Good News 
Northumberland nurse finalist in UK Hair and Beauty Awards
A Northumberland nurse, Natalie Stempniak, has been named a finalist in the UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026 for Education Excellence. She ow…
Helston's Flora Day sees record number of dancers
The town of Helston came alive with colour and music as it celebrated Flora Day, a centuries-old tradition that brings the community togeth…
Cornwall adventure park ranked among best attractions globally
Camel Creek Family Adventure Park in Cornwall has been ranked 16th in the world and 9th in Europe in TripAdvisor's Travellers' Choice Award…
Cornwall restaurants and chefs win big at Trencherman's Awards
The best restaurants, chefs and teams in the South West have been announced, with many winners from Cornwall. The Trencherman's Awards, hel…
Freight Island to open in Newcastle with food, football, and entertainment
Freight Island is set to open in Newcastle on June 11, bringing a rooftop space with food, drink, and entertainment options. The venue will…
New cafe opens in Dover's Clock Tower Square
A family has launched a new cafe in Dover, replacing one that closed last autumn. The Salty Dog Harbour Café, run by Bill and Rosalind Thor…
Prince William meets Southport attack survivor Leanne Lucas at Buckingham Palace
Prince William met Leanne Lucas, a survivor of the Southport attack, at a garden party at Buckingham Palace. He praised her bravery and she…
Record breeding success for hazel dormice at wildlife sanctuary
A wildlife sanctuary in Kent has had its most successful breeding season for hazel dormice, with 29 young born and set to be released into …
Daughter diagnosed with brain tumour now thriving nine years on
A mum from Hawkhurst is sharing her daughter's story of overcoming a brain tumour diagnosis at just five years old. Olivia Legg, now 23, wa…
Bootle college rated top in region for student achievement
Hugh Baird College in Bootle has been ranked as the best in Liverpool City Region for student achievement, with 89.5% of learners achieving…
Brothers catch exceptionally large lobster off Cornwall coast
Two brothers, Billy and Fin Craske, went spear fishing off the north coast of Cornwall and caught an enormous lobster, estimated to be 60 y…
Kent hospital upgrades heart care facilities with £3.9m lab
The William Harvey hospital in Ashford is getting a £3.9m upgrade to its heart care facilities, including a new cardiac catheter laboratory…