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Celebrity spotting at Lizard pub as Desperate Housewives star pops in
Staff and guests at the the Cadgwith Cove Inn were treated to a bit of celebrity spotting as star of TV show Desperate Housewives popped into the pub. Teri Hatcher, the American actress and former NFL cheerleader is best known for her television
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RUGBY LEAGUE: Rebels batter Sharks 96-22
CORNISH Rebels inflicted an emphatic 96-22 defeat onto South West Premier League Champions Devon Sharks at the Recreation Ground on Saturday, writes Rob Butland. Captain Grant Thirlby scored 36 points from a flawless kicking display and a try to
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Penryn Rugby Club needs volunteers for Tall Ships park and ride
Penryn Rugby Club will be running a park and ride service durig the Tall Ships Regatta and is looking for volunteers. The car park, on pitches two and three of the club, is expected to be manned from 11am to 7pm on August 28, 29 and 30, and will
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Kids enjoy sporty meet and mingle event at Penryn College: PICTURES
Children from schools in and around Penryn had the chance to meet and mingle at an event at Penryn College. Key stage one students from six of the college’s partnership primary schools – Constantine, Flushing, Kennall Vale, Penryn Infants, Mabe
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Porthleven Apostolic Church
On Sunday we were delighted to have Steve Dunford with us as guest speaker all the way from Bridgend in South Wales, and we loved the way he brought the Bible to life. On Saturday morning a successful community coffee morning was held in support
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Porthleven Christadelphian Church
President for the day on Sunday was Brian Jones and he welcomed the well known speaker, David Simpson and his wife. David has preached all over the world including the Caribbean, Ireland and Russia, he also is a popular speaker at youth gatherings.
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Porthleven Friendship Club
On Friday members met at the home of Olive Polglase for the first of the summer fundraising events. Afternoon tea was served and homemade cakes sold, along with a raffle and bric-a-brac stall. A good time was had by all. Many thanks to Olive for
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St Bartholomew's Church
Sunday's service for fourth Sunday after Trinity (Sea Sunday) was taken by Father Peter Johnson. The first lesson and the Psalm were read by Andrew Woods who was also the organist. The second lesson was read by Esther Brown. Following the service
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Porthleven Methodist Church
Passers by the church during the last week may have noticed outside the building a beautiful tub of Remembrance Poppies. These were specially grown by the children of the Powerhouse Group, in commemoration of the outbreak of World War One. They
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Germoe and Praa Sands News
CHURCH OF ST GERMOE: The second Sunday in the month saw the first service of the word led by new local worship leader, Trina Beckett with reader Joy Gunter preaching on the theme Sea Sunday. The lessons were read by Tom Dearden and Julie Weeks;
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Godolphin Cross News
GODOLPHIN VILLAGE FETE: On Saturday, July 5 once again the National Trust allowed the village to use the historic Godolphin House grounds for both fete and car parking. A rainless start matured into a hot sunny day, with increasing numbers of people
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Mawgan Parish Church
The eucharist service on Sunday was celebrated by the Rev Heather Aston. The sermon, delivered by the Rector, the Rev Lesley Walker, was based on the gospel reading from St Matthew about the parable of the sower and the seed. The first century
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Teenage pregnancy and abortion rate falls in Cornwall
The rate of abortion among young people and teenage pregnancy in Cornwall have fallen in 2013, with the most rapid decline in younger women. Figures released by the Department of Health show that the abortion rates for under-18s dropped by 18 per
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Leedstown News
METHODIST CHURCH: A soup and sweet lunch is being held at the Sunday schoolroom on Saturday from noon and the cost is £4. Please ring Sue Williams on 01736 850224 to book your lunch. The proceeds are for chapel funds. The Junior Church are learning
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St Michael's Church, Helston
All-age family communion included Junior Church prize-giving, as well as celebrating Sea Sunday. Canon David Miller presented books to Catherine, Rowan, Katie, Imogen, Chloe, Christopher and Harry, all receiving warm applause from the congregation
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TRIATHLON: Stithians reservoir hosts next stage of Cornwall Tri Series
TRIATHLETES will be heading to Stithians on Sunday to take part in the latest round of the Cornwall Tri Series. Competitors will be lining up at Stithians Lake at 7.30am to begin the race which features a 1,500 metre swim followed by a 39km cycle
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Helston Methodist Church
The fellowship service on Sunday morning was led by Edna Angove and Sally Blaber. It being Action for Children Sunday, they used a service suggested by the charity and at the close of the service there was a retiring collection for their funds. Hilary
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Mullion Women's Institute
The July meeting was a garden party – held in the president’s garden. It was a warm sunny afternoon, the garden looked pristine and bunting added an even more colourful effect. Tables were laid and parasols were up. The garden party was very well
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Cury News
METHODIST CHURCH: Christine Bridgewater led the morning service on Sunday, taking as her theme 'Life through the Spirit'. The offering was taken up by Brenda Lawrance and the accompanist was Sybil Benney. There is no service on Sunday, the next service
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Trewennack Methodist Church
With our junior church joining the weekend activities at Breaney, the Sunday worship was led by David Pascoe, with Nikki Hale on piano. The reading from Genesis chapter 37 v 1-11 was given by the Rev Geoffrey Thorpe and Pam Larkin read Philippians
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Wendron Church
Morning worship on Sunday was led by the Rev Jane Bradbury. The Old and New Testament readings were read by Ray Spencer. The Rev Jane read the gospel reading and the prayers of intercession; Bevan Osborne was sidesman and the organist was Chris
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Chynhale Chapel
The Sunday morning service was conducted by Hazel Hockin with the organist being John Gilbert. Hazel was warmly welcomed by Kevin Moseley who read the notices and the congregation were welcomed by Roy Gilbert. The flowers were provided by Gillian
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Falmouth Rotary helps hospice with £1,000 donation
The Rotary Club of Falmouth has handed over a cheque for £1,000 to the Children’s Hospice Southwest, bringing the total amount raised by the club for the charity to £5,500 in recent years. The latest donation was part of the money raised by the
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Slow traffic on A39 due to broken down car
There is slow traffic on the A39 at Arch Hill due to a broken down car. The road is partially blocked heading out of Truro between Old Falmouth Rd and Mill Lane.
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Ashton News
BALWEST METHODIST CHURCH: The congregation welcomed the Rev David Fountain of Porthleven after a long absence to lead morning worship on Sunday. The service was part of a series on worship being led in conjunction with the Rev Beverly Turner. The accompanist
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Firefighters called to domestic flooding in Helston
Firefighters from Helston were called to a property at Roselidden Parc on Monday after a report of a domestic water leak. Crews switched off the water at the main, and isolated the electrics. South Western Ambulance Service also attended to
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Did you study at Falmouth Grammar or High School? Grand reunion planned
Did you study at the Falmouth Grammar School or Falmouth High School and are you 60 in this academic year? A reunion is being arranged in Falmouth this September for the classes leaving the grammar and high schools in 1970 (fifth form) or 1972
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DARTS: Penryn & District League AGM date set
THE Penryn & District Darts League are holding their Annual general meeting at Falmouth Town Football Club on Sunday August 3. Starting at 8pm, all current teams are invited to attend along with any new sides interested in take part next season
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Payday loan costs cut in crackdown
People using payday lenders in Cornwall are to see the cost of borrowing fall significantly under a crackdown announced by the financial regulator today. The Financial Conduct Authority's proposals for a cap on payday lending mean that from January
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To Newquay and beyond! Will Cornwall have the UK's first spaceport?
Details of Britain's first spaceport are being announced today by ministers, with Newquay expected to be listed as a potential site. Sites in Scotland are also thought to be among the eight possible locations, which will be revealed on the second
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Can cyclist help after man's death at Godrevy Point?
Police investigating the death of a man at Godrevy Point are keen to trace a male cyclist who may have seen him on the day he died. Officers would like to speak to the cyclist who reported seeing a man acting suspiciously at the top of the cliffs
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Hopes rise for return of Perranporth man stuck in Bali after passport loss
Hopes are rising that a Cornish businessman stranded in Bali since February after losing his passport will be able to return home soon. Married father of one, Agung Mantra, originally from Indonesia, owns two shops in Perranporth, has lived there
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39th St Martin Craft and Horticultural Show
The 39th St Martin Craft and Horticultural Show will be held at Trewince Farm on Saturday, July 23, from 2.30pm. There will be live music from the Cober Valley Accordion Band, refreshments and ice creams, and a raffle. Last year’s show raised
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Firefighters in Cornwall strike again today
People are being warned to stay safe and take simple steps to reduce risk as Fire Brigades Union (FBU) national strikes over pension reforms are set to continue today and through the week. Various periods of strike action are due to take place
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Giant bluefin tuna found by kayakers tested at Penryn campus
A giant bluefin tuna found dead off a Cornish beach has been taken to the Penryn campus of Exeter University for testing, but just how rare are these sought after fish? The discoverey by a group of women out kayacking has caused massive media attention