Residents in Truro are worried about plans for homeless pods near their homes, fearing it could affect their community and property values. Cornwall Planning: Concerns Over Homeless Pods Impacting Nearby Homes in Truro Truro: Residents near a housing estate are worried about plans for homeless pods. These pods would be for young people aged 18…
Devon and Cornwall Police are investigating a Helston care home amid allegations of inadequate care and abuse towards residents. Police Investigation Launched at Helston Care Home Over Safeguarding Concerns Helston: A care home is under police investigation due to safeguarding fears. The Parc VRO residential home in Mawgan is being looked into by Devon and…
A Truro shopkeeper has taken matters into his own hands, making citizen’s arrests to combat shoplifting, which has surged to record levels across the UK. Truro Shopkeeper Defends Decision to ‘Arrest’ Shoplifters Amid Rising Crime Truro: A shopkeeper is tackling shoplifting head-on. Martin Gaunt, who runs Happy Piranha, is frustrated with rising theft rates and…
Paul Finch, 55, was discovered deceased at his Truro home after his sister’s concern. An inquest revealed struggles with alcohol and health issues. ‘Loveable’ and ‘cheeky’ man who struggled with alcohol misuse found dead Truro: Paul Finch, a 55-year-old man, was found dead at home. His sister, Angela, hadn’t heard from him for days and…
John Rowe, creator of fairy doors in Truro, has decided to stop after repeated vandalism. His efforts to bring joy have been met with senseless destruction. ‘Senseless Hooligans’ Target Beloved Public Installations as Maker ‘Gives Up’ Truro: John Rowe, the man behind the charming fairy doors, has had enough. After years of delighting locals, he’s…
A shed fire in Carnon Downs led to a power cut affecting 112 homes. Fire crews quickly responded, but some residents remain without electricity as repairs continue. Shed Fire in Carnon Downs Causes Power Outage for Hundreds of Residents Carnon Downs: A shed fire broke out this evening, leaving many residents without power. The fire…
Brian Bennett, a devoted Arsenal supporter, is remembered after his passing, leaving behind family and friends who cherished him. Lifelong Arsenal Fan Who Fell in Love with Cornwall Remembered Fondly Redruth: Brian Bennett, a lifelong Arsenal fan, passed away recently. He fell in love with Cornwall during his honeymoon and moved there in 1961. Brian…
Residents in Hayle are alarmed as sand is reportedly being taken from their beach, raising environmental concerns and sparking protests. Outrage as Tonnes of Sand ‘Stolen’ from One of Cornwall’s Best Beaches Hayle: Concerns are rising about sand being taken from a popular beach. Locals and visitors say diggers and trucks are removing sand from…
Forestry England has warned the East Cornwall Hunt about trespassing in protected areas after video evidence surfaced, prompting police involvement and further investigation. Forestry England Calls Video of Hunt ‘Clear Evidence’ of Wrongdoing Cornwall: A landowner has reminded the East Cornwall Hunt to stay away from protected forests. Forestry England said a recent video shows…
A woman was rescued from her car after it became trapped in flood water in Cornwall late last night, prompting fire service warnings about driving in such conditions. Woman Rescued After Car Gets Stuck in Flood Water in Cornwall Cornwall: A woman got stuck in her car in flood water. This happened near Menheniot, about…