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Safety warning after two 'significant' rock falls at cliffs in Cornwall
There are warnings to stay away from the cliff side at a cove near St Agnes following two “significant” rock falls. St Agnes Lifeboat has issued the warning this evening (Tuesday) over Trevaunance Cove cliffs in Cornwall. It has posted two
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Family 'disappointed' at inquest into death of 'gentle giant' in motorbike crash
The family of a young motorcyclist killed when his bike most likely slid on some gravel left in the road said they are disappointed at the outcome of his inquest. An inquest into the death of William Charman from Falmouth last week found that he
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Repairs confirmed for Porthelven harbour wall damaged by power of the sea
Damage caused to the harbour wall at Porthleven, following the relentless beating by the waves over the last few days, has now been patched up ahead of more permanent repairs. The wall was left displaying large holes, with Porthleven Coastguard
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Bright future for Geevor Tin Mine Museum assured after new 99 year lease signed
A bright future for multi award-winning Geevor Tin Mine Museum is assured after the site owners signed a new 99 year lease. Cornwall Council have signed the lease with Pendeen Community Heritage (PCH) The unique heritage site attracts around
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Which England players could benefit if Euro 2024 squad sizes are increased?
England manager Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 selection headaches could soon ease a little as UEFA considers whether to return to 26-man squads, writes Simon Peach, PA Chief Football Writer. One of the leading contenders in this scenario is former
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Free business sessions by Falmouth BID
The Falmouth Business Improvement District (BID) has revealed a series of free business sessions for firms. Topics range from website wizardry, selling online, finance – useful tips post Spring Budget, and social media – get noticed, which will
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Live updates as extent of storm damage in Cornwall revealed
4:38pm Damage caused to the harbour wall at Porthleven, following the relentless beating by the waves over the last few
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Lifeboats launch into storm to save lone sailor who jumped in sea to be rescued
Brave volunteers from lifeboats in Cornwall launched in to storm force seas last night after an SOS distress call from a yacht just after 10pm. The French yacht had become dis-masted during the storm system named Pierrick by Meteofrance, 40 nautical
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Clean-up begins after gales and high tides cause considerable damage
At Falmouth's Castle Beach, beach huts were washed into the sea and the diving school hut was destroyed on Monday evening, while outside the Famous Barrel pub in Penryn was completely under water. The clean up has started this morning after a combination
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Late try seals defeat for stubborn Cornish Pirates
The stubborn Cornish Pirates saw the game go beyond their grasp late as they were denied 26-17 by Championship league leaders Ealing Trailfinders. In a match closely contested throughout at Mennaye Field, the visiting Trailfinders extended the
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Pub in Cornwall named as one of best in south west in national awards
There have been celebrations after The Barley Sheaf in Gorran named best pub in Cornwall in the 2024 National Pub & Bar Awards. The Barley Sheaf in Gorran has been chosen alongside six other pubs as the best in the south west as part of The 2024
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Helston Railway to appear on national television this week as part of new series
Helston Railway is to appear on national television this week as part of a series featuring railway journeys around the coast of the UK. Former politician turned TV presenter Michael Portillo, a lifelong train enthusiast, is continuing his Great