Plan to reignite New Year’s Eve celebrations in Newquay

Post published:December 21, 2025
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Newquay Business Improvement DistrictNewquay BID said it was inviting residents, visitors and returning holidaymakers to embrace the traditionA five-year plan has been launched to bring back the "electric atmosphere" to a town that used to be widely known for its New Year's Eve celebrations.Newquay Business Improvement District (BID) said it would work with businesses to "co-ordinate enhanced New Year's Eve activities and encourage town-wide participation".It said it was launching the Great Newquay Pub Fancy Dress Competition where bars,…

Young female beaver’s arrival ‘exciting moment’ for sanctuary

Post published:December 21, 2025
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An animal sanctuary has said the arrival of a female beaver to pair up with its resident male is "an exciting moment".Parsnip, who is about two years old, arrived at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary from Forestry England's Cropton Forest enclosure after a short stay at Flamingo Land.Her move was planned with the Beaver Trust to ensure she was a compatible match for Turnip, a male beaver at the sanctuary. The sanctuary said it had been a Christmas surprise…

‘Bristol Bears spread joy’ and ‘Wookey Witch’

Post published:December 21, 2025
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Bristol BearsExcitement has been growing across the West this week as Christmas draws closer and many people have been getting into the festive spirit at events across the region.Bristol Bears have been spreading some seasonal cheer by visiting 15 different charities, schools and care settings to lend a hand and deliver presents.Here is our weekly round-up of photographs from across the region.BristolBristol BearsGiving Back Day: More than 60 players and staff from Bristol Bears took part in what…

US, Russian officials meet in Miami for talks on Ukraine war | Russia-Ukraine war News

Post published:December 21, 2025
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Negotiators from Russia and the United States have met in the US city of Miami as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Washington to ramp up the pressure on Moscow to end its war on Ukraine.The meeting on Saturday took place between Russian President Vladimir Putin’s special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, and US President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listDmitriev told the reporters the talks were positive and…

Broja heads home late equaliser for Burnley at Bournemouth

Post published:December 20, 2025
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Armando Broja heads home a dramatic late equaliser as struggling Burnley end their seven-game losing streak by claiming a precious Premier League point at Bournemouth. Source link

US, Egypt, Qatar, Turkiye urge restraint in Gaza as Israeli attacks continue | Israel-Palestine conflict News

Post published:December 20, 2025
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The talks between the four countries lauded the first stage of the truce, including expanded humanitarian assistance, return of captives, force withdrawals and reduction in hostilities.The United States, Egypt, Qatar and Turkiye have urged the parties to the Gaza ceasefire to honour their commitments and show restraint, the chief US envoy says after talks in the US city of Miami.Senior officials from the four mediator countries met Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump’s special envoy, on Friday to…

EFL takeaways: QPR continue excellent run and Huddersfield lift pressure on Lee Grant

Post published:December 20, 2025
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Harrogate Town were thumped 4-0 at home by MK Dons in League Two and are now in the bottom two after Bristol Rovers, who sacked Darrell Clarke and brought in Steve Evans this week, drew at Crewe on Friday.Parkin: "It's difficult to box Harrogate, who are now 11 games without a win, in with other EFL clubs because they're so unique."When you look at their budget and what they're fighting against, just to be in League Two is…

Ekitike and Isak help Liverpool squeeze past nine-man Tottenham | Football News

Post published:December 20, 2025
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Defending champions Liverpool win 2-1 at Tottenham to climb to fifth in the Premier League table.Published On 20 Dec 202520 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareAlexander Isak endured a bittersweet evening as the Liverpool striker scored before limping off injured in a chaotic 2-1 win over nine-man Tottenham.Isak put Liverpool ahead in the second half in north London on Saturday after Tottenham’s Xavi Simons was sent off before the interval for a nasty lunge on Virgil…

Lorent Tolaj: Plymouth Argyle striker targets 30 goals after hat-trick

Post published:December 20, 2025
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Tolaj formed an impressive partnership with fellow striker Owen Oseni.The 22-year-old deputised for Tolaj during his suspension but has impressed as he adapts to his first season in League One football .Oseni set up two of Tolaj's goals as well as getting one himself, and Tolaj hopes he can play alongside the Irish forward more often. "Owen obviously is a good player, we didn't really play much together but when we've played I think we've done good."Hopefully we…

Cornwall church holds gentle Blue Christmas service

Post published:December 20, 2025
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A gentle and reflective service was held at a church in Cornwall for people who find the festive season difficult.The Blue Christmas service, led by local priest the Reverend Lisa Coupland who starred in series three of the BBC's Traitors, was held at St Mawgan-in-Meneage Church near Helston. The service aimed to provide a peaceful space for those who may be struggling through bereavement, loneliness, stress, or other personal challenges.Mrs Coupland said it was a wonderful way to…

Paul Wotton: Torquay United boss ‘angry’ after 2-1 loss at AFC Totton

Post published:December 20, 2025
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Torquay United boss Paul Wotton says he felt he was "wasting his breath" in his side's 1-0 loss at 10-man AFC Totton.Brandon Haunstrup got the only goal of the game shortly before half time for the hosts. He was sent off shortly before the hour mark for a second booking and the Gulls won a penalty soon after which Jordan Young fired over the bar.The Gulls failed to capitalise on a number of chances as they lost for…

Burnley late equaliser a 'big punishment' for Bournemouth – Iraola

Post published:December 20, 2025
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Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola says his side suffered a "big punishment" in their 1-1 draw against Burnley. Source link