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Jury hears horrifying details of gruesome discoveries at Sticker woods

James Desborough is accused of killing and dismembering two men he knew

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Cornwall school closures latest as several shut on Thursday

Live updates as others are closing early

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Man attacked by stranger at Truro bus station

The victim needed multiple surgeries after he was injured during the attack

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Woman with horrific criminal record threatened people with scythe

'This was a serious offence which caused fear'

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Couple build 'harmful' home, barn, hut, garden, loo without planning permission

While the 'sustainable living' project is unique and has some support and was called an 'exciting moment for Cornwall', it's said to harm a protected World Heritage Site

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Murder accused 'enjoyed dismemberment scenes on Dexter TV series', court hears

The trial heard that the accused bought a number of items, including a hand saw, a knife and firelighters

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Cornwall road reopens after two-vehicle crash - updates

Police, paramedics and firefighters were at the scene

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School accused of not looking after pupils as they 'faint' during sports day

'My daughter phoned me crying that she didn't feel well and felt sick'. The kids who were not competing had to wear their school uniform despite the heat.

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19-month-old nearly died after catching illness on holiday in Egpyt

Cillian had to spend 21 days in hospital as doctors feared for his kidneys, heart and brain

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Cornwall man murdered two men before dismembering their bodies in woodland, court told

His trial has heard he allegedly killed two victims and tried to burn their bodies before stealing their money

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NHS doctor shares 4-hour heatwave rule as Met Office red alert hits South West

An NHS doctor has issued heatwave advice to the public as the Met Office red alert comes into force, with temperatures expected to reach 40C

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Man suffers life-changing injuries after being trapped by lorry in Redruth

He was airlifted from the scene

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Van converter who lost customers thousands says he is 'devastated' for them

One customer says he is more than £30,000 out of pocket and after a year of excuses with no work done, as claimed - and his van left burnt out. 'I trusted him. It's broken my heart. It's just devastating.'

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Lemon Quay changes divide opinion across Truro 'remove some of the concrete!'

The Harbour and Lemon Quay scheme is one of seven Truro Town Deal projects to enhance the city, with residents sharing mixed reactions to the ongoing improvements

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Major St Austell road is made one-way for 18 MONTHS

It's happening to protect workers removing dangerous 'Grenfell-style cladding'

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Healthy and fit Cornwall visitor drowned during rough sea swim

His partner could see him struggling and tried to get back in to reach Barry but was stopped by other beachgoers

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Man fighting for his life after incident at Redruth industrial estate

The Health and Safety Executive will now liaise with police

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Cornwall planning: Why five new homes are five too many for a Cornish village

The plan for open market homes on countryside land brings fears of setting a precedent

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Bus reportedly 'flips on side' as road closed after major crash

A witness, who lives near the scene, said it looks like the bus has flipped onto its back or its side

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Duke of Cornwall's 'secret' South West trips away from Kate and kids 'kept quiet'

Prince William has a number of royal duties to carry out, but one role in particular sees him make private visits - and it's usually kept quiet