North Cornwall: MOVE STRATTON POST OFFICE TO TREE INN – MPStratton’s Post Office could be saved by a bid from local publicans, Bob and Emma Semple, to move the branch into the Tree Inn. North Cornwall: Council seeks to take advantage of empty canal to carry out workFollowing the powerful storms that caused damage to the Bude canal lock gates last week, the lower wharf area of the canal is currently empty. North Cornwall: Free collection of real Christmas treesResidents of North Cornwall can once again get their real Christmas trees collected free of charge to be taken for composting. North Cornwall: North Cornwall leads the way in combatting second homesNorth Cornwall District Council has unveiled proposals to increase the number of affordable homes required when new developments in the District receive planning permission. North Cornwall: NCDC supports Cornish AssemblyNorth Cornwall District Councillors have backed a call for a directly elected Cornish Assembly. North Cornwall: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RHODODENDRON CLEARANCE ON THE CLAY TRAILS MONDAY- JUNE 5Volunteers are needed to help clear rhododendrons on the newly constructed clay trails between 10 am and 3pm on Monday, June 5th. North Cornwall: WORLD-CLASS ‘BUSINESS HAVEN’ PLAN FOR PADSTOWPlans have been announced for a Ł2.5 million world class “business innovation centre” at Padstow, creating 30 new jobs and attracting a thousand industry leaders from European companies every year. North Cornwall: NEW SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF DRUG USERSFrom Wednesday 1 March a new informal group in Liskeard will be offering a friendly ear for anyone supporting a family member or friend who is involved in drug or substance misuse. North Cornwall: LOSTWITHIEL SCHEME IS BEST IN WESTAn ÂŁ8.3 million riverside homes development in Lostwithiel, including the restoration of a fire-damaged former Brunel rail depot, has been judged “best building in Devon and Cornwallâ€? and warmly praised by Lord Hattersley, former deputy leader of the Labour Party. North Cornwall: Visit Father Christmas in North CornwallCornwall’s Crealy Great Adventure Park welcomes Father Christmas for the first time this year. Father Christmas’ Big Adventure has begun for little visitors who visit Father Christmas in his Christmas Grotto. Visitors to the Grotto, which is set amongst Christmas trees and sparkling snow, receive a special Christmas gift. Children also take part in Christmas Crafts including Christmas card making, sand art and painting. There is a postbox for letters to Father Christmas and funny festive photo opportunities. North Cornwall: Silver Award for North Cornwall AttractionCornwall’s Crealy achieved Silver in the Visitor Attraction of the Year, 2005 Cornwall Tourism Awards, held at St Meillion Golf and Country Club. Angela Wright, Managing Director at Cornwall’s Crealy said, “We are thrilled to have won this award. It is a great way to start this winter season when we are open for the first time, adn we look forward to welcoming both our local visitors and holidaymakers to the Park in the year ahead.â€? North Cornwall: Indoor Car Boot SaleCar boot sales are all very well, but this time of year they can be a bit wet and windy... Not in St Merryn, though! North Cornwall: Mystery of dead fishEnvironmental investigators are still at odds to the cause of the death of thousands of fish in the River Fowey. North Cornwall: St Pirran Returns to CornwallThe Parish of Perranzabuloe in North Cornwall are, in conjunction with sculptor Peter Walker in the process of bringing back the Patron Saint of Cornwall, St. Piran to the site where, legend tells us he miraculously came ashore after being tied to a milestone. A life sized bronze statue of the saint will be located in the Parish and will become a major focal point for the heritage of the area. This will be a welcome sight to all those interested in seeing the preservation and celebration of all that which is Cornish. North Cornwall: No to Dumping off Whitsand BayCampaigners are bracing themselves for a long, drawn out battle with the Government over plans to increase the amount of waste it dumps off Whitsand Bay. North Cornwall: Cornish Stores to Reopen in BoscastleThe Cornish Stores in Boscastle is due to re-open this weekend at 10 am on Saturday 8th January. North Cornwall: Lottery funding to promote North CornwallTourism businesses in North Cornwall, and in particular Boscastle, Tintagel and Crackington Haven are set to benefit from radically increased publicity and marketing in 2005 thanks to a nearly ÂŁ100,000 grant from Objective One. North Cornwall: Boscastle insurers play Act of God cardMany people who suffered losses during the Boscastle floods in August have been unable to get due compensation as insurance companies claim the flash floods were 'an act of God' and therefore are not eligable for insurance claims. North Cornwall: NAIL GOES THROUGH BOYS HEADA young boy from North Cornwall was airlifted to hospital lunchtime after falling on a nail at a farm near Bude.The nail penetrated the boy`s skull and he was flown by air ambulance to hospital.His condition remains unknown. 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. |
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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. ... |