There have been several recent announcements that are worth repeating As we approach the warmer summer months, it’s a time to reflect on some of the good news there has been over recent months. As hard as it is sometimes to break through the social media and broadcast media bubbles, there have been several recent announcements that are worth repeating. Having been promised for 10 years a new Women and Children’s Unit at Treliske hospital, we can now finally say that it is going ahead in the first wave of the Hospital Buildings Programme, bringing jobs to the area and, perhaps more importantly, brand new dedicated facilities for service users across Cornwall. Another major job-creating announcement was the £57.4-million investment into South Crofty tin mine. The investment, which will see tin mining coming back to Cornwall for the first time this century, also demonstrates the Government’s view that this is a significantly strategic project backed, as it was, by £28-million from the National Wealth Fund and a 28 per cent stake in the mine itself. People sometimes question who owns the mine – well, 28 per cent of it we do! In education, the Labour government’s unremitting focus on the importance of early years was backed by the announcement of funding for school-based nurseries in areas of highest deprivation. Treleigh School, in Redruth, is in the first wave of 750 schools that will receive extra funding, putting up to £7,500 back into the pockets of parents from September. Another reason to feel more positive is the continual reduction in NHS waiting lists for the sixth month in a row. We have suffered for so long with some of the highest ambulance waiting times in the country and the government’s focus on putting £22-billion back into the NHS is starting to see tangible benefits, not just for us here in Cornwall but throughout the UK. Here in Cornwall, we have seen a drop of almost 2000 in the waiting lists between July 2024 and January 2025. That includes 728 fewer patients also having to wait more than 18 weeks. We’ve also acted to reduce waste and duplication in the NHS by announcing the scrapping of NHS England. This will mean more funds available to frontline NHS services. All of this would be put at risk by those that want to move the NHS to an insurance-based privatised system. We have also seen increased funding going into Devon and Cornwall Police to ensure more frontline policing will be visible on our streets and £47.3-million in Shared Prosperity Funding for Cornwall in 2025/26 will see projects right across the Duchy benefiting, including in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Nationally, inflation has come down and for homeowners, so have mortgage rates. We still have much to do locally around GP and dentistry access, as well as sewage pollution in our rivers and seas, and the SEND provision that has been lacking for so long. But I will continue to push to improve these services and to bring more jobs, prosperity, health and happiness to our corner of the world. Comments Tel: 01566 778213[email protected]Follow us Further Links Owned or licensed to Tindle Newspapers Ltd | Independent Family-Owned Newspapers | Copyright & Trade Mark Notice & 2013 - 2025 The Buttermarket’s rich history dates back to the 1890s when it was originally built as part of a range of civic improvements to Redruth after the decreasing demand in livestock markets and the closure of South Crofty mine in 1996 Redruth Revival CIC took the first step to preserve the heritage by acquiring the majority of the vacant Buttermarket site and later purchased the adjoining Purser’s Office in 2021 The entire site lies within the Redruth Conservation Area and the wider Devon and Cornwall Mining World Heritage Site Our National Lottery Heritage Enterprise grant has helped to revitalise the building complex creating a mix of new entry-level workspaces providing a significant boost to the local economy in a deprived area Community-focused initiatives with plans to work with a range of schools youth groups and a programme of festivals and events will aim to attract wider audiences Heritage Development Trust Project Manager at Redruth Revival said: “Our goal is to contribute to the development of a strong sustainable and socially inclusive economy in Redruth that will benefit our communities and our businesses.” To find out more, visit Redruth Revival’s website.  If you query is regarding our application portal, please contact our support team We urge you to read our privacy policy which gives you more control over your information and clearly explains how we use it © Trustees of the National Heritage Memorial Fund “The NHS was broken but it was not beaten. It can be rebuilt again” Since being elected with a mandate for change, the Labour government has taken big strides to fix our broken NHS. Reform’s plans to privatise the NHS would not only make healthcare in this country unattainable for large swathes of the population, it would also be a betrayal of the very soul of the NHS, by no longer being a truly national service that is there for everyone who needs it. Labour’s changes have not only created additional jobs and delivered better taxpayer value of money, but we have also now seen waiting times come down five months in a row now. We have only just begun to turn round the NHS and have a long way to go. Although I’m delighted that Treliske will be in the first wave of hospitals to be developed, I know that people locally are still struggling to see GPS, dentists and get hospital appointments. I’m under no illusions about the challenges ahead. Bear with us. We will continue to knuckle down and bring in the changes needed to lift the NHS off its knees. We have made a start but 14 years of neglect doesn’t get washed away in nine months. As the people of Camborne, Redruth and Hayle go to the polls next week, for those of us that value it so dearly, beware endorsing the privatisation of our brilliant NHS by giving your vote to Reform. Tel: 01566 778213[email protected]Follow us For best viewing experience of this website Please enter a place name in the search bar After provisionally the warmest May Day on record in the UK higher than average temperatures will subside over the weekend Environment Agency Updated: 10:52 (UTC+1) on Tue 6 May 2025 Fine and settled under the influence of high pressure A chilly start but with plenty of clear skies bringing long spells of sunshine Cloud thickening from the west later in the afternoon but remaining dry for all with light winds Evening cloud gradually clears away leaving a dry night with clear spells Wednesday brings a mixture of sunny spells and cloudy skies A few spots of rain may be felt in the far southwest Widely dry and settled with high pressure dominating this week Dry across the vast majority of the UK with clear or sunny spells but also some patchy cloud Cloud will likely thicken across the far north and northwest during the weekend with some outbreaks of rain for a time There is also a small risk of some heavy showers in the far south or southwest high pressure will be dominant across the UK This will bring predominantly fine and dry weather for the majority of places Temperatures are likely to be slightly above normal for the time of year although there is a chance of some cold nights Fairly typical weather for the time of year is most likely through this period fine and dry weather is more likely to dominate although this will be interspersed with occasional spells of rain and showers with a risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms in places temperatures will most likely be near to or slightly above average The Duchy led 17-0 at the break before Devon fought back ROARED on by a big Easter holiday crowd, Cornwall wrestled the Tamar Cup back from Devon in a pulsating encounter. Cornwall were far from perfect but given the limited time the squad have had together they found a way to win. Prior to kick-off there was a minute’s silence impeccably observed to remember former county player Terry Barnes also former Devon secretary and past president Treve Mitchell, who hailed from Camborne. Devon kicked off playing down the slope, the visitors enjoyed early territory and possession but the Cornish defence held firm. Scrum-half Liam Jolly made a good break into the Devon half but his kick forward came to nothing. Props Dec Prowse and Mitch Hawken drove into the Devon 22 before Matt Shepherd launched his backs, good hands from Ben Plummer and Cam Fogden put wing Ryan Cruickshanks in at scoreboard corner, Shepherd adding a fine conversion for a 7-0 lead. The St Austell pair of Archie Bees and Dan Tyrrell were full of running along with the influential Fogden in midfield as Cornwall started to hit their strides and show their mettle. A quickly taken tap by Jolly five meters out led to Cornwall’s second try as quick ball out to Shepherd saw him release fellow Saint Ben Plummer to bulldoze through the Devon defence and dot down. Cornwall maintained their pressure and just before half-time a fine run and kick ahead by Tyrrell led to Cornwall’s third try, the winger kicked the ball forward with Bude’s Ben Hancock winning the race for the touchdown and a 17-0 half-time for the Black and Gold. Cornwall began the second half at pace and were unlucky not to get an early score. They did add to their tally when replacement Jack Counter tore down the top touchline to score in Piggy Lane Corner. Chances came and went the clinical touch was just missing to polish off the opportunities that came. Both sides began to empty their benches with the game becoming a little disjointed, however it played into Devon’s hands as both their tries came from replacements. They pulled a first try back through Plymstock winger Corey Jamieson to give them some hope but they couldn’t add to their tally until the dying moments when Okehampton’s Leon Horn scored, both tries converted by Topsham full-back Declan Hadley. The final whistle saw huge cheers from the Cornish faithful with Cornwall skipper Shepherd receiving the Tamar Cup from CRFU President Andy Reed. With the National League season ending this coming Saturday, it remains to be seen which players will become available for Cornwall in the Bill Beaumont Cup and for the match against Exeter Chiefs XV next month. Tries: Cruickshanks, Plummer, Hancock, Counter; Convs: Shepherd; Pens: N/A. Tel: 01566 778213[email protected]Follow us They are among 167 lots in the third sale of 2025 by Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers. A multi-faceted building in Camborne - with a shop, three-bedroom flat and ‘substantial’ outbuilding with planning permission for two apartments – is heading to auction. The town centre property in Trelowarren Street has a freehold guide price of £155,000 plus. It is among 167 lots in the third sale of 2025 by Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers. Auctioneer David Henwood said: “This property is situated within the heart of Camborne and located on the town's main throughfare and principal trading street. “It offers a potential return on investment with letting of both the existing property as well as two apartments if built out from the planning permission. “The property comes to market due to retirement and represents a great opportunity. We expected keen interest from investors and smaller scale developers seeking to realise the potential of this lot.” The property is arranged as a ground floor shop with three bedroom flat. A substantial outbuilding to the rear has planning approval for the construction of two apartments. The property is in Cathebedron Road, Carnhell Green. David said: “Each component now requires a programme of improvement works. “Some may wish to consider development in the rear garden space or amalgamation of the cottage and additional dwelling to create a large family house. Any works would be subject to all necessary consents being obtainable.” Both properties are being auctioned in arrangement with MAP estate agents. The property measures about 0.05 hectares (0.12 acres), including a back garden, land to the side and off-road parking provision to the rear. The third auction of eight in 2025 by the firm, founded 36 years ago, concludes on May 1, with bidding live from 29 April. For more details, visit: www.cliveemson.co.uk [email protected]Further Links NEW banking hubs have been opened in Redruth and Hayle this week the organisation set up to protect access to cash across the UK has opened a temporary home for the banking hub in both Redruth located in Units 5 & 6 Market Way on Market Strand situated at the Passmore Edwards Institute on Hayle Terrace Customers of all major banks can visit any weekday between 9am-5pm to carry out regular cash transactions including cash withdrawals and deposits as well as checking balances or paying bills the hubs also offer a community banker service where customers can talk to their own bank in a private space on the day their bank is in the hub: The two new branches bring the total number of hubs in Cornwall to six Work is also progressing to open hubs in Bude said: “I’m happy to announce that we have opened the new banking hub in Redruth and Hayle giving local residents renewed access to cash and in-person banking services The hub is available for everyday banking transactions every day of the week and for more specific or complex enquiries a community banker will be on-site to assist on designated days.” said: “It’s been a long journey to bring a Banking Hub to Redruth so it’s very exciting that it’s now opened The services that will now be available to our residents like paying bills and discussing money matters with someone from their own bank will make a real difference to people’s lives and we’re really grateful to Cash Access UK for getting the Banking Hub open so quickly Thanks also to the Town Council officers for all their hard work in getting a Banking Hub facility secured.” To find out more about the banking hubs, contact: [email protected] [email protected]Further Links I was able to go to first team matches with my Dad, who for many years was the Redruth RFC doctor This week I want to talk about a particular interest of mine: rugby. And more specifically, rugby union. This is something that should worry all of us that love the game. I’m going to try and get the views of our own local clubs, before deciding if the issues are serious enough to be raised in Parliament. We cannot let the game that is so important across Camborne and Redruth be exposed to damaging changes that risk negatively impacting on these vital local community resources. [email protected]Further Links “The sooner we can reduce our reliance on the wholesale gas price, by producing our own homegrown renewable energy, the sooner we can start to bring those energy bills down” The last 15 years have been really tough on household finances. Some of the factors that have led to the squeeze on household finances have been global. The 2008 financial crash and the COVID pandemic being prime examples. But many of the factors that have made us poorer have been entirely self-inflicted: Brexit; the Liz Truss economic crash; potentially now Trump’s focus on tariffs. But a combination of these factors has meant higher inflation, higher interest rates and higher heating bills. Then there are local issues, like the lack of available housing in Cornwall, meaning tenants face exorbitant rents. And the failure to focus on this cost-of-living crisis by the previous Conservative government has led to a situation where the vast majority of lower and middle-income families are feeling the effects far more than wealthier households. That is why this government has launched a number of really quite redistributive policies. Here’s five, for example: introducing VAT on private schools; closing the ‘non-dom’ super-rich tax status; significantly increasing stamp duty on second homes; ensuring all sections of society pay inheritance tax, over a certain threshold; and introducing new taxes on the most expensive premium vehicles. What measures such as these have meant is that we can invest in our state schools, the National Health Service and transport infrastructure. But back to those household bills. By keeping a tight rein on public finances we’re able to keep inflation low (wages are now growing faster than inflation, which is a very important measure when it comes to the cost of living) and mortgage rates low. Heating bills are still exorbitant. That is because we are reliant on the global wholesale price of gas. The reason I keep banging on about renewable energy is because the sooner we can reduce our reliance on the wholesale gas price, by producing our own homegrown renewable energy, the sooner we can start to bring those energy bills down. It will take us a couple of years but we’ll get there. We have a series of programmes to focus on the 900,000 young people not in employment, education or training, and the ‘Right to Try’ programme will reassure those with disabilities that they can try work, without a risk to their benefits if they find they are unable to hold down the job. This Labour government is committed to ensuring that we deal with the cost-of-living crisis, as well as ensuring that those with the broadest shoulders bear the largest burden. Tel: 01566 778213[email protected]Follow us The Grotto will fling open its doors in time for Saturday’s Christmas light switch-on A North Pole winter woodland is coming to Redruth this week with the launch of Redruth Town Council’s free Christmas Grotto Designed and built by the team at the Town Council the Grotto will fling open its doors for the first time on Saturday November 30 and then again on December 7 and 14 (10am-3pm) The enchanting Grotto can be found at Redruth Community Centre on Foundry Row Children will be able to meet Father Christmas and his elves in a beautifully decorated setting and share their Christmas wishes Thanks to sponsorship from Skylite Associates and Relyon Services Ltd there will be a special present for each child to take away The Community Centre will also boast craft workshops Booking is not required for the Grotto and it will be free to attend All donations collected on each day will support the very worthwhile local charity Penhaligon’s Friends Redruth Town Council events & marketing manager said: “We are thrilled to announce the Christmas Grotto dates as the whole team have been working hard to make it a truly memorable and magical experience for children We are very grateful to all our volunteers who will be helping at the Grotto and of course Father Christmas who is keen to bring his reindeer to Redruth to meet all the towns children!” Redruth’s Christmas Grotto is part of the Redruth in Lights Festival which takes place on November 30 with a festive market the traditional illumination of the Christmas Lights and the Redruth Wassail Two more Festive Saturdays follow on December 7 and 14 with markets live music and entertainment throughout the town There will be free parking on all three dates with the support of Wales & West Utilities and Cornwall Council Redruth town mayor cllr Stephen Barnes said: “Redruth’s Christmas Grotto has become a well-loved tradition for families in the town as it really allows them to experience the joy and magic of the festive season Redruth is really going to sparkle this Christmas with all the great activities that will be happening.” For more information on Redruth’s Christmas lights switch-on event, visit here [email protected]Further Links Owned or licensed to Tindle Newspapers Ltd. | Independent Family-Owned Newspapers | Copyright & Trade Mark Notice & 2013 - 2025 An historic marketplace in Redruth has been transformed into a modern food hall, events and shopping hub, following a multi-million pound makeover. The Buttermarket project has been completed by Community Interest Company Redruth Revival following a two-year renovation costing £4 million. The kitchen lineup includes six new eateries all in the same courtyard space, including Penryn based Bango Kitchen. Jonathan Bray, General Manager of the Buttermarket Redruth said: “It’s great to see our kitchens settling into their new homes now the building work is complete. "The Buttermarket has been in the works for several years; initial fundraising to purchase the dilapidated courtyard began way back in 2017." The Buttermarket project has seen a vital cash injection into Redruth’s high street, restoring the Grade II listed, at risk properties found on Station Hill and Alma Place. Vicki Kent, Heritage Development Trust Project Manager at Redruth Revival, said: "Redruth Revival’s goal is to contribute to the development of a strong, sustainable, and socially inclusive economy in Redruth that will benefit our communities and our businesses. "The Buttermarket is the first property we have refurbished, and the hope is its success will generate profit which in turn can be used to save and re-purpose another of our town's historic buildings." The project was backed by funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Architectural Heritage Fund, Historic England and Cornwall Council through the High Street Heritage Action Zone programme. Jonathan Bray added: "This project is for the people of Redruth, organised by those passionate about the town and giving it a new lease of life - we can’t wait to re-establish the Buttermarket as the jewel in the crown of Redruth." Other food outlets at the site include Cowgirls, Little Ears, Cath’s Cornish Kitchen, The Jar, and Earth and Soul, along with Earle's Bar. Entry to The Buttermarket is free, and details on opening times and events will be announced on the project’s social media feeds and website. The Buttermarket can be accessed from a new entrance lobby on Alma Place, via a public walkway through the site on Station Hill, from the Fair Meadow car park or just off Fore Street via Market Way. Play Brightcove videoSome patients say they're "disgusted" by the sudden closure of Trewirgie dental practice NHS patients at a dentist in Redruth say they're "disgusted" after receiving a letter notifying them that their dental practice will close in just six weeks time Trewirgie dental practice wrote to its patients stating that "the practice will permanently close" on the 30 May 2025 citing "difficulties experienced in recruiting dentists to the area" and "increased running costs preventing the practice from operating sustainably" as its reasons It's come as a shock to many patients whose been attending the practice in the Trewirgie Road building since the 1960s Last summer she was treated for a gum abscess She now worries where she'll go for both regular check ups and if the abscess returns She told ITV West Country: "I had a referral to the oral surgery unit where I had an X-ray and I was told I have 50 per cent of bone left on one side of my jaw and worse case scenario would be that I have to have surgery I do really need to keep on top of all my dental hygiene and that would mean having regular check-ups NHS patients at Trewirgie dentist will now be searching to join a new practice But they'll be joining a waiting list of tens of thousands of people according to the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Dental Committee She said: "I've heard reports from patients who have been on that waiting list in Cornwall for eight to 10 years "Dentistry in Cornwall right now is really challenging but it's becoming more and more challenging particularly for practices trying to work within the NHS." She added that one of the biggest challenges in NHS dentistry is the funding they receive "We need a new contract that would work for dentists as well as patients To fund us appropriately so that we aren't losing money when we provide care for people," she said "Quite often I'll lose money on providing care for patients and it puts a huge amount of pressure on us to see a huge volume of people "So I'll see between 30 to 40 people a day to try and break even with the NHS work so I have to try and subside some of that loss with private dentistry and that's what more and more practices are finding now," she added said: “In common with many dental practices in Cornwall and across the UK we continue to face recruitment challenges due to an acute shortage of dentists unfortunately we have been forced to make the difficult decision to close our practice on Trewirgie Road in Redruth on 30 May "We are writing to all our patients to inform them of this and to provide advice on alternative places where they may be able to access dental care following our closure.” A Department of Health and Social Care spokesperson said: “This government inherited a NHS dental sector broken after years of neglect but we are getting on with fixing it through our Plan for Change “We’ve already begun the rollout of 700,000 extra urgent dental appointments and a ‘golden hello’ scheme is underway to recruit dentists to areas with most need – with hundreds of posts advertised “We will also reform the dental contract to make NHS work more appealing to dentists and we’ve announced a national supervised toothbrushing programme to prevent tooth decay in young children.” Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know Artist Marc Craig will reveal mural at Redruth’s St Piran’s Festival. MARC Craig’s Ark of Extinction aims to use striking murals and creative projects to galvanise local pride around critically endangered animals, fostering a global movement to protect our planet. Each mural will feature an animal identified as being at risk in the country where the artwork will be painted. Countries including Ireland, Wales, and the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, are all earmarked for their own murals to be painted by Marc. Marc said: I wanted to create a project that engages people on both local and global levels, so I came up with the idea to create a mural featuring an endangered species in every country and every state of the US. It is important to me that I involve all the community in the collaboration.’ Redruth’s mural is set to be a Red Squirrel, a species that was once widespread throughout the UK but has suffered due to the introduction of the invasive Grey Squirrel in 1876. The Red Squirrel has been extinct in Cornwall since 1984, with the closest wild Red Squirrels being located on Tresco, Isles of Scilly. The two-story mural will be painted on the Alcove wall of Market Strand, which is fast becoming a thoroughfare of activity linking the Buttermarket and Market Way retail outlets with the rest of the town. Redruth’s mayor Cllr Stephen Barnes said: “The Ark of Extinction is an amazing opportunity for Redruth to be a part of a global project. Thank you, Brandon Hire Station, for providing us with the essential equipment to help Marc bring his artwork to life. How excited people will be to see a 10-foot squirrel on the wall outside of Market Way. “With the success of projects like Krowji and the Buttermarket, Redruth is becoming the beating heart of contemporary Cornish Culture.’ The mural is set to be unveiled just after 10am on Saturday, March 1 at Redruth’s St Piran’s Festival. In addition to the mural, there will be a Red Squirrel Trail running throughout the town. The artworks for this will be created by a selection of local artists and schools, with disciplines from pottery, to fine art, to creations made from unrecyclable materials being showcased. Redruth’s St Piran’s Festival will also feature a Cornish-themed market, street food, and entertainment throughout the day. The traditional parade will start from Lemin’s Court at 11am and finish outside the Regal Cinema with the Trelawny Shout at midday. The Redruth Civic Centre is hosting a new exhibition called Rise Up which celebrates endangered languages throughout Europe and will focus on Cornish/Kernewek in Redruth. [email protected]Further Links Coach John Stevens and Head Coach Murray Westren have been mightily pleased with their charges this season and community spirit came together in Redruth this week as the latest Oddfellows Open House was hailed the best one yet the event saw a busy crowd of guests and members of the Friendly Society gather for a relaxed morning packed with conversation laughter and home-baked treats—all completely free of charge A hardworking team of volunteers kept everyone topped up with tea and coffee while a tempting table of sweet treats stole the show From Cornish hevva cake and chocolate biscuits to charming Easter chick cupcakes and a classic rich fruit cake Guests also put their general knowledge to the test with a fun tabletop quiz Winners got to enjoy a lucky dip of carefully wrapped prizes—adding an extra layer of excitement to the morning’s festivities The atmosphere was further brightened by the presence of international guests with friends from the Netherlands joining the event and adding to the warm and welcoming vibe The event was just one of many run by the Oddfellows a group with a mission to bring people together and help build new friendships A recent survey of members revealed the top three reasons people first got involved were: to spend more time with others and to enjoy more social time outside the home The Plymouth and Truro District of the Oddfellows hosts around five in-person events a month “We’re always happy to send out information so you can pick out what interests you welcoming group of people—some come on their own others with friends or partners—and there’s always a host on hand to greet you so all you need to do is turn up and enjoy yourself I’d also like to give a huge thank you to everyone who helped make today’s event such a success—from the cake bakers and tea pourers to the tidy-up crew and our special guests from the Netherlands as well as to who all came along.” the Oddfellows also runs around 70 free online events each month via Zoom—open to anyone looking to make new connections from the comfort of home The Plymouth and Truro District is one of 99 branches of the national Oddfellows network which is one of the oldest and largest of its kind in the UK As well as a full calendar of social events members can access benefits like care and welfare support To learn more, you can contact Pete at peter.english@oddfellows.co.uk You can also request a free local information pack or browse upcoming events at:👉 www.oddfellows.co.uk/activities and website in this browser for the next time I comment Follow CornishStuff on Facebook - Like our Facebook page to get the latest news in your feed and join in the discussions in the comments. Click here to give us a like! Follow us on Twitter - For the latest breaking news in Cornwall and the latest stories, click here to follow CornishStuff on X. Follow us on Instagram - We also put the latest news in our Instagram Stories. Click here to follow CornishStuff on Instagram Got A News Story Or Event To Share With Cornwall editor@cornishstuff.com Sign up for the latest daily news in Cornwall from us Privacy Policy – Cookie Policy CornishStuff is owned by and part of Check It Out Ltd © 2024 - 2025 Website Designed in Cornwall by Springer Marketing • All Rights Reserved The women, in her 20s, was confirmed deceased at an address in Four Lanes. A YOUNG woman has been found dead at an address near Redruth yesterday (Tuesday, March 11). Police were called to a house in Four Lanes on Tuesday afternoon following a concern for welfare. The women, in her 20s, was confirmed deceased at the scene. Her next of kin have been confirmed. A spokesperson for the Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Police were called at 2.20pm on March 11 to a property in Four Lanes, Redruth, following reports of concern for the welfare of a woman. “A woman in her 20s was sadly confirmed deceased at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed. “The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.” [email protected]Further Links Redruth is set for a lively celebration of St Piran’s Day on Saturday whose legacy has grown from a tin miners’ tradition to a county-wide festival of Cornish heritage and identity The main parade will set off at 11am from Lemins Court making its way through Redruth before heading down Fore Street and concluding outside the Regal Cinema attendees will gather around the stage to join in the Trelawny Shout at 12pm led by the Redruth Town Band and the Red River Singers bringing the community together for this annual tradition Festival-goers can take part in free activities and workshops throughout Redruth with plenty of opportunities to explore Cornwall’s culture A special exhibition will also take place as part of the festival Rise Up’s travelling exhibition will be hosted in the Langman Room at Redruth Civic Centre on Friday This exhibition focuses on minoritised languages and community-focused artists offering an opportunity to learn about diverse cultures and lived experiences through art and informative panels 1st March⏰ Times: 12pm – 3pm (Friday) & 10am – 3pm (Saturday)📌 Location: Langman Room Redruth’s St Piran’s Festival promises to be a fantastic celebration of Cornwall’s heritage Festivities begin from 10am in the town centre © 2024 - 2025 Website Designed in Cornwall by Springer Marketing • All Rights Reserved. Credit: PAA crash involving five cars on the A30 near Redruth in Cornwall has caused disruption to motorists The collision happened on Thursday 9 January prompting the closure of the westbound carriageway between the Avers Roundabout and the A3047 for Tolvaddon National Highways said emergency services are at the scene and there are delays of around half an hour National Highways issued a statement when the road was initially shut which reads: "Following a multiple vehicle collision the A30 in Cornwall is closed westbound between the A3047 junctions Avers to Tolvaddon "All emergency services are working at the scene with recovery agents and specialist contractors en route to assist "There are delays of 30 minutes." This hotly anticipated show did not disappoint O-Region's latest production has had a lot of advance publicity, much of it national, which along with a solid local reputation has put a lot of bums on seats at Redruth’s Regal Theatre. Expectations were high for this sell-out show in Cornwall’s West End, and rightly so. White Horse is based on a short story by peerless children’s author Michael Morpurgo; was adapted and directed by Simon Harvey, whose production of Price & Prejudice (Sort Of) won the Best Comedy award at the Oliviers; and stars some of Cornwall’s top acting talent, including Mary Woodvine (Bait, Enys Men), Edward Rowe (Kernow King, Bait) and Chloe Endean (Long Way Back). Add puppetry reminiscent of War Horse and original live music by the musicians behind People’s String Foundation, and that’s a lot of promise packed into a couple of hours. The story: teenager Annie Veluna has been sent against her will to spend the summer with her estranged father on the family farm in remote, weather-beaten Zennor. There’s nothing to do, no one to do it with and – worst of all – there's no phone signal. Her father, Arthur, is preoccupied with saving the farm from ruin in the hope of handing it down to city girl Annie, who has no interest in it – or so she thinks. Through myth and legend, the power of an open heart and the magic of the sea, Annie discovers Zennor has has more to offer her – and she to it – than she could ever have realised. The source material has been updated to resonate with 21st century values: Chloe Endean, as Annie, is somewhat preoccupied with the lack of online connection to the outside world, which will be identifiable to any teenager (and a few older folk too). As well as taking on numerous roles (including a superbly patronising bank adviser), Rachel Leonard shines as chief puppeteer, bringing to luminous life an injured chough, a lively sheepdog, a little boy and the titular white equine. As Sam Trelochie, Edward Rowe is a comic foil with a complex past. His scene-changing musical numbers were especially popular – Daughter even spotted a nod to Taylor Swift, suggesting there really was something for everyone here. Mary Woodvine was suitably dark as mysterious, misunderstood loner Marney, while Darcy Vanhinsberg switched effortlessly between world-weary Arthur and the charismatic Spanish ancestor who washed up on the cast of Cornwall, married the woman who saved him and worked the land. A clever use of film, projected against the background scenery, enabled the communication of a long train journey (“fields... more fields...” and the sheer drama of the sea at its wildest. The music was sublime, led by Ben Sutcliffe and Zaid Al Rikabi and involving the entire in four-part harmony interludes to great effect throughout the production. As a whole, the show was simply spellbinding - we were transfixed from start to finish. It continues until Saturday, but word is out, so make sure you book those few remaining seats very soon at www.hallforcornwall.co.uk/whats-on/white-horse/ [email protected]Further Links A woman from Redruth who lost her beloved husband to a brain tumour has dedicated a day of research in his memory during March after almost £4,000 was raised to help find a cure for the devastating disease Liz Smith, 49, from Redruth was inspired to support the charity Brain Tumour Research after losing her first husband Luke Smith, aged 47, in September 2019. On Thursday, March 6, Liz, along with her new husband Tony O’Rourke and Luke’s mother Sue Smith, was invited to the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at The University of Plymouth to find out how the fundraising in Luke’s memory is helping support scientists working to improve the diagnosis and treatment of children and adults with brain tumours. The team at the University of Plymouth are focusing particularly on research into low-grade brain tumours, which often go on to develop into high-grade brain tumours with much poorer prognoses for patients. The Centre, one of Europe’s leading research institutes for low-grade brain tumours, is proactively working with national and international groups to swiftly translate their research into clinical benefit for patients. Luke was a stills photographer and camera technician in the film industry, producing “amazing and beautiful photography”. Just prior to his diagnosis he had recently returned to Cornwall to work at the School of Television and Film at Falmouth University. Liz said: “Luke was diagnosed with a glioblastoma brain tumour in 2016 after suffering with strange symptoms including smelling things that weren’t there and having words pop into his head that he couldn’t make sense of. He would ask me if they were from a film, a book or a song. I also noticed a change in his personality – he became aloof, distant, withdrawn and even angry.” When Luke managed to get his GP to take his symptoms seriously, he was sent for an MRI. The couple met with the GP and were given the news that Luke had a brain tumour which did not look good. He underwent a craniotomy in September 2016 at Derriford Hospital which removed everything the surgeons could see, but Luke was told the tumour would come back. He also had radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatment and was very well during that time, possibly helped by a variety of complementary therapies, including the ketogenic diet, medicinal cannabis and mistletoe therapy. Luke also privately took a cocktail of repurposed drugs which he initially sourced through the Royal Marsden Hospital. Apart from seizures, which were sometimes tonic-clonic, needing paramedics and even admission to hospital, Luke was quite healthy for around a year and managed to get back to work. However, in September 2018, the tumour came back. Liz, who now, along with husband Tony who lost his first wife to cancer, supports people in the community suffering with grief, added: “Luke started to lose all his faculties and it felt like I lost my husband long before he died. It took him forever to die. Brain tumours are a horrible disease which I wouldn’t wish on anybody. “He’d always said he never wanted to be a body in a bed, but sadly Luke was so ill he was bedbound for the last few months of his life.” Luke’s university friend, Hannah Jordan from West Horsley in Surrey, who has become a close friend of Liz’s, decided to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research to sponsor a day of research in his memory. She was down to run the Hampton Court Palace Half Marathon in March 2020, but as it was cancelled, Hannah ran the distance anyway around her local area. Until recently, Liz ran the Wooden Box café with Tony, where she held a Wear A Hat Day event for Brain Tumour Research. Hannah said: “The Government doesn’t give enough money to research brain tumours and it doesn’t recognise the terrible impact they have on families. It’s some comfort to think that the donations made in Luke’s memory are helping to make a difference for people diagnosed with brain tumours in the future.” Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, more women under 35 than breast cancer and more men under 70 than prostate cancer. Luke’s family was given the opportunity to tour the labs at the University of Plymouth, led by director Professor Oliver Hanemann, chair of clinical neurobiology at the university, and spoke to scientists about their work to find a cure. They also placed a tile dedicated to Luke on the Wall of Hope at the Centre, representative of the £2,740 it costs to sponsor each day of research. Liz said: “Sadly, it’s too late for Luke, but I hope the money raised in his memory is life-changing and brings the day closer when a cure is found and families don’t have to go through what we have.” Louise Aubrey, community development manager for Brain Tumour Research, said: “We’re really grateful to Luke’s family and friends for their support and generosity. We hope that their visit to our Centre of Excellence at Plymouth offered a useful insight into all we’re doing to improve treatment options for patients and, ultimately, find a cure. “Just under 13 per cent of those diagnosed with a brain tumour survive beyond five years compared with an average of 54% across all cancers, yet just 1 per cent of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease since records began in 2002. This has to change.” Brain Tumour Research funds sustainable research at dedicated centres in the UK. It also campaigns for the Government and larger cancer charities to invest more in research into brain tumours in order to speed up new treatments for patients and, ultimately, to find a cure. The charity is the driving force behind the call for a national annual spend of £35 million in order to improve survival rates and patient outcomes in line with other cancers such as breast cancer and leukaemia. To find out more about sponsoring a day of research, go to www.braintumourresearch.org/fundraise/sponsor-a-day. [email protected]Further Links The £4-million project is the vision of Redruth Revival Community Interest Company. The Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall, Colonel Sir Edward Bolitho, has officially launched The Buttermarket in Redruth, an innovative transformation of Grade II listed buildings into the West Country’s first European-style food court, work and retail space. The £4-million project is the vision of Redruth Revival Community Interest Company, led by six local volunteer directors whose aim is to ‘breathe new life into Redruth town centre’. The Buttermarket, which began trading in November, has already become a magnet destination for all ages, not just from the Redruth area but from across Cornwall. The Lord Lieutenant said: “I am really delighted to be here at the start of the next stage in Redruth’s revival. It was at the centre of Cornish life and prosperity for so long, so it is great to see new ideas and initiatives coming to the town and to see the enthusiasm of everyone concerned. “Many thanks to all involved in this development for their hard work and determination, to the tenants who will bring life and prosperity to the place, and to everyone in the local area who has supported the project and I hope will benefit from it.” Redruth Revival CIC Chair, Judy Davidson MBE, thanked the funders, all the volunteers and talented professionals involved, including Thread Architects, and Jewell Construction, who have helped make the Board’s vision a reality. Mrs Davidson, a former mayor of Redruth, has worked on the project for 10 years with fellow directors Jan Driver, Paul Harris, Aaron Pascoe, Tamsin Spargo and Ross Williams. Stephen Boyce, a regional committee member of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, added: “Redruth Revival CIC has done a fantastic job, not only saving these important historic buildings from decay and potential loss, but ensuring that they can play a vital part in Redruth’s social and economic future. “This is precisely what the Heritage Enterprise scheme, from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, was designed to do and I’m delighted that Redruth Revival has been able to put National Lottery players’ money to such positive use.” The lunchtime launch, with food provided by Bango Kitchen, one of the six food providers in the new venue, was also attended by representatives of the Architectural Heritage Fund, Historic England, and Cornwall Council, who have all supported the project. The funders were given a guided tour of the cluster of historic buildings now transformed into gallery, retail and workspaces, as well as the innovative kitchens and a bar with indoor and courtyard seating and event space. In the evening 150 guests were welcomed to The Buttermarket to sample the kitchens’ global food offer and enjoyed entertainment from local musicians Hedluv & Passman before dancing under the building’s eye-catching mirror ball to celebrate Cornwall’s newest venue. The Buttermarket offers foods from across the world in independent kitchens, allowing visitors with different tastes to dine together in a historic courtyard setting just yards from Redruth’s independent shops. Earles Bar, named after a business once on this site, provides Cornish craft beers and selected wines. Jonathan Bray, general manager of The Buttermarket, said: “To see this iconic building come alive again is nothing short of joyous. We’re committed to delivering experiences and events on a regular basis as The Buttermarket becomes the new beating heart of Redruth and a major attraction in Cornwall.” Events for all ages are already underway and the spacious courtyard promises to be an ideal summer venue. The Buttermarket is located off Station Hill and Alma Place, close to the railway station and bus stops. Redruth Revival CIC has also bought the adjacent Fairmeadow car park, where daytime parking costs have been reduced and evening parking is free. All profits from Redruth CIC properties are re-invested in regeneration projects in Redruth. Redruth Revival CIC, which is Cornwall’s only Heritage Development Trust, is currently scoping new projects to continue the transformation of the town into what’s been called ‘Cornwall’s coolest comeback.’ [email protected]Further Links