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Cornwall National Trust Sites Announce Autumn Events

Posted byby Newquay Voice
06/09/2026
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Cornwall's National Trust properties are preparing for a busy autumn of events. Families, history enthusiasts, walkers and craft lovers can explore Antony, Cotehele and Lanhydrock over the coming months. As...

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Sports

Exeter Chiefs Fall to Scarlets in Pre-Season Friendly

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
1 min

Exeter Chiefs lost 15-36 at home to United Rugby Championship side the Scarlets on Saturday. It was the Chiefs' first run-out of the new campaign, with the side having finished...

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Cornish Charity Backs Legal Protection for Resting Seals

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

The Seal Research Trust backs calls to make deliberate seal disturbance an offence.

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Crash Blocks A38 Lane Near Exeter Racecourse

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
1 min

The A38 is flowing again after a crash blocked one lane earlier this afternoon, Saturday, September 5. Slow traffic was reported near Haldon Hill, close to the Exeter Racecourse junction....

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South West Wildfire Risk Remains After Devastating Summer

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

Firefighters in Jersey, Devon and Cornwall have warned the risk of wildfires remains high after one of the busiest summers in recent years.

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Launceston Box Plant Closure Confirmed, 165 Jobs Lost

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

The historic box company DS Smith has confirmed that all 165 staff at its Launceston plant will lose their jobs. The international paper and packaging firm has been a major...

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St Mabyn Pensioner Caught With Child Rape Images

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
1 min

A pensioner who was caught with images of children as young as six being anally raped and bound has avoided jail. James Sharratt was found in possession of four category...

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Parenting & Children

Squishy Dumpling Toys Pose Toxic Chemical Risk

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

Popular squishy dumpling toys that look "cute and harmless" could be toxic for children. Article continues below. Cornwall Council's Trading...

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Nature and Wildlife

Campaigner Carries Nine-Foot Tiger on 1,000-Mile Trek to Cornwall

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
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Paul Goldstein and the tiger are due to cross into Cornwall this weekend.

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St Ives Among Europe’s Top Holiday Destinations

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
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TODAY we are in St Ives as we continue our serialisation of the travel book, Cornwall Favourites For One And All!: A Quick Guide To Good...

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Declan Donnelly Admits Breaking Law at Bridgwater Services

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

Declan Donnelly has admitted he "broke the law" and "nearly got arrested" after a shoplifting incident at Bridgwater Services. As TV presenting icons, Dec and his long-standing co-host and friend...

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South West Water Apologises as Devon Towns Hit by Supply Issues

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
1 min

People in Buckfastleigh, Paignton, Kingsbridge and Totnes are experiencing supply issues.

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Environment

Devon Green Projects Nominated for BBC Make a Difference Award

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

Four projects have been nominated in the environmental category of BBC Radio Devon's Make a Difference Awards. The Growing Well Garden in Bow, the Sampford Peverell Tree Wardens in mid-Devon,...

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Cornwall Active Champions Up for Sporting and Community Award

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

A Newquay boxing gym and a men's walking group in Falmouth are in the running for a BBC Radio Cornwall Make a Difference Award. The founder of an ultra-marathon race...

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Historic Ship Inn Vandalised, Owners Heartbroken

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
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Posting on their Facebook page, the landlord and landlady, Noah and Aleks, wrote how they had woken up "to something absolutely...

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Man Banned from Devon for Racist Abuse and Trashing Room

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

A 20-year-old man has been banned from Devon and ordered to pay £3,000 in compensation after trashing a room and subjecting a letting agent to vile racist abuse. A judge...

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Sports

Truro Community Sports Pavilion Construction Completed

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
1 min

Keys to a new community sports and wellbeing pavilion have been formally handed over, marking the end of construction. The project, which began in August 2025, was led by Truro...

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Devon Carers Get New Webpage and Email Updates for Service Changes

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

Carers in Devon can now sign up to email updates and visit a new webpage to find the latest information on the forthcoming new arrangements...

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Holidays and Travel

Exmouth Holiday Park Lobbies for Winter Season Extension

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

Local democracy reporter Bradley Gerrard reports that a major Devon holiday park is applying to extend its opening period to benefit from an additional school holiday. A holiday park in...

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Pets and Animals

Dog Grounded After Roof Rescue in Falmouth

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

The owner of a dog rescued from the roof of her house said she was "incredibly grateful to those who saved him". Emma Seager said Sweetie, a rescue dog from...

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Cornwall Council Puts Interim Leadership in Place

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
1 min

Cornwall Council has announced that "interim leadership arrangements are being put in place" at the local authority. The move comes as the council's chief executive officer, Kate Kennally, is currently...

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Finance

Lloyds Cheque Deposits Return to Devon Post Offices

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

A lead Devon Councillor has welcomed the restoration of cheque deposit services for Lloyds Banking Group customers at Post Offices,...

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Newquay’s Decline: Store Closures, Dirty Streets and Decay

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
3 min

Known for its world-class surf beaches, beautiful coastline and vibrant seaside atmosphere, Newquay has been a popular holiday destination...

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Sports

Camborne Rugby Boss Says Journey Is for Whole of Cornwall

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

Camborne's sporting director has called on the whole of Cornwall to support the side as they prepare for their first ever season in the third tier of English rugby. The...

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Environment

Holiday Park Endures Years of Unbearable Sewage Pong

Posted byby Newquay Voice
05/09/2026
2 min

The operator of Lady's Mile Holiday Park in Dawlish Warren, Devon, has criticised South West Water over an "unbelievable pong" that has affected the site for years. Operations manager Stephen...

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Bottled Water Delivered as Station Opens After Supply Loss

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
1 min

A water company says it has opened a water station and delivered bottled water to vulnerable customers after a loss of supply.

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Town Marshals Deter Anti-Social Behaviour in Coastal Towns

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
2 min

Looe and Saltash leaders want locals and holidaymakers to feel safe and welcome with new patrols.

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Travel

GWR to Axe Devon and Cornwall Services Over Train Faults

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
2 min

A number of rail journeys will be cancelled across Devon and Cornwall from next week due to recurring issues with a fleet of trains,...

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Pregnant Woman Spared Jail for Newquay Wine Glass Attack

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
2 min

A man's face was slashed open from eye to mouth after being attacked by a drunk woman with a wine glass during a pub altercation.

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Sports

Middleton Seeks Consistency as Newquay Face Crucial Run

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
2 min

Newquay return to league action tomorrow at Mount Wise against Shepton Mallet, with a 3pm kick-off. The Peppermints have eight points from six fixtures so far, but if they are...

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Staff Shortages Extend Newquay Minor Injury Unit Closure

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
1 min

Newquay's Minor Injury Unit will remain closed until October next year due to ongoing staffing issues. The decision to extend the temporary...

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Property

Loe Beach Near Feock Listed for Sale at £3 Million

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
2 min

Loe Beach near Feock in Cornwall has gone on the market for £3 million - but there could be a backlash.

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Sewage Smell Blights Devon Holiday Park for Years

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
2 min

A holiday park boss condemns a water firm for not tackling a "sporadic" odour problem.

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Essential Works to Close A380 Near Exeter

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
1 min

A main A-road near Exeter will be closed overnight this month due to essential repair works. ‌. The A380 is scheduled to undergo four nights...

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Cornwall Late-Night Crime Plan Targets Four Towns

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
3 min

Devon and Cornwall Police would like to see the introduction of community safety zones in four Cornish areas where there is a concentration...

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Cornwall Marshals and Patrols Deter Anti-Social Behaviour

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
2 min

Concerns about anti-social behaviour in coastal towns have prompted local councils to pay security firms to patrol the streets and beaches.

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Property

Calstock Engine Shed Approved for Holiday Accommodation

Posted byby Newquay Voice
04/09/2026
1 min

Cornwall Council has granted conditional listed building consent for the conversion of the Grade II-listed building.

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A30 Back Open After Camborne Car Fire

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
1 min

The A30 was partially shut this evening after a car caught fire. Traffic and travel website Inrix reported that the A30 westbound was...

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Bideford Man Banned from Public Urination and Self-Pleasure

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
1 min

Police have banned a Bideford man from drinking alcohol in any public space after concerns about his alcohol-fuelled antisocial behaviour. On August 27, Robert Tellem, aged 29, pleaded guilty to...

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Devon Campaign Encourages Suicide Conversations for Prevention Day

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
2 min

DEVON residents are being encouraged to have open conversations about suicide and mental health as part of this year's World Suicide...

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Staffing Shortage Extends Newquay Minor Injuries Unit Closure

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
1 min

The temporary closure of a minor injuries unit has been extended because of a shortage of specialist clinicians. The unit at Newquay Hospital was initially closed on 21 August and...

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North Devon Man Handed Three-Year Criminal Behaviour Order

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
1 min

POLICE have banned a Bideford man from drinking alcohol in any public space after concerns around his alcohol-fuelled antisocial behaviour.

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Torbay Council Proposes 20mph Speed Limits Near Schools

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
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New 20mph speed limits could be introduced around schools in Torbay to make it safer for pupils. Torbay Council said zones could be installed near six schools in Torquay, Paignton...

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Exeter Man Jailed for Strangling Partner on Her Birthday

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
2 min

A 32-year-old Exeter man carried out a violent attack on his partner on her birthday, a court has heard. Michael Lockhart began arguing with the woman before pushing her and...

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Isles of Scilly Steamship Group Chief Executive Resigns

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
2 min

The boss of a ferry and airline company has announced he will step down from his role early next year. The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group (ISSG) said its chief...

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RNLI Lifeguards Rescue 11 in Newquay Beach Distress

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
2 min

One casualty had become submerged, unconscious and unresponsive in the water and was pulled to safety. 0. News.

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Devon Couple Raises £10k to Find Missing Friend’s Family

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
2 min

A Devon couple have raised nearly £10,000 to help find their friend following devastating flash floods in Nepal.

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Souvenir Edition Celebrates Life of Country Queen

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
2 min

Our souvenir edition celebrates the life of the Queen of Country.

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Finance

Banks Face Criticism Over Devon Branch Closures

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
2 min

Britain's biggest banks have come under fire from MPs over the 'decimation' of rural services, which is leaving people in places like Devon...

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Truro Property Declared No-Go Zone After Threatening Behaviour

Posted byby Newquay Voice
03/09/2026
1 min

Nightmare neighbours have been banned from entering their home after relentless anti-social behaviour in Truro.

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