About Truro

Truro is the only city in Cornwall and is the administrative center for the county. Situated roughly nine miles inland from the South coast, it initially grew in size and population as a market city and port with vessels choosing the River Truro as an inland alternative to coastal ports due to its sheltered position offering protection from the elements. The city boomed during the tin mining era but in modern times is primarily a major tourist and shopping attraction and administration centre.

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Mounts Bay signal intent to fold
Cornish rugby club Mounts Bay announce they are intending to fold after efforts to secure their financial future failed.

Cliff death sparks safety warning
The death of a Berkshire student who fell from a cliff in Newquay sparks a row over the safety of young revellers in the town.

How 'coast of dreams' turned sour
BBC News reports on the row over safety which has emerged over the deaths of two teenagers in cliff falls in Newquay.

ShelterBox man's honour
The founder of an aid box charity is presented with an award for his contribution to the county, the Trelawny Plate.

Inquest opened after swim death
An inquest into the death of 21-year-old man who was swimming in the sea off Cornwall is opened and adjourned.

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