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South Wales Argus
2 days ago
- South Wales Argus
M4 speed cameras: Tredegar BMW driver caught in Newport
Tia Greet, 22, was recorded speeding at 57mph in a 50mph zone in a BMW 316d travelling eastbound between Junction 25 and Junction 24. Her offence was committed on November 10 last year, Cwmbran Magistrates' Court heard. The defendant, of Attlee Way, Tredegar pleaded guilty. Greet was disqualified from driving for seven days and must pay £146 after being ordered to pay a fine, costs and a surcharge.
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Jaws child star reveals staggering amount he earns 50 years after hit film
Believe it or not, it's been 50 years since the film we all blame for our fear of sharks was released—Jaws, of course. But still to this day, one of its child stars is making a pretty penny off his role, having been just 12 years old at the time of its cinematic release. Now aged 62, Jeffrey Voorhees played Alex Kintner in the 1975 Steven Spielberg-directed adventure thriller. Like many of the characters, though, poor Alex didn't have much screentime, as he was brutally attacked and killed by a shark while floating on his raft. Naturally, things got rather bloody. However, we're sure Jeffrey isn't too fussed about only playing a small part now, as he's forged a living off the film thanks to fan interest standing the test of time. These days, he travels far and wide to meet people. He also sells personalised memorabilia and even hosts guided tours on the island of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts, where the movie was shot. 'It pays to die,' the actor previously said. 'I was a 12-year-old kid who was in the movie for, like, a minute, but there are some real Jaws fanatics out there. 'One guy in England just bought 125 photos. I do signings. They fly me all over the world and pay me in cash at those things—around £10,000 a time. 'There are Jaws tours and people pay double if I'm on them, and next month I'm appearing at three Meet, Greet and Mingle Parties.' And that's not all, as Jeffrey is still paid each time Jaws airs on TV, anywhere in the world. 'My brother lives in Portugal, and I'll get texts from him going, 'Good news, you just died on TV over here. You'll get another cheque',' he joked. Furthermore, he's earned a killing with videos for fans on Cameo, with one family even paying for him to send a message after their loved one died while watching the film from his sofa. 'I said, 'Hey, your father and I had a little something in common. He died watching me die. This is the dead Alex Kintner, Jeff Voorhees, here on Martha's Vineyard—Amity Island. Just want to say—have a Jawesome funeral',' Jeffrey revealed. 'I thought they'd be annoyed, but they gave me a five-star review.' The former actor has learned not to be ashamed of his movie past, and, well, with the coin he's making off the back of it five decades later, we reckon that's wise. 'At first, I used to hide from the fact that I'd been in Jaws, and then finally I realised I could make some good money and make people happy.' Jaws has become one of cinema's most successful franchises, not only expanding into three sequels but also a theme park ride, video games, and various other crazy merchandise, all thanks to the 1974 novel of the same name. While characters come and go throughout the film series, the Brody family is featured in every one as the primary antithesis to the great white shark attacking people in the US and the Bahamas. The original Jaws movie was one of the first 'high-concept' films ever made, complete with that iconic, suspenseful theme tune, which, quite rightly, won an Oscar. In total, the four Jaws movies have grossed over $800million (£590m) worldwide, even if commercial reception did wane with every new addition. What's more, author Peter Benchley has publicly expressed regret over ever writing the original book, since it encouraged a widespread fear of sharks. His interest in the creatures began when he spent summers in Nantucket. 'What I now know, which wasn't known when I wrote Jaws, is that there is no such thing as a rogue shark which develops a taste for human flesh,' Benchley told the Animal Attack Files in 2000. 'No one appreciates how vulnerable they are to destruction.'' More Trending Consequently, he spent much of his life until he died in 2006 as an ocean activist and wrote books advocating shark conservation. Even filmmaker Spielberg himself has admitted that Jaws became 'a living nightmare' due to the 'worst' filming conditions imaginable at the time. He told Vanity Fair previously that while it's now a fun movie for audiences to watch, life on set was very different. 'It was made under the worst of conditions. People versus the eternal sea. The sea won the battle, but where we won was with audiences in every country.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Film hailed as 'greatest movie of all time' makes streaming comeback MORE: BBC iPlayer now streaming 'mind-blowing' Christopher Nolan film MORE: 'Lots of unexpected twists and turns': Your favourite British TV thrillers
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
These are the trucks headed to Canterbury Park's Father's Day Food Truck Festival
These are the trucks headed to Canterbury Park's Father's Day Food Truck Festival originally appeared on Bring Me The News. Canterbury Park is bolstering its June 15 races for Father's Day. The Shakopee race track will host the Father's Day Food Truck Festival, adding nine food trucks to the day's festivities. In addition to horse races, the activities include face painting, pony rides, and access to the new Rainbow Playground. It's part of a Pepsi Family Day at the track that concludes with kids getting the opportunity to run around the track. Among the activities and general Canterbury Park to-dos, attendees will find food trucks serving up eggrolls, shaved ice, meatballs, and Juicy Lucys from the new Matt's Bar food truck. These are the trucks scheduled to appear at the event: The American Dream Machine Big Al & ODB's Meat & Greet Delia's Mexican Street Food Eggroll Queen Kenny's Meatball Wagon Kosharina Egyptian Matt's Bar Minnesnowii Shaved Ice Unbakeable Cookie Dough The basic ticket for the day costs $8.71 for adults and $5.48 for kids 6–17. Kids 5 and under get free story was originally reported by Bring Me The News on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mail
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Huge UK theme park to open first-of-its-kind immersive experience
Ryder and his pups, Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rocky, Zuma, Everest and Tracker, have delighted children actross the globe - and now they're coming to a UK theme park. Chessington World of Adventures has announced it will be home to the first and only Paw Patrol-themed land. The new multi-million pound land will be Chessington's largest attraction for preschoolers. Set across 1.4 acres, it will feature four thrilling rides - including an entry-level 'My first rollercoaster' - as well as play areas, and interactive character 'meet and greet' events. Guests will also enjoy a dedicated food and beverage outlet and picnic space, plus a customised retail store. The Paw Patrol land will open in spring 2026, but kids don't need to wait until then to meet their favourite pups. Chase, Skye and Rubble will be at Chessington from this May, helping to oversee the construction of the new land. Starting on the 24th May, the little ones can interact with their favourite characters at the Paw Patrol Meet and Greet experience. And, in the summer, Chessington's Safari Hotel will open five Paw Patrol-themed rooms – the first and only PAW Patrol accommodation in the UK. In September, Marshall will join his pup pals to launch PAW Patrol Autumn Adventure - an action-packed day of fun including a park trail, the opportunity to meet the pups, and access to 20 magical preschool rides and attractions. Howard Ebison, Divisional Director of Chessington World of Adventures, said: 'Our purpose at Chessington is to be the UK's greatest place for young families to create lifelong memories. 'As one of the world's leading pre-school brands - delighting children across the globe with the stories of Adventure Bay - the power and appeal of PAW Patrol is unparalleled. 'It's a great privilege to join forces with Paramount to create this immersive land – the UK's first and only PAW Patrol themed land - to provide magic and excitement for our young guests. 'We can't wait to welcome the pups to Chessington World of Adventures. As the pups would say, Chessington is ready for action!'
