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Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Primary school celebrates another year of sporting achievement
A primary school has celebrated another successful year of sporting achievement. Blackwood Primary School held its annual sports presentation on Tuesday, recognising 97 pupils from years 3 to 6 who represented the school in competitions throughout the academic year. The school participated in every event available in the area, with students competing in a wide range of sports including cross country, rugby, basketball, netball, football, bowls, and duathlon. A spokesman for Blackwood Primary School said: "A huge thank you to all our participants for their dedication and sportsmanship this year. "Here's to another stellar year ahead." (Image: Supplied) The year 5 and 6 boys' football team finished second in the Blackwood Cluster League and reached the Caerphilly finals. The girls' football team also enjoyed a strong season, competing in the cluster league, two 'Game On' festivals, and several matches against nearby schools. (Image: Supplied) Tennis teams from the school qualified for the Caerphilly finals, with the year 3 and 4 girls winning the title and the boys finishing as runners-up. (Image: Supplied) The year 5 and 6 boys also took first place, while the girls narrowly missed out on the top spot. (Image: Supplied) Cricket proved to be the school's standout sport this year. After winning the Caerphilly cluster event, the team went on to become champions of the South East Wales cricket finals. (Image: Supplied) Each pupil who represented the school received an award in recognition of their effort and achievement. Year 6 pupils also voted for their 'player of the year' in basketball, bowls, cricket, football, netball, rugby, and tennis. (Image: Supplied) Overall boys' and girls' athlete of the year awards were also presented. The school's ethos, 'United we empower, nurture, challenge,' was at the heart of their sporting success, reflecting their commitment to teamwork, personal growth, and resilience both on and off the field.
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Woman, 40, arrested after man allegedly stabbed to death in Scots town
Emergency crews rushed to the scene around 8.10pm after the alarm was raised over an alleged disturbance NICKED Woman, 40, arrested after man allegedly stabbed to death in Scots town Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A WOMAN has been arrested after the death of a man in Ayr earlier this month. Mark Blackwood was found with fatal injuries in the town's Glenmuir Place on July 5. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 A woman has been arrested following the death of a man in Glenmuir Place, Ayr Credit: Stephen Gibson / Buchanan Photos Emergency crews rushed to the scene around 8.10pm after the alarm was raised over an alleged disturbance. But Mr Blackwood could not be saved and the 42-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. Cops have since arrested a 40-year-old woman in connection with his death. Police launched a major probe following his passing. Officers are continuing to investigate and anyone with information has been urged to get in touch. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "A 40-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the death of 42-year-old man, Mark Blackwood, in Ayr. "Around 8.10pm on Saturday, 5 July, 2025, we were called to a report of a man found seriously injured in a flat in Glenmuir Place. "He was pronounced dead at the scene. Enquiries are ongoing." Following Mr Blackwood's death, police swarmed the residential area. Specialist forensic officers also attended and scoured the scene for clues. Fire crews tackle major building blaze in Scots town centre as roads closed and locals told 'avoid the area' Elsewhere in Ayrshire, a 14-year-old boy has tragically died after being struck by a car. The youngster was knocked down by a Vauxhall Corsa as he walked on the A76 near Hurlford yesterday. Mercy crews rushed to the spot of the collision but the schoolboy was pronounced dead at the scene.
New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Cathay upbeat on Malaysia's aviation sector; unit to start Subang flights Aug 1
KUALA LUMPUR: Cathay Pacific's budget carrier, HK Express Airways, will launch daily flights to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (Subang Airport) starting August 1 as part of its broader plan to expand operations in Malaysia. Robbie Blackwood, Cathay Pacific's area head for Malaysia and Brunei, said he remains upbeat about the aviation sector's outlook. "We've seen strong resilience in the Penang market, especially on the cargo side, which performed very well in the first half of this year. Agility is key. We're constantly monitoring new route opportunities, and we have a really good team here who can identify that," he told Business Times after the unveiling of the "Traverse with Paramount" campaign, a partnership with Paramount Property, here on Wednesday. "Our extensive network allows us to serve emerging routes and new cargo types effectively. Passenger performance has also been encouraging, with leisure travel remaining strong. This year, corporate travel is making a notable comeback, and we expect customer demand to continue rising, although our capacity plans are still being finalised." Featured Videos Cathay Pacific acquired HK Express in 2019 and has been actively expanding its footprint in Malaysia. "When we explored new markets, we started with Penang, launching daily flights to Hong Kong in November last year. From August, we'll expand into Subang with daily departures as well, making Subang the second Malaysian destination for HK Express," Blackwood said. There are also plans to operate from other airports in Malaysia, especially in popular tourist destinations, but details are still under wraps. "Malaysia is a key growth market for us as we expand across the region, Blackwood said. He noted that currently, Cathay Pacific operates seven passenger flights and three freighter flights weekly out of Penang, supporting the state's thriving electronics export sector. HK Express also runs daily passenger flights from Penang. Cathay Pacific also maintains a strong presence at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), with three daily passenger flights. For its Subang operations, HK Express will deploy narrow-body aircraft in line with its low-cost strategy, which is likely from the A320 family, potentially including the A321neo, Blackwood said, noting that final aircraft plans are still being finalised. "Subang serves a slightly different market for us. Its proximity to the city centre is a major advantage, and the evening departure slots cater well to passengers wanting to fly after work. Currently, Cathay Pacific operates morning, early afternoon, and mid-afternoon departures from KLIA. Subang's evening flight adds more flexibility for travellers," Blackwood added. Separately, for the first time in Malaysia, Cathay Pacific has teamed up with a local property developer to strengthen its brand presence here. The partnership with Paramount Property for the 'Traverse with Paramount' campaign is built on aligned values, Blackwood said. "Paramount focuses on what they can offer customers beyond handing over the keys to a home. We approach travel the same way, through exceptional service in flight, at the airport, during check-in, and in our lounges. From a values perspective, the partnership is a natural fit," he said. The campaign will reward property buyers with between 10,000 and 40,000 Asia Miles for purchases made across eight participating Paramount Property developments.
Daily Record
08-07-2025
- Daily Record
Police name man killed in Ayr flat disturbance as detectives investigate murder
Mark Blackwood, 42, died following a disturbance at a flat on Glenmuir Place in Ayr on Saturday, July 5. Police have named a man who died following a disturbance at a flat in Ayr as they confirmed they are treating his death as murder. Mark Blackwood, 42, died following the incident on Glenmuir Place in the Whitletts area of the town on Saturday, July 5. Extensive enquiries have been carried out by police with an area around Glenmuir Place cordoned off for a number of days. Mr Blackwood's family, who are being supported by officers, are aware and have asked that their privacy is respected. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 8.10pm to reports of a man found seriously injured in a flat. He was later pronounced dead at the scene. A post-mortem examination has taken place and police have confirmed his death is now being treated as murder. Detective Inspector Steven Slater said: 'Our thoughts are with Mark's family and friends at this very difficult time. "It is vital that we get answers for them and we are fully committed to this. "An extensive investigation is ongoing and officers are following a number of lines of enquiry. 'Additional officers remain in the area, and I would encourage anyone who has concerns, or any information, to approach them. 'I continue to appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything that could assist with our investigation to get in touch by contacting Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident number 3237 of 5 July, 2025.' A dedicated Major Incident Public Portal has been set up and information can be passed anonymously on the following link:
Daily Mail
24-06-2025
- Daily Mail
'Show-off' driver who revved engine before flipping his car and killing grandfather who was walking his dogs is jailed
A 'show off' driver revved the engine of his powerful car before killing an innocent grandfather walking his dog has been jailed. Daniel Boucher, 28, bragged about the horsepower of his Peugeot 207 moments before a deadly crash. He lost control of the car after taking a bend too fast, flipping the vehicle and ploughing into 66-year-old David Paul Chaplin. Mr Chaplin, who had been walking two dogs in Nelson, near Caerphilly, South Wales, was struck with devastating force. Emergency crews raced to the scene, including officers, paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service, the Welsh Air Ambulance, and South Wales Fire and Rescue. But despite their efforts, the grandfather died at the scene. Prosecutor Owen Williams said Boucher had finished work when he bragged to colleague Scott Williams about the 165 and 170 horsepower of his 'turbocharged' car. He said Boucher had been driving 'way too fast' after leaving work and crashed a short way into his journey. Boucher was convicted of causing death by dangerous driving having admitted a lesser charge of causing death by careless driving. Hashim Salmman, defending, said Boucher was genuinely remorseful. Judge Vanessa Francis told him: 'This was a tragic miscalculation of what speed was safe to negotiate that bend and your ability to control the car and keep other road users safe as is your responsibility.' Boucher, of Argoed, Blackwood, was jailed for four years and banned from driving for five years. Speaking after the sentence Mr Chaplin's daughter Abby Hillberg, said her father was 'more than just a victim of a tragic and heartbreaking event, he was an amazing dad, and outstanding grandfather, a partner and a friend to many.' She said: 'Today we remember and honour the life of the amazing and wonderful Paul Chaplin, whose life was tragically cut short on 18 April 2023 due a road traffic collision. 'His life was cruelly taken from him far too soon, and the shock and impact of this loss has affected everyone who loved and knew him. 'He was the main function of our family, our whole world and more. 'He was more than just a victim of a tragic and heartbreaking event, he was an amazing dad, and outstanding grandfather, a partner and a friend to many. 'He brightened every room he walked in, made a positive impact on everyone who met him and, most of all, brought happiness to those around him. 'No words will ever explain the heartache and sorrow that we felt and still feel to this day, but in remembering our Dad and Bampi we hold onto the joy and love he brought into our lives and remember all the memories we share and that remain in our hearts forever. 'There is not a day that goes by where we don't think of him, tell him we love him or reminisce on our happy memories. He really was one of a kind, a true gentleman and an honourable man. 'We hope for this tribute to serve as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of road safety and acknowledgement of pedestrians. 'Every life lost is a family shattered and a future rewritten. Rest in peace and keep showing us daily that you are with us. You will never be forgotten, we love you always.' Sergeant Shane Draper, the senior investigating officer from the serious collision investigation unit, said: 'This is a tragic case that has resulted in the needless loss of a life. 'The facts of the case are that, after leaving work, Boucher drove dangerously, far too quickly for the road and lost control of his vehicle. 'Boucher was showing off and his failure to drive to the required competent and careful driving standard has caused devastating consequences - the death of Mr Chaplin, who was simply walking his dog on the pavement. 'The importance of driving carefully and to your ability at all times is never more poignant than in this case; the collision was so unnecessary. Dangerous driving ruins lives. 'This is a reminder to everyone who gets behind the wheel - your responsibility isn't just to ensure your own safety, but the safety of everyone around you. 'Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Mr Chaplin.'
