Falmouth

Groundbreaking ceremony marks start of Pen Bethan development near Falmouth

The Pen Bethan development near Falmouth has celebrated a significant milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony marking the official start of construction of 133 new homes, with the Show Home anticipated to launch in Autumn 2024.

Situated on land in Budock, just two miles from the beach, this new community being built by local developer, Barratt Homes Exeter, promises to offer an...

Falmouth Oyster Festival’s 20th Birthday Bash

Falmouth Oyster Festival celebrates its 20th year with a brand new look and extra entertainment line up. From 13-16 October, Falmouth Oyster Festival will for the 20th year welcome thousands of visitors to enjoy a packed programme of cookery demonstrations, live music and freshly shucked oysters.

In 1996 - 20 years ago, the Town Centre Manager Nigel Hewitt was tasked with creating a...

Man wanted as police launch murder investigation

Police investigating the death of 72-year-old David Alderson from Falmouth have launched a murder inquiry.

Mr Alderson’s body was found on Saturday 18 January 2014 within the grounds of the mine works at Wheal Maid near Carharrack in Cornwall.

Initial enquiries suggested he may have suffered a cycling accident but as the investigation has progressed, the death is now being...