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News and updates from the county of #Cornwall #Kernow 〓〓 - we originally started this service on another app in 2012 and now here on Bluesky
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Cornwall under multiple flood alerts following heavy rain

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Cornwall under multiple flood alerts following heavy rain
High tides and rising river levels are expected to affect both coastal and inland areas
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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Council responds to Newquay airport ‘gross mismanagement’ claim

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Council responds to Newquay airport ‘gross mismanagement’ claim
Cornwall Council is owed £1.6m by Eastern Airways and Skybys taxpayer-assisted flights to London have been flying with 80 of seats empty.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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'Green bridge' completed for wildlife and walkers

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
'Green bridge' in Cornwall completed for wildlife and walkers
A new "green bridge" across the A30 is planted with native trees, grasses and wildflowers.
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:14 PM
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Two houses shut over anti-social behaviour

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Two houses in Cornwall shut over anti-social behaviour
Police shut two homes for three months after reports of loud noise and suspected drug use.
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Dangerous driver jailed after killing grandmother

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Dangerous driver jailed for 10 years after killing grandmother
Jamie Hawken, aged 30 from St Austell, pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving.
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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Storm Goretti exposed Government aid for Cornwall as ‘not fit for purpose’

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Storm Goretti exposed Government aid for Cornwall as ‘not fit for purpose’
The leader of Cornwall Council has slammed the way the Government helps unitary authorities such as Cornwall following a major event like Storm…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood
A beloved brand providing delicious, sustainable seafood.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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Cash stolen from elderly man in Cornwall: Appeal

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Cash stolen from elderly man in Cornwall: Appeal
An elderly man from Cornwall has had money stolen after three men approached him about garden work
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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Council invests in residents while keeping council tax rise just 2p a week

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Council invests in residents while keeping council tax rise just 2p a week
Each year, councillors vote on the council’s budgets for the financial year ahead and decide what the precept will be
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 1:10 PM
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New base planned for town council maintenance team to work 'more efficiently'

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
New base planned for town council maintenance team to work 'more efficiently'
Currently, the team operates across seven different sites, which has made some tasks - like restoring benches and maintaining play areas -…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 12:50 PM
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Pirates move game to Camborne after storm damage

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/sport/rug...
Cornish Pirates move Ampthill Champ Rugby game to Camborne after Storm Goretti damage
Cornish Pirates will play Saturday's Champ match against Ampthill at Camborne after damage to the Mennaye Field.
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 12:49 PM
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Third of women farmers 'have low mental wellbeing'

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
University of Exeter study raises concerns over wellbeing of women farmers
Women in farming report higher levels of stress than rest of population, a study suggests.
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 12:49 PM
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Dog ban: Council heard 'polarised' views over the future of restrictions on beaches

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Dog ban: Council heard 'polarised' views over the future of restrictions on beaches
Consultations on the future of dog bans on beaches in Cornwall has led to polarised and emotive views, a council meeting has heard.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Director of Cornwall's National Maritime Museum to retire after five decades

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Director of Cornwall's National Maritime Museum to retire after five decades
Richard Doughty, director of the National Maritime Museum Cornwall (NMMC) in Falmouth, will retire at the end of June 2026.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 11:55 AM
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Northern lights put on a show in Cornwall

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🔗: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/...
Northern lights put on a show in Cornwall - BBC Sounds
James Churchfield has been speaking to Pete Nelson, who saw the display.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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Falmouth Town Council votes to raise its part of council tax by nearly 10 per cent

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Falmouth Town Council votes to raise its part of council tax by nearly 10 per cent
Falmouth Town Council has voted to set its precept at nearly ten per cent, with only two councillors voting against the decision.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 11:25 AM
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IN PICTURES: Skies glow as ‘Northern Lights’ spark awe across Cornwall

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
IN PICTURES: Skies glow as ‘Northern Lights’ spark awe across Cornwall
Social media was abuzz on Monday evening with videos and photos of the ‘Northern Lights’ pouring in from across Cornwall
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 10:40 AM
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Disruption to trains on Cornwall mainline - full advice

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
January 20, 2026 at 10:10 AM
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Looking ahead to 2026 cruise season after record year for Falmouth

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Looking ahead to 2026 cruise season after record year for Falmouth
80,000 passengers are expected during the season, which starts on April 1.
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 7:56 AM
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Storm‑damaged grade II listed sea front chapel set for major restoration

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🔗: https://www.falmouthpacket.co...
Storm‑damaged grade II listed sea front chapel set for major restoration
A storm‑damaged historic chapel on Falmouth’s sea front is set for major restoration after Cornwall Council applied for consent to repair the…
www.falmouthpacket.co.uk
January 20, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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Anger as Woolf's sea view faces blocking by flats

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Anger as Virginia's Woolf's St Ives view faces blocking by flats
The view in Cornwall inspired Virginia Woolf to write To The Lighthouse.
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:15 AM
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'New chapter' for well-known Plymouth venue

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Rebranding of Plymouth venue better reflects its 'energy'
The former Plymouth Pavilions is rebranding to Plymouth Arena from Tuesday.
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:14 AM
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Samaritans offer 'Brew Monday' chats at stations

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Blue Monday: Samaritans offer chats at railway stations
Samaritans help at stations in Devon and Cornwall to encourage people to talk on "Brew Monday".
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:14 AM
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New campaign targets rising ketamine abuse

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
New campaign targets rising ketamine abuse
A campaign has been launched following a significant rise in number of young adults using ketamine
www.bbc.com
January 20, 2026 at 6:14 AM
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Northern Lights dazzle across South West skies

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🔗: https://www.bbc.com/news/arti...
Northern Lights dazzle across South West skies
Local photographers were quick to snap pictures of the Norther Lights over the South West.
www.bbc.com
January 19, 2026 at 10:14 PM