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Penzance flat fire dad who died after explosion is named as tributes paid
'We have lost one of the best people in our life, this wonderful human being. This man has been my everything and will always be my everything.'

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Detectives investigating fatal gas explosion and fire at block of flats
A man died and homes were evacuated


Man dies after explosion and fire at block of flats in Penzance
He died from injuries sustained in the fire

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Live: Huge fire breaks out at block of flats in Penzance
Fire crews are at the scene


Much loved sportsman among those remembered in latest death notices
Jago 'passed away peacefully surrounded by love'


Hospital U-turn after 'banning' overtime pay because it's not 'cost-effective'
All care groups are expected to 'always use the most cost-effective way to cover any unfilled shifts'

Cornwall driver among ‘thousands’ sent parking tickets by faulty machines
Campaigner Lynda Eagan helps drivers who join the Facebook group Private Parking Tickets – Help and Advice, which has 47,000 members.
Cornish cyclists endure 'challenging conditions' on Alfie Beard memorial ride
The six cyclists are pushing through tough conditions to raise money for the RNLI and to honour Alfie's memory

Dementia charity's plea for help as centre blocked by Travellers
The centre has been closed for over a week

Helston eight-year-old turns first haircut into charity mission
Next month, Maisie will bravely donate at least 12 inches (30cm) of her hair to charity

Cornwall's unique place names that are always pronounced incorrectly
Unless you're from the area, you probably won't pronounce Trewoon properly


Rallying cry as travellers devastate kids' football pitch
New pictures reveal the devastation as the club pleads for help

60 apartments for over-55s will be ‘highly prominent’ but needed
Cornwall Council has applied to its own planning department to build the apartments.
New exhibition at Trelissick to celebrate its 70th anniversary
The Cornwall Crafts Association (CCA) will present Woodland Wonderland to honour the milestone.

A30 reopens after crash closure near Penzance
It happened earlier this afternoon


Cornwall Travellers accused of trouble move to school field
Cornwall Council has been informed

Where to vote in Cornwall's location elections on May 1 - and what to take
Check your designated polling station ahead of the elections for Cornwall Council and town and parish councils on May 1.
An Easter message for Cornwall from Bishop Hugh
The Bishop of St Germans and Acting Bishop for the Diocese of Truro has shared his Easter message.
IN THE DOCK: Cases heard at Cornwall Magistrates Court this week
Here's who's been sentenced before magistrates in Cornwall this week
Cornwall Independents on why you should vote for them on May 1
We’ve asked each party and political group to address the reasons why people should vote for their candidates in the local elections on May 1.