South West news

• Man found stabbed after car crash 'brought happiness to everyone'

  06-09-2026 20:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Three men remain in custody after Jamie Evans died from a single knife wound.
  
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• Meeting on maternity services suspension

  24-09-2026 23:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  It was hoped maternity services would reopen by Tuesday 29 September however this has been delayed
  
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• The best of Devon honoured at awards ceremony

  24-09-2026 22:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Community heroes are celebrated at the BBC Radio Devon Make A Difference Awards.
  
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• Triple killer's mum warned police not to release him

  24-09-2026 17:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A jury is hearing inquests for Anthony Payne and twins Dick and Roger Carter, who died in 2019.
  
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• Irow's goalscoring form impressing Plymouth boss

  24-09-2026 16:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Plymouth Argyle boss Tom Cleverley says he has been impressed with the impact Tottenham Hotspur loanee Oliver Irow has made on his side.
  
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• Escaped python rescued from tree by member of public

  24-09-2026 15:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The person used a ladder to get the non-venomous snake, before it was taken to a vet.
  
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• Exeter's Feaunati returns to England side

  24-09-2026 14:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Maddie Feaunati returns to bring big-game experience and dynamism to the back row as England take on a resurgent New Zealand at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.
  
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• Water main burst leaves hundreds without supply

  24-09-2026 14:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Modbury Primary and Pre-school, with about 200 pupils, have closed after the burst was reported.
  
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• Ivybridge Aldi store plan approved after council rejection

  24-09-2026 12:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Planning Inspectorate decision also imposes some requirements for the Rutt Lane site.
  
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• Plans approved for £75m hotel project in Torquay

  24-09-2026 10:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The six-storey hotel on Torquay's harbourside will have a rooftop bar and ground floor shops.
  
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• Taylor frustrated by Exeter's international absences

  24-09-2026 10:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Exeter City manager Matt Taylor says he is unhappy at having to play his side's League Two fixture at Bristol Rovers without his two international players.
  
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• Will Saints reign again or new winners rise? - Prem Rugby club guide

  24-09-2026 09:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC Sport commentators and reporters analyse how the 10 Prem Rugby clubs will fare ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season.
  
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• Baxter targeting Prem title win with Exeter

  24-09-2026 08:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side has to target winning the Prem title this season.
  
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• Plea not to feed ponies over welfare fears

  24-09-2026 07:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  People told feeding the animals in Devon is illegal and could lead to health issues.
  
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• Devon 'lifeline' school project awaits fate

  23-09-2026 19:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Councillors backed the Greater Horseshoe School's application despite concerns over flood risks.
  
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• Feyi-Waboso could be star at World Cup - Baxter

  23-09-2026 11:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Immanuel Feyi-Waboso could be one of England's stars at next summer's World Cup if he can keep fit this season, says Exeter boss Rob Baxter.
  
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• Community groups helping to change people's lives

  23-09-2026 08:29 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Nominees help tackle loneliness, support the disabled, and improve men's mental health in Devon.
  
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• Premier League U21 sides blown away in EFL Trophy goal glut

  22-09-2026 23:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  League One and Two clubs thrash Premier League under-21 sides in the EFL Trophy group phase.
  
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• Data centre will be 'blot' on landscape, say protesters

  21-09-2026 22:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  More than 100 people gather to protest against the proposed plans for the Devon Data Centre.
  
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• Residents demand action over 'Plymouth pongs'

  21-09-2026 19:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  South West Water has asked people in the city to report "persistent odours" via a new online tool.
  
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• Man charged with causing death by dangerous driving over crash that killed 6

  21-09-2026 18:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Four members of the same family and a married couple on a motorbike died in the 2024 collision.
  
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• Palmer & Rice among five withdrawals from England squad

  21-09-2026 18:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tino Livramento, Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice all pull out of England's squad for forthcoming Nations League matches.
  
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• Carse needs time away, says 'good mate' Brook

  21-09-2026 17:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  England white-ball captain Harry Brook says his "very good mate" Brydon Carse needs time away from international cricket.
  
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• Council withdraws football racism charity backing

  21-09-2026 16:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Reform ends Sunderland Council support for Show Racism the Red Card in a row with the charity's head.
  
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• Two arrested over major fire at Folkestone hotel

  21-09-2026 16:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A 38-year-old man and 21-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of arson, police say.
  
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• Hawkins among five World Cup winners in England squad

  21-09-2026 16:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Rob Hawkins is among five Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup winners who will attempt to help England defend the trophy in Australia this autumn.
  
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• Council leader found guilty of fraud and tax evasion

  21-09-2026 16:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jason Zadrozny, leader of Ashfield District Council in Nottinghamshire, is convicted of 13 offences.
  
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• Dentist who defrauded NHS of £92,500 jailed in absence

  21-09-2026 16:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Worthing dentist Fariba Shameli is sentenced to three years in her absence at Lewes Crown Court.
  
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• Man raped teenage girl after abducting her in park

  21-09-2026 16:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jay Savage is found guilty at Lincoln Crown Court of the attack in Boston earlier this year.
  
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• Teen drove at about 90mph before fatal river crash

  21-09-2026 16:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  An inquest into the teenager's death hears about the moments leading up to the incident.
  
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