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Cornwall Live - Truro

One punch leaves victim with potentially life-threatening injuries in Truro

There have been long-term, devastating effects of the unprovoked attack. 'Bleeding to the brain can be life threatening. This kind of injuries can result in death.'

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Cornwall Live - Truro

Cornwall Council told 'stop using bailiffs' for council tax arrears

Campaigners said between 2022 and 2023, Cornwall Council referred 23,027 debts to bailiffs. 'Taking the belongings of families who are often living below the poverty line through harassing means is quite simply cruel. And it needs to stop.'

Cornwall Live - Truro

Labour Government scraps new Perranporth Academy secondary school in Cornwall

It would have catered for more than 1,000 pupils to relieve pressure on four oversubscribed schools - and the decision has not gone down well

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Cornwall Live - Truro

Popular racing gamer died after aggressive brain tumour

'He faced everything with such strength and humour'

Cornwall Live - Truro

Cornwall musician died after 'missed opportunities' and 'neglect' in his care

Luke Raggatt, 40, died at Royal Cornwall Hospital after suffering a seizure during a cigarette break

Cornwall Live - Truro

Dangerous driver crazy car flip moment caught on camera

He's been sentenced to 16 months in jail

Cornwall Live - Truro

Dozens of sheep caused chaos near A30

Only in Cornwall!

Cornwall Live - Truro

Well-known musician drowned in River Fowey

He had been on his way to his daughter's at the time of his death, an inquest heard

Cornwall Live - Truro

Family ask why musician who died didn't have a brain scan after fall at Royal Cornwall Hospital

A consultant in the emergency department - where he spent more than 30 hours - said a 'real missed opportunity' may have played a part in his death. Questions are being asked.

Cornwall Live - Truro

Knifeman who stabbed a dog walker and attacked a police officer banned from Cornwall town

He yelled 'give me your s**t' before pulling out a large kitchen knife and stabbing the victim twice. Now he's been banned.

Cornwall Live - Truro

Cornwall infant died amid language barrier and 'lack of professional curiosity'

So, so sad. An inquest into tiny Izzah's death heard the tragedy was 'avoidable'

Falmouth Packet | Truro

Image released after 16-year-old girl sexually assaulted on Truro bus

An investigation is stepping up after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by a stranger on a bus travelling through Truro

Cornwall Live - Truro

Girl sexually assaulted by stranger on Truro bus

Police wanted to speak to a man

Falmouth Packet | Truro

Cornwall Museum secures £440,00 boost for final stage of re-envisioning project

Cornwall Museum and Art Gallery in Truro has received a major funding boost from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Cornwall Live - Truro

Cornwall funeral notices as 'adored' wife and 'much-loved' mum, 47, among those remembered

Our thoughts are with the friends and family of 'beloved and adored' wife and 'much-loved' mother Samantha, who was only 47, and all those who have lost a loved one in our list this week

Falmouth Packet | Truro

2026 launch for Truro harbour and quays waterside project

The revitalisation of Lemon and Town Quays will break ground in early 2026, alongside continued progress on the Lighterage Bridge plans

Falmouth Packet | Truro

Shelterbox carol concert at Truro Cathedral 'a huge success'

Hundreds packed into Truro Cathedral for ShelterBox's carol concert.

Cornwall Live - Truro

Husband claims he was sleepwalking when he raped wife

The abuse went on for years

Cornwall Live - Truro

Live: Clashes as Falmouth trees get the chop despite residents' battle

Local residents have been battling to save the trees for a year

Cornwall Live - Truro

Cornwall planning: Proposals for 68 new homes in towns and villages

The more than doubling of the rent at its largest Cornish shop is also forcing an animal hospital charity to move