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Man jailed after woman killed by drilling rig load
Liam Smith of Roselidden Parc, Helston is sentenced to five years and four months.
New owner says it will 'safeguard future of zoos'
Dutch leisure company Libéma is taking over commercial operations from 1 January 2026.
Rise in breastfed babies in Devon and Cornwall
The National Childbirth Trust says the news is "positive and encouraging".
Events still on at holiday park in administration
Administrators say day-to-day operations are continuing "with minimal disruption".
Council needs more money for bus improvements
Dorset Council says it needs more money for full service improvements despite getting £12m.
Boardmasters partners with charity to boost grants
Boardmasters Foundation hails a "significant step forward" in its grant-making programme.
Hospital staff sick days exposed in data breach
A trust spokesperson apologises to current and former staff after personal details are disclosed.
People rescued from flooding as Storm Bram hits
Heavy rain and strong winds brought by Storm Bram hit travel across Devon and Cornwall.
Users of cashless toll system face rise in fees
The committee overseeing Tamar crossings agrees to hike administration charges for regular users.
Village bus shelter gets artistic makeover
The parish council wanted to bring the shelter to life after it was damaged.
'Danger to life' warning issued for Storm Bram
The Met Office said it expects disruption as flooding could cut off communities.
Panto returns to the St Ives Theatre (Oh yes it has!)
After a £1.5m refurbishment, Kidz R Us are staging 'Cinderella'.
Hidden Cornwall
The maritime object dates back to 1568. Photo credit: isles of Scilly Museum.
Kiefer Sutherland has fond memories of Cornwall
The award winning actor has been talking to David White. Photo: Getty/Toni Anne Barson
The Whale, Secrets of a Stranding
Rumour of a buried whale's head in a community rich in folklore and mythical tales.
An Nowodhow - the News in Cornish
An Nowodhow was written and presented by Duncan McIntosh and edited by Steve Harris.


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British paratrooper killed in Ukraine named
Lance Corporal George Hooley remembered by colleagues as a "born soldier" after Ministry of Defence said the 28-year-old died in a "tragic accident".
Man guilty of murdering woman and children in fire
Bryonie Gawith and her children Denisty, Oscar and Aubree Birtle died in their home in Bradford.
Last minute offer may avert strike by resident doctors
Deal put forward by ministers includes rapid expansion of training posts, but no promises on pay.
Ex-Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies and Iceland boss Richard Walker among new peers
Downing Street announced 34 new peers to "correct" an imbalance against Labour in the House of Lords.
King supports persecuted Christians in Advent service
King Charles attends an Advent service in Westminster Abbey, with a strong influence of Orthodox music.
Leon to close stores and cut jobs in restructure
The "healthier" fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.
Author Sophie Kinsella remembered as a 'wonderful, warm woman'
The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Too many unauthorised pre-Budget leaks, says Reeves
The chancellor tells MPs many of the stories leaked to the media were inaccurate and "very damaging".
European ministers back ECHR plan to tackle illegal migration
Countries in the treaty - including the UK - will negotiate a "political declaration" to make it easier to deport migrants.
Madeleine McCann's father tells BBC how his family was hounded by press
Gerry McCann, whose daughter vanished in 2007, tells the BBC he believes politicians fear the media.
Don't let Trump interfere with UK democracy, Davey tells PM
The Lib Dem leader criticises US national security strategy, which warns Europe faces "civilisational erasure".
'Assault appeal decision sends devastating message'
Jaysley Beck took her own life after being sexually assaulted by former Army Sgt Michael Webber.
Man killed next to pub was stabbed, police say
The man died after being found seriously injured near the Wheatsheaf in Ewell on Tuesday afternoon.
Boy, 15, stabbed to death in north London street
The boy was treated by paramedics for a stab wound but died in hospital, the Met Police says.
Ex-solicitor guilty of sexually assaulting clients
Alan Harris, from Plymouth, is found guilty of sexual and indecent assaults but not guilty of rape.
Thousands of flood defences below standard as Storm Bram hit
A BBC study lays bare the scale of flood defences in England that are in need of maintenance.
Meghan sends letter to estranged father in hospital
A letter from Meghan to her estranged dad Thomas Markle is "now safely in his hands".
Hundreds of youth centres planned to reach 'isolated' generation
The government sets aside £500m it says is needed to revive services aimed at disconnected teens and young adults.
Rolls Royce towed in supercar parking 'crackdown'
A spokesperson for the council says the usual approach of issuing fines has been ineffective.
UK asylum system hit by inefficiencies and wasted funds, watchdog finds
In a new analysis, the National Audit Office finds “reactive” government policies moved problems elsewhere.
Watch: Moment stolen puppies are reunited with mum
Cavalier King Charles spaniel Mabel is seen welcoming home two of her four stolen Cavapoo puppies.
'A dream can become real,' says world record holder, 11
Max has become the youngest male video game developer after his four-hour attempt in May.
Kevin Sinfield meets family of boy who died of MND
Kevin Sinfield meets the family of Kyle Sieniawski, who died from motor neurone disease aged 14.
Watch: Statue of Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveiled in London
A Leicester Square statue marks 30 years of the longest-running film in Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, starring both actors.
GCHQ Christmas card sets annual code-cracking challenge
Do you have what it takes to crack GCHQ's Christmas codes?
Knife threats and racial abuse all in a day's work, say bus drivers
The BBC has spoken to passengers, transport staff and bus drivers about a growing national trend of antisocial behaviour on public transport.
How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow
In the event of a war, one expert suggests the British Army could be incapable of fighting effectively on land within weeks, once committed - though 'much depends on the form of the conflict'.
Overturned lorries 'scattered like ninepins' during Storm Bram
Andy Paterson compared the scene on the M74 overnight to a zombie movie.
Kate Winslet says her family never watch The Holiday
The Oscar-winning star says watching herself on screen is "an excruciating experience."
Man guilty of murdering woman and children in fire
Bryonie Gawith and her children Denisty, Oscar and Aubree Birtle died in their home in Bradford.
Man sentenced for attempted pipe bomb attack on GAA club
John Wilson was also found guilty in September of trying to intimidate members of East Belfast GAA.
Scottish Power liable for worker's asbestos death, court rules
Robert Crozier died after developing cancer from asbestos exposure while working for Scottish Power.
Pub Sunday lunch leaves 43 sick with food poisoning
Clostridium perfringens, which causes stomach cramps and diarrhoea, was found to be the cause of the outbreak.


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