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Helston Athletic forward transfers to local rivals as both prepare for promotion
Helston Athletic forward Kai Cornish has transferred to local rivals Falmouth Town as both clubs prepare for promotion to the Southern League. Last season saw the two clubs battling for the top spot in the Western League, which was ultimately won
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Plan to demolish fire hit farmhouse and replace with 32 new houses criticised
A proposal to demolish a fire damaged farmhouse and replace it with 32 new houses came in for criticism at a Cornwall Council planning meeting today (Monday, June 24), writes Local Democracy Reporter Lee Trewhela. Councillors raised concerns about
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PICTURE GALLERY: Full re-opening of A30 in Cornwall this morning in pictures
In pictures, the first cars have made their way along their way along the newly opened stretch of A30 in Cornwall. Just before 6am this morning, the first cars made their way along the newly-opened A30 dual carriageway between Chiverton & Carland
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Contentious ANPR camera for beach car park plan recommended for approval
A controversial plan to install an ANPR camera system on Maenporth Beach near Falmouth is being recommended for approval by a Cornwall Council planning committee," writes Local Democracy Reporter Lee Trewhela. Citipark has applied for a car park
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RNLI lifeguards in the south west issue safety warning after rescuing two people
RNLI lifeguards at Porthtowan beach rescued a mother and daughter who had got into difficulty in a rip current at the weekend. A member of the public came rushing over to the truck and notified lifeguards who had already noticed the casualties
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Woman tells court she was sexually assaulted in Helston churchyard
A woman has told a court that two men sexually assaulted her in a Cornish churchyard after she was separated from her friends on a drunken night out. Before Truro Crown Court on trial are Calvin Rosevear, from Mullion, and Joe Skewes, from Helston
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Family praises emergency staff and public for trying to save 'gramps' life on beach
The family of a man who died at a Cornwall beach at the weekend have praised the emergency services who tried to save his life. The family of the man they named as Keith Gater described him as an “unforgettable dad and gramps” following his death
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Detectives seeking man in connection with alleged rape on cliff top path
Detectives investigating a report of rape in Portreath are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to get in touch. Police say the woman is currently being supported following an incident on the coast path at North Cliffs near Bassett
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Police give sad update to air ambulance being called to Cornish beach at weekend
Police have given an update to an incident at a beach in Cornwall on Saturday during which the air ambulance was called. Emergency services were sent to Praa Sands, between Helston and Penzance, at around 3pm on Saturday, with the air ambulance
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Princess Anne taken to hospital with minor injuries, Buckingham Palace reveals
The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, has been taken to hospital with minor injuries and concussion, Buckingham Palace has announced. Princess Anne's admission to hospital comes following an incident at the Gatcombe Park estate on Sunday (June 23)
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'Just vote - it’s really important' Cornwall voters opinions on general election
With less than two weeks to go before the General Election Local Democracy Reporter Lee Trewhela visited the St Ives constituency to find out how people plan to vote, why and what the pressing issues are which will force their political hands.
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FOUND: Police growing concerned over missing 14-year-old from Cornwall
Police say Mia has now been found. Police say they are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of missing schoolgirl Miya Stewart, 14, who has been reported missing from Cornwall. Miya was last seen in the Saltash area on Friday, June
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After three years, A30 is FINALLY back open in time for school holidays
The much-anticipated opening of a new section of the A30 in Cornwall has FINALLY happened after a three month delay due to bad weather. The dualling of the Chiverton to Carland Cross section of the A30 had been expected to open at the end of March
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New CEO to lead Cornwall Chamber of Commerce
The new CEO of the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce has been announced today. John Brown will be stepping into the role from the start of July, following a successful career with notable brands such as Virgin, lululemon, and GoPro. Mr Brown brings
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Salary offers dip as jobs market remains flat, research finds
Advertised salaries have fallen slightly for the first time since last October as the jobs market remains flat, according to new research, writes Alan Jones from PA. Jobs site Adzuna said vacancies were increasing for teachers but falling for nurses
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Thousands in Cornwall find themselves in financial crisis
New research published today by Citizens Advice Cornwall reveals that over 40,000 people in Cornwall are can't afford their bills and essential living costs. The study, published on June 24, uncovered a troubling trend of negative budgets.
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Just two weeks to go until we all have a great big massive Cringe!
In just two short weeks, The Falmouth Cringe Comedy Festival kicks off its biggest programme lineup to date, with 40 comedy performances that will take place across seven venues in Falmouth. With shows already starting to sell out, The Falmouth