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Tuesday evening: The strong winds are already causing problems with reports of power outages, fallen trees and even a shop with its windows blown in. Here are the reports as we got them. Keep up to date with traffic and travel here Looks

The A30 is partially blocked in both directions between Eastern Green and Treweath Road at Penzance due to a fallen tree. Follow live traffic and travel here

The wild weather is not over yet, as the Met Office warns of gales and downpours , combined with huge surf on Wednesday, and even bigger waves on Saturday. The "largest waves" ever headlines refer to the size of Wednesday's expected swell, which

East London superstar Dizzee Rascal has been confirmed as a headliner at this summer’s Eden Sessions. He will play at the home of the famous Biomes on Saturday, June 21. Dizzee, also known as Dylan Mills, released his fifth studio album, The Fifth

Work has started to fortify the defences outside The Watering Hole in advance of the oncoming storm and monster waves. However information that staff at The Watering Hole in Perranporth have been 'emptying out the bar' in advance of 'Big Wednesday

With Met Office forecasts of more strong winds and heavy rain affecting Cornwall over the next few days, Cornwall Council is warning residents to be prepared and take precautions where necessary. The latest information from the MET Office and the

On Sunday Pastor David Berresford from Plymouth Elim Church was our guest speaker, and brought a challenging sermon about landmarks on our lives and the importance of moving forward. In the evening, Pastor Winston took to the pulpit and was excellent

Midwives from West Cornwall who regularly fly with 771 Naval Air Squadron, the Navy’s Search and Rescue Helicopter Unit learnt some valuable lessons about flying recently with aircrew at Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose. The distinctive Red and

Ruan Minor has chosen to perform Aladdin as the first ever village pantomime next week. It is being produced by Angela Thomas, a trained opera singer who moved to the village after retiring as landlady of the Halzephron Inn at Gunwalloe. The

Castle Beach Cafe in Falmouth has been leff battered by recent storms and huge waves, but will it survive 'Big Wednesday' and Saturday's monster swell. The slamming waves damaged shutters and lifted the building on its foundations. Owners Steve

President on Sunday was Roger Hosking and he welcomed the speaker, Gareth Jones and his family from Newquay and visitors from Weston and Solihull. In the afternoon Gareth looked at the seven pillars of wisdom in Proverbs chapter 9 and he asked

Sunday's service for Candlemass (the presentation of Christ in the Temple) was taken by the Rev John Fox. The first lesson and the Psalm were read by Esther Brown and the second lesson by Maureen Williams. This week's services will be on Thursday

The preacher on Sunday morning was Paul Brown, kindly substituting for Margaret Flinders, who was not well. The subject was “The Good Shepherd” and Mr Brown also sang a solo. David Philp was the organist. Paul Brown was again at Porthleven in the

The club opened in 2014 with a quiz devised by Babs George and Julia Hill. Everyone concentrated hard, especially on the anagrams question which challenged all. Eventual winners were Trish Gay and Pauline Rowse and the booby prize was a tie between

VILLAGE HALL: A coffee morning with a bring-and-buy stall will be held on Wednesday, February 12 between 10.30am and noon, hosted by the Friends of Godolphin House. During the morning there will be photos and a film of Godolphin on a large screen.

There was a wonderful coming together of parishes at the service of confirmation at the eucharist held on the feast of the presentation of Christ in the temple, commonly called Candlemass. St Michael’s; St Wendrona’s, Wendron and St Germoe’s, Germoe

Morning service was led by David Pascoe, who took as the theme “Don’t step back – step forward”. He based his sermon on the story of Joseph from Genesis, and gave the congregation much food for thought for the week ahead. Margaret Bilkey played

Pastor Bill Reed took the service on Sunday in place of the Rev David Pountain. Ruth, Rex and Pat read the lesson from the New Testament. Rachel played the organ and the beautiful flowers were brought by Everett. Ladies fellowship is on Wednesday

The service on Sunday morning was conducted by Paul Benny and pianist was Shirley Mildren. William Dale, vestry steward, warmly welcomed Paul and read the notices. Paul's theme was based on the beatitudes. Jean James welcomed the congregation at

The congregation joined with Helston on Sunday to witness the confirmation of members from Germoe, Helston and Wendron churches. The celebrant and preacher at the service was the Rt Rev Tim Thornton, Bishop of Truro. On Sunday the service of

BALWEST METHODIST CHURCH: Morning worship on Sunday was led by Mrs Bridgewater of Mullion. Accompanist was Jill Warden. On Sunday the Renew and Review service will be taken by the minister, the Rev Beverly Turner. ASHTON CHURCH: On Friday there

Against a background of the ongoing housing crisis in the county, Cornwall Council is asking the public to have their say on the future development of affordable homes. Cornwall Council is inviting views on a draft affordable housing supplementary

A special family service to celebrate the feast of the presentation of Christ at the temple, also known as Candlemass, took place on Sunday. In a church lit up by candles and decorated with beautiful flower arrangements, the Rev Heather Aston took

Recycled shipping containers could be placed at Kynance Cove as converted toilets and office space. The National Trust is behind the plan, working alongside design firm Boex of Porthleven. Writing on a recent blog the trust said: “For those

On Sunday Candlemass candles were presented to the congregation at the start of the service. The service was taken by Canon Malcolm Ellis; lessons were read by Ruth Williams and Elizabeth Schofield and organist was Esther Brown. On Tuesday from

For some months, the preaching plan of the Lizard and Mounts Bay Methodist Circuit have shown an entry as Review and Renew (R&R) at different chapels. On Sunday we learnt more, put simply R&R has commenced for us at Breaney. Sunday morning

VILLAGE HALL: On Saturday lunch will be served from noon and everyone is welcome to come along to enjoy the winter menu of delicious food. The main courses cost £3.50 and the sweet course is £1.50. FILM CLUB: On Saturday, February 15 the club is

On Sunday Bishop Chris led the service. The theme of the service was the presentation of Christ in the temple. The music on this morning was provided by Gerald, Chad, Christine and Colin. Readers were Howard and Sharon and prayers of intercession

METHODIST CHURCH: The service on Sunday was conducted by Elsie Balme of Porthleven who used as her text “Christ came when all things were old and made them new”. Organist was Mavis Harper. Coffee mornings continue in the schoolroom on Thursdays

Sunday’s service was led by Jenny Lockwood from Mount Ambrose. Gwen Collins was organist and the offering was taken up by Clive Mitchell. Sunday’s service will be at 10.45am, everyone welcome, wheelchair friendly.

Traffic is still slow due to an earlier accident and fuel spillage on A394 both ways between Lestraynes Lane (Rame) and Gweek Lane (Wendron). All lanes have been re-opened. Due to an earlier multi-vehicle accident east of Helston, slow signs

Candlemass – With the help of two visual aids, Father Stephen Drakeley, priest-in-charge, set out to explain the significance of the day to the congregation that included quite a number of young people, this also being a Parade Sunday for the uniformed

A POPULAR Falmouth man died after taking an overdose of ecstasy at a rave, an inquest in Truro heard today. Samuel Thornton, 20, of Glasney Road, Falmouth, also known as Skinny, was out celebrating his 20th birthday with friends in Falmouth on

“You couldn’t write the script!”, so the expression goes.  Well, the twists in the final few overs of the Cornwall Cricket Board’s Indoor Sixes Knockout Cup Final would have taken a fair amount of imagination to write, it’s true.  Truro CC’s up-and-coming

Dead Christmas trees have been scattered across Porthtown beach and into the village after the storm and high tides. The picture, taken at 9am on Sunday shows the impact the storm has had on the project to bury dead Christmas trees to try and secure

The weekend's high tides and huge waves have left a trail of damage from Towan Beach up to Watergate Bay.  Pictures with kind thanks to Amanda Brooks www.photobrookphotography.com. Towan Beach Tolcarne Lusty Glaze

Parts of the newly refurbished Idle Rocks have been left under eight inches of water after waves crashed through windows yesterday morning. Waves crashed through the windows of the ground floor, including the main restaurant, which is only separated

Visitors to Poldhu Beach shocked to discover that much of the sand has disappeared following recent wild storms, may see some smiling surfers, as the shifting sand has been a boon for wave riders. The sand was stripped away by the crashing waves

Penryn Carnival organisers will hold a second meeting on February 12 at 7pm after an initial talk failed to attract much interest from the public. After initial discussion it was decided to close some roads for the carnival, which starts at Penryn

A family of burrowing rabbits has unearthed evidence of over 5,000 years of human activity at Land’s End. While visitors get excited about the views, it is what lies beneath the soil that has been getting archaeologists excited since last year.