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• MP meets Newquay sports clubs to discuss future of facilities

  Sports clubs in Newquay are set to work more closely with town and county authorities to align priorities for the planning and development of sporting facilities.

• Final Skybus flight from Newquay to Gatwick as subsidised route ends early

  The final Skybus flight between Newquay and London Gatwick is due to take off tonight, marking the end of the publicly subsidised service.

• Free interactive railway exhibition train to visit Newquay station

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  A travelling exhibition inside a train featuring interactive exhibits and historic artefacts is due to arrive in Newquay on Easter Monday.

• Surf statue takes shape on Newquay’s Killacourt

  The surfer element of a new statue celebrating Newquay’s surfing heritage has been lowered into position on the Killacourt.

• Candidates announced for Newquay by-election

  The candidates have been confirmed for a by-election to elect a new Cornwall councillor for Newquay Porth and Tretherras.

• Hotel Victoria in Newquay to reopen with new name

  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

  More than £3.2m is set to be invested in upgrading gas pipes across the Newquay area.

• 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

  A new purpose-built hedgehog wildlife hospital has opened near Newquay.

• 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

  Plans have been submitted to replace the existing clubhouse and lifeguard station at Crantock Surf Life Saving Club.

• 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.