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  • Fishermen back on land

    Six fishermen who were rescued after their boat sank 160 miles off the Isles of Scilly have now been brought to RNAS Culdrose near Helston. The rescue operation 160 miles west of the Isles of Scilly followed an alert received by Falmouth Coastguard from

  • BA to return to Newquay

    British Airways is to launch flights between London Gatwick and Newquay. The daily service will start on Monday March 20, with flights operating on a Boeing 737 aircraft. Cost will be from £35 including taxes. British Airways commercial director, Robert

  • Hospital visiting curtailed

    Visitors to the Royal Cornwall, West Cornwall and St Michael's hospitals are being reminded not to visit patients in hospital if they have recently been unwell with sickness or diarrhoea or have others at home who have had these systems. Acting director

  • Stricken fishermen returning to Culdrose

    Six stranded fishermen are being flown to RNAS Culdrose by two helicopters from the Helston base. The search and rescue helicopters were scrambled to rescue the six-man crew of a fishing boat that got into difficulties 200 miles west of the Isles of

  • Marine School assessment day success

    Applicants from as far afield as Portugal braved the elements to attend the very first Interview and Assessment day at Falmouth Marine School. The first of three selection days was organised for candidates applying to the NVQ Watersports Instructor course

  • The future for Falmouth Trust Port

    With the startling images of MSC Napoli still headline news, attention has once again turned to the importance of coastal waters and those who are entrusted with their care. Now Falmouth Harbour Commissioners have launched a comprehensive strategy document

  • Last minute appeal

    A last minute appeal has gone out for old pictures of the River Fal, or its surrounding towns and villages for an exhibition at the National Maritime Museum, Cornwall. The deadline for entries is Friday February 23. The museum is calling on local people

  • MP chooses her constituency

    Julia Goldsworthy currently the Liberal Democrat MP for Falmouth and Camborne, has announced her intention to seek selection as the candidate for the new Camborne, Hayle and Redruth constituency at the next election. Miss Goldsworthy's announcement comes

  • Call for airport levy to be dropped

    Ryanair has called on Cornwall County Council to lift its "ridiculous and extortionate £5 Development Levy at Newquay Airport" in the light of the South-West Development Agency's decision to grant Newquay Airport development investment of £8m as part

  • Stunning sea views

    THIS period semi-detached residence is located in one of Cornwall's premier harbour villages with stunning harbour, sea and coastline views. Located in the heart of Porthleven village and boasting many original features the home comprises lounge /diner

  • Semi-detached home

    THIS semi-detached three bedroomed home is situated in a popular area of Helston. The property comprises cloakroom, lounge, fitted kitchen/dining room and conservatory and bathroom. The property is double glazed and is warmed by gas central heating.

  • National art critic presents his selection in Truro

    The art critic for the Financial Times, Willam Packer, has chosen a selection of paintings to be displayed at the Lemon Street Gallery in Truro from February 10 to March 3. The exhibition will include work by Elizabeth Blackadder, Stephen Buckley, John

  • Prince Andrew set to open Truro school.

    PRINCE Andrew is to officially open the new Richard Lander School on February 7 as part of his tour of Cornwall next month. The Prince will tour the £24 million school at Gloweth before unveiling a plaque. Richard Lander's headteacher Trevor Coldman