This week, Cornwall magistrates sentenced several individuals, including a serial thief who stole Pokemon cards and other items from local stores. Serial Pokemon Card Thief Sentenced by Magistrates in Cornwall This Week Cornwall: Recently, several cases were heard by magistrates in Cornwall. Everyone charged with an offense starts here. Serious cases go to crown court.…
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…
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…
A young farmer on trial for rape says the woman initiated everything and stopped when she changed her mind during a festival in Cornwall. Rape Accused Claims She Initiated and Stopped When She Changed Her Mind Cornwall: A young farmer is on trial for allegedly raping a woman at Rattler Fest. Kieran Seagar, 26, claims…
Cornwall Council is set to spend more on replacing car park payment machines, angering taxpayers after a recent costly switch in Truro. ‘Waste of Money’ as Cornwall Council Spends Thousands on Car Park Machines Cornwall: The council is spending more money on car park payment machines. Just weeks ago, they spent £18,000 replacing machines in…
A 66-year-old grandmother from Cornwall tragically died after falling from a multi-storey car park, with mental health struggles contributing to her death. Grandmother Dies After Falling From Multi-Storey Car Park in Cornwall Cornwall: A grandmother named Sharon Maria Little, 66, died after falling from a multi-storey car park. An inquest revealed her struggles with mental…