Here is a quick look back at some of the stories that have sparked debate or we have just found mighty interesting over the past week on thepacket.co.uk.

First up is a look back at a naval icon, and the town's namesake HMS Falmouth, and the vital role it played, brought to you by our In Port's David Barnicoat. For more In Port news click here.

Click here for In Port's look back at HMS Falmouth's war service

Sticking with the maritime theme, a 100-year-old former Royal Navy steam cutter (SC26) that saw action at the Battle of Jutland aboard the cruiser HMS Falmouth will return to the port this week.

Falmouth Packet: Falmouth plan to restore 100-year-old naval steam cutter

Click here to read how a small team of enthusiasts based in Falmouth have acquired the vessel from the Maritime Workshop with the view to restoring the historic boat in Falmouth.

Cornwall Council asked this week whether people would consider standing as a Cornwall Councillor. Do you have what it takes?

Read how to apply, and what people said about the current crop.

An interesting story this week was the questions raised over Devon and Cornwall Police crime statistics. Office of National Statistics say they are up, figures from the police say they are down. What do you think?

Read the story here

Benefit changes are on the way, and if you have not read it yet here is the story how the very poorest people in Cornwall will be made to pay to fill a council tax black hole at Cornwall Council.

Click here for a video explaining how the changes could affect you.

While the Marine Zones seem like a good idea, lets face it who in this day and age wants to see nature trashed, it is not quite so simple when the falmouth dredging controversy is draged into the mix.

Read how environmentalists claim 'high support' for Marine Conservation Zones

Last up are plans for a Falmouth Pier. The Prince of Wales Pier could be the focus for a fresh round of changes. Is the pier a peaceful place to conect with the sea, or does it need a refurb to bring it back to life.

Read the story here and have your say

There are plenty more stories online, no matter what you fancy reading, and don't forget to vote in our Win Your Wedding competition, and help someone enjoy their big day on us at the Packet.

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And remember if you have a tip off, a complaint or just want to let us know where we are going wrong, or doing well, drop me a line at jonathan.millar@packetseries.co.uk.