Bomber 'didn't intend to die in jail'published at 16:56 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
An inquest concludes Nicky Reilly "acted impulsively" before he was found hanging in his cell.
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Council protest over harassment accused
Derriford Hospital gets £30m towards A&E extension
Farmer jailed for letting calf starve
Man has two broken bones after cyclist crashes into him
Seal dies after being "harassed" into sea
NHS trying to contact hepatitis C sufferers in South West
Updates on Friday 7 December 2018
Bomber 'didn't intend to die in jail'published at 16:56 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Weather: A frost-free night with scattered showerspublished at 16:50 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
It will be a less mild night than Thursday with a strong westerly wind keeping it frost-free.
There will be scattered showers but a few clear intervals as well.
Minimum temperature overnight of 5C (41F).
Wedlake & Moyle sign new Pirates dealspublished at 16:42 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Cornish Pirates backs Kyle Moyle and Robin Wedlake agree new deals with the Championship club until the summer of 2021.
Read MorePermanent closure of 'high-speed rat run' approvedpublished at 16:22 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Daniel Clark
Local Democracy Reporting ServiceUnanimous approval was given to permanently shutting a "high-speed rat run" through the middle of Clyst Honiton.
An experimental traffic regulation order - which saw the roundabout arm to Clyst Honiton closed off with concrete barriers - was introduced in November 2017.
It followed a survey of residents in the village where 86% supported the closure as there was a perception traffic was increasing through the village.
The East Devon Highways and Traffic Orders Committee unanimously agreed on Friday that the closure should be made permanent - with bollards and a gate set to be installed.
The alternative route from the roundabout to the village is via the Clyst Honiton bypass.
The total scheme cost, including all design, legal and works costs is estimated to be £115,000.
Image source, Daniel ClarkQuote MessageIt has been fantastic to bring the bypass forward but it didn't improve quality of life for the people of Clyst Honiton - but this will deliver it. It will make it into a cul-de-sac and reduce the traffic in the area."
Sara Randall-Johnson, East Devon District Council
Overnight closures on the A380published at 16:10 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
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End of twitter postSeal dies after being 'harassed' into seapublished at 15:32 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Animal rescue charities are warning people to stay away from seals which they find on beaches.
Read MoreRail strike planned for Christmas weekendpublished at 15:31 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
RMT union drivers and guards on South Western Railway are to walk out on 22 December.
Read MoreFlood alerts issued for parts of Cornwallpublished at 15:15 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
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End of twitter postFarmer jailed for letting calf starvepublished at 14:53 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
William Dolley was imprisoned for 18 weeks and banned from keeping animals for five years.
Read MoreCouncil protest over harassment accusedpublished at 14:48 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Seven councillors walked out of a meeting when colleague Brian Greenslade was speaking.
Read MoreBloodhound supersonic car project axedpublished at 14:20 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
The driver of the 1,000mph supersonic vehicle says the car is available for the cost of a Ferrari.
Read MoreReality Check: Your Christmas tree's carbon footprintpublished at 13:29 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Reality CheckThey're the ultimate Christmas decoration and millions are bought in Devon and Cornwall and across the UK each year.
But what impact do Christmas trees - real and artificial - have on the environment?
Reality Check's Lora Jones takes a look...
Media caption, Reality Check: Your Christmas tree's carbon footprint
Plymouth hospital staff 'over the moon' with fundingpublished at 13:14 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Hayley Westcott
BBC News OnlineStaff at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth say they're "over the moon" with the news that the hospital has been awarded nearly £30m to build a new Urgent and Emergency Care Hub.
The funding was announced by Health Secretary Matt Hancock earlier as part of a £168m boost for the South West.
A further £12m is being invested in new diagnostic scanners and digital histopathology - used to study of changes in tissues caused by disease - across Devon and Cornwall.
At Derriford Hospital, the bulk of the money will be used to build a state-of-the art integrated facility, replacing the existing Emergency Department at Derriford Hospital which was built in the 1970s.
Building work is expected to start in 2020.
Quote MessageWe're over the moon. What this will give us is space to care. That's really important in being able to offer people the highest standard of care in an environment that gives them privacy and dignity. As a major trauma centre, we will have state-of-the-art resuscitation facilities; a purpose-built frailty unit with rapid early specialist medical and social assessment and intervention."
Anne Hicks, Consultant
Flood warning issued for River Torridgepublished at 12:58 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Hayley Westcott
BBC News OnlineA flood warning is now in force for the River Torridge from Dolton to Bideford - including Taddiport and Weare Giffard.
Heavy rain falling in the Torridge area overnight has caused the River Torridge to rise and flood waters may be "deep and fast flowing".
Residents are being urged to be aware of local surroundings.
Image source, GOV.UKCall for instructors to help disabled drivers relearnpublished at 12:33 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Harriet Bradshaw
BBC Devon ReporterA South West charitable company that allows people with disabilities to drive, is calling for more instructors to sign up.
Cornwall Mobility - based in Truro - offers people free assessments following a medical referral.
It also offers driving lessons, but there's a high demand for the service and the company is now calling on people to help.
Robert Priddle had a stroke three years ago and since then, he's had to work hard to gain mobility in his right side and improve his speech.
He's now been given the green light to start driving again - with the help from Cornwall Mobility.
It's something his wife, Margaret, never thought would happen...
Argyle chairman hails 'wonderful' Adamspublished at 12:15 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Plymouth Argyle chairman Simon Hallett says manager Derek Adams is under no pressure despite poor recent results.
Read MoreSix vehicles involved in A30 crashpublished at 11:46 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
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End of twitter postSailor's distress call as boat upturns in Southern Oceanpublished at 11:43 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
This is the emergency call made by British yachtswoman Susie Goodall after a ferocious storm flipped her yacht over in the Southern Ocean.
The 29-year-old, who lives in Falmouth, was taking part the Golden Globe - a solo, non-stop round the world race - when the storm hit on Wednesday, 2,000 miles from Cape Horn.
Her 36ft yacht 'DHL Starlight' pitchpoled and the mast broke.
Image source, Getty ImagesIn the recording, Ms Goodall can be heard saying: "The boat is destroyed. We rolled and I flew across the cabin and I think I was knocked out for a moment or two."
A rescue operation is expected to reach her later.
Earlier, she posted a message on Twitter saying that sea conditions were finally improving.
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End of twitter postNew football stadium blocked by councillorspublished at 11:39 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
Ed Oldfield
Local Democracy Reporting ServicePlans to build a new football stadium for Torquay United on a former tip used as a public park have been blocked by councillors.
Torbay Council voted to protect Nightingale Park, on the northern edge of Torquay, for community sport and leisure use.
Image source, Ed OldfieldTorquay United's owner Gaming International outlined proposals earlier this year for a new £40m development, which would include a 10,000-seater stadium, music and events venue, hotel, homes, shops and restaurants.
Liberal Democrat group leader Steve Darling told the council meeting on Wednesday that Torbay was short of good football pitches for local teams.
Quote MessageWe need to not just look at the cash opportunities, we need to put the community first."
Cllr Steve Darling, Liberal Democrat group leader, Torbay Council
Cornwall travel: A30 eastbound closed at Templepublished at 11:36 Greenwich Mean Time 7 December 2018
The A30 eastbound is closed at Temple due to a serious crash.
Traffic is being turned around and diversions are in place around Colliford Lake.
