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How iconic Cornwall nightclub became the heart of 'Britain's Ibiza' during the '90s
From 'Miss Wet T-shirt' competitions to laser lights through the police inspector's office, the iconic nightclub was the leading light in the country's busiest nightlife resort. 'You wouldn't be able to do that anymore. I'd be hung, drawn and quartered now'
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Much-loved Cornwall bar and live music venue to close
Entertainment
The owners say they are deeply grateful for all the memories but after a decade at the helm they are entering a new phase
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Cornish town's tourism dip as holiday homes 'sold and gone back to residential'
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One resident said holiday homes and second homes had 'sold and gone back to residential'
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Let us know what beach in Cornwall you think is the worst in our survey
Cornwall's Best Beaches
We want to know all about what makes a beach visit for you, or what spoils it
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'I surfed a 'fake wave' three hours from Cornwall and smashed it - quite literally!'
Surfing
When we said 'smashed it' we didn't really intend to break a toe, but there you are! The evening in A&E was almost as fun!
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From Boardmasters to Nokia Unleashed: Almost 20 years of music at Cornwall's biggest festival
Boardmasters
We remember every year of Boardmasters - from James Blunt in 2005 to Liam Gallagher in 2023
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Staffie with 'fearful' eyes but lots to give among 26 rescue dogs needing homes
Dogs
Energetic boy Binx has been in a rescue's care for too long and is in need of a home, as is Desmond who 'has experienced and witnessed what no dog should ever have to do'
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Three woman beaters among those sentenced in magistrates lately
Courts
Each of the men responsible also caused damage to their victims' property
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South West rowers win Gold as men's eight storm to victory
Other Sport
Morgan Bolding, Sholto Carnegie, Jacob Dawson, Tom Digby, Charlie Elwes, Tom Ford, Rory Gibbs and James Rudkin withstood challenges from the Netherlands and the United States to take gold in five minutes 22.88 seconds.
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Live: Road closed after two-vehicle crash
Traffic & Travel
Reports are coming in
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'What a shambles' as Scilly Ferries collapses before maiden crossing
Isles of Scilly
The collapse of the new Scilly Ferries service has left a shadow over the Isles of Scilly, with the yellow and black catamaran not taking its eagerly anticipated maiden voyage
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The results are in from Boots' nationwide survey on our health habits
Healthy Living
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PenzanceBritain's 'end of the line' town where you can still find the real CornwallIt's not exactly quaintly pretty - and it's a bit rough at the edges - but you can't escape the feeling that local people live there
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Cornwall's hidden gem beach offers peace and stunning views away from the crowds
Cornwall beaches
The shingle cove has white sands and turquoise waters, perfect for a peaceful day out at the beach - but you'll have to work for it
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People back farmer who took iconic ponies away from Cornish beauty spot
Cornwall Council
The ponies played a vital role in conservation grazing on the protected bit of land at the centre of a planning war
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Two-car crash closes A39 in both directions
A39
The road was closed for over two hours
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Three groups urged to come forward for Covid booster jab as UK cases rise
Health
The arrival of the FLiRT Covid variants in the UK has been linked to a rise in cases this summer, prompting concern from health bodies
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Look inside boutique-style cottage in Doc Martin’s village
Property
This three-bedroom property is set in a famed and popular holiday destination
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Cornwall rower wins Gold as men's eight storm to victory
Other Sport
Morgan Bolding, Sholto Carnegie, Jacob Dawson, Tom Digby, Charlie Elwes, Tom Ford, Rory Gibbs and James Rudkin withstood challenges from the Netherlands and the United States to take gold in five minutes 22.88 seconds.
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NewlynHistoric lugger embarks on 1,000 mile voyage for new masts
The 143-year-old fishing boat is also loaded with Cornish sea salt, Yarg and a fare few bottles of rum
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Rebecca Adlington's best Paris 2024 Olympics outfits from Nobody's Child, Boden and more
Rebecca Adlington
mirror.co.uk
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UK Riots LIVE: Police station and cars burn as cops face 'serious violence'
frontpage
Plans for at least 15 protests are in place across the UK
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Goose killed in Perranporth as a group of teens attack it with rocks
Perranporth
Four teenage boys were seen at the boating lake
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Paedophile left girl, 13, so traumatised she was unable to go to school
Truro Crown Court
Her moving story was read out in court
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Discover Cornwall - the real guide to the best of Cornwall
Discover Cornwall
Stories to inspire your exploration of Cornwall
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Horse rider seriously injured after two aircraft land abruptly on Cornwall beach
Cornwall beaches
The pilots were seen landing extremely close to other beach-goers
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Tell us if you think disposable barbecues should be banned
Environment
The banning of disposable barbecues was considered by the Government back in April of 2022
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Man who died in A30 crash named locally as councillor
Penzance
The crash involved white Ford Transit Connect and a white Isuzu Grafter light goods vehicle
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Brand new 'low-key' burger restaurant in Cornwall is already a big hit
Food
If they taste as good as they look this will be a winner - and for as low as £7.50
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Bus strikes planned for Boardmasters weekend
Transport
Bus services in Cornwall and Somerset will be disrupted
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Cornwall seaweed farm hits opposition as some say 'you'd think we'd want it!'
Environment
Plans for seaweed farms in Cornwall have been met with fierce opposition from locals and celebrities
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FarmingThousands attend Stithians Show despite severe weather warningThere is no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothing
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From mountain treks to socks in a box: 5 heartwarming fundraising stories
Pride of Britain Awards
mirror.co.uk
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Driver dies in tragic A30 crash
A30
A man in his 60s was confirmed to have died at the scene
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Cornwall beach has beer kegs delivered by zip-wire
Newquay
That's one way to do it
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Five beachgoers caught in rip just 90 minutes after lifeguard cover ended
RNLI
They had been enjoying a swim when everything went wrong
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'Lost' mum turns life around to become champion bodybuilder
Parenting
Louise Hick has been selected to represent Great Britain in the Bodybuilding World Championships
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Scilly Ferries' plans went from smooth sailing to dead in the water
Isles of Scilly
The new ferry has not sailed once with passengers on board
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PropertyStunning artist's home and gallery has the quirkiest features
Entry from the street leads straight into the gallery space and oldest part of the building with the house located behind and accessed either from the gallery or via the wrap-around back garden
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A30 to be 'closed for some time' as person seriously injured in crash
A30
Police expect the road to be closed for some time
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Live: A30 closed near Penzance after crash
A30
Delays are forming near Penzance
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Cornwall Airport Newquay future could be secured with potential partner
Cornwall Council
The council and its potential partner have said they have no intention of closing the airport
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Moisturising tinted serum hailed by shoppers for 'covering imperfections' and 'making skin look younger'
frontpage
The 'lightweight' tinted serum is available in 20 shades and contains skincare ingredients
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Discover Cornwall

Discover CornwallCornwall's 'forgotten corner' with unspoilt beaches that tourists don't know aboutTwo Cornish villages with a colourful past are now one of the quietest coastal spots in the UK
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Cornwall's 'best beach' town has an epic tidal pool for open water swimming
Discover Cornwall
This Cornish seaside town was recently celebrated by the Sunday Times as one of the UK's top 50 beaches.
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Britain's 'end of the line' town where you can still find the real Cornwall
Penzance
It's not exactly quaintly pretty - and it's a bit rough at the edges - but you can't escape the feeling that local people live there
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Five Cornish bakeries win the World Pastry Awards 2024
Food
A handful of our locals made the coveted list which celebrates the based pastries in the world
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Remote island off Cornwall is home to the 'world's best' potato
Discover Cornwall
Our columnist goes in search of the perfect potato... and finds he is spoilt for choice
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Traffic & Travel

Traffic & TravelLive: Road reopens after two-vehicle crashReports are coming in
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Bus strikes planned for Boardmasters weekend
Transport
There are two days of strikes
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Two-car crash closes A39 in both directions
A39
The road was closed for over two hours
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Driver dies in tragic A30 crash
A30
A man in his 60s was confirmed to have died at the scene
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A30 to be 'closed for some time' as person seriously injured in crash
A30
Police expect the road to be closed for some time
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Weather

BoardmastersFrom Boardmasters to Nokia Unleashed: Almost 20 years of music at Cornwall's biggest festival
We remember every year of Boardmasters - from James Blunt in 2005 to Liam Gallagher in 2023
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Sam Sills revelling in Olympic atmosphere despite frustrating lack of action
London 2012 Olympics
The Cornish foiler was unable to get any racing in on Sunday due to lack of wind
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Met Office predicts Cornwall heatwave as temperatures surge
Weather
Just in time for the summer holidays
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People told to keep curtains and blinds closed until the weekend
Property
The UK Health Security Agency has issued crucial advice in the current weather
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Cornwall's 'best beach' town has an epic tidal pool for open water swimming
Discover Cornwall
This Cornish seaside town was recently celebrated by the Sunday Times as one of the UK's top 50 beaches.
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Politics

Network RailWork starts on footbridge for town cut off by trains 36 per cent of the time
The town is cut off for 22 minutes every hour
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Scilly Ferries' response after service collapses before maiden crossing
Penzance
The new ferry had been due to start operations later this month
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Former problem pub in Cornwall begs 'let us allow people in after 10pm'
Pubs & Restaurants in Cornwall
It used to have a VERY bad reputation
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Cornwall planning: Hundreds of new homes among latest proposals
Housing
A seaside hotel could be demolished to make way for 39 retirement flats
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Cornwall planning: Cornish town could get 325 new homes
Housing
The development - which could include almost 100 affordable properties - would be built across six fields
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Courts

CourtsCornwall courts: Three woman beaters among those sentenced in magistrates lately
Each of the men responsible also caused damage to their victims' property
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Paedophile left girl, 13, so traumatised she was unable to go to school
Truro Crown Court
Her moving story was read out in court
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Cornwall man says 'thank you very much' after being jailed for M25 Just Stop Oil protest
Courts
Paul Sousek, from Bude, will spend one year and eight months behind bars
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Paedophile who raped schoolgirl dies in prison
Crime
He died 18 months into a seven and a half year sentence
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Retired Army colonel died after waiting 5 hours in an ambulance outside hospital
Royal Cornwall Hospital
He couldn't access treatment that could have saved his life
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NostalgiaHow iconic Cornwall nightclub became the heart of 'Britain's Ibiza' during the '90sFrom 'Miss Wet T-shirt' competitions to laser lights through the police inspector's office, the iconic nightclub was the leading light in the country's busiest nightlife resort. 'You wouldn't be able to do that anymore. I'd be hung, drawn and quartered now'
Much-loved Cornwall bar and live music venue to close
Entertainment
The owners say they are deeply grateful for all the memories but after a decade at the helm they are entering a new phase
Let us know what beach in Cornwall you think is the worst in our survey
Cornwall's Best Beaches
We want to know all about what makes a beach visit for you, or what spoils it
From Boardmasters to Nokia Unleashed: Almost 20 years of music at Cornwall's biggest festival
Boardmasters
We remember every year of Boardmasters - from James Blunt in 2005 to Liam Gallagher in 2023
Cornish town's tourism dip as holiday homes 'sold and gone back to residential'
BBC
One resident said holiday homes and second homes had 'sold and gone back to residential'
BBCCornish town's tourism dip as holiday homes 'sold and gone back to residential'One resident said holiday homes and second homes had 'sold and gone back to residential'
Live: Road reopens after two-vehicle crash
Traffic & Travel
Reports are coming in
Much-loved Cornwall bar and live music venue to close
Entertainment
The owners say they are deeply grateful for all the memories but after a decade at the helm they are entering a new phase
Four-foot shark caught offshore as skipper says big fish are coming in closer
Looe
Skipper says the changing temperatures are bringing sharks closer to land
Goose killed in Perranporth as a group of teens attack it with rocks
Perranporth
Four teenage boys were seen at the boating lake
NostalgiaHow iconic Cornwall nightclub became the heart of 'Britain's Ibiza' during the '90sFrom 'Miss Wet T-shirt' competitions to laser lights through the police inspector's office, the iconic nightclub was the leading light in the country's busiest nightlife resort. 'You wouldn't be able to do that anymore. I'd be hung, drawn and quartered now'
Much-loved Cornwall bar and live music venue to close
Entertainment
The owners say they are deeply grateful for all the memories but after a decade at the helm they are entering a new phase
Let us know what beach in Cornwall you think is the worst in our survey
Cornwall's Best Beaches
We want to know all about what makes a beach visit for you, or what spoils it
From Boardmasters to Nokia Unleashed: Almost 20 years of music at Cornwall's biggest festival
Boardmasters
We remember every year of Boardmasters - from James Blunt in 2005 to Liam Gallagher in 2023
Cornish town's tourism dip as holiday homes 'sold and gone back to residential'
BBC
One resident said holiday homes and second homes had 'sold and gone back to residential'
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