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Academics from Plymouth University are leading a project to develop software which will give young people an enhanced understanding of the natural world.

PhenoloGIT is a three-year project which will design, build and test an educational platform which teachers and students can use to share information about the physical environment and the living world.

This will then be used...

Devon County Council is urging people to take care and remain vigilant as bad weather continues in the South West.

High winds and heavy rainfall have caused localised flooding and disruption on many of Devon’s roads, and motorists are being advised to take extra care.

People are also being urged to avoid coastal and river areas as the severe weather continues to cause water...

Silver Line – the free, confidential 24/7 helpline for older people – is getting set for its phones to be buzzing over the New Year period.

The helpline operates around-the-clock, 365-days-a-year to provide information and support and already receives 1,300 calls a day from lonely older people.

Founded by Dame Esther Rantzen, it offers friendship and advice, and signposts...

Storm Frank was this morning making itself felt in Devon with heavy rain and winds reaching speeds of more than 50mph battering the county.

Forecasters say that the downfalls will last throughout the day with the strong gusts abating by lunchtime.

Across the UK there are four severe flood warnings, indicating danger to life - three in Croston, Lancashire, which is braced for...