M5 lane in Devon remains closed after resurfacing overruns
One lane is closed on the M5 southbound after overnight works overran, highways bosses say. The lane is closed between junctions 28 and 29 because resurfacing works had “not been completed”, said National Highways on X, adding that it would…
Blue lobsters in Devon and Cornwall waters rising, say scientists
Jonathan MorrisSouth West and George ThorpeSouth West BBC Blue lobsters have a genetic mutation which produces the vivid colour Bright blue lobsters have long been considered one of nature’s wonders, widely touted as a one-in-two-million find. But scientists and hatchery…
Giant Sun artwork rises in Plymouth’s Market Hall
A monumental new artwork representing the Sun has arrived in Plymouth. Internationally renowned artist Luke Jerram has brought his latest installation, Helios, to the Market Hall in Devonport. The 23ft (7m) wide inflatable sphere is illuminated and accompanied by audio…
Andrew Parkinson: Plymouth Argyle chief executive officer resigns
Andrew Parkinson has quit his role as Plymouth Argyle’s chief executive officer after just over six years in the job. Parkinson, one of the key figures behind the ultimately ill-fated appointment of Wayne Rooney as Argyle boss last year, became…
Andrew Oluwabori: Yeovil Town bring Exeter City forward back on loan
Yeovil Town have signed Exeter City forward Andrew Oluwabori on loan until January 2026. The 23-year-old moved to the Grecians from FC Halifax Town in February and has made eight appearances for the club. His only goal came in the…
More seahorses being spotted close to the shore in South West
Watch: Seahorses off the coast of Devon and Cornwall A conservationist has said more sightings of seahorses have been reported in the waters around the South West recently. Neil Garrick-Maidment, the founder of Devon-based The Seahorse Trust, said two of…
Getting SEN support is ‘like fighting a war’
Miles DavisDevon political reporter BBC Rachel Turner says trying to get the education her daughter is legally entitled to is “a constant battle” The mother of an autistic teenager says her council’s special educational needs service has “failed” her daughter….
Trial date set for man accused of murdering inmate
A man accused of murdering a fellow prison inmate has been told his trial will take place next year. James Desborough, 39, from Cornwall appeared before Exeter Crown Court on Friday accused of murdering Steven Kempster, 65, who police said…
Families rescued after fire breaks out at Sherford flats
BBC The fire broke out at Aquila Drive in Sherford on Thursday evening Twenty eight people were rescued while a further two evacuated themselves after fire broke out at a block of flats. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service…
Devon sports clubs recognised for positive impact
BBC “Women come out of boxercise feeling awesome,” says Phoenix Rising founder Claire Lear Sporting clubs are being recognised for making a change to people’s physical and mental wellbeing. Four organisations have been nominated for the Active Award in BBC…