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The main road outside RNAS Culdrose in Helston was blocked in both directions this afternoon (Friday) following a collision involving a lorry and a van.

Lorry and van collision blocks main road outside RNAS Culdrose

21 PICTURES of the first day of the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival 2026

Main road into Helston from the Lizard blocked due to collision : LIVE

Main road into Helston from the Lizard blocked due to collision : LIVE

Lorry and van crash outside RNAS Culdrose blocks road – RECAP

There has been a major development in the investigation into the disappearance of Barnstaple teenager Taylor Charlton

There has been a major development in the investigation into the disappearance of Barnstaple teenager Taylor Charlton

New information leads to arrest in search for missing Barnstaple teen Taylor Charlton

Gareth Wills, of Old Well Gardens, Penryn was handed a 12-month prison sentence, suspended for two years

Gareth Wills, of Old Well Gardens, Penryn was handed a 12-month prison sentence, suspended for two years

Former estate agent hit ex-partner in face with broken chair leg knocking out tooth

Falmouth to resound with song as 2026 international sea shanty fest kicks off

Falmouth to resound with song as 2026 international sea shanty fest kicks off

LIVE: Falmouth to resound with song as 2026 international sea shanty fest starts

Meta-owned platforms including Facebook and Instagram appear to be experiencing technical problems, with users reporting login and feed issues.

Meta-owned platforms including Facebook and Instagram appear to be experiencing technical problems, with users reporting login and feed issues.

Facebook and Instagram down as users report being logged out of accounts

Darren Summers, 50, from the Rhondda Fawr valley, was halfway through pouring a pint when the Omaze team walked into his bar to break the news

Darren Summers, 50, from the Rhondda Fawr valley, was halfway through pouring a pint when the Omaze team walked into his bar to break the news

‘Drinks are literally on the house!' Barman wins £3.5m Omaze mansion in Cornwall

Squire was jailed for 40 months

Squire was jailed for 40 months

Former academy teacher jailed for child sex offences banned from profession for life

The current sign was damaged in recent storms

The current sign was damaged in recent storms

New traditional sign approved for historic Falmouth pub after storm damage

The accident happened on Polkirt Hill in Mevagissey. Exact location unknown

The accident happened on Polkirt Hill in Mevagissey. Exact location unknown

'Dignity stripped' — victim speaks after car crash leaves three seriously hurt

David Hockney has been described as “one of the most important figures in contemporary art in both the 20th and 21st centuries”.

David Hockney has been described as “one of the most important figures in contemporary art in both the 20th and 21st centuries”.

Influential and celebrated British artist David Hockney dies aged 88

The new indoor pool has now officially opened

The new indoor pool has now officially opened

New pool brings splash of excitement to Cornwall for families this summer

The Full Circle Expedition returns to Falmouth in the fog

The Full Circle Expedition returns to Falmouth in the fog

Veterans complete 2,000-mile UK sailing expedition returning to Falmouth

Residents in Cornwall are being urged to continue accessing medical care as normal during a four-day strike by resident doctors next week

Residents in Cornwall are being urged to continue accessing medical care as normal during a four-day strike by resident doctors next week

NHS shares guidance for Cornwall residents ahead of resident doctors’ strike

Some of the villagers making their feelings known in Troon, with Rachel Goodman, of the residents' association, in the foreground (Pic: Lee Trewhela / LDRS)

Some of the villagers making their feelings known in Troon, with Rachel Goodman, of the residents' association, in the foreground (Pic: Lee Trewhela / LDRS)

Cornwall Council

‘Long-term solution’ to fix ‘significant’ mine shaft under road may take time

Chings Alley Beer and Wine Cellar in Launceston (Pic: Cornwall Council licensing application)

Chings Alley Beer and Wine Cellar in Launceston (Pic: Cornwall Council licensing application)

Cornwall Council

Return of wine cellar bid refused due to antisocal behaviour fears

A man is in police custody following a report that a woman was headbutted in Truro

A man is in police custody following a report that a woman was headbutted in Truro

Man in custody after ‘headbutting woman’ in Truro

Popular high‑street store returns to Truro after three‑year gap

News

At least 19 Cornish councils declare no confidence in South West Water

Cornish housebuilder Legacy Properties starts construction at The Paddocks, a new 83-home development in Trispen.

Cornish housebuilder Legacy Properties starts construction at The Paddocks, a new 83-home development in Trispen.

Construction begins on 83 new homes including affordable housing

A long-serving figure in the South West’s rail community has retired after 28 years at the helm of the Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership

A long-serving figure in the South West’s rail community has retired after 28 years at the helm of the Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership

Man who helped transform Devon and Cornwall's branch lines retires after 28 years

Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following reports that a seagull was attacked on the seafront in St Ives on Wednesday

Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following reports that a seagull was attacked on the seafront in St Ives on Wednesday

Man 'punched and beat a seagull ' in Cornwall - police appeal

Police have explained why emergency services were present at a housing estate in Helston for several hours on Wednesday.

Police have explained why emergency services were present at a housing estate in Helston for several hours on Wednesday.

Police explain large emergency services presence in Helston on Wednesday

David Slater targeted stores around Falmouth including Mountain Warehouse, Crew Clothing, Tesco Express and Co-Op branches stealing up to £k in goods

David Slater targeted stores around Falmouth including Mountain Warehouse, Crew Clothing, Tesco Express and Co-Op branches stealing up to £k in goods

Prolific shoplifter sentenced for £3k thefts of alcohol and clothing across Falmouth

Proposals to remove the Corker Memorial have stalled

Proposals to remove the Corker Memorial have stalled

Removal of controversial ‘slaver’ memorial in Falmouth stalled due to 'challenges'

An example of some of the waste which has been dumped at the Trevoole site (Pic: LDRS)

An example of some of the waste which has been dumped at the Trevoole site (Pic: LDRS)

Cornwall Council

Residents say huge ‘waste crime site’ is ‘absolute catastrophe’

The owners of Widemouth Bay Café want to start selling alcohol (Pic: Google Maps)

The owners of Widemouth Bay Café want to start selling alcohol (Pic: Google Maps)

Cornwall Council

Fears ‘charming resort’ will be ruined if beach café is allowed to sell booze

Mr Stewart said warmer sea temperatures were now much more suited to these animals, resulting in a

Mr Stewart said warmer sea temperatures were now much more suited to these animals, resulting in a

'Extraordinary' octopuses from Devon and Cornwall that are transforming UK coastlines

The AllTrails walk passes the old manor house of Prideaux Place

The AllTrails walk passes the old manor house of Prideaux Place

Harry Styles fans from Cornwall who missed tickets offered alternative 'Stiles Tour'

The special livery on IET 800008 features a pattern of letters that appear random – but GWR has now revealed it conceals a hidden message.

The special livery on IET 800008 features a pattern of letters that appear random – but GWR has now revealed it conceals a hidden message.

Great Western Railway

Secret code waiting to be cracked on a Great Western Railway train

The Somethin’ Else Listening Session will take place at the Tolmen Centre on Wednesday, July 8, 7pm to 10pm

The Somethin’ Else Listening Session will take place at the Tolmen Centre on Wednesday, July 8, 7pm to 10pm

Audiophiles to gather for special mono vinyl listening session in Constantine

25-Level underground development

25-Level underground development

South Crofty mine moves closer to restart as major works progress

Jayne Kirkham MP backs crackdown on “broken” water industry after parasite outbreak fine

Jayne Kirkham MP backs crackdown on “broken” water industry after parasite outbreak fine

Falmouth MP backs crackdown on “broken” water industry after parasite outbreak fine

West Cornwall MP Andrew George has won the chance to put forward new legislation in Parliament

West Cornwall MP Andrew George has won the chance to put forward new legislation in Parliament

MP Andrew George announces subject he is taking forward for proposed new law

The first properties at a major new housing development in Cornwall have gone on the market, marking a significant milestone for a 527 home scheme

The first properties at a major new housing development in Cornwall have gone on the market, marking a significant milestone for a 527 home scheme

Planning and development

Eco friendly homes hit the market with heat pumps and EV chargers

Fiona Champion, 41, who had been reported missing from the St Austell area, has been found safe by police.

Fiona Champion, 41, who had been reported missing from the St Austell area, has been found safe by police.

Update on missing St Austell woman last seen across Rame Peninsula

The life and achievements of Jenny Firth will be celebrated at a service open to anyone who knew and loved her.

The life and achievements of Jenny Firth will be celebrated at a service open to anyone who knew and loved her.

Service to celebrate life and achievements of much-loved retired post lady

Tobias and Finley Rice

Tobias and Finley Rice

Parents pay heartfelt tribute to two young brothers killed in Cornwall A30 crash

John Duncan has been owner and head chef at Cribbs for almost 20 years

John Duncan has been owner and head chef at Cribbs for almost 20 years

What may be 'best Caribbean restaurant in UK' prepares to mark 20 years in Falmouth

Ainsworth carried out a number of frauds including at the Spar shop in Falmouth

Ainsworth carried out a number of frauds including at the Spar shop in Falmouth

Falmouth man jailed for card frauds at Spar, Iceland and Wetherspoons

The operating period of the controversial rising bollard could be changed

The operating period of the controversial rising bollard could be changed

Local government

Could rising bollard in Falmouth be restricted to six months a year to help traders?

Doctor Who's future has been confirmed by the BBC as the show's Christmas special for 2026 is axed

Doctor Who's future has been confirmed by the BBC as the show's Christmas special for 2026 is axed

BBC announces future of iconic show up in the air as Christmas special axed

UK Today

Facebook and Instagram down as users report being logged out of accounts

EastEnders star set for 'dramatic' exit in coming weeks after 'short stint' on soap

Major fashion retailer returns to UK high street after closing all stores 6 years ago

Vinnie Jones blasts 'addictive' tech for fuelling mental health struggles

Dad earns £3,000 from side hustle spotting empty homes with his phone

Millions of drivers at risk of hefty fines due to common roundabout mistake

Sport

Arwel Robson with John Branch at the Mennaye Field.

Cornish Pirates

Pirates sign new five-year shirt sponsorship deal

Just four games possible in Cornwall cricket competition

This week's latest cricket fixtures in Cornwall

Cricket previews

Cricket previews

Cornwall cricket results for the latest games

Samuel Jose is one of only 20 para-athletes selected to represent England in the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Samuel Jose is one of only 20 para-athletes selected to represent England in the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Cornish athlete called up to England Commonwealth Games team

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National Sport

Kimi Antonelli has been gifted a new towel by Kim Kardashian (PA)

Kimi Antonelli has been gifted a new towel by Kim Kardashian (PA)

Kim Kardashian makes amends with Kimi Antonelli and throws in the towel

Trainer Jamie Osborne has received a suspended sentence (Mike Egerton/PA)

Trainer Jamie Osborne has received a suspended sentence (Mike Egerton/PA)

Jamie Osborne handed suspended three-month ban by BHA

Rahiebb heads up Roger Varian’s Royal Ascot team (Mike Egerton/PA)

Rahiebb heads up Roger Varian’s Royal Ascot team (Mike Egerton/PA)

Rahiebb to fly the flag for Varian at Royal Ascot

Rock of Gibraltar winning the St James’s Palace Stakes (John Walton/PA)

Rock of Gibraltar winning the St James’s Palace Stakes (John Walton/PA)

Kinane reflects on Rock Of Gibraltar cementing star status at Ascot

Ghana’s Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada (Nick Potts/PA)

Ghana’s Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada (Nick Potts/PA)

Thomas Partey denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana v Panama clash

Robbie Williams is to sponsor boyhood club Port Vale (Doug Peters/PA)

Robbie Williams is to sponsor boyhood club Port Vale (Doug Peters/PA)

Let me sponsor you – Robbie Williams to adorn Port Vale shirt for two seasons

Pierre Gasly has had his podium reinstated (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Pierre Gasly has had his podium reinstated (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Pierre Gasly has Monaco podium reinstated as F1 accepts pit-lane inaccuracies

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21 PICTURES of the first day of the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival 2026

Tributes have been paid to Mike 'Tuffers' Tuffery (right), pictured here aboard LK Mitchell with Nigel Pascoe

In Port (Weather and Shipping)

Falmouth mourning the loss of coxswain 'Tuffers' who slipped his anchor aged 80

Letter: Hedgehog Awareness Week 2026: How to help save our prickly friends

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National News

Britain’s economy contracted last month for the first time in eight months amid signs that the Iran is beginning to take its toll on some sectors (PA)

Britain’s economy contracted last month for the first time in eight months amid signs that the Iran is beginning to take its toll on some sectors (PA)

UK economy contracts for first time since last August

A ‘dysfunctional dynamic’ between the UK and Scottish Governments is hampering efforts to tackle poverty, a report has found (Gareth Fuller/PA)

A ‘dysfunctional dynamic’ between the UK and Scottish Governments is hampering efforts to tackle poverty, a report has found (Gareth Fuller/PA)

Support schemes stymied by ‘dysfunctional dynamic’ between governments – charity

A woman has appeared in court charged with a hate crime following a protest at a hotel in Greenock (Andrew Milligan/PA)

A woman has appeared in court charged with a hate crime following a protest at a hotel in Greenock (Andrew Milligan/PA)

Woman in court charged with hate crime after Greenock protest

Former Lioness Jill Scott has completed her Sport Relief challenge (Scott Heppell/PA)

Former Lioness Jill Scott has completed her Sport Relief challenge (Scott Heppell/PA)

Former Lioness Jill Scott ‘so overwhelmed’ to finish Sport Relief challenge

Peter Murrell embezzled more than £400,000 from the SNP and spent it on luxury goods (Jane Barlow/PA)

Peter Murrell embezzled more than £400,000 from the SNP and spent it on luxury goods (Jane Barlow/PA)

Ex-Sturgeon aide calls for independent inquiry into Murrell embezzlement case

The King talking to troops during a visit to 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards at Lille Barracks in Aldershot, ahead of their participation in Trooping the Colour (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA)

The King talking to troops during a visit to 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards at Lille Barracks in Aldershot, ahead of their participation in Trooping the Colour (Richard Pohle/The Times/PA)

No drinking tonight, jokes King to Grenadier Guards ahead of Trooping the Colour

The King has said he and Queen Camilla are ‘greatly saddened’ by the death of David Hockney (Victoria Jones/PA)

The King has said he and Queen Camilla are ‘greatly saddened’ by the death of David Hockney (Victoria Jones/PA)

King and Queen ‘greatly saddened’ by death of artist David Hockney

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