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Volunteers wanted for Olympic legacy
Chris Lawrence speaks to Mark Lewarne about the Sport Makers Scheme
Patient's views sought on out of hours service
A Cornish MP is asking for information from people who have used the Serco out of hours GP service.
£62 Million pounds agreed for homes crisis
Cornwall Council agrees the massive investment to help tackle the county's housing problems.
Charity plea on families 'fuel gap'
Poor families are being "priced out" of heating their homes a new report has claimed.
Third Eden session announced
Example and Devlin to play at the Eden Sessions
Benefits cap is too generous
A Cornish MP is worried that people will still rely on benefits despite the controversial reform cap.
Council tax frozen for next year
Cornwall Council has decided to accept a one off grant from the Government to freeze tax.
MP's press for water bill reduction
MP's meeting with the Environment Minister to press for a further reduction in water bills.
Cornwall to become home to floating wind farm
£25 million pound plans announced
Cornwall Council supports Private Fostering week
Many people don't realise there's a legal obligation to report if they are looking after someone else's child for more than 28 days.
Motorist has lucky escape after stones shatter windscreen
Parents urged to warn children of danger
Man steals charity box
Police ask for information in relation to charity box theft
Fight continues against 'Devonwall' constituency
A 600 year old law could be used to stop the controversial plans
Pirates pick up win
Cornish Pirates 18-17 Bristol
First case of incurable Lamb virus found on Cornish farm
AHVLA say one case reported in Cornwall
Ben Ainslie is on for London 2012
The Cornish sailor is cleared to take part in the Olympics.
New Euro law welcomed by Cornish farmers.
There is a welcome legal advance in the campaign for better prices for Cornish farmers.
Sunday Sport Update
The Green Army fans are celebrating after a great league win against Accrington.
Pirates v Bristol
The Cornish say they are out for revenge after the last match against Bristol.
Penzance celebrates world record
A group of Pirates from Penzance go into the record books today..
Busy weekend for regions sports teams
Accrington Stanley vs Plymouth Argyle. Dover vs Truro City. Barnes vs Redruth. Henley vs Launceston.
Police decide to increase council tax
Devon and Cornwall Police have decided to turn down a one off grant to freeze council tax
Man jailed over biggest drug haul in West Cornwall
38 year old Gary Williams has been sentenced to seven years in prison for admitting to possession with intent to supply and owning stun guns.
Memories sought on Torrey Canyon disaster
Do you remember the Torrey Canyon oil spill?
Police seize drugs on the M5
Officers discover of a substantial amount of controlled drugs near Cullumpton
Assurances sought over search and rescue service
A Cornish MP has sought assurances from the Transport Minister over the future of the search and rescue team at Culdrose.
Shelterbox respond following Cyclone Giovanna
Response team head to Madagascar
Tom Daley hits back at Team GB coach comments
Plymouth Diver issues statement relating to criticism from Alexei Evangulov.
Police investigate learning disability centre abuse claims
Devon and Cornwall Police are now investigating the claims of abuse at a Penzance day care centre which looks after 80 people with a learning disability.
Cornish Students to get EMA replacement
Cornwall Council is the the first to offer an alternative to the EMA to cash strapped families in the county.
Cornish families could lose out on tax credits
Families could miss out on around £4,000 per year
Pilgrims earn a point
Plymouth Argyle 0-0 Barnet
Wheal Agar Ward closes at Treliske after a complaint
The Royal Cornwall Hospital says a ward has been temporarily shut while an allegation is investigated.
35 year sentence for brutal farm murderer
Thomas Haigh from Huddersfield who was yesterday found guilty of the murders of two drug dealers will serve a minimum of 35 years in prison.
Help available for victims of domestic abuse this Valentine’s Day
Domestic Abuse incidents often spike around valentines day.
Pirates pick up win
Rotherham Titans 14-19 Cornish Pirates
One found guilty in double murder trial
A man from Yorkshire has been found guilty of the murders of Brett Flournoy and David Griffiths on farmland in St. Austell last summer.
Cornwall plans Olympic torch spectacular
Towns and Villages across Cornwall looking at how to celebrate the flame's journey.
Police in Plymouth seeking witnesses to a fatal crash
Police asking for public help following crash last month
Heart attack survival improves
The south west's survival rate figures for heart attack patients have improved.
Falmouth volunteer asbo patrols
Funding is found to roll out anti asbo patrols in Falmouth.
Sunday Sport Update
Still no play on the Rotherham v Pirates game, and Truro city score a draw.
Nazi surgeon set pulled from auction
Plans to auction a piece of SS memorabilia in Bude have been cancelled after threats.
Police budget approaches
Devon and Cornwall Police get the chance to have a one off grant so that council tax can remain frozen next year.
Cut toggles off fishermen's clothing
A Cornish MP's calling for toggles to be removed from fishing clothing.
Neil Murray's death was accidental
A verdict of accidental death is returned on Neil Murray.
Donation pays for ward revamp
The West cornwall Hospital can now revamp its Medical Two ward after a cash donation from the League of Friends.
Pilgrims trip to Macclesfield postponed
Match falls foul of bad weather
Christian couples appeal fails
Two Christian guesthouse owners - who were ordered to pay damages after refusing to allow a gay couple to stay in a double room - have lost their appeal.
Man jailed over Newquay attack
28 year old from Bolton jailed for 5 years
Decision expected on Scorrier Bio-Park
Planners are looking at proposals for waste burning and transfer at Hallenbeagle.
Warning over plastic nappy sacks
The NHS is taking up a safety campaign after a warning from Cornwall's coroner.
Mabe man says sorry for bouncer attack
A 23 year old has apologised after causing a serious eye injury.
Cornish Pirates game in doubt
Rotherham Titans vs Cornish Pirates reschedualed for Sunday
Cornish emergency teams under pressure
Health bosses are asking us to think twice before heading to A-and-E.
Man arrested in connection with armed raids
A man is being held by detectives investigating three armed raids on shops in the Redruth area.
Wave Hub gets first client
An Irish firm signs a one million pound deal to connect up a test device.
South West Water fined for neglecting three of its smaller sewage treatment works
South West Water ordered to pay thirty-three thousand pounds in fines and costs.
Two arrested following store robbery
Shop assistant threatened by a man with large knife at Marazion store
Cornish gongs for South West Tourism heroes.
Cornwall picked up 7 gold awards from 17 categories in last night's South West Tourism Awards.
Stop Button for fishing boats
A Cornish campaign for a safety stop switch on fishing boats wins European funding.
Police appeal after Redruth robbery
Third Armed Robbery in recent weeks
Cornish charity move closer towards acheiving dream
Ellie's Haven in Looe have today reached an agreement to purchase a property for converting.
Vital M.E service suspended
Referals at Treliske Hospital suspended
Eden to feature in new TV show
The Eden Project will appear in a show demonstrating the importance of plants to the planet.
Racism claims investigated
Plymouth Argyle look into claims Southend player racially abused by a spectator
RNLI have second busiest year on record
The RNLI has released figures showing how busy the lifeboat crews and lifeguards were in 2011.
Police appeal after Redruth robbery
Police are looking for information following a robbery in the town yesterday afternoon.
Police search for missing Truro man
20 Year old Stephen Humphries last seen on Sunday, 22 January 2012
Man dies at Devonport Dockyards
The 53-year-old local man died after collapsing while working dockside
Raiders storm into Trophy final
Plymouth Raiders 188-186 Milton Keynes Lions (Aggregate)
Plymouth Argyle pick up vital point
The pilgrims managed to hold Southend to a draw
Padstow lifeboat in search for fisherman
Padstow lifeboat was called to search for a fisherman who fell overboard off Heartland point.
Warm Front scheme under used
A scheme to help the poorest households across the country to keep warm is facing an underspend.
Penzance man jailed for sex attack
51 year old William Pope to spend 6 years in jail
Plymouth Argyle game gets the green light
Plymouth Argyle vs Southend United - ON
Raiders look to seal final spot
Plymouth Raiders vs Milton Keynes Lions
Cornish Pirates game postponed
Tomorrow's away game has been postponed until next weekend
Two robberies could be linked
Police are investigating if another two robberies which have taken place this week could be connected.
Tourism bosses expect Olympic boost
Media booking up - other visitors delaying bookings
Police appeal after Penzance robbery
Police are looking for information following a robbery in the town yesterday afternoon.
The Eden Project looks to branch out into banking
They've announced that they're bidding to be the home of a Green Investment Bank.
Cornwall is second homes capital of UK
Increase in number of holiday homes in Cornwall
Entry to World Pasty Championships opens
The worlds top Pasty makers to compete for the title of Number 1
Hospital alcohol admissions on the increase
Hospitals across Cornwall see an increase in alcohol related admissions
Cornwall given £4.3 million to boost economic growth
The Government has given the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership the money to invest in economic growth.
Olympic Torch to arrive into RNAS Culdrose
Olympic organisers have revealed that the torch will arrive into Culdrose the day before the relay begins from Land's End in May.
Police seek motorist after crash with patrol car
Officers looking for yellow and black VW Golf motor vehicle registered number Y532HAF
Girl named after Sheviock crash
17 year old Hayley Louise Lane died after Saturday morning's single vehicle crash.
Cold weather snap hits Cornwall
Motorists being urged to take extra care and people being urged to look after neighbours
Plymouth Argyle make two signings
The Pilgrims have agreed two players on loan ahead of the transfer window deadline tonight.
Cathedral launches Diamond Jubilee letter
Truro cathedral has launched a thank you letter to The Queen as part of Jubilee celebrations.
Illegal tobacco seized
Trading Standards officers have seized counterfeit tobacco in Mid Cornwall
Teenage girl assaulted in Camborne
Police are keen to trace a man in his twenties following the assault yesterday.
Cornish water bills to increase
South West Water announce price increases of 4.7%
Transatlantic rowers rescued
Atlantic Odyssey challenge rowers in capsize drama
Cornish HIV Charity secures lottery funding
Kernow Positive Support awarded almost a quarter of a million pounds
Motorcyclist dies following Plymouth collision
Officers have confirmed that a man in his 40s had died as a result of injuries sustained in a crash on the A38 in Plymouth
Campaign to reduce bowel cancer deaths
A new campaign by the NHS is highlighting the importance of detecting bowel cancer early
Man attacked in Falmouth
29 year old treated at Treliske after being beaten by three men with sticks.
Cornish Pirates move up the table
The Pirates make it 4 wins in a row and the draw has been made for the British and Irish Cup Semi-Finals
Serco out of hours plans halted
Controversial plans to overhaul out of hours services have been put on hold.
Local MP's warning over relaxation of hotel fire regulations
A Cornish MP is warning the Government must not endanger lives as they review fire safety regulations in the tourism industry.
Pirates take on London Welsh
A big clash later is between the Cornish and 3rd in the Championship.
Sunday Sport Update
Argyle fans won't be celebrating this morning, while Truro will.
Dredging of Falmouth Harbour could begin next year
Plans for a trial of dredging work will be submitted in the next few weeks.
Government asked to speed up work on water bill cuts
The Bill to allow a reduction in south west water bills needs to be passed through parliament soon if it's to take effect next year.
RSPB annual Bird Watch weekend
We're being asked to spend an hour of our weekend sitting and watching birds in our gardens.
Cornish museum receives huge boost
A museum in west Cornwall has been given £1.5 million
Lottery winner not so lucky
A winning lottery ticket holder from South East Cornwall has lost out on the opportunity to claim their fortune.
Charity warns Police cuts could affect road safety
Brake want road policing to be a Government priority
Biggest fundraising day for the RNLI
Charity hopes to raise thousands of pounds
Search is on for more foster carers
A charity is asking more people to come forward as foster carers.
Police didn't correctly record crimes
It's been revealed that Devon and Cornwall Police under recorded crimes following it's contorversial reorganisation.
Two horses killed and two people taken to hospital following crash at St Agnes
The incident happened just after 7 am on the B3277 St Agnes to Chiverton Cross road.
Devon and Cornwall to lose Police helicopter
Plans are announced to start a national air service for the Police.
Family's lucky escape after arson attack
Police are appealing for information after someone tried to set fire to a property while the occupants were asleep inside.
Domestic Violence incidents soar over festive period
Devon and Cornwall Police have revealed the number of domestic violence calls received over Christmas and New Year.
Time running out to claim lottery win
Ticket for £127,298, brought in South East Cornwall still unclaimed
The importance of food and drink to Cornwall's economy is being highlighted in a new report
30 percent of the counties jobs and £1.4 billion pounds in annual turnover created by food and drink
Plymouth Argyle appoint mentor
John Deehan appointed Director of Football
Council cabinet meet to discuss important issues
Waste collection, public toilets and bus services are all on the agenda for discusion this morning
Meeting to save Golowan
Organisers of the Penzance festival are holding a meeting tonight to secure it's future.
Queen delighted by Eden Jubilee celebrations
Her Majesty has written to organisers of events across the country.
Man dies following crash near Perranporth
Police asking witnesses to contact them
Blink-182 to headline Eden session
Pop punk band confirmed to headline an Eden Session on Sunday July 8.
More SW families struggle to keep a roof over their heads
It's been revealed that almost a third of us in the South West are cutting back on food, just to be able to keep a roof over our heads.
Tributes paid to man killed in North Cornwall crash
23-year-old Christopher Treglown "renowned for his friendliness"
Woman charged over attempted murder
Police called to incident on the Lizard on Saturday evening
Fal River Fest dates announced
2012 Fal River Festival to run from Friday June 1st until Sunday June 10th
Bugle boys attempt world pool record
The pair will attempt to break the record for playing games of pool for charity.
Truro man denies murder of baby
A twenty year old man has pleaded not guilty of murder at Truro Crown Court today.
Body found at Tolcarne beach is Oliver Doy
Police have confirmed that the body found earlier in the month is that of the missing 26 year old.
Fire crews warn over faulty electrical goods
This week is electrical fire safety week and they wants us to defuse the danger in our homes.
West to become global marine energy leader
UK's first Marine Energy park to be created in the South West
Cornish Pirates secure semi final spot
Cornish Pirates 33-3 Nottingham
Business as usual as a Cornish police station closes.
St Columb Major moves its police station into the local fire station.
Helping more people off drink and drugs.
A new campaign is launched in Cornwall to help people help themselves.
Sunday Sport Update
Relief for Argyle fans, while there's a mixed result for Cornish rugby teams.
Pirates return to British and Irish Cup action
Cornish Pirates vs Nottingham
Teleheath care to help 30,000
The NHS for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly have said that telehealth services will be rolled out over the next 5 years.
Council commit to saving bus routes
The cabinet will see recommendations on securing the future of public transport in the county.
Busy weekend for regions sports teams
Crawley Town vs Plymouth Argyle. Bromley vs Truro City. Redruth vs Lydney. Worthing vs Launceston.
Teenager sentenced to 11 years in prison for attempted murder
A 16 year old boy from teenager has been jailed over a savage attack in May 2010.
Overseas tourists spend millions in the county
New figures have revealed how much money has been spent in the county by people visiting from overseas.
Drink Drive figures increase across Devon and Cornwall
There was an increase in the number of drivers caught drink driving in the run up to Christmas
Woman escapes uninjured after car and train collide
Woman lucky to be alive after her car hit a train at a level crossing in Newquay
Holiday park fined over head injury
A holiday park in North Cornwall has been fined £15,000 after a child fell from a climbing frame.
West Cornwall Hospital to get 24 hour doctor cover
New plans unveiled could see the Penzance hospital get an urgent care centre.
South West families worry over fuel bills
38 percent of families worry they can't afford their next bill
Devon and Cornwall Police Chief to step down
Chief Constable Stephen Otter to take up a role of Her Majesty’s Inspector of Constabulary.
Concern growing over missing man
80 year old William Dawe last seen at 1000 am on Wednesday 18th January 2012 in the Wadebridge town area.
Child sex victims in the south west need more protection, says Barnardo's
Barnardo's is calling for more South West local authorities to support its campaign against child sexual exploitation.
Cornwall firefighters warn 'arson endangers lives'
Arson attack in Penzance
British International Helicopters to fly from Penzance until October
Flights will continue from their Penzance base for longer than planned.
Sexual abuse trial begins at Crown Court
The trial of a man accused of abusing young girls has begun today at Truro Crown Court.
More towns connected to superfast broadband
The roll out of the high speed internet continues
Health teams should've done more to manage risk posed by murderer
Bosses should have shared information with other agencies.
Police investigate second Camborne arson
Emergency crews called to Trelowarren Street
Fire service super hub plans open to the public
Plans to build a fire station super hub for west Cornwall are out for public consulation.
Truro City F.C tax bill settled
Club officials expect fresh start
Police in Plymouth search for knife attacker
22 year old attacked near Devonport
Man killed as car overturns
A man has died after his car overturned last night near Wadebridge..
Short joins Pirates
Worcester centre comes to Cornwall on loan
Arson suspected in church fire
Emergency crews called to Wesley Church in Camborne
Double murder trial continues
First witnesses come to the stand
Body found at Polzeath
Police say there is no identification yet for the man's body. He is thought to have been 61 years old.
Scam alert across Cornwall
Her Majestys's Customs and Revenues is telling Cornwall to watch out for phishing emails.
Perranporth hangar development defeated
A controversial plan for the airfield is thrown out by planners.
Cornish rugby update
Success for the Cornish Pirates at Esher. Not such good news for Redruth and Launceston.
Weekend football update
Argyle beat Burton Albion. Truro lose to Chelmsford.
Plymouth Raiders look for Cup Final success
Newcastle Eagles vs UCP Marjon Plymouth Raiders
Busy weekend for regions sports teams
Plymouth Argyle vs Burton Albion. Truro City vs Chelmsford City. Henley vs Redruth. Launceston vs Sheldon.
Pirates look for another win
Esher vs Cornish Pirates
Golowan festival loses funding
The application to Cornwall Council for funding was turned down for this year's event.
Firm fined £160,000 over factory death
The Health and Safety Executive has prosecuted a firm after a worker died at their factory in Redruth.
Drugs debt led to double killings.
The trial of two men accused of a double murder in St Austell continues today.
Teacher charged over indecent images
50 year old Alan Beer to appear in court later this month
Club legend returns to Plymouth Argyle
Paul Wotton returns to Home Park
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Atlantic FM news review 2011
Matthew Clarke looks back over some of the stories covered by the Atlantic FM newsteam in 2011. We talk about everything from Argyle's troubles to a cliff falling into the sea near Portreath.