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As the deadline looms for businesses to claim emergency coronavirus funding, Cornwall’s business community is calling on the Government to support those who are ineligible for grant support. Eligible businesses have until Friday, August 28, to apply for a business support grant. After that date, Cornwall Council will be required to return any...

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3. Virtual Special Town Council meeting Agenda August...

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As many students await their exam results tomorrow, here’s some helpful advice for parents on how to help their children with stress and anxiety around results day and what to do if they do not get the result they were hoping for....

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Before lighting up a BBQ on the beach this weekend, think about how you will dispose of it safely:  Please ensure it is cold and take it home or place it beside the general waste bin Never put a hot BBQ in a plastic bin Never bury a BBQ in the sand – this can...

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Cornwall Council is proposing new planning policies to help address the climate emergency. This will give more power and will help protect our environment by reducing carbon, and encouraging an eco-friendly approach to building, transport, land and energy production. Visit: www.cornwall.gov.uk/climatechangedpd CEDPD POSTER...

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Cornwall Council are delivering the 2020 Summer Reading Challenge online.  This is so they can make sure they continue to reach as many children and families as possible. The all-new digital Summer Reading Challenge with its Silly Squad theme launched earlier than usual. This was to keep children reading over the summer. While also supporting...

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Thank you to those keeping up social distancing and doing your bit to stop the spread of coronavirus. If you’re visiting Porthleven beach, town or any of our lovely beauty spots, be sure to… Try to stay 2 metres away from others Avoid crowded areas Wear face coverings in shops, enclosed spaces & on public...

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Cornwall Council are holding a live Facebook event at 7pm, where Cllr. Hannaford, Portfolio Holder for Climate Change and Neighbourhoods, will host a debate about how we can all help create ‘The Environment We Want’  ...

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Please wear a face covering while shopping. Under current Government guidelines, you must wear a face covering when shopping unless you have a good reason not to. The residents and shop keepers of Porthleven thank you for wearing a face covering Shopping poster...

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Lots of you will head to Porthleven and it’s beautiful coast this weekend, but social distancing is just as important now as it ever has been. We need everyone to stick to the rules, try to stay 2 metres apart from others, and help slow the spread of coronavirus Social Distancing...

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