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Special makeover for graffiti-damaged Plymouth walkways

Three graffiti-scarred underpasses in Plymouth have been given a much-needed facelift thanks to a team of city Special Constables.

The six volunteer officers wanted to try something different instead of their formal sector meeting and took to streets to clean up the three underpasses in Estover instead.

They spent the day covering unsightly graffiti with a fresh coat of paint...

Animating success for Plymouth Science Park firm

“Everyone needs animation for their business,” says David Mattock, Director of Full Rotation.

The animation company, based at Plymouth Science Park, is solely focused on producing ground breaking animations for firms around the globe.

“It helps to explain a product. Easy to understand visuals, voiceover and music is more entertaining and easier to understand than a manual...

New, bigger litter bins installed across Plymouth

Over 400 new, bigger litter bins have been installed across the city as part of a comprehensive review of what bins are where, their size and condition.

Larger multi-use bins have appeared in parks, on streets and playing fields over the past few months as part of the Council’s plan to keep the city cleaner and greener.

The bigger bins can also be used for bagged dog waste,...

Get your boots on for the 2017 Dartmoor Walking Festival

Get your boots on and head on to the moor for the Dartmoor Walking Festival 2017. Whether you are an experienced hillwalker or an absolute beginner you are sure to find something to inspire you in the 9 day programme of events running from Saturday 26 August.

Following the successful first Dartmoor Walking Festival in 2016, Moorland Guides have organised the 2017 programme with events...

Patients work together with hospital help to improve standards

Earlier this year, a team of patient representatives undertook their annual inspection of Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust, in order to assess the quality of the patient environment.

Now, the results released by the NHS Commissioning Board today show that the hospital has improved in all of the measured areas, therefore supporting the value of taking on-board patient feedback.

The...

Plymouth prepares to cook up a storm!

Plymouth Seafood Festival launched on Wedesday (16 August) at the National Marine Aquarium.

The launch offered partners and businesses a taster of what is to follow in September, with a morning of fascinating talks and demonstrations.

The Plymouth Seafood Festival, organised by the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, takes place on Saturday 16 to Sunday 17 September, and will be...

Bond Dickinson apprentice shortlisted to Regional Apprentice of the Year

Florence Lungu from Bond Dickinson's Plymouth office, has been shortlisted by the National Apprenticeship Service for the Regional Advanced Apprentice of the Year Award 2017.

Organised by the National Apprenticeship Service, the awards are now in their 14th year and help to showcase apprentices across the UK who have made a substantial contribution to their workplaces. The awards...

Arts, Heritage & Tourism Minister visits Plymouth and the Mayflower 400 Team

New Minister for Arts, Heritage and Tourism, John Glen, visited Plymouth and the Mayflower 400 team on Monday, 14 August 2017.

The Minister’s visit recognises the importance of the 2020 Mayflower commemoration of the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower Pilgrims’ historic journey across the Atlantic, and the celebration of Plymouth as Britain’s Ocean City.

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Marketing agency creates strong business

Increasing its turnover by a staggering 71% in less than a year is allowing The Creative Marketing Agency to expand staff numbers and increase its premises to include offices in Torbay – alongside its existing presence at Plymouth Science Park.

The company’s Founder and Director, Michelle Roberts, puts her remarkable success in increasing her turnover rates down to the incredible work...

Projects to update three libraries to get underway

Plymouth’s plan to transform and modernise its libraries is getting into gear with funding for the first set of improvement projects now approved.

Meeting spaces are to be created in three existing libraries at Crownhill, Devonport and Southway so that the buildings can host a wider range of events to encourage people to use libraries as places to socialise and improve their health and...

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