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West Country Carnival won't have public toilets or safety barriers for 150,000 visitors

The carnival is one of the largest illuminated processions in the world - but funding cuts mean there could be no public toilets this year

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Locals fume as South West shop is painted bright blue

A newcomer has caused quite a stir

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Discover co-ops and start a fair and ethical business in Exeter

The Co-operative

People in Exeter can learn more about co-operatives through a free event

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Fit and healthy man, 35, dies three months after headaches start

Within weeks he was admitted to hospital

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EasyJet flight leaves disabled passengers stranded waiting at the gate

The plane took off without the six passengers, who were left waiting at the gate

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Troubled prisoner found hanged after Exeter transfer

He was on remand and had not been convicted of any crime

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People dice with death standing on edge of South West cliff

'I was obviously quite shocked to see people so close to the edge' said the photographer who captured the images.

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Three children found dead in South West house

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder

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Exact times M5 will be closed today

Drivers have been encouraged to allow more time for their journeys

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First look at robot dog surveying M5 and key South West roads

The robot dog is named Spot, according to National Highways.

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New £3m Omaze dream home could be won for £10

This coastal retreat comes with a hot tub and breathtaking views of the Cornish countryside.

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Boy, 7, attacked and bitten by reckless dog

The boy's brother, 5, was also attacked by the dog in Hayle yesterday (February 10)

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'Shining star' girl, 16, killed in A39 crash as three men arrested

Devon and Cornwall Police

The family of Annie Kingdon paid tribute to the girl they describe as their "shining star"

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People rescued after getting stuck in deep mud at the beach

And just down the coast at East Beach at West Bay, dozens of people were on the beach over the weekend despite a huge cliff collapse on Monday

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Tributes paid to South West jockey killed in point-to-point fall

Keagan Kirkby's horse ran through the wing of a fence in the final race of the day

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Manhunt after teenage girl raped at Boardmasters festival

The incident, which happened on Saturday, August 13, involved a 17 year old girl being raped by two men inside a tent at the festival in Newquay

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Man charged with murder of two Bristol teenagers

Anthony Snook, of Hartcliffe, Bristol, will appear at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, February 1

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Police make fifth arrest over double stabbings which killed teens

Mason Rist, aged 15, and 16-year-old Max Dixon died in the incident on Saturday evening

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How two Pennon apprentices got a second shot at their dream careers

Skills and Apprenticeships

They shared their inspiring stories to mark National Apprenticeship Week and prove it's never too late to pursue your dreams

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Two bikers die in tragic crash near Devon

Both riders tragically died at the scene

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Two teens dead as murder investigation launched in Bristol

Residents say there were multiple people involved in the violence

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Mass brawl near school campus leaves five people in hospital

Emergency services rushed to the scene on Thursday evening (January 25) after reports a large brawl took place outside the further and higher education school

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South West school unveils stringent new prom rules

Pupils with attendance below 90% will have to earn 'revision contribution points' or have their prom place put at risk

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Woman, 26, loses 8st in a year with one exercise at her desk

Abigail was shocked into losing the pounds after a holiday photo

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Property expert says popular garden product could knock £2K off house value

An expert says it can put buyers off and they may have to fork out significantly to get it removed

Travellers apologise to Devon residents but say 'we're treated like dogs'

A group has moved on from two Devon sports centre sites

Family subjected to shocking racism in Devon town

A brave woman’s video revealed the harsh reality of racism in Ilfracombe, sparking urgent calls for education and tolerance in the community

Torquay brothers deny stabbing man to death in street

Jack and Ben Milton have given evidence as they deny killing Aaron Parrington in Torquay