Falmouth Town Council is inviting young people to apply for its newly established Youth Council, offering an opportunity to influence decisions and make a meaningful impact in the local community.

Many recognise the distinctive clock tower in Penryn, part of a building that sits on its own island in the very heart of the town. On the top floor is the town hall and council chamber. But not many know that underneath, on the ground floor in what was once the town's market hall, is Penryn Museum which is a treasure trove of local history, writes Emelia Spargo, volunteer.

People across Cornwall who feel more at ease in quieter spaces, including those who identify as introverted, shy, or highly sensitive, are being invited to create a handmade textile heart as part of a shared installation this summer.