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Daily Record
27-05-2025
- Daily Record
East Kilbride man had over 800 child sex abuse photos and videos found on his laptop
Hamilton Sheriff Court heard that Andrew Dobbin, 25, was on a camping trip when police officers turned up to search his home. An East Kilbride man has been put on the sex offenders' register after more than 800 child sex abuse photos and videos were found on his laptop. Hamilton Sheriff Court heard that Andrew Dobbin, 25, was on a camping trip when police officers turned up to search his home. They told his shocked mother they had information that indecent images of children had been accessed from the address. The officers seized a laptop from a rucksack under Dobbin's bed. This was sent for expert analysis and explicit images featuring children thought to be aged between six years and 14 were discovered. Dobbin admitted possessing child abuse material at his home in Salisbury, East Kilbride, between October 2023 and June last year. He appeared in court as a first offender. His lawyer produced character references and said he had engaged voluntarily in the 'Stop It Now' programme for sex offenders. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
Toronto Sun
21-05-2025
- Business
- Toronto Sun
Vintners, brewers 'thrilled' with additional supports in Ontario budget
Published May 20, 2025 • 3 minute read A customer selects a wine at Henry of Pelham Winery in St. Catharines, Ont. Photo by Postmedia Network files Ontario's vintners and brewers are thrilled with the support provided by the province in its latest budget, saying it helps stabilize the industry in uncertain times. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The province is set to launch the Ontario Grape Support program that will double the percentage of Ontario grapes in blended wine. The $175-million program, to be doled out over five years, is expected to lead to thousands of tonnes of Ontario grapes making their way into the international-domestic blends and provide a safety net for wineries and farmers, said Aaron Dobbin, the president of Wine Growers Ontario. 'This is a huge day for us,' Dobbin said. Currently, blended wines must contain at least 25% Ontario grapes, which are then blended with wine from other countries such as Italy, France and the United States. Blended wines are cheaper compared to traditional wines and offer Ontario vintners and grape growers the ability to compete with international wines that go for $10 a bottle. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'It will significantly increase demand for Ontario grapes, which will help farmers,' Dobbin said. RECOMMENDED VIDEO Those wines are made with hardier Ontario grapes, which can help when catastrophe strikes. 'You can grow them in higher volumes and they're not as susceptible to Mother Nature,' he said. Details of the program are still being ironed out, Dobbin said. The province is also expanding the Vintners Quality Alliance wine support program, an $84-million annual fund that helps wineries grow their business. The program provides rebates to wineries when their products are bought at LCBO stores. Now the rebate will be expanded to sales at wineries. 'Particularly those smaller wineries that rely heavily on gate sales, it's a big, big deal for them,' Dobbin said. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Craft brewers are also applauding the province's moves to help their sector. The province is providing relief to microbreweries by cutting the microbrew tax rate and the LCBO mark-up rate by 50% each. The province is providing relief to microbreweries like Cowbell Brewing in Blyth, Ont., by cutting the microbrew tax rate and the LCBO mark-up rate by 50% each. Photo by COWBELL BREWING The moves have created stability in the industry, said Natasha Fritzley, president of Cowbell Brewing in Blyth, Ont., and a board member of Ontario Craft Brewers, a trade association that represents more than 100 small, independent brewers. 'Was I happy and thrilled with what the government delivered on for us? We really all truly were, it's very meaningful,' Fritzley said. 'This will drive tourism, this will grow jobs here in Ontario.' Fritzley said the tax changes are so important because it sent a signal from the province that Ontario is a place where a business can grow. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'We're investing immediately in a 10,000-square-foot warehouse in Blyth and in a pasteurizer for our products with this news,' she said. 'What it does is it gives us that breathing room and confidence to say, 'Hey, this is an environment that we're willing to invest in despite the unknown,'' Fritzley said. 'And there are a lot of unknowns right now.' U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and his ongoing trade war with much of the world has affected Canada's booze industry, largely through the tariff on Canadian aluminum. Read More While the metal is made in Canada, it is then shipped to the U.S. to be turned into beer cans or lids before being shipped back. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. But that has led to wildly different prices as suppliers and brokers try to figure out how to implement the tariffs, Fritzley said. The tariffs have also caused instability, she said. But Trump's moves are also spurring more Ontarians to buy from Ontario businesses, she said, though her shop hasn't seen an increase in sales yet. But there could be more business coming. In response to Trump, Ontario Premier Doug Ford has tabled legislation that, when passed, will open free trade with other provinces. Alcohol has long been a sticking point between provinces, but Ontario's new rules will allow direct-to-consumer sales with other provinces that have reciprocating laws. Ford has signed free-trade memorandums of understanding with Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Manitoba to allow for direct-to-consumer alcohol sales. He hopes to sign bilateral deals with each remaining province and territory within the coming months. That should open new sales channels for wine- and beer-makers. 'For those smaller wineries who are focused on higher-priced wines, it'll be particularly helpful for them in creating a channel that they can take advantage of,' Dobbin said. Toronto Maple Leafs Columnists Basketball Columnists Editorial Cartoons
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vintners and brewers thrilled with supports in Ontario budget
TORONTO — Ontario's vintners and brewers are thrilled with the support provided by the province in its latest budget, saying it helps stabilize the industry in uncertain times. The province is set to launch the Ontario Grape Support program that will double the percentage of Ontario grapes in blended wine. The $175-million program, to be doled out over five years, is expected to lead to thousands of tonnes of Ontario grapes making their way into the international-domestic blends and provide a safety net for wineries and farmers, said Aaron Dobbin, the president of Wine Growers Ontario. "This is a huge day for us," Dobbin said. Currently, blended wines must contain at least 25 per cent Ontario grapes, which are then blended with wine from other countries such as Italy, France and the United States. Blended wines are cheaper compared to traditional wines and offer Ontario vintners and grape growers the ability to compete with international wines that go for $10 a bottle. "It will significantly increase demand for Ontario grapes, which will help farmers," Dobbin said. Those wines are made with hardier Ontario grapes, which can help when catastrophe strikes. "You can grow them in higher volumes and they're not as susceptible to Mother Nature," he said. Details of the program are still being ironed out, Dobbin said. The province is also expanding the Vintners Quality Alliance wine support program, an $84-million annual fund that helps wineries grow their business. The program provides rebates back to wineries when their products are bought at Liquor Control Board of Ontario stores. Now the rebate will be expanded to sales at wineries. "Particularly those smaller wineries that rely heavily on gate sales, it's a big, big deal for them," Dobbin said. Craft brewers are also applauding the province's moves to help their sector. The province is providing relief to microbreweries by cutting the microbrew tax rate and the Liquor Control Board of Ontario mark-up rate by 50 per cent each. The moves have created stability in the industry, said Natasha Fritzley, president of Cowbell Brewing in Blyth, Ont., and a board member of Ontario Craft Brewers, a trade association that represents more than 100 small, independent brewers. "Was I happy and thrilled with what the government delivered on for us? We really all truly were, it's very meaningful," Fritzley said. "This will drive tourism, this will grow jobs here in Ontario." Fritzley said the tax changes are so important because it sent a signal from the province that Ontario is a place a business can grow. "We're investing immediately in a 10,000-square-foot warehouse in Blyth and in a pasteurizer for our products with this news," she said. "What it does is it gives us that breathing room and confidence to say, 'Hey, this is an environment that we're willing to invest in despite the unknown,'" Fritzley said. "And there are a lot of unknowns right now." U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and his ongoing trade war with much of the world has affected Canada's booze industry, largely through the tariff on Canadian aluminum. While the metal is made in Canada, it is then shipped to the U.S. to be turned into beer cans or lids before being shipped back. But that has led to wildly different prices as suppliers and brokers try to figure out how to implement the tariffs, Fritzley said. The tariffs have also caused instability, she said. But Trump's moves are also spurring more Ontarians to buy from Ontario businesses, she said, though her shop hasn't seen an increase in sales yet. But there could be more business coming. In response to Trump, Ontario Premier Doug Ford has tabled legislation that, when passed, will open up free trade with other provinces. Alcohol has long been a sticking point between provinces, but Ontario's new rules will allow direct-to-consumer sales with other provinces that have reciprocating laws. Ford has signed free trade memorandums of understanding with Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Manitoba to allow for direct-to-consumer alcohol sales. He hopes to sign bilateral deals with each remaining province and territory within the coming months. That should open up new sales channels for wine and beer makers. "For those smaller wineries who are focused on higher priced wines, it'll be particularly helpful for them in creating a channel that they can take advantage of," Dobbin said. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 20, 2025. Liam Casey, The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Korea Herald
08-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
THE DALMORE UNVEILS COLLABORATION WITH FOSTER + PARTNERS' BEN DOBBIN ON THE PRESTIGIOUS LUMINARY SERIES AS 2025 EDITION LAUNCHES IN VENICE
GLASGOW, Scotland, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dalmore Single Malt Whisky announce their collaboration with architect Ben Dobbin of renowned practice Foster + Partners for the third chapter of The Dalmore Luminary Series, which shines a light on the worlds of whisky making artistry and architectural design. Curated in partnership with V&A Dundee, Scotland's Design Museum, this Edition is a co-creation between Ben Dobbin, whose projects include Apple Park and the revitalisation of the Transamerica Pyramid, and The Dalmore's renowned Whisky Makers, Gregg Glass and Richard Paterson OBE. The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition - The Rare - is an extremely rare Single Malt Whisky Aged 52 Years, held in a specially designed decanter, housed within a bespoke sculpture, designed by Dobbin. This Edition is rooted in creative flow and precision, qualities shared by Dobbin and The Dalmore's makers. Dobbin's extraordinary sculpture sees the whisky appear almost suspended in time, a fine example of tensegrity. Using this approach, Dobbin designed a dynamic, bold and perfectly balanced asymmetric sculpture, made of bronze, featuring dramatic waves and rods. The Dalmore were equally exacting when creating the exceptionally rare whisky, taking inspiration from Dobbin's personal tastes, whilst demonstrating their artistry. The Dalmore Luminary Series No. 3 follows acclaimed collaborations with Kengo Kuma and Maurizio Mucciola, and last year with Melodie Leung of Zaha Hadid Associates. Ben Dobbin, Luminary No.3 and Senior Partner at Foster + Partners said:"Collaborating with The Dalmore has been absolutely fascinating. Technically, it has been a much more precise - yet creative process than I imagined. Spending time at their distillery really shaped my design process and I wanted to bring to life our shared sense of place, materiality, and how our worlds bridge. This has been an authentic, true partnership, which I am immensely proud of." Richard Paterson OBE of The Dalmore adds: "This collaboration perfectly adds to The Luminary Series, demonstrating a totally different dimension of what can be achieved when creative talents from different, yet complementary fields, unite." Gregg Glass of The Dalmore adds:"Meeting Ben was a true meeting of minds. There are actually many similarities between whisky making and architecture, both being a very iterative process, but striving to create something that stands the test of time." The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition – The Rare will be offered at auction via Sotheby's Hong Kong, closing 16 th May, with 100% of proceeds donated to V&A Dundee.
Cision Canada
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
THE DALMORE UNVEILS COLLABORATION WITH FOSTER + PARTNERS' BEN DOBBIN ON THE PRESTIGIOUS LUMINARY SERIES AS 2025 EDITION LAUNCHES IN VENICE
GLASGOW, Scotland, May 8, 2025 /CNW/ -- The Dalmore Single Malt Whisky announce their collaboration with architect Ben Dobbin of renowned practice Foster + Partners for the third chapter of The Dalmore Luminary Series, which shines a light on the worlds of whisky making artistry and architectural design. Curated in partnership with V&A Dundee, Scotland's Design Museum, this Edition is a co-creation between Ben Dobbin, whose projects include Apple Park and the revitalisation of the Transamerica Pyramid, and The Dalmore's renowned Whisky Makers, Gregg Glass and Richard Paterson OBE. The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition - The Rare - is an extremely rare Single Malt Whisky Aged 52 Years, held in a specially designed decanter, housed within a bespoke sculpture, designed by Dobbin. This Edition is rooted in creative flow and precision, qualities shared by Dobbin and The Dalmore's makers. Dobbin's extraordinary sculpture sees the whisky appear almost suspended in time, a fine example of tensegrity. Using this approach, Dobbin designed a dynamic, bold and perfectly balanced asymmetric sculpture, made of bronze, featuring dramatic waves and rods. The Dalmore were equally exacting when creating the exceptionally rare whisky, taking inspiration from Dobbin's personal tastes, whilst demonstrating their artistry. The Dalmore Luminary Series No. 3 follows acclaimed collaborations with Kengo Kuma and Maurizio Mucciola, and last year with Melodie Leung of Zaha Hadid Associates. Ben Dobbin, Luminary No.3 and Senior Partner at Foster + Partners said:"Collaborating with The Dalmore has been absolutely fascinating. Technically, it has been a much more precise - yet creative process than I imagined. Spending time at their distillery really shaped my design process and I wanted to bring to life our shared sense of place, materiality, and how our worlds bridge. This has been an authentic, true partnership, which I am immensely proud of." Richard Paterson OBE of The Dalmore adds: "This collaboration perfectly adds to The Luminary Series, demonstrating a totally different dimension of what can be achieved when creative talents from different, yet complementary fields, unite." Gregg Glass of The Dalmore adds:"Meeting Ben was a true meeting of minds. There are actually many similarities between whisky making and architecture, both being a very iterative process, but striving to create something that stands the test of time." The Dalmore Luminary 2025 Edition – The Rare will be offered at auction via Sotheby's Hong Kong, closing 16 th May, with 100% of proceeds donated to V&A Dundee.
