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Cornwall Live - Penzance

Woman beater and a 'grossly offensive' messager among those sentenced by magistrates

This week's magistrates' court list also includes a thief and drug user

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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Crucial video released as missing Flamingo Frankie enters day five

New footage shows Frankie flying over the Hayle Estuary around 12:30 pm Sunday.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall still on flood alert after heavy rain and high tides

Locals have been told to be prepared

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Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Skybus to resume daily flights between Newquay and London after deal agreed

The service had been cancelled following the collapse of the previous operator, Eastern Airways, last week.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

More rail replacement buses for Cornwall line as works overrun

Network Rail has apologised to passengers

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Unidentified dog washes up on Cornwall beach

The sad discovery was made by a member of the public

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

‘Campaign of horrific abuse’: Cornwall man jailed for rape and assault

The court heard that he had subjected his victim to both physical and verbal abuse, including putting out cigarettes on her body

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Penlee RNLI in urgent dash to swimmer in difficulty at Long Rock Beach

A man had been walking along the beach when he spotted the woman in trouble and bravely waded in to help.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Camborne’s big revival gets rolling but locals say 'we need real investment'

The huge project will also help to support the local economy by encouraging people to spend more time in the town

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Public demand answers on possible 'devastating impact' on Cornwall hospital care

The people of Cornwall grilled councillors about our hospitals' £412,000 spent on outside cuts consultants and other concerns

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Fisherman admits causing crash that left biker with life-changing injuries

The commercial fisherman with more than 20 years’ experience admitted causing a crash that left a motorcyclist with devastating injuries.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall on flood alert as three 'act now' red warnings issued

People in one area have been told to avoid coastal roads

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

'Winter Wonderland is still GOING AHEAD', say event organisers despite concerns

The directors behind Cornwall’s Winter Wonderland have issued public statement reassuring attendees that the festive event will proceed as planned.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

New publican takes on one of Cornwall’s most cherished ancient village pubs

This is his first time running a pub in St Austell Brewery’s leased and tenanted estate, as an independent licensee.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Where to spot Netflix's The Witcher’s latest season locations in Cornwall

The historic Cotehele estate was transformed into a dramatic fantasy world for the latest season of Netflix’s hit series The Witcher.

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Cornwall funeral notices as 'loving mum' and 'dear grunnie' among those remembered

Our thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Mum and young son left terrified by ex threatening to kill her at Penzance home

'I want to be safe in my own home but because of him I can't anymore.'

Cornwall Live - Penzance

Flood alerts in Cornwall as 18-hour weather warning arrives

Locals have been warned to avoid coastal footpaths and low lying roads

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

Spike in daytime burglaries prompts police warning to Cornwall residents

Police have issued a warning to residents following a surge in burglaries targeting rural and secluded properties—many occurring in broad daylight.

Falmouth Packet | West Cornwall

NHS workers win pause over consultation on admin job cuts at hospital trust

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust has agreed to delay controversial plans to cut admin jobs following staff pressure.