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  Newquay’s Hotel Victoria is set to reopen this summer under a new name following a change in ownership.

• Gas network upgrades planned for Newquay

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• Newquay Town Council reports vandalism at public facilities

  Newquay Town Council says it is “disappointed” after a series of vandalism incidents at public facilities across the town.

• New hedgehog hospital opens near Newquay after community funding drive

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• Police are appealing for information about a man - with links to Newquay - wanted in connection to a sexual assault

  Devon and Cornwall Police want to locate 34-year-old Alexander Standell from Cornwall.

• Newquay boxer Brad Pauls eyes international middleweight title after win

  Newquay boxer Brad Pauls has strengthened his hopes of a future world title shot after a stoppage victory in Manchester.

• Plans submitted to replace Crantock Surf Life Saving Club hut

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• Newquay charity reuses 10,000 wetsuits to cut waste and support young people

  A Newquay charity says it has recycled or reused nearly 10,000 wetsuits, helping to cut waste and support young people’s mental health.

• Legal graffiti wall project to support artists and help cut vandalism

  A new legal graffiti wall has been launched in Newquay in a bid to support artists and reduce vandalism in the town.

• Newquay surf shop owner retires after nearly 57 years

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  A well-known Newquay surf shop owner has retired after nearly 57 years in business.

• Atlantic Hotel in Newquay bought by Cornwall Hotel Collection

  One of Newquay’s best-known hotels has been sold to a Cornish hospitality group which operates several high-end venues across the Duchy.

• Oscar Wilde classic brought to life in Newquay

  A youth theatre group is bringing a new production of one of Oscar Wilde’s best-known plays to the stage in Newquay.

• Paws on the Beach returns to Watergate Bay this April

  A popular dog-friendly event is set to return to Watergate Bay this spring, bringing a day of activities for pets and their owners while raising funds for animal welfare.

• Major milestone reached in build of new high street and supermarket at Nansledan

  The Duchy of Cornwall has reached a significant milestone in the construction of Market Street in Nansledan, with the first floor slabs for new commercial units now poured.

• Newquay AFC held as town sides battle for points across football, rugby and hockey

  Newquay AFC were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Barnstaple Town in front of 316 fans on Saturday, leaving Shaun Middleton’s side seventh in the Western League Premier Division.

• RAF St Mawgan personnel complete 70-mile charity walk for Newquay Foodbank

  Personnel from RAF St Mawgan have completed a 70-mile charity walk across Cornwall to raise money and awareness for Newquay Foodbank.

• Winter parking charges approved for some Newquay car parks

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• Charity day at Cornish attraction raises thousands for air ambulance

  Visitors to a family attraction in Cornwall have helped raise £6,400 for the Cornwall Air Ambulance.