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• Police appeal after man suffers head and facial injuries in assault

  Police investigating a report of assault in Newquay have issued images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.

• Newquay GP surgery move still on the cards

  Newquay's Narrowcliff Surgery has reiterated its commitment to relocating to a purpose-built facility.

• Crantock Surf Life Saving Club rescues "exhausted" dog from the Gannel

  Members of Crantock Surf Life Saving Club sprang into action on Sunday evening to rescue a dog caught in the spring high tide at the Gannel estuary.

• Urgent appeal to support Europe’s first temperate rainforest research station in Cornwall

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  Almost a fifth of the British Isles was once covered in temperate rainforest — now, less than 1% remains. In a major effort to reverse this decline, the Thousand Year Trust is raising funds to create Europe’s first temperate rainforest research station, right here in Cornwall.

• Surf comp called off for a second time

  A major surf competition in Newquay has been cancelled for a second time due to a poor surf forecast.

• CCTV Reviewed after fire damage at Newquay play park

  CCTV footage is being reviewed after a "significant amount of vandalism" at a Newquay play park.

• Run to the Sun 2025 cancelled

  Organisers of next month's Run to the Sun event have announced that it will no longer go ahead, citing rising costs and a cautious audience impacting ticket sales.

• Cornwall Air Ambulance ‘Heli 2’ appeal just £11k from target

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  The head of Cornwall Air Ambulance has thanked the people of Newquay and beyond for backing the charity’s campaign to bring a second helicopter to Cornwall.

• Charity urges people to 'Get on Board' with its latest fundraiser

  A Newquay-based children’s mental health charity is calling on people across the UK to take part in the Get On Board national fundraiser.

• Police arrest 65 people in domestic abuse crackdown

  Devon and Cornwall Police has arrested 65 people on suspicion of domestic abuse offences as part of a dedicated day of action.

• Newquay AFC secure historic promotion with 5-0 Victory in front of record crowd

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  Up the Mints: Newquay AFC has made history, securing promotion to the Western Football League after a thrilling 5-0 victory over Wendron United at Mount Wise Stadium on Thursday night.

• Newquay AFC prepare for promotion clash at Mount Wise

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  Newquay AFC are preparing for what could be a defining moment in the club's recent history, as they face Wendron United in a fixture that could seal promotion to the Western Football League.

• Firefighters tackle blaze at Newquay fish and chip shop

  Firefighters were called to deal with a fire at a fish and chip shop in Newquay this afternoon (Tuesday 15 April)

• Vandals cause major damage to railway station toilets

  Two public toilets at Newquay Railway Station have been closed after vandals kicked a large hole between the cubicles.

• Newquay's main Post Office to be sold off

  The Post Office has announced plans to move to a fully franchised network with Newquay's East Street branch outsourced later this year.

• Police tackle "growing problem" of wildlife disturbance along the coast

  Devon and Cornwall Police have launched a campaign aimed at tackling and reducing incidents of wildlife disturbance. Campaigners warn the increasing popularity of coastal visits means it's a growing problem.

• Fish and Chip shop owners call for VAT reform after temporary closure

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  The owners of a popular fish and chip shop are calling for urgent reform to the VAT system, after being forced to temporarily close their business to avoid exceeding the VAT threshold.

• Boost for wetsuit recycling scheme as The Wave Project opens revamped shop

  The Wave Project’s Newquay shop has officially reopened following a major refurbishment aimed at expanding the charity’s Pre-loved Wetsuit Scheme.

• Concert featuring young Newquay talent to support next generation of musicians

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  A Newquay music studio is preparing for its annual Giveback Concert, which helps provide music equipment for young singers and musicians across the town.

• RNLI Lifeguards return to Newquay beaches for Easter

  A familiar sight returns to Newquay's coastline this weekend as RNLI lifeguards begin full-time patrols for the Easter school holidays.