Available for over a yearCaroline Wilson, co-founder of the charity and chair of its trustees, spoke with John Acres about how Operation Santa has been able to raise money to buy gifts for children from disadvantaged families. Picture credit: Getty Images/Universal Images GroupProgramme WebsiteShow less Source link
A 24-year-old man who died in a two-car crash on a rural road in Dorset was "caring, funny and mischievous", his family have said.Robbie Williams, also known as Robbie Diffey, and another driver, a 57-year-old man from Poole, were both pronounced dead at the scene of the collision on the B3078 at Knowlton, near Wimborne, on Saturday evening.In a statement, the family of father-of-two Mr Williams, from Poole, said his death had "left a huge hole in all…
New Zealand-born Roots, who qualifies for England through his English father, has played 55 times for Exeter, scoring 10 tries. Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter feels the forward is one of the club's "most influential players"."He's really back to his absolute physical best, dominating some games with his collision quality and the work-rate he's putting in around the field," Baxter added."He's one of those players that we can build a really successful side around. "He's been key…
Jake ShortA fire service is doing a "deep dive" into data around electric vehicle (EV) battery fires following a rise in incidentsHere is our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media.Our pick of local website storiesDevon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has announced it is doing a "deep dive" into data around electric vehicle (EV) battery fires following a rise in incidents, including one which…
Available for over a yearBBC One's 'Countryfile' Christmas special will be coming from Cadgwith on Sunday 21st December. The team were recently recording in the fishing village and BBC Radio Cornwall's Matt Shepherd caught up with host Matt Baker.Programme WebsiteShow less Source link
BBCThe Redruth teenager is being treated for his injuries in hospitalA 16-year-old motorcyclist is being treated in hospital after sustaining serious injuries in a crash in Falmouth on Wednesday.Police were called at 08:35 GMT to the crash involving a white 50CC motorcycle and a blue Ford Ranger 4x4 on the roundabout connecting North Road, Falmouth Road and Dracaena Avenue next to the town's McDonald's restaurant.A man in his 30s from Falmouth was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst…
Kylian Mbappe scored two goals to help Real Madrid overcome a stubborn challenge from third-division side Talavera.Published On 18 Dec 202518 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareKylian Mbappe scored twice and Real Madrid beat third-division club Talavera 3-2 in the round of 32 of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday.Mbappe converted a 41st-minute penalty and sealed the victory late in the second half with a shot from outside the area for his 10th goal in his…
Police have urged people buying e-bikes over Christmas to familiarise themselves with the law after two illegal e-bikes were seized as part of a targeted action.The operation, which happened in Falmouth, saw Devon and Cornwall Police deploy drones to identify e-bike and e-scooter users.Officers were subsequently able to approach riders to carry out safety checks and give advice on using them safely and legally, the force said. One bike had been fitted with an illegal motor allowing the…
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The team behind a festive lights display said they hoped to give "enjoyment" to visitors of a Cornish village.Organisers of the Angarrack Christmas Lights said preparations for the displays near Hayle began in September with more than 75 frames, including seven reindeers, on show.The displays, which depict the 12 days of Christmas, are set to remain in place until early January with the lights switched on between 17:00 and 22:00 GMT each day.Nikki Vincent, chairperson of Angarrack Christmas…
A teenage boy has become the sixth person to be arrested on suspicion of the murder of an elderly woman who died after a suspected burglary.Police officers were called to an address in Higher Blandford Road in Poole, Dorset, on 1 December after being alerted to the "sudden death" of a woman in her 80s.Five people have already been arrested in connection with the incident and released on bail.Now Dorset Police has confirmed a 17-year-old boy from Wimborne…
Available for over a yearA New Holland compact tractor, worth around £16,000, has been stolen from Bude Town Football Club. The Club's First team manager Steve Hackett has been talking to BBC Radio Cornwall's Matt Pengelly about the theft. Photo credit: Bude Town Football Club.Programme WebsiteShow less Source link