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Hamilton Spectator
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Krispy Kreme is opening in Hamilton: Here are 5 more hot spots for doughnuts
Hamiltonians love their doughnuts. We have some of the best bakers around. With news that Krispy Kreme Canada is set to open its Rymal Road East location on May 13, here's a countdown of five great places to get a glazed doughnut around town. 5. Donut Monster, 246 Locke St. S. After almost closing this spring , this innovative shop has a flare you can't get anywhere else. Vegan options available at this bright spot on Locke Street, and you've got yourself a great start to the day. 4. Cafe Baffico, 1375 King St. E. If you are active anywhere on social media, you have likely seen mention of Cafe Baffico. They have gone viral in recent months not only for their delicious sourdough pizza pies and slices, but also for their unique sourdough doughnuts. 3. The Donut Stop, 617 Parkdale Ave. N. A hidden gem, located the city's industrial east end. Look for this very cool retro-style restaurant with a homey feel. For doughnuts, try flavours like their Death by Chocolate or coconut cream. 2. Weils, 981 King St. W. In Westdale beside the library is a bakery with a wooden screen door. Doughnuts are only available on Saturdays but if you go during the week, anyone will tell you to try their chocolate chip bun. You won't soon forget it. 1. Has to be Grandads , 574 James St. N. They've been around for about 20 years and recently underwent an expansion renovation. Classic doughnuts baked the way you like them. Give us an orange twist! Did we miss a place? Contact jmoore@ .
Boston Globe
01-05-2025
- Business
- Boston Globe
What can campaign fundraising reveal about next year's race for governor in R.I.?
Get Rhode Map A weekday briefing from veteran Rhode Island reporters, focused on the things that matter most in the Ocean State. Enter Email Sign Up Cake finisher Nicole Morales places a frosted 6-layer 'Death by Chocolate' cake into a large bowl to be coated with chocolate chips at at Gregg's Restaurant & Pub, in East Providence. Pat Greenhouse/Globe Staff Advertisement Governor Dan McKee (D) Cash on hand: $748,565 Slices of cake that buys: 67,866 For some reason, McKee's campaign website still lists $1,000 as the top donation when the maximum annual donation has increased to $2,000. Still, he raised $257,000 in the first quarter. Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos (D) Cash on hand: $24,718 Slices of cake that buys: 2,241 Matos maintains that she is running for reelection, but she raised just $13,000 in the first quarter. Secretary of State Gregg Amore (D) Cash on hand: $109,839 Slices of cake that buys: 9,958 The secretary of state brought in $2,800 during the first three months of the year, but he is unlikely to face a serious challenge when he runs for reelection next year. Advertisement Attorney General Peter Neronha (D) Cash on hand: $122,668 Slices of cake that buys: 11,121 Neronha is term-limited, but he continues to maintain a high profile as he leads the state in multiple lawsuits against the Trump administration and could still run for a different office next year. He raised just $9,600 in the first quarter. Treasurer James Diossa (D) Cash on hand: $177,744 Slices of cake that buys: 16,114 Diossa raised nearly $72,000 in the first quarter. House Speaker Joe Shekarchi (D) Cash on hand: $3,434,108 Slices of cake that buys: 311,342 The speaker's campaign fund generated more in bank interest than Matos, Amore, and Neronha raised during the first three months of the year. Keep in mind that he also has $428,000 in his Rhode Island Good Government PAC. Senate President Val Lawson (D) Cash on hand: $96,372 Slices of cake that buys: 8,737 The newly elected Senate president is going to see a flood of new donations over the next few months. House Majority Leader Chris Blazejewski (D) Cash on hand: $357,773 Slices of cake that buys: 32,436 The favorite to be speaker if Shekarchi runs for governor, Blazejewski brought in $83,000 in the first quarter. Senate Majority Leader Frank Ciccone (D) Cash on hand: $76,762 Slices of cake that buys: 6,959 The new majority leader reports that he raised more than $20,000 in the first quarter in aggregate donations, which means each donation is less than $200. For donations under $200, he isn't required to disclose the names of contributors. Providence Mayor Brett Smiley (D) Cash on hand: $850,290 Advertisement Slices of cake that buys:77,088 Mayor Smiley raised more than $173,000 in the first quarter of the year. Helena Foulkes (D) Cash on hand: $1,567,451 Slices of cake that buys: 142,108 Foulkes raised twice as much as Governor McKee in the first three months of the year. This story first appeared in Rhode Map, our free newsletter about Rhode Island that also contains information about local events, links to interesting stories, and more. If you'd like to receive it via email Monday through Friday, . Dan McGowan can be reached at
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Chocolate Mousse Cups' takes Best of Show at Death by Chocolate event
MEYERSDALE ― There was plenty of chocolate and fierce competition Friday evening in the annual Death by Chocolate judging and auction at Amity United Church of Christ. The fundraising event, sponsored by the Friends of the Meyersdale Public Library, raised $2,745 for the library and its programs. "We had a lovely event with a great turnout from the community. Ernie Holsopple did an excellent job as Jesse Maust's last-minute replacement. We greatly appreciate his donation of time and skills," said Pam Walukas, chairwoman. "As always, we thank the entire community – bakers, buyers, and volunteers – for their extraordinary support of this endeavor." More: Death by Chocolate fun way to raise money for Meyersdale library Melanie Reckner's "Chocolate Mousse Cups" took the top prize, the Best of Show. They also took first place in the candy category. "I just want to say thank you to the judges," she said. "I'm happy to do whatever I can for the library." Second place was a tie between Ken Warnick's "Mom's Chocolate Walnut Fudge" and Grace Oakes' Chocolate Truffles. Tarrah Cox took third place with her Strawberry Cheesecake Delight. Linda Ringler's "Triple Chocolate Cheesecake" took first place in the cakes and pies judging. Tarrah Cox, with her "Chocolate Strawberry Delight," and Grace Oakes' "Guinness Chocolate Cake" tied for second. Betty Christy won third place with her "A Note to Lost Love" entry. In the cookies and bars judging, first place went to Fay Hajel with her "Mississippi Mud Bars." Second place went to Grace Oakes with her "Chocolate Cheesecake Bars," and third-place winner Elizabeth Vogel had "Chocolate Ganache Brownies." More: Maple producers looking ahead to spring with annual tree-tapping ceremony The judges for the event were Wendy Kelly, Jackson Kelly, Leanne Renzi, Lydia Renzi, Janet Younkin, Stuart Younkin, Deb Yutzey, Fred Yutzey and Bonnie Knepper. Walukas said this is the first time that she can remember having the same person finish in the top three in all three categories – Grace Oakes. Walukas said anyone looking to get their cake keeper back should be able to pick it up at the library soon. All reusable items were to be returned there. This article originally appeared on The Daily American: Chocolate galore at annual Death by Chocolate fundraiser
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Somerset County hires new lobbyist firm to work on acquiring funding for roadway projects
Somerset County will have a new force in Washington, D.C., to fight for funding for road improvement projects in the county. And that new force has a familiar name to the people of Somerset County. On Tuesday, Somerset County Commissioners approved an engagement agreement between the county and Squire Patton Boggs LLP of Washington, D.C. The lobbyists will advise and assist Somerset County regarding strategy, planning and advocacy for searching out ways in the 119th Congress to receive federal funding for major infrastructure projects – primarily roadways. A senior policy advisor for Squire Patton Boggs LLP is Bill Shuster. Shuster served in the U.S. House of Representatives, representing the 9th Congressional District, for more than 17 years. He was first elected in 2001. He was a former chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. More: Maple producers looking ahead to spring with annual tree-tapping ceremony During his time in Congress, he promoted economic opportunities across the country. At Squire Patton Boggs LLP, Shuster provides strategic advice and consulting to clients on a wide range of public policy matters, including transportation, infrastructure and local governments. "Bill Shuster is part of this group. We thought it was the better way to go," Chairman Brian Fochtman said after the meeting. "They will be our voice down there (in Washington, D.C.)." According to the Squire Patton Boggs LLP's website, the company provides clients with insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving them a voice, supporting their ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. The group will be able to provide information on funding streams, when applications have to be filed and what legislation is forthcoming, the commissioners said. And they said Bill Shuster understands the process. More: Bring your love of chocolate for Meyersdale's Death by Chocolate fundraiser "We spoke with Bill Shuster before the end of the year. He's very excited to be working on the project again," said Commissioner Pamela Tokar-Ickes after the meeting. "We feel pretty good about the team, so let's get this job done." She said she doesn't think anyone can be credited with efforts made for the area as much as Bill Shuster. Squire Patton Boggs will begin March 1, for a period of 10 months ending Dec. 31, at a fee of $12,500 per month plus expenses. Tokar-Ickes said that's about the same as what the county was paying Pendulum Strategies LLC and Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, the previous lobbyists. That contract expired in 2023. Commissioner Irv Kimmel said Shuster's family has been in the transportation section of the federal government for a long time. "It gives us a direct connection with the Department of Transportation," Kimmel said. "We're hoping that will have a positive effect on getting 219 done, and other roads, too. We are still fighting for funds allocated to the Appalachian Region Highway." Tokar-Ickes said with the period of transition between the former Democrat-led to now Republican-led government administration, "we have more questions than answers about what federal funds will be continued." She said also because of the transition from U.S. Sen. Bob Casey to Sen. Dave McCormick, the county needs to rebuild a team for Route 219 to get it finished. Commissioners said they haven't received any contact from McCormick yet. "It has become about building relationships. Success is based on relationships, not just with elected officials but with all those who work in federal agencies. We need to get the best team together," Tokar-Ickes said. "This is our last best chance of getting the last six miles connected." More: Route 219, ATV Trail, county airport all on commissioners' to do list for 2025 The commissioners also approved a contract with ATCS, PLC, headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, a private engineering consulting firm that provides services in transportation, construction and the environment, for the annual bridge inspections on the Great Allegheny Passage. The inspections will assist the county in making sure all structures are in safe condition for their intended use. Bridge inspection fees for 2025 will be $55,727. This will also include consultation on the Rockwood Trailhead project, which will be billed at the hourly rate of $110 to $175 per hour for engineering consultation on an as-needed basis. The trailhead project involves a right of way the trailhead will share with a new quarry business off Rockdale Road. Kimmel said the quarry business will probably be here long term, at least 30 years. Tokar-Ickes said engineers from the county, quarry, Rockwood borough and municipal authorities will address the safety and possible relocation of part of the trail, to make sure the county's interests are addressed. This article originally appeared on The Daily American: Lobbyists to help county look for funding for road projects
