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Firefighters helped the ambulance service rescue two people from a river in West Street, Okehampton in the early hours of this morning.

At 3.21am fire crew were asked by the ambulance service to attend the incident, which saw two people in two foot of water.

One female had sustained injuries and crews in dry suits used a spinal board and a 105 ladder to rescue her. One male was assisted from the water by crews also.

The female was conveyed to hospital by ambulance crews. Her medical status is currently unknown.

It is currently unknown how the pair came to be...

A car accident that took place on the A361, just North of South Molton, earlier today has resulted in a member of the public being pronounced dead at the scene

The incident, involving two vehicles, also resulted in two other casualties being air lifted to hospital with serious injuries.

Police and other emergency services attended the scene, with the accident believed to have taken place at 11am.

The road is expected to be closed for some time whilst the thorough police investigation takes place.

The A361 North Devon Link Road, South Molton, is closed both...

Devon and Cornwall Police have reiterated their warning to football fans to have fun, but drink responsibly during this summer’s FIFA World Cup. During previous football tournaments incidents of alcohol-related violence, including domestic abuse, have increased – particularly following England games. Alcohol plays a significant factor in these incidents and people may be drinking more alcohol whilst watching the World Cup matches. Over the next four weeks, police will be raising awareness of the link between alcohol and violence. In 2010, Devon and Cornwall Police recorded a 28% increase...

With 100 stunning coastal walks to choose from, the Great South West Walks 2014 is now open for bookings.

These specially selected circular walks by the South West Coast Path Association, will take place across Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset from 20-28 September.

Walkers can look forward to taking part in easy and family friendly strolls as well as challenging and rough terrain treks; many of the walks have themes such as history and wildlife, mining heritage, foraging, Jurassic geology and even a barefoot hike - each guided by an expert walk leader.

The event...