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Historic video shows how much Cornwall has changed in 50 years
It's a far cry from what beaches look like today
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'Houses are needed for people in the lower wage bracket'
Wadebridge
A recent announcement of 245 new homes in Cornwall has sparked a debate among locals about the true meaning of 'affordable' housing and the impact of new developments.
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Developer branded a 'hypocrite' for objection to family's homes plan near its site
Cornwall Council
The developer has been branded a hypocrite for his comment about two houses for local people
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Multi-vehicle crash blocks major road in Cornwall
Traffic & Travel
A second crash on the A39 this evening (Thursday, April 18) sparked further delays
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Rapist jailed for eight years after repeatedly abusing teenage girl in Camborne
Crime
Aaron Roberts, 33, from Swindon, committed multiple offences against the victim in Cornwall between May and September 2020
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Woman felt like prisoner in her own home after assault from ex
Truro Crown Court
McAvoy sent his ex a barrage of messages between October and December last year
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Young boy stuck on rock at Cornish beach and cut off by rising tide
Bude
RNLI and HM Coastguard crews rushed to the scene to save the 10-year-old who became stuck at Sandymouth Beach
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Live: A30 crash leaves road blocked with queuing traffic
A30
Long delays have been reported
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Dad of son who killed his own mum said news 'smashed me to smithereens'
Courts
Loved ones of Jacob Poynton-Whiting, who smashed through a window and stabbed his mother repeatedly, said he was not a violent young man and had never made threats towards family members
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Crash blocks main road in Cornwall and sparks delays
Traffic & Travel
There were reports of heavy traffic in the area as the road was blocked in both directions
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Cornwall Council asked if schools are supporting children to gender transition
Education
Cllr Dulcie Tudor wants to know if teachers are assisting pupils to socially transition without their parents knowing and if Cornwall Council is providing a pathway for 'vulnerable children from the classroom to the clinic'
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Here's what the experts say about period pain symptoms, from menopause to endometriosis
Periods
mirror.co.uk
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Tackle our daily online crosswords, sudoku and codeword puzzles
What's On
There's two Crosswords, two Sudokus and a Codeword
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Cornwall Live
We'll send you the latest breaking news and biggest stories
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Johnnie Walker slash price on Black, Red, Green and Gold label whisky on Amazon for bank holiday
Food and Drink
All the Johnnie Walker labels are cheaper on Amazon than Tesco, Sainsbury's and Waitrose in their sale
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Mum takes children on trips including Italy, Morocco from £25 each
UK & World News
Catriona has worked out how to take foreign breaks for less than a UK day trip, including Marrakech, Venice and Copenhagen
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Emergency refunds as major supermarkets recall products
Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer, Tesco, Morrisons and Co-op have all issued urgent food recalls this weekend - with full refunds offered to shoppers. Here's what you need to know
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12 new items at McDonald's including Chicken Big Mac and Biscoff flurry
Food & Drink
A number of fan favourites are being taken off the menu to make room
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Behind the scenes at the region's high-tech water treatment works
Partner Stories
Mayflower Water Treatment Works processes 90 million litres of water each day - equivalent to 36 Olympic-sized swimming pools
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Redruth
Giant cross raised for Easter on 700ft-high rocky outcrop
Winds gusting over 40mph did not stop the 20-foot-high cross from being raised on top of Carn Brea
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Review: 2:22 A Ghost Story at Hall for Cornwall is unmissable
Hall For Cornwall
This ingenious show is so much more than The Woman in Black for the TikTok age
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Neighbour from hell evicted after rash of anti-social behaviour
Truro
The problem resident failed to mend their ways and has now been kicked out of their home.
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Shoppers praise 'absolutely gorgeous' £45 supermarket cake for being the 'perfect wedding cake'
Shopping
You can buy it with a vanilla sponge and vanilla buttercream or a chocolate sponge and chocolate buttercream
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New study finds diabetes 'genetically linked' to breast, bowel and pancreatic cancer
Health
Diabetes UK says the findings could lead to new ways of preventing disease
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£35 trolley that's the 'ultimate solution' to making multiple trips is ideal for Glastonbury
Shopping
The cart is also ideal for anyone heading to the beach, on a picnic or, in fact, doing some gardening.
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Ad Feature
Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting your seasonal Covid-19 vaccination
Partner Stories
Individuals aged 75 years and over are now eligible to book for their spring Covid-19 top-up vaccine
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Gordon Ramsay issues squatters with legal papers after they take over £13m pub
Gordon Ramsay
Gordon Ramsay has been left fuming after a group of squatters took over his £13 million pub in London and have been using his kitchen appliances to barricade the doors
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'Easily the best' air fryer people use to 'replace their Ninja' and cook a roast is £118
Amazon
Amazon has knocked 25% off the Duronic Dual Air Fryer that shoppers have said is a 'game-changer'
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M&S' £45 sandals there's 'no need to break in' are 'so comfortable'
Shopping
M&S shoppers love the "comfortable and stylish" sandals and say they don't need to be broken in
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Five cat and dog illnesses it is easy to miss - and how to spot them
UK & World News
Some of them can hit more than 90% of our pets, but commonly go unnoticed by owners
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New Look's 'great quality' £33 men's denim jacket 'fits like a dream'
Shopping
New Look shoppers have praised the "great quality" and "perfect fit" of the denim jacket
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Dramatic pictures of huge cliff fall in Cornwall that 'might kill'
Newquay
Thousands of tonnes of rock have plummeted down the 200ft cliff face at a beauty spot where homes are being planned
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Silent protest outside Truro Crown Court to defend justice
Truro Crown Court
It was part of a series of similar actions around the country
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Fears plant to make drinking water from sea will scoop up poo
Environment
'I can’t swim in it and now South West Water want me to drink it'
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Readers give 'we are not listened to' verdict on demolition plans
Cornwall Council
'11,000 people signed a petition to save the Meadery, but the council obviously cares nothing for public opinion'
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Loo with a view sells for more than eight times the guide price
Offering more than eight times the original guide price, the winning bidder was feeling flush and spent more than a penny on the former public loos with a view
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David Beckham recalls Man United's treble-winning season in Amazon's '99' documentary trailer
Manchester United FC
mirror.co.uk
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Shoppers race to buy £99 rattan egg chair worth £227 that's cheaper than Dunelm and B&Q
Shopping
The 'stylish' grey rattan hanging egg chair usually costs £227 but you can get it for under £100 at Wowcher
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Death in Paradise star lands huge new role in BBC drama after leaving crime series
Death in Paradise
Tahj Miles, who played Officer Marlon Pryce in the Caribbean detective series, has landed a new role in a BBC drama after leaving Death in Paradise earlier this year
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Cornwall trains cancelled after fire breaks out trackside
Traffic & Travel
Trains running between Liskeard and Looe were cancelled on Wednesday, April 17
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Discover Cornwall - the real guide to the best of Cornwall
Discover Cornwall
Stories to inspire your exploration of Cornwall
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Cornwall Council increases security after anti-Semitic chant and 'genocide' accusations
Cornwall Council
The public gallery was closed during this week's full council meeting and Devon and Cornwall Police were notified
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Son described as 'charming' and 'friendly' before he slashed mum's throat, inquest hears
Courts
An inquest into the death of Sally Poynton is being held in Truro
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Uswitch reveals best mobile perks as O2 users will save hundreds on free Amazon Prime and Disney+
O2
mirror.co.uk
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Cornwall householder and business fined for paying to have waste dumped illegally
Cornwall Council
The council has issued a warning
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VW campervan in Cornwall bought for £180 drives one million miles
Environment
The vehicle, named Cecil, plays a key role in Clean Ocean Sailing in Cornwall, which hails tonnes of waste plastic collected from beaces
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Neighbours raise concerns about drugs, noise and litter at Cornwall Parkdean holiday park
Lizard
Residents of a hamlet next to a Parkdean resort have raised concerns about changes to its premises licence
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Amazon is selling 3-in-1 Square Fire Pit for £14 cheaper than Wowcher
Affiliates
Square 3-in-1 Fire Pit & BBQ Grill is £74, down from £199.99 but we found the exact same grill on Amazon that's cheaper
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UK tourist, 35, found dead in Portugal
UK & World News
Emergency services were sent to an address in the Algarve
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'Timeless' perfume gets shoppers 'so many compliments' down from £71 to £28 on Amazon
Beauty
The Cerruti 1881 Femme Eau De Toilette Spray For Women has been a classic since 1995 but fans say it's still one of the best on the market for everyday wear
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Octopus, EDF, British Gas and Eon to pay customers £30 if they break new rule
frontpage
The new rule from Ofgem around switching suppliers was introduced earlier this month
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H&M dress worn by Frankie Bridge 'could pass as designer' and looks 'so expensive'
Shopping
Frankie said: "This honestly feels and looks so expensive and I had so many compliments when I wore it out."
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BBC News presenter quits after 35 years with emotional statement
Celebs & TV
Mark Urban, who is the diplomatic editor of Newsnight and occasional host of the current affairs programme, released a statement on X telling viewers it was 'time for a change'
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Our holiday caravan was filthy and the chairs broke when we sat on them
UK & World News
Pair had planned a romantic break but said it had been ruined and the holiday company said 'We tried so hard to please them, but regrettably, fell short of their expectations'
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Frightened Brits call Spanish hotels after being told to 'go home' by locals
UK & World News
Protests and demonstrations have been taking place in the Canary Islands with more planned
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Tesco, M&S and Morrisons among supermarkets issuing 'emergency' refunds
Shopping
It comes after a number of Food Standards Agency (FSA) safety alerts were issued
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Father deliberately rammed HGV with dead baby daughter in car, court told
UK & World News
Oria Henry spent the weekend in Skegness with her father before he drove into an oncoming lorry
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Helston
Poignant service remembers crew killed in Sea King crash
The four men died when their Sea King helicopter from 824 Naval Air Squadron crashed into a cliff on The Lizard 50 years ago to the day
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Aldi’s Next Big Thing sees Cornwall marshmallow maker compete for supermarket spot
BBC
The Channel 4 competition could see the products created by Moosh Mallows hit the supermarket's shelves nationwide
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Family's knife crime fight in name of murdered 'amazing' Mike
Crime
The aim is to help tackle rising knife crime in rural areas like Cornwall
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One bust firm behind collapsed development has £135 million debts
Hayle
Many creditors will be worried they may not be able to recover what is owed to them
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South West Water in court over 30 sewage charges
Environment
The company faced 30 charges relating to waste water treatment works, sewage pumping stations and sewer network at locations across Cornwall and Plymouth between 2015 and 2021.
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Fear of having 'no farmers left' raised in solar farm debate
Farming
Cornwall Council agrees on a motion to establish the right balance between use of land for agriculture and industrial solar farms
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Cornwall death and funeral notices including 'wonderful dad' who was 'man of many talents'
Cornwall
Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one
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Property
Money-making businesses for sale right now - including massive go-kart track
Have you ever wanted to own a beach bar?
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'Cornwall needs another hospital' as NHS waiting times surge
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Cornwall Live's readers debate the state of the area's hospitals
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Son who slashed mum's throat said he didn't have mental health problem, inquest hears
Courts
An inquest into the death of Sally Poynton is being held in Truro
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Luxury 'bee venom' skincare brand Kate Middleton loves selling items for under £50
Shopping
Kate Middleton is said to be a fan of Rodial's Bee Vemon beauty products that aim to 'tackle the ten visible signs of ageing'
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Paedophiles could lose all parental rights in new UK law
UK & World News
It comes after mum had to pay £30,000 to stop her ex-husband having access to their daughter
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Discover Cornwall
Discover Cornwall
Sheltered Cornwall valley people find by accident and fall in love with
The tranquil village provides a much-needed escape from an often very busy Cornwall
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Cornwall's best things to do indoor, outdoor and free activities for families
Tourism
Our expert guide to the top tourist attractions and things to do in Cornwall - from exciting theme parks and fascinating wildlife havens to free kids' activities and hidden gems
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Best beer gardens in Cornwall to visit when it stops raining
Food
CornwallLive has pulled together a list of the best places for a pint in the sun based on our recommendations
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'Most depressing town' Falmouth named as one of best places to live
Falmouth
iLiveHere gave thriving Falmouth the unfortunate title. The Sunday Times though has named it among the best places to live.
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Wild swimming spots to add to your summer bucket list
Things to do in Cornwall
Tidal pools, waterfalls, quarries, hidden coves and outdoor pools await
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Traffic & Travel
Traffic & Travel
Multi-vehicle crash blocks major road in Cornwall
A second crash on the A39 this evening (Thursday, April 18) sparked further delays
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Crash blocks main road in Cornwall and sparks delays
Traffic & Travel
There were reports of heavy traffic in the area as the road was blocked in both directions
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Live: A30 crash leaves road blocked with queuing traffic
A30
Long delays have been reported
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Cornwall trains cancelled after fire breaks out trackside
Traffic & Travel
Trains running between Liskeard and Looe were cancelled on Wednesday, April 17
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Multi-vehicle crash on A38 sparks major rush hour delays
Traffic & Travel
There was heavy traffic on the A38 this evening, Tuesday, April 16, following a multi-vehicle crash
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Weather
Newquay
Ben and Jerry free cone day giving away ice cream in Cornwall
It's six hours of unlimited ice cream and you can go back as much as you want
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M&S £45 denim jacket shoppers 'can't resist' for spring
Affiliates
The Marks and Spencer's Pure Cotton Denim Quilted Shacket is the perfect layer of warmth for spring and summer
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Met Office predicts dry 'settled' weather for Cornwall
Weather
The Met Office has assured the wet weather is now behind us for the rest of the month
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Two back-to-back properties next to popular Cornwall beach are for sale
Property
These attached seaside houses are yards from Perranporth beach
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Cones used to deter problem parkers as it's been too wet to paint double yellows
Tourism
In a bid to control traffic jams over the Easter holidays and while waiting for the weather to dry up enough to paint permanent markings, the council and highways agency has turned to traffic cones.
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Politics
Truro Crown Court
Silent protest outside Truro Crown Court to defend justice
It was part of a series of similar actions around the country
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Cornwall Council increases security after chant and 'genocide' accusations
Cornwall Council
The public gallery was closed during this week's full council meeting and Devon and Cornwall Police were notified
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Cornwall planning: Fear of having 'no farmers left' raised in solar farm debate
Farming
Cornwall Council agrees on a motion to establish the right balance between use of land for agriculture and industrial solar farms
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'Cornwall needs another hospital' as NHS waiting times surge
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Cornwall Live's readers debate the state of the area's hospitals
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Warning that Truro's Pydar scheme will be Cornwall Council's own 'bankruptcy project'
Housing
Conservative councillor asks for £10m funding for Truro development to be thrown out because he says the council can't afford it
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Courts
Crime
Rapist jailed for eight years after repeatedly abusing teenage girl in Camborne
Aaron Roberts, 33, from Swindon, committed multiple offences against the victim in Cornwall between May and September 2020
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Dad of son who killed his own mum said news 'smashed me to smithereens'
Courts
Loved ones of Jacob Poynton-Whiting, who smashed through a window and stabbed his mother repeatedly, said he was not a violent young man and had never made threats towards family members
Bookmark
Woman felt like prisoner in her own home after assault from ex
Truro Crown Court
McAvoy sent his ex a barrage of messages between October and December last year
Bookmark
Silent protest outside Truro Crown Court to defend justice
Truro Crown Court
It was part of a series of similar actions around the country
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Son described as 'charming' and 'friendly' before he slashed mum's throat, inquest hears
Courts
An inquest into the death of Sally Poynton is being held in Truro
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Historic video shows how much Cornwall has changed in 50 years
It's a far cry from what beaches look like today
Developer branded a 'hypocrite' for objection to family's homes plan near its site
Cornwall Council
The developer has been branded a hypocrite for his comment about two houses for local people
'Houses are needed for people in the lower wage bracket' in Wadebridge housing plans
Wadebridge
A recent announcement of 245 new homes in Cornwall has sparked a debate among locals about the true meaning of 'affordable' housing and the impact of new developments.
Multi-vehicle crash blocks major road in Cornwall
Traffic & Travel
A second crash on the A39 this evening (Thursday, April 18) sparked further delays
Rapist jailed for eight years after repeatedly abusing teenage girl in Camborne
Crime
Aaron Roberts, 33, from Swindon, committed multiple offences against the victim in Cornwall between May and September 2020
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Developer branded a 'hypocrite' for objection to family's homes plan near its site
The developer has been branded a hypocrite for his comment about two houses for local people
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Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer, Tesco, Morrisons and Co-op have all issued urgent food recalls - with full refunds offered to shoppers. Here's what you need to know
Multi-vehicle crash blocks major road in Cornwall
Traffic & Travel
A second crash on the A39 this evening (Thursday, April 18) sparked further delays
Hayle North Quay collapsed company Sennybridge leaves £135 million debts
Hayle
Many creditors will be worried they may not be able to recover what is owed to them
Rapist jailed for eight years after repeatedly abusing teenage girl in Camborne
Crime
Aaron Roberts, 33, from Swindon, committed multiple offences against the victim in Cornwall between May and September 2020
Cornwall beaches
Historic video shows how much Cornwall has changed in 50 years
It's a far cry from what beaches look like today
Developer branded a 'hypocrite' for objection to family's homes plan near its site
Cornwall Council
The developer has been branded a hypocrite for his comment about two houses for local people
'Houses are needed for people in the lower wage bracket' in Wadebridge housing plans
Wadebridge
A recent announcement of 245 new homes in Cornwall has sparked a debate among locals about the true meaning of 'affordable' housing and the impact of new developments.
Multi-vehicle crash blocks major road in Cornwall
Traffic & Travel
A second crash on the A39 this evening (Thursday, April 18) sparked further delays
Rapist jailed for eight years after repeatedly abusing teenage girl in Camborne
Crime
Aaron Roberts, 33, from Swindon, committed multiple offences against the victim in Cornwall between May and September 2020