Black Uhuru were the leading second generation reggae vocal group, and were formed in Jamaica in 1974 by Euvin “Don Carlos” Spencer, Rudolph “Garth” Dennis, and Derrick “Duckie” Simpson. These three grew up in the famed “Waterhouse” district of Kingston, Jamaica (a hot bed for reggae artists over the years). After a couple of line-up changes, they solidified their status with the album 'Love Crisis', on which the track 'I Love King Selassie' went on to become a bonafide reggae anthem.
After that period, American expatriate, Sandra “Puma” Jones, joined Michael...
Three Exeter businesses have joined together to provide funding to launch the ARISE (Alliance to Reward Initiatives and Social Enterprises) initiative across the city, which will provide £10,000 annually to support projects and socially based activities that improve the lives of groups or individuals in Exeter.
Land Securities (owners of Princesshay), Norman Rourke Pryme and Kier Construction have all contributed and are committed to the ARISE project, which will manage the distribution of funds over the next 12 months to community groups, organisations or individuals that apply to...
Two North Devon greats have joined forces to create a weekend of motoring madness this August.
The newly renovated Highbullen Hotel, Nr Umberleigh, is a key sponsor of the first ever Castle Hill Car Festival, at Castle Hill House in Filleigh and, to help visitors from outside the region make the most of the weekend, Highbullen has put together a special two-night package on 2-3 August, which could cost as little as £58.50 per night.
The Festival (3-4 August) is a family-friendly event and features classic cars (including a centenary display of Aston Martins), stunt planes,...
Join in the fun on Sunday 21 July from 11am at the Exminster Village Fete, Deepway Green for a family day of fun and enjoyment.
Celebrating its third year,there will be a number of events including a variety of themed competitions, a pet show, Welly wanging, bouncy castle, tug o’ war, Scottish dancing and an afternoon of arena-based displays and live music.
There will also be a diverse range of stalls including locally-made crafts, games and competitions for children and our ever-popular prize draw. Finally, why not indulge your tastebuds and enjoy our locally produced...
Sit back, relax and enjoy listening to Jazz on the Lawn at Finch Foundry nestled in the heart of Sticklepath, near Okehampton, on Sunday 21 July, between 12.30 and 4.30pm.
Finch Foundry, a traditional water-powered working forge, provides the ideal setting for one of the West Country’s best jazz bands. Back by popular demand, ‘The Plough Boys’ will entertain visitors with an afternoon of traditional jazz.
Ben Shapcott, Manager at Finch Foundry, says: ‘Finch provides a beautiful setting to bring a picnic, sit back, relax and enjoy an afternoon of...
On 20 and 21 July, why not get the camping gear out and spend a weekend at Lydford Gorge near Tavistock learning survival techniques?
An exciting itinerary of activities will run over the weekend. These include looking at what you need to survive in the wild, ‘proper’ den building, learning to light a fire as well as cooking over an open fire. The Dartmoor ranger team will lead the sessions and will even produce hot chocolate at the overnight camp in the orchard at the Gorge.
Stuart Mathieson, National Trust Ranger, says: “It is a great family experience learning together...
Exeter-based Premier Communication Electronics (PCE) will launch its newest product, a military-style hands-free hydration vest, at the Ambulex exhibition in Coventry today.
The CBRN (which stands for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear and is pronounced C-burn) vest comes with a built-in space for a camel-pouch for immediate hydration and a number of pockets for communications equipment including two-way radios, external speakers, ear-pieces and PTT switches.
PCE recently added the vest to its portfolio of products but will officially launch it at Ambulex,...
