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• Reform UK retains Newquay council seat in by-election

  Reform UK has held the Newquay Porth and Tretherras division in a by-election, following weeks of campaigning by candidates across the area.

• New date set for English National Surfing Championships youth event after cancellation

  Surfing England has announced a new date for its 2026 English National Surfing Championships Under-16 and Under-18 shortboard event after this weekend’s competition was cancelled.

• Former Treviglas headteacher and choir figure Rob Spowart dies aged 78

  Tributes are being paid to a former Newquay headteacher and prominent figure in the town’s musical and community life, who has died aged 78.

• New facilities officially opened at Treviglas Academy in Newquay

  New facilities at Treviglas Academy in Newquay have been officially opened during a ribbon cutting ceremony.

• Seasonal parking charges to change at South Fistral car park in Newquay

  Seasonal parking charges are set to change at South Fistral car park in Newquay

• Planning permission granted for Newquay community garden project

  Planning permission has been granted to transform a community space in Newquay into a more welcoming and accessible area.

• Rob Spowart - a tribute by Jim Christophers

  Tributes are being paid to a former Newquay headteacher and prominent figure in the town’s musical and community life, who has died aged 78.

• Candidates invited to share views ahead of Cornwall Council by-election

  As the countdown continues to the Cornwall Council by-election on Thursday 23 April, Radio Newquay has been speaking with candidates standing in the Newquay Porth and Tretherras Division.

• Cornwall Council votes to pause weed spraying plans after concerns raised

  Cornwall councillors have voted to pause and reconsider proposals to resume the use of glyphosate for weed control across the Duchy.

• Gas leak forces closure of Newquay road

  Trenance Road in Newquay has been closed after a gas leak was discovered beneath the road.

• Newquay Town Council criticises Cornwall Council in letter to cabinet over weed treatment

  Newquay Town Council has criticised Cornwall Council over the timeframe given to town and parish councils to respond to proposals to reintroduce glyphosate for weed control.

• Crantock Street Community Garden seeks new contractor after delay

  Work on a community project in Newquay has been delayed after the contractor appointed to redevelop it withdrew due to ill health.

• Newquay BID launches new street art trail and doorway mural project

  A new street art initiative in Newquay has seen more than 20 painted doorways created across the town, as part of a wider effort to expand its growing mural trail.

• Newquay AFC secure sixth place finish in Western League

  Newquay AFC have secured a sixth-place finish in their first season in the Western League after a 2-0 victory over Shepton Mallet.

• Newquay residents honoured in Cornwall’s 60 Over 60 awards

  Newquay residents are among those aged over 60 who have been honoured at a special ceremony held at County Hall in Truro.

• Newquay councillors to challenge plans to reintroduce glyphosate spraying

  Newquay town councillors have voted to write to Cornwall Council over plans to reintroduce glyphosate weed spraying across the county.

• Historic Spitfire thrills crowds in Cornwall during 90th anniversary tour

  A historic RAF Spitfire has touched down in Cornwall as part of a nationwide tour marking 90 years since the aircraft’s first flight.

• Almost 96% of Cornwall children secure preferred primary school place

  Almost 96% of children in Cornwall have been offered a place at their preferred primary school for September.

• Gas works to impact several Newquay roads

  Gas pipe upgrade work has begun in several roads around Newquay Zoo. Wales & West Utilities says the scheme is aimed at ensuring gas continues to flow safely and reliably to homes and businesses.

• Newquay AFC Ladies progress in Mason King Cup after high-scoring win

  Newquay AFC Ladies are through to the next round of the Mason King Cup after beating Dropship FC at Godolphin Football Ground on Tuesday evening.

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