Observers say there has been a sharp drop in the number of greater horseshoe bats in Buckfastleigh

Buckfastleigh Town Council says its Christmas lights are old, redundant and beyond safe use.

Bear Grylls and Ellie Simmonds sent the Scout messages of support for completing her challenge.

Firefighters said a short circuit caused the blaze which made an electrical pole snap.

Buckfastleigh Fire Station says a road closure was in place while firefighters dealt with the blaze.

An overturned vehicle is causing long delays on part of the A38 in Devon, National Highways says.

The Environment Agency had told people to avoid bathing in several locations along the River Dart.

The Environment Agency has issued the advice after soil got into the water following heavy rain.