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CBS News
3 hours ago
- Business
- CBS News
Voodoo Brewing's North Shore location is closing
Voodoo Brewing has announced the closing of its location on Pittsburgh's North Shore. The company announced the news of the closing on their Facebook page, saying it's been a blast to serve the North Shore for the last nearly three years. What a blast it's been serving the North Shore. After almost three years, we've made the call to close the pub so we... Posted by Voodoo Brewing Co. - Pittsburgh Pub on Sunday, June 1, 2025 Voodoo says they've decided to close the pub so they can focus more on brewing beer and making that beer available throughout the state. "This shift will allow us to improve our production, expand distribution, and support our growing network of franchise locations across the country," Voodoo said. Tuesday night will be the last day of business for Voodoo's North Shore location. "Thank you to everyone who stopped in and supported us on the North Shore and to our staff who made it happen every single day," Voodoo said."If you've been meaning to visit, now's the time. Come raise a glass and help us close things out right," Voodoo said. "It's not good bye, it's I'll see you later."
CBC
a day ago
- Business
- CBC
Cavendish tourism industry looking into levy as way to boost North Shore businesses
Tourism Cavendish Beach wants to take a close look at a potential tourism accommodation levy in the Resort Municipality, with some tourism operators saying it could help them expand their season on P.E.I.'s North Shore. The Municipal Government Act says a bylaw is needed to enact such a levy and all money collected that way must be spent on tourism. The cities of Charlottetown and Summerside already have bylaws in place that allow places like hotels and cottages to collect the three per cent levy from customers. Kenny Singleton owns Bosom Buddies Resort in Cavendish, which has been operating since 1988 and is open from May until November. He said he's all for a levy in the Resort Municipality of Stanley Bridge, Hope River, Bayview, Cavendish and North Rustico — known in short form as the Resort Municipality. "We really want to extend our seasons here, our summer, and we need consistent marketing dollars. It is a very common thing that's done in other areas," he said. "We need to be always working one year ahead, and, like, how do we keep promoting what we have?" he said. "We have beautiful properties all across the Island and especially on the North Shore." In the last few years, Singleton's businesses has added more amenities, including an adult-only area with a hot tub and a sauna, two pickleball courts, and a meeting space to bring in groups. "Our high season — July, August, you know — it's a given we're full, but [to] make these businesses thrive, we need to really get more guests here," Singleton said. I'd actually have a bigger fear that if we didn't implement a levy, we potentially will be outspent by competing jurisdictions and maybe lose out on visitation for the long term. "And it's good for everyone. It's good for the entire province." About two kilometres away is Fairway Cottages, owned by Adam Lowther, who supports a potential accommodation levy. "As an operator, I'm very bullish on an accommodation levy. I think it's only going to bring good things to the community. I think for an association, it's difficult to truly move the needle without sustainable funding year in, year out," he said. Stable funding would let Lowther feel comfortable to plan three, five, even 10 years into the future. "I'd actually have a bigger fear that if we didn't implement a levy, we potentially will be outspent by competing jurisdictions and maybe lose out on visitation for the long term," said Lowther. Both owners said they weren't concerned about customers objecting to paying an extra three per cent, since this kind of measure is fairly standard with accommodations around the world. "I think a levy is a step in the right direction going forward. And I'd love to see the association continue seeing what other operators want to do and consult everybody," Lowther said. "Hopefully we can have something implemented in the next couple of years." Tourism industry wants study The municipality would have to pass a bylaw to put the levy in place. Officials have said there will be no tourism levy this year. After Tourism Cavendish Beach held its annual general meeting last week, board chair Ben Jelley said the group wants to explore whether a levy would be a way to help fund activities and encourage growth in the region. "We've asked the Resort Municipality to take a look at the issue with us. We think together we can study it because they're the ones that have that power to implement it, and we're the regional tourism association here," he said. Jelley said having an exploratory process in conjunction with the municipality would allow for all tourism operators in the area to have their voices heard.
CBC
2 days ago
- General
- CBC
Purchase of land in Point Deroche 'monumental,' says P.E.I. conservation group
The Island Nature Trust is celebrating the conservation of land that it says has deep historical, cultural and ecological significance along P.E.I.'s North Shore. The not-for-profit organization recently finalized the purchase of nearly 81 hectares in the Point Deroche area, about 30 kilometres northeast of Charlottetown. The land that sits just off the eastern edge of Point Deroche Pond includes a beach, dunes, a peat bog, marshland and forests, along with an abundance of wildlife. "It's a monumental and historical acquisition," said Simon Andrea, Island Nature Trust's land acquisition manager. "There's not many parcels that are forested, that don't have homes on them, that are over 200 acres on P.E.I., so to be able to protect one of those in Queens County is super special." In a social media post, the group said recent events at Point Deroche "have once again led to calls for increased land and coastal protection" in the province. That's in reference to a vacation home that was built in the area that sparked public concern around buffer zones and shoreline access. The massive stone armouring installed at the site to help protect the property from erosion blocks access to a public beach. In 2022, the controversy led then-environment minister Steven Myers to implement a provincial moratorium on shoreline development. The parcel Island Nature Trust purchased has nothing to do with that vacation home property — Andrea said the land was bought from descendants of the original landowners, whose claim to the property dates back to the 1880s. He said open-market land purchases are something Island Nature Trust has been able to do more often recently thanks to funding from the provincial and federal governments, and from organizations like the ECHO and MapleCross foundations. "[Landowners are] on the open market, they want to sell their land, which is fair," Andrea said. "When they hear Island Nature Trust is buying it to conserve it, they do get excited, and we're really happy to have that conversation with them." More land purchased The area holds historical significance not just for the province, but also for Island Nature Trust as an organization. The group was founded in 1979 after a proposed resort development near Point Deroche Pond faced public protest. As a result, the P.E.I. government of the day purchased two properties off MacDonald Road, near Blooming Point Beach, and leased them to Island Nature Trust as its first natural area in 1982. 'Mix of ecosystems' The ultimate goal, said Andrea, is to join this new parcel with the organization's existing properties into one connected preservation area. He said talks are underway with landowners in the area to help make that happen. In fact, during an event Saturday at Blooming Point Beach to celebrate the 81-hectare acquisition, Andrea announced that the trust is finalizing the purchase of an additional 25 hectares along the north side of the pond. While there are no plans to build walking trails on the new Point Deroche land at this point, the public is encouraged to visit the site to see all of its natural wonders. "We know that people like to use the pond for hunting, fishing and canoeing, so the more land that we protect out there the more the water in the pond will become healthier," Andrea said. "That mix of ecosystems isn't something you see in your typical acquisition, so it holds an amazing amount of wildlife habitat."
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
High surf along Oahu's North Shore keeps city lifeguards busy
Honolulu Ocean Safety and Emergency Medical Services personnel responded to a number of 911 calls today along the North Shore amid surf that produced 12-foot and higher faces. Just after 8 a.m., lifeguards rescued a surfer who injured her shoulder off Mokuleia near the surf spot known as Silvas. Lifeguards brought the 29-year-old Waialua woman to shore via Jet Ski. She was evaluated on the scene by an EMS crew and declined transport to an emergency room, according to Honolulu Emergency Services Department spokesperson Shayne Enright. Then just before 9 :30 a.m., an off-duty lifeguard and mobile lifeguard personnel responded to a report of two swimmers struggling to stay afloat in the waters at Three Tables. Lifeguards safely brought both to shore and they did not require medical attention, Enright said. A short while later, lifeguards at Sharks Cove assisted a 38-year-old visitor who suffered a head injury and multiple lacerations after he was knocked off his feet into the ocean by a wave. The man cut himself multiple times on the reef but was able to get out of the water on his own, Enright said. Lifeguards began medical treatment and transferred his care to a Honolulu EMS crew, which transported him to an emergency room in serious condition. 'Honolulu Ocean Safety reminds all beachgoers to check ocean conditions prior to going in or near the ocean. Also going to a lifeguarded beach is always recommended, ' Enright said in a news release. 0 Comments By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our. Having trouble with comments ? .
CBS News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
George Strait and Chris Stapleton are coming to Pittsburgh. Here's what to know.
George Strait, the king of country music, is coming to Pittsburgh with Chris Stapleton on Saturday. Straight is the only act in history to have a Top 10 hit every year for over three decades, and with more than 30 different platinum or multi-platinum albums, he has the third most certifications of any artist, only behind The Beatles and Elvis Presley. He'll be joined by eight-time Grammy winner Chris Stapleton and Parker McCollum. If you're going to the show, here's what you need to know. When do gates open? Gates open at 4:30 p.m., an hour after the ticket office opens at 3:30 p.m. The show starts at 5:45 p.m. Fans with general tickets can use any gate to enter the stadium. Those with floor tickets should use Gate 6 on Reedsdale Street. When do parking lots open? Parking lots on the North Shore will open for tailgating at 12:45 p.m. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to avoid traffic. This weekend is also Pittsburgh's Pride celebration, so more people will be coming Downtown. Acrisure Stadium says concertgoers can use JustPark to pre-purchase a parking pass, though inventory is limited. If you're looking to save money on parking, you can park Downtown and ride the T for free. Acrisure Stadium's bag policy The concert will follow the NFL's clear bag policy, but the stadium encourages fans to leave their bags at home. If you need to bring one, you can bring a clear plastic bag the size of a 1-gallon Ziploc bag or a small handheld purse clutch. One thing you don't need to bring: cash. Acrisure Stadium is a cashless venue, both for concessions and merch. Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
