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News and updates from the county of #Cornwall #Kernow 〓〓 - we originally started this service on another app in 2012 and now here on Bluesky
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Bid to save Ponsanooth's historic last remaining pub hits major milestone

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Bid to save Ponsanooth's historic last remaining pub hits major milestone
The Save The Stag campaign announced that its community share offer has now raised almost £100,000 toward buying the historic Stag Hunt Inn.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Flushed but not forgotten: Weirdest things found in the South West’s sewers 2025

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Flushed but not forgotten: Weirdest things found in the South West’s sewers 2025
South West Water has lifted the manhole cover on some of the strangest items discovered in the region’s sewers this year.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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Camborne Town Band pays tribute to 'true gentleman' after Christmas period death

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Camborne Town Band pays tribute to 'true gentleman' after Christmas period death
Camborne Town Band has paid tribute to its former president, David Roberts OBE, who has died at the age of 98 over the Christmas period.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Helicopter rescue launched after man cut off by tide in Cornwall

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Helicopter rescue launched after man cut off by tide in Cornwall
The Coastguard rescue helicopter was called into action on Tuesday afternoon after a man became trapped by the rising tide on rocks below cliffs in…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Cafe owners 'disappointed, angry and sad' after cash stolen on Christmas Day

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Cafe owners 'disappointed, angry and sad' after cash stolen on Christmas Day
They said that alongside damage, their float, petty cash and money saved for utility bills had been taken.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Falmouth paramedic awarded King’s Ambulance Medal in New Year Honours

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Falmouth paramedic awarded King’s Ambulance Medal in New Year Honours
A highly respected Falmouth paramedic has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours for his exceptional dedication to patients and colleagues…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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Tesco offering free fruit for certain shoppers from today - see if you're eligible

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Tesco offering free fruit for certain shoppers from today - see if you're eligible
Tesco is bringing back a popular scheme and offering free apples in-store as well as through its Click & Collect service.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Pothole repair funds could rise, says councillor

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Pothole repair funds could rise in Cornwall, says councillor
Dan Rogerson said an early reading of the local budget showed an increase over three years.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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The story of the buried whale's head

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The story of the buried whale's head
An investigation into an urban myth uncovers a whale's head secretly buried in Cornwall.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Public asked to help shape next chapter of Falmouth’s Library and Art Gallery

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Public asked to help shape next chapter of Falmouth’s Library and Art Gallery
Residents are being invited to have their say on the future of Falmouth’s Library and Art Gallery, with a public consultation.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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University mining professor awarded OBE in New Year's Honours List

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University mining professor awarded OBE in New Year's Honours List
One of the world’s foremost experts on critical minerals and mining has been awarded an OBE in the New Year’s Honours List, it has been…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Care home that 'would invade privacy' approved

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Truro three-storey care home that 'would invade privacy' approved
The charity Sanctuary Housing wants to build the new home on its old site in the Cornwall city.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Concern over plans for apartments near landmark

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Plans for Bodmin care facility near landmark sparks concerns
Cornwall Council have proposed plans to build 71 apartments for elderly people to live in.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Safety work closes Liskeard to Looe branch line

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Floodwater and high tides close the Liskeard to Looe branch line
Specialised divers will not be able to inspect the track until January 4th
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:05 AM
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Cricket team collects Christmas trees for club

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Cricket club collects Christmas trees to help young players
Saltash Cricket Club say it is offering its Christmas tree collection service for a second year.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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Singers bring Christmas cheer to homes, clubs and fundraisers

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Singers bring Christmas cheer to homes, clubs and fundraisers
The group started their performances on November 19 by bringing their Christmas programme to Budock Over 60s in the Budock Village Hall.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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How and where to recycle your real Christmas tree in Cornwall

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How and where to recycle your real Christmas tree in Cornwall
As the festive season comes to an end, many households across Cornwall are starting to think about how to dispose of their real Christmas trees
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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‘Truly honoured and humbled’: Cornwall RNLI medic recognised in New Year’s Honours

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
‘Truly honoured and humbled’: Cornwall RNLI medic recognised in New Year’s Honours
Having joined the RNLI in 1990 as medical advisor to The Lizard Lifeboat Station, he also served the local community as a GP in Mullion from 1986…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 8:55 AM
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Hidden Cornwall

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🔗: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/...
Hidden Cornwall - A fishing boat and the 'Newlyn Clearances' - BBC Sounds
Julie Skentelbery has more on the housing protests in the 1930s. Photo: Kathy Hill.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 8:44 AM
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Is Falmouth’s high street thriving or fading? Locals split over town’s future

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Is Falmouth’s high street thriving or fading? Locals split over town’s future
A Facebook debate over whether Falmouth’s town centre is “alive or dead” has exposed a deep divide between residents.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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South West medical professionals honoured

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Medical professionals recognised in Kings New Years Honours list
Dr Michael Marsh was given an (MBE) for his contribution to healthcare and public service.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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Nature recovery scheme gets £2m funding boost

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Eden Project nature recovery scheme gets £2m funding boost
People are being encouraged to connect with nature to boost their mental wellbeing.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 6:14 AM
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The 12 most important shipwrecks of the South West

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The 12 most important shipwrecks of the South West
An historically notorious coastline, littered with shipwrecks, we look at the impact on the coast.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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Firm helping veterans beat winter money worries

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South West Water helping veterans beat winter money worries
South West Water is working with the charity Veterans Regroup on the project.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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Works to improve waterside areas set to start

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Works to improve waterside areas in Truro set to start
The council says work to transform the harbour and Lemon Quay in Truro is set to begin in January.
www.bbc.com
December 30, 2025 at 6:05 AM