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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Yet another yellow weather for heavy rain issued for Cornwall next week

Already this week heavy rain has bought flooding to Cornwall with no let up in sight.

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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

How Cornwall plans to ease phosphate pollution to help unlock housing

There is now a push for a more effective way of reducing pollution in the Camel catchment area.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

New year, new venture: 5 Cornwall pubs waiting for their next landlord

From well-established town pubs to characterful venues in sought-after locations, five pubs across the Duchy are now waiting for their next owner

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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

'We cannot support it': Five councillors object to Helston Fairground parking charges

 The letter argues that the Fairground car park plays a vital role not only for Helston residents, but also for people travelling in from surrounding rural communities

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Flooding risk as heavy rain forecast across Cornwall for 3 days

Anyone hoping for an improvement in the wet weather will be disappointed, as the Met Office has issued a three-day weather warning for Cornwall

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Camborne police urge women to tell them where they don't feel safe

Police are introducing an initiative in Camborne and Redruth to gain a better understanding of where women feel unsafe.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Drivers take 'insane' pavement detour on flooded Penzance road

Flooding has left some roads impassable

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall’s Original Factory Shop branches at risk as retailer enters administration

Cornwall’s branches of The Original Factory Shop have been plunged into uncertainty after the national discount chain announced it had entered administration.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Popular Cornish music venue loses licence over safety fears

A popular music and wedding venue in Cornwall has had its premises licence revoked, meaning it will no longer be able to sell alcohol or stage concerts

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

'A rising gorge of filth’ - Villagers hit out at water company as sewage floods homes

Locals have described distressing scenes, with untreated sewage surging out of drains and into properties

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Coastguard issues safety warning after youths spotted on pier in poor sea conditions

As Cornwall braces itself for yet another weather warning on Thursday, a local coastguard team is strongly advising people to avoid exposed coastal locations

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Free interactive railway exhibition INSIDE a train to make first Cornwall stop

A unique train featuring interactive exhibits, rare artefacts, and amazing stories is coming to Cornwall – and entry is completely free

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Flood map singles out one Cornwall area as county braces for more weather chaos

A Met Office weather warning has been issued

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Penzance power cut affected hundreds of homes

Nearly 1,000 properties are affected

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Hunt group given police warning after reports of anti-social behaviour

Devon and Cornwall Police have issued a Community Protection Warning (CPW) to a hunt group amid allegations of anti-social behaviour and trespassing

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Hybrid plant species found nowhere else on Earth are being created off Cornish coast

The unique hybrids have been entirely undocumented until now.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall funeral notices as beloved mum-of-two, 48, among those remembered

Our thoughts are with the friends and family of Vikki, who was aged just 48 when she died peacefully at home, as well as all those who have lost a loved one on our list this week

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Kernow MkII heads for “big school” as hopes rise for guide dog success

Kernow MkII is preparing to take the next major step in his journey to becoming a fully qualified guide dog.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Longtime volunteers step away from Helston Athletic football club

They have navigated the club through an unprecedented period of success, improvement, and growth.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Cornwall golf club shortlisted for Tournament Venue of the Year award

St Enodoc Golf Club has been shortlisted for the Tournament Venue of the Year Award at the 2026 England Golf Awards.