Locals and holiday makers who enjoy a paddle or swim at the region's beautiful beaches may feel reassured today after statistics revealed that virtually all coastal bathing waters in the South West have reached a minimum quality standard.
Statistics released today by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) have revealed that the South West's coastal bathing water...
People needing care and support in Plymouth can now get free help to choose good quality services.
Plymouth City Council has signed up to the Support with Confidence scheme. It assesses and approves services so that people can be reassured they are choosing trustworthy companies.
The approval process includes a rigorous audit, thorough background checks and confirmation that...
"Business rates are set to rise by £410 in Plymouth putting our high streets and local economies at risk" – says Luke Pollard, Labour’s Parliamentary Candidate for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport.
Labour claims that the average business rates bill in England will increase by an average of £430 in 2014/15, meaning a business rate hit of around £12,600. Mr Pollard argues that this is...
An exhibition of striking artwork by Plymouth graduates will be on display as the Council House opens its doors for public viewings.
Paintings, prints, photos, ceramics and sculptures feature in the display borrowed from degree shows at Plymouth University, Plymouth College of Art and the University of St Mark and St John.
The exhibition will be open to the public on three days...
Heather Howlett, Personal Activities Leader for Bickleigh Down Care Home is nominated as a finalist for her dedication to making a difference
Heather Howlett, Personal Activities Leader at Four Season Health Care’s Bickleigh Down Care Home in Devon, is a finalist in this year’s National Dementia Awards.
Heather Maxwell, Regional Manager for Four Seasons Health Care,...
Following Daniel's unfortunate cancellation this October, Daniel has rescheduled his concert to take place on Friday 31st January 2014.
Three decades into his sparkling career as a top entertainer, Daniel’s star is still shining bright. His popularity among people of all ages, creeds and walks of life hasn’t diminished with the passing of time. Fans simply love his easy-listening vocal style and his songs of life, love and inspiration that he sings with genuine warmth and passion. Most of all, they love Daniel the man, his charm and his great sense of humour.
Christened as 'The Man with the Golden Voice' in a recent BBC4 documentary, internationally respected British singer songwriter, Paul Carrack, the voice of pop classics such as How Long, Tempted, The Living Years, Over My Shoulder and many more, returns to familiar-ground.
Fresh from a worldwide tour as featured artiste with old friend, Eric Clapton, Paul will link up with his own amazing Sheffield-based band, to perform songs from his vast catalogue.
X Factor 2012 winner James Arthur has announced his debut UK and European headline tour for January and February 2014 including two hometown shows at Middlesbrough Town Hall.
The tour follows the announcement that his new single ‘You’re Nobody ‘Til Somebody Loves You’ - watch video here – is released on October 20th and his self-titled debut album on November 4th, both through Syco Music.
After winning X Factor 2012, James went on to score the biggest selling X Factor single of all time with the BRIT Award nominated ‘Impossible’ and has recorded a stunning debut record...
Musical master of ceremonies Jools Holland and his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra have announced the run of dates and special guests of their 2013 UK tour. This annual jaunt across the UK will see them travel the length and breadth of the British Isles, bringing their audience-pleasing, foot-stomping ‘big band’ sound to over 50 cities and towns throughout the year.
Three million album selling pop icon and former Spice Girl Melanie C will join the party in Plymouth, following in a long line of brilliant female special guests including KT Tunstall, Alison Moyet and Sandie...
Since their time on X Factor it has been non-stop for the boys and they have got off to an impressive start. With a top 5 single, almost a million twitter followers, 9 million views on Youtube and a book deal in the bag, it would seem Union J’s limits are endless and 2013 is set to be their year. The boys will visit towns and cities across the country and will give fans the opportunity to hear brand new material!
They said: ‘The thing we love most about music is performing and we are so excited to get out on the road for our first ever tour. Playing our album to fans will be...
