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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Two men delighted to be named Slimming World Men of the Year
TWO men have shared their delight at being named Men of the Year at their Slimming World group. Kelvin Kelly, 72, and Jon Wheeler, 49, were thrilled to be crowned at the Slimming World group held at Masonic Hall, on Rainbow Hill. Having joined in January 2025 thanks to a referral from his GP, Mr Kelly lost 49 pounds and has found he has enjoyed being a part of the group. After the announcement, Mr Wheeler said: "The support I get from my group gives me so much confidence and I really enjoy going each week and I have made some really good friends too. "It is a great opportunity to inspire the whole group with our achievements, sharing swaps we have made, recipe ideas and how to still enjoy the foods we love." Sophie Marshman, Slimming World consultant said: "There is always a buzz in the room when we hold our competitions. "It is amazing to see the positive changes in members, both physically and emotionally and the positive impact on their mental health, due to weight loss and knowing they are not alone, is amazing. "It is such a privilege to help people lead healthier lives with the support of our groups. "With obesity rising rapidly, Slimming World groups are here to help in households in Worcester lead healthier lifestyles."
CTV News
7 days ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Northern Sask. cabin owners prepare for worst as wildfires grow nearby
Just as the saying goes, desperate times call for desperate measures. Kelvin Kelly searched several different hardware stores for hoses, a pump and other supplies – ingredients for a homemade sprinkler system – that he hopes will save his family cabin at Candle Lake, Sask., from any threat of nearby wildfires. 'This cabin has been in the family since 1969,' Kelly told CTV News. Kelly's greatest line of defence is a seven-horsepower pump that will shoot 126 gallons per minute into hoses leading up to his roof. 'It's going to be mounted on my cabin, and we've got a 100-foot diameter sprinkler system,' he said, which should protect his property and at least part of his neighbours' yards. Earlier this week, two of the province's largest fires merged into one. It now burns around 220,000 hectares, roughly 10 times the size of Saskatoon. The closest part of the fire is less than 20 kilometres from the village, according to the fire chief. The Resort Village of Candle Lake in Northern Saskatchewan is under pre-alert for evacuation, but officials are asking people to voluntarily leave now to make any immediate evacuation order easier. Kelly says it's unlikely the fire will reach his cabin, which is on the far side of the village. But if it does, he wants to be ready. 'Because we're lakefront, we have the good fortune. It's got nowhere to go other than this. But we're the last structure in its way,' he said A few doors down, Dwight Sawatzky is packing up his valuables. He's already taken an old Camaro and truck, boat and snowmobiles to safer ground. 'We've pretty much resigned that sometime in the next few days to a few weeks it's a high likelihood none of this will be here,' he said. 'We'll be staying here as long as we can, but not going to push it to stupidity either.' Further north, at least 4,000 people have had to flee their homes due to raging wildfires. Seventeen active wildfires were burning across the province as of Wednesday afternoon.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man arrested in Florida beach brawl as Volusia County deputies prepare for Memorial Day weekend
The Brief Volusia Beach Patrol anticipates record crowds and urges public caution. A DUI suspect was arrested after a reckless driving incident escalated into a fight. Police are increasing patrols and calling for respectful behavior on the sand. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Volusia County Beach Patrol is bracing for a surge in visitors, calling the holiday an "all hands on deck" operation. What we know As Memorial Day weekend nears, Volusia County Beach Patrol is preparing for major crowds across the coastline. Officials have declared the holiday period an "all hands on deck" operation and warned that both beaches and parking lots are expected to fill early each day. In the lead-up to the weekend, a beach incident turned violent when a man allegedly drove recklessly on the sand and got into a fight with a bystander. According to deputies, Kelvin Kelly, 34, of Umatilla, was seen performing donuts on the beach, apparently under the influence, and nearly hitting multiple people. He then confronted a man who attempted to stop him. The confrontation ended in a physical fight, which was caught on video by the bystander's daughter. What we don't know Authorities have not released information on Kelly's blood alcohol content or whether additional charges may be filed. It is also unclear whether any beachgoers sustained injuries during the incident, or if Kelly had a criminal record prior to this event. The exact timeline of how long Kelly was driving on the sand before the altercation also remains unclear. The backstory This incident unfolded just as officials began preparing for the influx of visitors traditionally drawn to Daytona Beach during Memorial Day weekend. A man accused of driving erratically along a crowded stretch of Daytona Beach and then engaging in a fistfight with a bystander was arrested May 15, according to an arrest affidavit from the Volusia County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said they responded to reports of a dark-colored pickup truck performing donuts and fishtailing dangerously close to beachgoers near the Silver Beach Approach around 2:37 p.m. Lifeguards followed the vehicle as it traveled southbound before it came to a stop near the 1400 block of South The Beach. As a deputy approached, several beachgoers pointed to the truck, and the deputy arrived to find two men in a physical altercation. The fight broke up as the deputy arrived, and both individuals were separated. Investigators said one of the men confronted another in an attempt to stop his reckless behavior on the busy beach. Instead, the driver allegedly exited his vehicle and charged at the man in a fighting stance. The two exchanged punches, an incident that was recorded. The man declined to press charges against the driver. The deputy interviewed the driver, who denied reckless behavior, but the deputy noted that he appeared intoxicated or under the influence of an unknown narcotic, making the interview difficult. Deputies ultimately arrested Kelvin Kelly, 34, of Umatilla, for disorderly conduct and resisting an officer without violence after he refused to comply with commands and resisted efforts to be handcuffed. Multiple deputies were required to take him into custody. Kelly was taken to Halifax Health for medical clearance before being transported to the Volusia County Branch Jail. Big picture view The confrontation has spotlighted the tensions that can arise in crowded public spaces, especially during high-traffic holiday weekends. Beach Patrol and local deputies are reinforcing their presence to maintain order. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
