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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Picnic attracts 400 residents as part of VE Day anniversary events
A family picnic attracted around 400 residents as part of a series of tributes to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Haydon Wick Parish Council's commemorations began on Thursday, May 8, with the raising of the VE Day flag at 9am. A "Lights of Peace" event followed, where residents placed candles and lamps in their windows. Councillor Leanne Stevenson, vice chair of the community development committee, said: "The community's participation in the national Lights of Peace initiative was truly heartwarming." Read more: Bollards painted like cigarettes on Hythe Road in Swindon The weekend celebrations continued with a family picnic at Mouldon Hill Country Park, which combined 1940s experiences with family-friendly entertainment. Visitors enjoyed a programme of activities, including melodies from Swindon Brass, attractions from George Scarrott's and Sons Fun Fair, face painting, vintage outdoor games, semaphore demonstrations, and vintage train rides. Many attendees wore 1940s-inspired outfits, adding to the event's atmosphere. Councillor Adam John said: "In the 1940s, families gathered for simple pleasures that brought communities together during challenging times. "Our event honoured that tradition while creating new memories for today's families." Councillor Rebecca Ross, chair of the community development committee, said: "Our commemorations honoured both aspects of VE Day – the reflection on sacrifice and the jubilation of peace." The council has invited residents to their next community event, the Haydon Wick Summer Extravaganza, on Saturday, August 16.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Yahoo
Family searching for clues in 2014 disappearance of Springfield man
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – There isn't a lot known about the disappearance of Adam Johns. He was last seen Oct. 2, 2014, at Island Park in Springfield, Ore. The hosts of 'Murder In The Rain' podcast joined AM Extra with more on this case. Tribes battle PGE's plan to seize Willamette Falls land If you have any information about Adam John's whereabouts or you know what happened to him, contact the Springfield Police 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
