Falmouth sailor Sam Goodchild is preparing to set off on the first leg of this year’s Solitaire du Figaro, and says he can’t wait to get going. The Solitaire, a prestigious month-long offshore race, sees a fleet of 41 competitors race from Bordeaux
Athletes took full advantage of the warmer weather and lighter winds in last Saturday's Brooks Cornwall Track and Field Championships at Par, setting or equalling an astonishing total of seven County Records and fourteen Championship Best Performances
A sneak peek of this week's Falmouth/Penryn and Helston Packets. In this week's Falmouth/Penryn Packet - out tomorrow! A licensing application, which could see the former nightclub in Falmouth re-opened but in a different format, has been met
Firefighters were called to a Tregenver Road home this afternoon (Tuesday) after a report of a chip pan fire. Two pumping appliances from Falmouth fire station attended, with crews using breathing equipment and a hose reel to extinguish the fire
The monthly meeting of the group met on Monday, May 20 at Culdrose Community Centre, Helston at 2pm. After the business of the meeting, we were delighted to welcome Esther Tuff, a serving member of the Royal Navy, who works as a Medical Attendant
The Rev Dorothy Noakes both presided and preached at parish communion on Trinity Sunday. Canon David Miller introduced the service and led the prayers; Betty Booker, lay reader, assisted at the service and Diane Barlow read the lesson. The Rev
LUMC: Sunday is the anniversary of Leedstown Junior Church. There will be community hymn singing from 10.40am in the chapel and the service at 11am when the children will be taking part. The Junior Church has made a big “IF” sign for Campaigns
President for the day on Sunday was Des Moore and he welcomed the speaker, Nigel Patterson and his wife, and visitors from Mumbles, Newquay, Solihull and Hall Green. In the afternoon Nigel looked at the daily reading from Timothy. It was written
Sunday's service for Trinity Sunday was taken by Father Harry Pugh. The first lesson and the Psalm were read by Maureen Williams, the second lesson by Colin Wroe. Andrew Woods played for the congregation on the piano. This week's services will
A scaffolder has been prosecuted for neglecting vital safety measures that put himself, his staff and passing members of the public at risk. Truro Magistrates’ Court heard on Friday (24 May) that an inspector from the Health and Safety Executive
The body of a man has been found by police divers at a Lanner quarry. The discovery at Cathedral Quarry on Friday followed a search for Luke Atkins, described as 'vulnerable' who was last seen on May 20. Police say that the next of kin of Mr
The eucharist service on Trinity Sunday was celebrated by the Rector, the Rev Lesley Walker. Her sermon discussed the sometimes confusing and complex concept of Father, Son and Holy Spirit and the way it is expressed in the three Creeds, Apostles
ST CORENTYN’S CHURCH: The congregation together with members of Cury Methodist Church gathered on Trinity Sunday morning to the peal of the restored bells for a special service of celebration for the 60th Anniversary of Father John Palmer’s ordination
Trinity Sunday morning worship was conducted by Sylvia Richards. Sylvia challenged the congregation to eat a Mars bar by eating each of the three component ingredients separately. This proved impossible for the volunteers and Sylvia used this example
The restaurant team from a hotel in Falmouth is celebrating after being recognised for the quality of its food, service and ethos. The Greenbank Hotel's restaurant, which is lead by head chef, Fiona Were, has been awarded AA 2 Rosettes. It
On Trinity Sunday the morning service was conducted by Ruby Brown of Leedstown with the organist being John Gilbert. Kevin Moseley warmly welcomed Ruby and some visitors from Reading and read the notices. The congregation were welcomed by Jean
The Rev Harry Chant was the preacher on Trinity Sunday. Elizabeth Tremayne was the organist and then put her worship leader’s hat on to explain to the young people, with pictures on the screen and a demonstration, the meaning of Trinity. Paul and
On Sunday morning the preacher, Tony Nicholas, mentioned at the beginning of the service how he liked coming to Breaney; he said he could recall going to the Breage Old Chapel before the renovation, when on one occasion Mr Wills the organist, Mrs Wills
FILM CLUB: The War Horse was shown at the last film night on May 25 and the next film on June 8 is Skyfall, the latest James Bond offering. It might be a good idea to bring a soft cushion to be really comfy while enjoying the film. Doors will open
CROWAN CORNWALL HOSPICE SUPPORT GROUP: The CGG held a sponsored walk on May 19 and raised £233. It was a lovely afternoon and the outing was enjoyed by everyone. Eighteen people took part and came back to the parish room for a cream tea which went
METHODIST: Members were pleased to welcome Tony Nicholas from Porthleven to conduct Sunday’s service. He carried on with the theme of Pentecost and everyone enjoyed singing the hymns he had chosen, accompanied by Mavis Harper. FRIENDS OF GODOLPHIN
The holy communion service held on Trinity Sunday was celebrated by the Rev Andrew Stevenson, who in his sermon said that Trinity Sunday is always a bit of a poser for the clergy. Just how does one use something as inadequate as language to describe
Members of the choir are “flying high” following a resounding win at Wall Music Festival on Thursday, May 16. The choir sang two contrasting pieces, “A Blossom Falls” and “Alexander’s Ragtime Band” and were awarded 92 and 91 marks respectively.
Members had their May meeting on Tuesday and visited two gardens in the Liskeard area – Ken Caro and Moyclare. It was a dry but extremely cold day and the gardens visited were worked under extreme conditions very successfully. It was well worth
This week members met under the clock tower for a shoot on location in Penryn town. One of next year's competitions has the theme 'Urban Landscape', so this was an opportunity for members to get started. It was a chilly but bright evening, which
On Sunday the service was led by Barrie May from Carharrack. Readers were George and Ginny Leggo and Emma St Ledger who gave a dramatic reading from 1 Kings chapter 21 v 1-4. This was followed by George Leggo reading from Romans chapter 12 v 1-12.
Viva Voce the university chamber choir were guest artists at last Saturday’s concert and provided a varied programme of interesting cappella music. They were conducted by Isabelle Taylor, also a chorister in the parish church choir. A good number of
The choir will be at Gwennap Church, St Day, Redruth for the Summer Concert on Wednesday, June 5 at 7.30pm. Treverva welcomes new members in all sections. Practices take place on Mondays from 7.30-9.30pm at The Place, Penryn Rugby Club. If you
The owner of the Trelowarren Estate near Mawgan has become vice-chairman of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association. Sir Ferrers Vyvyan takes over from Michael Williams, who has moved up to chairman. Mr Williams had previously held the
Music therapists working in Cornwall will be playing a gig in a gig in Falmouth Harbour. The performance between 12 – 2pm on Sunday, June 9, the first time a full scale musical gig has ever been held in a gig on the water. Quaysides around
The church calendar moved into a new phase on Sunday with the celebration of Trinity Sunday. The editorial in this week’s All Saints’ bulletin makes a comparison with the terrible tornado that struck Oklahoma City last week. This lasted a relatively
The service on Sunday was taken by the Rev Peter Facer. The opening hymn was “Praise Him, Praise Him.” Prayers were said for thanks and forgiveness. The baptism of Gracie Karen Field, daughter of Zoe and Lee took place. In his address Peter based
To suitably finish off an extended rugby season, Alan Paver's eagerly awaited testimonial match - Alan Paver Select XV versus Cornwall's County Championship XV - takes place at the Mennaye Field this coming Sunday. The organisers have confirmed
Threatening to kill his mother and petrol bomb her boyfriend's house led to a Falmouth man appearing in court last week. Joshua James Cooper, of Tresawle Road, pleaded guilty at Truro's magistrates' court to breaching a bail condition not to go
A39 Southbound partially blocked due to overturned car between Cove Hill (Norway Inn, Perranarworthal) and B3292 (Treluswell Roundabout, Mabe Burnthouse). No delays so far as police report traffic is able to get past but advise drivers to slow down
St Clements Hill in Truro is closed until 7pm on Friday, May 31 in order to continue with the diversion of major underground gas and water mains. Cornwall Council says that initial excavation works at the site this week have revealed a large reinforced
A Helston woman who was due to be taking part in a charity bike ride found herself in court instead, answering a drink driving charge. Sigourni Freebury, aged 25, of Meneage Parc, pleaded guilty to the charge in front of Truro magistrates.
Three affordable housing schemes in Cornwall, including one in Camborne have been included in a list of the top 50 developments completed in 2012. The list assembled by specialist publication Inside Housing was compiled after a panel of judges
