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CTV News
26-05-2025
- Business
- CTV News
Redesign of Gainsborough Road could see bike lane relocated
The location of a new bike lane in northwest London might be shifted from the road to the adjacent boulevard. On Monday, the Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee (ICSC) was told by Councillor Corrine Rahman that the rehabilitation of Gainsborough Road near Hyde Park Road must consider all users in the fast-growing part of the city. 'We've got to balance the parking needs, the need for the road to be rehabilitated, and the need for it to be accessible to all users,' Rahman told the committee. Currently, the busy stretch of road would be reconstructed to include a single eastbound lane, a dedicated left turn lane at Hyde Park Road and new bike lanes on both sides of the road. Rahman pressed for public consultation about the final design. She suggested that consideration be given to shifting at least one of the bike lanes onto the boulevard— thereby separating riders from drivers and reducing the capacity constraints for vehicles on the roadway. 'My preference would be boulevard bike lanes,' Rahman told CTV News after the meeting. 'The reason for that is it's a safer option for folks that are looking to ride in this area.' City staff confirmed that bike lanes along that stretch of road were recently approved in the Mobility Master Plan. Relocating the bike lane onto the shoulder might have impacts on the project's budget and timeline. 'I do understand that it's not typically what we would do in a (road) rehabilitation like this because we'd need to move hydro poles and things like that,' Rahman said. 052625 - Render of Gainsborough An artist rendering of Gainsborough at Hyde Park Road. (Source: City of London) Members of ICSC supported Rahman's motion to consult with the public and prepare drawings of an alternative design. 'I do think that it's really important that when we're doing a redevelopment in an area that's growing as much as the northwest part of the city, we have to look at getting this right,' Rahman said. Council makes a final decision about Rahman's motion on June 3.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wyld Oaks Branches Out With New Co-Creators Under Contract: Wyld Provisions and Onx Homes
LAS VEGAS, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ICSC -- Wyld Oaks, one of the nation's leading mixed-use developments in northwest Orlando, announced new co-creators at one of the region's hottest submarket retail opportunities. Wyld Provisions will be the gateway fueling the exclusive fuel provider for Wyld Oaks, Wyld Provisions will be a vital service hub for both residents and travelers of the recently expanded 429 Expressway. The recent 2024 addition of the Wekiva Parkway, a 25-mile extension of State Road 429 to Interstate 4, completed the final link in the Central Florida Beltway around metro Orlando. As the only quick stop market and fuel opportunity with immediate access to the expanded expressway, Wyld Provisions is uniquely positioned to serve drivers and the area's housing boom with fresh food, quick refreshments, and other essential conveniences. "As thousands of new households continue to establish roots in, and adjacent to, Wyld Oaks, we're thrilled to be growing alongside our neighbors, being a welcoming gateway for the community, and becoming an integral part of daily life in Central Florida's most exciting development," said Summit Shah, president, Southeast Petro Distributors, Inc., Wyld Provisions owner and co-creator. "We also have two exciting end cap opportunities available and are looking for partners to join us!" Onx Homes will deliver cutting-edge, climate-resilient Homes, a pioneer in innovative, future-ready home design, will develop a new community of 54 single family homes at Wyld Oaks. Utilizing its patented X+ Construction™ technology, Onx can deliver a cutting-edge, resilient home in approximately 30 days. The Texas-based homebuilder is gaining national recognition for its unique building method with recent features in Forbes and The Wall Street Journal. "As Wyld Oaks continues to take shape, it will be not only a place where people live, work, and play, but also a testament to what's possible when communities are thoughtfully designed with the future in mind," said Beninati. "If you're looking for a place where you can truly have it all—an authentic community that blends nature and innovation—this is it. Wyld Oaks is where the future is growing." About Wyld OaksWyld Oaks, a dynamic mixed-use development, which broke ground in January 2024, has gained national attention for being a major development to watch in metro Orlando. Wyld Oaks is a forward-thinking, mixed-use destination whose master plan includes 200,000 square feet of commercial retail, a health village with ER and helipad, two hotels, a live entertainment venue, signature parks, including BARK, America's Top Dog Park, and 5,000 planned residential units. Learn more about the vision and co-creator opportunities at Wyld Oaks, and subscribe to the Wyld Side e-newsletter to stay in the know as we grow. ICSC LAS VEGAS 2025BOOTH 5559S South Media Contact:heather@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Wyld Oaks
Time Business News
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
How to Attract More Walk-In Traffic to Your Pizza Shop
Boosting walk-in traffic is crucial for pizza stores that want to increase sales and build a dedicated local following. The National Restaurant Association found that 75% of restaurant visits now involve some form of takeout and implementing digital signage is one way to ensure your establishment responds to the 95% of customers who prioritize fast service. In this article, you'll discover how to increase your store's visibility, develop irresistible offers and connect with your community. You'll learn strategies to encourage people to visit your shop regularly and become repeat customers. Walk-In Customers Provide Significant Profit Now and Nurture Customer Loyalty for the Future. Walk-in customers can lead to unexpected sales and raise your pizza shop's profile in the neighborhood. Getting more customers to come into your pizza shop has numerous advantages. Boosts Sales Volume: Increasing foot traffic doubles your chance to sell products customers typically buy on a whim. Increasing foot traffic doubles your chance to sell products customers typically buy on a whim. Enhances Brand Awareness: A lively and well-visited store invites customers to step in and gives the impression that it meets their expectations. Research conducted by the ICSC revealed that most people will enter a business if it seems active and in demand. A lively and well-visited store invites customers to step in and gives the impression that it meets their expectations. Research conducted by the ICSC revealed that most people will enter a business if it seems active and in demand. Encourages Customer Loyalty: Forming close relationships with customers encourages them to come again. Forming close relationships with customers encourages them to come again. Reduces Dependence on Delivery Apps: Allowing more people to come in and order dishes helps you save substantial amounts paid to food delivery apps. Allowing more people to come in and order dishes helps you save substantial amounts paid to food delivery apps. Creates Opportunities for Upselling: Staff members have the chance to recommend extra toppings or new specials when customers come in to order, improving the average purchase size. Focusing on engaging your immediate area through walk-in customers ensures your shop develops and maintains a loyal following, and drives increased profits. Encouraging more people to drop by your shop can boost your growth and sustainability in the future. Upgrade your storefront with digital signage by starting with a commercial-grade TV or monitor. If you already have a TV, add a Fire TV Stick or Raspberry Pi with AIScreen OS to turn it into an engaging digital sign. Using digital menu boards for pizza shops helps you dynamically showcase your menu and promotions, grabbing customer attention instantly. Why digital signage? Captures customer attention immediately Can rotate promotions, images, and videos Easy to update with real-time offers or lunch specials Choose a location that increases foot traffic to your pizza shop and encourages customers to buy. Select a spot close to major traffic like streets and other thriving businesses. Make sure your storefront remains inviting, clean and well-lit. Ways to improve visibility: Use bright, clear signage visible from afar Highlight menu items or specials in window displays. Maintain a clean, welcoming exterior. Use adequate lighting, especially at night. Ensure easy access and clear parking or walkways. Entice people to try your pizza and come back again by regularly running special deals and promotions. Limited-time deals help attract both new and returning customers. Take advantage of deals and bundles to drive up customer volume during sluggish times and on major celebration days. Market these deals effectively both in your shop and with digital channels to boost their effectiveness. Effective promotions include: Limited-time discounts to encourage quick buys Combo deals bundle pizza with drinks or sides. Happy hour specials during slow times Seasonal offers tied to holidays or events Loyalty rewards for repeat customers Combine the power of PPC and SEO efforts to drive more sales for your pizza shop. Get the most out of both PPC advertising and SEO efforts to significantly increase your pizza shop's customer base and sales. Running PPC ads immediately increase visitors to your pizza shop while optimizing your website for SEO results in long-term growth of organic traffic. How to Increase Pizza Sales? Boost your pizza sales by using social media marketing on Facebook and Instagram together with search ads on Google, Bing and Waze. Plan promotions around major events like sporting matches, holidays or New Year's to drive up foot traffic to your pizza shop. Pro Tip: Increase your website's SEO by improving its speed, ease-of-use and quantity of valuable content. It helps you rank higher in search results, reduces the cost per acquisition and attracts more customers. Using both SEO and PPC together results in increased website traffic and a greater value for your marketing spend. Partner with nearby businesses for cross-promotion to expand your pizza shop's reach and attract new walk-in customers. Collaborating with local businesses creates mutual benefits and strengthens community ties. Identify complementary businesses like gyms, cinemas, or cafes to share promotions and referral deals. This will help you tap into each other's customer base and increase visibility. Effective cross-promotion ideas: Offer joint discounts for referred customers. Share flyers and coupons at partner locations. Host combined local events or contests. Promote partners on social media. Create bundle offers with partner services. Host events and pizza tastings to get your community involved and get more walk-ins to your pizza shop. Events create a fun, social atmosphere that makes people want to come and try your stuff. Use tastings, workshops or themed nights to build relationships and generate buzz. Promote these events in-store and online for maximum attendance. Event ideas: Pizza tasting nights for sampling Pizza-making workshops for groups Themed nights tied to holidays Fundraisers for local causes Live music or entertainment to draw a crowd Implement loyalty programs to reward repeat customers and get them to come back to your pizza shop more often. Loyalty programs increase customer retention by offering incentives that make coming back more appealing. Loyalty program ideas: Offer punch cards or digital rewards for frequent visits Give exclusive discounts or freebies after certain purchases. Promote loyalty benefits in-store and online. Use apps or email to remind customers of rewards. Personalize offers based on customer preferences. Monitor walk-in traffic and adjust to improve your pizza shop's performance continuously. Tracking customer visits helps you see what works and where to improve. Ways to monitor and optimize: Use manual counts or digital counters to track foot traffic. Analyze sales data during promotions and events. Collect customer feedback for insights. Adjust marketing, promotions or store layout based on data. Test new ideas and measure their impact regularly. These will get you the most walk-ins and sales. Getting more walk-ins to your pizza shop requires a few innovative tactics – eye-catching digital menu boards, unbeatable deals, partnering with other local businesses and events to engage your community. Does digital signage increase walk-ins? Yes, digital signage increases walk-ins by grabbing passersby's attention and converting impulse buyers with visually engaging content and promotions. Can I use digital signage if I only have one location? Absolutely. You can use digital signage which is scalable from a single location to a whole chain and helps you operate like a franchise brand. What should I display on my screen to get more foot traffic? To get more foot traffic, display real-time offers that create urgency, show Google Reviews to build trust, highlight combo deals to entice value-seekers, stream your Instagram feed to show social proof, and use countdown timers to drive immediate action. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
LAPD launches hate crime investigation after vandal spray paints Mosque
The Los Angeles Police Department has launched a hate crime investigation after a Mosque was vandalized over the weekend. The Mosque, the Islamic Center of Southern California, was vandalized with graffiti on the exterior and on nearby trees, according to a statement. A suspect described by a man in his early 20s was spotted committing the crimes on surveillance video on Saturday night. The ICSC, located on 434 S. Vermont Ave., said the act 'reflects a broader climate of hostility affecting houses of worship across the nation.' Police said the man spray painted various symbols, including the Star of David. In a statement, CAIR Los Angeles Executive Director Hussam Ayloush thanked LAPD for their efforts in the investigation. 'ICSC is a beacon of faith and service in our community, and this hateful act of vandalism is not just an attack on a house of faith, it is an assault on the values of diversity and tolerance. Amidst rising anti-Muslim rhetoric across the country, this disturbing attempt to intimidate and marginalize our community is deeply concerning,' Ayloush said. 'Hate and bigotry, against any group regardless of faith or background, cannot go unchecked. We welcome the LAPD's prompt response in investigating this incident as a hate crime.' LAPD says the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding a suspect is encouraged to contact the department. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
14-05-2025
- CBS News
LAPD launches hate crime investigation into graffiti at Islamic Center of Southern California
The Los Angeles Police Department launched a hate crime investigation after vandals tagged the Islamic Center of Southern California. "As a house of worship, the Islamic Center of Southern California has always strived to be a space of refuge, dignity, and community for all Angelenos. We are deeply saddened by this act, but not deterred," the house of worship stated. The vandalism, mainly graffiti, defaced the Islamic Center of Southern California's exterior wall and nearby trees. The center said LAPD identified the symbols as "potentially hate-motivated." "To our daily congregants, families, students, and visitors — your safety and peace of mind are paramount," ICSC said in a statement. "We understand that incidents like this may cause concern, fear, or even strong emotions such as anger or grief, especially for those who come to ICSC for prayer, learning, or a sense of belonging. These are all valid and deeply human reactions." The center said it will be holding a press conference on Friday, May 16 with the LAPD and other leaders to provide more information about the graffiti. "While this act reflects a broader climate of hostility affecting houses of worship across the nation, our resolve remains firm," ICSC said in a statement. "We continue to be anchored in our mission to foster mercy, justice, and unity — values that will never be erased by acts of hate."
