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Miami Herald
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Stay at this $75,000-a-night private island comes with this rare Ferrari
The scaled-down electric icon Ferrari will be there for a year. It was developed from the original drawings of the original, which conquered the 1000km in Buenos Aires and the 12 Hours of Sebring with the driving duo Phil Hill and Peter Collins. On top of the car, guests can also enjoy bespoke menus and up-close-and-personal encounters with wild turtles and whale sharks. The cost of staying on the island varies, but reports suggest it is around $75,000 a night. The post Stay at this $75,000-a-night private island comes with this rare Ferrari appeared first on Talker. Copyright Talker News. All Rights Reserved.
BBC News
13-05-2025
- BBC News
Bid to raise £50k to build new bridge at Bennerley Viaduct
A charity has said it needs to raise £50,000 to build a replacement footbridge next to a landmark Victorian viaduct on the Nottinghamshire-Derbyshire Friends of Bennerley Viaduct (FoBV) has begun fundraising for the new bridge to cross the River Erewash in the shadow of the viaduct, dubbed the Iron viaduct reopened in 2022 after being closed for 54 years and the proposed 14.6m (48ft) bridge is part of a plan to attract more visitors to the heritage FoBV said the footbridge would be the "final chapter" in its campaign to rescue the Grad II* listed structure. Erewash Borough Council is currently considering a planning application for the FoBV said the £50,000 was needed to acquire building materials, mainly timber, for the new has launched an online fundraiser towards the goal. FoBV operations director Peter Collins said: "An old concrete bridge over the river was declared unsafe and can no longer be used."The viaduct deck is unrivalled for views of the valley, but to fully appreciate the design and engineering of the viaduct you need to go below where you can see the wrought iron trestles up close."He said the bridge would also allow views of bird and animal and plant life on the site and added the project would also help protect the riverbank from the money is raised and planning permission granted, the bridge would be built largely by FoBV volunteers and students from the University of Kent. The FoBV also hopes to complete the construction of a new access ramp to the viaduct at the Awsworth side of the crossing, and a new visitor centre this year.
The Courier
12-05-2025
- The Courier
EXCLUSIVE: 'Irregularities' at Fife charity probed by police as former chairman slams 'lies'
Police Scotland and the charities regulator have launched a probe into alleged 'irregularities' at a Dalgety Bay charity. Community hub That Place in the Bay closed suddenly and for the 'foreseeable future' last month. The announcement caused some confusion after a series of posts were made in multiple Facebook groups, and later deleted. However, Fife Voluntary Action confirmed the closure, explaining that trustees are aiming to restore the service as soon as possible. It has now emerged that police are investigating reports of alleged 'managerial and financial irregularities' involving former chairman Peter Collins. A Police Scotland spokesperson told The Courier: 'On April 2, we received a report of concern over managerial and financial irregularities against a trustee of a charity in the Fife area. 'Inquiries are ongoing.' However, The Courier understands no one has been charged with any offence. Responding to the ongoing investigation, Mr Collins told The Courier: 'The truth will come out. 'It's all a pack of lies.' Commenting on behalf of the remaining trustees, FVA confirmed 'at least one' police investigation is under way. Chief executive Kenny Murphy added: 'The trustees had reported a number of concerns to the police and a large range of concerns to the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). 'Issues have been reported to Fife Council and funders, too.' An OSCR spokesperson said: 'We can confirm we have received concerns about the charity. 'They are currently being assessed in line with our standard policies and procedures to establish if there are any regulatory matters for OSCR to pursue.' Fife Council has been approached for comment.
BBC News
08-05-2025
- BBC News
Bury sinkhole: Commuters, residents and traders voice frustration
A sinkhole on a major commuter route is preventing people from getting to and from work, impacting local businesses and making local residents feel unsafe, it has been New Road in Prestwich, Bury, has been closed since Tuesday after a hole opened above a cavity estimated to be about 110ft (33m) in road, which is often gridlocked at at peak times, links Prestwich to the M60 and Manchester city resident Malcolm Sidebottom said: "I've never seen anything like this before in 50 years of living in Prestwich." Mr Sidebottom said everything was "very, very eerily quiet"."The last [sinkhole] I saw like this... the road was closed for many months. "You want the community to go back to normal as soon as possible, the local businesses will be affected." 'It's a joke' Peter Collins, who owns a business next to the sinkhole, said his regular bus journey to work had been rendered impossible because of the diversions that had been put in said he had been forced to call a friend to pick him up and drive him to work. "Over the last week it's just been a joke," he complained. "We've not been able to do anything, we've not been able to get to and from work."Mr Collins said he was concerned the sinkhole, which residents said had grown massively since it first appeared last week, would expand to the road under his business premises."I don't feel safe as such because of the size of the hole," he explained. A Bury Council spokesperson said: "We are doing everything we can to resolve this problem as soon as possible."Our initial investigations have shown a sewer pipe to be in disrepair, with multiple cracks and slippages along 22m of its length."We are working with United Utilities to resolve the issue, and the road will remain closed for the next few days while investigations continue."The spokesperson said diversion routes would remain in place until further notice, and advised motorists to avoid the area wherever possible and to allow extra time for their journeys. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
CBC
18-04-2025
- Climate
- CBC
Kate's 5 fun things to do this long weekend in and around Waterloo region: April 18 to 21
Social Sharing It's the long weekend — perhaps a very long weekend for those who have both Friday and Monday off — and it's going to be a very spring-like weather rollercoaster with sun, rain and mild and cool temperatures. The Kitchener Rangers have a do-or-die game Friday in Windsor. Down 3-1 in the playoff series, if Kitchener wins, they'll be back at The Aud in Kitchener on Sunday night. If you're looking for something fun to listen to on Monday, CBC K-W's The Morning Edition with host Craig Norris is doing a special province-wide show that will focus on election issues from Ontario communities. Tune in and listen to the morning team between 6 a.m. and 8:40 a.m. Monday. If you're driving this weekend, here are some gas prices: Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs Friday 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Knollwood Park, Kitchener Riverside Park, Guelph It'll be cuteness overload in two local parks as dogs hunt for eggs with treats inside them. There is a cost to take part because it's a fundraiser for National Service Dogs. Register ahead of time or pay at the park. National Service Dog event page Bonus: Easter Pawty Saturday 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Modern Paw, 720 Belmont Ave. W., Kitchener This is a free, pet-friendly event with an egg hunt and photos in front of an Easter-themed backdrop. This is a fundraiser for the Kitchener Waterloo Stratford Perth Humane Society. Brewer's Brass Friday at 7 p.m. TWB Co-operative Brewing, 300 Mill St., Kitchener The brewer at TWB, Peter Collins, is one heck of a trombone player and he's getting the brass quartet back together for a fun Friday night concert. Entry is pay-what-you-can. Facebook event page Earth Day Clothing Swap Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Church of the Good Shepherd, 116 Queen St. N., Kitchener Bring clean and gently used clothing, shoes and accessories for all ages and a reusable bag to this event and swap what you don't wear anymore for some new-to-you gems. There is an entry fee of $5 at the door, but bring a reusable mug and enjoy some refreshments. Organizers say this swap is a great way to save money, give away unwanted clothes and get something fresh for your wardrobe. Facebook event page Easter Egg hunts There are several egg hunts planned. Here are a few: Saturday at 10 a.m. — Doon Pioneer Park Community Association will host a hunt. The festivities kick off with a performance from Krickett and the hunt gets underway at 10:30 a.m. Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Downtown Cambridge Easter Egg Hunt starts at Encore Threads and Treasures located at 60 Main St. and people will get a map of participating businesses taking part in the event. Saturday 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. — Hespeler Village Easter Egg Hunt will have people visit downtown businesses to get treats. Enjoy live music with Katy Topham on Queen Street and the food bank will be on hand to collect donations. Saturday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. — Verity Community Church in Waterloo is hosting a hunt and people can also enjoy a hot beverage. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — TheMuseum in downtown Kitchener will host a hunt with eggs hidden on all five floors of the building. Participants will receive a hunt booklet and for each egg returned, kids will get a piece of candy. It's also the last day for the Giraffe, A Heightened Experience exhibit. Sunday 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. — This event is for young children, from infant to six years old. An egg hunt for toddlers will take place on the indoor field at the Royal Distributing Athletic Performance Centre followed by a tot 'n' play session. The older kids will get to go on an Easter scavenger hunt outside. Registration is recommended. Hoppy Easter with Baby Chicks Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday Schneider Haus, Kitchener
