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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Man runs from drug deal, jumps into GA pond to escape deputies, officials say
Georgia officials said a man went to great lengths to avoid an arrest. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] On Sunday, Cpl. Johnny Robinette and Game Warden Aaron Powell were called to help Cook County deputies and Adel police. According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, officers were chasing a suspect who ran away from a drug deal. The DNR said the suspect stole a bike to help in his escape, and then jumped into a pond and swam to a nearby island to avoid being arrested. TRENDING STORIES: Man installed recording device in metro Atlanta Burlington Coat Factory, police say Nearly 2 dozen arrested for stealing thousands from Mall of Georgia Hall Co. escaped inmate steals motorcycle, leads deputies on multi-state chase, officials say When game wardens arrived, they launched a boat to access the island. They later found the suspect and took him into custody. The suspect, whose age and identity were not released, was turned over to local agencies and charged with multiple drug-related offenses. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Council chiefs pledge colab with new BID to ‘drive improvements'
THE COUNCIL has pledged to work alongside the newly formed Stourbridge Business Improvement District (BID) to 'drive improvements' throughout the town. The new BID came into force on April 1 after 77 per cent of votes cast by town centre business bosses were in favour of the move. The vote will mean that around £835,000 will be generated over the next five years to be spent on supporting businesses and improving the town centre. Council bosses have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Stourbridge BID team, committing both parties to press ahead together with improvement plans for the town centre. The cash comes from a levy imposed on businesses on top of existing business rates. Aaron Powell, Centre Management at The Ryemarket Centre and Chair of Stourbridge BID, said: 'We're proud to officially launch Stourbridge BID and to have the strong backing of both local businesses and Dudley Council. 'The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding marks the start of a new chapter for Stourbridge town centre, one where collaboration and shared vision will deliver real, lasting improvements. 'We're committed to making Stourbridge a vibrant, welcoming, and thriving destination for businesses, residents and visitors alike.' Cllr Paul Bradley, Deputy Leader of the council and a Director of Stourbridge BID, said: 'As a council, we have seen the huge difference the creation of a BID can make to a town in Halesowen. 'For that reason, we were happy to back a similar BID in Stourbridge, and the signing of the MoU is a commitment from both parties to work together to drive improvements in the town centre. 'It is an exciting opportunity for business bosses to have an influence on making positive improvements to their towns. 'I think it will be a huge boost for Stourbridge, an opportunity to drive more trade and footfall to the town and create new jobs.'
BBC News
09-03-2025
- General
- BBC News
Funds to help communities mark VE Day anniversary in Wychavon
A £19,000 fund is being made available to help communities in part of Worcestershire mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two in District Council is making the money available to town and parish councils to support activities on and around 8 May, the anniversary of VE Day in is also scrapping fees for road closure notices for anyone holding a street party on 8 May, on 5 May or over the weekend from 9 to 11 armed forces champion, Rob Adams, said: "We encourage everyone to come together to reflect, celebrate, and pay tribute to those who secured our freedom." Deputy leader Aaron Powell said he was delighted "our strong financial position has allowed us to provide this funding". Follow BBC Hereford & Worcester on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
