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RTÉ News
4 days ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Longford end year on a high with a victory over Carlow
A listless Carlow side were put to the sword with Longford's Matthew Carey scoring 0-15 as Longford ended their Tailteann Cup campaign with a Group 4 win in Tullamore. The centre-forward proved impossible to stop as he nailed five two-pointers from placed balls and play. The Midlanders had nothing to play for but pride and they did this with a degree of panache particularly when they played with the strong wind in the first half. Oran Kenny opened the scoring with a two-pointer for Longford before Ross Dunphy replied with a point for Carlow. Carey picked off the first of his five two-pointers on 10 minutes. This was followed by a goal from Kenny on 12 minutes when he intercepted a Carlow pass. Running almost 40 metres his finish was superb while it cast doubt into Carlow minds. The Barrowsiders had their goal chances. Conor Doyle broke through the Longford defence but his shot was left and wide. Conor Crowley was also crowded out at the expense of a 45 which was not converted. Paddy McDonnell was unable to hit the target when he also broke through. Meanwhile, the eventual winners with the wind built up a lead with three of their forwards registering two pointers as they took a 1-17 to 0-06 lead into the second half. Carlow cause wasn't helped when they lost Crowley to a black card in injury time just before the interval. They still got off to a great start to the second half with Kyle Nolan firing over a two-pointer from the throw-in. They were unable to build on it with the Longford defence on top. The Carlow goal arrived in the final quarter when Ross Dunphy took the scoring pass from John Murphy. As the clock wound down, Niall Hickey was denied on the double by Patrick Collum in the Longford goal. With 11 minutes left to play, Conor Doyle added a Carlow two-point free which gave his side something to aim for. It wasn't to be. A successful comeback never materialised as Longford, who were already out of the competition before a ball was thrown in, regained lost pride in what was a difficult season for them. Longford: Patrick Collum; Patrick Fox, Oisin O'Toole, Bryan Masterson; Darragh Finlass, Cian Brady, Dessie Reynolds; Daire Duggan, Ryan Moffett; Caolan Lynch, Matthew Carey (0-15, 2-fs, 3-2pfs, 2-2p), James Moran (0-02, 1-2p); Aaron Farrell (0-01), Dylan Farrell, Oran Kenny (1-02, 1-2p). Subs: Jayson Matthews for Lynch (44), Iarla O'Sullivan for Moran (63), Paddy Moran for Kenny (68), Carlow: Johnny Furey; Paddy McDonnell, Mark Furey, Lee Moore; John Phiri, Niall Hickey, John Murphy; Kyle Nolan (0-02p), Conor Doyle (0-04 2pf 2p); Ross Dunphy (1-01), Darragh Foley (0-03fs), Mikey Bambrick; Conor Crowley (0-02,1f), Kevin Murphy (0-01f), Sean Murphy (0-02).
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Where curiosity fuels the future: 50 years of the Petroleum Museum
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- In a city shaped by oil, one place has spent the last half-century telling its story, not just through artifacts, but through imagination. The Permian Basin Petroleum Museum turns 50 this year. And for those who know it well, it's never just been about petroleum. Walk through its doors, and you'll find a game show that busts myths about energy. A recreated reef that dates back over 200 million years. A hands-on mission aboard a petroleum-finding spaceship. In the very next room, you might hear the roar of a legendary race car. 'It's a place for curiosity,' said Associate Director Mara Bland. 'We want people to come in and feel inspired, no matter their age or background.' Founded in 1975 by George T. Abell, the museum was envisioned as both a tribute to the industry that fueled the Permian Basin and a living classroom for the people who call it home. Over the decades, that mission has expanded. Today, the Petroleum Museum serves as a science center, historical archive, educational hub, and community gathering space all rolled into one. And according to Bland, it's still evolving. Much of the museum's strength lies in its range. In one exhibit, visitors walk through a recreated 1930s oil boomtown, complete with a general store and land office. In another, they explore renewable energies or learn how to drill for oil in a hands-on challenge where luck and logic collide. For young visitors, the summer science camps are a major draw. This year, 72 kids are enrolled, thanks in part to scholarships supported by Oxy and a new partnership with the Boys and Girls Club. A new camp called 'Circuit Wars' introduces older students to robotics, circuits, and programming through Battle Bots challenges. 'It's about sparking interest at the right moment,' Bland said. 'Especially when older kids are thinking about what their future might look like.' For many longtime Midlanders, the museum isn't just a local attraction, it's a source of pride. But Bland said many residents are still surprised by what they find inside. 'There are people who've lived here for years and didn't realize all this was here,' she said. 'And there are kids who walk in and see their eyes light up. That's when you know it's working.' The exhibits don't shy away from the labor that built the region either. Outside, visitors can walk through the largest collection of historic oilfield equipment in the world, from towering derricks to the same cable-tool rigs that powered early wildcatters. Inside, art plays a role too. Fourteen original paintings by Western artist Tom Lovell tell the cultural story of the Permian Basin, from early settlers to the birth of the oil industry. Lovell worked closely with founder George Abell to select moments that captured the region's spirit and resilience. To honor five decades of education and community, the museum is hosting a yearlong celebration. Each second Saturday of the month, admission is rolled back to 1975 prices, just $1 for adults, 50 cents for students, and free for kids under five. In September, the museum will host two major public events: a Family Festival Day on September 13 with food trucks, activities, and free entry; and a formal celebration on September 20 honoring the museum's founders and future. Bland said these aren't just milestones, they're thank-yous. 'We wouldn't be here without the people who support us,' she said. 'This is their story too.' With thousands of annual visitors, the museum has grown far beyond its original purpose. But Bland says the heart of the work hasn't changed. Whether it's a child stepping into a replica Chaparral car, a parent finally understanding what their partner does in the field, or a retired worker seeing his story honored in an exhibit, the goal is the same: to create moments of understanding. 'Those are the things that stay with us,' Bland said. 'Because this isn't just a museum about oil. It's a museum about people and the place we all call home.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mum raises thousands with stoma bag marathon
A mum who ran the London Marathon with a stoma bag and raised more than £10,000 for charity said it was "one of the best days of my life". Charlie Carroll, 37, from Alvechurch, Worcestershire, has had a stoma since 2011 as she has ulcerative colitis and has had most of her large intestine removed. She was then diagnosed with bowel cancer during further surgery in 2018 when her first child was less than a year old. Ms Carroll, whose tumour was successfully removed, said she did the marathon "to set myself a challenge" and inspire other people. She also recalled that, when she had her first round of surgery, she felt self-conscious about her stoma and wanted to keep it "a secret". She added she had come to realise that "people can talk about this - it's OK". Ms Carroll, who has a seven-year-old son and a three-year-old daughter, said her children were proud of her for running the marathon and her dad had been "tearful" as he cheered her on. "It's up there with getting married and having children," she said, of the moment when she crossed the finish line. Ms Carroll has raised more than £10,700 so far for Bowel Cancer UK with her marathon run. Her friends in Alvechurch have also organised a charity netball match and a raffle to add to her donations, she added. Sunday's marathon also saw Adam Cotterill, 39, from Stourbridge, among the runners and he wore a white unicorn outfit with a rainbow mane chosen by his "unicorn-mad" daughters. Mr Cotterill, who said he set a new world record for the fastest marathon run while dressed as a mythical creature, completed the race in four hours, seven minutes and 38 seconds. He said his run raised more than £4,000 for the Dudley Group NHS Trust's baby loss and bereavement department, a cause he chose after being inspired by his wife's work as a midwife there. Other memorable Midlanders in Sunday's marathon included Dave Heeley, a blind fundraiser known as "Blind Dave" from West Bromwich, who completed his 17th and final run around the capital. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. Fathers of Southport victims complete London marathon in tribute to daughters London Marathon breaks world record for most finishers Weird and wacky costumes from this year's London Marathon The London Marathon
BBC News
28-04-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Alvechurch mum's London Marathon stoma bag run raises thousands for charity
A mum who ran the London Marathon with a stoma bag and raised more than £10,000 for charity said it was "one of the best days of my life".Charlie Carroll, 37, from Alvechurch, Worcestershire, has had a stoma since 2011 as she has ulcerative colitis and has had most of her large intestine was then diagnosed with bowel cancer during further surgery in 2018 when her first child was less than a year Carroll, whose tumour was successfully removed, said she did the marathon "to set myself a challenge" and inspire other people. She also recalled that, when she had her first round of surgery, she felt self-conscious about her stoma and wanted to keep it "a secret".She added she had come to realise that "people can talk about this - it's OK". Ms Carroll, who has a seven-year-old son and a three-year-old daughter, said her children were proud of her for running the marathon and her dad had been "tearful" as he cheered her on."It's up there with getting married and having children," she said, of the moment when she crossed the finish Carroll has raised more than £10,700 so far for Bowel Cancer UK with her marathon run. Her friends in Alvechurch have also organised a charity netball match and a raffle to add to her donations, she added. Sunday's marathon also saw Adam Cotterill, 39, from Stourbridge, among the runners and he wore a white unicorn outfit with a rainbow mane chosen by his "unicorn-mad" Cotterill, who said he set a new world record for the fastest marathon run while dressed as a mythical creature, completed the race in four hours, seven minutes and 38 said his run raised more than £4,000 for the Dudley Group NHS Trust's baby loss and bereavement department, a cause he chose after being inspired by his wife's work as a midwife memorable Midlanders in Sunday's marathon included Dave Heeley, a blind fundraiser known as "Blind Dave" from West Bromwich, who completed his 17th and final run around the capital. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Midland City Council approves exciting projects, here's what to expect:
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Midland City Council met Tuesday and approved several exciting projects. First, City leaders approved a $40 million expansion project at Midland International Air and Space Port that will take the TSA lines from two to 6. Council members said they hope the project will help improve wait times for travelers amid record numbers of people traveling through MAF. 'We have nine different flights going out of Midland every morning for those early morning flights and so the capacity is really great and we had a need because things were getting so backed up,' said Councilmember Robin Poole. Mayor Lori Blong said it's all about keeping Midland open for business and ready for growth. 'We also recognize that this will be a benefit to those that are traveling through our airport who are visiting our area and so we want this to be as accessible as possible,' Blong said. In addition to the airport expansion, Midland City leaders approved an agreement with Cinergy. The Cinergy Development Agreement ensured that the old Regal Cinemas on Loop 250, which have been vacant for several years, will be put to good use. The company said it will invest at least $24M in Midland with the expansion. 'The Cinergy Development Agreement also demonstrates our willingness and our interest in investing in quality-of-life projects for families in Midland. Cinergy is an excellent opportunity for our kids and we're all hosting birthday parties and different family events. And so, Cinergy, with this development agreement, will provide increased opportunities for families,' Blong said. Councilman Brian Stubbs said the partnership will ensure Cinergy's presence in the Basin for at least another decade. 'Cinergy is looking to invest and grow in Midland. So, they have a 10-year commitment to keep their current facility (off Highway 80) open. And then so, this is an addition to that facility, a new building, a new attraction and a new place for Midlanders to have a better quality of life,' Stubbs said. Construction on the new facility is expected to begin in December and should be complete by December of 2026. We've been told the new facility will house two quarter-mile interweaving go cart tracks, escape rooms, and an arcade. The City also approved a Capital Improvements Development Agreement with Betenbough Homes for the construction of Todd Drive and a 16-inch water line in the Mockingbird Ridge subdivision. They took this action in response to a proposal from the home developer to build a new neighborhood expansion. The homes, which won't be built until the roads leading into and out of the new neighborhood are complete, will sit on smaller lots. Additionally, Betenbough said it plans to build green areas, parks, and walking trails throughout the neighborhood. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
