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Cornwall Live - Penzance

'Life and soul' who 'always gave to others' among those remembered this week

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Miles Darwin, who was only 49, and all others who have lost a loved one in this week's list

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Cornwall Live - Penzance

Legendary director Beryl Richards among Cornwall residents recognised in King's Birthday honours

He has directed a number of children’s shows in her career including Rainbow and The Sooty Show, and joins a raft of local heroes being recognised

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Travel fan takes sleeper train to Penzance and price leaves people floored

A UK travel and food content creator shared his honest review of the Great Western Railway (GWR) Night Riviera overnight sleeper train from London Paddington to Penzance

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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Pirates sign new five-year shirt sponsorship deal

The landmark deal will take the law firm's partnership with the Pirates up to 2032.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Falmouth MP backs crackdown on “broken” water industry after parasite outbreak fine

Falmouth and Truro MP Jayne Kirkham has called for sweeping reform of the UK’s “broken” water industry.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

MP Andrew George announces subject he is taking forward for proposed new law

He will introduce the proposed new legislation to Parliament this autumn.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Update on missing St Austell woman last seen across Rame Peninsula

Police appeal as concern grows for missing St Austell woman last seen travelling across Rame Peninsula and south east Cornwall.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Parents pay heartfelt tribute to two young brothers killed in Cornwall A30 crash

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to two young brothers who died following a devastating crash on the A30 in Cornwall during half-term last month.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall holiday firm accused of 'scam' Disneyland train trips direct from Penzance

The company founder contacted CornwallLive to explain - and apologise

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Just four games possible in Cornwall cricket competition

This time, it was overnight rain that continued on Saturday morning, with parts of the county hit by unseasonably strong winds.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

This week's latest cricket fixtures in Cornwall

The latest cricket fixtures across Cornwall this week.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall cricket results for the latest games

Saturday 6 June

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Reform councillor questions public benefit of learning Cornish with public money

He questioned whether there is public demand for the local authority to promote use of the Cornish language over the next ten years.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Free football event to offer 16 to 24 year olds a chance in football

Cornwall County Football Association’s marketing and communications manager Rhiannon Morley has released details of a free Your Game event that is being tailored for youngsters aged from 16 to 24.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Plans submitted for new surf lifesaving clubhouse in Cornwall

The Cornish surf lifesaving club hopes to meet growing safety demands on beaches across the Duchy with plans to demolish its deteriorating 1950s clubhouse and replace it with a modern, climate‑resilient facility.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall students take part in 'live interview' with employers

Year 10 pupils at Pool Academy, part of the Athena Learning Trust, took part in the event with the support of 14 employers and professionals

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Tries on the turn help Cornwall land eighth County Championship title

Cornwall claimed their eighth County Championship crown with a hard-fought five-try win over a spirited Lancashire outfit at Twickenham.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Wendron football club seeks players for new under-17s girls' team

The competition for girls under the age of 17 is to be introduced for the 2026-27 season.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Falmouth rugby club announces latest AGM date

The meeting will take place at the clubhouse, and all club members and stakeholders are strongly encouraged to attend.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall County FA promotes referees after 2025-26 season

In its statement, the CCFA said the year had seen continued growth in refereeing across Cornwall.