A sneak peek of this week's Falmouth/Penryn and Helston Packets In this week's Falmouth/Penryn Packet - out now! Three teenagers who went to the rescue of an injured kayaker stranded on rocks at Maenporth have been praised for their quick and
Over 400 runners chose to spend a blustery Saturday evening at Sticker last weekend, taking part in the Sticker 5 mile road race, round eight of the Cornwall Grand Prix Series, sponsored by Cornwall Glass and Glazing. This popular event attracted
Surfers Against Sewage are calling for Cornwall Council to refuse proposals to dredge the seabed off the Cornish coast, saying the plan to 'hoover' up sand 'sucks'. The group is asking supporters to voice concerns to Cornwall Council about Marine
A holidaymaker from Brighton has talked of her relief at being helped by an off duty Camborne fire fighter and RNLI lifeguards after she got into difficulties in the rough sea off St Agnes on Saturday. Iona Steen (28) was spotted by Howard Davey
Work to replace the gas main at Mitchell Hill, Truro, has been delayed. Wales & West Utilities have been asked by Cornwall Highway Authority not to carry out this work at this time because of the construction works still going on at the Tregolls
Leading scientists and meteorologists are meeting at the Met Office to discuss the UK's unusual weather patterns in recent years. Experts will discuss the reasons for 2010's icy winter, last year's wash-out summer and the recent cold spring, which
A ‘purl’ of Penryn pensioners keen on a knit and a natter are putting their needlework to good use by making charity goods for African children. The “pop-in” sessions at the town’s Methodist Church started at the beginning of March. Rose Webber
Soup and Pudding Lunch - This monthly event takes place on Friday from noon to 2pm. Held on the third Friday of each month, this is becoming a very popular place to meet and catch up with friends old and new. There is a choice of two soups with a roll
For its ninety-fourth birthday celebrations, members arranged a visit to Porthleven on a fine and sunny afternoon. About 20 members and friends gathered to walk around the harbour, visit some of the interesting craft shops and have an illustrated
LUMC: As part of the celebrations for its 150th anniversary, the church council at Leedstown United Methodist Church has presented Bibles and Bible storybooks to all of the pupils at Leedstown School, with the support of the charity “Bibles for Children
The weather wasn’t very kind to Father’s Day, but Canon David Miller began parish communion with warm good wishes to all involved in fathering. Canon David presided at communion, assisted by Betty Booker, lay reader, with David Maddock reading
Adrian Hendy led the morning worship on Sunday, and during the service played his guitar to accompany one of the hymns. His theme for the service was God’s all empowering love and coping with stress. Joan Williams played the organ. Hymns were sung
Sunday's service for the third Sunday after Trinity was taken by Father Harry Pugh. The first lesson and the Psalm were read by Maureen Williams, the second lesson by Phyllis Whiting and the Rev Judy Harris led the intercessions. Andrew Woods played
There was a study day on Saturday led by Tecwyn Morgan from Castle Bromwich. He is the retired Director of the Valuation Office Agency and author of books and pamphlets on Bible subjects. He is Editor of the Glad Tidings magazine and is about to travel
After a year's break, the ever popular Air Day at RNAS Culdrose will take place on July 24 when the public will get the chance to experience the sight, sounds and smells of one of Europe's largest helicopter bases. Visitors will be able to meet
Julie Swann was the preacher for morning worship on Fathers’ Day, and she explored the theme of God as Father, dealing with the various perceptions people have of their earthly fathers and making the point that God is above comparison. Lessons
METHODIST CHURCH: The readers service on Sunday was led by Mr P Galassini taking as his theme Blessed Be the Peacemakers. The readings were read by Mrs Galassini and the offering collected by Jose Trounson. Flowers were provided by Freda Lane. The
This month’s talk was given to us by Andrew Mills, Nursery Manager of Burncoose, with over 20 years experience in plant production. The talk was titled ‘A Year at Chelsea’ and was given in Andrew’s unique and amusing way. The work and planning
Early in April a group of members and friends enjoyed an evening of musical drama with Helston Theatre Company’s excellent production of Oliver at the Epworth Hall, Helston. Every aspect of the well-known Dickens story of the young hero’s progress
Myths and legends of Cornish churches was the theme of the talk given by Priscilla Oates at the June meeting. Priscilla Oates, who is chairman of the Old Cornish Society, illustrated her talk with slides of interesting interior and exterior features
A very enjoyable service was held on Sunday, being the Sunday School Anniversary. The service was conducted by the young people, Quintin Dale led the service and the pianist was Shirley Mildren. Musical, recitation, Bible readings, piano and guitar
The celebrant and preacher at the service of holy communion on Sunday was the Rev Peter Bradford. The epistle was read by Judith Warren. Mr Bradford read the gospel, Bevan Osborne led intercession, communion elements were presented by Henrietta
The family service on Sunday was taken by the Rector, the Rev Lesley Walker. The sermon was based on the reading from Samuel which told the story of the all-powerful King David wanting another man’s wife and finding a way to achieve this, and then
Morning worship on Sunday was led by Louise Luing of Goldsithney. The accompaniment for the hymns was shared by Louise, her daughter Laura on her violin and Steve and Gillian Allen on their cornets. Flowers were given and arranged by Molly Smith
Members met on June 11at 7pm. Crete Pooley opened the meeting and welcomed the speaker, Catrina Langford, who gave a talk on the St Petroc Society for the Homeless and showed a film of some of the people. Nowadays there are more women than there
Last Wednesday a coffee morning was held at the Pencare home of Ron Mildren, co-hosted by Emmeline Simmons. One hundred and seven pounds was raised for church funds. The first three raffle prize winners were: Peggy Macgregor, Ammorel Todd and Isobel
Sunday’s service was conducted by the Rev Brian Mavers from Lanner. Gwen Collins was organist and the offering was taken by Clive Mitchell. On Saturday at 7.30pm there will be a Sankey evening followed by a Faith Supper. Sunday’s service will
CROWAN CHURCH: The bells welcomed the congregation on Sunday. The Rev Phillip Douglass took the service. Shelia and Ann read the lessons and Christine played the organ. In Sunday school, Madeline read the lesson and the theme of Moses was continued
After attending to formalities, chairman Dot Wickham, welcomed Sandra and Brenda (secretary and treasurer of neighbouring ‘Falmouth Garden Club’) who had kindly agreed to judge the members’ exhibits. The Floral Art section saw some ingenious and
Firefighters were called out to Clodgy Lane in Helston on Monday after reports of a car on fire. One pumping appliance from Helston attended just after 9pm and the crew used breathing apparatus and a hose reel to extinguish the fire. A spokesman
The week ending on Sunday, the tenth in ordinary time, ended on a high note. In the afternoon of Saturday, Father Jon Bielawski took part in the 44-mile marathon from the Lizard to Land’s End and completed this successfully. In the evening the Ignite
Watersports enthusiasts from all over the country will be donning their wetsuits for the 2013 British Colleges Sport (BCS) Watersports Championships at Stithians Lake. The national event, which will also be held at Tolcarne Beach, Newquaywill see
A group of sailors armed with loppers, saws and clippers have been waging war on a rhododendron infestation. Trainee aircrew and Naval airmen from RNAS Culdrose joined forces with the Sustainable Trust to clear two areas of woodland, Crevner and
Firefighers were called out to Perranporth on Tuesday after a flash downpour put a home at risk of flooding. Just before 2am one appliance from Perranporth Community Fire Station used their pump to prevent the flood water, from a "recent heavy
Many hands made light the work of clearing the scrub land behind a Penryn church hall last week, ready for vegetables and edibles to be planted. The event, on Wednesday evening, was part of the “Incredible Edible Penryn” project that aims to encourage
A reunion for all those who attended Mylor Primary School over the years is being held in the school hall between 7pm and 9pm on June 27. People are invited to look around the school and bring with them any photos of the old building. Tickets cost
A not guilty plea to assaulting Suzanne Phillips at St Ives on May 18 was entered by a St Ives man when he appeared before Truro magistrates. Paul Mansfield, 31, of Carnstabba Road, St Ives, pleaded guilty to possessing cannabis on the same date
