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Touring rural performance group marks 25 years bbc.in/3TNBjMd

Cornwall's Carn to Cove celebrates 25 years of rural arts touring

The rural touring arts scheme has brought performances to communities for more than two decades.

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Butterfly populations 'could crash' due to weather bbc.in/47jSlVj

Hot and dry weather could lead to butterfly 'population crash'

More than 77,000 butterflies were recorded in Devon while 47,000 were spotted in Cornwall this July.

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Truro's annual Bonfire Night event has been cancelled for the second year running after organisers said it could not be held safely within the available budget. 🎧 Hear all about it here: bbc.in/3V9lGz3
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Some petrol stations in Cornwall are now charging more than £2 a litre for diesel ⛽ We've been finding out why prices vary so much, where to track down the cheapest fuel, and sharing your top tips for making a tank go further. Listen back here: bbc.in/4hdBtFK
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Fishermen seek urgent help with soaring fuel costs bbc.in/4htIGQE

UK fishermen seek urgent government help with soaring fuel costs

The fishing industry calls on ministers to follow the EU's lead and provide subsidies.

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Town criers celebrate their 'corners of the world' bbc.in/3VAjKQa

South West town criers celebrate their 'corners of the world'

Some town councils are advertising to recruit for the ancient role of town crier.

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Disappointment over bonfire night cancellation bbc.in/4xEeacR

Disappointment over fireworks and bonfire night cancellation

It is the second year in a row that the event has been cancelled.

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PM open to giving Cornwall more devolved powers bbc.in/46LDumj

Andy Burnham open to Cornwall having more devolved powers

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he is open to giving Cornwall more advanced devolved powers.

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Coastal path sign that sent millions on their way up for auction bbc.in/4dWLg0x

SW Coast Path sign that sent millions on their way up for auction

The signpost at the start of the 629.75-mile walk has been replaced - ready for someone to give it a new home.

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Pumpkin farmers have mixed harvest bbc.in/4731jX7

Pumpkin farmers have mixed harvest in South West

The summer's hot weather and drought has thrown up issues for farmers to contend with.

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Autumn storm - Its not unusual to see deep areas of low pressure in the Atlantic at this time of year, but next Tueday at 942mb this low is very deep, thankfully staying well to the west of the UK. @BBCCornwall @BBCDevon @bbcsomerset @BBCSpotlight
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Statue of lifeguard to be installed on beach bbc.in/4AMwHGW

Statue of lifeguard set to be installed on beach

The bronze sculpture due to be installed in St Ives was made by Zennor-based artist Holly Bendall.

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Today marks the autumn equinox in Cornwall - from now until winter, the nights will gradually get longer than the days. 🍂 Weather Watcher Geogger captured this stunning sunrise over Mount's Bay this morning bbc.co.uk/weatherwatchers
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Man with MND organises sea dip to raise awareness bbc.in/4d5mZVX

Man with MND organises sea dip in Brighton to raise awareness

Jon Machell and his friends have so far raised a combined £117,000 for the MND Association.

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Force downgraded over victim safety failings bbc.in/4yX7JCS

Devon and Cornwall Police downgraded over victim safety failings

It comes just two months after inspectors raised concerns about investigations and safeguarding.

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Campaign to help people quit smoking bbc.in/4jozlMx

Campaign to help people quit smoking in South West

The 'What Will You Miss?' campaign has been launched by Smokefree South West.

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Worthing sign Truro forward Johnson-Fisher bbc.in/4xF11k1

Dominic Johnson-Fisher: Worthing sign Truro City striker

Worthing sign 23-year-old forward Dominic Johnson-Fisher from National League South club Truro City.

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Truro's Bonfire Night and fireworks event has been cancelled for the second year in a row 💥 Organisers said it could not be held safely within the available budget, despite plans to manage crowds, traffic and emergency access. Read more 💥 → bbc.in/4y7vV5q
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Deputy PM says devolution to 'greatly benefit' Cornwall bbc.in/4rrcbXY

Deputy PM says devolution to 'greatly benefit' Cornwall

Lucy Powell tells BBC Radio Cornwall there is "lots and lots of activity and conversations going on".

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Walsh hails Pirates' defence before first away trip bbc.in/4yPF4zy

Joe Walsh: Cornish Pirates coach hails defence before first away trip

Cornish Pirates coach Joe Walsh says the Champ side have taken confidence from the strong defence they showed in their opening league game.

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