Truro and Cornwall News

Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Truro and Cornwall. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.

Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

General election 2019: Delayed Isles of Scilly count declared
Strong gales delayed the collection of ballot papers from the islands.
Jamie Oliver's Fifteen Cornwall restaurant closes
The restaurant had trained more than 200 apprentices since it opened in Newquay, in 2006.
General election 2019: What questions do you have?
Do you have a question about the election results?
Naturalist and presenter David Bellamy dies at 86
Tributes are paid to the "larger-than-life" TV broadcaster, scientist and conservationist.
Falklands veteran 'forced out over sexuality' will get medal back
Joe Ousalice was discharged in 1993 when there was a ban on LGBT people in the armed forces.
Storm Atiyah: South West battered by 73mph winds
Storm Atiyah causes disruption on roads, rail and ferry services across the South West.
Former Devon headmaster jailed for stalking
Russell Hollins, who has a long history of stalking women, was told his actions were "cruel".
Cornish Pirates plan to expand Mennaye capacity for temporary Premiership home
Cornish Pirates director Dicky Evans says they plan to make their home ground capable of being a temporary Premiership venue.
Truro City 'absolutely magnificent' in 5-1 victory over Walton Casuals
Truro City boss Paul Wotton hails his 'magnificent' side after their 5-1 win over Walton Casuals to stay top of the Southern Premier League South.
Northampton sign Pirates hooker Matavesi
Northampton Saints sign Fiji international hooker Sam Matavesi from Championship side Cornish Pirates.
Truro City go top of Southern Premier League after 1-0 win over Beaconsfield Town
Truro City boss Paul Wotton praises his side's defence as they go top of the Southern Premier Division South.
Cornish Pirates 'made too many changes' in Nottingham Championship Cup loss
Cornish Pirates coach Alan Paver admits they made too many changes after a 29-20 loss to Nottingham in the Championship Cup.
Penalty shootout English record: Taunton beat Truro in 34-kick marathon
A non-league cup match equals the English record for the longest penalty shootout as 34 kicks are needed to settle the tie.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Wheelchair fencing cut criticised
National wheelchair fencing champion Matthew Campbell-Hill criticises UK Sport's decision to scrap funding to his sport.
Pirates set to upgrade Mennaye
Cornish Pirates chief executive Rod Coward says the club plan to make "significant improvements" to their Mennaye home.
Pirates pack set record straight
Cornish Pirates coach Ian Davies says his team were upset by comments from Swansea ahead of their 30-10 win in Wales.
Launceston 'must cut out errors'
Launceston boss Cliff Rainford says "small errors" are costing his side as they lose 28-12 at Worthing in National Two South
Truro miss chance to close gap
Truro boss Lee Hodges says his side were "not at the races" in their 1-0 defeat by fellow strugglers Maidenhead.
Fuca happy with Redruth momentum
Redruth captain Chris Fuca is expecting even more from his side after the 39-11 win over Clifton in National Two South.
Argyle continue director search
Plymouth will continue their search for a director of football as John Ward becomes Bristol Rovers boss.
Businessmen seal Truro takeover
Truro City are taken over by Pete Masters and Philip Perryman, Kate Breese of administrators Walsh Taylor confirms.
Exeter 1-1 Plymouth
Joe Lennox scores his first goal for Plymouth earn them a draw at Exeter in the Devon derby.
Back Paterson eyes Albion move
Launceston's 22-year-old back Lewis Paterson is in talks over a potential move to Championship side Plymouth Albion.