Modbury Parish Council said the town was getting a "marvellous makeover" after long road closures.

People are being asked to get involved by clearing weeds, picking up litter or other tasks.

A Devon village "ground to a halt" due to lorries avoiding long diversions, a councillor says.

Up to 2,700 homes are left without power in Devon, schools close and flood warnings remain in place.

A councillor says urgent action is needed to address shortage of on-call firefighters in rural areas.

A growing number of citizen scientists are helping to monitor the rivers and streams for pollution.

The man in his 60s was visiting the area from Derby, police say.

The works are delayed due to problems with contractors, with South West Water now aiming for January 2024.