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Motocross bikes worth thousands stolen from shed in Ludgvan

Motocross bikes worth thousands stolen from shed in Ludgvan

Motocross bikes worth more than £20,000 have been stolen from the Penzance area, police have said.Devon and Cornwall Police said four bikes had been stolen from a shed between Badgers Cross and Nancledra Hill, Ludgvan, between 02:00 and 05:00 GMT on 16 December.The force said officers believe a 2001 red Honda CR125, 1999 red Honda CR250 and two 2024 red Honda CRFs had been taken away in a large vehicle.Police have asked for any witnesses or those with…

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Person in serious condition after crash in Hayle

Person in serious condition after crash in Hayle

A person has been seriously injured following a crash, police have said.Devon and Cornwall Police said officers had been called to a serious single-vehicle crash in Foundry Lane, Hayle, Cornwall, just after 12:00 GMT on Wednesday.It said one person was in a serious condition.Road closures have been put in place and the incident was ongoing, the force added. Source link

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‘Chance of snow’ on Christmas Day and cold-health alert issued

There could be snowfall in the south-west of England on Christmas Day, forecasters say.Even though a white Christmas has not been predicted on 25 December, there's "a very small chance" of snow falling on Dartmoor as afternoon rain showers push into parts of Devon and Cornwall, the Met Office said.Devon and Cornwall are expected to see a low of -1C (30F) and a high of 5C (41F) on Thursday with easterly winds causing big waves for swimmers and…

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‘Chance of snow’ in South West on cold Christmas Day

‘Chance of snow’ in South West on cold Christmas Day

There could be snowfall in the south-west of England on Christmas day, a forecaster has said.Even though forecasters have not predicted a white Christmas on 25 December, there's "a very small chance" of snow falling on Dartmoor as afternoon rain showers push into parts of Devon and Cornwall, the Met Office said.Devon and Cornwall are expected to see a low of -1C (30F) and a high of 5C (41F) on Thursday with easterly winds causing big waves for…

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Devon couple set up free Christmas Day lunch for those in need

Devon couple set up free Christmas Day lunch for those in need

Olivia ProwseOlivia Prowse, here with husband Mat, says helping others beats sitting at homeA woman who will spend Christmas making free lunches for people in need says it is "the right thing to do".Olivia Prowse, 58, from Loddiswell, Devon, has organised the event on 25 December, alongside husband Mat, to help people who would otherwise be alone or struggling on Christmas Day.Mrs Prowse said 13 people had signed up to attend the event in the village near Kingsbridge,…

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South West traders say Christmas has been ‘stressful but fun’

South West traders say Christmas has been ‘stressful but fun’

James TrevettCombe Garden Centre manager James Trevett (left) said the Christmas period was a "stressful fun" timeTraders in the South West say Christmas continues to be a vital time of year - even if it is "stressful".The festive period is traditionally an important time for businesses with many building displays and stocking up to target shoppers looking for gifts.Some businesses in Devon and Cornwall have decided to focus purely on the festivities by becoming Christmas tree farms or…

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RNLI volunteers prepare to help those in need over Christmas

RNLI volunteers prepare to help those in need over Christmas

Darren Blight"Knowing we can make a difference is what keeps us going," says Wes FosterRNLI volunteers said it was "never easy leaving loved ones" at Christmas to attend a coastal emergency, but "making a difference" made it worthwhile.Wes Foster, a member of the Plymouth RNLI team, said: "Being on call means we're always ready to step away from the celebrations at a moment's notice to help someone in need."Johnny Bray, from Lizard lifeboat crew, in Cornwall, said "we're…

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Calstock Advent windows light village up for Christmas

Calstock Advent windows light village up for Christmas

A village on the Cornwall and Devon border has been lit up, one day at a time, for Christmas.Calstock's Advent windows have seen a new festively decorated window light up each day at 17:00 GMT during December as part of a trail.Themes featured ranged from the Do You Know How Much I Love You books to The Grinch, and each also features a hidden pottery pasty made by children at the local primary school, organisers said.Fleur Lagunowitsch-Cousins said…

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‘Heartbroken’ family’s tribute to man after fatal Plymouth crash

‘Heartbroken’ family’s tribute to man after fatal Plymouth crash

Devon and Cornwall PoliceThe family of Michael Cockburn-Hilton paid tribute to their beloved son, brother and partnerTributes have been paid to a 23-year-old man who died following a road collision in Devon.The family of Michael Cockburn-Hilton said his death had left them "heartbroken beyond words" and described him as a beloved son, brother, and partner.Devon and Cornwall Police said the motorbike rider was pronounced dead at the scene of the two-vehicle collision also involving a car at about…

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CCTV appeal after 20-year-old’s unexplained death in Penryn

CCTV appeal after 20-year-old’s unexplained death in Penryn

Police have issued a CCTV photo of two men they would like to talk to in connection with the unexplained death of a 20-year-old man in April.Devon and Cornwall Police said the man's body had been found underneath Collegewood Viaduct in Penryn at 08:40 BST on 27 April.It said the men in the CCTV footage may have come in to contact with the 20-year-old earlier in the evening before he died.Efforts have been made to identify the men…

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Gary Caldwell: Exeter City boss hails impressive defensive record

Gary Caldwell: Exeter City boss hails impressive defensive record

Exeter City manager Gary Caldwell says he has been impressed with how defensively solid his side has been this season.The 20th-placed Grecians have conceded just 20 goals in their 20 League One games this season - the third-lowest in the division.They are the only club that has a positive goal difference in the bottom half of the table and have conceded just one goal in their past four games in all competitions."It was a big part of our…

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Dawlish guide dog wins award for life service

Dawlish guide dog wins award for life service

A guide dog has been given a national award to recognise his life of service.Ridley, an 11-year-old black Labrador-cross golden retriever, from Dawlish, Devon, scooped the Hero Dog Award at the Guide Dogs People Awards for 2025.It recognised his work, not only as a guide dog, but his continued contribution as an ambassador dog, therapy dog, and loyal companion to his owners Peter and Marylou Boston, ceremony organisers said.Mr Boston said: "Ridley is an extraordinary dog whose life…

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