Dentist Edward Mills of Truro Dental Care struck off for cheating NHS out of £4,000

January 24, 2013, 9:35 am

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A DENTIST has been struck off after a hearing was told he cheated the NHS out of £4,000.

A public hearing of the General Dental Council's (GDC) professional conduct committee was told Edward Mills made false claims to the NHS about treatment he had given to 43 different patients at Truro Dental Care, Lemon Street, Truro, between 2009 and 2011.

The committee found Mr Mills made a large number of dishonest claims to the NHS for remuneration. He claimed for posting out oral hygiene leaflets to patients, along with oral health "passports" and prescriptions for fluoride products.

It concluded he must have known that he was not entitled to make claims to the NHS for these activities, noting: "Mr Mills' dishonesty was not an isolated incident.

"He made a series of dishonest claims over a period of many months. Although the amount of money he gained was relatively small, that money was wrongly diverted from the public purse and was not used to provide NHS treatment to patients as it should have been, thus depriving patients of NHS dental care."

Mr Mills has the right to appeal the decision within 28 days.

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Warning issued as heavy rain sweeps into Cornwall

January 24, 2013, 10:03 am

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A severe weather warning has been issued for Cornwall with heavy rain due to sweep into the county.
The Met Office issued the warning as the Atlantic weather system moves in.
The Environment Agency also warned of possible floods in the area.
The Met Office weather warnings are in place for all of Cornwall on Friday and for most of the county with exception of the far west on Sunday.
Anthony Astbury, Met Office deputy chief forecaster, said: "Everyone is advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings and plan ahead if they are travelling during this change from icy to mild conditions."
Phil Rothwell, Environment Agency Flood Risk Manager, said: "A combination of rain and snowmelt over the weekend will increase the risk of flooding especially in South West England, Wales, the west Midlands and northern England. We are closely monitoring the situation and have teams ready to respond to any potential flooding."

A leading scientist's death in Camborne a 'tragic accident' a coroner ruled

January 25, 2013, 2:38 am

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AN EMINENT scientist and mother of two who died after breaking her neck in a fall at her father's home in Camborne was a "tragic accident," a coroner has ruled. Alison Campbell, 49, was enjoying a family holiday in Reskadinnick, with her two sons, Alexander 7, and James, 9, when the tragedy happened.

Her eldest son found her body lying in the fetal position at the bottom of the stairs on the morning of July 28 last year. Mrs Campbell's father, Peter, a retired solicitor, told Cornwall's deputy assistant coroner, Barrie Van Den Berg, that he had woken in the night after hearing a "high pitched yell and a bump."

He said: "I heard nothing further and went back to sleep. The following morning the eldest son came in and said there was something wrong with mummy." They covered her body with a blanket in an attempt to keep her warm. Paramedics arrived soon after but she was pronounced dead.

Mrs Campbell, an expert in immunology and asthma, worked for United Chemicals  of Belgium (UCB) in Brussels and lived in Switzerland. The court heard how she had been relaxing on the evening of July 27 and had drunk some wine. A postmortem revealed she had fractured her vertebrae and had a blood alcohol concentration of 149 mg in 100 ml. (Nearly one and half times over the drink drive limit).

St Austell sleep out cancelled

January 25, 2013, 3:03 am

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A PLANNED sleep out in St Austell tonight has been cancelled.

The sleep out had been due to take place at St Augustine's Church, Woodland Road to mark the start of Poverty and Homelessness Action Week (PHAW) 2013.

But its organisers, the Friends of St Austell Homeless (FOSTAH) and charity the St Petroc's Society, have decided to call off the event due to illness and other circumstances.

The event will be rescheduled for later in the year.

Truro widower takes his own life after losing friend's companship

January 25, 2013, 3:38 am

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A TRURO widower killed himself after losing the companionship of an elderly friend, an inquest heard.

 

Kenneth Rollason, 89, was found at home in Hendra Vean by his daughter, Susan James, on the morning of September 24 last year after he failed to answer her telephone calls.

 

She told the inquest in Truro her missed his late wife, Mary, was also having mini-strokes and had sciatica and a hernia and was finding it hard to cope.

 

Recording a verdict of suicide, deputy assistant coroner Barrie Van Den Berg, said: "I think we can rule out a cry for help and an accident. We can assume he did what he did deliberately."

 

Penryn brewery scoops top Cornwall LBA prize

January 25, 2013, 3:43 am

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A DYNAMIC new Cornish microbrewery scooped the top prize in a competition run by The Cornishman, West Briton and Cornish Guardian.

Rebel Brewing Company, based in Penryn, won a £10,000 advertising campaign, plus support from a mentor and a team of designers at Cornwall & Devon Media.

Lucy Roberson, founder of Guardian Equestrian in St Agnes and the inventor of a specialist horse blanket which has already achieved national recognition in the few months since its launch, picked up the second prize of £7,500 worth of advertising.

Joint third place went to The Cornish Surf Wax Company, from Perranporth; The Apple Tree Cafe near Land's End; and Aberfal Outdoor Pursuits in Falmouth, who will each be given £2,500 worth of advertising space in the three papers, as well as their website, www.thisiscornwall.co.uk.

The prizes for the Local Business Accelerators (LBA) competition were awarded at a presentation ceremony at Trelissick House in Feock, where each of the businesses were given a specialist mentor to help grow their business.

Four other shortlisted firms – Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens near Penzance, Fal Oyster Company at Mylor, Tall Ships Creamery ice cream sellers at Charlestown and Lafafa in Penzance – were given £1,000 each to spend on advertising as a runners-up prize.

Robe Lowe, managing director of Rebel, said he was delighted with the award.

"It is amazing because it is just going to launch my business at a critical point in our development," he said.

"Having this is the difference between getting there eventually and putting us out there immediately and showing the whole of Cornwall who we are and what we do.

"Even the smallest mention in the West Briton is massive for a business."

Miss Roberson, 25, who makes specialist winter horse rugs that stop horses from going through electric fences, sold her first product in October last year.

She said: "I am just so excited. It will be an amazing platform for us.

"As yet our advertising has been online but I want to reach the riders at home who read our local paper because that is what I have always done."

The team of mentors who will now look after each of the winning businesses include Kim Conchie, chief executive of Cornwall Chamber of Commerce; Simon Tregoning, managing director of Classic Cottages; Dave Meneer, director of Wolf Rock marketing; Neil Scott, BID manager at Totally Truro; Rachael Jones, founder of Fit 'N' Fun Kids and Leading Women UK; Mark Picken, managing director of marketing, PR and design agency MPad; Jean Mooney, from Truro and Penwith College; and Lucy Jones, owner of The Cornish Food Box Company and a winner of last year's LBA competition.

The Local Business Accelerators campaign is part of a nationwide initiative backed by Prime Minister David Cameron, Governor of the Bank of England Mervyn King and Dragon's Den star Deborah Meaden.

It was set up to highlight how local press advertising can work to drive growth for small and medium-sized businesses.

Work by artist Cyril Power, who painted Falmouth landscapes, expected to fetch £60,000 at auction

January 25, 2013, 3:45 am

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A picture of a speeding car produced by an artist known for his Falmouth and Helford River landscapes is expected to reach £60,000 at auction.

The artwork by Cyril Power was originally thought to be worth about £20, but turned out to be a classic print.

The American owner has left the work hanging on the wall of his garage for 25 years, unaware of its significance.

But Tony Wilson, head of automobilia at Bonhams spotted it at the Automobilia Exhibition in California spotted it.

It was then identified as Speed Trial, inspired by Malcolm Campbell's Bluebird which broke the landspeed record in 1931 after hitting 246mph.

Rupert Worrall, head of prints at Bonhams, said: "This is a particularly nice Power that will doubtless attract a lot of interest from people who collect his work and which grows in popularity each year."

Cyril Edward Power (1872 – 1951) was an English artist who helped co-found The Grosvenor School Of Modern Art in London in 1925.

In the last year of his life he completed 89 paintings, mainly landscapes of the surrounding areas, often the Helford River and the Falmouth area.

He died in London aged 78.

Miracle Theatre's production of Tin was a cultural highlight in 2012

January 25, 2013, 3:50 am

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A drama production based on Cornwall's mining past has been chosen as one of last year's cultural highlights.
Miracle Theatre's Tin is rated among Arts Council England's top 12 for 2012.
The production, created in collaboration with English Touring Opera, was commissioned by Cornish Mining World Heritage Site, which also entered it in the Cultural Olympiad that supported the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
It brought together a cast of professional actors and singers with schools and community choirs, breathing life into Edward Bosanketh's original, historic novel.
Bill Scott, Miracle's artistic director, said: "I'm bowled over that Miracle Theatre and English Touring Opera have received this recognition from the Arts Council.
"Tin was a unique project and all 200 or more people who collaborated in making it should feel extremely proud of their achievement."
Deborah Boden, Cornish Mining World Heritage Site's coordinator added: "This is a wonderful endorsement of the quality of work enabled by our cultural programme, and demonstrates the value of collaboration between arts and heritage organisations."
Redruth-based Miracle Theatre is currently seeking investors for the final stages of its micro-budget feature film of Tin.
In the film, the original cast of the theatre production, which included opera icon Ben Luxon, are joined by Jenny Agutter  and Dudley Sutton.
 To see behind the scenes images and to keep up to date on the film's progress go to facebook.com/TinFilm
Miracle is currently performing Frankenstein! across the south west until the end of February.
 For dates and details visit miracletheatre.co.uk.

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Police warning to boat owners after rib stolen in St Agnes

January 25, 2013, 4:24 am

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AN inflatable boat, trailer and outboard motor, total value of around £4,000, has been stolen from a house in St Agnes.Police are appealing to owners of marine craft to look out for the Avon 5.2m rib and Mariner outboard motor and 6m steel trailer were stolen from Middlegates on Wednesday (JAN 23).

It's believed the rib was towed onto the A30 and is now being offered for sale either in or out of the county. Police are warning boat owners to ensure their equipment is properly marked to make it harder for thieves to sell.Anyone with any information regarding the theft is asked to call 101 quoting crime reference GR/13/32

 

Fire chief delivers carbon monoxide warning

January 25, 2013, 4:35 am

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THE FIRE service has delivered a reminder about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning after attending a gas leak at a holiday cottage near Morvah last night.

Five people were treated by ambulance crews at the cottage after displaying symptoms of the deadly poisoning which kills people each year in Britain.

The occupants had called the emergency services shortly after 10pm after a detector picked up a higher than usual reading.

Penzance Station Manager Mark Salter said he believed the problem was caused by a faulty woodburner.

He said: "We go to an increasing number of carbon monoxide cases at this time of year.

"We would encourage residents to buy a carbon monoxide detector and to ensure that gas appliances and chimneys are regularly inspected and monitored."

Carbon monoxide symptoms include headaches or dizziness, breathlessness, nausea, tiredness, chest or stomach pain, erratic behaviour or visual problems.

An ambulance spokesman confirmed it attended an incident in the Pendeen area and treated a number of patients at the scene.

Truro City looking for home joy against Clarets

January 25, 2013, 5:01 am

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Truro City will be loooking for their first win of 2013 when they take on promotion hopefuls Chelmsford City  at Treyew Road on Saturday (3pm).

The league's bottom  club last won back on December 1 with a 2-0 home victory over Tonbridge Angels and despite some encouraging performances they have taken just two points out of a possible 21 from their last seven games.

And they are sure to find the Essex visitors tough opposition, though Clarets boss Glenn Pennyfather is also expecting a difficult game for his sixth-placed team who are only out of the play-off places on goal difference.

He said. "Truro are a decent side who've been very unlucky this season. We know from our home game against them that they'll be no pushovers and what they've been through together will have made them stronger. We're both back off the enforced 'winter break' and we're looking forward to the game."

Truro lost narrowly 3-2  in the teams' meeting in Essex back in September and manager Lee Hodges know how strong  a side Chelmsford are.

He said: "Chelmsford are one of the best sides in the league and I rate them very highly."

After having their last two games against Sutton and Eastleigh postponed, City will be raring to get back into action before away trips to Dover Ath and Hayes and Yeading on the following two Saturdays.

Hodges will miss the game through suspension and there are no new injury worries, with Marcus Martin returning after serving his one match ban.

City's boss added: "We had a good training session last night, with everyone there and in good spirits and everyone very keen to play a match again.  

"From the weather forecast, I can't see a problem for tomorrow so we're all hoping for a really good game and a good crowd to cheer on the boys.  There's no doubt it's going to be a very tough match."

Truro squad:  Luke McCormick, Bobby Hopkinson, Calron Hall, Jake Ash, Marcus Martin, Ben Williams, Joe Broad, Cody Cooke, Les Afful, Andy Watkins, Kieffer Moore, Barry Hayles, Martin Watts, Matt Wright.

Cornwall's plans announced for County Championship campaign

January 25, 2013, 5:17 am

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Plans are well advanced for Cornwall's 2013 County Championship campaign, which begins with a trip to play old rivals Gloucestershire on Saturday May 4.

The CRFU selectors and coaches have been out watching games and eligible players at all levels since the start of the season   and an enlarged squad has been selected and invited to attend a team building session at the Kingsley Village, Fraddon, on Monday February 11.

Chairman of selectors Terry Carter said: "Selecting an enlarged squad for the Kingsley Village event has been challenging, but we feel we have a good balance of players with experience and determination to wear the Black and Gold of Cornwall.

""Further players may be included at a later stage if injuries or form preclude selected players."

The Kingsley Village event is designed so that coaches and players can meet informally and discuss in detail the tactics and training plans for the Championship

There will then follow  a number of training sessions leading to the opening game against Gloucestershire.

Cornwall head coach Dave "Benji" Thomas added: "The 2013 season will be very challenging, with away games to Gloucester and then Kent before our only home game against Hertfordshire at Camborne on Saturday May 18."

The final is at Twickenham on Sunday May 26.

CRFU President Ken Plummer said: "I am delighted with the work of the selectors and coaches in the early preparation for the upcoming County Championship."

And CRFU chairman Denis Preece commented: "We hope that the people of Cornwall will once again get behind the team and come and support them throughout the campaign and especially on the May 18 at Camborne."

There will be marketing and sponsorship opportunities with the team and matches, any individuals or companies that may be interested are asked to contact Alan Mitchell in the first instance via email cb-honsec-cornwall@therfu.com 

Cornwall Under 20s, conclude their pool stage of the County Championship with a "winner take all game" against Devon on Sunday February 10. The game to be played at Ivybridge RFC and will decide which team progress to the quarter-finals. 

Two dogs found shot dead in Truro

January 25, 2013, 5:53 am

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A ST DAY woman has been left shocked after her two dogs that had been missing since December last year were found shot dead in woods this week.
Owner Mandy James appealed for help through the West Briton to find her four-year-old female rottweiler called Sky and rottweiler cross German shepherd Buster, aged 18 months.
The pair escaped her Gwennap Pit home on December 18.
On Tuesday this week, both dogs were found shot dead in Penstraze woods near Truro.
Animal welfare charity RSPCA has been informed.
Mrs James said: "They had both been shot at the back of their heads.
"It is possible that they were shot elsewhere and then dumped in the woods.
"I am so upset and I just want other dog owners to be aware what could happen and be careful with their dogs.
"My only consolation was that they were together."
The RSPCA's cruelty line is 0300 1234 999.

Swords, sorcery and pantomime Dames coming to Luxulyan

January 25, 2013, 5:56 am

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Wizards, witches and heroes of Arthurian legend will descend upon Luxulyan next month in what promises to be a monumental struggle between the forces of good and those of evil.
But, before you run for the impenetrable safety of the duvet, cast all fears aside, as this clash of dark and light will be played out in true pantomime style by the talented cast of the Luxulyan Amateur Dramatic Society.
LADS will be bringing fun, laughter and the occasional boo and hiss to the stage in their new panto, Camelot.
The tale tells of evil witch, Morgan le Fay, seeking revenge on Prince Arthur by attempting to marry off Princess Guinevere to, the equally evil, Valerin.
Along the way famous faces such as Merlin are joined by a host of colourful character including, Laughalot and Dame Connie.
Camelot's take on swords, sorcery and pantomime Dames runs from February 12 to 16 at Luxulyan Village Hall.
Each show begins at 7.30pm.In addition, a special charity matinee showing will take place on Saturday, February 16 at 2pm.
Tickets are on sale now priced at £6/£5 from 01726 850515.
Luxulyan Village Hall has parking, disabled access, raised seating and refreshments.

St Joseph's Ranked Top in Cornwall

January 25, 2013, 6:27 am

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St Joseph's School has been named the top school in Cornwall for GCSE results the Department of Education announced yesterday. The school has come top of the league table ahead of all other Cornish Independent and State Schools.

The pupils gained 96% A*-C grades including Maths and English with 53% of the results being awarded as A* & A grades; an outstanding achievement as the national average for 2012 is 29.7% 

This result is even more pleasing as St Joseph's is non-selective.

This latest accolade follows on from being rated the third highest non-selective independent school in England.

Head teacher Mrs Sue Rowe said,

"We are incredibly proud of all our pupils who not only perform very well academically but also in the broader aspects of school life including sport and music. In addition, St Joseph's pupils contribute a great deal to the wider community. Our small class sizes, individual attention, high expectations from the teaching staff and a focus on pastoral care all contribute to a very positive and high quality learning environment."

St Joseph's continues to attract considerable interest for places as the school continues to produce such impressive results.

If you are considering an independent education for your child, why not come and visit the best school in Cornwall. For further details or to arrange an appointment please contact the Registrar, Rebecca Walker on 01566 772580 or registrar@stjosephscornwall.co.uk

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Falmouth Beach Hotel faces uncertain future as it is put on the market

January 25, 2013, 6:28 am

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The Falmouth Beach Hotel faces an uncertain future as the owners have decided to put it on the market.
After more than 30 years running the family business, Hazel Evans is selling up following a devastating fire which ripped through the building last year.
Planning permission was recently granted for the hotel to be rebuilt on the site, but no work will begin on that project for the time being.
A spokesman for agents Christie and Co, which has been instructed to prepare the business for sale, said: "Since the fire (Mrs Evans) has been carefully considering the hotel rebuild project, her future plans and possible retirement from the hospitality industry.
"Consequently she has proposed a closure of the site and rebuilding work."
A potential buyer who can redevelop the hotel site is now being sought. 
Just 39 rooms and the leisure complex were left after the fire in April. The remains that could not be saved were demolished and the site cleared and the leisure facilities opened in October.

VIDEOS: Children from Devoran School go Gangnam Style with Falmouth police

January 25, 2013, 7:25 am

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Children from a Cornish school got swept up in the Gangnam Style craze when a Falmouth policeman came to give some dancing tips. The children from Devoran School near Truro threw themselves into the iconic Gangnam Style dance made famous by South Korean rapper Psy. The school was inspired to take part after police from Falmouth raised thousands of pounds for charity by making a video showing their interpretation of the international hit. In line with the police, Devoran children who took part in the video made donations for Joshua Wilson, 12, from Lancashire, who has been left with complex physical needs following surgery on a brain tumour. Sarah Kerrison from Devoran School said: "We have a donation day club and at the end of the month they choose a charity to donate to. It seems a really good cause and it's a nice way of doing something different. "The children are absolutely over the moon. They have all been wearing their shades and are very excited."

Cornwall Councillor George Trubody resigns

January 25, 2013, 7:36 am

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Cornwall Councillor George Trubody has resigned from his post.
Mr Trubody, Councillor for Rame, will be stepping down at 5pm today, the council has confirmed.
A representative from Cornwall Council said Mr Trubody is leaving to pursue a personal career opportunity, which will mean he is unable to fulfil his responsibilities as a council member.
She added: "Councillor Trubody has notified the parish councils within his electoral division of his decision and Councillor Pearn will cover his constituency responsibilities pending the unitary elections on 2 May."
Due to the short time period before the elections, there will be no by-election for the Rame electoral division.

Flood alert for west Cornwall with more rain on the way

January 25, 2013, 7:47 am

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A flood alert has been issued for west Cornwall as the area braces itself for more wet weather.
The Environment Agency has warned of localised flooding at Land's End, Hayle, St Ives and Crowlas with fears that river levels could rise.
And it forecast more rain on the way for tonight and the weekend.
"This will cause rivers to rise and may cause localised flooding," said a spokesperson for the agency.
"We will continue to monitor the situation and issue updates accordingly."
The Met Office has also issued a yellow weather warning for rain in the region from 3pm this afternoon until midnight tonight. The poor weather could also lead to travel disruption, the forecaster added.

Cash and expensive ring stolen during burglary in Bude

January 25, 2013, 7:58 am

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A quantity of cash and an expensive ring were stolen during a broad daylight burglary at a house in Bude last week. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident which occurred at a property in Penny Lane at around 3.10pm on Monday, January 14. Police said the offender gained entry to the premises by smashing a double-glazed window with a hammer. Officers said the offender then carried out an untidy search before stealing the ring and sum of cash. The ring is an 18 carrot white gold five stone diamond ring with a foreign hallmark. Police said the offender, who was seen to ride off on a bicycle, is described as being a white man aged in his 20's, approximately 6ft in height, of slight build and wearing jeans and a beany hat. Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting police reference BU/13/28. Alternatively call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111 or report online at www.Crimestoppers-uk.org.