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World record rower to talk at Maritime Museum
WORLD record holder Roz Savage, pictured, who was the first woman to row solo across the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans, will be giving a talk at the Maritime Museum in Falmouth next Wednesday, January 30. Roz has rowed over 15,000 miles,
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New pool for Mullion equestrian and holiday centre
Newton Farm and Equestrian Centre in Mullion will be able to extend its facilities for holiday makers after getting the go-ahead for an indoor swimming pool. Mr and Mrs C Cattran have been given conditional approval to build the pool enclosure,
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Falmouth pupils explore life on the ocean waves
PUPILS from King Charles School in Falmouth had a break from normal lessons in the classroom to have some fun while learning at the Maritime Museum last week. The year five children, accompanied by teachers Becky Green and Suzanne James, and a
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Weekend wonders: Stories that sparked interest this week
Here is a quick look back at some of the stories that have sparked debate or we have just found mighty interesting over the past week on thepacket.co.uk. First up is a look back at a naval icon, and the town's namesake HMS Falmouth, and the vital
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Falmouth Art Gallery donations flood in
FALMOUTH Art Gallery has been inundated with donations of works of art from supporters of the town council owned facility. Local resident Jane Beecroft has given two watercolours in memory of her mother, Esme. The paintings by Falmouth artist
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Biker killed in Carnon Downs road smash
A male motorcyclist died yesterday after colliding with a lorry in Carnon Downs. Emergency services were called to the scene, on Bissoe Road, at 3.25pm. ABOVE: A map showing Bissoe Road in Carnon Downs, where the accident took place.
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Mawnan Smith panto set to 'dwarf' all others: PICTURES
Snow White and her Seven Dwarfs will be appearing at Mawnan Memorial Hall next week for five popular pantomime performances. Put on by Mawnan Panto Group, the shows run daily from Wednesday, January 30 to Saturday, February 2 at 7.15pm. A Saturday
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Helston young farmers get the gist of whist
Members of Helston and St Keverne Young Farmers’ Club got the gist of whist at their Thursday meeting last week. They met at Helston Rugby Club, along with the advisory committee and family members, for an evening of cards. Money raised on
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Brave Truro five-year-old meets a Disney princess
It just goes to show, when you wish upon a star sometimes dreams really do come true. Five-year-old Rosie Sanderson from Chacewater saw her dearest wish realised when she met a Disney princess thanks to the Starlight Foundation. The charity
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Mullion farm barns to homes plan
Cornwall Council has been given advice from its own officers over the potential conversion of agricultural barns into homes near Mullion. The council had submitted a pre planning application over the proposed development of seven ‘residential units
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Grassroots sports clubs grab share of Olympic legacy cash
Grassroots sports clubs in Cornwall have grabbed a share of Olympic legacy cash. The investments from Sport England are aimed at improving local sports facilities, creating new venues for grassroots sport and in some cases allow local clubs to
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Gyllyngdune Gardens seeks new artist in residence
GYLLYNGDUNE Gardens in Falmouth is looking for someone who is creative and inspirational to succeed John Dyer as their artist in residence. The Falmouth based artist was the first person to take on the role at the gardens following the site’s restoration
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Redruth sports club handed Olympic cash
Redruth Tennis Club has been handed a share of Olympic legacy cash. The investments from Sport England are aimed at improving local sports facilities, creating new venues for grassroots sport and in some cases allow local clubs to buy the facilities
