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Library to expand it's horizonsMany libraries are facing the strain of competing with the internet, and with some libraries across the region struggling to stay open, a new sex-toy library has been set up.

Congestion charge for Exeter?An alleged mole at the Highways Agency in Exeter has revealed they are blocking and disrupting traffic in the city in an attempt to soften us up for a congestion charge.

Plymouth Uni to offer laziness coursesWith UK universities offering courses in belly dancing, science fiction and David Beckham, the University of Plymouth has announced a new degree in laziness.

Old fashioned solution to all our transport problemsAs Exeter City Council and the Echo do their best to persuade everyone that cars are evil, the answer to Exeter's gridlock problems could be right beneath our feet.

Exeter prison is full of criminalsPrison officers at HMP Exeter have discovered counterfeit notes being used to pay for contraband goods and items including drugs.

Come to Bampton, it's lovelyThe mid-Devon town of Bampton, near Tiverton, is opening it's doors to visitors on August 27 in it's annual open day, which it has been running for the last 10 years.

My imaginary girlfriend did itRetired solicitor Colin McKenzie was banned from driving and told to pay £1,064 after magistrates heard how he was chased through single track roads at speeds of up to 50 mph.

Stating the bleeding obviousA housing study, commissioned by Exeter City Council, Devon County Council and other local councils and authorities, says an estimated 10,000 new affordable homes are needed in Devon in the next five years.