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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Best 4th in the North parade grand marshal named
TICONDEROGA — John Bartlett is the 2025 Grand Marshal for the Best 4th In The North Parade, the Ticonderoga Best 4th In The North Committee announced. Bartlett, of Ticonderoga, currently serves as a Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership Board Member and Grants and Fundraising Coordinator. He also was the former TMSP Promotion Committee Chair, playing a major role in planning many beloved community events. Officials said Bartlett's impact extends further as a Kiwanis Club Member and Volunteer, StreetFest Volunteer, End of Winter Carnival Volunteer, FallFest Volunteer and Best 4th in the North Committee Volunteer. Bartlett is also the creator and coordinator of the Ticonderoga Area Back Pack Program, an initiative that continues to support local students and families. 'His dedication can be seen across countless organizations, projects, and events that make our town such a vibrant place to live and visit,' Debbie Barber, Best 4th In The North Committee Chairperson, said. He is 'the perfect choice for our 2025 Grand Marshal and a shining example of making a difference in your community. Ticonderoga is truly grateful for your commitment, which was evident by the overwhelming number of nominations submitted as well as detailed information on why each person was nominating you.' 2025 parade applications and guidelines are available and can be found at or picked up at the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce office located at 94 Montcalm St., Suite 1 in Downtown Ticonderoga. Last year's parade participants have been mailed a parade application, officials said. Parade participants are encouraged to register as early as possible for planning purposes. The committee is hoping to see floats and participation from local attractions, businesses, sports teams, clubs, organizations, committees and youth groups. There is no charge to participate in the parade, but all entries must pre-register, be family friendly and follow all parade guidelines. Updated parade participant guidelines and rules are included in the parade application. All parade participants must read and sign off on these rules as well as apply by the stated deadline of June 23. No exceptions will be made. The entrance for check in for the parade will take place as you enter Race Track Road at the Route 74 entrance. The Best 4th In the North Celebration attracts many visitors to the Ticonderoga Area, which supports local businesses and the local economy. A schedule for the 2025 celebration is being finalized by the committee and will be available to the public soon. The celebration will take place July 1-4 with a grand fireworks display, parade, Montcalm Mile organized by the LaChute Road Runners, music, food, vendors, games and more. The Town of Ticonderoga supports the celebration with $10,000. Donations in support of the committee's efforts are tax-deductible as the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership is a 501c3 Not-For Profit organization. The Best 4th in The North committee also needs more volunteers to help with the planning, fundraising and during the celebration. The committee typically meets at 4 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Chamber Office in Downtown Ticonderoga.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hendersonville Farmers Market opens for season on newly renovated 7th Avenue
Hendersonville, N.C. (WSPA)-From 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday May 3 the 7th Avenue Street Fest is happening in downtown Hendersonville to celebrate the Grand Opening of the road and opening season of the farmers market. At the celebration you can expect vendors, live music and family friendly activities. The event schedule includes: 8am – 1pm: Opening Day of the Hendersonville Farmers Market on Maple Street 12pm –2pm: 7th Avenue Street Fest begins with Radical Joy w/ Mary Kay Williams & Elaine Scott 2pm: Opening remarks and community ribbon cutting 2:30pm: ArtScape Banner Reveal at Hendersonville Rescue Mission on 7th Avenue 3pm-5pm Music with the Stipe Brothers A highlight of the celebration will be the ArtScape Banner Reveal at 2:30pm with newly displayed art from talented local artists. The Hendersonville Farmers Market will kick off its 2025 season on the same day, offering fresh local produce, baked goods, crafts, and more with many vendors staying for the entire day. Visitors can stroll through the market while enjoying the festivities of the Street Fest, The 7th Avenue Street Fest is free and open to the public. Events can be found at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
BBC News
07-04-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Stalybridge Civic Hall restoration completed
The regeneration of a town's "beautiful" civic hall has been Civic Hall, which was built in 1868, was once home to the town's indoor market but is set to reopen as a centre for festivals and theatre leaking roof has been repaired and its historic Victorian features Leanne Feeley, the executive member for lifelong learning and culture at Tameside Council, said it was the "centrepiece" of the town of the first events will be put on by Manchester's Royal Exchange Theatre, and will include circus skills and dance. Feeley said the civic hall can now move forward as a "versatile space".She added: "We want to make this an exciting building for people to use and be part of."The building will host the Royal Exchange Den Festival throughout May, with workshops, shows, comedy and music, within a tent inside the cultural events in the town include the Tameside Beer Festival and the regular Street Fest in Armentieres Square, which will include food and live music. Work has also been completed on a Historic England Heritage Action Zone in Stalybridge, which has helped to restore the shopfronts on Market included making the road one-way to create room for raised flower beds, and space for tables and chairs on the pavement Brown, the general manager of Ols Bier and More on Market Street, said the pavement licences had made a "big difference"."Last summer, people wanted areas outside to sit and we've found our customer base is a lot more young professionals who've moved into the area." Katie Harrison, who runs Giuseppe's Sicilian Bistro on Market Street, said: "We've been open for just over two years now and its going really well"."Businesses are opening and people are putting more money into the area." The town is also benefitting from £20m of Levelling Up cash, which it is hoped will encourage private sector investment and help build around 500 new will be spent on a new footbridge across the River Tame, landscaping next to the Ashton Canal, and a multi-storey car park close to the railway is also expected to start this year on improved disabled access to the Astley-Cheetham Library and Art Gallery next to the Civic has also taken place on landscaping around the portico of the former Stalybridge Town Hall, which was destroyed by a fire in 1989. The conservation area in the town centre has been on the English Heritage at-risk register since is hoped the restoration programmes will lead to it being removed from the list.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Houston Astros ignite a New Chapter at Daikin Park
Houston (KIAH) -- This Thursday, the Houston Astros hit the field at Daikin Park against the New York Mets, marking the start of a big season. Astros wrapped up a promising spring training, showcasing impressive improvements on both offense and defense. Recent practice sessions highlighted emerging talents and refined strategies for the upcoming season. Among the notable updates, Houston Manager Joe Espada announcement stirred excitement as rookie Cam Smith's spot on the Opening Day roster was revealed. Smith special moment was revealed alongside his mom, symbolizing the personal touch behind the team's growth Ryan Gusto, the 26-year-old right-hander, will fill the final open spot in Houston's opening day bullpen. Meanwhile, Jon Singleton's release from the roster marks a clear decision to reshape the lineup. As the team prepares for Thursday's opener, changes are already making an impact. Veteran star Jose Altuve has been seen taking on new challenges, even stepping into left field during practice, demonstrating the versatility expected to carry into regular season play. The blend of seasoned leadership and fresh energy is setting the stage for a competitive season ahead. Altuve also spent this spring taking a crash course in left field. Espada recently confirmed Altuve will enter this season as the Astros' primary left fielder. Looking ahead, fans can anticipate a season filled with strategic adjustments and exciting on-field dynamics. With refined roster moves, position changes, and a renewed focus from the coaching staff, the Astros are poised to build momentum from Opening Day. Pitcher Framber Valdez will be the opening day starter. First pitch is at 3:10 pm. If you're just interested in being inside Daikin Park, you can get seats in the far corners of the upper deck for $49, which will add up to $65 with fees. The cheapest ticket listed on SeatGeek is going for $117, which includes fees. That's for one ticket by itself far down the right-field line. Most of the lower-level seats closer to the infield are listed for more than $200. The cheapest seats in the Crawford Boxes are listed for $310. The Astros will be hosting its annual Opening Day Street Fest outside the ballpark beginning at noon tomorrow. Fans must have a ticket to the game to enter the Street Fest.
