older adults stay active and social through free Wellbeing Walks, as new national guidance recommends at least one...
Green Councillors Ask Exeter to ‘Show Some Bottle’ on Water Stations
Exeter Green councillors are calling for the city to 'show some bottle' and back their call for public water stations on authority-owned...
Cornwall National Trust Sites Announce Autumn Events
Cornwall's National Trust properties are preparing for a busy autumn of events. Families, history enthusiasts, walkers and craft lovers can explore Antony, Cotehele and Lanhydrock over the coming months. As...
Exeter Chiefs Fall to Scarlets in Pre-Season Friendly
Exeter Chiefs lost 15-36 at home to United Rugby Championship side the Scarlets on Saturday. It was the Chiefs' first run-out of the new campaign, with the side having finished...
Cornish Charity Backs Legal Protection for Resting Seals
The Seal Research Trust backs calls to make deliberate seal disturbance an offence.
Crash Blocks A38 Lane Near Exeter Racecourse
The A38 is flowing again after a crash blocked one lane earlier this afternoon, Saturday, September 5. Slow traffic was reported near Haldon Hill, close to the Exeter Racecourse junction....
South West Wildfire Risk Remains After Devastating Summer
Firefighters in Jersey, Devon and Cornwall have warned the risk of wildfires remains high after one of the busiest summers in recent years.
Launceston Box Plant Closure Confirmed, 165 Jobs Lost
The historic box company DS Smith has confirmed that all 165 staff at its Launceston plant will lose their jobs. The international paper and packaging firm has been a major...
St Mabyn Pensioner Caught With Child Rape Images
A pensioner who was caught with images of children as young as six being anally raped and bound has avoided jail. James Sharratt was found in possession of four category...
Squishy Dumpling Toys Pose Toxic Chemical Risk
Popular squishy dumpling toys that look "cute and harmless" could be toxic for children. Article continues below. Cornwall Council's Trading...
Campaigner Carries Nine-Foot Tiger on 1,000-Mile Trek to Cornwall
Paul Goldstein and the tiger are due to cross into Cornwall this weekend.
St Ives Among Europe’s Top Holiday Destinations
TODAY we are in St Ives as we continue our serialisation of the travel book, Cornwall Favourites For One And All!: A Quick Guide To Good...
Declan Donnelly Admits Breaking Law at Bridgwater Services
Declan Donnelly has admitted he "broke the law" and "nearly got arrested" after a shoplifting incident at Bridgwater Services. As TV presenting icons, Dec and his long-standing co-host and friend...
South West Water Apologises as Devon Towns Hit by Supply Issues
People in Buckfastleigh, Paignton, Kingsbridge and Totnes are experiencing supply issues.
Devon Green Projects Nominated for BBC Make a Difference Award
Four projects have been nominated in the environmental category of BBC Radio Devon's Make a Difference Awards. The Growing Well Garden in Bow, the Sampford Peverell Tree Wardens in mid-Devon,...
Cornwall Active Champions Up for Sporting and Community Award
A Newquay boxing gym and a men's walking group in Falmouth are in the running for a BBC Radio Cornwall Make a Difference Award. The founder of an ultra-marathon race...
DS Smith Confirms Launceston Plant Closure, 165 Jobs Lost
DS Smith, an international packaging company, has confirmed it will close its box plant in Launceston, Cornwall, leading to 165 job losses. The firm began consulting employees earlier this year...