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Western Telegraph
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Pembrokeshire County Show returns with two days of fun
Pembrokeshire County Show, taking place on Wednesday, August 20 and Thursday, August 21, is set to be a highlight of the summer, celebrating rural life with a blend of tradition and new attractions. Held at the Pembrokeshire County Showground in Withybush, Haverfordwest, the event is expected to draw large crowds from across Wales and beyond. Tim and Margaret Johns, presidents of the Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society, said: "We're thrilled to welcome our members, competitors, trade stands, sponsors and the wider community back to the county show. "Whether you're from Pembrokeshire or visiting, we're confident you'll have a fantastic day out. "This year's show is packed with attractions and activities for all ages. "From top-quality livestock and delicious local food to countryside experiences and live entertainment – there really is something for everyone." This year's show features an expanded layout, more trade stands, and a newly resurfaced area to improve the visitor and trader experience. The Food Hall, now in a new location, will showcase a selection of Welsh produce, with live cookery demonstrations and tastings. A new "Taste of Wellbeing" area will offer visitors the chance to explore health, nutrition, therapies, and self-care, including reflexology, nutritional advice, and mental health support. Families can enjoy the Rentadinosaur attraction, which brings dinosaurs to life through live shows, meet-and-greets, and themed adventures. Children will also enjoy the interactive Food Story area, where they can learn about where their food comes from in a hands-on, engaging way. The Andrew Holmes Funfair returns once again, promising rides and activities for all ages. The popular Country Market returns with more than 60 stalls featuring artisan crafts and local products. The Gentle Giant Black Shire Horses from Moylegrove will make an appearance, including a special visit to Haverfordwest town centre on Tuesday, August 19. The Craft and Horticulture section will offer creative displays, while the Countryside Park will include demonstrations of ferret handling, gundogs, beekeeping, wool spinning, willow weaving, and wood turning. Live entertainment will take place on the Pure West Radio stage, including music, dance, guest appearances, competitions, and broadcasts. With the second day of the show coinciding with GCSE results day, there will be career advice and information available from organisations such as Pembrokeshire College, Hywel Dda University Health Board, and the Welsh Ambulance Trust. Visitors can get around the site easily using the land train, and there will be Blue Badge parking, a Mobiloo service, and mobility scooter and wheelchair hire.
Hamilton Spectator
24-07-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
Visiting the Ottawa Valley? Here are 5 activities for the whole family to enjoy
Looking for ways to keep the whole family entertained? While travelling in the Ottawa Valley, you can enjoy a wide array of family-friendly activities. Here are five fun activities the whole family can enjoy in the Ottawa Valley. This outdoor mini putt course offers 18 holes overlooking the Rosetta Hills farm and the animals. Admission to the mini putt course gives you access to the trails on the property, and admission for farm visits can be purchased to see the alpacas. Refreshments and snacks can be purchased at the clubhouse. Website: Address: 647 Rosetta Rd., Lanark . Embrace the history, architecture and culture of Carleton Place on this self-guided walking tour. From enjoying the Mississippi River to seeing one of the oldest log homes in town to the largest grouping of Hackberry trees in Eastern Ontario and more, you can learn about this charming community while taking in its beautiful architecture. Website: Address: Various locations in Carleton Place. Whether it's along the Ottawa River, Madawaska River or Petawawa River, Renfrew County is a popular spot for whitewater rafting. The various locations offer different levels of experience for paddlers, including guided tours. These routes also offer beautiful scenery to take in as you paddle. Website: Address: Various locations in Renfrew County. This outdoor play area on a 100-acre farm offers mazes to explore, an animal family to visit, a pedal cart track, tire swings, walking trails and giant sand box among other activities. Visitors can also pick blueberries at the farm and enjoy refreshments, including a variety of blueberry products, at the Country Market. Website: Address: 2139 Greenwood Rd., Pembroke . The Ottawa Valley is home to several provincial parks, including Rideau River , Silver Lake , Murphy's Point and Lower Madawaska River provincial parks. These parks offer a variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, boating, paddling, camping and events through the Discovery Program. Visit the park's website to learn more about the allowed activities and available camping dates. Website: Address: Various locations in the Ottawa Valley. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
CBS News
15-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Popular Colorado tourist destination shows support for local Safeway workers on strike
On Father's Day, downtown Estes Park, a popular Colorado tourist destination, was packed. But the town's only supermarket, a Safeway, was not because workers are striking. "Yeah. I would guess that the cars that we're seeing in here today are tourists. The locals are staying away," said Estes Park Mayor Gary Hall. CBS Picketers outside the store are asking people not to patronize the business, which could make getting food difficult for some, but Hall says for most people, it's not a problem. "All of the people who work at the Estes Park Safeway are friends and neighbors of ours. So, there's very high support in town, for me included, because I know all these people on a first name basis. I want them to receive reasonable pay, good benefits, good working conditions," said Hall. That means to get groceries, residents and tourists need to drive out of town or shop at the other smaller markets in town. One, the Country Market of Estes Park, seemed to be picking up the slack so far, but it isn't as big as the Safeway. CBS "That is a great, friendly place, but [it] doesn't have the volume that this Safeway does. And with all the tourists in town, the goods disappear very quickly," said Hall. With the large number of tourists and how much the town relies on tourism dollars, you might think the mayor might be worried that this strike could drive people away. But he's sure that there are plenty of other options for people in Estes Park. "There's a lot of stores that have shelves of food, a lot of it's snack-type stuff," said Hall. "We have a lot of restaurants, and so there's plenty of food in town."
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Wienermobile makes multiple stops in Northern Illinois. Where will it stop next?
Ill. (WTVO) — The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile has been making stops all around Northern Illinois this week. The Wienermobile stopped at a Country Market in Byron on Wednesday, along with stops earlier this week in Dixon and Pecatonica's Memorial Day Parade. A crowd of people was waiting in Byron just to get the chance to see the attraction in person. This is Wienermobile driver Sarah Oney's last tour. She called the job an adventure of a lifetime. 'This was my dream job, I was like, what the coolest thing I could do, and also what is something that I would wake up every day and know that what I'm doing was impacting and changing the world in some way,' said Oney. 'Silly as it sounds, a stupid hot dog on wheels has been the most powerful vessel of joy.' The Wienermobile last made an appearance in the stateline in September 2024. The vehicle made stops at in Freeport and Winnebago. The Wienermobile is one of a fleet of vehicles operated by Oscar Mayer and is shaped like a hot dog on a bun. The original vehicle debuted in 1936 and briefly changed its name to the Frankmobile in May 2023. It then changed back in September 2023. To keep track of where the Weinermobile will be making its next stop, click . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
