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Serial Pokemon card thief among those sentenced by magistrates this week
Courts
If he got a shiny it could be worth thousands
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Grenfell Tower firefighter with PTSD tried to strangle wife on Cornwall holiday
Truro Crown Court
He was spared prison
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Another 136 banks closing including three in Cornwall
Lloyds Bank
Twenty-five banks have closed in Cornwall in the last three years
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Live: WW2 grenade found at Cornwall property with 50m cordon in place
Armed Forces
A bomb squad has been called to the town
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Cornwall planning: Fears homeless pods for young people will impact 100 nearby homes
Housing
Residents and councillors agree there is a need for housing for vulnerable 18 to 25 year olds but believe proposed site is the wrong location
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Irate speeder berated speed camera officer and called him a 'Rolf Harris'
Truro Crown Court
He wound in court to face a charge of perverting the course of justice
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Liz Earle launches huge skincare bundle worth £211 for £60 but you'll need to be quick
Liz Earle
mirror.co.uk
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Urgent call for safety changes at Cornwall's deadliest blackspot
A30
'Enough is enough'
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Events in Cornwall in 2025 to look forward to
Things to do in Cornwall
From food and drink to music and art, there's something for everyone to enjoy throughout the year
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New Mid Cornwall Metro rail link is not the 'transformational project' the Duchy needs
Transport
Cornwall's train services need to improve, MPs tell Parliament
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Best pub in Cornwall crowned as one in every English county chosen as a winner
Pubs & Restaurants in Cornwall
The charming pub has its own tiny brewery out back - and a skittle alley!
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Cornwall teacher banned after she had sex with pupil
Education
She said she's 'deeply sorry'
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Infamous smuggler's hut turned into luxury holiday let
property news
Oh, how the tides have changed
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Racist Cornwall nurse abused pub customer and called them the c-word
Employment
Her language was found to be racist and offensive
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History
10 stunning autumn walks where you can discover Cornwall's history
From the industrial ruins found in hidden valleys to the birthplace of a nation, buried in the sand dunes
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Have your say! Should British farmers be protesting in the streets?
Politics
Farmers are planning to protest in London on Tuesday over changes to inheritance tax rules
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Government office in Cornwall set to close with jobs at risk
Employment
Union chiefs say the plans were announced by the Labour government 'without proper consultation'
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'Outrageous' pervert grabbed stranger's breast in the street
Truro Crown Court
He asked her if she 'wanted to see a magic trick' moments earlier. 'The idea that you can't walk down the street in this country without a man sexually assaulting you, whatever condition you were in, is not an acceptable position to find.'
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'At risk' Cornish film festival welcomes worldwide directing legend
Things to do in Cornwall
Cornwall Film Festival 2024 opens this weekend - but comes with a strong warning over fears for its future
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Care home police probe launched over safeguarding fears
Cornwall Council
Devon and Cornwall Police said they are in the early stages of the investigation
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Biker dies in A30 Cornwall crash
Devon and Cornwall Police
The road was closed for nearly nine hours
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Live: power cut leaves hundreds in Cornwall without electricity
St Austell
There is a fault on the high voltage network
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Troubled hotel that wasn't paying staff is under new management
Food
The previous boss was involved in a £100k loan fraud and was disqualified from directing companies
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Cornwall's iconic open-top buses used on stunning routes could be scrapped
Traffic & Travel
'One of the UK's most spectacular open top bus rides' is at risk
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Care home in special measures because it can't protect people
Bodmin
Old towels were used as flannels and reports of abuse were not investigated, according to the CQC
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Ancient railway makes rare appearance on Cornish beach
History
The tracks have only been seen a handful of times since they were reclaimed by the sand and sea
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New direct flight destination for Newquay airport
Newquay Airport
There'll be direct flights every day from the spring, giving Cornish travellers another way to get away
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Seven dead bodies found in Cornwall remain unidentified as cases are unsolved
Devon and Cornwall Police
No one knows who they are. A woman in her 20s who washed up on a beach is among them
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Ad Feature
Jaw-dropping house overlooking beach is stuff of dreams
Dream Homes
It's got stunning views and it looks pretty good on the inside too
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Pods for homeless young people near Waitrose store
Housing
We could be getting 100 affordable homes too
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Three Cornwall schools are among the 10 most improved in the South West
Education
Our interactive tool lets you check the performances and rankings of all schools in Cornwall
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Hit burger restaurant opens second venue after just six months
Food
'This place is amazing! Great food where you can taste the quality!'
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Politics
Hundreds of Cornwall farmers take fight against new tax to Westminster
'As a farmer and a mother I worry about my children's future and all children of the UK'
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Sand removal and sale from Cornwall's 'best beach' is totally legal
Cornwall beaches
Dredging has been taking place since the 1970s and even has its own law to allow it at this spot
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Boardmasters adds major UK rap star and loads more to 2025 line-up
Boardmasters
Cornwall's biggest festival has announced another wave of acts performing this summer
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'Cheeky' little boy killed by car had been looking for his brother
St Austell
Dexter was a ‘beautiful little ray of sunshine who brightened up any room’
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Sick convicted paedophile used fake names to get back into online chats
Truro Crown Court
Danny Sivyer has been sent to prison again
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Locals fight 'relentless monstrosity' hotel that's 'far too big and ugly'
Tourism
It's 'the architectural equivalent of fitting a quart into a pint pot'
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Unique US Air Force craft filmed soaring over Cornwall
Armed Forces
Caught on this video and not something you see everyday
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Hero collie helps find missing dog lost for four days in mountains
Dogs
Stuart Boocock said he was 'absolutely proud' of his collie, Alfie, for his work to find the missing dog, Luna
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Woman bashed for taking 'tribute' flowers home from beach
Cornwall beaches
It sparked outrage. 'Might as well go and take flowers from the graveyard'
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Playing Nice actress Niamh Algar wore 'scene stealer' Cornish brand during show
TV
'This moment is a dream come true and a reminder that you never know where your hard work and creativity might take you'
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Cornish Miss England champ has changed the face of beauty contests
Fashion
Milla Magee has been called 'a true natural beauty'
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'Insidious' rogue builder put families through hell with fraudulent Ponzi scheme
Truro Crown Court
Some of his victims died before the work could be fixed
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Where's our new hospital, Cornwall campaigners ask the Government
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Will the promised Women and Children's Hospital ever get built at Treliske? It appears there is a light on the horizon for the delayed and threatened £291 million project
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Grammy Award-winning band confirmed for Eden Sessions 2025
Eden Sessions
It's one of only a handful of shows they'll be playing in the UK next year
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Redruth
Cornwall's revived ancient 'Crying the Neck' custom begins
As brilliantly Cornish as it gets - as our photo gallery and video show
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Traffic & Travel
A30
A30 diversion route in full after serious rush hour crash
A bus is reportedly involved in the crash
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A30 reopens after serious crash involving double-decker bus
A30
Expect major delays this evening
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A30 reopens after serious motorbike crash near Penzance
Traffic & Travel
Investigation work was carried out
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Cornwall's iconic open-top buses used on stunning routes could be scrapped
Traffic & Travel
'One of the UK's most spectacular open top bus rides' is at risk
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Flights from Newquay airport to Isles of Scilly to increase to two a day
Traffic & Travel
Until now you could only choose from three flights a week
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Crime
Truro Crown Court
Irate speeder berated speed camera officer and called him a 'Rolf Harris'
He wound in court to face a charge of perverting the course of justice
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Truro shopkeeper defends decision to 'arrest' shoplifters
Truro
He says he's slashed shoplifting rates by detaining suspects himself
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Man finally arrested after serious assault in town last summer
St Ives
Officers found a machete and a large amount of drugs
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'Senseless hooligans' target beloved public installations as maker 'gives up'
Truro
They were made to cheer up children during the pandemic
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Bude man allegedly raped woman in tent at Rattler Fest
Truro Crown Court
The 26-year-old and his alleged victim had met up at the popular festival
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St Austell
St Austell
St Austell power cut left hundreds without electricity
There was a fault on the high voltage network
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'Cheeky' little boy killed by car had been looking for his brother
St Austell
Dexter was a ‘beautiful little ray of sunshine who brightened up any room’
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Person dies on Cornwall train tracks
St Austell
The incident is not thought to be suspicious
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Live updates as police incident shuts Cornwall train line
St Austell
Emergency services are dealing with an incident this morning
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Eden Project to slash 80 jobs
Eden Project
It's confirmed the exact numbers for the second wave of job cuts announced in less than 12 months as the attraction also confirms the amount of huge cash losses
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Truro
Truro
Truro shopkeeper defends decision to 'arrest' shoplifters
He says he's slashed shoplifting rates by detaining suspects himself
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Grandmother died after fall from multi-storey car park
Courts
She had struggled with her mental health
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'Waste of money' as Cornwall Council spends thousands replacing more car park payment machines
Transport
'More of our money wasted, removing the barriers which were only installed recently'
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A30 in Cornwall closures and disruption planned for next four months
A30
The whole project is expected to be completed this spring
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'Loved' mum with alcohol addiction died after falling and breaking her hip
Health
She had a history of alcohol related illnesses including kidney disease
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What's On
Fashion
Seasalt Cornwall shoppers praise 'vintage' dress with 'beautiful fabric' that's perfect for spring
"Fits nicely and great quality. It has a vintage feel to it, which I love"
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February in Cornwall: Things to do this weekend
Things to do in Cornwall
Just some of this weekend's upcoming events that you might want to know about
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Recipe boxes you can order for Valentine's from steak to Marry Me Chicken
Food & Drink
You can also share a Spicy Sausage Heart-Shaped Pizza or Salted Caramel Chocolate Brownies
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Crocs fans have just hours left to snap up a pair for less than £15
Shopping
If you've been thinking about adding a pair of Crocs to your footwear collection, this handy deal stack is for you - but be quick.
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Brits lose four annual leave days to life admin, research reveals
What's On News
The survey reveals the struggle of being able to properly unwind on holiday as a third (33%) of holidaymakers fret about uncompleted chores such as gutter cleaning, vehicle MOTS, cancelling unwanted subscriptions and scheduling dental appointments
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Courts
Truro Crown Court
Grenfell Tower firefighter with PTSD tried to strangle wife on Cornwall holiday
He was spared prison
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Irate speeder berated speed camera officer and called him a 'Rolf Harris'
Truro Crown Court
He wound in court to face a charge of perverting the course of justice
Bookmark
'Cheeky' little boy killed by car had been looking for his brother
St Austell
Dexter was a ‘beautiful little ray of sunshine who brightened up any room’
Bookmark
Sick convicted paedophile used fake names to get back into online chats
Truro Crown Court
Danny Sivyer has been back to court
Bookmark
Grandmother died after fall from multi-storey car park
Courts
She had struggled with her mental health
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Weather
Pubs & Restaurants in Cornwall
Neighbour complains about 'awful' smell and noise from Cornwall restaurant
The owners made changes to their bistro without permission - doubling the capacity - but say they're prepared to work on the concerns of the sole complainant
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Woman rescued after car gets stuck in flood water in Cornwall
Weather
The fire service have issued a warning to motorists
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A30 crash mayhem as 11 vehicles smash into each other in Cornwall
A30
It happened as gales and heavy downpours battered the county
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Live: Cornwall school announces sudden closure
Cornwall Council
Due to no running water
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Cornwall home catches fire after being struck by lightning
Weather
Firefighters rushed to the scene
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Devon and Cornwall Police
Biker dies in A30 Cornwall crash
The road was closed for nearly nine hours
Van found at bottom of Cornwall cliffs
Lizard
Police and coastguards were called
A30 reopens after serious crash involving double-decker bus
A30
Expect major delays this evening
WW2 grenade found at Cornwall property
Armed Forces
A bomb squad was called to the town
Irate speeder berated speed camera officer and called him a 'Rolf Harris'
Truro Crown Court
He wound in court to face a charge of perverting the course of justice
A30
A30 diversion route in full after serious rush hour crash
A bus is reportedly involved in the crash
A30 reopens after serious crash involving double-decker bus
A30
Expect major delays this evening
Grenfell Tower firefighter with PTSD tried to strangle wife on Cornwall holiday
Truro Crown Court
He was spared prison
Another 136 banks closing including three in Cornwall
Lloyds Bank
Twenty-five banks have closed in Cornwall in the last three years
WW2 grenade found at Cornwall property
Armed Forces
A bomb squad was called to the town
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Devon and Cornwall Police
Biker dies in A30 Cornwall crash
The road was closed for nearly nine hours
Van found at bottom of Cornwall cliffs
Lizard
Police and coastguards were called
A30 reopens after serious crash involving double-decker bus
A30
Expect major delays this evening
WW2 grenade found at Cornwall property
Armed Forces
A bomb squad was called to the town
Irate speeder berated speed camera officer and called him a 'Rolf Harris'
Truro Crown Court
He wound in court to face a charge of perverting the course of justice
A30
A30 diversion route in full after serious rush hour crash
A bus is reportedly involved in the crash
A30 reopens after serious crash involving double-decker bus
A30
Expect major delays this evening
Grenfell Tower firefighter with PTSD tried to strangle wife on Cornwall holiday
Truro Crown Court
He was spared prison
Seasalt Cornwall shoppers praise 'vintage' dress with 'beautiful fabric' that's perfect for spring
Fashion
"Fits nicely and great quality. It has a vintage feel to it, which I love"
Another 136 banks closing including three in Cornwall
Lloyds Bank
Twenty-five banks have closed in Cornwall in the last three years