Bottled Water Delivered as Station Opens After Supply Loss
A water company says it has opened a water station and delivered bottled water to vulnerable customers after a loss of supply.
Town Marshals Deter Anti-Social Behaviour in Coastal Towns
Looe and Saltash leaders want locals and holidaymakers to feel safe and welcome with new patrols.
GWR to Axe Devon and Cornwall Services Over Train Faults
A number of rail journeys will be cancelled across Devon and Cornwall from next week due to recurring issues with a fleet of trains,...
Pregnant Woman Spared Jail for Newquay Wine Glass Attack
A man's face was slashed open from eye to mouth after being attacked by a drunk woman with a wine glass during a pub altercation.
Middleton Seeks Consistency as Newquay Face Crucial Run
Newquay return to league action tomorrow at Mount Wise against Shepton Mallet, with a 3pm kick-off. The Peppermints have eight points from six fixtures so far, but if they are...
Staff Shortages Extend Newquay Minor Injury Unit Closure
Newquay's Minor Injury Unit will remain closed until October next year due to ongoing staffing issues. The decision to extend the temporary...
Loe Beach Near Feock Listed for Sale at £3 Million
Loe Beach near Feock in Cornwall has gone on the market for £3 million - but there could be a backlash.
Sewage Smell Blights Devon Holiday Park for Years
A holiday park boss condemns a water firm for not tackling a "sporadic" odour problem.
Essential Works to Close A380 Near Exeter
A main A-road near Exeter will be closed overnight this month due to essential repair works. . The A380 is scheduled to undergo four nights...
Cornwall Late-Night Crime Plan Targets Four Towns
Devon and Cornwall Police would like to see the introduction of community safety zones in four Cornish areas where there is a concentration...
Cornwall Marshals and Patrols Deter Anti-Social Behaviour
Concerns about anti-social behaviour in coastal towns have prompted local councils to pay security firms to patrol the streets and beaches.
Calstock Engine Shed Approved for Holiday Accommodation
Cornwall Council has granted conditional listed building consent for the conversion of the Grade II-listed building.
A30 Back Open After Camborne Car Fire
The A30 was partially shut this evening after a car caught fire. Traffic and travel website Inrix reported that the A30 westbound was...
Bideford Man Banned from Public Urination and Self-Pleasure
Police have banned a Bideford man from drinking alcohol in any public space after concerns about his alcohol-fuelled antisocial behaviour. On August 27, Robert Tellem, aged 29, pleaded guilty to...
Devon Campaign Encourages Suicide Conversations for Prevention Day
DEVON residents are being encouraged to have open conversations about suicide and mental health as part of this year's World Suicide...
Staffing Shortage Extends Newquay Minor Injuries Unit Closure
The temporary closure of a minor injuries unit has been extended because of a shortage of specialist clinicians. The unit at Newquay Hospital was initially closed on 21 August and...
North Devon Man Handed Three-Year Criminal Behaviour Order
POLICE have banned a Bideford man from drinking alcohol in any public space after concerns around his alcohol-fuelled antisocial behaviour.
Torbay Council Proposes 20mph Speed Limits Near Schools
New 20mph speed limits could be introduced around schools in Torbay to make it safer for pupils. Torbay Council said zones could be installed near six schools in Torquay, Paignton...
Exeter Man Jailed for Strangling Partner on Her Birthday
A 32-year-old Exeter man carried out a violent attack on his partner on her birthday, a court has heard. Michael Lockhart began arguing with the woman before pushing her and...
Isles of Scilly Steamship Group Chief Executive Resigns
The boss of a ferry and airline company has announced he will step down from his role early next year. The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group (ISSG) said its chief...
RNLI Lifeguards Rescue 11 in Newquay Beach Distress
One casualty had become submerged, unconscious and unresponsive in the water and was pulled to safety. 0. News.
Devon Couple Raises £10k to Find Missing Friend’s Family
A Devon couple have raised nearly £10,000 to help find their friend following devastating flash floods in Nepal.
Souvenir Edition Celebrates Life of Country Queen
Our souvenir edition celebrates the life of the Queen of Country.
Banks Face Criticism Over Devon 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...
Truro Property Declared No-Go Zone After Threatening Behaviour
Nightmare neighbours have been banned from entering their home after relentless anti-social behaviour in Truro.
Confidential Pact Aims to Boost Cornwall House Building
An agreement has been reached between councillors and the government with the aim of building thousands of homes. Cornwall Council said it had signed a confidential memorandum of understanding (MoU)...
Revised £6m Plan for Wonford Leisure Centre in Deprived Area
New plans have been submitted for a £6m refurbishment of a leisure centre in one of the most deprived areas of Devon.
Kirstie Allsopp Airlifted to Hospital After Devon Beach Birthday Fall
TV presenter Kirstie Allsopp has revealed she was airlifted to hospital after slipping on a muddy path during a birthday walk on a Devon beach. Allsopp, 55, was walking with...
Concern Over £3m Sale of Much-Loved Loe Beach
Concern is growing in a parish near Truro over the sale of a beach that has been used by generations of locals and visitors. Loe Beach, near Feock, is for...
Learn Devon Opens Latest Free Adult Education Courses
Learn Devon's latest programme of free adult education courses is getting underway across Devon this month (September).
Petitions Against Devon Council Reorganisation Presented in Parliament
More than 6,000 people have signed petitions urging the government to reverse its plans for local government reorganisation across the county. The petitions, started by Devon MPs Rebecca Smith (Conservative,...
MP Urges Fairer End-of-Life Care for South East Cornwall
MP Anna Gelderd heard how patients in South East Cornwall can face different levels of support depending on where they live.
Perranporth Beach Named One of UK’s Most Beautiful
One spot in Cornwall has been named one of the UK's most beautiful beaches by Tripadvisor reviewers, with dog owners particularly praising...
A38 Crash Causes Rush Hour Delays in Devon
Drivers should expect delays on the A38 after a crash in Devon. The road is partially blocked northbound at Dean Prior this morning...
Cornish Seal Sanctuary Rescues First Pup of Season
A seal sanctuary has taken in its first pup of the season, a grey female it has named Babybel. Mammal medics from the British Divers Marine...
DS Smith Confirms Launceston Closure, 165 Jobs Lost
After five months of limbo, DS Smith has confirmed that it will be ceasing production at its Launceston site.
Andy Burnham Commits to Reopen North Devon Maternity Unit
Andy Burnham has committed to reopening North Devon District Hospital's maternity unit during his first Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs).
Kirstie Allsopp Airlifted to Hospital After Devon Beach Fall
TV presenter Kirstie Allsopp was airlifted to hospital after slipping on a muddy path at a Devon beach and injuring her leg, she shared on...
Victim of Husband’s Rape Urges Others to Speak Out
Warning: This story contains graphic content which some readers might find distressing. A woman who was raped by her then husband is urging other victims of sexual assault to report...
Plymouth Brothers 3D Print Mobility Aids for Toddlers
Josh and Max Dixon make free toddler mobility trainers for families.
Holywell Cliff Fall Caused by Rock Fault
Geologist Paul Foster says the fault which had made the cave's colourful rocks caused the collapse.
Geologist Explains Holywell Cave Collapse Near Newquay
Geologist Paul Foster says the fault which had made the cave's colourful rocks caused the collapse.
Torbay Council Proposes 20mph Limits at Six More Schools
Six more schools in Torbay could get 20mph speed limits on surrounding roads as the council pushes ahead with its road safety programme. The council has asked for public views...
Beach Used as Toilet Prompts Licence Objection in Cornwall
Concerns are raised over an application for a pop-up licence in an area where a strict legal order was imposed to crack down.
Police Propose Community Safety Zones for Four Cornwall Towns
Police will today call for new 'Community Safety Zones' as a review takes place of how busy it is during the evenings in Newquay, Truro,...
Kirstie Allsopp Airlifted to Hospital After Devon Beach Birthday Fall
Kirstie Allsopp has said she was airlifted to hospital after falling during a walk on a Devon beach. The 55-year-old TV presenter slipped on a muddy patch and injured her...
North Devon Crash Closes A39 in Both Directions
The A39 was closed in both directions in North Devon after a crash this afternoon, Wednesday September 2. The crash shut the road north of Barnstaple between the turn-off for...
Cornwall’s Key School Term Dates Announced
The summer holidays are ending, and Cornwall's schools reopen tomorrow morning, Thursday September 3. After weeks of rest, children across the Duchy will return to class. Cornwall Council has confirmed...
Woman Dies After Tinside Lido Incident
A woman has died following an incident at Tinside Lido, which had prompted a large emergency response at the waterfront venue this afternoon...
Planners Approve 105 Homes on Green Wedge Between Rockbeare and Cranbrook
East Devon planners have approved an outline plan for up to 105 new homes on a green wedge of land south of London Road, which currently separates the village of...