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CTV News
4 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
$1M Timmins roadwork starts next week
Timmins roadwork starts next week with nearly $1 million in upgrades along Airport Road and Westmount Boulevard. Phase 1 includes new signals, crosswalks and drainage upgrades.
CTV News
03-07-2025
- CTV News
Driver arrested twice in same month for being impaired: OPP
Provincial police say they arrested a driver for getting behind the wheel while impaired twice in the same month. The first arrest happened on the afternoon of June 8, after officers received a report about an individual who appeared intoxicated attempting to drive away from a business in Caledon. Police arrived at the location in the area of Airport Road and Old Church Road and said they determined the driver had been drinking. The 40-year-old from Caledon was arrested and charged with driving while under suspension, being intoxicated in public, failing or refusing to comply with demand, and operation while impaired by alcohol. As a result of the charges, the vehicle was impounded for seven days and the driver's licence was suspended for 90 days, however, police say this didn't deter the accused from getting behind the wheel again three weeks later. On Monday this week, Caledon OPP said it received a report about a suspected intoxicated person leaving a parking lot in the area of Airport Road and Old Church Road. Officers attended, located the vehicle, conducted a traffic stop, and placed the driver under arrest. Police say the officers formed grounds the driver's ability to operate a vehicle was impaired by alcohol. They confirmed it was the same driver who was arrested in the June 8 incident.
Khaleej Times
16-06-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
Al Noor Hospital to close after 40 years; 'will be a loss' for Abu Dhabi residents
Mediclinic will shut down its city centre branch, known as Al Noor Hospital, and consolidate services at its expanding Airport Road facility in Abu Dhabi, which is undergoing a Dh120-million upgrade. In the heart of a bustling street, Al Noor Hospital has served the community for nearly four decades. The decision marks the end of an era for one of Abu Dhabi's oldest private hospitals, which has operated in the heart of the capital since 1985. While the move is part of a broader plan to centralise operations, long-time residents say they will miss the familiarity and convenience the landmark hospital has long provided. Rawan Batnji, who lives in the vicinity of the hospital, said, "It's sad how everything old around us is shutting down. I wasn't expecting Al Noor to go, it's always been there." The 35-year-old Palestinian housewife has been living in Al Noor Hospital's neighbourhood since 2007, she said while the hospital's guests and valet were causing a lot of congestion in the area, she feels sad to see it leave. 'Even though I lived across the street from it, I used to often go to the Airport Road branch to avoid the hassle of getting through the crowds and elevator at Al Noor," she explained. 'However, since Mediclinic took over and expanded it, taking over the adjacent building, it became more organised and less hectic to go there.' Airport Road expansion The closure, which will take effect once the expansion of Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital is complete, reflects the group's long-term strategy to offer more integrated and specialised care under one roof, according to Hein van Eck, Chief Business Officer of Mediclinic Middle East. "This decision is not about cost-saving," van Eck told Khaleej Times. "It's about consolidating services in a larger, more modern facility that can better serve our patients and attract top clinical talent." Asked whether building limitations at the city branch influenced the decision, van Eck acknowledged that the current location 'has constraints', but said the move was driven primarily by clinical considerations and future growth plans. "It's not just about the physical space," he said, "we're looking at how we can optimise patient pathways, improve efficiency, and expand our offerings, particularly in specialised areas like women's health and complex surgeries." The Airport Road expansion, with a capital outlay of Dh120 million, will add four floors to the existing hospital, significantly increasing its capacity. The upgraded facility will include enhanced maternity and neonatal services, as well as new operating theatres, medical oncology units, and outpatient departments. Transport support for patients Located inside a residential building in the heart of a busy street at the heart of the capital's city centre, Al Noor Hospital's location is hardly ideal for a major medical facility. "We were shocked when we moved to Abu Dhabi in 1996 and found a hospital so ill-placed inside a residential building on a busy street," said Shadia Abu El Faraj, a Syrian housewife. "Nonetheless, the hospital had some of Abu Dhabi's top doctors, and it's close to where we live, so I am used to going there for medical care," added the 69-year-old. "Even though I drive and I live close to the highway that takes me to the Airport Road branch, I still prefer to go to Al Noor; it will be a loss to the residents of the area," she concluded. "Patients from the city centre will still have easy access to our services," van Eck said. "We're making arrangements to ensure a smooth transition, including transport support for those who need it." The CEO confirmed that while a majority of staff, around two-thirds, will be transferred to the Airport Road facility or other Mediclinic clinics across Abu Dhabi, the group is doing everything possible to minimise the impact on employees. "After the patient safety and the patient continuity, our staff and how we handle our staff was the most important thing for us," he said. "There will be people impacted, but we've been holding back appointments across Mediclinic Middle East, also in Al Ain, the Western Region, and Dubai. Quite a number, around 170, positions are open, and we want to give our people the priority for those positions." He also noted that even non-clinical contracted staff such as catering, valet, and security teams have been considered in the transition process. "Those are contracted-out services, but we still see those people as part of our family," he said. "We've been engaging with those companies, and those companies have been fantastic, saying that they'd be able to absorb the people." Mediclinic is also supporting affected staff through financial packages beyond legal requirements, in addition to job-seeking support. "We worked out packages for people that acknowledge the fact that they have years of service," van Eck said. "Even on the financial side, we're supporting them… we've put in place CV writing, LinkedIn profile support, reference letters from management; we're really trying to look after our people." In terms of medical continuity, he assured patients with insurance plans not covered at the Airport Road facility that they would be supported. "If there are patients that can't be treated by us because of insurance limitations, we will even refer them to the competition, just to make sure their treatment is uninterrupted," he said. Mediclinic confirmed that a transition phase will begin next week, with detailed planning and staff engagement. Van Eck said many of the hospital's medical teams had already been collaborating across both branches in preparation for the shift. "Our orthopaedic teams, for example, have been working together for over a year across both sites, so this will help make it a more seamless move." So far, the response from the city branch's most prominent doctors has been encouraging. "All the big-name doctors that I've spoken to have been very positive," he said. "They understand that they are leaders and that the community and the rest of the staff look up to them. They've shown leadership and positivity, saying that although they love Al Noor, they're part of the Mediclinic family and want to help make this work."
Zawya
01-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Zawya
Nobles Properties enhances AlShahd 3's residential security infrastructure
Amman, Jordan – Nobles Properties has announced a series of upgrades to the security infrastructure at AlShahd 3, reinforcing its commitment to creating safe, well-planned communities that prioritize resident comfort and quality of life. The improvements include the installation of a modern, 24/7 surveillance system covering all entrances and key facilities within the development to ensure continuous monitoring and rapid emergency response. Engineers completed a three-meter-high perimeter wall around the entire site, along with a secure, architecturally distinctive main gate that reflects the identity of the project and enables controlled access. Nobles has contracted a specialized firm to provide round-the-clock security and on-site personnel as part of its plan to complete an integrated security system as landowners begin building their homes. AlShahd 3 is one of Nobles' flagship residential developments—a gated community located at the intersection of Airport Road and the Amman Development Corridor. The project includes 97 residential plots within a thoughtfully master-planned environment, offering convenient access to key destinations such as Airport Road, the Seventh Circle, and Queen Alia International Airport. Designed with modern infrastructure and organized roadways, AlShahd 3 also features generous green spaces, family parks, sports courts, and an outdoor fitness zone. The project reflects Nobles' broader vision of developing integrated, modern communities that combine strong infrastructure with recreational and lifestyle amenities—meeting the needs of families and individuals seeking a safe, contemporary living experience in the heart of Amman. About Nobles Nobles is an international group of companies comprising Nobles Properties, its real estate asset management arm; Nobles Development Management, its engineering Project Management Organization (PMO); and Nobles Logistics & Industrial Cities. Nobles builds and manages distinctive lifestyle developments, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects such as AlShahd City 1, 2, 3, and 4; Jerash Hills; Nobles Tower; and Amman Logistics & Industrial City (ALIC). The company's CSR program includes over a thousand scholarships across 11 countries, along with strategic partnerships with local charities and social development initiatives. Omar Ayesh, the company's founder, developed one of the region's most iconic projects—Princess Tower in Dubai—which Guinness World Records recognized as the tallest residential tower in the world upon completion. Nobles operates across North America, Turkey, the Middle East, and North Africa, with several innovative projects in the pipeline in Jordan, Libya, and elsewhere. Contact: Nobles Properties – Media Inquiries PR@
CTV News
28-05-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Timmins dust devil captured on video
A Timmins business owner captured video of a dust devil causing havoc to her freshly planted garden area. A Timmins business owner captured video of a dust devil causing havoc to her freshly planted garden area. Sarah Popovic is the owner of the Northern Fleurista at Popovic Acres. She said the devil struck her flower farm on Airport Road around 6 p.m. Timmins dust devil A Timmins business owner captured video of a dust devil causing havoc to her freshly planted garden area. (Video courtesy of Sarah Popovic) 'It lifted all my landscape fabric up off my peony field,' Popovic told CTV News in a Facebook message. 'There was damage to some of the plants but it could have been a lot worse, I think. I won't know the full extent until they show signs of recovery.' A dust devil is a swirling wind that can develop in the afternoon when a land surface is heating up. 'Dust devils are occasionally made visible by the lofting of dust, leaves, or other loose matter from the surface,' according to a post on the Britannica website. This is the first time she dealt with a weather event like this, she said. 'Let's just say not a great day!' Popovic said in a post along with the video.
