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'Shabby' or 'cool'? Newquay ranking sparks clash over town's true state

A Which? holiday survey slammed it as 'run-down' but locals have defended Newquay's new Michelin-starred reality

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Biker suffers life-changing injuries in crash with van

It happened on an A-road

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A-road re-opens near Camelford after crash

There were delays this morning

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Fury as Newquay beach path blocked by new fencing 'the cliffs are for everybody'

A community group has been set up to investigate and protect historic public access to Porth Beach and the surrounding Glendorgal coast path for future generations

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Military veteran stalked ex after not accepting break-up

His victim feels sick with anxiety and worry almost a year later. 'It's also affected my children's physical and mental health. I just want him to leave me and my family alone.'

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Council's own developer says promises of affordable homes on 'eyesore' site 'not viable'

Cornwall Council's very own business now says it's 'not viable' and wants the new application rushed through and considered by a planning officer rather than a full planning committee. It's been criticised as 'reneging' and 'sneaky' and 'underhand'.

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Cornish church which leaves its doors open is vandalised in 'appalling' act

It has always been open and welcoming to all - a safe space of sanctuary. I hope whoever is responsible is caught and brought to justice'

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Searing images show huge fire that choked sunny sky near St Ives

It could be seen for miles around

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A394 closed in both directions near Porthleven after crash - updates

Traffic is queuing

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Police scramble to scene of A39 camper van crash

A main road was closed

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Historic pub, Victorian home and parcels of land among latest lots under the hammer in Cornwall

This month there is everything from renovation projects and family homes to commercial investments and development sites available to bidders

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Jilted woman plotted gruesome Cornwall murder of pagan ex-lover

In one of Cornwall's 'most gruesome' and bewildering crimes, he was drugged and his body parts hacked at. Mystery remains to this day, with suspected co-conspirators still at large.

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Not Newquay, St Ives or Falmouth - Cornwall beach named as best in UK

Cornwall is often lauded for having the best beaches in the UK, and now one beach has been named the nation's best with its magical sands and community feel coming in for praise

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Husband climbs cliff to call 999 after becoming stranded in Cornwall cove

He left his wife and kayaks to get help

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Cornwall salon owner's repeated bowel cancer symptoms overlooked by GP

Lorraine sought medical help numerous times but didn't get it. 'I became so ill that I was admitted to hospital as an emergency... told I was only a couple of days away from it becoming fatal.'

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Beloved wife and mum among those remembered this week

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Vicky, known as Vix and aged just 65, and all those who have lost a loved one in our latest funerals list

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Vanlifers at Little Fistral speak of their lifestyle and covering up number plates

There is a core community of vanlifers permanently living at Little Fistral in Newquay but the tourist season brings in dozens more every year. 'These are London prices almost. It's not worth it, especially if you'll get forced out come summer to make way for Airbnb tourists.'

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Painting at Cornwall care home is by celebrated artist and could be worth thousands

Its true value was only realised when staff took it to the Antiques Roadshow

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Body of man recovered from River Fowey in 'tragic accident'

His next of kin have been informed

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Looking back at East Wheal Rose mining disaster when 39 men and boys died

Not all the casualties of this catastrophe died instantly. Many were trapped by rising flood-waters and unable to escape their tragic fates. Such a dreadfully sad saga of our proud history.