NEWS

Inside St Austell: A town refusing to be defined by negativity

St Austell has been labelled everything from ‘deprived’ to downright dangerous by national media — but what’s really happening on the ground?

UK’s first flowering baobab tree blooms at Eden Project

In what’s believed to be a UK first, a baobab tree at the Eden Project has burst into bloom. The African ‘Tree of Life’ is now proudly displaying its rare white flowers, with hopes of producing superfruit.

Newquay Zoo’s lynx legacy continues with adorable new arrivals

Newquay Zoo is celebrating the birth of more Carpathian lynx kittens — the second litter from proud parents Kicsi and Onyx, marking a significant step in global conservation efforts.

Cornish gymnasts shine on national stage

Penryn Gymnastics Centre celebrate a decade of success with 25 of its young athletes qualifying for the first-ever NGA UK National Finals, securing six podium finishes and two national championships between them.

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines – Truro Classic Car Show returns for third year

Join Truro BID on Sunday, 6 July for a free city-centre takeover filled with vintage vehicles, motorcycles, live music, stalls, and a special celebrity appearance.

Gary Barlow brings hits, heart and humour to Eden Sessions

Gary Barlow lit up the Eden Project with a night of feel-good anthems, heartfelt ballads, and charming banter. From birthday singalongs and iconic dance moves, Barlow proved once again why he’s one of the UK’s most loved performers.

KT Tunstall and Texas open 2025 Eden Sessions in style

🎧 Prefer to listen to a story? We’ve got you… listen here! Or on our player down below👇🏼 The rain held off over the iconic biomes of the...

…Baby One More Time (Your New Favourite Musical Is In Town)

Opening night and I must confess, I've been waiting a long time for this one. Full disclosure. I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing &Juliet...

Residents demand action over Carlyon Bay beach disorder

Residents in Carlyon Bay have voiced growing concerns over antisocial behaviour at Crinnis beach, as a meeting takes place between local councillors, police, and community safety representatives.

Dance, discover and do your bit for the planet at Camborne Green Fest 2025

Camborne’s award-winning Recreation Ground comes alive on Saturday 7th June for Green Fest 2025 — a free family celebration of music, community, and climate action.

Gallery: Scouting for Girls, Ibiza Orchestra, and more light up Carlyon Bay

Tunes on the Shore brought a Bank Holiday buzz to Carlyon Bay, with crowds dancing to Scouting for Girls, Ibiza Orchestra Symphonica and country tribute favourites.

St Austell Brewery invites new publican to take over historic Polgooth Inn

St Austell Brewery seeks a passionate new publican to take the reins of the iconic Polgooth Inn, a historic 16th-century pub in the heart of Cornwall’s Pentewan Valley.

St Austell student takes third place at National Pastry competition

Two talented Cornwall College students, from campuses in St Austell and Camborne, achieve national recognition at the Chefs’ Forum Student Pastry Chef of the Year 2025.

Sunshine Café grows to meet community needs

Truro’s Sunshine Café is growing to meet the needs of its community, now operating three days a week across the Moresk and Malabar Centres, offering a warm welcome and essential lifeline to local residents.

Stunning new photo exhibition celebrates the wildlife of The Lost Gardens of Heligan

The Lost Gardens of Heligan unveil new outdoor photo exhibition, “200 Acres,” by resident wildlife photographer Andy Wilson, capturing intimate and rare glimpses of Heligan’s hidden inhabitants.

Step up for the Gribbin 10k and step in for local families

The Gribbin 10k returns on 28th May, offering runners a stunning but tough coastal route near Menabilly. Proceeds support St Austell Foodbank, helping local families.

Line up announced for 2025 St Austell Festival of Children’s Literature

The St Austell Festival of Children’s Literature returns for its third year on 13–14 June, featuring star authors, poets, and illustrators.

New era for St Austell as college breaks ground on major redevelopment

St Austell marked the start of a major educational transformation as Cornwall College broke ground on a multi-million-pound redevelopment.

CHAOS crew help celebrate second birthday of ‘pawsitive’ pet foodbank

The CHAOS Crew joined Creature Feature presenters Stephan Bolton and Nicola Congdon to celebrate the second birthday of Pawsitive Pets Foodbank, helping tackle pet poverty across Cornwall.

Geek Expo 2025: Cornwall’s ultimate geek culture event comes to Stithians Showground

Cornwall’s first-ever Geek Expo blasts into Stithians Showground this June, promising a weekend packed with cosplay, sci-fi, fantasy, gaming, Viking battles, live music, and geeky fun for all ages.

Gallery – Truro City 0 Torquay United 1

Truro City were edged out 1-0 by Torquay United on Good Friday in front of a record 3,306 fans. Despite the loss, the Tinners remain in the National League South title race. Check out the matchday gallery by CHAOS Digital / Joe Allen.

Cornwall’s community health workers cut A&E visits in groundbreaking NHS initiative

Discover how Cornwall’s innovative Community Health and Wellbeing Worker initiative is improving lives, reducing A&E admissions, and becoming a national model for tackling health inequalities through local, personalised care.

March in March raises funds for Jozef’s Dream and Children’s Hospice South West

In memory of 12-year-old Jozef Stasiak, a team of six walkers, travelling from Lappa Valley to Little Harbour, raise £1,693.28 for Jozef’s Dream CIC and Children’s Hospice South West.

Cornwall Dachshund Walkers celebrate Mother’s Day with RSPCA fundraiser

A sunny Cornish afternoon saw Dachshunds and their humans gather for the Cornwall Dachshund Walkers’ latest monthly meet-up, raising funds for the RSPCA and spreading joy, one little bark at a time.