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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
‘We will always live and serve in a way that is worthy of their sacrifice': Peace Officer Memorial Day in Bakersfield
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Order arms! The brave men and women in law enforcement gathered at different spots across Kern County for the annual Peace Officer Memorial on Thursday. Sergeant Eric Celedon with the Bakersfield Police Department said, 'Speaking as an officer who's been on a shift where we lost an officer, Officer Dave Nelson, and knowing other officers who lost their lives in the line of duty it really hits home, and we want the community to know that these are more than officers. They're our brothers, they're our friends…they're our families.' Bonnie Davis and her service dog, Jordy, stopped by the Kern County Sheriff's Office Headquarters to pay tribute. Davis said, 'There's nothing neater than a cop. Nothing.' Davis said she was a volunteer that gave more than 2,400 hours in service to help law enforcement. Now, she's here to honor the fallen. 'When something's happening at your house, the first thing you do is dial 9-1-1, and they show up, no matter what they show up,' said Davis. Sheriff Donny Youngblood took the podium to speak about the people who gave it all in service, and sacrifice to Kern. 'Not one of the people on this wall knew it was their day,' said Youngblood. 'They didn't get up in the morning knowing it was their day. That's the life that we live. That's the God that we serve who makes that determination not us. We don't go to work, and nor do they, in fear. They go as heroes.' Comedian Marlon Wayans set to perform at the Fox Friday Deputy Dustin Contreras said, 'It's not just you know, when you can die in the line of duty. It's the total impact of this job which takes a toll on everyone's family.' The memorial ends at the Kern Superior Court building honoring law enforcement county wide. Bakersfield Police Chief, Greg Terry, said, 'You being here is inspiring to us to keep going, and to carry on because we know that the loss you feel is so deep, and we pledge to you that we will never forget these names, and we pray we will always live and serve in a way that is worthy of their sacrifice.' Peace Officer Memorial week will be observed the week of May 11-17, 2025. During this period of observance, deputies will be wearing black mourning bands over their badges, and flags at the sheriff's office facilities will be flown at half-staff. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
‘Believe in accountability': Kern County lawmaker asks Newsom to deny parole to convicted killer
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A Kern County lawmaker is speaking out on the case of Amanda Zubia, the 17-year-old brutally murdered in 2004. 17 News has been in close contact with the Zubia family ever since. In a shocking twist for them, the only convicted killer who remains in custody has been granted parole, and local efforts to reverse that decision are ramping up. In any parole case, California Governor Gavin Newsom has the power to deny someone's release. We're awaiting his response in 47-year-old Maricruz Galaviz's case, and State Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-Sanger) is pushing the governor to reverse the granting of parole for Galaviz. In July 2004, Amanda Zubia was tortured for hours, suffocated to death, then buried inside a cement barrel in an east Bakersfield home by Maricruz Galaviz and four others. Galaviz was sentenced to 25 years to life for first-degree murder. Comedian Marlon Wayans set to perform at the Fox Friday But she was granted parole mid-April. Shortly after, state Sen. Hurtado wrote in a letter to Governor Newsom in part, 'In the Central Valley, we believe in second chances—but we also believe in accountability.' Hurtado emphasized, 'Releasing Amanda's killer would not reflect the values our communities live by. It would betray them.' In response, Newsom's team stated they would consider her remarks when making their decision on Galaviz's parole. We asked the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation what happens next. The department clarified that while Galaviz was eligible for a parole hearing — and was granted parole — she will have to wait until at least her minimum eligible parole date of July 2029 to actually be released. Simply put, that's due to ongoing state litigation on the topic of early parole for criminals. But again, this parole decision may not even matter, if Governor Newsom, reverses it. Only time will tell. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Sydney Morning Herald
22-04-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
Melbourne brewer, bar face uncertain future after collapse of wannabe hospo king
The Rogue Traders business, which owns more than $10 million in real estate, remains ongoing and has not been placed in administration. Pickett did not respond to calls, texts or emails on Tuesday. During 2020 and 2021, while most Melbourne restaurateurs faced uncertainty due to coronavirus restrictions, Pickett went on a buying spree. In mid-2020 he scooped up the shuttered Longrain and its upstairs bar Longsong, as well as the site off Little Collins Street that he opened later that year as Chancery Lane, a plush bistro fitted out with green marble, chandeliers and stone archways. In 2021, he opened several venues at The Continental Sorrento, including fine diner Audrey's, and in February 2022, unveiled Smith St Bistrot featuring red leather booths, marble-topped tables and a mezzanine reached via wrought-iron spiral stairs. Pickett has been trying to clear the $11 million Commonwealth Bank debt since late 2023 by selling a property – the $10 million Chancery Lane Bistro – with no luck so far. According to ASIC, the First Guardian loan was supposed to be paid in June 2023, but that repayment was waived to allow Pickett to restructure the business to repay Commonwealth Bank. There is no reference in ASIC's documents to plans to repay the loan from the First Guardian investors. It appears Pickett has structured his restaurant business – which includes Estelle in Northcote, Matilda 159 Domain in South Yarra and Pickett's Deli at Melbourne Airport – so that the vast majority are insulated from the investments made by Anderson's funds in Rogue Traders. Anderson was also involved in the expansion of fast-growing craft beer brewer and taproom operator Fox Friday. Fox Friday, which owns five venues, including Carwyn Cellars, voluntarily appointed administrators last week. 'Control of Fox Friday Group now rests with the administrators who intend to continue to trade on a business-as-usual basis whilst they pursue going-concern sale options or a recapitalisation through the voluntary administration process,' said administrators Keith Crawford and Robert Smith from McGrathNicol, who have already begun the process of advertising the business for sale. Carwyn's collapse has sent shockwaves through the craft brewing industry where Carwyn's founders, Ben and Sarah Carwyn, are well known. The pair sold their business, which they founded in 2007, to Fox Friday but the family remained involved in the business. In an Instagram post last week, Fox Friday co-owners Benn and Sarah Hooper said they intended for the businesses to continue running, albeit on reduced hours and staff. They also apologised to suppliers for the situation they said was out of their hands. 'Unfortunately, we've faced significant financial challenges that have brought us to this point. Our financial lender [the Anderson-overseen fund] could not meet their obligations for our capital projects,' the Hoopers said in the social media post. 'While funding was confirmed, we experienced continual delays extending to March 2025, and now they have been placed into liquidation.' The Hoopers added they had tried to find new lenders or equity partners. According to court documents filed by ASIC, Anderson's investment business had been seeking a new lender for Fox Friday and was to have the money repaid. Part of that process would include Fox Friday repaying between $8 million and $10 million of the $28 million loan and then finding a new lender.
The Age
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Age
Melbourne brewer, bar face uncertain future after collapse of wannabe hospo king
The Rogue Traders business, which owns more than $10 million in real estate, remains ongoing and has not been placed in administration. Pickett did not respond to calls, texts or emails on Tuesday. During 2020 and 2021, while most Melbourne restaurateurs faced uncertainty due to coronavirus restrictions, Pickett went on a buying spree. In mid-2020 he scooped up the shuttered Longrain and its upstairs bar Longsong, as well as the site off Little Collins Street that he opened later that year as Chancery Lane, a plush bistro fitted out with green marble, chandeliers and stone archways. In 2021, he opened several venues at The Continental Sorrento, including fine diner Audrey's, and in February 2022, unveiled Smith St Bistrot featuring red leather booths, marble-topped tables and a mezzanine reached via wrought-iron spiral stairs. Pickett has been trying to clear the $11 million Commonwealth Bank debt since late 2023 by selling a property – the $10 million Chancery Lane Bistro – with no luck so far. According to ASIC, the First Guardian loan was supposed to be paid in June 2023, but that repayment was waived to allow Pickett to restructure the business to repay Commonwealth Bank. There is no reference in ASIC's documents to plans to repay the loan from the First Guardian investors. It appears Pickett has structured his restaurant business – which includes Estelle in Northcote, Matilda 159 Domain in South Yarra and Pickett's Deli at Melbourne Airport – so that the vast majority are insulated from the investments made by Anderson's funds in Rogue Traders. Anderson was also involved in the expansion of fast-growing craft beer brewer and taproom operator Fox Friday. Fox Friday, which owns five venues, including Carwyn Cellars, voluntarily appointed administrators last week. 'Control of Fox Friday Group now rests with the administrators who intend to continue to trade on a business-as-usual basis whilst they pursue going-concern sale options or a recapitalisation through the voluntary administration process,' said administrators Keith Crawford and Robert Smith from McGrathNicol, who have already begun the process of advertising the business for sale. Carwyn's collapse has sent shockwaves through the craft brewing industry where Carwyn's founders, Ben and Sarah Carwyn, are well known. The pair sold their business, which they founded in 2007, to Fox Friday but the family remained involved in the business. In an Instagram post last week, Fox Friday co-owners Benn and Sarah Hooper said they intended for the businesses to continue running, albeit on reduced hours and staff. They also apologised to suppliers for the situation they said was out of their hands. 'Unfortunately, we've faced significant financial challenges that have brought us to this point. Our financial lender [the Anderson-overseen fund] could not meet their obligations for our capital projects,' the Hoopers said in the social media post. 'While funding was confirmed, we experienced continual delays extending to March 2025, and now they have been placed into liquidation.' The Hoopers added they had tried to find new lenders or equity partners. According to court documents filed by ASIC, Anderson's investment business had been seeking a new lender for Fox Friday and was to have the money repaid. Part of that process would include Fox Friday repaying between $8 million and $10 million of the $28 million loan and then finding a new lender.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Popular brewer collapses after funding blow
One of Australia's fastest-growing craft beer businesses has appointed administrators after its primary lender collapsed, placing pressure on operations across three states. Tasmania's Fox Friday Craft Brewery, which began as a humble nano-brewery in Hobart's northern suburb of Moonah, confirmed the move on Wednesday, described by founders Sarah and Benn Hooper as one made with 'heavy hearts.' 'Unfortunately, we've faced significant financial challenges that have brought us to this point,' they said in a statement. 'While we understand that there will be some uncertainty as a result of this decision, we very much intend to come through the other side of this and we hope that Fox Friday and its subsidiaries will continue to operate well into the future.' Its subsidiaries, including Moonah Hotel and Cellars and Carwyn Cellars, will also enter administration. McGrathNicol has been appointed to oversee the process. Fox Friday's troubles are tied to the collapse of Falcon Capital, which is now under investigation by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). According to The Australian, Falcon is alleged to have misused investor funds and continued to make risky, illiquid investments even after suspending operations of its First Guardian Master Fund, leaving some 6000 investors locked out of their money since May. Fox Friday was reportedly among several businesses Falcon supported with substantial funding. The Hoopers said delays in promised funding from Falcon forced them to dip into operational funds to cover major capital projects. They said they attempted to secure new lenders and equity partners, however, time and the complexity of the situation proved insurmountable. The administration affects not only Fox Friday's Hobart brewery and taproom but also its interstate operations, including a Melbourne brewpub, Perth venue, and associated businesses like Moonah Hotel & Cellars and the iconic Carwyn Cellars, which was acquired in 2023. Despite the turmoil, operations are expected to continue while a sale or recapitalisation plan is pursued, although some may operate under reduced hours. 'Our focus is on working with Fox Friday Group employees, customers and key suppliers to stabilise operations and maximise outcomes,' McGrathNicol said in a statement. Fox Friday has been a key player in the Australian craft beer scene since its rise in 2019. Known for its hazy beer styles and bold expansion plans, the brewery quickly transformed from its small Hobart operation into a nationally recognised brand with a cult following. In 2021, Fox Friday Craft Brewery announced plans for national expansion, aiming to build production breweries in Hobart and Melbourne with the backing of new investor David Anderson. Their growth continued in 2023 with the acquisition of the original Blasta Brewing site for a new Perth brewpub and the purchase of Melbourne's Carwyn Cellars. Nicole and Ben Carwyn, former operators of Carwyn Cellars, expressed their sadness over the situation on social media, reflecting on their time with the venue. 'My heart is breaking today. Ben Carwyn and I successfully ran Carwyn Cellars for 17 years,' Ms Carwyn wrote on Facebook. The brewery's involvement in upcoming beer festivals like Pint of Origin is expected to go ahead, with the Crafty Pint reporting that Carwyn Cellars remains committed to participating. 'To our incredible team, words can't express how sorry we are. You've poured your hearts into these businesses, and we're so grateful for your talent, passion, and dedication,' the Hoopers said. 'To our customers and community, thank you for believing in us, for sharing a beer with us, and for being part of this journey. Sign in to access your portfolio
