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BBC News
23-05-2025
- BBC News
Ferry moved into the water as refit nears completion
A ferry service said work on its vessel Lynher was continuing following a "significant milestone" in its refit process. Tamar Crossings said a period in dry dock in Falmouth had enabled work to be carried out on replacing systems and equipment on the prows and hull. It added the "out of water" inspections showed further essential work was required, which increased the time in the next stage of the work could only be completed with the vessel in the water, resulting in Lynher being moved to a berth alongside the dock. Rolls Royce While in the dry dock Lynher was repainted both above and below the Crossings said dry docking allowed inspections to be carried out by its team and regulators to ensure that the vessel would be safe for a further five years. Initial works also took place to replace the outdated computer control system, it said. The new control system, supplied by Rolls Royce, would need to be integrated with the ferry's existing equipment. Tamar Crossings added that the next stage of the complex work could only be completed with the vessel in the water. It said work on this phase was scheduled to begin on Thursday and would take two weeks to complete. It would then need to pass the Harbour Acceptance Testing before it could return to is expected to return to Torpoint in the middle of June, depending on weather and sea conditions, Tamar Crossings said. It added that a combination of bad weather at the start of the refit process and the impact of carrying out additional vital repairs meant Lynhers return to the water was later than originally planned. The service will continue being provided by the two remaining ferries, one leaving each side of the river every 15 minutes between 06:30 and 22:00 BST. There will also be a single half-hourly night service ferry from 22:00 to 06:30.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nighthawks fly high at top of Evening League
Falmouth's Midweek Nighthawks extended their unbeaten run with a comfortable seven-wicket win over Wendron Super Goats in the Mining Division Evening League South Section. Sponsored by Balti Curries, the Nighthawks now sit clear at the top of the table with maximum points from their opening matches. After being asked to bowl first, Falmouth kept Wendron to 131 from their 20 overs. Paddy Varker was the pick of the attack, claiming 3 for 24, while Jacob Stephens also bagged three wickets, despite an earlier dropped catch that could have proved costly. Stefan Churcher chipped in with a tidy four-over spell for just 21 runs, but Trevor Ward struggled to find his normal rhythm, finishing wicketless and going for 38 runs. Midway through the innings, a dog made an unscheduled appearance on the pitch, briefly interrupting play and giving the crowd something else to cheer. Wendron's innings was anchored by an unbeaten 33 from D Probert and an explosive 31* off just 12 balls from T Orchard. But the visitors lost regular wickets and struggled to build momentum after a steady start. In reply, Falmouth's top order made light work of the chase. Stefan Churcher (35), Ashley Searle (31*), and Matthew Stephens (32*) all retired not out, guiding the hosts to 135 for 3 in just 15.2 overs. With strong performances across the squad and a growing list of players staking their claim, there'll be stiff competition for places in the side ahead of next week's fixture. Falmouth face St Gluvias CC next, hoping to keep their winning streak intact and maintain their spot at the summit.
The Independent
19-05-2025
- The Independent
18-year-old woman dies after crashing her Range Rover in Cape Cod as she was leaving prom
An 18-year-old Massachusetts High School senior died after crashing her Range Rover just after leaving her prom. Ava Lodico was driving a white Range Rover SUV when she crashed into a tree in Falmouth, a coastal town in Cape Cod, late Saturday night, WCVB reported. Video taken from the scene of the fatal, single-car crash showed the SUV with extensive damage to the driver's side doors, bumper and roof. Lodico, an aspiring nurse with plans to attend UMass Dartmouth in the fall, was remembered by friends for her compassion, humor and generosity. "She was so funny, constantly just laughter with her, there was never a dull moment with Ava, ever," her friend, Bea Mariani, said. "Ava was the type of person to help people that she didn't even know," another friend, Jazzy Fernandez, added. "She just had so much to give." Scores of friends left notes, flowers and photographs of the teen at a growing memorial near the scene of the crash. "She was just so full of life," Fernandez added. "In all these pictures, her smile is just so genuine. She was such a beautiful girl." Another friend, Myles Peterkin, noted, 'It's the one thing you wish it wouldn't happen. You just don't even feel like it's real.' Lodico's friends, who had spent the night partying with her at their senior prom, are now left to mourn at a time they should be celebrating. 'It doesn't feel real,' Mariani said. 'We were just planning a graduation a couple of days ago, and now it's just moving forward with loss.' The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
CBS News
18-05-2025
- CBS News
Falmouth car crash kills high school senior just weeks before graduation
A high school senior was killed in a car crash late Saturday night in Falmouth, Massachusetts, authorities said. The 18-year-old driver was a student at Falmouth High School. Police have not yet named the victim. The single-car crash happened on Acapesket Road. Video from the scene showed a white Range Rover SUV with heavy front-end damage. It appeared to have struck a tree not far from the side of the road. Graduation is scheduled for June 7. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time," Falmouth public schools Supt. Lori Duerr said in a statement along with police and fire officials. Counselors were at the high school Sunday afternoon, and more support will be offered at school on Monday for students and staff.
BBC News
17-05-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Coastguard warns people to 'be aware' after multiple incidents
Coastguards have warned people to stay vigilant when visiting the coast after rescuers had to respond to "a number of incidents" ahead of the Friday, Falmouth Coastguard said it tasked its Lands End and Penzance rescue teams to assist a woman with a broken leg, and Bude and Boscastle coastguard rescue teams to assist and locate a man who had fallen on his said staff also dealt with a capsized boat in Salcombe Harbour on Saturday Rylance, from the service, said the message was "be aware of the weather conditions" and stay in touch with somebody. 'Keep an eye out' She said: "We're already coordinating an incident in Salcombe Harbour. We took a report of a vessel of three persons, their boat had capsized and three persons were in the water."They have been recovered from the water by a harbour vessel and the inshore lifeboat with Salcombe and Kingsbridge coastguard rescue team are going to assist."Ms Rylance said the public needed to be aware of the tides which were still "fairly high".She said: "Have a fully charged form of communication with you."If you are going walking or rock-pooling, let somebody know where you're going and how long you're likely to be so they are aware of when you should be back."If you are going over the rocks, keep an eye out for a way to get out should you be caught out by the tide; but also, if you see anything you think is of concern, then dial 999 and ask for the coastguard."
