Gas Work Misery to Go on for Three More Months in Bude
Disruptive gas work in a Cornish town is set to continue for another three months, extending the total project to 14 months. Emergency gas and pipeline service work has been...
Historic Gorran Haven Quay Could Be Lost Without Repairs
The future of a historic harbour is uncertain unless money can be raised for urgent repairs. A £120,000 fundraising drive has started to protect the quay in Gorran Haven, near...
Police Confirm Missing Pair Found in Cornwall
Two girls who were reported missing at the weekend have been found in Cornwall, police said. The pair, aged 11 and 12, were last seen in the...
Solar Eclipse Best Viewing Times in Cornwall Using Your Postcode
Britain's most significant solar eclipse of the century will be visible from across the country on Wednesday, but the best time to see it depends on where you live. Use...
Last-minute Scramble for Eclipse Safety Glasses in Cornwall
Specialist glasses which make it safe to view an eclipse have become a sought-after commodity, according to a Cornwall tourism expert.
Bodmin Man Jailed After Dangerous Police Chase Ends in Flipped Car
A 29-year-old man has been sentenced to 16 months in prison after a high-speed police chase near Bodmin, Cornwall, concluded with his car flipping onto its roof. Jean-Luc Coombe admitted...
Cornwall Men Jailed for Violent Taser and Scaffolding Bar Attack Outside Pub
Two men have been sentenced to prison for a brutal attack outside a Cornwall pub, involving a 30,000-volt Taser and scaffolding bars. The assault, which occurred on a Tuesday afternoon,...
Truro and Penwith College Welcomes New Principal After Extensive National Search
Truro and Penwith College has announced the appointment of Carl Riding as its new Principal and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The decision follows a rigorous nationwide search, with Mr. Riding...
Cornwall Airport Newquay Boosts Safety and Efficiency with Advanced Radar System Upgrade
Cornwall Airport Newquay is set to enhance its operational capabilities with a significant upgrade to its radar system. This modernisation effort, part of a broader infrastructure improvement plan, aims to...
Cornwall Council Seeks Public Views on Ambitious Air Quality Improvement Plan
Cornwall Council is actively seeking public input on its draft Air Quality Action Plan, a five-year strategy aimed at significantly reducing air pollution across the region. The plan specifically targets...
Cornwall Council Proposes Rent Hike to Fund Crucial Housing Upgrades Amidst Development Boom
Cornwall Council is set to implement a 4.8% rent increase for its council homes, a move designed to fund significant upgrades to the local authority’s housing stock. This proposal comes...
Devon & Cornwall Police Urge Public to Register CCTV for Enhanced Crime Fighting
Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing to the public and businesses to register their CCTV and doorbell cameras. This initiative aims to streamline the process of obtaining crucial footage for...
Raccoon Causes Stir in Cornwall Following Flamingo’s French Adventure
Cornwall residents were on alert this week following the sighting of a raccoon roaming freely in a garden in the Gwennap area. The exotic animal, native to North America, prompted...
Devon and Cornwall PCC Role Abolished in Shock Government Move
The role of Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) across England and Wales is set to be abolished in 2028, a decision that has sent shockwaves through the sector. The government...
Skybus Steps In: Newquay-London Flights Secured After Airline Collapse
The vital air link between Newquay and London Gatwick is set to resume as planned on November 23rd, following the collapse of previous operator Eastern Airways and subsequent disruption from...
Cornwall Barn Fire: Multiple Fire Crews Battle Overnight Blaze in St Teath
Firefighters from Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service were called to a significant barn fire in St Teath on Monday afternoon, November 10th. Crews from Wadebridge, Bodmin, and Padstow responded initially,...
Skybus Rescues Vital Newquay-London Air Link After Eastern Airways Collapse
Skybus, a regional airline operated by the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group, is set to resume the crucial Newquay to London Gatwick flight route following the unexpected collapse of Eastern...
Cornish Village Overrun by Cows Exercising Ancient Grazing Rights
A herd of cows has caused a stir in the Cornish village of St Breward, leaving residents bemused and their gardens trampled. The unexpected visitors were seen grazing on lawns...
Truro Murder Investigation: 23-Year-Old Man Found Dead, Another Arrested
A murder investigation has been launched in Truro, Cornwall, following the discovery of a deceased 23-year-old man. Police were called to a property on Polruan Road on Wednesday morning after...
Shocking Sinkhole Engulfs Car Outside Redruth Bakery
A dramatic incident unfolded in Redruth, Cornwall, when a sinkhole suddenly opened up, swallowing a parked car. The vehicle, a Mini belonging to local resident Malcolm McKenzie, was partially consumed...
Cornwall Woman Among 11 Charged in £13.8 Million Birmingham Airport Drug Bust
A 21-year-old woman from Cornwall is one of eleven individuals charged in connection with the seizure of over half a tonne of cannabis at Birmingham Airport. The significant drug haul,...
Royal Navy Marches Through Cornish Village Honouring Nelson and Trafalgar Victory
Sailors from RNAS Culdrose and other organisations paraded through the village of Madron in Cornwall to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar and honour the memory of Vice...
Cornwall Sees Surge In Housing Applications, Including Major Developments
Cornwall Council is reviewing a significant number of planning applications, with proposals for over 200 new homes topping the list. Among the latest submissions are plans for a large housing...
Cornwall’s Bus Services Poised for £500k Overhaul Amid ‘Nightmare’ Issues
Cornwall’s struggling bus services are set to receive a significant boost with a new £500,000 government pilot scheme aimed at overhauling how services are managed. The initiative will see the...
Men Attack Car in Road Rage Incident Near Redruth School
Police are seeking information after a disturbing road rage incident occurred near Redruth School on the A3047. Two men reportedly attempted to force a motorist off the road before physically...
Devon and Cornwall Police Investigate Suspicious Death of Couple in Camelford
A husband and wife have been found dead at their home in Camelford, Cornwall. Police were called to the property on September 24 following concerns for their welfare. The couple...
Cornwall Council’s Chief Operating Officer Resigns From Six-Figure Role After Less Than A Year
Cornwall Council’s Chief Operating Officer, Alice Gunn, has resigned from her six-figure salary position after less than a year in the role. Ms. Gunn, who joined the council in January,...
Cornwall Council Seeks Public Opinion on Dog Beach Access Amidst Heated Debate
Cornwall Council is inviting residents and visitors to share their views on current restrictions for dogs on the county’s beaches. The existing Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) limits canine access...
Second Fire Engulfs Derelict Narrowcliff Hotel in Newquay, Investigation Underway Amid Structural Concerns
A significant fire has once again ravaged the derelict Narrowcliff Hotel in Newquay, Cornwall. Fire crews battled the blaze, which spread across multiple floors and through the roof, for several...
Police Urge Public To Help Locate Wanted Man With Newquay Links
Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted in connection with serious offences. The individual, who has known links to several areas across...
Newquay Night Bus Drives Down Summer Crime Rates
A dedicated late-night bus service in Newquay has been lauded for its significant impact on reducing crime reports over the summer months. The initiative, aimed at providing a safe travel...
Cornwall Hospice Care Celebrates 45 Years of Compassionate Service
Cornwall Hospice Care (CHC) is celebrating a significant milestone, marking 45 years of providing essential specialist hospice care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses across Cornwall. Since opening its first facility,...
Lord Matthew Taylor Appointed New Chair of Cornwall NHS Trust
Former Truro and St Austell MP, Lord Matthew Taylor of Goss Moor, has been appointed as the new Chair of Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. He will succeed Margaret Schwarz,...
Armed Standoff Rocks Quiet Cornish Village of Trewoon
A tense evening unfolded in the village of Trewoon near St Austell after reports of a gunman led to a dramatic police operation. Residents witnessed a heavy police presence as...
Cornwall Reform UK Deputy Leader Steps Down Amid Party Rift
A significant internal shake-up has hit Reform UK in Cornwall after the party’s deputy leader at Cornwall Council, Councillor Rowland O’Connor, announced his resignation. The move comes just five months...
Cornwall Council Presses Ahead With 20mph Limit Rollout Despite Town’s Rejection
Cornwall Council’s countywide plan to implement 20mph speed limits in built-up areas is moving forward, even as the scheme faces notable resistance in one area, St Austell. Despite the objections,...
Cornwall Cemetery Attack: Three Jailed After Kidnapping and Violent Assault
Three men have been sentenced to prison following a coordinated kidnapping and violent assault on a man after he was lured with the promise of a lift from a cemetery...
Hollywood Wizards Arrive: HBO’s Harry Potter Reboot Begins Cornwall Filming
The magic of Harry Potter is returning to screens—this time as a high-profile HBO series. Filming for the much-anticipated reboot has begun on the scenic beaches and rugged cliffs of...
Double-Decker Bus Crashes Into Cornwall Hospital Entrance: One Passenger Onboard, No Injuries Reported
A double-decker bus collided with the canopy at the main entrance of Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro on the morning of 9 October 2025. The impact occurred just before 9am,...
Cornish Farmer Faces £89,000 Bill After Asbestos-Laced Waste Scandal
A Cornish farmer has been handed a suspended prison sentence and ordered to pay more than £89,000 for operating an illegal waste site, after 10,000 tonnes of building rubble—including hazardous...
Cornwall Community Outraged as Affordable Home Sits Vacant for Nine Years
In the quiet village of Veryan on the Roseland peninsula, an affordable home intended for local families has remained empty for nine years, sparking anger and disbelief among the community...
Cornwall Council Pushes Net Zero Deadline to 2045: Local Debate Intensifies
Cornwall Council has confirmed it plans to delay its original target for reaching net zero carbon emissions by 15 years, moving the deadline from 2030 to 2045. This major policy...
A30 Bus Blaze in Cornwall Triggers Major Disruption and Road Closure
A serious bus fire erupted early Tuesday morning on the A30 near Bolventor, Cornwall, causing significant travel disruption, major delays, and the closure of the westbound carriageway. Emergency services responded...
Cornwall Village Sees Relief as Police Shut Down Anti-Social Behaviour Hub in Troon
A residential property in Fore Street, Troon, Cornwall, infamous for anti-social behaviour including noise, suspected drug activity, and late-night disturbances, has been forced to close its doors for three months....
Ryanair Unveils Major Winter Expansion and New Routes at Newquay Airport
Budget airline Ryanair has announced a major expansion at Cornwall Airport Newquay, launching its Winter 2025 schedule with additional routes, extra capacity for the festive season, and a renewed push...
Teen Arrested on Suspicion of Drug Driving After Newquay Crash Involving Motorcyclist
A collision in Newquay on Friday morning has led to the arrest of a teenager on suspicion of drug driving after a motorcyclist sustained minor injuries. The incident occurred on...
Cornwall Faces Economic Challenges as Beloved Stores and Jobs Disappear
A wave of closures and job losses has shaken communities across Cornwall with several popular businesses and institutions announcing layoffs, cutbacks and departures from the region. The abrupt changes have...
Shockwaves In Cornwall: Tourism Board Collapses Amid Financial Crisis
Cornwall’s leading tourism board, Visit Cornwall, has gone into voluntary liquidation after facing overwhelming financial difficulties. The abrupt closure of the not-for-profit body has sent ripples through the region’s visitor...
Tourism Slump in Cornwall: Fears Grow as Staycation Drop Hits Local Economy
Cornwall, long celebrated as the crown jewel of the British seaside holiday, is facing an alarming downturn in both staycations and overall visitor numbers. As costs soar and anti-tourism sentiment...
Newquay Fire Leads to Murder Arrest After Man’s Body Discovered
A significant fire in Newquay has resulted in a murder investigation and an arrest. Emergency services were called to a property on Narrowcliff on Tuesday afternoon where a blaze had...