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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Jersey beat Isle of Man to keep World Cup hope alive
Jersey batter Trinity Smith helped keep the island's T20 Women's World Cup hopes alive as she hit 44 in a 49-run win over the Isle of Man in their European Division Two qualifier. After Jersey slumped to 54-5 off nine overs, Smith and skipper Chloe Greechan came together and put on 74 runs in 9.4 overs as Jersey ended on 140-6 in Rome. In reply, Isle of Man - who lost twice to Jersey in a warm-up tournament last month - could only make 91 all out in 17.1 overs as Analise Merritt took 4-22. The win keeps Jersey's hopes of a top-two finish in the six-team round-robin event alive and, with it, progress to the final round of European qualifying in August. They move up to second place in the group, ahead of Germany thanks to a better run rate after the Germans were beaten by hosts Italy. The Italians are now guaranteed to qualify, having won all four of their matches, but Germany have a game in hand on Jersey and will progress if they win both of their final two games, having beaten the islanders on Monday. Jersey face bottom side Sweden in their final fixture on Friday morning. Jersey pick squad for T20 World Cup qualifiers 'Tremendous' Jersey win six out of six in Cyprus Having lost the toss, Jersey started well with Merritt and Aimee Aikenhead putting on 36 for the first wicket. But Merritt was caught for 24 midway through the sixth over and Grace Wetherall was out for a duck with the very next ball. Aikenhead was sloppily run out an over later for 11 before Florence Tanguy was caught for four to leave Jersey on 45-4 as Alanya Thorpe took 3-25. Smith was lucky not to be caught soon after, before she and skipper Greechan came together for the sixth wicket. With Jersey's middle and lower order having struggled all tournament, the pressure was on the pair but they delivered to stabilise the innings as each picked their shots. Smith's knock came off 40 balls and included five fours while Greechan went on to hit 28 not out from 32 balls to guide Jersey to 140-6. In reply, the Manx batters could not deal with Jersey's superior bowling attack as they slumped to 28-4 off 5.1 overs. Wetherall and Tanguy each took two wickets as Clare Crowe's career-best knock of 25 off 32 balls was the only real Manx resistance. But when she was run out to take the score to 91-9, Jersey wasted little time in finishing the game off as Greechan took the remaining wicket with the next delivery.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Browne joins KTS Racing for TT after Coward ruled out
Republic of Ireland rider Mike Browne is to ride for KTS Racing in the 1000cc classes at the Isle of Man TT after the team's regular rider Jamie Coward was ruled out of the event through injury. Coward confirmed earlier this week that he was withdrawing from the TT because of injuries sustained in a crash at the recent North West 200 international road races in Northern Ireland. Browne will now be on board Honda machinery for the Superbike, Superstock and Senior races. The Cork rider had been scheduled to ride BMW bikes for the MLav Racing outfit, for whom he competed at the North West. Browne will retain his Yamaha ride with BPE by Russell Racing for the Supersport races and his KMR Kawasaki machine for the Supertwins outings. The 34-year-old made his TT debut in 2019 and has achieved two podium finishes to date, along with a personal best lap of 130.872mph. "Firstly, I would like to wish Jamie a speedy recovery. I am very keen to get going with the KTS Racing team and have high hopes to better the results of last year," said Browne. Meanwhile, KTS Racing powered by Stanley Stewart Team Owner, Kevin Watret added: "We are all gutted to have Jamie injured following his off at the North West 200 and wish him a speedy recovery. "We welcome Mike on board with KTS. Let's see if we can get him some good results."
Wales Online
19-05-2025
- General
- Wales Online
Boutique hotel and wedding venue plan for historic former school building
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 One of Llangefni's most striking historic school buildings looks set to become a hotel and wedding venue, if plans are agreed. The Isle of Anglesey County Council has received a full application to redevelop the Canolfan Penrallt building into a 13-bedroom 'boutique' hotel and wedding venue. The proposal includes alterations and extensions to the building which served later as a college campus. Get all the latest Gwynedd news by signing up to our newsletter - sent every Tuesday The building is located beside the Plas Arthur Leisure Centre just off Ffordd Cildwrn. The plans say the development could create 14 full-time and six part-time jobs. The dominant building forms part of Llangefni's main street scene and has an imposing and impressive façade. It is one of the first noticeable and historic buildings to greet those travelling into the Anglesey town from the east. The boarded and vacant property is thought to have been built in the early 1900s as the County School. It later became a satellite college campus for Coleg Menai based in Bangor, before the new college site was built on the edge of the town. (Image: Klem Williams) Located on around 1.4 acres, the building has the addition of a Grade II listed war memorial on a grassed area to the front. The memorial commemorates pupils of the former County School who were killed in the First World War. It was designed by W.F. Brindle and H.H. Williams, and built by John Griffiths of Llangefni in 1921. Cadw states it achieved the Grade II level for its "social-historical interest, and as a well-preserved and well-executed war memorial in a prominent location". (Image: IoACC planning docs) It notes that a "stone (or reconstituted stone) statue of a soldier, with rifle pointing downwards, stands on a tall tapering freestone base". It adds: "Slate tablets are fixed to the north side of the base, below a sculpted wreath. "The larger tablet is inscribed with a roll call for 1914-18, below which is a smaller tablet commemorating those killed in 1939-45." The application has been submitted by Jerry Huppert through the agent Arwel Thomas. Join the North Wales Live Whatsapp community now
North Wales Live
19-05-2025
- General
- North Wales Live
Boutique hotel and wedding venue plan for historic former school building
One of Llangefni's most striking historic school buildings looks set to become a hotel and wedding venue, if plans are agreed. The Isle of Anglesey County Council has received a full application to redevelop the Canolfan Penrallt building into a 13-bedroom 'boutique' hotel and wedding venue. The proposal includes alterations and extensions to the building which served later as a college campus. Get all the latest Gwynedd news by signing up to our newsletter - sent every Tuesday The building is located beside the Plas Arthur Leisure Centre just off Ffordd Cildwrn. The plans say the development could create 14 full-time and six part-time jobs. The dominant building forms part of Llangefni's main street scene and has an imposing and impressive façade. It is one of the first noticeable and historic buildings to greet those travelling into the Anglesey town from the east. The boarded and vacant property is thought to have been built in the early 1900s as the County School. It later became a satellite college campus for Coleg Menai based in Bangor, before the new college site was built on the edge of the town. Located on around 1.4 acres, the building has the addition of a Grade II listed war memorial on a grassed area to the front. The memorial commemorates pupils of the former County School who were killed in the First World War. It was designed by W.F. Brindle and H.H. Williams, and built by John Griffiths of Llangefni in 1921. Cadw states it achieved the Grade II level for its "social-historical interest, and as a well-preserved and well-executed war memorial in a prominent location". It notes that a "stone (or reconstituted stone) statue of a soldier, with rifle pointing downwards, stands on a tall tapering freestone base". It adds: "Slate tablets are fixed to the north side of the base, below a sculpted wreath. "The larger tablet is inscribed with a roll call for 1914-18, below which is a smaller tablet commemorating those killed in 1939-45."
Daily Record
08-05-2025
- Daily Record
Island with 'best beach' you can fly to in under an hour
Its known for its diverse landscape, which includes rolling hills and rugged cliffs A quaint yet captivating isle, said by some to have the "best beach in the world", lies just under an hour's flight from the UK. The Isle of Man, nestled in the Irish Sea between Great Britain and Ireland, may be small at about 30 miles by 10 miles, but it offers featuring rolling hills, breathtaking cliffs, and sandy shores. Douglas, the capital, boasts one of the most popular beaches, complete with a wide stretch of golden sands and convenient facilities such as watersports, cafes, and eateries. And if you venture out a bit you'll find Port Erin Beach, tucked away in a charming coastal village. According to the Liverpool ECHO, Port Erin has a 4.8 rating on Google, with one reviewer hailing it "the best beach in the world". Port Erin is also home to Scoops, an ice cream shop offering the acclaimed Davison's Ice Cream, and La Gusto Pizza, famed for its authentic Italian pizzas and calzones. Aside from its stunning beaches there are also enchanting waterfalls. Dhoon Glen Waterfall, situated on the east coast, is a natural wonder, tumbling through a forested glen in a series of dramatic drops. The Isle of Man also boasts other must-visit attractions such as the Laxey Wheel, the world's largest working waterwheel, and the Snaefell Mountain Railway, which ferries visitors to the top of Snaefell, the island's tallest peak. Yet, the Isle of Man is perhaps most renowned for its adrenaline-fuelled TT motorcycle races, attracting thousands of international spectators. The TT comprises a series of motorcycle races, with the Senior TT being the highlight. The Senior TT marks the finale of the event, spanning a punishing 226.38 miles along the demanding Snaefell Mountain Course. Since the first Isle of Man TT in 1907, it has produced legendary moments that have etched their place in motorcycling history. You can fly to the Isle of Man from Edinburgh with the journey taking around 55 minutes.
