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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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Cornwall likely to get own devolution deal - MP

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Cornwall likely to get its own devolution deal - MP
The government says a deal respects Cornwall's unique identity.
www.bbc.com
November 29, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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Festival success for Cornish mine exploration film

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/articles/...
Festival award for Cornish mine exploration film mental health
The documentary maker followed the Carbis Bay Crew on underground adventures for two years.
www.bbc.com
November 29, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Cornish language set to get top level protection

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Cornish language set to get top level protection
It requires the promotion of the language in areas like education, the justice system and culture.
www.bbc.com
November 29, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Home in time for Christmas! Culdrose personnel return after eight months away

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Home in time for Christmas! Culdrose personnel return after eight months away
Emotional and joyful scenes as aircrew and engineers arrived home into the arms of their loved ones.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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Castle Class train nameplate to be auctioned for Helston Railway

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Castle Class train nameplate to be auctioned for Helston Railway
Train enthusiasts and railway collectors are being given an incredibly rare opportunity to get their hands on a Castle Class nameplate.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Husband accused of rape claims he was sleepwalking and suffering from sexomnia

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Husband accused of rape claims he was sleepwalking and suffering from sexomnia
The jury at Truro Crown Court was told it was an unusual case.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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Thief tried to rob jewellers and threw wine bottle at police - but hit a child

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Thief tried to rob jewellers and threw wine bottle at police - but hit a child
Banging his fist on the counter, he shouted "Where's the money? Give me the money!"
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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Cafe reveals fresh new look and menu in 20th anniversary year

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Cafe reveals fresh new look and menu in 20th anniversary year
It's also extended its opening hours by popular demand.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Streets in Falmouth area that will be getting hit with new 'mansion tax'

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Streets in Falmouth area that will be getting hit with new 'mansion tax'
Properties in England valued at more than £2 million are to get an extra surcharge added on top of the existing council tax from 2028.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 29, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Weekly quiz: Where was an ancient stone unearthed?

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
South West weekly news quiz - test your knowledge
How much can you remember about what happened in Devon and Cornwall this week?
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November 29, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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Specialist ataxia nurse helps South West patients

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New specialist ataxia nurse helping South West patients
The nurse is supporting patients from Cornwall to Gloucestershire with the complex condition.
www.bbc.com
November 29, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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Women fear for safety running after dark

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Women fear for safety running after dark
Female runners across the South West and Channel Islands say being in a group can make them feel safer.
www.bbc.com
November 29, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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Energy advice at centre of climate change mission

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Energy the focus of Cornish council's climate change mission
Stoke Climsland Parish Council is sending guides to residents to help them cut energy bills.
www.bbc.com
November 29, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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IN PICTURES: Helston dazzles during Christmas light switch on event

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
IN PICTURES: Helston dazzles during Christmas light switch on event
Helston's town centre was filled with people excited for the official start of Christmas
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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Penryn set to shine with Christmas lights switch-on this Saturday

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Penryn set to shine with Christmas lights switch-on this Saturday
This Saturday the community gears up for festive parade, music, and dazzling lights on November 29.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Camelford water poisoning incident: 'I want the truth to come out'

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Camelford water poisoning incident: 'I want the truth to come out'
Thirty seven years after the biggest mass poisoning in British history, new BBC documentary Poison Water follows victims in Cornwall still looking for justice.
www.bbc.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Cornish Pirates sign Exeter hooker Norey on loan

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Max Norey: Cornish Pirates sign Exeter hooker on loan
Cornish Pirates sign Exeter hooker Max Norey on a short-term loan.
www.bbc.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Woman in her 80s dies after car and tractor crash

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Woman in her 80s dies after car and tractor crash near Newquay
Police are asking witnesses and people with dashcam footage to contact them.
www.bbc.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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Girl died from 'rare complication after tonsil op'

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Girl died from rare complication after tonsil operation - inquest
Amber Milnes died from "a rare complication" after a routine operation, the coroner finds.
www.bbc.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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Huge crowd brings festive spirit to town for Falmouth Christmas lights switch-on

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Huge crowd brings festive spirit to town for Falmouth Christmas lights switch-on
The much-loved event delivered an evening packed with music, performance and community pride, officially launching the town’s festive season in…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Question mark over legality of parking tickets issued at Cornwall's aiport

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Question mark over legality of parking tickets issued at Cornwall's aiport
A local who was issued a parking charge notice is battling both the airport and its car park management firm, claiming it doesn’t have the power…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Public meeting to be held prior to controversial felling of three trees in Falmouth

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Public meeting to be held prior to controversial felling of three trees in Falmouth
The public meeting to outline controversial plans to chop down three lime trees in Falmouth is to be held next week prior to the work taking place.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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Flying home for Christmas! Ryanair adds extra seats on flights to and from Cornwall

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Flying home for Christmas! Ryanair adds extra seats on flights to and from Cornwall
Ryanair has added over 1,000 extra seats to and from Cornwall Airport Newquay (NQY) to meet strong travel demand during the week before Christmas
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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'We have all learned': Hospital's statement after inquest of young girl from Cornwall

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
'We have all learned': Hospital's statement after inquest of young girl from Cornwall
Health bosses in Cornwall say lessons have been learned and new guidelines introduced following the death of a five-year-old girl after an operation…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury
Chancellor Rachel Reeves removes high end cars from Motability Scheme in a move which makes people with disabilities feel like they are unworthy.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
November 28, 2025 at 12:55 PM