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Hamilton Spectator
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
The Redhill Valleys among local winners at CMAOntario Awards
Hamilton-grown musicians, a band and a radio station took home CMAOntario awards Sunday. Three-member band the Redhill Valleys won 'Group or Duo of the Year,' Ancaster's Mackenzie Leigh Meyer won 'Roots Artist or Group of the Year,' Waterdown's Josh Ross won the 'Compass Award' and KX94.7, Hamilton's country station, won 'Radio Station of the Year.' The win was a first for the Redhill Valleys. 'Winning Group of the Year in our hometown makes this moment extra special,' said Chelsea McWilliams, the bass player and singer. 'Hamilton has a rich, resilient music scene, and we're proud to be part of a community that keeps showing up, creating, and lifting each other up. It's a win for all the local bands out there making noise.' The CMAOntario Awards and Festival was Sunday at several venues across Hamilton, including the Textile Building and the Music Hall. The 13th annual awards show was the last to be hosted by Canadian country star Jason McCoy. McCoy announced 20 winners at the show, which ended off a weekend of workshops, intimate performances and open mics. Country singer-songwriter Owen Riegling won the most awards, taking home five trophies. Riegling is from Mildmay, Ont., a small town about 150 kilometres northwest of Hamilton, past Elmira, Ont. The show featured performances from country singers such as Andrew Hyatt, Sacha, Nate Haller and Robyn Ottolini. The Redhill Valleys also performed. McCoy was also honoured with the first Real McCoy Award, sponsored by Slaight Music. The award will honour an individual who represents the compassion, integrity and commitment to the craft of Ontario's country music community. The Country Music Association of Ontario was founded in 2007. Cheyenne Bholla is a reporter at The Hamilton Spectator. cbholla@
Yahoo
a day ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Louisiana Red Cross urges preparedness amid hurricane season
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Hurricane season is now officially underway, and the Red Cross of Louisiana wants you to be prepared. Louisiana has reportedly been hit by a tropical storm or major hurricane 54 times since 1851, making it one of the most impacted states in the United States. The Red Cross is encouraging people to be prepared by planning to evacuate or shelter safely at home. Your evacuation plan should include knowing where to go, how to get there, and where to stay. The Red Cross says your stay-at-home plan should focus on gathering the right supplies to live safely without everyday resources. Karen McCoy, Executive Director of the Louisiana Red Cross, discussed the importance of planning during severe weather. 'Preparedness saves lives, and with more frequent and intense storms affecting Louisiana, we're calling on neighbors to get ready now — and to consider joining us in this lifesaving work. Whether you volunteer or donate, every action makes a difference,' said McCoy. Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. To stay informed, download the free Red Cross Emergency App for real-time alerts. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
McCoy's last stand as host of CMAOntario awards
After more than a decade of hosting the CMAOntario Awards, country star Jason McCoy will pass the reigns to another prominent figure of what he calls a growing country music scene. The award show is part of a four-day festival that started Thursday and is packed with performances, workshops and a post-awards party. On Sunday, June 1, the awards show will close the festival at The Music Hall on Hamilton's Main Street West. One of McCoy's favourite moments hosting was performing Gordon Lightfoot's 'If You Could Read My Mind' for the legendary Canadian singer-songwriter when he received the association's Impact Award in 2014. 'I was probably 15 feet away from him in the front row and that was quite unnerving,' said McCoy, adding Lightfoot was gracious and kind. 'Spotlights and everything go down and everybody's just a regular person.' The 54-year-old musician is continuing his career, shooting music videos with his band The Road Hammers, performing and hosting a Pure Country 106 morning show. To McCoy, Ontario's country music scene is pushing its way to the global grounds, starting with a foundation of talented producers. 'These producers are working with Nashville peers and they get to hone their craft, up their game,' said McCoy. 'Ontario artists don't necessarily have to just go to Nashville anymore.' McCoy sees Ontario becoming 'bigger, better and stronger' with up-and-coming artists such as Parry Sound singer Sully Burrows, Hamilton-based Karli June and Hamilton band The Redhill Valleys — all of whom have been nominated for CMAOntario Awards. The Redhill Valleys are vying for Group or Duo of the Year, June is competing for Music Video of the Year for her song 'Still Make Cowgirls,' and Waterdown's Josh Ross is again nominated for fans' choice. Ross won the award in 2024. No matter who wins, McCoy said viewers should pay attention to smaller up-and-coming artists putting their heart and soul into their music. 'Watch all the people who are in the corners,' said McCoy. The awards show will run from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Although the country star is stepping down as host, McCoy said he is never fully gone. 'I might come back and co-host the odd time or something like that,' he said. The country association's board of directors said the search for a new host has already started. 'Filling Jason's boots as the host of the CMAOntario Awards will be no easy task,' read an email statement. The board is looking for a 'major player' in the Ontario country music scene who can uplift and entertain. The term would be 12 years. Tickets to the award show ranges from $40 for balcony general admission to $199 regular VIP tickets. To buy tickets or get more information on the festival, go to . Here are some other arts and music events you can attend locally in the next week: Thursday, June 5, is the first of Hamilton Waterfront Trust's free summer concerts by the water. Every Thursday until Aug. 28, artists will take to the Waterfront Stage at Pier 8 ( 47 Discovery Dr., Hamilton ) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Mike Stevenson Trio will play the first show. Attendees should bring a lawn chair or blanket. For more information, go to . Evan Smith, Vaughn Lucyk and Josh Robertson will perform at 'The AM Club' on Saturday, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Coffee and pastries will be offered at the event. The coffee party will happen at The Port House Social Bar and Kitchen at 2020 Lakeshore Rd. in Burlington . Tickets are $20 on . The Queen Is Dead and Factory will play sounds from the Smiths and New Order at the bar on Saturday, May 31 from 8 to 11:30 p.m. The bar is located at 339 York Blvd., Hamilton . Advance tickets are $15, or $20 at the door. To buy, go to . Local folk, rock and country artists will perform at the theatre's The Bright Room on Sunday, June 1, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Hamilton band The Commune, Guelph singer-songwriter Ian James Bain and Michael Antelope will play the show. The theatre is located at 27 Dundurn St. N., Hamilton . Tickets are $15 on . For more information, go to . For The Sugar Pills will perform '80s music from artists such as the Smiths, The Police, Depeche Mode and Duran Duran on Thursday, June 5 from 8 to 11 p.m. Andthenyou is located at 145 Main St. E., Hamilton . To buy tickets, go to . Advance tickets are $10, or $15 at the door. Cheyenne Bholla is a reporter at The Hamilton Spectator. cbholla@
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Fury at evil Southport killer's cushy jail life where he STILL gets Maltesers, crisps & treats despite guard attack
SOUTHPORT monster Axel Rudakubana can still buy jail treats such as Maltesers and McCoy's despite attacking a guard with boiling water. 7 Axel Rudakubana can still buy jail treats such as Maltesers and McCoys despite attacking a guard with boiling water Credit: Reuters 7 The triple killer, 18, has them served by officers in his cell at London's Belmarsh Prison Credit: Getty 7 Rudakubana can still spend £5.50 a week in the canteen Credit: Alamy 7 The Southport monster is having treats including Maltesers and crisps Credit: Alamy Child killer and A source said: 'He's been spending £5.50 a week in the canteen since the attack, and can spend it on anything he likes as long as it's not dangerous. 'He's still allowed to buy things like Maltesers and Pringles crisps if he fancies them.' Read More on UK News Shadow Justice Secretary He said: 'I cannot believe this monster has been allowed to keep these privileges. It's a disgrace. 'He should be stripped of them immediately, no questions asked. 'It's the least the victims of his horrendous crime would expect. We've got to regain control of prisons before an officer is killed.' Most read in The Sun Since the attack Our source added: 'He is mostly confined to his cell. He fills in a sheet and stuff gets delivered. Southport fiend Axel Rudakubana hurled scalding water over prison guard in 'terrifying' attack putting victim in hospital 'That means that prison officers, who are the colleagues of the guy he attacked, have to collect his canteen order and deliver it to his cell. 'Array of goods' 'It's made some angry and upset. 'The array of goods on the canteen list is quite staggering and it has all the decent brands. 'He can also buy toiletries, vitamins, drinks and biscuits. 'He's not spending much because he's on basic level and doesn't have a job due to the danger he poses. 'But the principle of it is shocking — and he's been spending what he can every week since the attack. It's very rare for a governor to completely strip a prisoner of canteen rights but I'd say this is an instance where it's justified. 'He's also been able to call his family and had a bit of money sent in to him despite the attack.' Lags at Belmarsh can buy goods including Cadbury Twirl bars, Haribo Starmix bags, McCoy's crisps, Diet Coke, Vimto, vitamins, fruit and cereals like Shredded Wheat and Ready Brek. Also on offer are 'I Love You' cards, draughts sets, prayer mats, cross pendants and prayer hats. But Rudakubana is barred from buying anything that could be turned into a weapon. That includes tins of tuna, after the jagged edge of a can was used to slash Rudakubana is also banned from buying butter or baby oil which could be heated for an attack. Police are investigating the 'serious assault' he allegedly carried out at Belmarsh on May 8. The fiend was allowed a kettle and is believed to have used it to boil water. His supervision had been downgraded weeks earlier. It's very rare for a governor to completely strip a prisoner of canteen rights but I'd say this is an instance where it's justified Source The officer was taken to hospital but escaped serious injury and is believed to have returned to work. Rudakubana struck weeks after Rudakubana is also said to have had visits from an imam since his attack. But he has been barred from religious ceremonies for fears he would be targeted. Inmates in UK jails have rights including protection from bullying, access to a solicitor and healthcare plus the right to communication and to make complaints. All other privileges have to be earned, and cons can have their time out of cells severely restricted. Inmates who behave can become 'enhanced' prisoners and earn the right to spend more money and watch TV. Another source said: 'It's fairly unheard of to strip someone of the canteen. But a lot of the public would think it should be done here. "The issue they have is they need to keep him happy and stop legal complaints. Certain prisoners are experts at knowing their rights. 'They were planning to move Rudakubana but the transfer has been delayed by the lack of an alternative. "The natural place would be the separation centre at Frankland. But, ironically, that's been closed down while the attack by Abedi is investigated.' Rudakubana was jailed in January for the murders of The Prison Service said it did not comment on individuals. 7 Bebe King, 6, died in the Southport attack Credit: PA 7 Elsie Dot Stancombe, 7, was another victim Credit: PA 7 Alice Da Silva Aguiar, 9, also lost of her life Credit: PA Timeline of events related to the Southport stabbings AXEL Rudakubana has pleaded guilty to the murders of Bebe King, Elsie Dot Stancombe and Alice Dasilva Aguiar, and 10 counts of attempted murder. Here is a timeline of events relating to the case: 2002: Rudakubana's father Alphonse moves to the UK from Rwanda, according to an interview he gave to his local newspaper in Southport in 2015. August 7, 2006 : Rudakubana is born in Cardiff, Wales. 2013 : The family - including Rudakubana's father, mother and older brother - move from Wales to Banks in Lancashire, a few miles from Southport. July 29, 2024 : Shortly before midday, a knifeman enters a dance class at The Hart Space in Hart Street in Southport. Bebe, Elsie and Alice are fatally wounded. Eight other children are injured, as are instructor Leanne Lucas and businessman John Hayes. Police say they have detained a male and seized a knife. Within hours, claims spread online that the suspect is an asylum seeker who arrived in the UK by boat in 2023. Some claims include an alleged identity. July 30, 2024 : In the evening, a peaceful vigil is held outside Southport's Atkinson arts venue, where flowers are laid in memory of those who died. Shortly after the vigil, a separate protest begins outside the town's mosque in St Luke's Road. People throw items towards the mosque, property is damaged and police vehicles are set on fire. July 31, 2024 : Demonstrators gather in Whitehall, London, for an "Enough Is Enough" protest. Flares and cans are thrown at police and more than 100 people are arrested. Disorder also breaks out in Hartlepool, County Durham, and Aldershot, Hampshire. August 1, 2024 : Police announce that Rudakubana has been charged with the murders of Bebe, Elsie Dot and Alice, 10 counts of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article. He is not named by police because of his age. He appears in court in Liverpool and Honorary Recorder of Liverpool Andrew Menary KC rules he can be named, as he is due to turn 18 in a week. He initially smiled on entering the courtroom - then kept his face covered by his sweatshirt for the remainder of the proceedings before the case was adjourned. Later that evening, demonstrators gather outside a hotel in Newton Heath, Manchester. August 2, 2024 : Three police officers are taken to hospital after disorder in Sunderland. August 3, 2024 : There are scenes of violence during planned protests across the UK, including in Liverpool, Hull, Nottingham and Belfast. August 4, 2024 : Disorder continues, including outside a Holiday Inn Express in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, where masked demonstrators launch lengths of wood and sprayed fire extinguishers at police officers. August 5, 2024 : The Government holds an emergency Cobra meeting in the wake of the disorder and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer vows to "ramp up criminal justice". That evening, a peaceful vigil is held in Southport, a week on from the killings. Police deal with disorder in Plymouth, Devon and Darlington, County Durham. August 7, 2024 : Prison sentences for those involved in the unrest begin to be handed out. Derek Drummond, 58, is the first person to be jailed for violent disorder at Liverpool Crown Court, where he is sentenced to three years. More than 100 protests are planned for across the country, with counter-demonstrations taking place, but the majority of police forces report very little trouble. October 29, 2024 : Merseyside Police announces Rudakubana will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court via videolink the next day charged with production of a biological toxin, Ricin, and possession of information likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing to commit an act of terrorism. October 30, 2024 : Rudakubana appears at Westminster Magistrates' Court via videolink from HMP Belmarsh to face the two new charges. He holds his sweater over the bottom half of his face and does not respond when asked to confirm his name. November 13, 2024 : Rudakubana appears at Liverpool Crown Court via videolink. He covers his face with his grey sweatshirt and does not speak throughout the hearing. About 20 family members of victims sit in the public gallery. The case is adjourned until December 12, when a preparatory hearing will take place. January 20, 2025 : Rudakubana appears at Liverpool Crown Court for the first day of his trial where he pleads guilty to all 16 charges, including the murders of Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Inside evil Southport killer's cushy jail life where he STILL gets Maltesers, crisps & other treats despite guard attack
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SOUTHPORT monster Axel Rudakubana can still buy jail treats such as Maltesers and McCoy's despite attacking a guard with boiling water. The triple killer, 18, has them served by officers in his cell at London's Belmarsh Prison. 7 Axel Rudakubana can still buy jail treats such as Maltesers and McCoys despite attacking a guard with boiling water Credit: Reuters 7 The triple killer, 18, has them served by officers in his cell at London's Belmarsh Prison Credit: Getty 7 Rudakubana can still spend £5.50 a week in the canteen Credit: Alamy 7 The Southport monster is having treats including Maltesers and crisps Credit: Alamy Child killer and jail attack fiend Axel Rudakubana last night faced calls for his canteen privileges to be stripped immediately — with a source saying: 'It's shocking and disgusting he still has these rights.' Rudakubana — serving at least 52 years for killing three girls at a dance class — is also allowed to call family, have religious visits and receive money from relatives while at Belmarsh, South East London. A source said: 'He's been spending £5.50 a week in the canteen since the attack, and can spend it on anything he likes as long as it's not dangerous. 'He's still allowed to buy things like Maltesers and Pringles crisps if he fancies them.' Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick led outrage at the treatment of Rudakubana. He said: 'I cannot believe this monster has been allowed to keep these privileges. It's a disgrace. 'He should be stripped of them immediately, no questions asked. 'It's the least the victims of his horrendous crime would expect. We've got to regain control of prisons before an officer is killed.' Since the attack Rudakubana has been busted down to a 'basic' regime which means his TV has been removed and his time out of his cell has been limited. Our source added: 'He is mostly confined to his cell. He fills in a sheet and stuff gets delivered. Southport fiend Axel Rudakubana hurled scalding water over prison guard in 'terrifying' attack putting victim in hospital 'That means that prison officers, who are the colleagues of the guy he attacked, have to collect his canteen order and deliver it to his cell. 'Array of goods' 'It's made some angry and upset. 'The array of goods on the canteen list is quite staggering and it has all the decent brands. 'He can also buy toiletries, vitamins, drinks and biscuits. 'He's not spending much because he's on basic level and doesn't have a job due to the danger he poses. 'But the principle of it is shocking — and he's been spending what he can every week since the attack. It's very rare for a governor to completely strip a prisoner of canteen rights but I'd say this is an instance where it's justified. 'He's also been able to call his family and had a bit of money sent in to him despite the attack.' Lags at Belmarsh can buy goods including Cadbury Twirl bars, Haribo Starmix bags, McCoy's crisps, Diet Coke, Vimto, vitamins, fruit and cereals like Shredded Wheat and Ready Brek. Also on offer are 'I Love You' cards, draughts sets, prayer mats, cross pendants and prayer hats. But Rudakubana is barred from buying anything that could be turned into a weapon. That includes tins of tuna, after the jagged edge of a can was used to slash Sara Sharif's killer dad Urfan at Belmarsh in January. Rudakubana is also banned from buying butter or baby oil which could be heated for an attack. Police are investigating the 'serious assault' he allegedly carried out at Belmarsh on May 8. The fiend was allowed a kettle and is believed to have used it to boil water. His supervision had been downgraded weeks earlier. It's very rare for a governor to completely strip a prisoner of canteen rights but I'd say this is an instance where it's justified Source The officer was taken to hospital but escaped serious injury and is believed to have returned to work. Rudakubana struck weeks after Manchester Arena terrorist Hashem Abedi, 28, stabbed and burned four officers at Frankland jail, Durham. Rudakubana is also said to have had visits from an imam since his attack. But he has been barred from religious ceremonies for fears he would be targeted. Inmates in UK jails have rights including protection from bullying, access to a solicitor and healthcare plus the right to communication and to make complaints. All other privileges have to be earned, and cons can have their time out of cells severely restricted. Inmates who behave can become 'enhanced' prisoners and earn the right to spend more money and watch TV. Another source said: 'It's fairly unheard of to strip someone of the canteen. But a lot of the public would think it should be done here. "The issue they have is they need to keep him happy and stop legal complaints. Certain prisoners are experts at knowing their rights. 'They were planning to move Rudakubana but the transfer has been delayed by the lack of an alternative. "The natural place would be the separation centre at Frankland. But, ironically, that's been closed down while the attack by Abedi is investigated.' Rudakubana was jailed in January for the murders of Bebe King, six, Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, and Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine. The Prison Service said it did not comment on individuals. 7 Bebe King, 6, died in the Southport attack Credit: PA 7 Elsie Dot Stancombe, 7, was another victim Credit: PA 7 Alice Da Silva Aguiar, 9, also lost of her life Credit: PA
