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Cornish school pupils' film brings home horror of the Holocaust
A film made by students at two Cornish schools has played a key role in Holocaust Memorial Day in the county. Young people from Richard Lander School and Harvey Kurzfield, chairman of Kehillata Kernow, gatherd with council leaders to commemorate
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Pop pixie Ellie Goulding named as first Eden Sessions headliner
Pop pixie Ellie Goulding has been named as the first headliner for the Eden Project’s 2014 Eden Sessions. She will perform against the backdrop of Eden’s famous Biomes on Tuesday, July 8. The BRIT-winning singer-songwriter released her debut
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Two trapped in Falmouth lift
Two people have been freed after becoming stuck in a lift at a property on Trevethan Road, Falmouth. One appliance from Falmouth Fire Station with a crew of five firefighters were called out just after 11am this morning and released the pair using
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Helston Friday markets take shelter indoors at Epworth Hall
REGULAR Friday markets have begun again in Helston under the cover of the Epworth Hall. It is hoped that this will attract more stallholders and customers in the town, as they no longer have to brave the weather. The Coinagehall Street venue
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Trewennack Methodist Church
Sunday morning family service was led by Mandy Jenkin. Matt Wingham read Psalm 23 from the message translation of the Bible and Mandy read from John’s Gospel, chapter 10. To illustrate how we need to prioritise things in our lives Justin and Thomas
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St Michael's Church, Helston
Canon David Miller presided at parish communion on the third Sunday of Epiphany, assisted by Betty Booker, lay reader, with Heather Thorn reading the lesson and Michael Thorn leading the prayers. The Rev Dorothy Noakes preached about how Epiphany
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85 shouts for Falmouth RNLI in 2013
Falmouth RNLI launched its lifeboats 85 times over the course of 2013, three more times than the previous year. The crews helped 89 people while at sea for a total of 511 hours. The all weather boat was launched 26 times and the inshore boat
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Helston Methodist Church
Edna Angove, chief steward, compiled the fellowship service for a dreadfully wet Sunday morning. The theme was following Jesus, based on the reading from St Matthew’s gospel when Christ chose His disciples. Other members of the congregation led
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Events in Helston area to commemorate start of World War One
A SERIES of events is being organised to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I this summer. The marking of the event will begin on July 20 with a civic service by the mayor. Helston’s Methodist church and parish church
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Helston Women's Institute
Members held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 21. Guest speaker was David Chapman, photographer whose talk was "Wild about Cornwall". He showed remarkable photos of wild life, flora and fauna throughout the year. The evening was enjoyed
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Porthleven Friendship Club
Dorothy Pountain, chairman, welcomed everyone present to an open meeting in the Methodist Church on Friday. The guest speaker was Sarah Newton from Cornwall Hospice Care and was introduced by Olive Polglase. She gave a very interesting and informative
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St Bartholomew's Church
Sunday's service for the third Sunday of Epiphany was taken by the Ven Bill Stuart-White, Archdeacon of Cornwall. The first lesson and the Psalm were read by Francoise Zieman and the second lesson by Yvonne Bellinger. Andrew Woods was the organist
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Porthleven Christadelphian Church
President for the day on Sunday was Bob Muxlow and he welcomed the speaker, Matthew Brown and his family from Plymouth. In the afternoon Matt looked at the daily reading from Matthew chapter 28 when the women discovered the empty tomb and the huge
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Porthleven Methodist Church
Sunday was the occasion of the annual covenant service, a special event cherished and celebrated every year throughout Methodism, when members are invited to renew their covenant with God. There was a good attendance despite the dreadful weather
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Trinity Methodist
Elsie Balme from Porthleven led our service on Sunday. She told the congregation how she loved history and several people agreed that it was a very interesting subject. She brought a very old history book and read a portion from it. Her sermon
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Chynhale Chapel
Gerald Triggs was the preacher on Sunday morning with the organist being John Gilbert. Gerald was warmly welcomed by Kevin Moseley, vestry steward, who read the notices. The congregation were welcomed by Maureen Dale. Gerald's text was “In the
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Wendron Church
The celebrant and preacher at the parish communion service on Sunday was the Rev Peter Bradford. The epistle was read by Mary Cowley and the gospel by Mr Bradford. Ray Spencer led intercessions; communion elements were presented by Clare Loveday
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Cury News
ST CORENTYN’S CHURCH: A table top sale held at the village hall on Saturday for St. Corentyn’s tower fund raised £205. Priscilla Oates thanked everyone who came along and sold goods and those who brought things to raise this sum towards our target
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Mawgan Parish Church
The eucharist service on Sunday was celebrated by the Rector, the Rev Lesley Walker. Her sermon talked of disciples. Asking who, what and why, she defined disciples as people who gather around a teacher seeking truth and knowledge. Both Jesus’
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Ashton News
BALWEST METHODIST CHURCH: Morning worship on Sunday was led by Margaret Flinders of Helston. Accompanist was Jill Warden and flowers were given and arranged by Ann Jeffery. ASHTON CHURCH: The celebrant and preacher at the service of holy communion
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Falmouth RNLI face gale force winds on trip to Plymouth HQ: VIDEO
The relief Severn class all weather lifeboat, RNLB Volunteer Spirit, faced gale force conditions whilst being moved to Plymouth. The footage was filmed during the last few miles as the lifeboat approached Rame Head and then entered the Plymouth
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Godolphin Women's Institute
Sandra Goodswens illustrated exposition of the uses of trees and plants was extensive, shared at breakneck speed and ranged from the everyday to the magical. We were reminded of childhood games and sayings that we could identify with - dandelion
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Godolphin Cross Methodist Church
The service on Sunday was conducted by David Balme from Porthleven. The theme of the service was water orientated. Readings were by Dick Brunwin and Jacqui Milner. Everyone enjoyed singing the hymns David had chosen, accompanied by Mavis Harper
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Breage News
BREANEY LUNCH: On Saturday for lunch, the main course was Beef Pie with the usual vegetables and a good choice of desserts. The next meal will be on March 1, currently there are a small number of vacancies, telephone 01326 564254 for bookings - it
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Edgcumbe Methodist Chapel
There was no service on Sunday, January 19; there had been an accident on the road by the chapel and the road was closed. Sunday’s service was conducted by Mike Ely from Redruth. Gwen Collins was the organist, the offering was taken by Clive Mitchell
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Mabe Ladies Choir
During the practise of the choir last Wednesday, certificates were presented to Margaret Rogers and Jean Gregor, who have been loyal and consistent members of the choir for 40 years. hey are just two of many members who have been committed to the
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Stithians Methodist Church
Worship on Sunday morning was led by Vivian Waters of Threemilestone. There were Bible readings by Lucille Rowse and Colin Roberts, and the pianist was Colin Anthony.
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St Peter's Church
The holy communion service held on Sunday, third Sunday of Epiphany, was celebrated by the Rev Andrew Stevenson, priest-in-charge, who in his sermon said that a drowning man does not need smart words or advice, what he needs is a lifeline. Just
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More cuts for Devon and Cornwall Police?
The thin blue line could be even thinner in future as Devon and Cornwall Police face a further budget squeeze. The estimate is that the force will have to save £30m over the next four years, on top of the £51million the force already needs to save
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Casualty released from overturned car
Firefighters were called to the road outside Pentewan Holiday Park this morning after a car overturned, trapping a person inside. Crews from Mevagissey, St Austell and the rescue tender from Bodmin were drafted in just after 6.30am and used crash
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End of an era as Falmouth town centre 'DIY Stores' goes on the market
Falmouth’s DIY Stores, which was first established in Webber Street in 1964, has gone on the market. The services currently offered by husband and wife owners, Bernie and Tania Blight, include locksmithing, key cutting, picture framing and paint
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That's a 'ferry' good way to help Cornish surf charity
Surf Action, a charity set up to help military veterans, has received a donation raised by the passengers on the King Harry Ferry. A total of £2,252 was raised in 2013 by foot and cycle passengers on the ferry. Although they travel for free, each
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Two boat skippers punished over young dolphin harassed and killed off Padstow
Two boat skippers will have to take part in "restorative justice" over the harrassment and killing of a juvenile dolphin off Padstow last summer. The death of the dolphin hit the headlines nationally after as many as 25 small vessels were seen
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Helston summer 'roller rink' plan after skate success at Christmas
HELSTON’S first outdoor skating rink proved so successful at Christmas that it could be repeated in the summer – with roller skates. The Winter Skate organising group of the Helston Business Improvement Partnership is in talks about the possibility
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Man jailed for 'exceptionally violent rape' in Penzance
A 28-year-old-man from Hastings has been jailed for a rape in Penzance over five years ago. Lee Hosking appeared at Truro Crown Court today, Monday, January 27, and pleaded guilty to rape. He was sentenced to nine-and-a-half years in prison.
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NHS 111 non-emergency number to launch in Cornwall next week
Next week sees the launch of a new three digit number for anyone in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly who needs non-emergency medical help. From Tuesday, February 4, the NHS 111 service will be provided by South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation
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Why it is 'illegal' to make drivers aware of Helston road speed limit cut?
Despite the fact that drivers face a fine and points on their licence if they break the speed limit, never mind the increased risk, Cornwall Council is refusing to make a speed limit change to one of Helston's road clear - because officers claim it
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Bid to create a tall ship for the commnity
Falmouth and Penryn could soon have its own community tall ship after local community group The Mayflower Trust launched its campaign to convert a training ship into a traditional sailing vessel. The trust, based in Penryn has been using the 58
