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Devon and Cornwall attractions face surging costs

Devon and Cornwall attractions face surging costs

Kirk EnglandSouth West environment and tourism correspondentRick TurnerRick Turner is urging visitor attractions to adapt to the economic climate or risk closureLike the main attraction at his theme park, Rick Turner says it has been a "rollercoaster year" for the sector."Costs have increased massively," the owner of The Big Sheep in north Devon said, reflecting on the state of the region's visitor attractions."It's terrifying times."Mr Turner, who is also the chairman of Devon's Top Attractions, said "there will…

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Radio Cornwall presenters to join in three-legged challenge

Radio Cornwall presenters to join in three-legged challenge

BBCYoung farmers in Cornwall helped James Churchfield prepareBBC radio presenters will be attempting to complete part of a 1,000 mile three-legged challenge for Children in Need (CIN). Each BBC Local radio station is hoping to complete 25 miles (40.23 km) on 4 and 5 November towards a combined total of 1,000 miles. BBC Radio Cornwall's James Churchfield and James Dundon are both hoping to complete 12.5 miles (20.12km) over the two days.They will be walking each mile tethered…

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Gambling addiction in the armed forces

Gambling addiction in the armed forces

Alastair Fee,File on 4 Investigates and Jim Booth,ProducerGetty ImagesThe Ministry of Defence says it has support at "every level" of the armed servicesUp to 15 hours a day, placing bets 10 times his wage. A serving member of the armed forces has told File on 4 Investigates that a gambling problem is easy to hide in the military.Paul, not his real name, started gambling illegally at 16 at the bookies but it was in the forces he says…

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Trump rules out VP run in 2028, but says he ‘would love’ a third term | Donald Trump News

US president muses about a third term in office despite the constitution barring him from doing so.Published On 28 Oct 202528 Oct 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareUnited States President Donald Trump has ruled out running for vice president in the 2028 election but said he “would love” to serve a third term in office.The comments on Monday came despite the US Constitution barring anyone from being elected to the country’s presidency for a third time.Recommended Stories…

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‘Derailment’ warning as world faces threats to its ability to act on climate change

The worsening consequences of the climate crisis could fatally “derail” climate action, researchers have warned. With global warming breaching 1.5°C – and Earth system tipping points, such as the widespread dieback of warm-water coral reefs, now being reached – the consequences of climate change are guaranteed to escalate. The new report – by the Strategic Climate Risks Initiative (SCRI), the University of Exeter, University College London’s Climate Action Unit, and the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) –…

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Hamas hands over remains of captive as Israeli drone strike kills two | Gaza News

Hamas has handed over the remains of another dead captive to Israel, hours after an Israeli drone attack in southern Gaza killed two Palestinians amid a fragile ceasefire.The Israeli military said on Monday that the Red Cross had taken custody of the coffin and was in the process of transporting it to the army’s troops in Gaza.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listUnder the terms of a United States-brokered ceasefire that took effect on October 10, Hamas…

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Memorial to LGBT veterans means ‘no more shame’

Memorial to LGBT veterans means ‘no more shame’

Georgina BarnesSouth WestRuth BirchRuth Birch and Julia Currey, shown 22 years apart, met each other in the armyA woman who had to hide her relationship with her now-wife has described a new memorial recognising lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender military personnel as a "significant piece of history".The sculpture, named An Opened Letter, was unveiled by King Charles III to commemorate LGBT+ veterans affected by the ban of same-sex couples in the armed forces until 2000.Ruth Birch, from Truro…

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Flood prevention tree planting scheme looking for volunteers

Flood prevention tree planting scheme looking for volunteers

An environmental group which plants 20,000 trees and hedgerows a year across Somerset is on the lookout for more volunteers to offer their land.Reimagining the Levels (RtL) was borne out of the 2014 floods in the county and tries to reduce the impact of flooding by slowing the flow of waters.The group has planted more than 120,000 trees so far, helping private land owners to provide shelter and diversity.Kate Towers, from Compton Dundon, said the scheme was "good…

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Man jailed over three-hour garage rooftop standoff in Cornwall

Man jailed over three-hour garage rooftop standoff in Cornwall

Devon and Cornwall PoliceLawry Alison threatened to blow up police and the garageA man who threatened to set fire to a petrol station and climbed on its roof, sparking a major emergency service response, has been jailed for 27 months.Lawry Alison, 24, from Polstain Road in Threemilestone, Cornwall, climbed on the roof of Biscovey Garage in St Blazey Gate, near St Austell, on 15 September. While there, he damaged cabling and antennas and made racial comments to members…

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Bridgwater one-way system to be reviewed, Somerset Council say

Bridgwater one-way system to be reviewed, Somerset Council say

BBCThe new one-way system affects Salmon Parade and East Quay in BridgwaterA council has decided to review a controversial one-way system after a petition against it was signed by more than 5,000 people.As part of the Celebration Mile works in Bridgwater, Somerset, East Quay and Salmon Parade have been made one-way to traffic.Councillor Bill Revans, the Liberal Democrat leader of Somerset Council said: "We've listened carefully to residents and local businesses, and are already taking another look. It…

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Eastern Airways on brink of collapse putting with jobs at risk

Eastern Airways on brink of collapse putting with jobs at risk

UK regional airline Eastern Airways is on the brink of collapse, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.The company filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator on Monday after several flights were cancelled, including between between Teesside and Aberdeen.The airline operates across the UK, Ireland and Europe, and runs services supported by the Scottish government for people in the northernmost point of mainland UK. Eastern Airways and The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) have been approached for…

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Winter Fore Street Flea – Exeter Observer

Winter Fore Street Flea – Exeter Observer

Winter Fore Street Flea - Exeter ObserverKeep our reporting free for everyone to read  Upgrade to paidEO Exeter Observer Local news that matters ON OUR RADARMarket selling vintage items, handmade craft, food and drink with live music from local artists returns for a winter edition.Leigh CurtisFore Street Flea returns on Sunday 23 November with stalls selling jewellery, crafts, clothing, records, second-hand items and food and drink.There will also be live music, street performances and other activities.The market was…

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