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Devon and Cornwall Police are continuing to investigate a serious incident that occurred in Exeter in the early hours of Saturday morning. The incident occurred at the junction of Cowick Street and Old Vicarage Road, St Thomas Exeter. One male remains in a critical condition at Derriford hospital. Roads within the area were closed for a period of time to allow specialist investigators to deal with the incident and we are grateful for patience shown by the local community. Police are appealing for information to trace a vehicle that is of interest to the investigation. The vehicle sought is...

The Met Office is warning that areas of heavy rain are likely affect parts of Devon this morning (Monday).

Forecasters say the rain should start clearing by early afternoon, but are warning to be aware of the possibility of localised surface water flooding, as well as minor disruption to road travel and outdoor activities.

The Exeter-based agency’s Chief Forecaster said: A zone of moist, warm air covers the UK at present, and as developments in the Atlantic move northeast, some heavy rain is likely to develop.

“30-40mm of rain could fall locally within around six...

Dozens of firefighters were called to tackle a large barn fire involving 4,000 litres of diesel near Exeter in the early hours of today (Sunday 9 August).

Fire engines from Middlemoor, Danes Castle and Topsham were sent to the blaze at New House Farm in Clyst Honiton at around 1am.

On arrival crews requested a fourth appliance. The water bowser from Danes Castle and the incident command unit from Honiton were also sent, and the fourth appliance came from Ottery St Mary.

Crews then requested the environmental protection unit, which was mobilised from Newton Abbot due...

If you need some family inspiration this summer then look no further than Killerton. The Outdoor Team has created an action packed programme of weekly events for August that will inspire and entertain all members of your family. Some of these events are a first for Killerton, and the National Trust Rangers are very excited at this new opportunity to show off the wild side of the estate.

‘Try it Tuesdays’ give taster sessions of sports and activities including rock climbing, laser clay pigeon shooting, cricket, tag rugby, archery and more. You can turn up and join in any time...