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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-29T08:48:36 | null | 2016-08-29T09:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FNational%2F171223%2FOffduty-cop-found-dead-in-Cradock.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160829-093517-613_u0.jpg | en | null | Off-duty cop found dead in Cradock | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | Generic image
"The officer was found dead in Hofmeyer with a gunshot wound to the head. He was off duty and no arrests have been made yet."
NATIONAL NEWS - An off-duty police constable has been found murdered in Cradock.The officer was shot dead.The police's Stephanie Smith says the investigation is at a "sensitive stage". | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171223/Offduty-cop-found-dead-in-Cradock | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/01aa41fdc687a114b324b859b3d7d94da0df4280ddc495e0f209d7e4a5ab68b6.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-29T12:48:44 | null | 2016-08-29T14:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FLifestyle%2F171247%2FWomen-are-the-better-spenders-when-it-comes-to-credit-cards.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160829-144812-524_u0.jpg | en | null | Women are the better spenders when it comes to credit cards | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | Women spend less than men in nearly every category of credit card expenditure, including online shopping, when compared to men.
LIFESTYLE NEWS - Women spend less than men in nearly every category of credit card expenditure, including online shopping, when compared to men, and they are more conscientious about paying off their card says FNB Credit Card.
“There is a common misperception that women tend to overspend on credit cards, especially on non-essential items such as retail shopping; however, data shows that their male counterparts spending far outweighs women’s and are less responsible when it comes to paying off their cards,” says Chris Labuschagne, CEO of FNB Credit Card.
Men spend on average 32% more on food and retail than women, with an average of R470 a month. They spend a whopping 60% more on fuel than women.
On average, women spend R384 every time they fill up their tanks, compared to men who spend R428 on each refill.
Surprisingly, according to FNB Credit Card data men outspend women on online shopping by 30%, spending on average R988 per month compared to women’s R749.
“Retail shopping used to be perceived as the domain of women, but men have definitely taken the lead in terms of online shopping,” says Labuschagne. “This makes sense as online shopping is easy, safe and can be done from the comfort of your home.”
The one category where women do spend more than men is when grocery shopping; however despite visiting grocery stores 35% more than men, women only spend 15% more.
Other places that men outspend women on their cards include restaurants, visiting fast food outlets, coffee shops and restaurants, spending on average 35% more. They are also big spenders when it comes to TV and movies, spending on average 61% compared to women.
“Women, in general appear to be more responsible when it comes to their finances,” says Labuschagne.
While credit card arrear levels are low, men are twice as likely to skip a payment when compared to women.
'We bring you the latest Garden Route, Klein Karoo, Hessequa news' | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/Lifestyle/171247/Women-are-the-better-spenders-when-it-comes-to-credit-cards | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/80731c4d5e10104ab85990694122df789b206b574b123583737532829551d47f.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-26T12:51:40 | null | 2016-08-26T14:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FNational%2F171197%2FVarkgriep-in-die-Tuinroete.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160826-143117-637_u0.jpg | en | null | Varkgriep in die Tuinroete | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | We do apologise
Due to unforeseen technical problems, our classified advertisements could not be published online and in the newspaper in their entirety this week.
Ons vra om verskoning
Weens onvoorsiene tegniese probleme verskyn slegs ‘n gedeelte van ons geklassifiseerde advertensies aanlyn en in hierdie week se koerant. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171197/Varkgriep-in-die-Tuinroete | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/70f87050dfa29a933f7902abc6263dd666f912a0de208106c60f16d9dac2eced.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-30T06:49:24 | null | 2016-08-30T08:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FArts--Entertainment%2FEntertainment%2F171258%2FAll-star-lineup-at-George-Heritage-Festival.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/acltn20160830-081444-790_u0.jpg | en | null | All star line-up at George Heritage Festival | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | Johnny Clegg is performing in George on Saturday 8 October.
GEORGE NEWS - The organisers of the George Heritage Festival have managed to secure the cream of South Africa's musicians to perform at the festival hosted during the first week of October.
Johnny Clegg is performing in George on Saturday 8 October, while Watershed will perform the day before on Friday 7 October.
George Herald is the very proud media sponsor of the festival and other huge names included in this star-studded line-up in George are Freshly Ground, Refentse, PJ Powers and Matthew Mole.
With the exception of Refentse, who will perform at the Patria Church in the CBD on Wednesday 5 October, the shows will be held at the Outeniqua High School Sports Stadium on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 October.
Freshly Ground, Mole and Watershed are performing on the Friday with Clegg and Powers taking to the stage on the Saturday.
Show tickets will be available at Computicket from midnight on Thursday 1 September and for the first 24 hours until midnight on Friday 2 September tickets are up for grabs at just R100 per ticket.
• Family package (two adults and two kids) - R350 per day
Gates open at 15:00 with the main shows starting at 19:00.
On 30 September a Heritage Parade in York Street will herald in the festival, while two parallel festivals, the Strawberry Festival and the Herold Meander Saxophone Festival on 1 and 2 October will set the tone for the rest of the festival in upbeat style.
Other activities during the George Heritage festival include genealogy workshops, a George Herald newspaper exhibition, a photographic expo, a talent competition with R10 000 awaiting the winner, special heritage parkruns on 1 and 8 October, storytelling at pop-up restaurants, a 'toughest fireman' competition, a heritage walk led by Katot Meyer and a traditional sport day on Saturday 8 October.
The organisers are currently conducting roadshows at various venues in town to encourage citizen participation in the festival and to inform people of how they can get involved.
Roadshows have already taken place in Blanco, Pacaltsdorp and Conville and the next roadshow is in the Lawaaikamp Hall on Monday 29 August followed by a meeting in the George Banquet Hall at the civic Centre on 30 August, a presentation in the Thusong Centre off Nelson Mandela Boulevard in Mgcakan Jeriko Street on 31 August and the final roadshow will be in the Parkdene Hall in Ballot Street on 1 September. All the roadshows start at 18:00.
Watershed.
ARTICLE: ILSE SCHOONRAAD, GEORGE HERALD EDITOR
'We bring you the latest George, Garden Route news'
• Adults - R140 pp per day/weekend pass - R220 pp• Children u15 - R80; children u5 freeJust 60 tickets are available for the VIP deck area with an excellent view of the stage where guests will be treated to champagne and snacks. These select tickets are available at R500 per day or R750 for a weekend pass.The Heritage Festival - a first for George - will be celebrating our shared culture, customs, traditions, sport, stories and memories passed on from our parents and grandparents with a bumper week of activities. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Arts--Entertainment/Entertainment/171258/All-star-lineup-at-George-Heritage-Festival | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/1da0ad79c74b244809b8fb2830418ae2bbe23f8f88f8d26e4d6f76b1e951097d.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-30T06:49:14 | null | 2016-08-30T08:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FNational%2F171263%2FSAA-says-it-can-meet-its-financial-obligations.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160830-082847-048_u0.jpg | en | null | SAA says it can meet its financial obligations | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | South African Airways (SAA) says it is able to meet its financial obligations and it’s not looking for more money from government.
And he says there’s no reason not to fly on the airline to places like Hong Kong.
NATIONAL NEWS - South African Airways (SAA) says it is able to meet its financial obligations and it’s not looking for more money from government.Yesterday, it emerged the airline had placed a notice in a newspaper asking for R16 billion in financing.But the airline says it’s actually asking for help to re-structure its current debt and won’t ask government for another loan guarantee.SAA’s Tlali Tlali says the airline is not about to go bust."We’re able to meet our financial obligations as and when they become due and payable and that should give a level of comfort to our customers." | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171263/SAA-says-it-can-meet-its-financial-obligations | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/f48c2550fe385e319cbaf9da1eb1878907ec5fe1a600169803fadb221a748ebb.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-30T10:49:23 | null | 2016-08-30T11:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FNational%2F171284%2FEskom-ordered-to-hand-over-documents-in-contracts-probe.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160830-115716-698_u0.jpg | en | null | Eskom ordered to hand over documents in contracts probe | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | Public Enterprises Minister Lynne Brown
"I’ve asked Eskom to release the 178-page document to Treasury so that we could put this matter to bed."
NATIONAL NEWS - Public Enterprises Minister Lynne Brown says she's asked Eskom to hand over documents related to a coal contract with Gupta-owned company Tegeta to the National Treasury today.The finance ministry says its efforts to get this information had been met with resistance.Eskom has previously denied claims that proper procedures weren't followed when signing this contract with Tegeta.Brown says she doesn't know if payments were made in advance but has asked Eskom to hand over all documents. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171284/Eskom-ordered-to-hand-over-documents-in-contracts-probe | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/29bd13394a4042d2725c4fa8c30411631c33be397d5913f0b2f9d905c5da745c.json |
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] | 2016-08-31T12:49:57 | null | 2016-08-31T14:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FSport%2FWater-Sports%2F171419%2F2-top-Eden-Aquatics-swimmers-in-national-challenge.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/acltn20160831-140223-429_u0.jpg | en | null | 2 top Eden Aquatics swimmers in national challenge | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | Pictured here together with Chad Le Clos are two star swimmers of Eden Aquatics, Hannah Kiely (York High) on the left and Trisha Pollicutte (Glenwood College).
SOUTHERN CAPE NEWS - This year two swimmers from Fish Eagle Aquatics, Hannah Kiely (York High) and Trisha Pollicutte (Glenwood College), qualified and competed at the SA Short Course Champs in Pietermaritzburg last week.
Swimming South Africa announced changes to the various Levels Galas to be held across the country and will also effect swimming in the Eden District.
Eden Aquatics have two leagues that will be swum together this season with galas getting seeded by times so swimmers will swim with other swimmers with similar times in their heats.
The two local galas are the Eden Junior League Age Group Gala which are for entry level league swimmers who are entered by their schools or clubs and the Eden Senior League Age Group Gala where swimmers will be swimming for their clubs to give the more advanced swimmers opportunity to qualify for the regional level 2 and 3 championship and the National Junior Age Group Championship (previous level 3) hosted by SSA. For both occasions swimmers must be SSA registered.
The Swimming South Africa hosted Championship Galas (Level 1: Provincial) is an entry level gala and gives swimmers the opportunity to compete against other swimmers in the Western Cape. There are no qualifying times and swimmers swim for their clubs. For the Level 2 and 3 Regional Gala qualifying times are set by SSA when swimmers will also swim for their clubs.
South Africa is divided into three regions. The Southern Region include Eastern Cape and Western Cape, the Eastern Region Free state, Mpumalanga, KZN and N Cape and in the Northern Region are Gauteng, Limpopo and North West.
National Junior age group championship is the highest level before Senior Nationals. The qualifying standard is high and are more difficult to achieve. Swimmers will swim for their clubs.
It is swum in a 50m pool.
Once a swimmer has met the qualifying times they swim for the province at the Senior and Youth Nationals which is an open gala with no age groups and the highest level of local competition in South Africa.
For more information visit www.edenaquatics.co.za
'We bring you the latest Garden Route, Klein Karoo, Hessequa news'
The SA Short Course National Championship is also used as the Short Course World Championship qualifying gala and an open gala with no age groups offering the highest level of local competition in South Africa.The SA Senior and Youth National Championship is also used as an Olympic qualifying gala in the Olympic year. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Sport/Water-Sports/171419/2-top-Eden-Aquatics-swimmers-in-national-challenge | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/1065275126d808b95c583d4a2933be4ebef628a8ed2fa8a17f1c62c10049d930.json |
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Due to unforeseen technical problems, our classified advertisements could not be published online and in the newspaper in their entirety this week.
Ons vra om verskoning
Weens onvoorsiene tegniese probleme verskyn slegs ‘n gedeelte van ons geklassifiseerde advertensies aanlyn en in hierdie week se koerant. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Sport/Water-Sports/171282/Jong-hengelaars-wys-hul-staal | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/bae80838cd76e85845ab593197c2148d39a2f54576c374a92297d16835de88d2.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-30T06:49:12 | null | 2016-08-30T08:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FSport%2FFootball%2F171259%2FAllardyce-sticks-with-Rooney-as-England-captain.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160830-080902-579_u0.jpg | en | null | Allardyce sticks with Rooney as England captain | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | England captain Wayne Rooney. Image: twitter.com
"It's all about the personality. Can you handle the responsibility of being captain? I think he [Rooney] has enjoyed the responsibility. Some players don't want that responsibility."
INTERNATIONAL NEWS - Rooney is England's record goalscorer and took on the armband from Steven Gerrard a year ago.Allardyce said Manchester United captain Rooney was "hugely respected by his peers" and has "enjoyed the responsibility" as captain.The England squad is preparing for Sunday's opening 2018 World Cup qualifier in Slovakia.Rooney, 30, led Roy Hodgson's England side during Euro 2016, which ended with a disappointing last-16 exit to international minnows Iceland.But Allardyce said Rooney had been "an excellent captain for England" and as the most senior squad member was the "right choice to lead the team"."You would hope the captain would make a decision on the pitch if he felt it needed to [be made]," said Allardyce, 61. "For me, that's the captain's role. It's a big responsibility at club level and even more so at international level. First and foremost lead by example. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Sport/Football/171259/Allardyce-sticks-with-Rooney-as-England-captain | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/3e9e7163b79d6768e9a02e1953fddcec9f7ab0bf5bc2f12c14a72c92ba963b06.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-29T14:48:52 | null | 2016-08-29T16:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FGeneral%2F171252%2FSkou-lok-meer-mense-as-ooit.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160829-160312-468_u0.jpg | en | null | 'Skou lok meer mense as ooit' | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | We do apologise
Due to unforeseen technical problems, our classified advertisements could not be published online and in the newspaper in their entirety this week.
Ons vra om verskoning
Weens onvoorsiene tegniese probleme verskyn slegs ‘n gedeelte van ons geklassifiseerde advertensies aanlyn en in hierdie week se koerant. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/General/171252/Skou-lok-meer-mense-as-ooit | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/5de233098a1559e8f6c3f616a5962b54397c4d17e292536d20064ca5aa7b020f.json |
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] | 2016-08-29T08:48:38 | null | 2016-08-29T10:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FGeneral%2F171227%2FSeveral-accidents-over-weekend.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160829-101130-480_u0.jpg | en | null | Several accidents over weekend | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | In one of several accidents in and around George this weekend, a woman sustained serious injuries in an accident on the N2 highway near the Garden Route Mall on Saturday at around 18:20.
GEORGE NEWS FLASH - In one of several accidents in and around George this weekend, a woman sustained serious injuries in an accident on the N2 highway near the Garden Route Mall on Saturday at around 18:20.
The woman, who was travelling with her mother from Knysna in a white Mercedes Benz, suffered various injuries and were transported to the Mediclinic George in critical condition. The mother suffered light injuries.
Yesterday morning (Sunday 28 August) around 10:00 a man from Plettenberg Bay lost control of his bakkie, also on the N2 highway approximately 300m from the Garden Route Mall in the direction of Knysna.
According to Johan Prinsloo from ER24 the man drove over the middle man into oncoming traffic before crashing into an embankment. ER24 transported to patients to the George Hospital with minor head injuries.
In the early hours of Sunday morning a man (19) was seriously injured when his bakkie collided with a tree in Van Riebeeck Road in Oudtshoorn. The driver, Johannes Strydom, sustained various injuries and was flown with the AMS helicopter to the Mediclinic George for further treatment.
In another accident between George and Uniondale a young man lost control of his BMW when he allegedly fell asleep, after which the vehicle left the road. The man suffered minor head injuries and was transported by Metro Emergency Services to the Mediclinic George.
In the early hours of Sunday morning a man (19) was seriously injured when his bakkie collided with a tree in Van Riebeeck Road in Oudtshoorn.
'We bring you the latest George, Garden Route news' | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/General/171227/Several-accidents-over-weekend | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/5c4864e8007a8db81dd6f5f11ecd564394a481154115210507d8efbc86cc13c5.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-29T10:48:53 | null | 2016-08-29T12:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FInternational%2F171238%2FSuicide-bomber-kills-45-in-Yemen-Aden-attack--MSF.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160829-123114-412_u0.jpg | en | null | Suicide bomber kills 45 in Yemen Aden attack - MSF | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | A suicide bomber killed at least 45 people when he drove a car laden with explosives into a compound run by local militias in Aden on Monday
Islamist militants have exploited an 18-month-old civil war between the Houthis and Hadi’s supporters and launched a series of attacks targeting senior officials, religious figures, security forces and compounds of the Saudi-led Arab military coalition which supports Hadi.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS - A suicide bomber killed at least 45 people when he drove a car laden with explosives into a compound run by local militias in Aden on Monday, Medicins Sans Frontieres said, in one of the deadliest attacks in the southern Yemeni port city.The official said at least 60 other people were brought into a nearby hospital run by the medical charity in Aden's Mansoura district.No one claimed responsibility for the attack, but it resembled previous suicide bombings which Islamic State said it carried out in the city.A security source said the attack targeted a school compound where conscripts of the Popular Committees, forces allied to the internationally recognised President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi, were gathered for breakfast.The blast rocked the area and sent debris flying, sending residents fleeing, one witness said. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/International/171238/Suicide-bomber-kills-45-in-Yemen-Aden-attack--MSF | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/4e72e059ee0c9b104dfb95135c31ec5eb32f9c34107b4d0ddcbac57f727fd1c1.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T12:51:07 | null | 2016-08-26T11:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FArts--Entertainment%2FEntertainment%2F171185%2FAll-star-lineup-at-George-Heritage-Festival.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/acltn20160826-115558-831_u0.jpg | en | null | All star line-up at George Heritage Festival | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | Johnny Clegg.
GEORGE NEWS - The organisers of the George Heritage Festival have managed to secure the cream of South Africa's musicians to perform at the festival hosted during the first week of October.
Johnny Clegg is performing on Saturday 8 October, while Watershed will perform the day before on Friday 7 October.
George Herald is the very proud media sponsor of the festival and other huge names included in this star studded line-up in George are Freshly Ground, Refentse, PJ Powers and Matthew Mole.
With the exception of Refentse who will perform at the Patria Church in the CBD on Wednesday 5 October, the shows will be held at the Outeniqua High School Sport Stadium on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 October.
Freshly Ground, Mole and Watershed are performing on the Friday with Clegg and Powers taking to the stage on the Saturday.
Show tickets will be available at Computicket from midnight on Thursday 1 September and for the first 24 hours until midnight on Friday 2 September tickets are up for grabs at just R100 per ticket.
Adults - R140 pp per day / weekend pass - R220 pp
Children u15 - R80; children u5 free
Family package (2 adults and 2 kids) - R350 per day
Gates open at 15:00 with the main shows starting at 19:00.
The Heritage Festival - a first for George - will be celebrating our shared culture, customs, traditions, sport, stories and memories passed on from our parents and grandparents with a bumper week of activities.
On 30 September a Heritage Parade in York Street will herald in the festival, while two parallel festivals, the Strawberry Festival and the Herold Meander Saxophone Festival on 1 and 2 October will set the tone for the rest of the festival in upbeat style.
Other activities during the George Heritage festival include genealogy workshops, a George Herald newspaper exhibition, a photographic expo, a talent competition with R10 000 awaiting the winner, special heritage parkruns on 1 and 8 October, storytelling at pop-up restaurants, a 'toughest fireman' competition, a heritage walk led by Katot Meyer and a traditional sport day on Saturday 8 October.
The organisers are currently conducting road shows at various venues in town to encourage citizen participation in the festival and to inform people of how they can get involved.
Roadshows have already taken place in Blanco, Pacaltsdorp and Conville and the next roadshow is in the Lawaaikamp Hall on Monday 29 August followed by a meeting in the George Banquet Hall at the civic Centre on 30 August, a presentation in the Thusong Centre off Nelson Mandela Boulevard in Mgcakan Jeriko Street on 31 August and the final roadshow will be in the Parkdene Hall in Ballot Street on 1 September.
All the roadshows start at 18:00.
Watershed.
ARTICLE: ILSE SCHOONRAAD, GEORGE HERALD EDITOR
'We bring you the latest George, Garden Route news'
Just 60 tickets are available for the VIP deck area with an excellent view of the stage where guests will be treated to champagne and snacks. These select tickets are available at R500 per day or R750 for a weekend pass. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Arts--Entertainment/Entertainment/171185/All-star-lineup-at-George-Heritage-Festival | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/3a4eaa44251fa988f22d3eec7c468c1ac739c562ab8c433f5ff024a04269f38b.json |
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LIFESTYLE NEWS - Debates on a proposed tax for sugar sweetened beverages in South Africa have reached fever pitch with the local food and beverage industry squaring up against the proposed sugary drinks tax expected to be implemented in April 2017.
Professor Karen Hofman and Aviva Tugendhaft provide a few facts.
An average teenager in Soweto consumes double the recommended daily limit through sugar sweetened beverages.
There are many cities and countries that have instituted a sugar tax. These include Mexico, France, Hungary, Chile, Columbia, Brazil, 23 states in the US and the cities of Philadelphia and Berkeley.The introduction of a sugar tax in Mexico in 2014 resulted in a marked difference in consumption patterns. The country is one of the highest consumers of sugary beverages and has one of the highest obesity rates globally. More than one in three adults were classified as obese.After the introduction of a 10% tax, the purchase of sugary beverages fell by 12% in the first year. Studies have also shown that since the tax was implemented people have switched to drinking water.New evidence released in Berkeley in the US this year shows that after a sugar tax was introduced in the city sales of sugar sweetened beverages fell by as much as 20% in some areas.What is important to note is that the introduction of a sugar tax always triggers a much greater level of awareness about why sugar, particularly liquid sugar, is especially harmful.It is well established that taxes are the most effective of several ways to reduce the consumption of sugary beverages. This is because taxes reach the entire population and are easily implemented.About 40% of women and 11% of men suffer from obesity in the country.South Africa needs one. The country has a massive and growing obesity epidemic. Obesity related lifestyle diseases now rival HIV/AIDS and TB in terms of their impact. About 40% of women and 11% of men suffer from obesity in the country. And 25% of teenage girls in rural South Africa are overweight or obese.Across the country, research from the Global Burden of Diseases Nutrition and Chronic Diseases Expert Group shows that chronic diseases result in one death every hour. Obesity not only shortens a person’s lifespan, it also affects their quality of life. It leads to lifestyle diseases that result in strokes, blindness, amputations and kidney failure.This health burden is linked to South Africans' daily sugar consumption. According to the World Health Organisation, people should not consume more than six teaspoons of sugar a day. Most 330ml fizzy sugary beverages contain nine teaspoons of sugar while fruit juices have 10. These sugary drinks have no nutritional value, don’t satisfy hunger and are particularly harmful to the body in liquid form. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/Lifestyle/171242/Why-we-need-sugar-tax | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/e54de197d088a56f9ba2bc322a87de4aff84430960daaa7d68a58563b0e42e28.json |
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EDEN DISTRICT NEWS - The inauguration of the Eden Council is taking place in George today.
Memory Booysen is the new Mayor of the Eden District Muncipality.
Booysen received 21 votes, compared to 13 votes for the ANC candidate, Claudia Lichaba.
The new Deputy Mayor of Eden is Rosina Ruiters, DA councillor from Mossel Bay.
The ANC candidate was Klasie Windvogel from Oudtshoorn.
Ruiters received 20 votes, compared to 14 votes for Windvogel.
The Mayoral Committee (MAYCO) has also just been announced:
• Roads - Tertuis Simmers
• Corporate - Isaya Stemela
• Finance - Jerome Lambaatjeen
• Strategic - Erica Meyer
• Community - Khayalethu Lose
• Rural - Joslyn Johnson
• Local Economic Development - Rosina Ruiters
The new Deputy Mayor of Eden is Rosina Ruiters, DA councillor from Mossel Bay (second from left).
More information to follow as it becomes available.
PHOTOS: MICHELLE PIENAAR
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The touring side, who were swept 3-0 in the test series, lead the five-match ODI series 2-1 going into the fourth contest on Wednesday.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS - Shaun Marsh will miss the remainder of Australia's tour of Sri Lanka after the top-order batsman broke a finger while fielding during Sunday's third one-day international, the country's cricket board has said.Australia have not called up a replacement for Marsh in the two remaining one-dayers but fellow left-handed batsman Usman Khawaja, already a part of the ODI squad, will come in for the two Twenty20 matches against the same opposition."Shaun suffered an injury to his left little finger while fielding in the match yesterday (Sunday)," Australia team physiotherapist David Beakley said in a statement."An X-ray after the match confirmed a fracture and Shaun will now return to Perth to allow time for this to heal." | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Sport/Cricket/171265/Finger-break-ends-SL-tour-for-Marsh | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/6716d70c1bd1973b155645f92977909d6b86bf724cbd0bedaa7e89cddc124646.json |
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GEORGE NEWS - Dr Delene Brink, a medical microbiologist at Pathcare George, says that contrary to press reports during the weekend, there is no outbreak of swine flu in the Garden Route.
She says influenza A is currently prevalent in the area and that the so-called swine flu of 2009 is something of the past.
The H1-N1 virus which caused panic in 2009 is now part of the influenza A strains that has peaked during the winter months.
Brink confirmed that during the weekend the laboratory did report positive influenza A cases, but no H1-N1 swine flu.
The public is advised to contact their GP or local clinic when flu symptoms, including a high temperature, are detected.
If Influenza A is detected early, anti-viral therapy is available on prescription to selected high risk patients, but normally bed rest and supportive therapy are advised. A preventative vaccine is available at all the pharmacies.
ARTICLE: MYRON RABINOWITZ, GEORGE HERALD JOURNALIST
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GEORGE NEWS FLASH - A whopping R300 000 was raised through auction at the 8th annual Carpe Diem School Gourmets and Gourmands evening.
The funds will be allocated to install a wheelchair basketball floor and to upgrade the school's computer room. Seven of the school’s learners were chosen for the Western Cape wheelchair basketball team and they do not have a court to practise on.
Arriving at the school, the 200 guests were welcomed by impis doing a victory dance, candles lighting the pathway and elephant tusks and kudu horns as a backdrop. At this year's Gourmets and Gourmands, again championed by Hartmans and Sons, guests dressed in African attire in keeping with the theme.
The banquet hall was transformed into an African Dream by Fancy Functions and the participating restaurants went all out to capture the spirit of Africa with their food and table decorations.
Frederick Becker of Van Rensburg Auctions once again masterfully led the auctioning of the 20 lots. The bid on a trip for two persons for four nights to Gold Zanzibar Beach House & Spa including full board and lodge, flights, meals plus a safari blue excursion and a trip to Stone Town, was closed on a record amount. The two exquisite timepieces donated by Michél Nunes of Raffaele D’Amato Jeweller, the stainless steel and 18ct yellow gold ladies Ebel Wave and goldplated Michel Herbelin Newport Trophy analogue quarts chronograph also closed on record bids.
Read more in Thursday's George Herald, and online.
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The water flow has been restored and is slowly filling the pipes, but the water pressure is still low.
The water supply will flow normally by tomorrow again.
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"While the recent improvements to the inflation outlook are a positive development, the risks in the policy environment remain too numerous to be able to say definitively that the hiking cycle is over," Mminele said in a speech posted on the bank’s website.
NATIONAL NEWS - South Africa’s rate hiking cycle is not yet over as inflation remained elevated and sharp moves in the rand currency were affecting prices, the central bank’s deputy governor Daniel Mminele said on Friday.Mminele said while the bank recognised the rand’s recent recovery, it was also aware that the trend could be easily reversed and lead to second round effects of food inflation and higher wage demands.He said although headline inflation currently stands at 6.0 percent, on the upper end of the central bank’s target range of between 3 to 6 percent, the bank expected it to remain above the target until the middle of 2017. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171195/Rate-hiking-cycle-not-over-yet | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/eddf6be979e35ea4d5484b06ea66db0afe717bbd79d7ba592d1ab47ce995cf2b.json |
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GEORGE NEWS - The George Heritage Trust will publish a series of images of demolished buildings which are now 'vanished landmarks' over the next few weeks as a run up to the George Heritage Festival set to take place from Saturday 1 to Saturday 8 October.
Much of the interesting architectural heritage of George, which was once the pride of the Garden City, has been lost to development, in many cases without just cause. This series aims to create awareness of the need to conserve and preserve this vanishing heritage.
In the first image of the series, of a York Street scene some 100 years ago, on the left is the home of Mr Borcherd, an attorney. In the foreground is a young palm tree, now a mighty tree, in front of Nedbank building. Next door was Mr Morris, a chemist. His shop was around the corner.
There was a small fruiterer’s shop and next door on the corner of Hibernia Street, was the Old Thatch House (on the site of the Old Mutual), once the home of Michael O’Connell, the first chairman of the Town Council in 1837. On the extreme right across the road was the turreted building of the Standard Bank on the same site as the present bank on the corner of York and Hibernia streets.
The gardens happened to encroach on the 61m-wide street, which was wide enough to turn a wagon with a span of oxen, but only a single track in the middle was used. Almost the whole length of York Street was graced with attractive homes built in interesting architectural styles with beautiful gardens, which today are now merely tarred areas for cars to park.
York Street 100 years ago. This is a digitally coloured copy of a photocopied painting by P van Wyk. For a detailed description of the buildings in the image, please read the accompanying article by Lynn Thompson.
Image: Courtesy of George Museum
• Read about the Bamboo Lodge in the next instalment of Vanished Landmarks.
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The SACP says the ANC has endured tough times before and must not fail to find a solution to disunity within its ranks.
SACP won’t ask Zuma to step down
The SACP’s deputy Secretary General Jeremy Cronin said the organisation cannot call for President Jacob Zuma to step down as that decision is ultimately up to the ANC.
The SACP said calls by the ANC Youth League to have an early elective conference were informed by internal factionalism and has instead suggested a consultative gathering to work on relations in the alliance.
Cronin says one of the lessons they learnt in 2007, ahead of Polokwane, where former president Thabo Mbeki stepped down, is not to get too involved in the politics.
NATIONAL NEWS - The South African Communist Party (SACP) says if African National Congress (ANC) leaders are unable to deal with factionalism they should be prepared for the party’s downfall.The SACP held a central committee meeting in Kempton Park at the weekend where it called on leaders to speak out publically against factionalism.SACP General Secretary Blade Nzimande says factionalism will be the cause of the ANC’s downfall."I can tell you, if we can’t find an answer to it we must begin to kiss our movement goodbye."The party’s Solly Mapaila says ANC leaders need to take a firmer stance against divisions."None of the ANC officials has condemned the Premier League openly and to stop them from being a faction in the ANC." | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171235/Nzimande-warns-ANC-over-factionalism | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/331bec56e411718389baacc6d7ab9597ca3f2203ebfee7b3bdd68589968ae871.json |
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The DA’s youth league was also present and said that black girls needed to be proud of their black hair and they applauded the pupils for standing up in defiance.
The ANC Youth League was also present and asked that girls not be victimised. The country was based on the principle that all could speak their mind. They charged that not all former Model C schools were fully transformed, including this one.
The ANC Women’s League said that “black languages and black hair should not be reduced to funny sounds and nothing”.
The Congress of SA Students (Cosas) also weighed in and said it would “go to the streets and disrupt exams” if its grievances were not addressed within 14 days. They wanted answers as to what had happened to language policy.
NATIONAL NEWS - The DA and ANC youth leagues, as well as its women’s league, have all weighed in on what appears to be alarming levels of institutionalised racism at a school in Pretoria.During an investigative session at Pretoria Girls High School with Gauteng education MEC Panyaza Lesufi, attended by Tshwane mayor Solly Msimanga, the EFF Student Command made a request that all “former Afrikaans schools” be investigated for racism.As school headmistress Karen du Toit and some teachers sat quietly and listened, various groups and individuals took turns to state their case.The EFF demanded that radical transformation was required at the school and all schools like it, because black children could no longer be victimised.The EFF asked that the teachers accused of racism be investigated and fired. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171249/EFF-wants-all-former-Afrikaans-schools-investigated | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/9b01aa0e5563e6065b43dc9b11733ed63d1f4ddf3b0fc4a7f527f1794bb99f7a.json |
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PROPERTY NEWS - The security deposit that landlords request from the tenant secures the protection of their rental investment.
Therefore, it is vital to ensure that the deposit sum is considerable enough to cover the rental property, says Grant Rea, RE/MAX Living Rental Specialist, who works in the Cape Town City Bowl, Atlantic Seaboard and Southern suburbs.
“Either the landlord or their rental agent needs to ensure that they accurately estimate the level of damage deposit the property requires. Historically, a one-month security damage deposit was the norm and it proved generally sufficient in covering damages left by the tenant and the costs of restoring a property to the condition it was in at commencement of the lease.
However, in today’s volatile economic times with the average tenant spending a significant portion of their disposable income on rent, there are more defaults than ever. Generally anything less than two months’ security deposit leaves the landlord at risk of financial loss in the event that their tenant defaults on their last month’s rent or leaves the property with extensive and costly repairs,” says Rea.
He adds that a scenario recently faced by a client, where the tenants had divorced, resulted in the tenants giving notice to vacate, with one spouse moving out prematurely. The consequent financial upheaval meant that they did not pay the last month’s rent. Despite the lease prohibiting this and the tenants receiving notice of the breach of contract with impending legal action - they still did not pay the rent. As a result, the landlord deducted the last month’s rental from their security deposit, which equated to one and a half months rent.
“Unfortunately, within that last month of their lease, the tenant who remained in the property left it in a less than desirable condition. With only half a month’s deposit remaining to restore all the damages, the landlord had to pay towards damages and the consequent legal costs in an effort to recover the funds. This proved a futile waste of time and money. A higher deposit would have remedied this situation,” advises Rea.
Adrian Goslett, Regional Director and Chief Executive Officer of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, says that ideally landlords should have money set aside for unforeseen circumstances such as, issues that are not covered by the home insurance and legal costs should the tenant default. This way they will not be in financial trouble if they are required to pay certain expenses from their own account. He advises that between 5% and 8% of the monthly rental amount should be set aside each month as a precautionary measure.
According to Rea, it is advisable to make deductions off deposits for damages first and to take legal action in the recovery of the outstanding rental as a material part of the lease.
“One must always ensure higher deposits, as in the above mentioned scenario, despite the tenant being exemplary over a two-year period, the demise of their personal relationship, resulted in severe delinquency. It is important to note that a tenant’s conduct and payment regularity can deteriorate swiftly, with hardly any evidence or warning,” says Rea. “Therefore it is best to ensure that the landlord allow themselves leverage, reduced risk and increasing the protection of their property through obtaining a higher security damage deposits,” he concludes.
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The top-ranked Lydia Ko, who has won the event three times, tied for seventh at 275. Two of the her victories in Canada were as an amateur.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS - Thailand's Ariya Jutanugarn closed with a 12-foot birdie putt to easily win the Canadian Women's Open by four strokes on Sunday and post her fifth victory of 2016.The 20-year-old Ariya entered the final round with a two-shot lead and never wavered as she stormed to victory on the Priddis Greens course in Calgary, Alberta.Ariya, of Bangkok, also kept her perfect 54-hole record intact as she has won each time she has led this year heading into the fourth round. She finished in style making birdie on Nos. 12, 14, 15 and 18."I felt like I wanted to have fun and be happy on the course. No matter what's going to happen, I can handle it," said Ariya. "I feel really happy with myself right now."The world No 2 Ariya closed with a six-under 66 to finish at 23-under 265 and beat South Korea's Kim Sei-Young by four strokes.Ariya posted three consecutive wins in May. She added a fourth win at the Women's British Open before going to the Olympics, where she pulled out due to a left knee injury.Southeast Asian players dominated the top of the leaderboard on Sunday, taking the first three spots. There was just one American in the top nine players.Kim shot a closing 65. A two-time tour winner this year, Kim finished in the top 10 for the sixth time in 2016.South Korean Chun In-Gee, the winner of the 2015 US Women's Open, took third at 270 after a 69. Crowd favourite Alena Sharp of Canada wound up a career-best fourth after a 67 left her at 272.Rounding out the top five were Karrie Webb of Australia and Anna Nordqvist of Sweden at 273. Webb closed with a 64 and Nordqvist with a 68. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Sport/Golf/171214/Ariya-blitzes-field-to-win-Canadian-Open | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/6f17e8c6415d1ce34bcae2c22217973c43ad3e6d80b4a28751e9c9bd33531283.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-31T08:49:59 | null | 2016-08-31T10:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FNational%2F171383%2FNational-Assembly-to-vote-on-Mkhwebane-appointment.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160831-100419-520_u0.jpg | en | null | National Assembly to vote on Mkhwebane appointment | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | Busisiwe Mkhwebane
The committee’s report will be debated by the National Assembly next Wednesday.
NATIONAL NEWS - The National Assembly will vote next week on whether Busisiwe Mkhwebane should become the next Public Protector.The committee tasked with finding a successor to Thuli Madonsela yesterday finalised its report to the House, recommending that Mkhwebane take over the reins from Thuli Madonsela.The Democratic Alliance is the only party not in favour of Mkhwebane and has reserved its position.Committee chairperson Makhosi Khoza has overseen the process since the search began in May, allowing for unprecedented transparency and public scrutiny of every candidate.“We are very delighted that we were able to meet the deadline given by Parliament. Parliament expected us to return with the report before the 31st and today is the 30th.” | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/National/171383/National-Assembly-to-vote-on-Mkhwebane-appointment | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/891653f9d132502bc88677afeb2fd1fc76ccf9dba0abc6a68a2bd4105148a7d5.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-30T10:49:31 | null | 2016-08-30T10:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FNews%2FGeneral%2F171281%2FUpdate-Water-pressure-problems.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/ghnwtn20160830-105101-051_u0.jpg | en | null | Update: Water pressure problems | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | GEORGE NEWS - A main water line has burst behind the Hawthornedene area.
Blanco currently has no water. Water will be redirected to allow feed to this area.
This will however impact on the pressure in Heatherlands, Heather Park and Glenbarrie.
The repair will take some time due to the location of the pipe burst.
'We bring you the latest George, Garden Route news' | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/News/General/171281/Update-Water-pressure-problems | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/2c10c9b5730f2f21900f517f20f70c484506b0422f0ac49e1706e8c465e0eccc.json |
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"George Herald"
] | 2016-08-31T12:50:10 | null | 2016-08-31T14:00:00 | George Herald is your local community newspaper from George, bringing you the latest headlines and breaking news from George and surrounding Garden Route, South Africa. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.georgeherald.com%2Fnews%2FSport%2FAthletics%2F171424%2FSuidKaap-atlete-pronk-in-byeenkoms.json | http://www.georgeherald.com/img/acltn20160831-144607-085_u0.jpg | en | null | Suid-Kaap atlete pronk in byeenkoms | null | null | www.georgeherald.com | We do apologise
Due to unforeseen technical problems, our classified advertisements could not be published online and in the newspaper in their entirety this week.
Ons vra om verskoning
Weens onvoorsiene tegniese probleme verskyn slegs ‘n gedeelte van ons geklassifiseerde advertensies aanlyn en in hierdie week se koerant. | http://www.georgeherald.com/news/Sport/Athletics/171424/SuidKaap-atlete-pronk-in-byeenkoms | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.georgeherald.com/674d2f2990b16216518aa7b94fba3012ed98f929a72460eb79cc7bb5817a3666.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:12:21 | null | null | Golfers may have recently noticed the man-made pit forming behind the number two green at the Nakusp Centennial Golf Club. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fsports%2F324158601.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/9478nakuspGolfreno.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Golf cart parkade in the works at Nakusp golf club | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | (L-R): Area-K RDCK Director, Paul Peterson shakes hands with Nakusp Golf Club President, Joe Williams next to the future site of an on-course building that will house golf carts.
Ryan willman
Arrow Lakes News
Golfers may have recently noticed the man-made pit forming behind the number two green at the Nakusp Centennial Golf Club — evidence of a building project that is currently underway. The golf course planning team is working to erect a structure to house 24 golf carts for the golf course, thus moving the carts from their current storage location.
NACFOR broke ground and has been prepping the site for building, which included the removal of a few good size trees, which Nakusp Golf Club president Joe Williams plans to make use of.
The RDCK has also recently approved of a $5000 grant that will be used to support the building project.
“Folks don’t always understand the economic value of having a golf course in town,” Paul Peterson, RDCK Area-K director explained when asked about the grant approval.
Williams went into further detail about the role of the golf course in the community.
“We have members in Edmonton, Calgary, Washington and Okanagan and we have two tournaments that come here from the Okanagan — they come here and stay in the hotels and spend money in town. It works really good for the community, thousands of people come here, golf, then go into town and spend their money,” Peterson added.
With the funding received from the RDCK and NACFOR Williams is confident that the addition of the building to house golf carts will not affect membership fees. “Their support keeps golf in this town affordable for the people who live here, and in return the benefits are that thousands of people come here to golf on this little golf course.” | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/sports/324158601.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/00e73bb5a10d454c191e10af6ab41ea0e3a08158e5ef1e1d98831627f846ed3d.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:09:30 | null | null | Body of 19 year-old missing man found near Nakusp BC | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F389621411.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/BlackNewsMedia-CLR.png?t=12345? | en | null | Body recovered in Halfway River, Nakusp, BC | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | The body of 19 year-old Zacharie Blouin was found in the Halfway River near the community of Nakusp on Sunday.
On July 28 the Nakusp RCMP received a report of an overdue angler. Friends of 19 year-old Zacharie Blouin stated that during a camping trip, Zacharie left the group on Wednesday evening and went fishing along the Halfway River near Nakusp, although he failed to return to camp at the set time, this was not uncommon. The group became concerned when they awoke the following morning and noted he still had not returned. They went looking for him Thursday morning and located some of his personal effects along the riverbank but did not locate the man. Upon receipt of the report, the Nakusp RCMP activated both the Nakusp and Nelson Search and Rescue on Thursday.
Since there is no criminality involved in this incident, the BC Coroner's Service is conducting the investigation. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/389621411.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/645c0c2eb0869cee0b78db4e0d3f48c6b3a07571e5e5553a6fe12f3d191065fb.json |
[
"Jeff Nagel"
] | 2016-08-30T00:49:38 | null | null | Chronic wasting disease is similar to mad cow disease but infects and kills deer, elk and moose | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391677361.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/56631BCLN2007Chronic_Wasting_Disease_Map.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | B.C. wary of deadly deer disease in Alberta | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Known infections of chronic wasting disease in deer and other wildlife as of 2014.
Provincial wildlife officials are concerned that a disease killing deer and elk on the prairies could soon spread into B.C.
Chronic wasting disease, a degenerative nervous system condition similar to so-called mad cow disease, has been discovered in an animal 30 kilometres southeast of Edmonton.
That's the furthest west – by about 100 kilometres – that biologists have detected the deadly disease and the discovery intensifies concerns that infected deer may make their way to B.C.
No infected animals have been found yet in B.C. but wildlife health staff are stepping up monitoring efforts in the Peace and Kootenay regions, where deer are most at-risk.
Hunters are being asked to help by donating deer, elk and moose heads for analysis. Drop-off locations are listed at www.stopchronicwastingdisease.ca.
Anyone who encounters a sick or dead deer is urged to report it to B.C.'s wildlife health program by emailing wildlifehealth@gov.bc.ca.
Although chronic wasting disease is similar to bovine spongiform encephalopathy, Alberta's agriculture and forestry ministry says there's no evidence it can infect humans, but notes the World Health Organization advises against allowing any meat source possibly infected by prions into the human food system.
It's thought to be unlikely that the disease could spread to domestic cattle or bison.
Outbreaks on game farms typically result in quarantines and culls.
Transmission is through saliva, urine and feces and is thought to be more likely to occur where elk and deer are crowded or congregate at man-made feed and water stations, according to the Alberta ministry.
Most of the Canadian cases have been in Saskatchewan. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391677361.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/c2c47d5914f5567c489818c36b647b33179d92e4706b5df689b90e6019b82892.json |
[
"Jeff Nagel"
] | 2016-08-26T13:08:44 | null | null | Cities seek government action to 'level playing field' with existing hotels, avoid loss of long-term rentals to vacation market | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F390614501.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/20593BCLN2007AirbnbVancouvermap2.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Airbnb, housing issues get spotlight at UBCM | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Map from tracking service Inside Airbnb shows locations of more than 4,700 Airbnb listings in Vancouver.
Municipal leaders will next month debate what to do about online accommodation booking services like Airbnb, which are blamed for shifting part of the long-term rental supply to more lucrative vacation rentals while dodging the taxes that existing hotel and B&B operators pay.
Four resolutions will be before the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in Victoria in September to seek provincial government regulation of short-term rentals to "level the playing field" with conventional operators.
People renting out rooms, suites or entire homes through Airbnb avoid paying a variety of taxes – from higher commercial property tax rates to sales and room taxes – that represent up 25 to 30 per cent of a regular room's costs, according to one resolution from the Sun Peaks mountain resort municipality.
It demands "taxation fairness" and an equitable competitive environment between all providers and notes local tourism promotion may also be harmed because those marketing campaigns are often funded by a two to three per cent room tax.
The City of Vancouver's resolution warns the "explosive growth" of online accommodation platforms has created an urgent need "to protect affordable housing stock for long-term residents."
Vancouver urges the province to collect all applicable sales taxes at point of purchase on daily private room rentals. It notes that provincial regulations already require operators with four or more units to collect and remit PST and hotel room taxes but the government hasn't yet enforced that against online booking operators.
There are nearly 5,000 Airbnb listings within the City of Vancouver – which city councillors say often consist of homes that have been taken out of the long-term rental supply.
The rental vacancy rate is under one per cent in both Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
The tracking site Inside Airbnb shows nearly 1,700 listings are in Victoria and the Capital Regional District.
But smaller B.C. municipalities as farflung as Tofino and Nelson have also been grappling with how to respond, sometimes facing resistance from locals who want to keep earning extra money from bookings through Airbnb or VRBO.
The provincial government has been consulting with municipalities and other stakeholders about potential regulation of so-called sharing economy services such as Airbnb, and particularly the ride-hailing app Uber.
Community Minister Peter Fassbender has yet to report his findings or issue recommendations, and an official in his ministry said the consultations are ongoing.
Another housing issue before the UBCM is the use of "renovictions" by landlords to evict tenants on the pretense of major renovations in order to charge much higher rent to a new tenant.
A New Westminster resolution would ask the province to give renters the right of first refusal to return to their old unit at a rent no more than what could have been charged had they stayed.
Langley City wants the province to create two separate residential property tax classes for single family homes and multifamily strata units.
The municipality argues single family houses have risen much faster in assessed value than condos and house owners as a result have ended up shouldering a much greater share of local property taxes. Creating a new multifamily class would let cities charge different and presumably higher rates to condo dwellers to narrow that difference. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/390614501.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/76fb57c62c3384932a06287b8741ee37718de1b67fd6736c08dd46e526744599.json |
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"Canadian Press"
] | 2016-08-26T13:10:04 | null | null | Stops in B.C. also include Bella Bella and Haida Gwaii | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F390901961.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/90869BCLN2007image.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Royals to visit Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna during Canadian visit | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | More details have been released about the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's upcoming visit to Canada.
Kensington Palace tweeted Monday morning that Prince William and his wife, Kate, will visit Vancouver, Victoria, Bella Bella, Haida Gwaii and Kelowna in B.C. as well as Whitehorse and Carcross in Yukon.
It says the trip will take place between Sept. 24 and Oct. 1.
This will be the royal couple's second visit to Canada. Their first, following their 2011 wedding, took them to Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Charlottetown, Summerside, Yellowknife, Calgary and Slave Lake after that community was ravaged by a forest fire.
The then-newlyweds drew large crowds wherever they went, including a packed Canada Day gathering on Parliament Hill.
The visit was also seen as a way to engage young Canadians with the monarchy, given the perception of waning interest compared to that of older Canadians.
The couple's children, George and Charlotte, are reportedly slated to accompany their parents on their Canadian trip.
Canadian Heritage Minister Melanie Joly said it will be a pleasure to greet the royal delegation.
"We're very excited to have the duke and duchess in the country," she said.
"It will be a great trip in B.C., in the Yukon, and I look forward to meeting them and I'm convinced that the prime minister and his wife will be very positive in greeting them to the country as well."
The Canadian Press | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/390901961.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/5a948a685fb68528b4b0d4aba1782eb374e2df9f952c1ffbabf46d3d8c23d8d1.json |
[
"Tom Fletcher"
] | 2016-08-26T13:10:15 | null | null | No increase for carbon tax, 2020 greenhouse gas reduction abandoned as forests, natural gas industry focus of efforts | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F390745581.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/76488BCLN2007ClarkTrudeauParisflags7web.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Tree planting, gas leaks next in climate plan | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Premier Christy Clark meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the Paris climate summit last year. Both have been accused of a lack of follow-up since then.
The B.C. government has given up on its 2020 goal for greenhouse gas emissions and is looking to tree planting, agricultural efforts and cleaning up the natural gas industry to reach its longer-term goals.
Premier Christy Clark announced the province's latest plan Friday, confirming that it would not proceed with its advisory committee's key recommendation to resume increasing its carbon tax on fuels in 2018.
That committee concluded that even with aggressive increases in the tax, the 2020 goal to reduce emissions by a third from the 2007 baseline would not be met. Clark said the other measures the government is announcing will put it on track for the 2050 goal, to eliminate 80 per cent of the province's greenhouse gas output.
Clark said B.C. can't keep adding to its carbon tax until other provinces catch up, or the federal government mandates a national price on carbon.
The plan targets 45 per cent reduction by 2025 in gas industry infrastructure built before 2015, to stop natural gas from escaping. It provides few details, referring to incentives and a credit program to for new industry infrastructure to reduce "fugitive and vented emissions" of unburned gas, which has 20 times the greenhouse effect of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Sybil Seitzinger, executive director of the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions, said the plan shows B.C. has "a long way to go" in meeting its goals.
The "heavy lifting" of cutting emissions by 12 million tonnes a year will fall to the forestry and agriculture sector, but there are few details on how that will be achieved, Seitzinger said.
Susan Yerkovich, president of B.C.'s Council of Forest Industries, praised the commitment to replant and rehabilitate up to 3,000 square km of forest affected by wildfire and mountain pine beetle infestation.
NDP environment critic George Heyman said B.C. has missed targets already and now has removed targets until 2050.
"Christy Clark went to the Paris climate change negotiations with a personal videographer, but as soon as the photo opportunity passed, so did her interest," Heyman said.
Green Party leader Andrew Weaver said the government's commitment to liquefied natural gas development is contrary to its greenhouse gas plan, with emissions from LNG processing excluded from restrictions and no more increases to the carbon tax. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/390745581.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/80ee5e01e5dac9260be945bef48b23e92ca137e0924d1a429be07351ba1856e2.json |
[
"Shannon Lough"
] | 2016-08-26T13:10:24 | null | null | Two months after having an endoscopy Joan Dudoward received a letter telling her that the endoscope used was not cleaned properly. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391353941.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/73852princerupertWEB.Joan-Dudoward.SL.35.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | VIDEO: Prince Rupert woman treated with unclean medical equipment, Northern Health, B.C. Centre for Disease Control confirms more than a hundred affected | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | A routine check-up at the hospital has turned into a nightmare for a Prince Rupert woman.
A month-and-a-half after having an endoscopy to inspect her nose and throat, Joan Dudoward received a letter from Northern Health stating that the endoscope used at the Prince Rupert Regional Hospital was not cleaned properly.
From April until the end of June 2016, the endoscope, which is a flexible tube with a light and a camera used in nonsurgical procedures, was being cleaned with the wrong cleaning solution to disinfect the equipment. There were 104 patients affected and Dudoward was one of them.
“I was majorly stressed out,” she said in an exclusive interview with the Northern View. “I'm a cancer survivor. I try to keep my health up for my mom, I'm a caregiver for a 95-year-old woman.”
Dudoward had gone to the Prince Rupert hospital for an endoscopy on June 29 at 3:30 p.m. after complaining to her physician about reoccurring plugged ears and a sore throat. She received the letter from Northern Health on Aug.24, which stated the error did not impact the diagnostic outcome of the tests and the process error has been corrected.
The letter also states that the BC Centre for Disease Control has been consulted and “the risk of a patient being exposed to a virus as a result of this process error is extremely low.” The contact number for the director of acute care services is offered in case she has any other questions or concerns. Dudoward has many.
She called to find out why the instrument wasn't cleaned, what had happened and how many people had gone through the procedure before and after her. “She said she's not permitted to tell me anything about this,” was the response Dudoward said she received.
The vice-president of medicine for the Northern Health authority, Dr. Ronald Chapman, was quick to respond to media inquiries and stressed the importance of transparency. He said, based on previous experience, once they realized the mistake had occurred they consulted the BC Centre for Disease Control as well as the Northern Health infectious disease specialist in Prince George.
“The risk for the patient is extremely low. We're not concerned that it will at all have any negative impact on their health,” Dr. Chapman said. He added that it's Northern Health's policy to make patients aware even if the risk to them is low. “We believe it's important to be open with those patients and to be fairly transparent so at least they are aware of the mistake. In this case, we don't recommend any particular follow up or tests for the patients.”
This type of process error has happened before, Dr. Chapman confirmed. Not with the same scope, but he said there are many different endoscopes used and each are made by different manufacturers that have various recommendations on how to clean the equipment.
“The health sector is run by human beings and it's fairly complex. If mistakes do happen what we encourage our staff to do is to make management aware so they can learn from that experience,” he said. “I'm happy to say where those mistakes have happened in our environment, a process has been put in place and we haven't had any repetitions after some of those learning experiences.”
For the 104 patients that were affected by this incident, Dr. Chapman said their general practitioners have been notified and if they have any questions they can speak to them and the infectious disease specialist. They can also contact Northern Health's Patient Care Quality Officeto register a complaint.
For Dudoward, who had a bone marrow transplant in 2011 to battle leukemia, she is concerned and has already scheduled a meeting with her physician in early September.
“I'm thinking that my body is not going to be able to fight off infection like I was able to before the cancer because chemo takes a lot out of your body so this is like a bomb exploding in my life,” she said. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391353941.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/886767fe72f0ab95b3e3ad1ed87188974812028f5d498fef53d53542004b55a6.json |
[
"Chelsea Novak"
] | 2016-08-26T13:08:56 | null | null | Red Mountain Resort launched an equity crowd funding campaign Tuesday, inviting members of the community to invest in new capital projects. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391078391.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/53430trailRedWeb.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Red Mountain Resort launches crowd funding campaign on Start Engine | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Red Mountain Resort launched a new equity crowd funding campaign on Tuesday, inviting members of the community to invest in new capital projects for the resort and own a piece of the mountain.
The campaign, branded “Fight the Man, Own the Mountain,” was launched on Start Engine, a site similar to Kickstarter or Indiegogo, except that instead of investors receiving rewards based on the amount they’ve contributed, they receive equity. In this case, investors will receive a shareholder certificate of limited partnership in Red Mountain Ventures.
Right now Red is in the “testing the waters” phase under regulation A of the United States Securities Act of 1933. Those who reserve an investment on Start Engine are only indicating their interest and will be under no obligation to actually invest if and when the company decides to move to phase two. If Red does move to phase two, interested investors will receive more information, including a valuation of the company, which will determine how many shares their investment gets them.
“If we get enough interest, in dollars, then we’ll go to the lawyers and we’ll go the accountants, and come out in March or April with all the SEC [Securities and Exchange Commission] documents, and all the Canadian documents, and all the audited statements for the previous two years,” explains Katkov.
In addition to shares, Red is also offering perks for each level of investment.
“We wanted to give people immediate benefits to invest and then obviously long-term benefits of being a shareholder,” says Howard Katkov, chairman and CEO of Red Mountain Ventures.
There are six tiers, and each comes with rewards. The first tier is $1,000 and investors will gain access to a new club house at the top of Grey Mountain and will support a new, local academic scholarship that Red plans to create — both of these rewards are shared with the other five tiers as well.
The second tier, at $3,500, includes custom designed skis or a custom snowboard and a total of 10 transferable adult lift tickets, good for five years. The third tier, at $5,000, includes everything in the first two tiers, plus one adult season pass for one year that can be activated within a five-year period. With a $7,500 investment, investors enter tier four, where they receive all the rewards in the first two tiers, plus either a one-year family season pass or two one-year adult season passes.
Tier five, at $10,000, ups the ante with everything in tier four plus an extra pair of custom designed skis or a custom snowboard and access to the six overnight on-mountain cabins that Red is planning to build on Grey. At tier six, a $25,000 investment, investors receive everything in tier five, but instead of the choice between a one-year family pass and two one-year adult passes, they have the choice between one five-year family season pass and two seven-year adult season passes.
Red Mountain is looking for $10 million in investment, and as of this writing there are already 151 reservations with $459,501 reserved. Possible future capital projects include not only the club house and overnight on-mountain cabins for Grey, but a restaurant on Grey, remodeling Paradise lodge, additional run development for expanded cat skiing on Mount Kirkup, the extension of the Silverlode chair to allow access to Granite Mountain and Grey, a multi-use summer trail from the base to the top of Grey and connecting to Seven Summits, and a youth hostel.
“If we really hit it out of the park we want to build a funky, European style youth hostel at the base for young people who can’t afford condos or hotels,” explains Katkov.
Katkov wants to be clear that the crowd funding campaign is for future capital projects that Red Mountain Resort wants to undertake; the company isn’t crowd funding because it’s in trouble.
“Red Mountain has had the most successful year last year in revenue, skier visits and profitability in its 67-year history,” says Katkov. “So I started looking at this eight months ago, as a way to raise capital for future projects and to give our fans and our customers, who have an emotional connection with our brand, an opportunity to invest in the company.”
In the PR materials released for the campaign Katkov refers to “our shared community values.” Given that investment is open to residents of BC, Alberta and the US, we asked him if community referred to Rossland or the ski community at large. Katkov, who splits his time between Rossland and San Diego, Cali., replied, “Rossland community. I don’t differentiate Rossland and the ski mountain. I mean the people that work at our mountain live in Rossland, the people that ski at Red live in Rossland. I think that the ski resort, and the way we operate it, and our strategy, lines up with how the community would like to see the ski resort grow for future generations.”
The PR materials also emphasize that Red is an independent ski hill, not owned by a MegaResort and of course the name of the campaign itself calls on investors to “fight the man.” Asked how he’d respond to Rosslanders who, confronted by lift ticket prices at Red, might consider him “the man,” he said, “This is a business: I don’t go to Ferraro’s and tell them what they should sell their fruit for; I don’t go to the chocolate lady and say what she should sell her chocolate for; I don’t tell Petri [Raito of Rossland Beer Company] what he should sell his beer for, but if I think it’s good value, I pay for it.”
Katkov points out that money had to be spent on the Grey Mountain expansion and there are of course the regular costs of doing business, such as insurance and taxes, which need to be paid even in a bad year.
“I’m a good man; I’m not that ‘man,’” says Katkov. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391078391.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/362fb3d8bc1bcdf71d3b71073534e4176a180f6f44c18ca108b44073c457f8a2.json |
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"Canadian Press"
] | 2016-08-28T22:49:22 | null | null | Talks continue, with rotating overtime ban set to begin Monday if no agreement by midnight Sunday | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391545211.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/68221BCLN200782072cranbrookdailyCPweb.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Postal workers union give details of job action if no deal is reached Sunday | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | OTTAWA – Contract talks continue between Canada Post and its largest union, but neither side is hinting as to whether any progress has been made.
A federally appointed mediator has been meeting with the two sides since Friday to try to reach a deal.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says if there is no deal by midnight, it would begin job action on Monday by having its members refusing to work overtime on a rotating basis, starting in Alberta and the Northwest Territories.
CUPW served 72 hour strike notice Thursday night, accusing Canada Post of forcing a labour disruption by refusing to bargain in good faith.
The two sides have been deadlocked for months on the issues of pay scales for rural letter carriers and proposed changes to pensions for future employees.
A CUPW news release says the initial job action will cause little disruption to Canada Post customers and that its members will still be delivering mail every day.
The Canadian Press | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391545211.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/349c36c1f59eaf8e92bd579cb3dc61e5425457f84be269df0bb492c575edf8c5.json |
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"Jillian Trainor"
] | 2016-08-26T13:12:15 | null | null | The Nakusp Falcons gave their all in their first game of the year. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fsports%2F337772661.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/BlackNewsMedia-CLR.png?t=12345? | en | null | Nakusp Falcons Peewee teams hosts first game of the season | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Things got off to a bit of a rocky start for the Nakusp Falcons Peewee team.
They lost their first game of the season 6-4, against the Grand Forks Bruins on Oct. 25.
The tone of the game was set early, with the Bruins scoring the first goal of the game not 30 seconds into the first period. Nakusp was able to retaliate with a goal within two minutes.
By the end of the first period, Nakusp had scored again.
Two minutes into the second period, the Bruins had scored again, tying up the game.
By the end of the period, the score was 4-3 in favour of Grand Forks.
Though parents and hockey fans alike cheered and encouraged the Falcons, the Bruins couldn’t be caught.
In a last ditch effort to score, the Falcons’ goalie was taken out in the last 45 seconds of the third period in order to get an extra player on the ice.
Despite the loss, head coach Wayne Hascarl is confident in the abilities of his players.
“This was our first game, and they’re going to improve from here,” he said. “They played well.”
Practices for the team have been going well, and Hascarl knows the work ethic of the team has been a great help.
“Practices are Tuesdays and Thursdays and they work hard. That’s what it’s about.”
The Falcon’s Atom team fared a bit better.
They hosted the third game of their season on Oct. 25 against the Nelson Leafs Atom team and defeated the Leafs with a score of 6-2.
“We only have ten players, but they’re working hard,” said head coach Mike Smith. “We’ve got a few new kids that are doing really well.”
So far, the Atom team hasn’t been beat.
The average age for the Atom team is 8-10. Because there was no midget team this year, there are a couple of younger players.
“We have a couple of novice kids and they get used to each other, and they’ve all played together for a few years now,” said Smith
Both teams have games in the coming weekend, and fans are encouraged to come out and cheer for their teams. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/sports/337772661.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/8c32c306e013ff81f19c43ec26e519b5732f4afd5fef46ba051b920aaba384f5.json |
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"Canadian Press"
] | 2016-08-26T13:09:08 | null | null | Notice means delivery could be cancelled as early as Monday | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391302051.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/68221BCLN200782072cranbrookdailyCPweb.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Postal union issues strike notice after it says Canada Post refused special mediator | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | The union representing most workers at Canada Post has issued a 72-hour notice of job action as it tries to bargain a collective agreement with the Crown corporation.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says the notice spells out what actions it is planning, but stops short of a full-blown walkout.
CUPW national president Mike Palecek says Canada Post forced the labour disruption by refusing to accept a request from the federal labour minister to continue negotiations with the help of a special mediator.
But a spokesman for the agency says that's not the case.
The union's strike mandate was set to expire at midnight.
The two sides have been in negotiations for more than nine months but are far apart on key issues including pay equity for rural carriers and proposed changes to the Canada Post pension plan.
The Canadian Press | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391302051.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/aa6251cbd01cd6e6bef441deb971141e906b46a69aece329d61496ccc870e62e.json |
[
"Jeff Nagel"
] | 2016-08-26T13:09:42 | null | null | $60 a year increase for most drivers once optional auto insurance increase is included | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391304001.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/52753BCLN2007CarcrashLangleyfile.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | ICBC seeks 4.9 per cent basic rate hike as crashes, costs climb | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | ICBC wants to increase basic auto insurance rates by 4.9 per cent – the fifth straight annual increase – as it continues to grapple with rising numbers of crashes, claims and dramatically increasing costs.
The typical driver will pay $3.50 a month or $42 a year more for basic insurance if the hike is approved.
But the corporation is also raising optional rates by 2.8 per cent so the average customer who buys both basic and optional insurance with ICBC will see their insurance bill rise $5 a month, or $60 a year.
ICBC CEO Mark Blucher said the basic rate hike would have been much worse – 15.5 per cent translating into a $130 annual premium increase – had the province not approved another major transfer of $472 million from the optional to the basic side of operations.
A compounding factor has been the long decline of interest rates, which result in less investment income revenue to ICBC.
"These external pressures have really created a perfect storm and it's a really significant challenge for the organization," Blucher said in an interview Thursday.
ICBC had raised rates 5.5 per cent a year ago, and the province's rate smoothing policy requires the annual change be within 1.5 per cent of the previous year's increase.
The number of crashes has climbed 15 per cent in two years and damage claims are up 11 per cent.
Vehicles are increasingly reliant on technology and expensive materials that have become more costly in recent years as the loonie sagged against the U.S. dollar.
Despite much safer vehicles, injury claims have soared to $2.4 billion, up 60 per cent from $1.5 billion in 2008.
"We've seen no evidence that these strong trends are abating," Blucher said. "In fact, if anything, they're continuing to escalate going forward."
Blucher also noted there are more cars on the road in B.C. today – 3.1 million up from 2.8 million in 2011 – and people are driving more because of cheaper gas, contributing to more accidents, particularly in densifying urban areas.
And he pointed to personal injury lawyers as an aggravating cause of ICBC's spiralling claims costs.
"B.C. is the only province in Canada where you can sue another motorist for even a minor traffic accident," Blucher said, noting an increase in lawyer-represented claims and advertising by injury law firms.
Internal operating costs have been cut by $186 million a year, and ICBC is counting on more savings ahead, through its modernization program, by more aggressively combatting insurance fraud and from a hoped-for drop in distracted driving as motorists respond to stiffer penalties.
But transfers from the optional side to bolster the basic side will likely be needed for the foreseeable future, Blucher said, because basic premiums can't keep up with rising costs.
In a surprise move, the B.C. government will this year forgo extracting its usual $160-million annual dividend from ICBC's optional side into general revenue.
"Forgoing the dividend this particular year is one strategy amongst a litany of others we're employing to get that basic trate increase down," Transportation Minister Todd Stone said.
Stone said the $514 million the province has transferred out of ICBC in dividends since 2012 is small compared to the $1.4 billion over the same period that has been shifted from the competitive optional side to basic to apply downward pressure on basic rates.
The minister would not say if the government would permanently give up the ICBC dividend.
Adrian DIx, the NDP critic for ICBC, said the dividends to government have exceeded $1.2 billion since 2010 and predicted they'll resume after next year's election because the BC Liberals are "addicted" to using ICBC as a "profit centre."
Dix said the reliance on shifting huge amounts of capital from optional to basic raises troubling questions.
"Next year they've got to find that $472 million," Dix said. "What they've done is create a disaster at ICBC and their only hope is to deceive the voters until after the election."
He said ICBC's new move to hire more claims staff underscores problems with completing the computer modernization that was supposed to make operations more efficient.
"The transformation project has taken longer than World War 2 and is not close to finished."
ICBC's basic rates rose 11.2 per cent in 2012 and at least five per cent every year since.
The new rate hike is subject to B.C. Utilities Commission approval.
ICBC Rate Pressure Charts | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391304001.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/4fa363107829cfe20a47123736bcc8a34cf2cf10f2841eb00586c3cd53aec491.json |
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"Canadian Press"
] | 2016-08-31T00:49:48 | null | null | Two sides avert job action that has loomed for months | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391803281.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/18051BCLN2007Canada_Post_TruckWikimediaCommons.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Canada Post, postal union reach tentative deals | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have reached tentative agreements, averting the prospect of a labour dispute that has loomed over the talks for months.
In a statement, Labour Minister MaryAnn Mihychuk says the agreements were reached "voluntarily," but provides no other details about the deals themselves.
The issue of differences in paycheques for rural mail carriers — most of whom are women — and urban letter carriers had been at the forefront of protracted contract talks between the two sides.
The negotiations were extended twice since the weekend, when a deadline expired on a 72-hour job action notice issued last Thursday by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers.
The two sides were in talks nearly around the clock at the request of a special mediator appointed Friday by Mihychuk.
Canada Post described the tentative agreements as short-term. It said they are for two years and that four-year contracts were typically negotiated in the past.
"The agreements will avert a work disruption, bringing much-needed certainty in the postal system for our employees and customers," said Canada Post in a statement. "Canadians can now use the postal system with confidence."
The tentative agreements, however, still must be ratified by the members.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is Canada Post's largest union, representing more than 50,000 postal workers
The Canadian Press | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391803281.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/e21e84b643f25a2b80e5d16bb976ada16f7e24ada177ebdf624bbeb0a0467835.json |
[
"Tom Fletcher"
] | 2016-08-26T13:09:52 | null | 2014-02-04T00:00:00 | Guns intercepted at Pacific region border crossings up 116 per cent compared to this time last year | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391214101.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/12413BCLN2007Gunsabb-HuntingtonCBSA2014-2.4.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | U.S. border gun seizures double | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Guns seized from visitors entering Canada at the Huntington-Abbotsford border crossing, 2014.
Canadian Border Services Agency has seen a 116 per cent increase in the number of firearms seized in the Pacific Region in the first half of 2016.
With a 10 per cent increase also recorded in the Prairie region, the CBSA is working with U.S. officials on a firearms awareness campaign to remind Americans about restrictions on bringing guns into Canada.
"Attempting to smuggle firearms across the border can result in immediate forfeiture, hefty fines and even significant jail time," said Kim Scoville, CBSA's regional director general for the Prairie region.
Visitors entering the border inspection line should declare any firearms at their first opportunity. Border services officers will take possession of the weapon if it is declared, but the visitor has the option of shipping it back under CBSA supervision or surrendering it without prosecution.
The RCMP has procedures for visitors bringing firearms into Canada | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391214101.html | en | 2014-02-04T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/ea3f31025a2ffa3b1b92f33179770bfe53a62a2e07da50809553667e917279e9.json |
[
"Tom Fletcher"
] | 2016-08-29T18:49:36 | null | null | Province has alternatives if Canada Post employees begin strike action | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391636531.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/40679BCLN2007CanadaPostMailboxwikim7web.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | B.C. prepares for possible postal disruption | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | The B.C. government's plan B for income assistance cheques and other time-sensitive documents could be re-activated as the long-running Canada Post labour dispute reaches another deadline.
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is in a legal position to strike as of Monday, but postponed threatened rotating strike action after weekend talks with a federal mediator. Its initial action would be an overtime ban rather than a full-scale walkout that would disrupt mail delivery.
Canada Post served lockout notice in July, with the two sides far apart on issues including pension changes for future employees and pay for rural carriers.
Income assistance, rent subsidy and other B.C. government payments are not affected if they are direct deposit. For mailed cheques and information, updates on possible postal strike effects to the Ministry of Social Development will be available as necessary at this website or at 1-866-866-0800.
Phone and online contacts are set up for questions about affected provincial departments:
• Ministry of Advanced Education and StudentAidBC online here.
• Ministry of Children and Family Development 1-877-387-7027
• Medical Services Plan payments online here or 1-877-405-4909
• ICBC inquiries 1-800-663-3051
• Family Maintenance and Enforcement program 604-660-2528
• Public Guardian and Trustee online here or 604-660-4444
• Vital Statistics 1-888-876-1633
• WorkSafe BC online here or 1-888-967-5377 | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391636531.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/1762c32e69d166f4def0cbd7c3f01f6543f93c5ced02c943d0c538e829c1a417.json |
[
"Jillian Trainor"
] | 2016-08-26T13:12:52 | null | null | Hockey season in the West Kootenays has begun, but there are some differences this year. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fsports%2F337758861.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/BlackNewsMedia-CLR.png?t=12345? | en | null | Hockey season has begun | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | It's time to put on that gear and lace up those skates. Hockey season has arrived.
There are three teams this year: Novice: with 18 players, Atom with 10 players, and Peewee, with 16 players. Because of low enrolment, there will be no bantam or midget teams.
Nakusp isn't the only town having issues with enrolment. It's a problem across the West Kootenays. The rep teams for Castlegar and Nelson, who used to compete against each other, have had to combine.
Travel could be an issue for some families. With games happening in places like Castlegar, Nelson, and Spokane, getting to and from each venue can take a lot of time. Time which some families might not have. Funding might be another issue for families. Kids may want to play, but parents might not be able to afford things like hockey gear.
If a family does need help with funding, there is KidsSport. The application is right on the registration form, but it's up to the individual families to apply. The names of those who do apply are kept confidential.
Atoms are hosting a tournament this coming weekend, which will also be the first games played by the local teams this season. Atoms play Castlegar on Sat. Oct. 24 at 11:30 a.m. and Spokane at 2 p.m. They challenge Nelson on Sun. Oct. 25 at 10:15 a.m. The Peewees play against Castlegar at 12 p.m. Come on down and cheer for your Minor Hockey teams. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/sports/337758861.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/61d32b9b79376bd6a6f9d90ce78310976ca67c20085ae1eb032b45f8f0a8c576.json |
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[] | 2016-08-26T13:12:08 | null | 2015-09-10T00:00:00 | Sufferfest 2015 enjoyed another successful year with enthusiastic athletes participating from across western Canada. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fsports%2F326515361.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/37114nakuspScreenShot2015-09-10at4.21.18PM.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Kootenay Sufferfest rocked the waterfront | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | (Top): Nakusp hosted the final events at the gazebo across from Nakusp public beach. (Inset): Jean Lancaster won the bike donated by Shon’s Cycle in Nakusp. Jean, 80 years old, was the oldest competitor at the race and after finishing a 12km run in Kaslo volunteered the next day at the Nakusp Sufferfest site. (Bottom left): Born legally blind, Taite Hoyem from Calgary, Alberta placed first in his age division for the the Junior Duathlon. (Bottom right): The Homegrown Honeys, placed first in the Corporate Challenge and took home this sweet bike from one of the gold sponsors, Shon’s Cycle in Nakusp.
Christy Isbell
Arrow Lakes News
Sufferfest 2015 enjoyed another successful year with enthusiastic athletes participating from Revelstoke, Calgary, Canmore, Rossland, New Denver, Burton and Nakusp. The three-day event started on Saturday Sept. 5 in Kaslo; competitions continued in New Denver and Nakusp had the privilege of hosting the Kootenay Sufferfest final events at the Gazebo across from Nakusp Public Beach.
Cyclists, runners, volunteers and spectators gathered to enjoy a fast paced showcase of local athletes who kept up with the seemingly unending energy of the local children participating.
The Corporate Challenge was a duathlon of running and biking that used the old railway trail and Nakusp waterfront for a challenging public course. The “Homegrown Honeys” placed first, “The Animals” from the S.P.C.A. placed second and the ladies from the Nakusp Public library, “The Folios” brought home third place.
The “Furry Forty” was a 40k loop that involved local and travelling characters in costumes and an abundance of determination. Female winners were Erica Pataki in first place, homegrown Karen Anderson in second place and Roan English in third place.
Mens division in the “Furry Forty” heralded Karl Sefara, Eric Ross and Don Zinzelmeir with gold, silver and bronze homemade medals.
The “Tour De’ Nakusp” was taken by Mike Thomas who was seen enjoying a complimentary strawberry twizzler and H2o shortly after his triumphant win.
The Female Duathlon saw Robin Thomas with first place, Tammy Macpherson taking second and Rebecca Long in third place after taking multiple wins and participating in both the Kaslo and New Denver events. Mens division had Lorne Mclennan and Kip Drobish placing first and second respectively.
In the Junior Girls Duathlon Kolibri Drobish placed first, Zoe Larson was second with Jaklyn Elliott in third place. Junior Boys Duathlon saw Elias Lampimaki in first place, Ezra Allen in second and Ryder Mclellan in third.
The hero of the day was unaniomously greeted with thunderous applause and heartfelt cheers on the homestretch when Taite Hoyem from Calgary crossed the finish line with arms raised to the crowds. Taite was born legally blind and at 15 yrs. old, placed first in his age category for the Junior Decathlon. He navigated the course with sweat, determination and a huge smile taking his medal with a pride shared by every competitor that participated in the event.
Organizers all agreed Nakusp was a scenic and hospitable site for the event. They were overwhelmed by the participation and community support this year and thanked the many volunteers, athletes, and spectators who made this year an awesome memory and they look forward to an even bigger turnout next year. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/sports/326515361.html | en | 2015-09-10T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/544beacbb5d32c633c678b8a2d0687d9262541c6c1afbc59aba33b7cba4a0b6d.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:12:31 | null | 2016-03-03T00:00:00 | The Summit Lake Ski Hill club races have been an annual traditional competition. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fsports%2F370960641.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/63376nakuspScreenShot2016-03-03at11.58.10AM.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Today’s special: club races with a side of sunshine | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | RYAN WILLMAN
The Summit Lake Ski Hill club races have been an annual traditional competition whose history stretches deep into the life of our little village on the lake. It has been suggested that an early version of the competitive event predates the skill hill itself, as some local memoriescan recall ski jumping up on Huffty Mountain and “Eddie the Eagle” type ski jumping on main street, when post flood water levels provided aslope for daredevil long jumps on wood skis. The actual club competition was moved up to Summit Lake Ski Hill sometime during the 60s,when the t-bar was run by an old VolkswThe Summit Lake Ski Hill club races have been an annual traditional competition whose history stretches deep into the life of our littlevillage on the lake. It has been suggested that an early version of the competitive event predates the skill hill itself, as some local memoriescan recall ski jumping up on Huffty Mountain and “Eddie the Eagle” type ski jumping on main street, when post flood water levels provided aslope for daredevil long jumps on wood skis. The actual club competition was moved up to Summit Lake Ski Hill sometime during the 60s,when the t-bar was run by an old Volkswagen engine, and has been hosted there ever since.agen engine, and has been hosted there ever since.
With the amount of historical clout the club race totes around, the cancellation of last year’s event due to less than favorable conditions wasmet with exacerbated disappointment by community members and racers alike. A similar fate threatened the 2016 event when a week ofwarm weather softened the snow enough to begin the unwanted appearance of dirt patches on the face of Summit Lake Ski Hill. Organizerswere hesitant to cancel the event for a second year in a row and waited until the Friday before the Sunday, Feb. 21 event to make the gameday decision to push ahead.
“If we take too many breaks, people forget,” reasoned high school ski coach and volunteer Frances Swan.
The gamble relied heavily on the cooperation of the weather, as any further increase in temperature would compromise the race course andthreaten the safety of the racers. On Saturday morning a rush of curious volunteers, racers and organizers arrived at Summit Lake to find averitable ice field, as the soft snow was met with an overnight flash freeze that created a hard, intimidating surface on the hill. Theconditions had swung from one end of the safety spectrum to the other, but clear skies and hints of sunshine cheered the hearts of theorganizers with the promise of softer conditions by the afternoon. The race was given a green light and volunteers set to work inspectingand maintaining the three race courses; a giant slalom and a super G course for the skiers, and a giant slalom course for the snowboarders.
Philanthropic efforts by numerous volunteers and positive spirits of event participants shaped an exciting day for racers from five to 65years old who spent a sunny afternoon shredding down the courses at top speeds.
At the conclusion of the day, the Summit Lake Racers provided commemorative hardware for the awards, and presented medals to the topthree racers in each age and gender category.
The club races also provide the opportunity to award three local memorial trophies, which were created to honor the memory of thoseindividuals who in their lifetime dedicated their time and effort to grow the sport of downhill racing in Nakusp.
Nakusp Secondary School students Angus Jackson and Taryn Watson were the recipients of the John Glenboff and the Tim Markholmmemorial trophies respectively. These two awards are presented to the fastest ski racer and the fastest snowboard racer in the catchmentarea of SD 10.
The Teanne Jones trophy was created to recognize the fastest Nancy Green racer who participated a the club race. This year ColbyMackintosh earned the right to have his name included among a long list of previous winners. Nancy Green racers range in age from five to13 years old. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/sports/370960641.html | en | 2016-03-03T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/742583cb6c8c98596554f5600aafbd66b6df29c9d1005d427d23b5ef7d182fef.json |
[
"Tom Fletcher"
] | 2016-08-26T13:08:33 | null | null | Victoria-based schedule means it's likely Prince George and Princess Charlotte will accompany their parents William and Kate | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F390950421.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/175BCLN2007williamkatekidsflickr.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | B.C. royal visit looks set up for the children | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Sandringham, 2015
Victoria will be home base for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge when they make their second visit to Canada in late September.
There has been no confirmation yet, but the schedule suggests the royal couple will likely bring their children Prince George and Princess Charlotte with them.
The visit starts with an official welcome Sept. 24 in Victoria, with the traditional review of the Honour Guard and speeches. The next day Prince William and his wife Kate will visit Vancouver.
The royal couple have accepted the B.C. government's invitation to visit the area now known internationally as the Great Bear Rainforest, with a stop in Bella Bella on the remote Central Coast on Sept. 26.
Sept. 27 features stops in Kelowna and Whitehorse, with an overnight in Yukon and a visit to Carcross Sept. 28.
The Duke and Duchess return to Victoria Sept. 29 and travel to Haida Gwaii on Sept. 30. The tour winds up in Victoria Oct. 1.
The Duke and Duchess made their first official visit to Canada in 2011, with stops in Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Charlottetown, Yellowknife, Slave Lake and Calgary.
Prince William and his brother Prince Harry visited B.C. with their father Prince Charles in 1998, including a ski vacation to Whistler. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/390950421.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/4a56dcc77375b752ac2e2c55e0523e2277eec7d2e7b468c73ac44a90b86664e9.json |
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"Tom Fletcher"
] | 2016-08-30T20:49:46 | null | null | Some urban districts struggle with overcrowding, special funds for declining rural schools, bus service to take effect | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F391773061.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/2045BCLN2007Schoolstudentblurwide-BJ7web.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | B.C. school enrolment up for second year | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Students return to public school next week, with changes to curriculum and some provincial exams.
Students are returning to class next week in most of B.C.'s public schools, with enrolment expected to be up province-wide for the second year running.
Education Minister Mike Bernier says early forecasts show about 529,000 students, an increase of 2,900 from last year. But that increase is centred on fast-growing school districts, while many rural areas continue to struggle with declining student numbers.
Among changes that parents and students will see this year is a new curriculum in place up to Grade 9, with a test year for changes in the senior grades. Bernier said the new emphasis on collaboration and communication skills does not mean a watering down of the basic skills, and is designed to improve students' ability to work at modern jobs.
Report cards are to continue this school year, but the ministry is reviewing its system with an eye to providing more frequent updates. Parents are being consulted on the changes, Bernier said.
Foundation Skills Assessment tests in grades four and seven are also continuing after years of protests from teacher unions, but that program is also being examined for possible changes. FSA tests will be "enhanced" but not eliminated, Bernier said.
Provincial exams continue for graduates in math and English, but science and social studies will now be assessed at a classroom level rather than school-wide tests, Bernier said.
The ministry provided a series of top-ups to education funding this year, for bus service and to keep selected rural schools from closing. Applications are still being taken for a transportation fund until Sept. 30, requiring districts to drop across-the-board school bus fees to qualify.
Districts may still charge transportation fees for international students or those from outside a school catchment area.
NDP leader John Horgan highlighted the crowding in Surrey school district, where 7,000 students remain in portables despite an expansion program. The NDP says the B.C. government's claim of record per-student funding ignores a reduction of education funding as a share of the provincial economy.
"Since 2001, the B.C. Liberals have dragged public education funding in this province from the second best in Canada to the second worst," Horgan said. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/391773061.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/6d3078c541d159b7225385b91aacee4eeaa9c020c442458facff1ca0ae0d5f38.json |
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"Tom Fletcher"
] | 2016-08-26T16:48:39 | null | null | Even small towns struggle with unregulated pot shops as Justin Trudeau government holds hearings on legalization | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fnews%2F390612861.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/20064BCLN2007Medical-marijuana-sign-7web.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | Marijuana shops high on municipal agenda | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Storefront marijuana operations continue to open in B.C. communities, in defiance of federal and local laws.
B.C. communities struggling to deal with unregulated marijuana sales are looking for help, or a piece of the action as growers and sellers compete for a share of the expanding legal market.
Pot problems are high on the agenda for the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in September, as local governments continue to deal with fire hazards and retail outlets selling untested marijuana products in defiance of federal and local laws.
Nelson and Duncan councils are calling on the provincial and federal governments to share tax revenue with local governments, when the Justin Trudeau government puts its plan to legalize recreational marijuana sales next year.
Nelson also wants a say in the legalization process, as a federal-provincial task force tours the country to hear from public health, police and substance abuse experts.
For now, B.C. is the Wild West of pot production. Communities that try to regulate quasi-medical dispensaries find their tickets and orders ignored as shops proliferate in a legal vacuum.
Langley fire officials determined this week that a recent house fire was caused by an explosion in a marijuana "extraction lab" using butane as a solvent. The process is used to make "honey oil" and "shatter," a crystal concentrate that is one of the most potent marijuana preparations. Oils and concentrates are sold in some dispensaries and used in baked goods.
Nelson recently saw its eighth pot store open without a business licence, as it considers regulations adopted in Kimberly and Vancouver. Sooke has three dispensaries, as the issue moves to smaller communities.
In the Okanagan, communities are taking a harder line. Penticton has cancelled the business licences of medical marijuana shops, despite their arguments that they are "compassion clubs" supplying people with legally recognized medical uses.
Vernon council voted down a proposal to develop its own bylaw regulating dispensaries, as Victoria and other communities are doing. A staff report advised councillors that business licences have not been issued because storefront sales remain illegal in Canada. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/news/390612861.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/f1738b943f808b9de3412c8e01544c35bb5762c8bf65070ed24afc241bc51022.json |
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] | 2016-08-26T13:12:42 | null | null | Soccer foes faced off and triathletes endured to claim gold at the BC Summer Games in Abbotsford | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fsports%2F387953452.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/35747abbotsfordWakeboard-B-Harman2.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | GAMES ROUNDUP: Triathlon drama, soccer action Friday | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Dramatic finishes in triathlon and epic battles on the soccer pitch were among the high points of the action in Abbotsford this morning at the BC Summer Games.
See our coverage from today so far:
Waterskiing: Kelowna's Isaac Athens, Halle Gainey takes firsts in slalom
Rugby: North-south battle in girls action (video)
Golf: Mission golfer Claggett leads after first day of Games
Wake boarding: North Van's Harman soars to gold
Canoe and kayak: Paddlers love cutting through the water
Swimming: Opening race kicks off competition
VIDEO: Equestrian dressage at Summer Games
Softball: Scores from Games opening day (with video)
Swimming: Opening race kicks off competition (with video)
Synchronized swimming: Celebrating the beauty (video)
Shotput: New record set by Surrey's Gabri
Rugby: Fraser Valley defeats Thompson-Okanagan 17-12 (with video)
Soccer: Fraser Valley boys down Kootenays 1-0
Javelin: No record, but golden throw for Chong
High Jump: Langley's Sara Enzo leaps to gold
Long Jump: Surrey's Malcolm Borsoi is golden
Baseball: Fraser Valley boys 4-3 over Island-Central Coast
Paddling: Canoe and kayak racers hit the water
Girls beach volleyball: Opening action (with video)
Girls Triathlon: Victoria's Leipoldt claims gold in girls triathlon
Triathlon: Okanagan boys sweep
Girls soccer: Fraser Valley 4-0 over Caribou North (final)
Boys soccer: Vancouver 2-1 over Vancouver Island (final)
Boys soccer: Fraser River 5-0 over North West (final)
Girls soccer: Island girls lead Thompson Okanagan 1-0 at half
Slideshow of Friday afternoon action:
Slideshow of Friday morning action:
In case you missed it, check out our slideshow and video from the BC Summer Games opening ceremony.
View our digital online magazine about the BC Summer Games. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/sports/387953452.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/cf42819680f67158457926e4c443273f21825245a0981390661d1597cbedd19f.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T13:12:47 | null | null | Cross-country skier Julien Locke sits down with 11-year-old journalist Lukas Pigott to talk about his performance at last month's nationals. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.arrowlakesnews.com%2Fsports%2F376744321.html.json | http://media.bclocalnews.com/images/47111westernstar160422-KWS-LockeWeb.jpg?t=12345? | en | null | 'Racing well is the biggest prize' | null | null | www.arrowlakesnews.com | Lukas Pigott (left) sat down with Julien Locke to ask the cross-country ski athlete about his podium result at the Haywood 2016 Ski Nationals last month.
Nelson native Julien Locke, who competes for Rossland's Black Jack Ski Team, finished third in the men's 1.2-kilometre sprint final at the Haywood 2016 Ski Nationals in Whitehorse last month. Slocan's Lukas Pigott, 11, interviewed Locke about nationals and his career thus far. Find the full interview at nelsonstar.com/sports.
Lukas Pigott: So you were third at the nationals behind Alex Harvey and Lenny Valjas. How was that for you?
Julien Locke: Nationals was a really fun race. I hadn't been in Whitehorse in six years since my first time there for the nationals in 2010 and I actually won my first race there so it's pretty cool to be back racing on the same trail. Same course, just this time we went twice as far. Two laps of the course. To have Alex and Lenny there was really fun. Usually they are there on the World Cup and we don't get to race them very often. Having them there made the level of competition that much higher, world class level, and it was pretty fun to race against them.
How did you prepare for the nationals?
I came back from Romania at the end of February and stayed in the East and raced ... and came home to Rossland in early March. So I had two weeks to do some good training. I trained quite a bit, then started tapering a little bit for nationals. I started nationals a little bit tired for the first couple races but the goal was to be in good form for the sprint and mission accomplished.
What tactic did you try to apply for the sprint heats and final?
The sprint course in Whitehorse is super short. It was 1,200 metres and it was two laps of an oval course, so it was really important to be at the front and be aware of people around because it was tight racing. In all the heats, first to sixth [place] were within a couple seconds. So it was important to have a good fast start and keep the pace high the whole way but also to ski quite relaxed. The snow was quite sugary on the climb. It was about four inches deep, so you had to ski smoothly but also powerfully. You also had to be careful because your skis would get caught in it. But the main thing was it was so short you could go full blast the whole way but while doing that keeping relaxed, using the draft around other people and just being smart.
How was it for you being on the podium with two of the world's top skiers?
It was pretty great. All year I've had the belief I could ski at the level those guys ski at. It was pretty nice to go to nationals and have a chance to do that and be able to compete against them. I got to race Alex in the semifinal and in the final. I'd raced Lenny a couple times but not so much Alex. So it was pretty neat to ski beside those guys and watch and learn from them but also race against them.
So what are you focusing on for next year?
I'm no longer under 23. This was my last year in that category, so next year I'll be full-on senior. My main goal is to go to world championships in Lahti, Finland and have a good result there. Aside from that, start racing on the World Cup a little bit and also be strong in Canada and the domestic series.
You had such good results this year. Did you change anything in your training this past year?
Overall nothing major but we made a few small changes that were enough to increase my speed by the amount needed. For the past six years, Dave Woods has been my coach at Black Jack and we've been using roughly the same kind of training model, just every year doing a bit more and trying to do things fine tuned to me. And this year we changed a couple things, doing a bit more threshold training and a little less hard intensity, like long-distance intensity. I think that made a difference. Also just improving my ability to push hard when I need to and knowing when to back off and keep the energy up throughout the year.
How many hours do you train in a year?
Just over 750 this past year. That's from the start of May to the end of March.
What does it mean to be a top-level athlete? What are the challenges and rewards?
I think the rewards would be that you get to spend every day training outside and you're always pushing your body to see how far you can go, which is a pretty incredible thing to be able to do. Of course racing well is the biggest prize for all the hard work you put in over the summer. You do a lot of training and it's hard. Some people find that a challenge. I really enjoy it. But probably the hard things are staying healthy and not hurting yourself and having your guard up to keep yourself healthy and fit throughout the whole year. You can't afford to be sick even for a day.
When did you know that you wanted to be a top cross-country skier?
I think I was about seven or eight and watching the World Cups and Olympics. Watching, first of all, Bjorn Daehlie racing and then Beckie Scott in two Olympics. That was a big point in deciding I wanted to pursue skiing as a career. Every since then that's been my goal. Still is.
How was it to compete out of North America when you went to the world championships in Romania?
The competition is exactly as it is in Canada and the United States. I think some people overestimate the difference. Obviously you are racing against fast people and people you don't know but there's a starting line at the start of the race and a finish line at the end of the race. That's what my teammate David Palmer said when he came back from the world junior championships in the Czech Republic a few years ago, and I found that to be very true. It's just a race like you always do. You have to do what you always do to be successful in Canada, and do the same thing when you are outside the country.
What do you do or eat the day before a race?
It depends a little bit on the schedule. If we've just arrived at a venue and we're using the day before to check out the course, we'll spend an hour in the morning testing skis, skiing the race courses, going over tactics, skiing with our team to determine the best way to approach the race the next day, and then we'll go back to wherever we are staying and we'll eat a lot of food. Just a lot of healthy food is the best thing a day before a race. Then in the evening we always go for a run, before and after races, just to keep the body moving and the blood flowing and the energy up. We drink a lot of water and eat a lot of food. You spend some of the day planning the race and other parts of the day you just want to forget about skiing and be able to come to the race the next morning fresh and ready to race and well prepared.
What is your way of training in the summer?
I really enjoy all the training we do. Skiing on glaciers is extremely fun. I like long bike rides, ski striding intensity in the mountains — that's running with poles. We rollerski a lot, which I quite enjoy. I think my favourite thing is just long days spent in the mountains training, but it's all quite enjoyable.
Most senior level skiers choose a training centre. You chose Black Jack, a pretty small ski shop. Why?
In Canada there's the training centre system. There are training centres in Canmore, Thunder Bay, and Quebec. They're great options for a lot of athletes. You go there and have a big team to train with. They're part of the national system and that's all great. But I've been a member of Black Jack since I was 16 and for the last six years Dave Wood has been my coach and it's worked out very well. I like being in the Kootenays. I think we have great terrain to train on here, great support from the community. It's a small team and that, for me, is nice because I can do things the way I want for training and have a great working relationship with my coach so I can fine-tune things so they work really well for me, as opposed to just doing what the rest of the team will be doing. That's really important to me and beneficial to skiing fast.
Do you have a favourite course or favourite conditions?
I wouldn't say I do. When you're racing you have no control over what you're racing on and sometimes it's easy. Hard-packed snow, minus-5, sunny skies, and sometimes you are racing in minus-20 and soft snow or minus-2 and slippery, hard to kick on snow. Like in Romania this year, it was plus-15 and the snow was about six inches deep of just mush. You don't get to choose what you race on so you have to be able to race in anything and I think it's kind of helpful to be open-minded. I like skiing in any conditions, any course. As long as there's a race it will be fun. | http://www.arrowlakesnews.com/sports/376744321.html | en | 2016-08-01T00:00:00 | www.arrowlakesnews.com/9c13ab16433fade3e625caa23328123666a001b0d0338af0e099ad96231aa079.json |
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[] | 2016-08-26T12:49:07 | null | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F18%2Fvdot-recommends-medians-at-patrick-springs-intersection%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/themes/newspapertimes-multiple-pro/icon/delicious.png | en | null | VDOT recommends medians at Patrick Springs intersection | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
By Nancy Lindsey
The Patrick County Board of Supervisors agreed Aug. 8 to apply for HB2 funding for a safety project at the intersection of Rt. 58 east and Rt. 680 (Spring Road on the north side of Rt. 58 and South Mayo Drive on the south side) in Patrick Springs.
The intersection has been a source of controversy for years, with every traffic accident raising the level of concern among citizens and government officials.
The answer most people favor is installing traffic lights, but the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has consistently said the traffic at the intersection does not warrant signals.
County Administrator Tom Rose said VDOT is recommending installing median strips to eliminate some of the many points of entry into the intersection, which VDOT says would cut the risk factors in half.
VDOT acknowledges there are problems, according to information released at the Aug. 8 meeting: “A number of collisions have taken place at this intersection, which are believed to be attributed to lack of access management strategies… Approximately 12 commercial access points are located within close proximity of the intersection, enabling simultaneous vehicle movements from any parcel at a given time.
“A possible contributing factor to the collisions is the straight, wide geometry of U.S. Rt. 58 in the vicinity of the intersection, which likely encourages speed,” VDOT said.
According to VDOT statistics, from 2011 to 2015, a total of nine reported crashes have taken place at this intersection…”five of the collisions were considered minor (visible injury), three were considered more serious requiring ambulatory support, and one was fatal. All crashes were angle collisions.”
VDOT recommends that commercial property owners and the post office minimize the number of vehicular access points and encourage the use of shared access points when feasible.
Other VDOT recommendations are the installation of electronic speed monitoring devices to be integrated with 45 mph speed limit signage along Rt. 58 to alert drivers who are exceeding the speed limit, and installing rumble strips on Rt. 58 to alert drivers approaching the intersection to drive with caution.
VDOT is also proposing improvements to the intersection, including a 550-foot raised median with 200’ taper and 200’ eastbound left-turn lane on Rt. 58 west of the intersection; a 400-foot raised median with 200’ taper, 200’ westbound left turn lane, and 100’ eastbound left turn lane; installation of right turn channelization mechanisms at Rt. 680 north and south of the intersection; and installation of a “dog bone” island at the center of the intersection to prohibit left turns from Rt. 680.
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) sees the intersection as the number one safety issue in Patrick County, and believes the project has a good chance of being funded, Rose said.
Mayo River District Supervisor Lock Boyce said he was concerned that a long line of stopped vehicles would cause more accidents than the current situation. He said he thought Lisa Price Hughes, VDOT resident engineer, was going to put up flashing lights and a banner across the intersection.
Installing caution lights would make more sense than the new VDOT plan, Peters Creek District Supervisor Rickie Fulcher said.
Drivers will have to go beyond the medians to turn around, Fulcher said.
“It will be a u-turn in a blind curve,” he said.
“I think VDOT can do this without our approval,” said Blue Ridge District Supervisor Karl Weiss.
In other matters at the August meeting:
• On a recommendation by Commissioner of the Revenue Janet Rorrer, the board voted 4-1 to set the personal property tax (aka car tax) at 44% of the assessed value.
Dan River District Supervisor Roger Hayden voted against the motion by Boyce, with other supervisors voting in favor.
• Following executive session, the board voted unanimously to reappoint Brenda Roberson to the Patrick County Economic Development Authority (EDA) and appoint Ralph Cline to the Patrick County Planning Commission. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/vdot-recommends-medians-at-patrick-springs-intersection/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/ea4bbc8f8024e5d81eb0ce03a01b1210f2097603ebdbb93263169e5cd4a20cca.json |
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When the National Park Service was created in 1916 to “conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and wildlife, and to provide for their enjoyment by means as will leave them unimpaired for future generations,” there were only a handful of National Parks.
Now there are 412 units in the Park Service including such diverse places as seashores, monuments, historic sites and great natural wonders. Of all of these, the Blue Ridge Parkway is the most visited.
Join the National Park Rangers at old Mabry Mill Saturday, August 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a 100th anniversary celebration day of fun and enjoyment with music, food, games and activities for the children, demonstrations and tours for everyone.
Mabry Mill is located at milepost 176 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, between the Floyd and Meadows of Dan entrances. The restaurant at Mabry Mill will also be having special activities at its location next door to the old mill.
Park Rangers are on duty from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. daily through October presenting 20th Century cultural demonstrations. Brief talks on the history and importance of Mabry Mill are held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 12:30 and 3 p.m. In addition, local musicians play mountain music on site every Sunday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the sorghum shed.
For more information, call the Parkway Visitor Center at (540) 745-9662 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday through Monday. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/national-park-service-to-celebrate-100th-anniversary/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/646565c1697f687a636a15b9689e71d77fc9882b9ecd34a24d9a8fc471a71f88.json |
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A tractor-trailer from Tennessee wrecked off Rt. 58 at the bottom of Lovers’ Leap Mountain Friday morning when the brakes failed. The rig, operated by Samuel Clement of Memphis, Tenn., went off the road below Rt. 640. The driver was transported to Pioneer Community Hospital by JEB Stuart Rescue Squad, where he was treated for minor injuries and released. State Trooper Andy Roberts estimated the damage to the tractor-trailer at $20,000. (Photo by Sylvia Conner) | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/truck-crashes/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/5139e7206f438f9d633174aa366dc1a0662586cf467c5891ed3d6a1def8d4c16.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:51:11 | null | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F18%2Fdonations-to-step-inc-eligible-for-tax-credits%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/themes/newspapertimes-multiple-pro/icon/delicious.png | en | null | Donations to STEP Inc. eligible for tax credits | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
Individuals and businesses who donate to Solutions That Empower People (STEP), Inc. can now find rewards other than the warm, fuzzy feeling that comes with knowing you have done something good for your fellow man.
Thanks to the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) Tax Credits issued to STEP through the Virginia Department of Social Services, donors may receive a monetary reward in the form of a tax credit for up to 65 percent of the donation. STEP recently received word that it is qualified to offer the NAP credits.
“This is like getting paid to support your favorite charity,” said Marc Crouse, STEP’s executive director. “As taxpayers, we don’t usually have an opportunity to choose how our tax dollars are spent, but donating to STEP, Inc. through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) is one way to influence that,” Crouse said.
STEP is the designated community action agency for Franklin and Patrick counties with services in Henry, Pittsylvania, and Bedford counties as well as the cities of Martinsville and Danville. More than 3,500 individuals receive services each year, including Head Start/Early Head Start; financial and business services; senior, supportive and youth services; and housing and weatherization. STEP’s mission is to address the symptoms and causes of poverty and to empower people to overcome barriers to success.
The Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) was created by the General Assembly in 1981, to encourage businesses, trusts and individuals to make donations to approved 501(c)(3) organizations for the benefit of low-income persons.
Eligible non-profit organizations receive an allocation of tax credits from Virginia Department of Social Services or the Department of Education on a basis of their proven operational success and their capacity to serve low-income persons or eligible students with a disability. Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) State tax credits may be available to an individuals or organizations making a donation of cash or marketable securities directly to a NAP organization.
For STEP, this means that a $1,000 donation may yield a $650 tax credit to the Commonwealth of Virginia. “That’s not a bad rate of return,” Crouse said.
Donations to STEP, Inc. are used to support programs and services that strengthen the communities it serves. For more information about making a donation to STEP and the NAP program, contact Crouse at (540) 483-5142 or marc.crouse@stepincva.com. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/donations-to-step-inc-eligible-for-tax-credits/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/f06fbca87623fd472f42c0b981f78d0a47eee072bc2b66a29dee5caf4ccbb604.json |
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Members of the Patrick County High School Student Government Association dressed up as Disney characters and presented skits from various movies during all lunches Friday to spark interest in this year’s homecoming celebration theme—“Be Our Guest.” Homecoming is slated for Friday, September 16, against North Stokes. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/pchs-sga-entertain-students-at-lunch/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/3fe2b86f905d054e9b76299fbe0d6cd591aa62fe7b0610850c1ed330c89ef97f.json |
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A Stuart woman has been charged with two counts of attempted first-degree murder, two counts of child endangerment and one count of assault on a family member, following a domestic disturbance, according to a news release from Sheriff Dan Smith.
The incident began just after 7 p.m. Sunday evening when Deputy Dustin Foley was dispatched to Russell Gunter Drive off Dangler Mountain Road south of Stuart.
Foley’s investigation found that Betsy Lynn Irvin, 30, and her ex-husband, Junior Ray Cardwell, had become involved in a heated argument over the custody of their children.
During the altercation, Irvin allegedly assaulted Cardwell and subsequently fired several shots at the vehicle that Cardwell was driving, the sheriff said.
Cardwell, his mother, and his two children were inside the vehicle when Irvin fired the shots, Smith said.
No one was injured in the incident.
Smith said a firearm was recovered at the scene. Irvin was arrested by Deputy Foley and is being held without bail in the Patrick County Jail.
The investigation is continuing, Smith said. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/woman-charged-with-attempted-murder-2/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/7d458e7039b13fc96eae526bd701a7fffacdd8e5f54ccc023d2cb2ef80eb622c.json |
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[] | 2016-08-26T16:46:28 | null | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F26%2Ffront-porch-fest-set-for-labor-day-weekend%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/themes/newspapertimes-multiple-pro/icon/delicious.png | en | null | Front Porch Fest set for Labor Day weekend | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
In just a few short weeks some of the best bands on the east coast will convene at Spirithaven Farm in Stuart for the eighth annual Front Porch Fest.
Always on Labor Day weekend, the festival will feature local, regional, and national bands to raise money and awareness for local charities such as Caring Hearts Free Clinic and Patrick County Community Food Bank. National talents: Zac Deputy, The Hip Abduction, Laura Reed, The AJ Ghent Band, Dangermuffin, The Trongone Band, Empire Strikes Brass, Roots of a Rebellion, The Get Right Band, Billy Woods, Fire My Spirit Productions and Kate Rudy and the Boys will join local and regional favorites: Big Daddy Love, Groovascape, Ombrew, Oh Brother Where Am I?, Slick Jr. and the Reactors, Erin and the Wildfire, Funk Shway and the Dojo Birds, Threesound, Will Overman Band, The Cornerstone, Left Hip Pocket, Maya Burgess and Surry Line bringing great music and an almost magical feeling to the mountains of Patrick County.
On two stages with no overlapping sets, the music will flow, with a plethora of genres represented from folk to reggae, Americana to soul, rock to bluegrass/newgrass to…well, some of the bands can’t even be classified in current genre labels! It is widely thought that some of the great national bands of the future have played at Front Porch Fest or will at future festivals. The talent selection is wide and generally right on. Evolving from a friends and family gathering to a great smaller festival, Front Porch Fest has gained a reputation as a popular festival for festy goers and bands alike. The adults aren’t the only ones who enjoy Front Porch Fest—it is a very family friendly festival, with a complete children’s activity schedule throughout the weekend. The kids can make crafts, play music, and enjoy a wide variety of activities in the recently renovated kids’ area.
There is a children’s parade, during which band members march throughout the festival grounds with the kids. A wide variety of vendors participate in the festival, so lots of popular items are available for purchase, including great food and beverages and quality merchandise.
The festival is presented by One Family Productions, a 501(c)3 non profit organization, created with the mission to highlight community initiatives that work to improve lives and eliminate poverty in the local area.
This mission is accomplished by bringing high quality arts and entertainment to the region, creating a positive impact on the local economy and broadening the community’s worldview. For full details visit Frontporchfest.com, and find Front Porch Fest on social media outlets Facebook, Twitter, and #FPF8 on InstaGram. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/front-porch-fest-set-for-labor-day-weekend/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/73408d6e16af661b87658ef8810b66e4d6189bba0c8df09550655d03623058f2.json |
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You haven’t seen a BIG tomato until you’ve seen this Super Steak tomato weighing 2.5 pounds. It was grown by Christine Elgin of Elamsville, who said she had to pick it because it was breaking the vine. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/bigger-than-a-sandwich/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/18230e2b8cf90c5400a766dbe86664ec07b6d44836ed3624682a61a4660ac24a.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T16:46:39 | null | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F26%2Fsol-scores-show-double-digit-gains%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/PatrickCounty-150x150.jpg | en | null | SOL scores show double-digit gains | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
The results of the Virginia Department of Education Standards of Learning (SOL) tests for 2015-2016 indicate significant improvements in all schools in Patrick County, according to Dr. William Sroufe, division superintendent.
Based on DOE historical data and this year’s preliminary data from the 2012-2013 through 2015-2016 school years, Patrick County’s reading SOL pass rate increased from slightly more than 72% to slightly over 84%, Sroufe said.
In the same time frame, math SOL scores improved from 71% to 88%. “We have refocused our attention to the intentional instruction of our students, Sroufe said. “We have been looking and analyzing our data. We look at our strengths and weaknesses, and adjust our instruction, and any time you get double-digit gains, you know you are on the right track.
“If you look at the averages across the commonwealth, Patrick County continues to excel and exceed state averages in all core date,” Sroufe said. “The average for reading across Virginia is 80%, while Patrick County is 84%. The average for math across Virginia is 80%, while Patrick County is 88%.
“Student scores for history averaged 86% across the commonwealth, while Patrick County is 88%. Student scores for science across Virginia are 83%, while Patrick County is 89%,” Sroufe said. “We have a dedicated community that values education, and each of our building leaders feels the same,” Sroufe said. “Our students’ success comes first, and we work toward making each day better than the last.”
“As shown through increased student achievement, our team based an ongoing focus on aligning what we teach, adjusting how we teach it, and reflecting on student progress,” said Dr. Cyndi C. Williams, assistant superintendent of instruction. “Our team continues to improve how we serve students and families as we move into a new school year. We strive every day for the best for our students and are proud of their accomplishments.”
Shannon Brown, instructional coordinator, said the school system has “implemented new instructional strategies that increased student engagement and helped students develop deeper critical thinking in all subject areas.”
Marcie Murphy, Stuart Elementary School principal, said “we saw great gains in our reading SOL scores which we attribute to the teachers’ use of leveled library resources for guided reading instruction. SES faculty, staff, and students set high expectations for themselves and worked diligently all year to meet their goals.”
According to Dee Owens, Woolwine Elementary School principal, “Woolwine Elementary continues to put students first! Our teachers are dedicated and continue to put an emphasis on student learning, growth and achievement. Our school is fortunate to have the support of a great community, and we continually strive to ensure students have the support and opportunities for learning. Together with great students, we are successful!”
“Patrick Springs Primary School is very excited to have performed well in both math and reading on the SOL tests,” said Jeannie King, principal of PSPS. “This is attributed to our wonderful students, staff, parents, community volunteers, and the division emphasizing the importance of putting lessons before students that are aligned with high academic standards that include the materials students need to be successful like more reading tests and computer technology.”
King added that “smaller class sizes also attributed to the success rate for our third graders.”
“PSPS continues to be thankful for the support from our parents, PTO, community lunch and study buddy programs, central office staff, and others who generously give time and resources to our school,” King said.
Kirk Renegar, principal of Hardin Reynolds Memorial School, said “the 2015-2016 school year was tremendous for HRMS. Our students put forth a supreme effort from start to finish with support from their community and families. The investment by the staff could not have been greater, and the results certainly bear that out. We look forward to continuing to grow our students and improve our collective performance.”
Sandra Clement, principal of Blue Ridge Elementary School, said BRES has continued to see a positive shift in math scores over the last three years and yet had not experienced the growth in reading performance until the 2016 spring testing session.
“This year our reading scores improved by seven percentage points,” Clement said. “We are so proud of our students. Teachers, staff and instructional volunteers have worked so diligently to ensure the academic success that we finally experienced. We appreciate parents and community members who are so vested in our learners.”
Meadows of Dan Elementary School has continued to show great growth in SOL performance, according to Principal Jason Wood. Over the past two years, math SOL scores have improved from 75% to a projected 95% while reading scores have improved from 69% to a projected 95%.
“This can be attributed to the hard work our students and staff put in daily,” Wood said. “At Meadows of Dan we truly attempt to reach the individual needs of all our students and ensure all students are successful.”
Patrick County High School Principal Kenneth “Trey” Cox emphasized that the success of PCHS came from “the diligence and dedication of our faculty and staff and the continued support of our parents and community.”
However, and most importantly, Cox said, “it came from the hard work, effort and dedication from our students. We are proud of all our accomplishments for the 2015-2016 school year. We look forward to continued progress in the future.”
Based upon the Virginia Accountability Guide Document, school accreditation ratings reflect student achievements on SOL tests and other approved assessments in English, history/social science, mathematics and science.
Ratings are based on the achievement of students on tests taken during the previous academic year or on a three-year or four-year average of achievement.
Elementary and middle schools are rated as fully accredited if students achieve all of the following pass rates: English, 75% or higher; mathematics, 70% or higher; science, 70% or higher; and history, 70% or higher.
High schools are fully accredited if students receive adjusted pass rates of 75% or higher in English and 70% or higher in mathematics, science and history. High schools must also attain a point value of 85 or greater based on the Graduation and Completion Index (GCI). | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/sol-scores-show-double-digit-gains/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/ad16fa262413ed20b3e4c940e90db1883c14027b39bcb2b4c3b5c049b04402ce.json |
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Sheriff Dan Smith reported the following arrests:
• Brian Lee Scott, 30, of Patrick Springs, was arrested Aug. 9 on a charge of assault on a family member.
Deputy J.G. Pickerel made the arrest.
• Sara Anne Scott, 25, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 9 on a charge of assault on a family member, third or subsequent offense.
Deputy Pickerel made the arrest.
• Jeremiah Zeus Morris, 40, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 9 on a charge of revocation of probation.
Lt. R.S. Coleman made the arrest.
• Amanda Chappell Spangler, 36, of Ridgeway, was arrested Aug. 9 on a charge of shoplifting.
Lt. Coleman made the arrest.
• Joey Allen Dalton Sr., 41, of Ararat, was arrested Aug. 10 on a charge of probation violation.
Deputy B. Webb made the arrest.
• Pierre Quartez Scales, 25, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 12 on a charge of failure to appear in court.
Deputy Lewis Carroll Jr. made the arrest.
• Eric Lee Baliles, 38, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 12 on a charge of probation violation.
The Rocky Mount Police Department made the arrest for Patrick County.
• Deborah Lynn Mullins, 50, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 5 on a charge of shoplifting.
Deputy Pickerel made the arrest.
• Jack R. Eanes Sr., 65, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 6 on a charge of assault on a family member.
Deputy Pickerel made the arrest.
• Tyrece Omar Penn, 24, of Spencer, was arrested Aug. 6 on a charge of shoplifting.
Deputy C.K. Meredith made the arrest.
• Justin Adam Pinkston, 31, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 6 on a charge of assault on a family member.
Deputy Pickerel made the arrest.
• Clarence Lee Martin, 52, of Patrick Springs, was arrested Aug. 8 on a capias for failure to appear in court.
Sgt. Ricky Rorrer made the arrest. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/sheriff-reports-arrests-19/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/1a79109361ff5c178c05ca744afc7d587108d87de810cfa18eeb467720bc482e.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:54:51 | null | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F18%2Fcall-for-entries-made-in-jeb-stuart-art-show%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/hmstd-jeb-stuart-art-150x150.jpg | en | null | Call for entries made in JEB Stuart Art show | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
Entry forms are now available for the 41st annual JEB Stuart Art Show to be held at the Reynolds Homestead September 1 through October 28. Art will be accepted August 21-24.
The fall show is for adults only; a Reynolds Homestead Student Show will be held in March and April.
“We hope this will allow local art teachers to work with students throughout the year to develop pieces for exhibition. This will also allow for a student focus in the spring,” said senior program manager Lisa Martin. “Our first student show this past spring was a huge success.”
To be eligible for the show, artists must be 18 years of age or older and must reside in Patrick, Surry, Stokes, Henry, Franklin, Floyd or Carroll Counties. In addition, any native of Patrick Country—regardless of current residence—may enter; and any member of the local arts organization Bull Mountain Arts may enter as well.
All work submitted must be original and completed within the past three years; it also may not have been shown in a previous JEB Stuart Art Show. Each artist may enter two works in any medium.
The non-refundable entry fee is $25 per artist (covers both pieces); any member of Bull Mountain Arts will pay a $20 fee.
Art is accepted in the following categories: oil and acrylic painting; watercolors, drawings, pastels, and mixed 2D media; photography (altered and unaltered); and 3D: wood and pottery, fiber and jewelry, and other 3D.
Art will be accepted on the following days and times in the rear of the Continuing Education Center: Sunday, August 21, 1 to 5 p.m.; Monday, August 22, noon to 5 p.m.; Tuesday, August 23, noon to 5 p.m. and Wednesday, August 24, 3 to 7 p.m. Entries will not be accepted at any other times or locations.
Entry forms are available on the Reynolds Homestead website: www.reynoldshomestead.vt.edu and at local arts organizations and libraries. For more information about the show, please contact show director Lisa Martin at 276-694-7181, extension 22.
“Last year we had our biggest and best show ever,” said Martin, “and we are looking forward to seeing the wonderful art being exhibited this year.”
The JEB Stuart Show awards nearly $2,000 in cash and prizes to local artists. The show opening and awards ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, September 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Reynolds Homestead. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/call-for-entries-made-in-jeb-stuart-art-show/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/2808fe866c7f6161d4c7041b28a96f3c8bc34ecea3dbbcf22784465e535e2949.json |
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A heron stepped delicately in a reflecting pond on a hot day in Meadows of Dan, getting a touch of coolness—and a snack—before taking off. (Photo by Linda Hylton) | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/cooling-off/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/c82a0ff17aa8f4c05633148fe8e3017c54541cefd782624364803c1a2a6587a7.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T12:54:24 | null | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F18%2Fman-charged-with-attempted-capital-murder-and-arson%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/themes/newspapertimes-multiple-pro/icon/delicious.png | en | null | Man charged with attempted capital murder and arson | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
A Stuart man has been charged with two counts of attempted capital murder and one count of arson, according to a news release from Patrick County Sheriff Dan Smith.
Thurman Lee Linster, 58, is being held in the Patrick County Jail without bail.
The incident began on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 9, when deputies were called to a mobile home on Heavenly Lane to investigate a report of a male suspect who was threatening to ignite a container of gasoline, Smith said.
Upon further investigation, it was determined that Linster had allegedly come to the location searching for two residents of the mobile home, with plans to set it on fire and kill the two occupants, Smith said.
Smith said Linster did ignite the fire, but one of the residents was able to extinguish the fire before the home became fully engulfed.
Linster was arrested at the scene.
The sheriff said the investigation is ongoing and anyone with information pertaining to the crime is urged to contact him at 276-692-7012, or Major Garry Brown, the lead investigator on the case, at 276-692-7015. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/man-charged-with-attempted-capital-murder-and-arson/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/efcec6b608a3d29c284b8d8f2fd039548bbc5071a23d750b7e07e819b3b69c49.json |
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Members of the Meadows of Dan Baptist Church were selling peach cobbler and ice cream at the Meadows of Dan Folk Fair to raise funds to rebuild the church, which was destroyed by fire. Pictured (from left) are Carol Stanley, Carol Thornton, Shawn Carter (church pastor), and Pat Stanley. (Photos by Linda Hylton) | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/meadows-of-dan-folk-fair/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/3f8921865bb9e9e64e8a0d46da59dba810cc0a4b9e85445386aa90b6bfa4ae2f.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T16:46:59 | null | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F26%2Fpoliticians-visit-va-peach-festival%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/griffith-poindexter-150x150.jpg | en | null | Politicians visit Va. Peach Festival | null | null | theenterprise.net | null | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/politicians-visit-va-peach-festival/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/6ad64dacafbdc831a570d5b731144750ebbdbb1ccda60a8a46fe5bb19d87d5e7.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T16:47:11 | null | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F26%2Ftac-awards-26000-in-business-grants%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/themes/newspapertimes-multiple-pro/icon/delicious.png | en | null | TAC awards $26,000 in business grants | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
Following a recent subcommittee meeting, the Patrick County Tourism Advisory Council (TAC) awarded nearly $26,000 in local business incentives to successful applicants throughout the county. This marks the first year of the grant, something that is unique within the state of Virginia, according to Joseph Quesenberry, tourism and marketing director.
Quesenberry said the tourism small business grant was “developed and implemented by TAC with the assistance of the county tourism office…to address a growing need to assist the local tourism economy in Patrick County…(and) to perpetuate our county as a premier tourist destination.”
Joanne Spangler, current chairman of TAC, said she was “incredibly pleased with the large amount of interest generated in the first year of the grant.”
“For us, both as county citizens and as council members, it’s truly pleasing to see that we are able to assist our tourism industry in so many different ways,” Spangler said. “I look forward to continuing these efforts in the years to come.”
For the current cycle of grant applications, eleven applicants were awarded a total of $25,800 in grants that operate on a reimbursement basis.
Eligible items, such as new and increased signage, marketing materials, façade and grounds improvements, may be purchased by the business owner. Once purchased, receipts and proof of installation are then submitted to the county tourism office for final approval and disbursement of funds. Funds must be expended within 90 days of the award letter.
Businesses and organizations awarded the grants are: Gingerbread Creations, $2,000; Mattie B’s, $500; WHEO, $1,000; Vesta Community Center, $900; Wanda’s Jewelry, $1,500; Wayside Park, $5,000; Wilville Bike Park, $3,000; Quilted Colors, $900; Stanburn Winery, $1,000; Stuart Rotary Club, $5,000; and Outdoor Entertainment, $5,000.
For more information regarding the grant or other tourism-related issues, please contact the county tourism office at 276-694-6094 or jquesenberry@co.patrick.va.us. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/tac-awards-26000-in-business-grants/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/b4de17b3711dea9ef16292d0bbf5d31e782be916e7c2d905a28e6e6430c14c62.json |
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Little children in STEP’s Early Head Start and Head Start programs learn developmental skills with activities such as playing with soap bubbles and beanbags. The agency can now offer NAP tax credits for donations to support its programs. (See article page two.) | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/18/bubbles-and-beanbags/ | en | 2016-08-18T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/ff9058ab13d850667fb359bdafff5c1b16b52038c1c25fcb839e8b1a90434008.json |
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On Monday, Aug. 29, a portion of Rt. 719 (Woods Gap Road) will be closed to through traffic from .60 mile from Rt. 40 (Charity Highway) to the intersection of Rt. 716 (Shortcut Drive) in Patrick County.
This road closure is necessary to perform a culvert replacement. The road will be closed until Sept. 30, weather permitting.
During this time, directional signs will be in place to assist the traveling public. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/vdot-to-close-road/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/a90fa2949476b8c0561f7436a8629830c88ae4db80fcbf3a81590d29fdf62df1.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T16:47:33 | null | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | null | http%3A%2F%2Ftheenterprise.net%2F2016%2F08%2F26%2Fbassett-man-arrested-on-drug-charges%2F.json | http://theenterprise.net/wp-content/themes/newspapertimes-multiple-pro/icon/delicious.png | en | null | Bassett man arrested on drug charges | null | null | theenterprise.net | Share This
A Bassett man has been arrested on drug charges, according to a report from Sheriff Dan Smith.
• Bradley Keith Cassell, 31, was arrested Aug. 15 on one indictment count of conspiracy to sell a controlled substance and four indictment counts of sale of a Schedule I or II controlled substance. He was also charged with probation violation.
Deputy Mica Conner made the arrest.
Sheriff Smith also reported the following arrests:
• Joshua T. Hambrick, 25, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 17 on charges of obtaining money by false pretense, grand larceny of property, and failure to appear in court.
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office made the arrest for Patrick County.
• Allen Eugene Slate Jr., 31, of Bassett, was arrested Aug. 10 on a charge of failure to appear in court.
The Henry County Sheriff’s Office made the arrest for Patrick County.
• Philgene Montgomery Jr., 44, of Claudville, was arrested Aug. 16 on a charge of failure to appear for a preliminary hearing.
Deputy J.D. Hubbard made the arrest.
• Carvey Lee Tatum, 58, of Stuart, was arrested Aug. 16 on charges of driving while intoxicated, first offense, and driving a motor vehicle with a revoked or suspended license. Lt. R.S. Coleman made the arrest. • Jeremy L.
Humble, 39, of Claudville, was arrested Aug. 18 on a charge of failure to appear in court.
Deputy Brad Holt made the arrest.
• Catlin Joe Moncus, 31, of Claudville, was arrested Aug. 18 on a charge of probation violation.
Sgt. R. Bowling made the arrest.
• John Robert Dalton Sr., 46, of Ararat, was arrested Aug. 18 on a charge of probation violation.
Deputy M. Craig made the arrest.
• Rhonda Kay Phillips, 57, of Ferrum, was arrested Aug. 19 on a charge of driving while intoxicated, first offense.
Deputy D.L. Foley made the arrest.
• Donny Ray Harris, 35, of Martinsville, was arrested Aug. 17 on a charge of probation violation.
Lt. Mark Sowder made the arrest.
• Joseph Edwin Clements, 30, of Charlotte, N.C., was arrested Aug. 19 on a charge of driving while intoxicated, first offense.
Deputy C.K. Meredith made the arrest. • Clarence Lee Martin, 52, of Rocky Mount, was arrested Aug. 20 on a charge of driving a motor vehicle with a revoked or suspended license, third or subsequent offense.
State Trooper N.D. Martin made the arrest. • Zachary Dalton Scales, 20, of Ararat, was arrested Aug. 21 on a charge of assault on a family member.
Deputy J.D. Hubbard made the arrest. • Seth Daniel Palmer, 32, of Axton, was arrested Aug. 21 on a charge of failure to appear in court.
The Martinsville Police Department made the arrest for Patrick County. | http://theenterprise.net/2016/08/26/bassett-man-arrested-on-drug-charges/ | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | theenterprise.net/579e2d37f503d0be5e3a184328bb62c9b472ae1902741a88c33b9464a5296e9a.json |
[
"Bob Westerdale"
] | 2016-08-31T08:52:44 | null | 2016-08-31T08:44:34 | Visit now for the latest Boxing news - direct from The Star and updated throughout the day. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fboxing%2Fsour-grapes-from-the-boxer-eclipsed-by-kell-brook-1-8097131.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8097129.1472632113!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Sour grapes from the boxer eclipsed by Kell Brook? | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | At a time when Sheffield’s Kell Brook is aiming to strip three world title belts from a Kazakh titan campaigning two weight divisions higher than him, you’d expect support from other British boxers.
Not so, from WBA champion Chris Eubank Junior, who reckons the Yorkshireman is only in it for his multi-million pound purse to trade with Gennady Golovkin, and not for any real intention of ruling the middleweight division. Sound like sour grapes?
If it does, it maybe because Eubank’s management had been on the cusp of signing a deal with the WBC, WBA and IBF champion, only for talks to collapse and Brook to slide in and grab the gig.
“Kell is just along for the ride and is just happy to be getting a pay-day and being involved in what he thinks is the biggest fight in boxing at the moment” said Eubank. “He’s just there to take part. Brook isn’t going in there with the mindset that I would go in there, which would be to destroy the guy. Brook just wants to make sure he doesn’t get hurt, so I don’t give him much of a chance” Eubank Jr told Sky Sports.
Brook says the Brit should show respect and his camp laughed off Eubank’s efforts to share some of the limelight. But that doesn’t mean that the Sheffield contingent would rule out Eubank from any future fight. Brook is in the happy position now of being able to secure massive fights whatever happens at London’s 02 Arena on September 10.
Amir Khan has suddenly made himself available, so he and Eubank immediately present two potential domestic fights that would guarantee world attention.
Eubank craves the fame his father enjoyed - but he’ll be left even further in the shadows if Sheffield’s IBF welterweight king pulls off a history-defining win this month. Brook will then have already achieved everything Eubank Jr wants - and that could lead to a collision, hopefully at Brook’s beloved Sheffield United ground. “Maybe we can lock horns in the future” said Kell.
Meanwhile, Golovkin believes he will have to adapt to Brook’s tactics in the short-term.
“If he stays right in front of me, I think he’s finished...I beat him” he said. “If he’s moving, I think a little bit longer...maybe not decision fight, maybe 10 or 8 rounds.I need just a couple of rounds to understand my strategy and find him. No problem.”
*Sugar Ray Leonard, the five-weight world champion who stepped up to middleweight to defeat Marvin Hagler, says underdogs can win. “The general consensus is that he does not have a chance, but he has to believe in himself” he said. “I fought at my best when I was the underdog. I was more focused and determined. For Brook, if he feels the same way, that is a plus.”
Ebank Jr - missed out on the GGG fight
*Leonard, twice Brook’s age at 60, added: “He also has to be in the best shape ever to maintain the pace of Golovkin” he told Sky Sport.
“He has to be mobile, in and out, and try to confuse Triple-G.
“He has to do what he does best and be himself, but faster, quicker, smarter, more economical.”
Leonard won’t predict the outcome, but said: “That is what makes these fights so remarkable...both guys believe they can win, at any cost.” | http://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/boxing/sour-grapes-from-the-boxer-eclipsed-by-kell-brook-1-8097131 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/2c45238d7d99370e9ec1ba5708a1aa83707c8f5584c4e06f896afd828a1a5357.json |
[
"Gayle Brewer",
"Senior Lecturer",
"School Of Psychology",
"University Of Central Lancashire"
] | 2016-08-30T12:52:28 | null | 2016-08-30T13:17:25 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fthe-science-of-naked-attraction-1-8095855.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8095854.1472559506!/image/image.jpg | en | null | The science of naked attraction | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | The selection and attraction of a suitable mate is of fundamental importance to all species.
It is perhaps not surprising then that dating programmes, featuring men and women competing for the attentions of a potential partner, are so popular. Indeed, viewers have tuned in to series such as Blind Date, Take Me Out and The Bachelor for decades.
But recently Channel 4 took the format a “bold” step further, launching a new dating programme, Naked Attraction, which features men and women selecting from a range of potential suitors, each of whom appear on the programme – entirely naked. First, the lower body is revealed, next the torso, then the face, and finally the voice. At each stage, the contestant discusses the traits they are attending to and their attractiveness, before eliminating one of the available suitors.
A range of physical features are discussed including body shape, genital size, body hair, hair style, teeth quality, and the presence of tattoos. Though this form of dating is not (I presume) one with which most of us are familiar, the importance placed on appearance, and the information we obtain from appearance (whether consciously or unconsciously) is something to which we can all relate. Indeed, these characteristics can provide important information which allows us to select only high quality healthy partners.
Here’s some of the science behind how we pick a potential mate.
Body shape
Body shape is one of the most widely discussed aspects of physical attractiveness. Our ideas of the ideal body shape are often wrongly manipulated by the media, advertising or the fashion industry. But certain physical traits can reveal deeper physiological truths.
Prior to puberty, for example, girls and boys display a similar waist-to-hip ratio. But at puberty, oestrogen and testosterone stimulate in women the accumulation of fat in sex-specific areas. Therefore, women typically display a waist-to-hip ratio of about 0.67-0.80 – although these ratios increase further after childbirth and menopause.
Waist-to-hip ratio is also associated with a range of health conditions in women, such as cardiovascular disease and breast cancer, and can also be an indicator of the likelihood of conception. Hence women with higher waist-to-hip ratios display poorer health and are less likely to conceive. Consequently, waist-to-hip ratio provides important information about a woman’s age and reproductive status.
It is important to note of course that levels of body fat (body mass index) also influence ratings of physical attractiveness and perceived health, though waist-to-hip ratio and body mass index may signal different information. In particular, body mass index may reveal the ability to endure energy intensive pregnancy and breast feeding, while waist-to-hip ratio indicates youth and fertility.
Back to basics. Shutterstock
With regards to male body shape, research often focuses on the importance of height. Indeed, although the preference for a “tall, dark, handsome stranger” is a cliche, there is a biological basis for this preference, with only healthy high quality men able to invest the physical resources required to develop tall stature. Hence, height is associated with positive physical and mental health.
It is also related to important social outcomes such as social status, educational success, and income, which may reflect perceptions that tall men are more assertive and dominant than shorter men. Consequently, research suggests that tall men are more desirable to women and are themselves able to attract more attractive partners.
Teeth
When assessing the physical attractiveness of potential partners, people often comment on the colour or shape of teeth. The colour and shape of our teeth is not of course arbitrary and can reveal important information about our health and genetic quality. For example, tooth loss is associated with poor general health, nutritional deficits, and conditions such as cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Teeth spacing may also indicate the presence of specific genetic disorders such as Rapp-Hodgkin Syndrome and Robinow’s Syndrome, while tooth colour is influenced by a range of factors including diet and age, leading to teeth appearing darker and yellower as we get older.
As a consequence, people place considerable importance on the appearance of their teeth and in the US alone, about US$1 billion per year is spent on purely cosmetic dental procedures. A 2012 study suggested the manner in which teeth colour and spacing influence ratings of physical attractiveness, concluding that deviations from normal spacing and/or darker yellower teeth are perceived as unattractive, particularly when judging women.
Body Modification
People also often seek to alter and enhance their appearance through the use of cosmetics, hair dye, and jewellery. More permanent modification through the use of tattoos is also common though these are associated with a range of health risks. These include allergic reactions to tattoo colours, bacterial infections, and the transmission of blood borne diseases such as HIV.
As the ability to obtain and maintain a tattoo without an adverse reaction may be dependent on physical fitness and immunocompetence, the presence of a tattoo (that has not resulted in the aforementioned difficulties) can act as a signal of physical quality. Men may be most likely to display tattoos as a cue to physical health; tattoos are most common among men aged 25-34, and men are more likely than women to acquire multiple tattoos that cannot be concealed by clothing. Hence, women rate men with tattoos as healthier than those without.
Of course, while we attend to a range of physical traits when evaluating potential partners, it is important to note that the importance we place on any single trait varies across time and context, such as when assessing partners for short-term casual or long-term committed relationships, and between individuals. Additional research is however to required to establish the relative importance of each feature and the manner in which people may dishonestly signal their true quality and intentions. And apart from that, let’s not overlook the importance of a good sense of humour. Looks aren’t everything.
This article first appeared on TheConversation.com | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/the-science-of-naked-attraction-1-8095855 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/adfa30e76bb2c36e82d053d3b6128f0c08d4199437372bd0fe97008d9b70dc78.json |
[
"Neil Goulding"
] | 2016-08-26T13:15:07 | null | 2016-08-26T00:00:33 | Visit now for the latest Barnsley FC football news - direct from The Star and updated throughout the day. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fbarnsley-fc%2Fbarnsley-reds-boss-paul-heckingbottom-braced-for-alfie-mawson-bidding-war-as-sunderland-afc-maintain-interest-1-8088531.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8088529.1472162092!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Barnsley: Reds boss Paul Heckingbottom braced for Alfie Mawson bidding war as Sunderland AFC maintain interest | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Barnsley head coach Paul Heckingbottom expects a bidding war for Alfie Mawson but is not resigned to losing the defender just yet.
Speculation surrounding the 22-year-old’s future has been a hot topic, with numerous clubs interested in securing Mawson’s services as the Reds gear up for a South Yorkshire derby against Rotherham tomorrow.
Owner Patrick Cryne previously gave Heckingbottom assurances that the club’s best players would not be sold, but Sunderland’s interest could be too good to turn down - with Wolves also in for the centre-back.
The club are not desperate for the cash after landing a significant windfall from John Stones’ move to Manchester City earlier this month.
Mawson’s departure could prove troublesome for Heckingbottom if he cannot find himself a replacement, permanently or on loan, by the end of the transfer window.
The Reds are unable to recall Lewin Nyatanga from his loan spell at Northampton due to a new rule from the FA this season.
Heckingbottom would be left with three senior centre-backs in the squad with Marc Roberts, Angus MacDonald and Jack Cowgill.
MacDonald has never playing above League Two and youngster Cowgill has featured just twice in League One.
“We’ve not accepted a bid yet and whether we do or not depends on the bid,” revealed Heckingbottom.
“There are a few clubs involved so I think at the minute it’s about who’s going to bid the most.
“It’s not just us trying to get value for Alfie, it’s about getting one in who we think can play as well as him now or potentially in the future. He’s a top defender and they cost a lot of money.
“Patrick hasn’t come to me and said ‘If it’s this figure, he goes’ so he could still be here.”
Striker Sam Winnall has returned quicker than expected from his opening-day hamstring injury and will feature against the Millers, but Sessi D’Almeida has been ruled out for the season with a knee injury.
Heckingbottom’s side take on Rotherham for the first time in the second tier since 2001.
A Millers fan has promised to run naked through the town centre if the Reds finish above his team this season, and Heckingbottom joked: “That’s an added incentive then!
“We probably see each other as competitors as we’re both looking to strengthen and stay in this division.
“They had a great result against Brentford last week. They worked their socks off and got a clean sheet as well, so it’ll be tough for us.” | http://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/football/barnsley-fc/barnsley-reds-boss-paul-heckingbottom-braced-for-alfie-mawson-bidding-war-as-sunderland-afc-maintain-interest-1-8088531 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/1e40bd48eb87b7767ab10f74a18b034e3bbfe4ffb87771686797ecdb2f609b4b.json |
[
"George Torr"
] | 2016-08-31T06:52:57 | null | 2016-08-31T06:00:25 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fi-m-no-hero-i-was-just-doing-my-job-praise-for-sheffield-lifeguard-who-saved-teenager-s-life-1-8096678.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8097033.1472622960!/image/image.jpg | en | null | ‘I’m no hero - I was just doing my job’ - Praise for Sheffield lifeguard who saved teenager’s life | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | A lifeguard who rescued an unconscious teenager from a swimming pool before performing CPR said today: “I’m no hero – I was just doing my job.”
Fast-thinking Adam Hurrell, from Chapeltown, jumped into the water at Hillsborough Leisure Centre after spotting the teenager lying on the pool floor.
Hillsborough Leisure Centre swimming pool
The lifeguard dragged the unconscious teenager on to the pool side and resuscitated him before paramedics took over.
Adam has been a lifeguard for three years but said he has never had to deal with such a serious incident.
The 22-year-old said he had to think on his feet and put his training into practice.
Despite the drama, the hero lifeguard was back at the pool working the next day.
“It happened as quick as a flash – it seemed to be all over as quick as I jumped in,” Adam said.
“I saw this lad underneath the water and, at first, nothing seemed amiss because he wasn’t in that deep. But I saw blood coming from his mouth and I jumped straight in.
“I pulled him out and another lifeguard sounded the alarm – I started with the CPR and the lad came round after about a minute and a half and then the ambulance arrived.”
Colleagues and friends have praised his actions but the lifeguard said he was just doing what he has trained to do.
“I’m no hero – I was just doing my job,” Adam said.
“Some people might say that but it’s what I do on my training and I just did it.
“I’ve had loads of compliments and ‘well done’ messages and I am pleased we managed to bring him around.
“It’s really nice to hear people saying you’ve done a good job.
“People can be in the job for ages and not have to deal with something like this – you have to be alert.”
Duty manager Lauren Hetherington, who trained Adam in his emergency response work, said: “Adam is a hero.
“Anyone who has to pull someone out in those circumstances deserves special credit. I couldn’t ask anymore from him in what he did.
“He deserves the credit – he’s a great lad.
“You go into a shift and you don’t know what to expect. You have to be on your toes even when it doesn’t seem like anything is going on.
“We often get quite a bit of negativity from people saying lifeguards don’t do anything. We’ve been called lazy and the ‘fun police’ for telling people to stop running around the pool for instance.
“I think people swimming on that day were quite stunned that Adam and people who work here are trained to deal with something like what happened.”
Staff at Hillsborough have not received any update on how the teenager is doing.
“We would love to hear from him to see if he’s doing okay,” Lauren added. “Even if it’s just a phone call to say so then it would put our minds at rest.” | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/i-m-no-hero-i-was-just-doing-my-job-praise-for-sheffield-lifeguard-who-saved-teenager-s-life-1-8096678 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/14eb9b16e503110075a94af3fd5e4c2997b95fdbe66b9a2115ba8090e5b73351.json |
[
"Chris Page",
"Digital First Team"
] | 2016-08-26T13:09:50 | null | 2016-08-24T10:37:08 | Visit now for the latest Lifestyle news and features - direct from The Star and updated throughout the day. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Flifestyle%2Fthe-who-reschedules-sheffield-show-1-8085616.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8085614.1472031525!/image/image.jpg | en | null | The Who reschedules Sheffield show | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Rock n roll royalty The Who will play their rescheduled greatest hits tour at Sheffied Arena next year.
Originally scheduled for September 3, the April 10 gig will see survivors Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend play chart-toppers as well as lesser known back catalogue, including new focused presentation of Tommy (Can You Hear Me? 1969 video reprised here) drawn from Royal Albert Hall concerts and video programme specially produced for the concert.
This UK set will emulate the historic period around Live At Leeds and Woodstock when the central pivot of The Who’s show was always their performance of Tommy. For Who fans new and old this is something special that hasn’t been done by the band or seen by their audience since 1970.
Tickets for the original shows are valid. Any customers who cannot make the new dates are entitled to full refund from their point of purchase.
Tickets for the rescheduled show are limited to six per person, priced £66, £71.50 & £77 (including booking fee) when purchased through website and ticket hotline on 0114 2565656 or £63, £68.25 & £73.50 (including booking fee) when purchased in person from the Broughton Lane venue's box office.
The city show was rescheduled to allow the band to premiere a new acoustic presentation of Tommy at London Royal Albert Hall on March 30 and April 1.
The Who set for Sheffield
To celebrate the 100th concert held at The Royal Albert Hall to benefit the Teenage Cancer Trust, The Who will play a new acoustic presentation of the rock opera.
Two shows have been announced at the legendary London venue where the band will play the opera in full, followed by a selection of other Who numbers. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/lifestyle/the-who-reschedules-sheffield-show-1-8085616 | en | 2016-08-24T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/ea2e8d616d2832c924293d654afa74d4411698109cf6797828a2e623fa9d4bd3.json |
[
"James Shield"
] | 2016-08-26T13:14:50 | null | 2016-08-26T06:00:00 | Visit now for the latest Sheffield United football news - direct from The Star and updated throughout the day. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Fsheffield-united%2Fsheffield-united-when-stefan-scougall-won-supermarket-sweep-1-8089135.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8089132.1472210933!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Sheffield United: When Stefan Scougall won supermarket sweep | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Bottom of the table after four matches? Nae bother.
Stefan Scougall, who believes Sheffield United will shortly begin fulfilling their potential, is just glad to be playing football at all.
“For me, to be involved in this business every day is just brilliant,” he says.
“I’ll never take it for granted because, if things had worked out differently, I could easily have been out there on the roads. That’s why I work my b***s off every single time I’m out there. You never know what’s around the corner after all.”
For ‘out there on the roads’ read a job with Edinburgh City Council’s Highways Department. Scougall, demonstrating the strength of character and purpose Chris Wilder’s side require to arrest their poor run of form, once feared he was destined to earn a living digging holes rather than destroying defenders after being released by Hibernian as a youngster.
Before, as his presence in the squad which hosts Oxford United tomorrow demonstrates, proving his critics at Easter Road wrong.
“When I was at Hibs, I was released for being too small,” Scougall, speaking at the Steelphalt Academy earlier this week, continued.
“So I got a job at Sainsburys and applied to become a road worker alongside my dad. I was on the checkouts starting at 6am every morning so things are a little bit different now.”
“The job was good because it provided me with a little bit of money,” Scougall continued.
“I was part-time with Dunfermline Athletic at the time. I was fortunate enough to get the chance to go professional with Livingston and everything went from there.”
Chris Wilder must decide whether Scougall starts against Oxford United tomorrow �2016 Sport Image all rights reserved
Scougall has spent 10 years battling and ultimately beating the odds. So, despite admitting the League One table does not make pleasant reading, he is not ready to dismiss United’s promotion prospects only four matches into a new campaign.
Scottish FA Cup winner Brian Welsh handed Scougall his big break at Almondvale before Bramall Lane came calling 31 months ago. But the managers and coaches who overlooked his talents, including Wilder’s predecessor Nigel Adkins, are responsible for shaping the 23-year-old personality and career.
“Brian was great with me,” Scougall said.
“I’d been on so many trials and was always getting knocked back because of my height. Mind you, the more I never got picked up, the more determined it made me to prove people wrong.”
Scougall looked set to leave Bramall Lane before Wilder's appointment in May �2016 Sport Image all rights reserved
United enter the meeting with Oxford 24th place after losing three of their first four matches this term.
Scougall, who expected to leave Bramall Lane after being loaned to Fleetwood Town last season, was granted a reprieve following Wilder’s appointment during the close season and scored during the defeat by Millwall last weekend.
“The start isn’t ideal but confidence is an issue,” Scougall said. “We didn’t look short of it down there.” | http://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/football/sheffield-united/sheffield-united-when-stefan-scougall-won-supermarket-sweep-1-8089135 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/22f6eb0a34512989f349f785363d42edfeee0a1656b773ae25957cf82edce6b8.json |
[
"Chris Page",
"Digital First Team"
] | 2016-08-30T12:52:34 | null | 2016-08-30T12:07:15 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fflake-you-don-t-want-in-your-ice-cream-1-8095661.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8095660.1472555327!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Flake you don't want in your ice cream! | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Metal flakes have been ound in Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.
The makers of popular ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s has recalled four batches of its product after pieces of metal were discovered in them.
Unilever said it had identified a period of production where small pieces of metal may have found their way into tubs of Cookie Dough ice cream.
As a precaution it is recalling all potentially affected items.
The affected batches are 500ml cartons of Cookie Dough, with batch codes L62110L011 / L62111L011 / L62112L011 / L62113L011.
Unilever has urged anyone who bought the affected product to dispose of it immediately and contact its customer care line on 0800 146 252 to arrange a replacement. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/flake-you-don-t-want-in-your-ice-cream-1-8095661 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/fddd93d2bbce0481ff78c12a53e27aef67c0e5697b70377d4d8ccb830e6e18c3.json |
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"Stephen Beech"
] | 2016-08-30T12:52:33 | null | 2016-08-30T12:17:00 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fsnoozes-linked-to-traffic-noises-1-8095695.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8095694.1472555914!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Snoozes linked to traffic noises | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Nodding off in the middle of the day may be down to pollution generated by traffic, suggests new research.
The study shows exposure to traffic pollution is a trigger for daytime sleepiness - and may also trigger SNORING.
More than 12,000 adults were included in the Respiratory Health in Northern Europe study.
The findings show that people exposed to high levels of pollution had a 65 per cent greater chance of suffering from daytime sleepiness, compared to those who had no exposure.
Traffic noise in the bedroom was also a trigger - with people 46 per cent more likely to feel sleepy in the day if exposed.
And the research also suggests that people are also 29 per cent more likely to be a habitual snorer if they are exposed to traffic noise while they sleep.
Daytime sleepiness affected one in five people involved in the study, while one in four reported habitual snoring.
Ane Johannessen, an epidemiologist at Bergen University in Norway, wrote the study together with Professor Thorarinn Gislason and other Northern European researchers.
She said: "Exposure to traffic should be taken into account when planning treatment for patients with sleep disturbances, because reducing noise and pollution exposure in the bedroom may have a beneficial effect.
"Reducing exposure through relocating the bedroom away from pollution sources or making the bedroom more soundproof to protect against traffic noise, as well as mapping alternative and less polluted outdoor everyday routes may help patients with their sleep disorders."
The study also showed that men, older subjects, smokers and those with lower education were more likely to report habitual snoring.
They were usually less physically active, with a higher BMI, and more likely to have a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea.
Women, older people, smokers, and those with lower education were more likely to report daytime sleepiness.
The new research is due to be presented at the European Respiratory Society's International Congress in London next month.
Professor Jorgen Vestbo, President of ERS and Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the University of Manchester, said: "The question of who snores may be a running joke in some households but for many snoring is a serious issue, with direct links to physical and mental well being and the same is true for daytime sleepiness.
"We want people to think more about the environment around them and the impact it can have - from the way they sleep to the air they breathe."
To coincide with Congress, the ERS will be holding some free public lung function testing, starting in Trafalgar Square on September 2 and 3. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/snoozes-linked-to-traffic-noises-1-8095695 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/3487f51e6a49771cc5ee31c1d82a9414dca0f300d26f0ded66e128ba5ab7fa8e.json |
[
"Bob Westerdale",
"Head Of Sport"
] | 2016-08-27T12:50:22 | null | 2016-08-27T11:50:52 | Visit now for the latest ice hockey news - direct from The Star and updated throughout the day. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fsport%2Fice-hockey%2Fouch-icy-blast-in-the-car-park-for-sheffield-steelers-fans-1-8092286.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8092285.1472295157!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Ouch: icy blast in the car park for Sheffield Steelers fans | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Sheffield Steelers fans face a whopping rise in car parking fees at Sheffield Arena tonight.
Fans wanting to watch their favourite ice hockey team will now have to pay £7 on the night, or £5 if they have pre-booked on line...10 days in advance, according to club supporters.
It was £4 on the night, £3.50 in advance last year, they say. - so a 43 per cent rise for many who will arrive this evening.
The Star understands the move was made without consultation with the Steelers, who play Swedish team HV71 in the Champions Hockey League.
Inevitably it will cut into the expenditure available for 50-50 tickets, a valuable source of income to the Elite League club.
And some fans think it could harm ticket sales tonight and through the season.
Supporter Chris Moore tweeted this morning: "Cant help but feel this will affect attendance as the season goes on.just greedy of arena.#biggerpicture."
@We_Are_Steelers complained: "Get the feeling it's gonna be chaos in the car park tonight. Also get the feeling many will be seeking elsewhere to park £££££"
Carol Ibbotson added: "£7 for 1 event not bad ..but when families are visiting week in week out...soon adds up!"
Other fans believe the Arena are trying to mirror prices used for big musical gigs and other one-off events.
Richard_J_Allen tweeted: "It wouldn't be too bad if it was secure either. Cars have been damaged in there."
But Owlsteeler said: "To be fair it's £7 at arenas I'ev been for parking at events so guess they are catching up with other arenas."
And Ray Fryer pointed out: "Any other event Pre-booked £7 or £10 on day." | http://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/ice-hockey/ouch-icy-blast-in-the-car-park-for-sheffield-steelers-fans-1-8092286 | en | 2016-08-27T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/252a2cf0f66071805da96d6d4d09b18f229d68cd0ab6bbfeb4a7576f97f7e8c4.json |
[] | 2016-08-31T10:52:19 | null | 2016-08-31T07:42:48 | Visit now for the latest food & drink news - direct from The Star and updated throughout the day. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fwhats-on%2Ffood-and-drink%2Fpub-of-the-week-horse-and-jockey-240-wadsley-lane-sheffield-s6-4ef-1-8090946.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8090944.1472215497!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Pub of the week: Horse and Jockey, 240 Wadsley Lane, Sheffield, S6 4EF | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | You're almost there.We've just sent a confirmation email to . Check it out to confirm your registration.
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[
"Claire Lewis"
] | 2016-08-31T10:53:13 | null | 2016-08-31T10:38:46 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fpolice-seek-witnesses-after-car-overturns-in-sheffield-1-8097433.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8097432.1472636434!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Police seek witnesses after car overturns in Sheffield | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Police officers want to trace witnesses to a crash in which a car overturned in Sheffield.
An 81-year-old man driving a silver Toyota Avensis clipped a kerb on the A61 Penistone Road, High Green, while negotiating a right hand bend as he drove towards Tankersley Manor.
His car ended up on its roof.
The pensioner was taken to hospital with a head injury but has since been discharged.
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Anyone with information about the crash at 9.50am on Sunday should call South Yorkshire Police on 101. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/police-seek-witnesses-after-car-overturns-in-sheffield-1-8097433 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/91cde92357d64a3960a66c2488c55580a10c207159d0d9a0e040d7904be83ff3.json |
[
"Darren Burke",
"Communities Reporter"
] | 2016-08-31T10:53:11 | null | 2016-08-31T10:31:20 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fon-this-day-1997-death-of-princess-diana-her-royal-visits-and-how-sheffield-reacted-after-her-passing-1-8097419.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8097411.1472636213!/image/image.jpg | en | null | ON THIS DAY: 1997: Death of Princess Diana - her Royal visits and how Sheffield reacted after her passing | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | 19 years ago today, Princess Diana died in a road smash that sent shockwaves around the world.
Everyone knows the details of that fateful day in Paris on August 31, 1997 so we're instead looking at her visits to Sheffield during her lifetime and how the city reacted in the days that followed the tragedy.
A young Diana fan prepares to set off from Sheffield station for her funeral in London.
If we are to believe biographers and newspaper reports, Diana’s marriage to Prince Charles was seriously floundering when she dropped into Sheffield for a solo visit on July 16 1991.
Yet, typically, she betrayed no hint of her personal troubles as she chatted, joked and laughed with Sheffielders - and there were dozens of them - who turned out to that memorable visit to the city.
In her lifetime she was one of the most photographed individuals in the world and while in Sheffield she was captured on film many times by the Star’s shutter-happy photographers.
A key part of the Princess’s tour was a visit to Sheffield’s Harris Birthright Centre for Reproductive Medicine in Jessop Hospital.
A big screen at Sheffield Cathedral relayed her funeral.
Devoted crowds of royal watchers began gathering outside the building hours before she was due to arrive.
Armed with Union flags and flowers of welcome, they stood in the bright sunshine waiting for Diana.
Brother and sister Jason and Keri Hinchliffe of Moorbank Road, Sandygate, were seeing a member of the Royal family for the first time after recently moving to the city from South Africa.
Keri, aged 17, said: “I would like to say hello to her and say how happy I am to see her.
Diana took time to chat and meet with fans on her visit to Sheffield.
“She is so friendly and so glamorous and always looks as if she is enjoying her job. She is always smiling and happy.”
Grateful mum Deborah Newton, whose 13-month-old daughter Kate was born with the help of the Birthright Centre, was a VIP guest at the hospital.
The 34-year-old mum from Goole was due to meet the Princess and said: “Kate was born after research at the clinic.
“They helped us achieve our wish and I cannot over-emphasise the importance of their work.”
Diana visits a factory in Sheffield in 1984.
Princess Diana - wearing a cream and blue pinstripe suit - arrived in the county at RAF Finningley, near Doncaster, and travelled by car to Sheffield, getting to the hospital just before noon.
The Birthright charity’s progress had been closely followed by Diana, who was the organisation’s patron.
She officially opened the centre in 1986 and returned on that day to learn about breakthroughs in research into infertility.
She was introduced to hospital staff, charity trustees and South Yorkshire businessman Kevin McDonald and his wife, who were major sponsors of Birthright. He was managing director of Doncaster firm Polypipe.
Princess Diana posed for a picture with some of the children whose parents sought help from Jessop’s special unit. She also cradled a five-month-old baby girl.
Her delight was so obvious that she was lost for words.
Many Sheffield people travelled by train to London to attend the funeral.
Diana was giving a helping hand to a mum who had spent seven years trying to have a baby before having twins after treatment at the Birthright Centre.
The lucky mum was Stephanie Dilnot from West Yorkshire.
Outside the hospital the Princess chatted to some of the hundreds who turned up to catch a glimpse of her.
Her sunny sense of humour was ever-present - particularly when she joked to a well-wisher who presented her with a gift: “Oh, no I can’t carry that! It would ruin my street cred…”
The incident happened at the Cutlers’ Hall, where a special lunch was organised to raise money for Birthright by Master Cutler Hugh Sykes and wife Ruby.
The lunch raised up to £20,000 for the charity after guests paid £75 a head for the pleasure of having lunch with the Royal visitor.
The Princess was then due to meet the events organiser of the World Student Games Disability Programme and participants in the It’s Our Year Too programme.
After lunch, the Princess broke protocol and set off on unscheduled walkabouts in Sheffield city centre to speak to as many of her lucky devoted fans as possible.
She then travelled to Rotherham, taking part in another walkabout before calling in at Rotherham Relate, the marriage guidance organisation.
While there, she spent seven minutes alone listening to a young couple’s marital problems.
The couple, who had four children, told her that unemployment had put a strain on their marriage.
The Princess, who was Relate’s patron, spent longer than planned touring the marriage guidance offices in Percy Street, despite arriving 20 minutes late in Rotherham after visiting Sheffield.
Following her death, Sheffield, like the rest of the country and the world, was plunged into mourning. Floral tributes piled up at key buildings across the city and Sheffield Catherdral relayed coverage of her London funeral on big screens.
Books of condolence were opened and many Sheffielders travelled to London for the funeral with their own floral tributes.
Princess Diana at the Cutler's Hall in Sheffield. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/on-this-day-1997-death-of-princess-diana-her-royal-visits-and-how-sheffield-reacted-after-her-passing-1-8097419 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/88ade3ec90fd37cde24662592e358ebd6476cff35afab202c82a9194a2aeff6d.json |
[
"Claire Lewis"
] | 2016-08-30T12:52:30 | null | 2016-08-30T10:57:57 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Flatest-traffic-moving-on-south-yorkshire-motorway-again-after-earlier-crashes-1-8095464.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8095535.1472559756!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Latest: Traffic moving on South Yorkshire motorway again after earlier crashes | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | A South Yorkshire motorway has re-opened again after two earlier crashes.
An air ambulance landed on the A1(M) earlier today after a collision on the northbound stretch between J36 for Warmsworth and J35 for the M18.
The northbound stretch was closed and there were four miles of slow traffic on the approach to J35.
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There was also a second collision - involving a lorry and a motorbike - on the southbound carriageway between J37 for Marr and J36 for Warmsworth.
Highways England said traffic is now moving in both directions, but motorists have been urged to allow extra time for their journeys until the build up of traffic eases. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/latest-traffic-moving-on-south-yorkshire-motorway-again-after-earlier-crashes-1-8095464 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/6c57636ff0c2fee9262474241b66b0fc849a137bd2407ac3657d636e6b310a45.json |
[] | 2016-08-29T14:52:15 | null | 2016-08-29T14:13:34 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fthousands-enjoyed-sheffield-fayre-at-norfolk-heritage-park-1-8094446.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8094437.1472476366!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Thousands enjoyed Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | A huge range of activities drew a big crowd for the 15th annual Sheffield Fayre.
Norfolk Heritage Park once again hosted the bank holiday event today (August 29), and visitors were bathed in sunshine all day.
Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park 2016 Admiring glances at a classic morgam 3 wheeler Super Sport
As well as a fairground model show and archives exhibition, there were slideshows, TV costume characters, craft displays, children’s rides, food and drink stalls and a bar.
Among the live attractions were an RSPCA dog show, wood craft demonstrations, a visit from the Sheffield Kite Flyers, music and dancing.
The horticultural show proved popular as ever, offering classes ranging from photography and flower arranging to cakes, vegetables and wine.
The event was presented and organised by Sheffield Council in partnership with the Friends of Norfolk Heritage Park and Sheffield University’s Fairground Archive.
Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park 2016 Its not a race!! Kids enjoy the go karts
Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park 2016 Tips are gained while looking at the winners in the horticulture tent
Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park 2016 Colourful blooms draw attention
Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park 2016 Colourful blooms draw attention
Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park 2016 Learning the maypole is all good fun
Sheffield Fayre at Norfolk Heritage Park 2016 Bouncy slide fun for the kids who attended | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/thousands-enjoyed-sheffield-fayre-at-norfolk-heritage-park-1-8094446 | en | 2016-08-29T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/6f3ffc6694c1ac628dc2a37006021c7d930697125a1240e80d2037adafd6b835.json |
[] | 2016-08-26T18:50:27 | null | 2016-08-26T19:38:54 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Florry-driver-who-faces-court-for-careless-driving-crash-in-sheffield-is-german-national-1-8091836.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8089676.1472150191!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Lorry driver who faces court for careless driving crash in Sheffield is German national | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | A man who will face charges for driving a lorry without due care and attention after a collision with a car in Sheffield is a German national, police have revealed.
The man was driving a lorry along Ridgeway Road, Gleadless, on Thursday when it collided with a silver Volkswagen.
The car driver suffered minor injuries and was treated by paramedics at the scene.
The lorry driver, now revealed to be a German national, was handed a £300 fine on the spot.
Now he can either contest the charges in court or accept his guilt and ‘the matter will be dealt with’, a South Yorkshire Police spokesman said. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/lorry-driver-who-faces-court-for-careless-driving-crash-in-sheffield-is-german-national-1-8091836 | en | 2016-08-26T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/b0525b35a498dbd5d15720f80b6058dab516d3119ddcebd24d7eb06f94985e09.json |
[] | 2016-08-30T06:52:34 | null | 2016-08-30T07:01:39 | Visit now for the latest your say news - direct from The Star and updated throughout the day. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fyour-say%2Ftop-lad-1-8095091.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8095090.1472536878!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Top lad | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | My grandson Alex Kitson, emigrated three weeks ago to Arkansas and couldn’t pick up his own results. We Skyped him at 2.30am their time with his results.
We would love a picture in The Star as he came first in the area with 12A* and an A.
I hope you can do something for us as it would be a great surprise for him and so well deserved!
Jan Kitson
by email | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/your-say/top-lad-1-8095091 | en | 2016-08-30T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/b26d56ce54ff455e8b20df4cf13ee2a4022bae8fd8702fab491de63c06a1c537.json |
[
"Chris Page",
"Digital First Team"
] | 2016-08-26T13:15:27 | null | 2016-08-23T12:32:46 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fbank-holiday-countdown-five-south-yorkshire-family-events-to-enjoy-weather-permitting-1-8083890.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8083888.1471952112!/image/image.jpg | en | null | BANK HOLIDAY COUNTDOWN: Five South Yorkshire family events to enjoy (weather permitting!) | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Brass band to classic cars, jousting to jam, are among awaiting bank holiday family attractions ... as well as an annual chance to go ape!
Home for Saturday's 2 to 5pm Froggatt Show is Hope Valley hamlet once owned by Duke of Rutland.
Joust like a woman: Alix van Zijl
The riverside fete is expected to host acclaimed Hathersage Brass Band while other attractions are set to include traditional Punch & Judy show, tea tent and refreshments. Children's fancy dress competition, pony and rider judging as well as produce auction of preserves and flowers are similar staples.
"If you want to step back in time to the traditional English fete of 50 years ago, you could do no better than to attend the Froggatt Show," said a spokesman. "Or why not enter your own crafts, flowers, fruit and veg. or perhaps even your home brewed wine or beer, for chance to win awards such as Chequers Inn Trophy, Eddie Welch Memorial Shield or Ives Prize."
Sunday 10.30am to 4.30pm at Market Hill, Bawtry, sees Respect Drivers Classic and Supercars Pageant with expected 100-plus historic vehicles offering dream rides for charity.
Over 1,000 last year visited a showcase whose growing reputation sees owners from around the UK attend. Benefiting will be Respect Carers Awards, presented three times a year to paid and unpaid regional carers across the region. Launched six years ago, the accolades honour dozens of public-nominated nurses, hospice staff, ambulance crew, family members and carers within the community. Such motor sport fund-raisers are passion of Respect co-owner and vintage car collector Gordon Tulley.
Judges from as far afield as London are expected to attend this year's "even bigger and more exciting" event with entertainment into the evening after day-time seated bars, cafes and regular parades with public and drivers dressed in period costume.
Sunday and Monday 10.30am to 5pm will witness Grand Medieval Joust at Bolsover Castle featuring, for the first time. female jouster.
Castle staff are gearing up to host their most exciting event of the season with horsewoman extraordinaire Alix van Zijl set to take reins against three men. The final English Heritage property to stage female joust this summer, grounds will echo to the roar of horses’ hooves and clash of shattering lances for ultimate medieval contest as combatants, dressed in full armour and each armed with 3.3m long lance, charge toward one another at combined closing speeds of 25mph.
Inspired young challengers can hone their skills in Children’s Battle while other activities include displays of medieval falconry and archery, foot combat, knights' tales and lessons in art of sword combat. Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in sights, sounds and smells of daily medieval life amid music, minstrels and games galore.
Events manager Debbie Houldsworth said: “The castle is a stunning backdrop to an event full of breath-taking displays of skill, entertainment and capers aplenty and this jam-packed family day out promises an unrivalled way to experience the fun and thrills of medieval amusements"
Now in its 15th year, Sheffield Fayre takes place on Monday in Norfolk Heritage Park.
Organisers are still calling for people from across the city and beyond to showcase their finest produce in the horticultural show, presented by Sheffield City Council in partnership with Friends of Norfolk Heritage Park and The University of Sheffield Fairground Archive.
Coun Mary Lea, city council cabinet member for culture, parks and leisure, said: “I know so many people in The Outdoor City grow vegetables, arrange flowers or are keen bakers, brewers or jam-makers. So why not show off your wares and be in with a chance of winning a prize at Sheffield Fayre?
Entries are accepted up until 5pm tomorrow (Wednesday August 24) for classes including photography, flower arranging, honey, cakes, bread, pot plants, bonsai, vegetables, wine and crafts. Junior classes include needlecraft, art, photography, baking and miniature garden creation. Winners will be announced at 5pm on Monday with horticultural show closing at 5.30pm.
As well as fairground scale model tent and archives exhibition, there will be fun dog show, birds of prey displays, vintage cars, TV costume characters, craft stalls, children’s rides, food and drink outlets and bar. Other live attractions are expected to include Sheffield Kite Flyers, RSPCA dog show, wood craft demonstrations, music and dancing.
Coun Lea added: “There really is something for all the family and, of course, Sheffield Fayre is once again taking place in the beautiful Norfolk Heritage Park, which is a great place to spend a bank holiday with fantastic views over the city centre.”
Monkey business is on the agenda on Monday at Gorilla Guy charity event in Sheffield's Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife & Falconry Centre.
The North Anston site Wilderness Walk-through, which opened last year, will from 1 to 1.45pm and 2 to 2.45pm stage minimum £1 charity photo opportunities with performer in "Hollywood standard" animatronics costume for chosen charity Jane Goodall Trust to fund infant and adult chimpanzees' baby formula and bananas.
Visitors can also meet other primates at 11:30am and 2:30pm in Lemur Heights with other animal encounters available throughout the day from 10am to 5.30pm as part of Amazing Animals Summer Holidays Superheroes event. | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/bank-holiday-countdown-five-south-yorkshire-family-events-to-enjoy-weather-permitting-1-8083890 | en | 2016-08-23T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/c12ecf5e30d9ed57eef2c43cbf9060bbbfcfe5b52ade58bc849e373433d5213e.json |
[
"Darren Burke",
"Communities Reporter"
] | 2016-08-31T12:53:08 | null | 2016-08-31T13:16:43 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fvideo-shocking-dashcam-footage-captures-moment-car-and-bus-carrying-children-collide-in-sheffield-1-8098025.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8098024.1472645912!/image/image.jpg | en | null | VIDEO: Shocking dashcam footage captures moment car and bus carrying children collide in Sheffield | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | This is the moment a dramatic collision between a car and a bus carrying children was captured on camera on the streets of Sheffield.
The video, which shows the aftermath of the collision in High Green, has already been seen more than 11,000 times on video sharing website YouTube.
The 63-second clip shows a silver vehicle scattering debris across the carriageway before seeming to come to a sudden halt further down the road.
Children can be heard shouting while a female voice can be heard reassuring the youngsters "alright everybody?" A voice can also be heard exclaiming "Oh my God" during the clip.
It is not clear exactly where and when in High Green the footage was filmed but it was uploaded to the site yesterday.
The video, entitled "Caught on Dash Cam Idiot Driver Speeding Crashes Into The Back of bus Carrying Children Sheffield UK" is one of dozens on a website called IdiotUKDriversExposed.
The clip begins with film shot from the dashboard of the bus as it travels along a suburban road. A vehicle can be seen coming in the opposite direction before a loud bang is here and then a silver vehicle is seen passing on the driver's side in a haze of dust and shattered car parts.
The vehicle appears to narrowly miss a dark coloured van and then can be seen coming to a stop further down the road.
People can then be seen walking in front of the bus windscreen with other cars also arriving in the aftermath of the collision.
Commenting on the video on YouTube, user Katie Holmes said: "This happened outside my home and my little girls and all her friends were on that coach. returning from a singing concert.
"When I got to the coach my daughter was mid asthma attack scary as hell. Teachers were amazing though." | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/video-shocking-dashcam-footage-captures-moment-car-and-bus-carrying-children-collide-in-sheffield-1-8098025 | en | 2016-08-31T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/1be89447a9537cd36536d3face405174ee00e4ba4d5bc3c6b1a1f1f3eaa770ec.json |
[
"Julia Armstrong"
] | 2016-08-26T13:03:33 | null | 2016-08-13T08:15:00 | Get the latest breaking news from The Star - politics, education, health, crime, showbiz, environment and more. Visit now. | http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thestar.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fchatsworth-country-fair-then-and-now-after-35-years-1-8066961.json | http://res.cloudinary.com/jpress/image/fetch/w_300,f_auto,ar_3:2,c_fill/http://www.thestar.co.uk/webimage/1.8066958.1471022534!/image/image.jpg | en | null | Chatsworth country fair then and now after 35 years | null | null | www.thestar.co.uk | Chatsworth holds its 35th country fair next month and two event organisers past and present have looked at the popular event then and now.
Andrew Cuthbert was behind the first fair in 1981 and Sarah Green is preparing this year’s.
The Household Cavalry entering the ring at Chatsworth on their first appearance in 1981
The number of visitors in 1981 was around 50,000. This figure is now closer to 90,000.
Sarah said: “The site is roughly the same size now. “The mapping is a little like doing a massive jigsaw puzzle – except that when you remove a piece it always seems impossible to squeeze it into another slot. ”
Andrew said: “I would arrive a fortnight before the event in the park with my caravan to mark out the ground with white pegs.
“I would always allow an extra day and a half to be greeted by all my Chatsworth friends, who would call on my caravan to offer their help.”
Former Chatsworth Country Fair president , TV gardener Alan Titchmarsh
The Red Socks is a team of volunteers who play a vital role in running the fair. In 1981 there were 15 Red Socks but now there are 60.
Notable members include Olympic rower Matthew Pinsent and his late brother Thomas, who both volunteered as youngsters.
Andrew said: “I could not have done it all without the help and cooperation of my wonderful band of Red Socks.
“They do not only make the show tick but also take a share of the proceeds for the Red Sock Trust which they in turn give to so many deserving charities.
“Over the years, the Red Socks must have given well in excess of £1 million to charity.”
Around 300 animals took part in 1981 including falcons, foxhounds, sheepdogs, dressage horses, lurchers and ferrets. Possibly the most unusual was an antelope in 2002.
BBC gardening favourite Alan Titchmarsh, England cricketer Michael Vaughan, IAAF president Sebastian Coe, BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson, Matthew Pinsent and just announced, Sheffield superstar athlete Jessica Ennis-Hill, complete the illustrious line-up of fair presidents.
The Guards Free Fall Parachute Display Team opened the first fair in 1981. This year the Grand Ring will be led by The Household Cavalry Musical Ride, Imps Motorcycle Display Team and The Red Arrows, who first appeared in 2010.
Andrew said: “A bad memory was the clear-up following the big flood on the weekend of Princess Diana’s death.
“It rained so heavily that when it was time for the Gurkhas to give their display I offered to cancel it; however, the Pipe Major told me rain and eight inches of standing water was not going to put them off from coming into the Grand Ring and giving their best. And they did.”
Sarah Green added: “My biggest challenge? Always the weather.”
The fair takes place this year on September 2-4. For more information, visit www.chatsworthcountryfair.co.uk | http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/chatsworth-country-fair-then-and-now-after-35-years-1-8066961 | en | 2016-08-13T00:00:00 | www.thestar.co.uk/dafd8be84905987afde456fa91611275cb86357e9e1b9455dde0e14a1cf95635.json |
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