North Cornwall: US Military Homes in Cornwall Turned DownPlans to erect 125 new homes for American service families have been issued with an objection by North Cornwall planners. The homes at St Eval were said to be necessary amidst security fears for the US personnel and their faimiles. The objection could now lead to a public enquiry being held. However, as the homes were proposed by Defence Estates, part of the MOD, they do not require planning permission although local authorities may raise an objection. The two and four-bedroom homes relate to the former airfield at St Eval for staff from RAF St Mawgan. Councillors claim that such a large estate will make the occupants more vulnerable to terrorists. The plans also conflict with policies concerning development in the open countryside. |
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Gyrocopter pilot had heart attack Sanctuary man jailed over abuse The former owner of a donkey sanctuary is jailed for five years for sexually abusing young girls. Lorry stuck between buildings A wrong turn ends in embarrassment for a lorry driver as his vehicle gets stuck in a Cornish village. Police save harbour jump suspect A man attempting to run from police is rescued by them after jumping into a harbour in Cornwall. Chapel to host animal blessing service An animal blessing service is to be held at Tredarvo chapel on Sunday at 3pm, conducted by reverend William Ireland. Anybody is welcome to attend the hour-long service with their pets, and this will be followed by refreshments. Mr Ireland said: "I ... Discharged James alistair COUSINS, 51, of Alexandra Road, Penzance, pleaded guilty at Truro court on April 29 to making off without payment and was given a conditional discharge for six months. Choir sings out for hospice bid St buryan Male Voice Choir (above) gave a recent concert at St Just parish church in aid of Children's Hospice South West Precious Lives appeal. Get ready for a weekend of walks A weekend of walks and talks among the ancient sites of West Penwith is being held on May 24 and 25. The project, called Pathways to the Past, explores the sacred landscape through a series of lectures from west Cornwall's writers and researchers. ... |