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Thief with spiked knuckle duster sentenced at magistrates court this week
That particular thief was spared jail

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MAPPED Cornwall areas where you are most likely to be mugged or robbed
Our interactive map lets you see the crime rates in your neighbourhood and compare to others - as the top 10 areas are revealed


Royal Mail driver lucky to be alive after being taken out by crop sprayer
The farmer has been sentenced. These injuries shared by Royal Mail driver David's wife are truly horrific and ended his career. This video of the crash is heart-stopping.

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One Pentire new 'owners' want to draw line in the sand for good of Newquay
One creditor had handed the company £16.6 million before it collapsed. The huge building overlooking the sea remains locked up with security patrols. No prizes for guessing who starred it all.

Protesters win long battle to stop ANPR car park at beach - for now
If the private estate does not make £1,000 by the end of the year from a “normal” car park with no enforcement, it will push ahead with cameras and signs.

'Hate incident' in Cornwall does not meet criminal threshold
Cornwall Council received over 100 complaints alleging Holocaust denial and antisemitism and reported him to police, who have weighed up whether it reached the 'criminal threshold'


Carbis Bay man did not shower for years, did not eat and had two-inch toenails
So sad. He was 'friendly and sociable, but also a very private man' whose 'flat was in a filthy, squalid state'. 'It's a shame that no package of care was provided earlier.'

Controversial pedestrian crossing could put walkers and cyclists in danger
A proposed cycle and pedestrian crossing in the heart of a busy Cornish industrial estate is “fundamentally flawed” and will put cyclists and pedestrians in danger, according to a safety report.

Cornwall planning: Fate of 'fundamentally flawed' Town Deal project to be decided
Businesses and officials have been butting heads over safety at a proposed crossing - with a decision now about to be made


Live: Do not approach man wanted over kidnapping, false imprisonment and serious assault
He is thought to be travelling around Cornwall


A39 closed overnight between Truro and Falmouth for roadworks
Cornwall Council said the route will be closed for routine maintenance to take place


No disciplinary action for police after man died during arrest
Godrick Osei died after police smashed their way into a care home toilet to arrest him


Remarkable footage shows deer swimming in Cornwall
Roe, roe, roe your boat


'Ridiculous' speed hump verdict as others say 'just drive at the right speed'
Readers weigh in as a member of Cornwall Council's new Cabinet has issue with a new table-top speed hump which drivers labelled a 'ski jump'

Hall for Cornwall announces new shows for 2025/26 season
The Cornwall Playhouse at Hall for Cornwall (HfC) is set to welcome 19 new shows, featuring musicals, comedy, and live music.

Grieving family say dad in crisis was 'treated by police like a threat'
Mr Osei's 'heartbroken' loved ones have now shared his photo and spoken for the first time since he died in police hands

Cornish estate marks 70 years since it was gifted to the National Trust
Trelissick, located near Truro, was donated to the charity in 1955 by Ida Copeland and is now the focus of two exhibitions marking the anniversary.
New Cornwall Council Cabinet and committee members revealed
Many councillors are holding Cabinet positions for the first time.
Police action and drugs 'exacerbated' condition that led to death of 'friendly giant'
The father-of-two was covered in blood after he jumped through a ground floor window before barging his way into the Tregolls Manor care home after 2am.
Stray cat brings kittens to safety across busy road before getting run over
Tragedy struck on the day the family of cats were due to be taken in by a charity.