About this episode
This episode features a rundown of local news including a new community challenge by Cornwall Hospice and highlights from the Porthleven Food Festival.
Join our reporter Tom Howe for NEWSWAVE, your weekly rundown of the top stories happening across St Austell and surrounding areas. In the latest episode, we hear from Ellie Smith at Cornwall Hospice, who have launched a brand‑new community challenge - The Great Cornish Cream Tea – bringing a world record attempt to the Royal Cornwall Showground this September. We look back at the return of the hugely popular Porthleven Food Festival, celebrating Cornwall’s food and drink scene wit...
People in this episode
Host: Tom Howe
Guest: Ellie Smith
Topics covered
- local news
- community events
- food festivals
- charity challenges
- Cornwall
Keywords
- Cornwall
- St Austell
- food festival
- community challenge
- The Great Cornish Cream Tea
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Cornwall Hospice
Places: St Austell, Royal Cornwall Showground
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