Local News

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Grandad remembered as 'the gas man' by many is among loved ones in recent Cornwall death notices

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of John as well as all those who lost a loved one on this week's list, including a beloved mum remembered for her colourful Doc Marten collection

Local messages

Cornwall Live - Penzance

'Beautiful mum' named and pictured in Helston murder investigation

'We refuse to let her death overshadow the beautiful life she lived'

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Child poverty in Cornwall MAPPED

More than one in three children live below the poverty line in the worst spot. You can check the level in your area with our interactive map

Get Weekly Updates

Get the headlines in your inbox every week.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Man to stand trial accused of murdering and raping elderly woman

A pensioner was found dead at a bungalow last week

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Samurai sword attacker jailed for leaving dad unable to communicate with deaf son

Some of the injuries are irreversible - and mean he cannot communicate with his own son

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Window cleaner raped young boy he groomed

The window cleaner still does not accept responsibility

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Man who raped and abused two young girls in Cornwall sentenced to jail

A man who subjected two children to repeated sexual acts and rapes over many years has been jailed for 25 years

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Suspect named and accused of murdering and raping woman in her 80s

He is due in court today

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Councillor speaks out about abuse after mysterious appearance of insulting sign

A Cornwall councillor has spoken out about a campaign of abuse she has faced in the area she represents after a sign was erected mocking her.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall councillor speaks out after mysterious appearance of insulting sign

A councillor finally speaks out about long-running abuse by local 'out of control trolls' targeting her and, worse she says, council workers 'just doing their jobs'. 'The police asked me if I'm worried and it does worry me.'

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Solicitor qualifies at law firm after completing training contract in Cornwall

Alice Soulsby, part of Nalders' litigation team, will continue her career with the Truro firm.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall holiday company backs search dogs with £500 donation

Classic Cottages made the donation to Cornwall Search Dogs, a charity that helps find missing people and pets across the county.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Competition launched to name Cornwall's new park and ride buses

You've named Cornwall's winter gritters - now it's the turn of the Duchy's electric buses.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Busy road in Falmouth to close for a day in June

Kersey Road in Falmouth will be shut for cabling works on June 23.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Three butterflies compete in Cornwall to be crowned Britain's favourite

Three species are neck and neck in Cornwall for the coveted title of Britain’s Favourite Butterfly.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

'Hilarious' King Arthur play coming to the Minack Theatre

Devon-based comedy theatre company Le Navet Bete will bring their acclaimed reimagining of King Arthur to the Minack Theatre in Cornwall.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Latest planning applications coming up in Cornwall

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Cornwall Council, covering a range of proposals.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Peeping Tom who filmed woman in Cornwall campsite shower must pay her £1,500

The woman screamed as she fled the cubicle in a towel.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Penzance man arrested on suspicion of murder after woman in her 80s found dead

There will be a heightened police presence over the next few days

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

How to get free entry to the Eden Project in Cornwall next week - but be quick

The Eden Project near St Austell is offering free entry across four days - but spaces are limited and there's a catch.