Photos Capture Ongoing Police Incident at Truro Car Park
Police and paramedics were called to a Cornish car park "following reports of concern for the welfare of a person" this afternoon,...
Artist Remembered as ‘Strong, Bright’ After Fatal Crash
The family of Elizabeth Brown pays tribute, describing her as a "warm,bright" person.
Cornwall Police Urge Help Finding Teen Sisters Missing for Days
The force have launched an urgent appeal after two missing teenage sisters have not been seen since Friday, as they become 'increasingly...
Ground Floor of Truro Car Park Cordoned Off by Police
Police say they have closed the car park after getting calls about the welfare of a person.
Cornwall Fire Service Says Don’t Call 999 About Neighbour’s Barbecue
Shock as remains of disposable barbecue found on parched golf course in county.
Police Close Ground Floor of Truro’s Moorfield Car Park
Police say they have closed the car park after getting calls about the welfare of a person.
Woman Rescued After Slipping on Rocks at Golitha Falls
East Cornwall Search and Rescue Team was called to the beauty spot on Bodmin Moor at around 3.54pm on Saturday.
Carriageway Closed in Devon After Serious Fire and Smoke
A major road has been closed because of a serious fire and smoke which has spread to the central reservation and a nearby field. Devon and...
Serious Fire Closes A38 as Smoke Drifts Over Carriageway
The A38 was closed in both directions after a wildfire broke out on an embankment next to the road. Drivers should expect delays on the dual carriageway at Dean Prior,...
Padstow Sea Safari Boats Join Rescue of Six Swimmers
Boats looking for wildlife were first on the scene to help sea swimmers who got into trouble.
Tribute Paid to Artist Elizabeth Brown After Fatal Shaldon Crash
The family of Elizabeth Brown, a beloved artist described as a "dear friend to many," have paid tribute after she died at the scene of a crash in Devon. Brown,...
Burglar Who Lived in Devon Holiday Home Attic Given Suspended Sentence
A 'sponging' drug user broke into a family's holiday home in Devon and ransacked the property, a court heard. Article continues below.
Firefighter Calls For Permanent Ban On Disposable BBQs
A senior firefighter has said he wishes disposable barbecues were permanently banned. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said crews...
Devon Councillor Welcomes Drought Package but Calls for Bluetongue Action
A Devon councillor and sheep farmer has welcomed the £65 million Government support package to help farmers cope with drought, extreme heat and wildfire risk, while calling for greater action...
Devon May Launch Legal Challenge Over 2028 Council Plan
Councillors have warned of the “dilution of democracy” as new “interim” warding arrangements are set out for unitary authorities in Devon. The changes form part of the biggest local government...
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Connor Downs Motorcycle Crash
Police are appealing for witnesses following a motorcycle collision in Connor Downs on Sunday. Emergency services were called to Gwinear...
Cornwall Fire Service Thanks Public as Fire Risk Eases
With no new incidents to report, Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service has thanked the public for its support and cooperation during the...
Report Says Passenger’s Lean Blocked Pilot’s View Before Honiton Crash
A Tiger Moth plane crashed near Honiton after the pilot's view was blocked by his passenger leaning over, an official air accident report...
West Devon Council Issues Preservation Orders for Six Trees
A more than 300-year-old oak was among six sites given new preservation orders in Devon. West Devon Borough Council said the orders would...
Family Remembers Artist Elizabeth Brown After Shaldon Collision
THE family of a woman who died following a fatal collision in Shaldon have paid tribute to an artist whose bright paintings reflected her...
Woman Suffers Head and Shoulder Injuries in 30ft Cornwall Climbing Fall
A woman who was rock climbing in Cornwall suffered head and shoulder injuries after falling around 30 feet on Friday. The volunteer crew of Sennen Cove RNLI were tasked by...
Summer Policing Plan Adds Frontline Officers in Devon and Cornwall
Devon and Cornwall Police has introduced a comprehensive summer policing plan to help keep communities safe during one of the busiest times...
August Ban on Nail Gel Chemical Now in Force Across UK
A new rule is now in force across the UK, effectively banning some kinds of nail gel in all salons. The regulation, which came into force on Saturday, August 15,...
Councillors Warn ‘Dilution of Democracy’ as Devon Ward Boundaries Shift
Councillors have warned of the “dilution of democracy” as new “interim” warding arrangements have been set out for unitary authorities in...
St Austell Crew Tackles Skip Fire in Early Hours
Elsewhere in Cornwall, crews tackle number of fires in the open.
Newquay Minor Injury Unit Closed For Day Due To Staffing Pressures
Newquay Minor Injury Unit is closed today (Monday), Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has confirmed.
Devon Police Warn of Fake Celebrity Profiles Used by Scammers
RESIDENTS across Devon are being warned to be on their guard against fake social media profiles impersonating celebrities and other...
Cornwall Divers Free Two Sharks From Lost Crab Pot
Cornwall Wildlife Trust is encouraging people to report lost fishing gear after two bull huss sharks were found trapped inside a lost crab pot. Matt Slater, the trust's marine conservation...
B3174 Reopens Following Reported Lorry Crash Near Exeter Airport
A crash involving a lorry was reported near Exeter Airport this morning (Monday, August 17). The B3174 was blocked in both directions between the A30 and London Road. Drivers were...
Bude’s RNLI Lifeboat Day Set for Full Day of Family Fun
Bude is counting down the days to its RNLI Lifeboat Day, with organisers promising a full day of family fun, live entertainment and...
Lidl Begins Construction on Braunton Store Set for Spring Opening
Lidl has started construction on its new multi-million-pound store on Tinever Road, Braunton. The store is expected to create 40 new jobs when it opens next spring. Lidl employees are...
Liskeard Aldi Expansion Wins Conditional Council Approval
Plans include an extension to the existing store, together with a new plant compound, additional car parking and an associated pedestrian...
Falmouth, Not St Ives or Padstow, Is UK’s Most Independent Seaside Town
The Cornwall hotspot has 76.9% of its high street shops independently owned – making it the ideal destination to support local businesses on...
Four ‘Great Neighbours’ Chosen for Cornwall Make a Difference Awards
People who have been praised for being a top neighbour in their community have been nominated for a BBC Radio Cornwall Make a Difference...
Police in Plymouth Target Speeding and Illegal Exhausts
Drivers caught speeding, using illegal number plates and creating excessive noise have been targeted in a police road safety operation.
Council Receives Plan to Revive Closed Charlestown Shipwreck Centre
Cornwall Council has received a planning application for a proposal to revitalise a former attraction which closed almost two years ago. R G Morcom Holdings Ltd has applied for permission...
Dredging Work Starts at Historic Port of Truro
The Truro Town Deal programme-funded work aims to improve access to the Cornwall city's quays.
Pensilva Health Centre Seeks Approval for Four New Rooms
The proposal would see a single-storey extension built on the lawned area to the rear of the existing health centre.
Tibberton Man to Face Trial Over Careless Driving Injury in Cornwall
A 39-year-old Tibberton man accused of causing serious injury to another road user by driving carelessly in Cornwall last summer is to stand...
Rural Devon Could Get Fewer Councillors Under New Plans
Devon County Council has raised concerns about how planned changes to local government could impact rural representation,...
Taylor Woodrow Enters Devon Highways Framework
Taylor Woodrow has entered Devon County Council's highways framework as part of a refresh of contractors for the next four years. The Vinci-owned contractor is the only completely new entrant...
School Sex Offence Reports Rise in Devon and Cornwall
Devon and Cornwall Police has said a rise in the number of reported sexual offences against children in schools over the last five years may...
Devon Farmer Tells of Sudden Deaths From Bluetongue
A farmer has described the devastating impact of the bluetongue outbreak after losing almost 25 sheep and lambs. The virus, which affects sheep and cattle and is spread by biting...
Met Office Forecasts Heavy Rain for 16 Cornwall Towns on Tuesday
More than a dozen Cornish towns and cities are facing heavy downpours on Tuesday after the summer's fifth heatwave comes to an end.
Cornwall Police Appeal for Two Missing Teen Sisters
Police in Cornwall say they are becoming 'increasingly concerned' about two young sisters, who have gone missing together over the weekend.
Falmouth Sexual Predator Jailed for Abusing Stepson in Attic
The victim of a sadistic sexual predator died a month before justice could be served. Over years of neglect and abuse, Kevin Cross strung his stepson up from the rafters...
Surf Lifesaving Club Rescues Two Beachgoers at Mawgan Porth
Two beachgoers have been rescued by members of a local surf lifesaving club after getting into difficulty at a popular beach.
Paignton Monastery’s New Owners Plan Community Hub After £1 Purchase
The council approved the £1 sale last year and is working with the owners to reopen the monastery.
Man Raised by ‘Dexter’ Serial Killer Recalls Forced Tattoo at 17
A man raised by a 'Dexter' serial killer says he was mentally and physically abused by his stepfather, and was left bleeding after being tattooed at the age of 17....
Jack Russell Rescued From 30ft Ledge After Portscatho Cliff Fall
A Jack Russell had to be rescued from a 30ft ledge after falling down a cliff. . The pet had been walking with its owners when it got the...