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Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall funeral notices as much loved dad and brother among those remembered

Our thoughts are with the friends and family of Peter West, 67, and all those who have lost a loved one in our notices this week

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Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cannabis farm discovered as man found dead in Penzance flat

Police are investigating the two incidents

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Trial of retired firearms officer accused of harassing woman delayed again

Harry Tangye will now face trial in June

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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

IN PICTURES - Coverack celebrates new chapter as revamped hall reopens

The village of Coverack came together this week to celebrate the opening of the newly revamped Lambeage Hall

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Oxford surgeon rescued by coastguard after breaking ankle on Cornwall coastal walk

An orthopaedic surgeon found himself on the receiving end of emergency care after breaking his ankle during a four-day walking trip in South Cornwall.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Family confirms missing teenager has been found 'safe and well'

The family of a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing in Cornwall have confirmed that she has now been found

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cat rescued from three-inch gap between garage walls at Cornwall address

Firefighters rescued a cat wedged in a three‑inch gap between garage walls, removing brickwork to free it and return it to its owners.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall speed van locations this week

Police will be checking the speeds of drivers across Cornwall this week

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Could this be a golden lobster? Freediver shares remarkable find in Cornwall

A family day out at the Helford Estuary turned into an unforgettable wildlife encounter for a man who believes he may have discovered a rare “golden lobster” while diving for scallops

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Latest football fixtures across Cornwall this week

(All fixtures subject to change)

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Football: Pendeen keep lead in Cornish football league

Leaders Pendeen Rovers won a close game 1-0 away to Ludgvan with a goal from Riley Stephens.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Porthleven reach cup semi-final after win over Falmouth

Tilly Williams, Poppy Grosley and Aalyah Young notched Port's goals.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Rugby: Penryn suffer "disappointing" defeat against Redruth

Two tries in the last quarter allowed the Reds to pull clear in front of a good-sized crowd at the Recreation Ground.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Ducker scores four tries in Camborne's eight try romp

Camborne bounced back from a brace of recent defeats to run in eight tries in a comprehensive win at Barnstaple and maintain their 10-point lead.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Truro City announce two loan signings from League One club Exeter City

Both players have joined the Tinners on loan until the end of the 2025/26 Enterprise National League season, subject to league approval.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornish Pirates continue fine form with impressive win

Richmond 13 - Cornish Pirates 66

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Free-kick masterclass helps Truro City to rare and remarkable away win

Truro City delivered one of their most accomplished performances of the season in sweeping aside Sutton United to win 3-0 at Gander Green Lane.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Team announcement as Cornwall U20 County Championship campaign gets underway

The team hosts local rivals Devon for their opening pool game of the competition on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

World’s largest stone labyrinth reopens in Cornwall after final stone placed

The 56‑metre‑wide labyrinth Kerdroya is constructed entirely from Cornish hedging.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Penzance & Newlyn finish strongly at home with comprehensive victory

Playing their final home league game of the season on a pleasantly sunny and warm Mennaye Field, the Pirates of Penzance & Newlyn emerged victorious.