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‘Grave concerns’ about financial risk of £57m Falmouth to Newquay Cornwall Metro
“Grave concerns” have been raised about the financial risk to Cornwall Council – and Cornish taxpayers – if the proposed Mid Cornwall Metro rail links proposals are approved. The £56.8m project was discussed at a meeting of the council’s economic
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VIDEO: Police footage of 100mph chase through Cornwall
A DANGEROUS driver who hit speeds of 100mph on the wrong side of the road while trying to flee police in Cornwall has been jailed. Louis Roser failed to stop for officers then put lives at risk driving his uninsured Audi A3 into oncoming traffic
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Cornwall community groups rejoice as Co-op donates over £32k in support
A number of community groups in Cornwall are celebrating after they received funding support from Co-op. Donations from Co-op’s Local Community Fund have resulted in a smiling faces with 14 groups sharing a total of £32,993.05 nationally. The
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Santa to visit cafe by the lake over two weekends this Christmas
Christmas will get underway in Helston this weekend when Father Christmas makes a visit for special storytelling sessions. The Lakeside Café, at Coronation Park, is hosting Santa over two weekends, with families able to hear a story, take part
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Anger that future of Cornwall's airport won't be discussed
A motion to have the future of Newquay Airport discussed by all Cornwall Council members has been refused to the annoyance of many opposition councillors. The council’s economic growth and development overview and scrutiny committee (EGDOSC) will discuss
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Global popstar Anne-Marie confirmed to headline Cornish music festival
Pop sensation Anne-Marie is set to headline The Wyldes, Cornwall in 2024. The globally renowned platinum-selling artist will perform on Sunday, June 23. Fellow singer Jess Glynne had been announced as the first headliner last month. With
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'Hideous' hotel plans may lead to council court battle
There is growing pressure on Cornwall Council to ensure controversial plans to demolish a historic hotel and replace it with a block of 176 apartments and a 40-bedroom hotel are decided by committee. Newquay Town Council is now considering taking
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Hall’s Hat Trick gives Penryn victory
A MATT Hall hat trick of tries got Penryn back to winning ways on Saturday at a very windy Memorial Ground, writes Jonathan Plummer. Penryn who lost away to league leaders Plymstock the week before welcomed bottom-of-the-table Wiveliscombe hoping
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Public meeting on future of Porthleven to be held after restaurant bid withdrawn
A public meeting is to be held to discuss future plans for Porthleven after a bid to turn the "home" of the gig club into a restaurant was withdrawn for the second time. The proposal to convert the small building at the entrance to the harbour,
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Camborne vs Bournville matchday report
CAMBORNE climbed to the second spot in the National League Two West table following a five-try victory over a determined Bournville, writes Martin Symonds. With the wind blowing across the Rec making conditions difficult the visitors enjoyed the
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Famous Cotehele flower garland exhibition now open to the public
The annual flower garland at National Trust's Cotehele, near Callington, is now open to the public. As the finale of the year's cultivation, this cherished spectacle has been a highlight in the Great Hall since 1956. The 60-foot-long garland
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Council call for feedback on electric vehicle charging points strategy for Cornwall
Cornwall Council is calling on residents, businesses, town and parish councils to give their views on a new draft strategy for electric vehicle charging points in the county. Your feedback will help finalise an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy
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New fishmonger sets 'sale' in Helston with positive feedback from locals
The owner of a new fishmonger in Helston which officially opened this month says positive comments from locals have exceeded his expectations. Jace Bowden the owner of Kernow Fish LTD which is based in the former Tinner’s Bakery on Coinagehall
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Death of wellness app founder who lost husband to cancer and had brain tumour
A Porthtowan woman who created an NHS approved health and wellness website and app after her husband died of cancer and was then diagnosed with a brain tumour has died. Freyja Hanstein founded Wholesome World after she lost her husband Lars to
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Local councillor helps secure funding for tree planting scheme in Cornwall town
A LOCAL town councillor has secured funding for a tree-planting scheme in her town. Newquay Town Councillor Sarah Thomson has helped secure funding for a tree-planting programme on several roads in Newquay – and says its just the beginning.
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Devon man driving in Cornwall with defective braking system sentenced
A DEVON man who drove with a defective braking system and no insurance while in Cornwall has been sentenced by magistrates. Henry Maximilliano Hales, aged 24, of Bovey Tracey in Devon, appeared in front of magistrates at Bodmin Magistrates' Court
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Miracle as Cornwall based theatre touring group given grant of half a million pounds
One of Cornwall's most successful and longest serving touring theatre companies has been given a grant of half a million pounds to help it survive. Miracle Theatre has received the grant of more than £500,000 from Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Good
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TCCG students celebrate their graduation at Truro Cathedral
Nearly 250 students attended Truro Cathedral to celebrate their graduation. Friends and family attended the celebrations where graduates from The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), including Eden Project University Centre, Newquay University Centre
