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Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Fundraiser started after 5-vehicle crash ‘totaled' family's only car
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — A San Angelo family has launched a GoFundMe online fundraiser after a crash involving five vehicles reportedly resulted in their only car being 'wrecked and left totaled.' The crash occurred on Wednesday, June 4, near the 600 block of West 29th Street. According to a San Angelo Police Department officer at the scene, the collision happened after a white Chevrolet Suburban traveling westbound on 29th Street crashed into a silver Nissan Sentra that was traveling eastbound on the same street. The Suburban then left the roadway, striking a blue Chevy Colorado before continuing into a parking lot just outside of a nearby Cato Fashions store located in a strip mall. The vehicle then struck a silver Dodge Challenger, which in turn was pushed into a dark gray Dodge Challenger. The SAPD told a Concho Valley Homepage reporter that the driver of the Suburban may have suffered a medical complication while driving, causing the crash. The motorist was transported to the hospital. RELATED: 5 vehicle crash sends 1 person to the hospital The fundraiser's webpage states that the family of four's sole car was 'wrecked and left totaled' due to the incident. Johnny Guinan, the fundraiser's organizer, said he now owes $15,000 despite the car's estimated value being 'only $5,000.' Worsening matters for the family is their financial situation before the five-vehicle crash. Guinan stated on the webpage that an injury caused by a crash that occurred approximately one year ago has 'drained' the family's savings and forced him to switch jobs. 'We are just asking for some help getting a new car or getting ours fixed; any little bit helps,' the GoFundMe reads. As of the time of publication, the fundraiser has garnered $25 for the family. To visit the GoFundMe webpage, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Irish Examiner
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Irish Examiner
Simon Harris says improving recruitment and retention in Defence Forces one of his 'most important priorities'
Simon Harris has said he is prepared to do whatever it takes to improve retention and recruitment in the country's military, but admitted achieving 'Level Of Ambition 3' for enhanced equipment like fighter jets would be 'a mammoth challenge". The Tánaiste and minister for defence told PDForra's annual conference that addressing recruitment and retention was one of his 'most important priorities'. He said he had met with his senior leadership team on Monday 'for a very detailed and frank discussion about how we can do more' to address these issues, as personnel are the Defence Forces' most vital asset. 'I want to ensure our existing recruitment and retention frameworks are fully optimised and effective. Rest assured, where changes are needed, they'll happen. And where new initiatives are required, they'll be introduced,' he said. The Government hopes to achieve Level Of Ambition 3 by 2040. This would provide the naval service with 12 ships, the air corps with fighter jets and the army with significant mechanised components. 'I want to be frank with you,' he told the conference. 'Achieving LOA3 is a mammoth challenge. It will require Government to step up and show we are serious in relation to increasing our defence spending. In my view as Tánaiste, displaying that level of seriousness should not be seen as an option — it's a necessity." The Defence Forces are moving towards LOA2, which Mr Harris described as 'a Scandinavian model". He said there was a record amount of money in this year's defence budget but acknowledged previous investment had been at 'a low base". He said he was planning to seek Cabinet approval to extend Irish peacekeeping operations in South Lebanon for another 12 months, and the Government would do everything it could to help ensure those behind the killing there of Private Seán Rooney were brought to justice. 'The delays in this case are not acceptable. The Rooney family deserve answers, they deserve accountability,' Mr Harris said. PDForra general secretary Gerard Guinan told Mr Harris while there had been strides in recent years to provide the country's military with better pay and conditions, still more needed to be done on those fronts. 'What is needed is a root-and-branch review of basic pay and duty money, which was a recommendation from the Commission on the Defence Forces and needs to be undertaken. Your own party, Tánaiste, after meeting with our president, the vice-president and I, included this aspect in the Fine Gael manifesto, which was welcome. However, we regrettably noticed this did not make it into the programme for government,' Mr Guinan said. He also reminded Mr Harris that when speaking to members of the Fine Gael party earlier this year 'they clearly understood the disparity of treatment of Defence Force members relative to other areas of the public and civil service who receive overtime payments.' Mr Guinan said under the current payments regime, soldiers, sailors and aircrew were being shortchanged by not having a premium attached to work outside normal duty hours. 'The basis for our contentions is well-founded in our complaint under Articles of the European Social Charter. Presently, PDForra is investigating the potential that significant sums may be payable to members for failure to provide a premium to personnel for public holidays,' Mr Guinan said. Read More Ireland to extend peacekeeping mission in Lebanon for 12 months — Tánaiste
Edinburgh Live
09-05-2025
- Business
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh caravan park named among the best hospitality businesses in the world
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A popular family-run holiday park in Edinburgh has received global recognition after it received consistent glowing reviews from their customers . Linwater Caravan Park in Newbridge was named a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award winner, placing the park among the top 10 per cent of hospitality businesses in the world, reports The Daily Record. This impressive award was given to the site after they achieved consistently high guest reviews received over the past 12 months. Established in 1998 by the Guinan family, the Edinburgh holiday park offers spacious touring and camping pitches, self-catering static caravans and luxury lodges, all in a tranquil setting with easy access to the capital and nearby country walks. To mark the occasion, Linwater bosses have announced a £200,000 investment in a new static caravan terrace, set for completion in summer 2025. The project is transforming a previously unused corner of the site into what's being described as a 'stunning accommodation space', featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand new static caravans. Katie Guinan, owner of Linwater Caravan Park, said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. "Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same, to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.' (Image: Linwater Caravan Park) The park currently holds an impressive 4.8 rating on Tripadvisor, with recent reviews praising the peaceful location, spotless facilities, and thoughtful amenities. One reviewer shared: 'The caravan park is in a quiet location (there's some aircraft noise but no busy roads nearby). We stayed for a week in one of the self-catering lodges. The lodge was clean, comfortable and well equipped, a proper home from home. This is the second time we've stayed here and will definitely book again.' They added that Edinburgh was easily accessible by park and ride just a few minutes away, and recommended a visit to the nearby Jupiter Artland. Another guest who stayed with their touring caravan praised the calm atmosphere and facilities, writing: 'It was pretty quiet, people respecting the noise restriction times. "The shower block was spotless when we arrived… only one negative about the site itself and that is the shower timer, water stays on for about 30 seconds so you have to be quick or have a shower buddy with you! "Other than that, I'd give the site 5 stars. The amenities were amazing, the fact they supply a kitchen with a microwave is something we've not come across before and is perfect for those in tents.' They also highlighted the park's location as ideal for visiting landmarks like The Kelpies, the Falkirk Wheel and the Forth Bridge. Another review, from a campervan guest, added: 'We loved it and would absolutely come back. Beautiful shower facilities! The shared kitchen (also beautiful) had so much information about how to get into Edinburgh and local takeaways. 100 per cent would recommend. We drove to the tram stop (Islington?) and got the tram into the city from there, free parking and super easy.'
The National
09-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Family-run Scottish holiday park ranked among best in the world
Linwater Caravan Park in the village of Newbridge, 12 miles west of the Scottish capital, was named in this year's Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards – with the accolade given based on consistently high reviews on the travel site. The family firm, which was founded in 1998 by the Guinan family, was listed among the top 10% of hospitality businesses worldwide. Open all year round, the holiday park offers holidaymakers pitches for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and tents, alongside a range of self-catering holiday lodges and static caravans. READ MORE: Gillian Mackay launches Scottish Greens leadership bid The site also boasts a fully equipped camper's kitchen, an onsite shop, a dog walking area and a playpark. Katie Guinan, owner of Linwater Caravan Park, welcomed the award saying it is 'incredibly rewarding' knowing guests enjoy their stay at the site. She said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. 'We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. 'Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same - to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.' The park announced it is set to unveil a new static caravan terrace after pouring £200,000 into the project. The family said it will transform a previously unused area into a 'stunning accommodation space,' featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand-new static caravans.
Daily Record
09-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Scottish caravan park named among the best hospitality businesses in the world
The park has earned a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award, placing it in the global top 10 per cent thanks to a year of glowing guest reviews A popular family-run holiday park near Edinburgh is celebrating global recognition and a major new development as it heads into what could be its most exciting year yet. Linwater Caravan Park, nestled in peaceful countryside near the capital, has been named a 2025 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award winner. This impressive gong places the site among the top 10 per cent of hospitality businesses worldwide. The accolade is based on consistently glowing guest reviews received over the past 12 months. Established in 1998 by the Guinan family, the park offers a mix of spacious touring and camping pitches, self-catering static caravans and luxury lodges, all in a tranquil setting with easy access to the capital and nearby country walks. To mark the occasion, Linwater has also announced a £200,000 investment in a new static caravan terrace, set for completion in summer 2025. The project is transforming a previously unused corner of the site into what's being described as a 'stunning accommodation space', featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand new static caravans. Katie Guinan, owner of Linwater Caravan Park, said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. "Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same, to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.' The park currently holds an impressive 4.8 rating on Tripadvisor, with recent reviews praising the peaceful location, spotless facilities, and thoughtful amenities. One reviewer shared: 'The caravan park is in a quiet location (there's some aircraft noise but no busy roads nearby). We stayed for a week in one of the self-catering lodges. The lodge was clean, comfortable and well equipped, a proper home from home. This is the second time we've stayed here and will definitely book again.' They added that Edinburgh was easily accessible by park and ride just a few minutes away, and recommended a visit to the nearby Jupiter Artland. Another guest who stayed with their touring caravan praised the calm atmosphere and facilities, writing: 'It was pretty quiet, people respecting the noise restriction times. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "The shower block was spotless when we arrived… only one negative about the site itself and that is the shower timer, water stays on for about 30 seconds so you have to be quick or have a shower buddy with you! "Other than that, I'd give the site 5 stars. The amenities were amazing, the fact they supply a kitchen with a microwave is something we've not come across before and is perfect for those in tents.' They also highlighted the park's location as ideal for visiting landmarks like The Kelpies, the Falkirk Wheel and the Forth Bridge. Another review, from a campervan guest, added: 'We loved it and would absolutely come back. Beautiful shower facilities! The shared kitchen (also beautiful) had so much information about how to get into Edinburgh and local takeaways. 100 per cent would recommend. We drove to the tram stop (Islington?) and got the tram into the city from there, free parking and super easy.'
