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Truro soldier Olaf Schmid to receive George Cross

Olaf Schmid's widow Christina with the George Cross citation

3:13pm Thursday 18th March 2010

Truro-born war hero Olaf Schmid is to be posthumously awarded the George Cross for his “selfless gallantry, his devotion to duty, and his indefatigable courage” saving countless military and civilian lives.

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Chacewater horse rescue

9:28am Thursday 18th March 2010

Fire crews used a JCB to rescue a horse trapped 20 feet deep down a culvert in Chacewater last night.

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Cycle ride just what St Agnes doctor ordered

10:26am Wednesday 17th March 2010

A St Agnes GP is gearing up to take on this year’s Ride for Precious Lives cycle challenge and help life-limited children.

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Young farmers from Cornwall tread the boards

11:10am Tuesday 16th March 2010

Young farmers across Cornwall have been treading the boards with a show stopping performance, thanks to significant financial support from rural insurance firm Cornish Mutual.