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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Sudden rip current drags four swimmers out to sea in Cornwall

A fast‑moving and dramatic rescue took place in Cornwall this week when a powerful rip current swept multiple swimmers into danger during the busy Easter holidays

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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Spitfire marks 90 years with UK tour including Cornwall stop

The tour’s will bring the Spitfire from Ministry of Defence St Athan to RAF St Mawgan, giving Cornwall the chance to welcome one of Britain’s most recognisable aircraft

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Resurfaced 2018 review complains Cornwall’s sand was 'too damp for sandcastles'

A 2018 visitor review of Perranporth Beach has resurfaced online this week, delighting locals after the reviewer praised the surf but took issue with something far more unexpected - the sand

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Cornwall Live - Penzance

Fuel prices in Cornwall today

Petrol and diesel prices listed - and gadget to check prices near you, with a 17p difference between cheapest and priciest petrol

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Police appeal after break-ins and thefts at Cornwall heritage railway

Police have appealed for help in tracing a person following a series of break-ins and thefts at a heritage railway in Cornwall.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Elderly woman left with serious injuries after van collision - appeal

An elderly woman was taken to Royal Cornwall Hospital with serious injuries

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Man from Cornwall banned from owning animals after dog found 'very close to death'

The emaciated Staffordshire bull terrier cross collapsed in pain when she was rescued.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Petrol prices in Cornwall

Fuel prices tool lets you check your nearest as crude oil prices appear to be dropping due to the latest Iran war developments

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

‘Enjoy the match, respect the city’: Police warn ahead of derby clash

Devon & Cornwall Police have outlined their plans to keep supporters safe ahead of this weekend’s highly anticipated local derby between Plymouth Argyle and Exeter City - the first league meeting at Home Park since 2022

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Funeral notices: Devoted mum will be 'deeply missed by all who knew her'

Our thoughts are with the friends and family of Jennifer Tremaine, as well as all those who have lost a loved one in our list this week

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall lose Tamar Cup to Devon in pulsating match

Devon regained the Tamar Cup following a pulsating match that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Championship Rugby: Bedford Blues 36 - Cornish Pirates 12

Saturday saw the Cornish Pirates take to the road to face Bedford Blues, for what was an important third versus sixth contest at Goldington Road in Round 22.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall footballer praises teenager as reserve team held to a draw

THE free-scoring Falmouth Town Reserves drew a blank on Saturday when they were held to a goalless draw at Bickland Par.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall speed van locations this week

Police ask road users to drive with care

Cornwall Live - Penzance

'Lucky escape' after brick yobs target Penzance to Plymouth train

An urgent hunt is now underway to find those responsible

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Football round-up: Cornwall league leaders take a battering

They have taken points off the top two teams, within five days of each other.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

5 stunning bluebell walks to try this Easter

West Cornwall’s bluebells are set to be at their best from mid‑April into early May this year, with Easter falling right in the sweet spot for many of our most reliable woods and gardens.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall to soak up 21C sunshine this week

The warm surge will come to a dramatic halt on Thursday

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

You can stay in the Cornwall cottage featured in BBC’s Beyond Paradise 

Fans of the BBC drama Beyond Paradise can now book a stay at the real-life Cornish cottage used as one of the show’s most recognisable filming locations.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

10 cheapest places to buy petrol in Cornwall right now

The most expensive spot to fill up your tank in Cornwall right now is in Saltash - for a whopping 165.9p per litre