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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mihailovic's goal gives Rapids coach Chris Armas his 50th career win, 1-0 over Real Salt Lake
Colorado Rapids midfielder Oliver Larraz, center, struggles to control the ball while driving between Real Salt Lake striker William Agada, left, and forward Matthew Bell, right, in the first half of an MLS soccer match Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Commerce City, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) (ASSOCIATED PRESS)
Scoop
08-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Changes To Rates Ahead – How Hamilton Ratepayers Can Navigate The Impacts
Hamilton's new property values, which will be used for calculating rates from 1 July, are yet to be finalised, and Hamilton City Council acknowledges the concern this timing may bring. To make managing rates easier, Council is encouraging ratepayers to use Payble – its flexible payment system. 'While we don't know the outcome of the citywide revaluations just yet, we recognise that many Hamiltonians may feel concerned about what this could mean for their rates,' said Council's Financial Support Services Manager, Matthew Bell. 'That's why we're letting ratepayers know about the benefits of our new payment platform. Payble provides ratepayers with more control, visibility and flexibility over how and when they pay. 'Ratepayers are able to see their balance, create personalised payment schedules, receive text notifications, and even choose to skip a payment if needed.' About property revaluations All councils in New Zealand are legally required to revalue properties every three years. These valuations are used to determine how the city's total rates revenue is distributed – they don't change the amount of money Council collects, just how the 'rates pie' is divided among property owners. Hamilton City Council's revaluation is being carried out by independent valuers, Opteon. Originally due in April, Opteon requested additional time to complete the work and ensure accuracy. The proposed values will then be audited by the Office of the Valuer-General before being made available to the public. 'The timing of this year's revaluation process isn't something Council controls,' said Bell. 'A revaluation is a massive exercise. Each year more than twenty revaluations are carried out across the country, so scheduling depends on the capacity of both the valuation providers and the Valuer-General's office.' What to expect Under the 2024-2034 Long-Term Plan, Council has proposed an average rates increase of 15.5% for the 2025/26 year. The valuation will reflect property values as of 1 September 2024. The new values will be used for rates from 1 July, which is the beginning of the 2025/2026 financial year. For many, there will not be a significant change in rates outside of Council's proposed average increase of 15.5%. Council will notify property owners of the updated values as soon as they have been confirmed in June. Properties with value changes aligned to the citywide average will see rates rise approximately 15.5%. Properties with an above-average value change will experience higher rates rises, and properties with a below-average value change will see smaller rates rises. More information To sign up for Payble: visit or scan the QR code on your rates invoice. For more information about the revaluation process: visit Timeline
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New city centre store has 'great first day' according to manager
The new Tesco Express store in Carlisle had a 'great' first day according to the new store manager. The new store has opened in part of the old House of Fraser unit which was recently sold for £750,000. Fears had been raised throughout the community that the site may have fallen into a similar situation to the city's vacant Debenhams store which closed back in 2021. The opening of a new Tesco store in the city centre has been widely welcomed by local shoppers who have said that the city centre needs a wider variety of shops. The first customer to the new Tesco Express was waiting for the store to open on Wednesday, April 23 and received a bottle of prosecco and some flowers. READ MORE: Cumbrian man wins £96,000 on hit ITV gameshow 'The 1% Club' | News and Star Matthew Bell, store manager at the new Tesco Express in Carlisle said: 'The store opening of our new Express store in Carlisle town centre was brilliant and we had a great first day serving our local community, and our first customer who was waiting for the store to open was presented with a bottle of prosecco and flowers'. Tesco previously had a store on Victoria Viaduct, but the company decided to close the shop in October 2023.
Associated Press
21-03-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Real Salt Lake takes on Dallas in Western Conference action
FC Dallas (1-2-1) vs. Real Salt Lake (2-2-0) Sandy, Utah; Saturday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Dallas plays Real Salt Lake in Western Conference action. RSL put together a 16-7-11 record overall during the 2024 season while finishing 11-4-3 in home games. RSL scored 65 goals last season, averaging 1.9 per game. Dallas finished 11-15-8 overall and 1-10-6 on the road in the 2024 season. Dallas averaged 1.6 goals on 4.6 shots on goal per game last season. NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: RSL: Matthew Bell (injured), Zac MacMath (injured). Dallas: Geovane Jesus (injured), Show (injured), Paxton Pomykal (injured), Anderson Julio (injured). ___
Associated Press
05-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Cyber Protection Group Launches to Simplify Cybersecurity
Cyber Protection Group announces its all-in-one package, CYBER Protect that ensures organisations can quickly and easily get the best cyber protection available 'We have launched Cyber Protection Group to address a fundamental need to help businesses access robust, tailored cyber protection without the hassle of managing multiple contracts and products.' — Matthew Bell (Founder & CEO) LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 5, 2025 / / -- Cyber Protection Group (CPG), a cybersecurity solutions provider with a mission to deliver comprehensive, cost-effective, and easy-to-understand protection for businesses of all sizes, has launched today. CPG will provide organisations with the confidence to secure their assets through straightforward, tailored solutions that eliminate unnecessary complexity. At the heart of CPG's offering is its flagship product, CYBER Protect, an all-in-one, vendor agnostic package that delivers everything a business needs to enhance its security posture. CYBER Protect simplifies cybersecurity for organisations by integrating tools and services that detect, monitor and respond to threats, including incident response, security testing and Dark Web reporting. The new package contains tiered support depending on the size and complexity of the organisation, and can scale with businesses as they grow, ensuring long-term value and future-proofing their cyber resilience. CPG's CYBER Protect delivers many of the benefits of using an MSSP, while also eliminating some of the disadvantages. For example, organisations gain greater control over security policies and implementation; and the solutions delivered are more flexible and adaptable to existing IT environments. In addition, by working closely with internal teams, CPG reduces both complexity and dependency on an external provider. Cyber Protection Group will provide a more integrated and customised approach to cybersecurity than an MSSP, ensuring that the organisation remains secure while also maintaining control and flexibility. By combining best-in-class technologies with a highly experienced team of consultants, CPG delivers tailored protection for each client's unique requirements. 'We have launched Cyber Protection Group to address a fundamental need to help businesses of all sizes access robust, tailored cyber protection without the hassle of managing multiple contracts and products,' explains Matthew Bell, Founder of Cyber Protection Group. 'With CYBER Protect, we aim to eliminate complexity and provide straightforward, effective solutions that give our clients peace of mind.' CPG aims to become a trusted partner for any organisation seeking to protect its systems, networks and data from cyber threats. CPG's approach is vendor-agnostic, which ensures it always provides tailored solutions that best fit an organisation's specific needs. This approach also ensures that businesses only get the solutions they need to improve their cyber hygiene and ensures they maintain control and flexibility in their overall cybersecurity strategies. Founded on core values of integrity, trust and partnership, CPG also focuses on educating businesses about cyber risks, empowering them to make informed decisions about their digital security. As Bell explains, 'We don't just protect businesses; we help them understand cybersecurity so they can take control of their digital future.' CYBER Protect delivers enhanced data security, protecting sensitive data from breaches and unauthorised access. It also brings compliance confidence, ensuring businesses always remain compliant. Advanced Threat Detection brings early identification of potential threats, while preventing costly cyber-attacks ultimately helps protect an organisation's bottom line. The benefits of using CYBER Protect include: - Enhanced data security to provide strong safeguards for sensitive data, protecting it from breaches and unauthorised access - Compliance confidence through support to navigate the increasingly complex and changing legal and regulatory landscape and ensure an organisation is always compliant. - Advanced threat detection ensures early identification of potential threats, so they are prevented before they do any harm - Reputation assurance - By demonstrating a commitment to cybersecurity, organisations will build greater trust with its partners and customers. - Business continuity by ensuring business operations are not disrupted by cyber-attacks. - Intellectual property protection through the safeguarding of unique ideas and products from cyber theft. - Stronger customer relationships and increased confidence by ensuring their data is always protected. Spun out of Bell ICT, Cyber Protection Group is dedicated to protecting an organisation's digital assets online. Its all-in-one solution, CYBER Protect ensures any organisation can quickly and easily get the best protection available through cutting edge technology and expertise. Rachel Williams PRPR +44 1442 245030 YouTube Legal Disclaimer:
