Westcountry News In Brief
A summary of today's headlines
A summary of today's headlines
A small island which has been towed from the Arctic is arriving in the South West today. Nowhere Island is 40 metres long and 8 metres tall and is an arts project created by Alex Hartley. It's a new nation with citizenship open to all.
The island will arrive at Furzy Cliff in Weymouth for the Olympic sailing events. It will then travel along the coast and visit eight ports and harbours. It's one of 12 arts projects across the UK funded by the Arts Council of England.
Text Santa is organising the Biggest Bag Pack Ever for 6 UK based charities. They will help and support someone near you this Christmas.
Parking charges in Torbay have been cut in a bit to encourage more shoppers to the area.
Thousands turn out for the Boscastle Festival.