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Press and Journal
4 days ago
- Press and Journal
Fifteen-caravan Traveller convoy pitches-up at Inverdee playing fields
A 15-strong caravan camp has set up on Aberdeen playing fields as part of a summer holiday tour of Scotland. The Traveller convoy settled temporarily at the Inverdee playing fields, close to businesses such as Goals and Harvester, and arrived on Sunday June 1. Fifteen caravans along with towing vehicles were spotted on the large cricket pitch next to Great Southern Road. It is understood their arrival proved a surprise to local cricketers, who were forced to call of matches at the weekend. The Press and Journal went down to the site today to speak with one of the families, who told us they were visiting the city on holiday. They were in Aberdeen after previous stops in Edinburgh and Dundee, with the Highlands their next destination. According to one of the Travellers, the group had never stopped in the Granite City before but were pleasantly surprised by how friendly Aberdonians were. He said: 'We always try to find somewhere that is not going to be an issue for anyone, but it is getting harder every year to find a suitable site to set up on. 'We have passed through Aberdeen but never stopped. The people are friendly.' They had been on the site for only a day, arriving around lunchtime the day before. And it was something of a tight squeeze, due to the corner leading down to the pitches from the main road. One of the Travellers told us they 'don't want to upset anyone' and said they were only staying in the north-east for a week before moving on. The Travellers said they had been doing this for several years and found Aberdeen 'much nicer than Dundee'. Interactions between the adults and the young children at the site suggested a loving family unit. The caravans were spread out over the cricket pitch but all 15 families travel as one group. The travellers' arrival comes shortly after another group set up at Aberdeen Beach. We were told the two groups were separate and did not travel together. Within the Aberdeen city area, there few official Gypsy/Traveller sites, with the sole council facility at Clinterty, near the border with Aberdeenshire. It offers 21 permanent pitches, with a waiting list for spaces, and no provision for temporary stays. We also spoke to nearby football centre Goals, who told us the Travellers had asked to use their facilities but were refused permission. He went on to say that a group of cricketers who frequently use the ground were unable to play due to the travellers' presence on the pitch. They will not be able to use the playing field until the group vacate. The Goals worker also said that dog walkers had complained about the travellers' pets roaming freely around the area. A member of management at Harvester confirmed they had asked the group not to make use of the business' water tap after three individuals began filling water tanks. Its toilet facilities, they said, were also being used regularly. An Aberdeen City Council spokesperson said: 'We are aware of the encampment and we will progress action to have it removed as soon as possible. 'We are committed to engaging with the traveller community to address accommodation challenges they face.'
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mitchells & Butlers reports revenue of £1.45bn for HY2025
Managed restaurants and pubs operator Mitchells & Butlers, which operates establishments such as O'Neill's, Harvester and Toby Carvery, has reported half-year 2025 (the second half of the fiscal year, or HY2025) revenue of £1.45bn compared to £1.39bn in HY2024. During the 28 weeks ended 12 April 2025, operating profit stood at £181m against £164m in the same period of the previous year. It expects to see costs increase by £130m, attributing this to labour cost hikes and anticipated food price surges, particularly of meat. The company's current year cost forecast of a £100m increase remains steady, with the surge primarily attributed to rises in the National Living Wage and employer National Insurance contributions (NICs) that will affect the latter half of the year. In its half-year results, Mitchells & Butlers showcased a trading performance, with pre-tax profits climbing 24% to £134m for the 28 weeks ending 12 April 2025. Spring 2025 saw a 6% uplift in like-for-like sales, bolstered by Easter and Mother's Day, with drinks sales outperforming food sales, rising 5.1% compared to 3.6%. The company also reported an improved operating margin of 12.4%, up from 11.7%. Mitchells & Butlers CEO Phil Urban stated: 'The strength of our first half performance is driven by continued focus on maximising the guest appeal of our diverse portfolio of brands to drive sales, supported by efficiency initiatives delivered through our Ignite programme of work. We are delighted with the like-for-like sales performance, which continues to outperform against the market. 'As we enter the second half of the year, with increased employer National Insurance contributions, we remain focused on the effective delivery of our Ignite programme of initiatives and our capital investment programme, driving further cost efficiencies and increased sales.' "Mitchells & Butlers reports revenue of £1.45bn for HY2025" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
BBC News
08-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Littlehampton Harvester to be rebuilt after fire
A restaurant chain has confirmed plans to rebuild one of its sites which was destroyed in a restaurant in Coastguard Road, Littlehampton, was gutted by a blaze in August 2023 which also closed a nearby cinema and entertainment centre for eight months.A spokesperson for Harvester said the chain was "definitely planning" on rebuilding the site and was working with Arun District Council on a planning application. The chain did not provide a timescale for the restaurant to be rebuilt, citing the "unpredictable" planning process. The previous fire-damaged building was demolished following the fire on 10 August, 2023 when Harvester said it was "committed" to building a new restaurant.A restaurant spokesperson added: "We are committed to progressing the project as quickly as possible and will keep the community updated as we move forward."
Motor 1
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Scout Will Use a Naturally Aspirated VW Engine Made in Mexico
Although range anxiety is gradually becoming less of a problem as technology progresses, it remains a significant concern when shopping for a large truck or SUV. Weight is the main enemy of efficiency and, consequently, range. That's why some automakers are promoting a stop-gap solution until battery technology becomes fully viable for long-range, heavy-duty vehicles. A range-extending gas engine is a temporary fix to unlock those precious extra miles. Scout's new models will primarily be EVs, but there will be an option for a range extender. The engine will be manufactured in Mexico and dubbed 'Harvester' as a nod to the long-defunct company that originally built the Scout. Volkswagen Group's Chief Financial Officer Arno Antlitz disclosed this detail during the first-quarter earnings call, cited by Automotive News . He also noted that the engine will skip turbocharging. Photo by: Scout Motors The four-cylinder engine will be sourced from the VW Group's plant in Silao, Mexico, which has been operational since 2013. Previously, Scout CEO Scott Keogh described the range extender as a 'good, high-output, four-cylinder, small engine.' As for its placement, the turbo-less unit will be mounted behind the rear axle. Scout's Senior Director of Strategy commented that the ICE is 'so far away you don't hear it , you don't feel it, so you still get the sensation of driving a quiet, small electric vehicle.' The body-on-frame Terra pickup truck and Traveler SUV are projected to cover 350 miles in standard guise. With the Harvester option, they're expected to reach the 500-mile mark, but with only 150 miles of pure electric range. While the standard models will come with an estimated 120-kWh battery pack, the Harvester-equipped versions will use roughly half that capacity. In terms of performance, Scout estimates the Terra and Traveler will accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in three and a half seconds. Adding the range extender will increase that time by a full second. The four-cylinder VW engine won't drive the wheels directly; its sole purpose is to serve as a generator, recharging the battery on the go. Scout Traveler Electric SUV 40 Source: Scout Motors Scout is far from the first to adopt a gas engine as a range extender in an EV. The Chevrolet Volt and BMW i3 offered similar setups as early as the 2010s, and the upcoming Ram 1500 Ramcharger will use a larger V-6 in the same role. Scout's parent company, VW, plans to offer range extenders in China first, before bringing the technology to Europe. Although Scout debuted its new models last October, series production won't begin until late 2027. The Terra and Traveler will be assembled at a new $2 billion factory in Blythewood, South Carolina, which is expected to create over 4,000 jobs. Up to 200,000 vehicles could be produced annually, an ambitious goal that Antlitz believes could be achieved, thanks in part to the Harvester version. These Scout models won't really clash with an existing Volkswagen product, considering that the first- and second-generation Amarok are not sold in the United States. The recently announced first-gen model replacement is unlikely to get a US visa either. Additionally, VW doesn't have an off-road, body-on-frame SUV in its portfolio. Scout Terra Electric Pickup Truck 36 Source: Scout Motors The Return Of Scout: Scout Is Back: Meet the Traveler SUV and Terra Pickup Scout's EVs Will Have a Gas Range-Extender Option Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Today in Chicago History: Chicago Stadium — the original ‘Madhouse on Madison' — opens
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on March 28, according to the Tribune's archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National Weather Service, Chicago) High temperature: 79 degrees (1986) Low temperature: 9 degrees (1887) Precipitation: 1.48 inches (2020) Snowfall: 5.3 inches (1894) 1918: Grace Wilson became the first Black woman to join the Chicago police. She remained on the force for almost 25 years. 1920: The 'Palm Sunday' tornadoes: Around noon, with temperatures rising through the 60s, Chicago-area skies turned dark as waves of thunderstorms swept into the area. By 1:15 p.m., wide portions of the metropolitan area from DeKalb east to Joliet and north to Wauconda and Wilmette were in shambles; 28 people had perished and more than 400 had been injured. These twisters were just the opening act of a tragic Palm Sunday tornadic outbreak that affected not only the Midwest but also portions of Alabama and Georgia. In all, at least 31 twisters on that Palm Sunday killed more than 150 and injured more than 900. 1929: Chicago Stadium — the largest indoor sporting venue in the world at the time — opened with 15,000 people (10,000 fewer than capacity) who watched boxer Tommy Loughran defeat Mickey Walker. The original 'Madhouse on Madison' was demolished in 1995, one year after the United Center opened. 1957: Just one year before he entered the U.S. Army, 'Heartbreak Hotel' crooner Elvis Presley wowed a crowd of 12,000 fans at the International Amphitheatre in Chicago. Kids, however, weren't the only ones moved by Elvis. 'A mother, seated with her three children, reached out and touched Presley. Tears of joy rolled down her face,' the Trib said. 1980: Wisconsin Steel abruptly closed its Southeast Side plant and more than 3,000 workers lost their jobs. Wisconsin Steel was owned for 75 years by International Harvester. After years of losing money, Harvester sold it in 1977 to Envirodine, a small California firm with no experience in steelmaking. Three years later, after a strike at Harvester destroyed its best market, Wisconsin Steel went bankrupt and closed. The old 265-acre mill at 106th Street and Torrence Avenue in South Deering long stood vacant. Subscribe to the free Vintage Chicago Tribune newsletter, join our Chicagoland history Facebook group, stay current with Today in Chicago History and follow us on Instagram for more from Chicago's past. Have an idea for Vintage Chicago Tribune? Share it with Kori Rumore and Marianne Mather at krumore@ and mmather@
