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Former Plymouth student inspires next generation

A FORMER Plymouth University student turned successful businessman has returned to his old institution to help inspire the next generation.

Paul Randall, 31, set up online furniture store Rainbow Zebra from his family home five years ago and is now on track to earn his first million.

The Business Studies graduate credits Plymouth University, which is ranked in the top two per...

Dates announced for MTV Crashes Plymouth 2017

MTV Crashes Plymouth will return for its fourth year on Thursday 27 and Friday 28 July and is set to see thousands of people enjoy two more nights of chart-topping acts on Plymouth Hoe.

Tickets for the live music event, organised by MTV in collaboration with Plymouth City Council, will go on sale on Friday 10 February and offer music lovers the opportunity to see headline acts for a...

Ska Legend Neville Staple comes to Plymouth

Neville will be releasing on the 17th February 2017 his new album called: Return Of Judge Roughneck (and Dub Specials).

To complement this release, Neville, his band and his wife Christine “Sugary” Staple, will be touring the UK in 2017 and will be playing on Friday 24th February at The Hub, in Plymouth.

Christine, will be doing a short set of songs from her new EP “Rude Girl...

Plymouth to host major tourism conference

Tourism leaders from around the country will be arriving in Plymouth on 7th February for a milestone birthday party.

Members of one of the UK’s leading tourism trade associations, Ukinbound, have picked the city to host their 40th birthday celebrations, as well as their annual convention.

More than 250 UKinbound members will be arriving in Britain’s Ocean City for the...

SW Falcon celebrates first anniversary

This Valentine’s Day sees the first anniversary of the South West Falcon, the South West’s only 24/7 cross regional coach service.

To celebrate, Stagecoach is launching a romantic competition with prizes of very special ‘dates’ at locations along the route.

Dates on offer are:

• Tickets for Craig David’s ‘Follow My Intuition’ tour at the Plymouth Pavilions Arena on 21...

Royal William Yard reveals exciting events for 2017

Award-winning Royal William Yard in Plymouth is gearing up for a calendar of spectacular events for 2017, promising an eclectic mix of high quality activities and experiences for the whole family.

New for 2017 will be the Royal William Yard Festival – on May 27 and 28 – which promises to celebrate “peninsular living” and everything the beautiful West Country has to offer.

The...

Gold Dust smashes target thanks to incredible support

Over the festive period, the Gold Dust Appeal reached its £100,000 target to refurbish the children’s wards and corridors at Derriford Hospital.

And thanks to the dedication and generosity of supporters, the appeal has exceeded its target, raising a total of £125,000!

Anita Dykes, Matron of Paediatrics said: “From when we started the Gold Dust Appeal, we have all been through a...

Marti Pellow heads for Plymouth

Marti Pellow will tour the UK in 2017 with the 10-date “Mysterious Tour”.

One of the UK biggest pop icons will be on the road from Wednesday March 15 when he begins the tour in Carlisle.

Marti will then perform at venues across the UK, including Plymouth Pavilions on 27 March.

• Bridgewater Hall, Manchester (17 March) • Venue Cymru, Llandudno (18 March) • Wales...

Diving Diseases Research Centre Celebrates 21st Year at Plymouth Science Park

Plymouth based DDRC Healthcare, formerly known as the Diving Diseases Research Centre, is entering its 21st year based at the Plymouth Science Park.

In 1996 the Hyperbaric Medical Unit was the first building on Plymouth Science Park, with the charity having moved from Fort Bovisand after its inception in 1980.

DDRC Healthcare is an international Centre of Excellence in...

Ballot papers sent out as businesses come out in force to back Waterfront BID2

It’s decision time for businesses in the Plymouth Waterfront area as they vote on whether to continue the Business Improvement District for a further five years.

The ballot papers have been sent out to 877 voters, who will have the deciding say on whether to renew the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership’s Waterfront BID in a four-square mile area stretching from Stonehouse to Coxside and...

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