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Winnipeg Free Press
2 days ago
- General
- Winnipeg Free Press
Cranberry Portage under evacuation order Saturday
Cranberry Portage has been put under a mandatory evacuation order due to wildfire-damaged hydro lines that are expected to keep the community dark for multiple days. The rural municipality of Kelsey issued an emergency bulletin at 8:26 a.m. Saturday. The RM has been asking area residents to prepare emergency kits and evacuation plans throughout the week. 'This fire is currently established on both sides of Highway #10 north of Sturgeon Landing turn off and South of Egg Lake. Multiple Hydro poles are damaged and burnt,' Lori Forbes, municipal emergency coordinator for the region, wrote in an alert at 8:26 a.m. Saturday. Forbes said Hydro had determined power would be out for an extended period. A mandatory evacuation plan was put in place as of 9 a.m. in response to the sweeping outage. Evacuees are headed to Winnipeg. RCMP is helping notify area residents who are asked to visit Billy Mosienko Arena in Winnipeg. Evacuees are being urged to travel via Highway 39 and Highway 6, as Highway 10 remains closed. It's an approximately 7 1/2 hour drive to the Manitoba capital. 'It's still an area of active wildfires, so we can't safely access the area to assess damage or estimate when power could be restored,' said Peter Chura, a media relations officer for Manitoba Hydro. Sent weekly from the heart of Turtle Island, an exploration of Indigenous voices, perspectives and experiences. Hydro's outage map shows 478 customers have been affected in Cranberry Portage. The outage was reported at 2:43 a.m. Maggie MacintoshEducation reporter Maggie Macintosh reports on education for the Free Press. Originally from Hamilton, Ont., she first reported for the Free Press in 2017. Read more about Maggie. Funding for the Free Press education reporter comes from the Government of Canada through the Local Journalism Initiative. Every piece of reporting Maggie produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the Free Press's tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about Free Press's history and mandate, and learn how our newsroom operates. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
The Herald Scotland
3 days ago
- The Herald Scotland
I tried the new Crieff Hydro restaurants and bars after £5m makeover
We're checking in for an overnight following a multi-million pound transformation of the resort's food and beverage offerings, which includes a new Asian small plates restaurant, a kitsch dining room for afternoon teas and a 'secret' speakeasy bar accessed only by cracking a cryptic code. Read more: Though it's my first time at the hotel, almost everyone I've told about this weekend's trip back in Glasgow has had their own fond memories of the Hydro to share. "Let me know if the giant chess set is still on the grounds," a friend ask after reminiscing over family holidays. Another urges me not to skip the Victorian Baths, "there are no kids allowed," she says, "you need a passcode from the front desk to get in, and it's so peaceful." Alice, who is accompanying me on the trip, is also no stranger to the hotel with family who hail from nearby, but as we step into the reception area, she notes that this sleek room with plush seating areas and heavy lighting fixtures suspended from the ceiling is nothing like the one she remembers. Even among the chaos of families scrabbling to make it to the desk for check-out, this newly revamped space offers a real wow-factor welcome. When it's our turn to step forward and pick up our room keys, they are handed over with a pair of maps detailing all there is to see at this historic spa hotel alongside a rundown of all the activities the team are offering today. Should the mood strike, we could take part in a spot of archery, horseback riding or even a ceilidh later on in the evening. We mull it over from the comfort of the stately armchairs in our room, perfectly positioned to make the most of views across the impossibly picturesque Strathearn Valley, and conclude that no decisions should be made on an empty stomach. Pictured: Head to The Winter Garden for a light lunch (Image: Supplied) A light lunch The first of the new restaurant offerings on our list is The Winter Garden. Led past the beautiful ornate Ballroom Bar to our seats, there's an instant sense of calm in this bright and airy space. Though there are families with young children about, at no point does it feel overcrowded or noisy. We order a pair of saintly salads, one a classic Caesar with shavings of grand pandano and anchovies, and the other a superfood extravaganza. Charred sprouting broccoli, roasted butternut squash, edamame beans and quinoa; there's so much goodness here I'm sure I'll leave the table an hour later a new person with glowing skin and boundless energy for the afternoon ahead. Well, that might have been the case were it not for the side order of truffle and parmesan-topped fries. With each bite of crunchy, oily goodness, balance is restored to the universe. Pictured: A superfood salad at The Winter Garden (Image: Supplied) There are a few hiccups with service, which appear to be the result of tablet devices used for processing orders. It will become a recurring theme throughout the trip, as the system struggles to handle simple requests like a gin martini rather than the espresso version listed on the menu, but each time, the team deals with mix-ups professionally and promptly. I wonder if a return to a trusty pen and pad might solve this problem, but in a resort as big as this with multiple food and drink outlets, it's understandable that a digital system might be the best way to keep track. It's only a month into the new menus after all, and I'm sure these kinks will be ironed out in time. Pictured: East serves a small plates menu full of Asian flavours (Image: Supplied) A few surprises in store Did I think I would come face to face with a shaggy-haired, miniature goat during our stay? No. But that's just one of the fun surprises our afternoon stroll reveals. It turns out that a number of farmyard animals, from donkeys to alpacas, call Crieff Hydro home, with guests even offered the chance to take part in trekks with their newfound furry friends. Paired with the vast play area further up the hill, I'm now coming to appreciate how brilliant this place must be for families with kids. After hopping aboard the 'Hydro Express' back to reception alongside a mix of bemused parents and awe-filled youngsters, there are more unexpected delights in store at the East restaurant. Pictured: A veggie-friendly cabbage dish from East (Image: Supplied) I'll admit to being sceptical when reading about this small plate dining concept that uses local Perthshire produce for dishes ranging from Hong Kong style whole sea bass to Filipino spatchcock chicken in Adobo spice. The sheer scope of this menu felt dangerously overambitious. Pictured: Slow-cooked Cambodian Spiced Lamb (Image: Supplied) But it's a knockout meal. The slow-cooked Cambodian Spiced Lamb is my favourite of our choices, its tender chunks of meat sliding from the bone into rich masala sauce. Elsewhere, Javanese chicken is wonderfully sticky and sweet, while veggie dishes of tempura samphire with honey Gouchujang sauce or chargrilled cabbage with crispy onions and wild mushrooms easily outshine the Duck Momos we had chosen as a 'safe bet'. More than just another concept to add to their dining portfolio, East quietly proves itself to be a real powerhouse of a restaurant. Based on my first experience, I'd be tempted back to the hotel just to sample further options of Slains Farm sticky pork belly or Cantonese chilli monkfish tails. Pictured: Take a seat at The Ballroom Bar as you crack the code to find The Hermitage (Image: Supplied) A 'secret' spot Before dinner at East had its chance to impress, our server had passed us a riddle printed on a piece of card to solve while we indulged in cocktails at the Ballroom Bar. 'Are we missing something really obvious here?' Alice asked after five minutes of back and forth as we tried to figure out the key to locating the hotel's secret speakeasy. Without offering any spoilers to those planning to visit the Hydro in the future, the answer was yes. Yes, we were. But with some gentle guidance from our host, we later made it through the hidden doorway to The Hermitage bar for a nightcap. It's dark and moody inside, with the only light sources provided by small lamps on each table and a bar heavy with spirits and liquors used for a cocktail menu that's far more advanced than the one you'll find in the hotel's other spaces. Think smoky mezcal-based numbers, local honey-infused sippers or sophisticated highballs. Perhaps the best bit of this whole experience is the fact that there is strictly no photography allowed at The Hermitage. It's a bold move in an age where social media content reigns supreme, but one that really pays off, forcing you to focus on the here and now, while appreciating every last drop of your chosen drink. Read more: When the evening is over, we're directed to leave through a door leading straight back to a hallway area of the hotel. It's a little disorientating, but there's a real kick in knowing we had walked past this same concealed exit multiple times before with no inkling of the excitement awaiting on the other side of the wall. The Hermitage will surely be the highlight of a stay for whisky and cocktail lovers. Pictured: Afternoon tea and brunch is served in the Loggia (Image: Supplied) Tea for two Following a fabulous hot stone massage and time to enjoy the heated pool, sauna and steam room at the Victorian Baths, the next day we've one more dining space to explore before we depart the Crieff Hydro. Though enjoying the same view framed by tall windows next door in the Winter Garden, there's a touch more elegance and grandeur at the Loggia, from the dainty glass chandeliers to towering flower arrangements and accents of baby pink dotted throughout. It's almost like stepping into a doll's house, and exactly the sort of place you would expect to be served platters of bite-sized savouries like Cullen Skink tarts or salmon and prawn roulade, followed by a sweet selection of scones and cakes. We have room to ourselves while finishing off pots of herbal teas, but it's easy to picture this room full on a special occasion like Mother's Day. Once again, I'll find myself impressed by the versatility of the hotel's revamped spaces. Others might have been eager to share their memories of the Crieff Hydro ahead of the trip, but I leave content to have made my own, and ready to return with tales of all the new treats in store for guests this summer. For more information on the Crieff Hydro, including the new restaurant and bar spaces, visit
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
East Kilbride boxer David Jamieson to rebuild after bruising Hydro defeat
The Westwood fighter suffered a third-round KO against Aloys Jnr David Jamieson will rebuild after Aloys Junior stunned a packed Hydro crowd with a devastating third-round KO against the East Kilbride boxer on Saturday. The pair went head-to-head for the WBA Continental cruiserweight title at the Glasgow venue, on the undercard of the Josh Taylor v Ekow Essuman bout. Jamieson was flattened in the third round, and The Real Deal was conscious, but struggling to move. Medics attended, but Jamieson was sat up after what was a crushing blow, and was later given the all-clear in hospital. He said: 'I'll take a bit of time, me and my wife will get away for a bit of sun, relax, and then come back and I'll look at things, see where we go. 'That's the game. We're all big boys – somebody's got to win, somebody has to lose, so I've been on both sides of the coin. You just need to dust yourself off and get on with it. 'It's now just a case of seeing what's next. It's a tough one at this stage. 'It's probably just a case of going away to reset, then come back. We would need to be rebuilding on the small hall shows again, and build yourself back up into title contention .' Jamieson says Aloys Jnr was the strongest fighter he has come up against, but the Hydro experience was still a good one, and has been grateful for an outpouring of support since. The experienced boxer said: 'He's an exceptional fighter. We knew he was a good lad, but serious power. Mikael Lawal was a big puncher, but Aloys was definitely the biggest. 'I've been doing this a long time and I could go into it, but there were a couple of shots behind the head. I protested to the referee, who wasn't really hearing it – but I never really recovered from those. 'Even since the fight, the outpouring of support has been mad, it has been great, everybody has been amazing. 'Walking out in front of a packed Hydro was a special occasion, the fans were very vocal and right behind me – if you could have bottled that it would be amazing.' Junior landed 24 punches and 25 jabs in a dominant display against Jamieson, and will now look beyond Commonwealth after retaining the belt. The fight began at a good pace, with Junior looking to line up the right hook that has made his name in boxing. He left his mark on Jamieson in the first round, landing a body shot and one to the head, dropping the home boxer to a knee. Jamieson beat the count comfortably and complained of a shot to the back of the head, but the referee wasn't interested. The Scot came back into the fight in the second round, forcing Junior onto the defensive, but a slamming body shot again dropped Jamieson to his knees. Jamieson was already struggling, before Junior hit him with a thunderous right hook to end the fight. Jamieson has been thoroughly backed by Kynoch Boxing Scotland, who said: 'David Jamieson ran into a serious talent in the form of Alloys Youmbi at the OVO Hydro. 'David had a nightmare start – being caught with two shots to the back of the head, and taking an eight-count. 'He didn't get going again after this, but showed the heart of a warrior, as always. 'Aloys put in an excellent performance – we wish him and his team all the best, going forward. He looks destined to go on to world level. 'David went to the hospital after the fight and was given the all-clear. 'David is a gentleman and held in high regard by everyone in boxing. 'He displayed once again that he will not back down from a challenge, and will always give it 100 per cent. We're proud to represent him.'
Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Paisley film star Gerard Butler pays tribute to late mum
The Hollywood actor attended the Brazilian premiere of the How to Train Your Dragon live-action remake earlier this week. At the end of the screening, Butler's late mum, Margaret Coll, was honoured. In a post shared to the 55-year-old's Instagram page, it shows a slide reading: 'Dedicated to the loving memory of Margaret Coll'. The post was captioned: 'Getting weird. Funny face. The boys. And in memory of my dearly beloved mother Margaret Coll.' READ NEXT: I saw John Legend perform at Glasgow's Hydro - my verdict Fans sent their condolences in the comments following the news. One said: 'Awe. So extremely sorry for the loss of your mama, Gerard. I remember seeing you mention a few months back that she was in the hospital. 'Prayers of peace, strength, and comfort for you and your family. I know how truly much you adored your mama.' READ NEXT: American pop star announces Glasgow gig as part of tour A second added: 'She'll always be by your side, supporting you and loving you more than anyone else. 'And yes, she was definitely there with you, smiling, and making those funny faces.' Meanwhile, a third commented: 'Condolences for your loss.' Butler is reprising his role as Stoick the Vast in the upcoming film. It is set to be released in the UK on June 13.
The National
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The National
John Legend performs to empty seats at Glasgow gig
A US popstar has been left red-faced after he came to perform in one of Scotland's biggest venues only to be met with empty seats. R&B singer John Legend played at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Tuesday, but he wasn't welcomed by as many doting fans as he might have hoped. Video footage taken shortly before the gig started shows the venue, which has a maximum capacity of 14,300 people, looking rather sparse. The main floor area had been converted into seating, and multiple sections of the stalls were closed off – presumably because not enough tickets had been sold. To try and solve that problem, organisers started selling two tickets to the gig for the price of one. READ MORE: Scottish beer giant BrewDog launches new partnership with ... West Ham? Rather embarrassingly, it seems even the promise of a free gig wasn't enough for some. The All of Me singer has already raised some eyebrows in Scotland after naming his tour Get Lifted. By the looks of it, most of his fans were lifted from the building...
