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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mass. nursing home with 130-year history to close, lay off staff
A Lawrence nursing home that opened in 1895 will close at the end of the summer, leaving 43 employees without jobs and more than 30 residents without housing. The Berkeley Retirement Home posted a notice on its website announcing the decision to close, writing that it had notified the state Department of Public Health that the facility would shut its doors for good on Aug. 31. In the letter from The Berkeley to DPH posted on the state website, Leslie Russo, the facility's administrator, wrote that the 'difficult decision' had been made due to financial factors, as it had been incurring 'significant monthly losses' and the building itself is aging and needs 'extensive renovations and repairs.' 'This decision was not made lightly and every effort was made over the last few years to identify a long-term solution to ensure the best future for the facility,' Russo wrote. According to the letter, The Berkeley's board of directors voted on April 28 to close the nursing home, which has 19 skilled nursing beds and 25 independent living rest home beds. A Worker Adjustment and Retraining Act notice posted on the state website shows that 43 workers will be laid off on Aug. 31 when the facility closes. According to a draft closure plan submitted to DPH, residents and their families were notified of the closure on April 30 and a freeze has been placed on new admissions. Staff will work with each resident to find a new placement in a different facility in the area. Medical records will continue to be stored on-site until the building is sold or repurposed. A virtual public hearing about the closure will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 28. 41-year-old woman dies in pedestrian crash in Framingham More details emerge from hazmat incident at Hayden Corp. on Monday morning Insider anticipates 'craziest' NBA offseason that includes Celtics trades Jaylen Brown's knee injury another unknown to Boston Celtics offseason ESPN analyst hopes fans don't 'come for my head' for Drake Maye-Jayden Daniels take Read the original article on MassLive.
Forbes
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Best Rooftops And Terraces In London For Summer 2025
These are all the best rooftops and terraces to visit in London this summer. When the sun is shining in London, it is truly the best city in the world. While I may be biased, summer in England is extra special. The parks are all bright green, the sky is free of clouds and everyone is out and about, making the most of the sunshine. Anyone visiting should take advantage of the long summer days and incredible sunny weather by grabbing a drink on one of the best rooftops or terraces in London. Luckily, there are an abundance of options, ranging from a hidden garden at one of the best hotels in London to secret rooftops scattered around the city. Ahead, all the best rooftops and terraces to visit in London this summer. With incredible views of London, you can't go wrong with a visit to The Berkeley's Rooftop. With incredible views of London, you can't go wrong with a visit to The Berkeley's Rooftop. The fantastic poolside terrace offers lovely views of nearby Hyde Park, which you can admire while you sip the Hyde Park Spritz, a blend of Cointreau, Benedictine and lemon, or the Pool Party, a mix of Campari with Chambord, rhubarb and strawberry. Casa Cruz is a great spot to catch up with friends for lunch. Perched over the gorgeous tree-lined streets of Holland Park, a visit to Casa Cruz's balcony is a great spot to catch up with friends for lunch. With its secluded location, the restaurant's cozy terrace, which is outfitted in copper and surrounded by green foliage, feels like a private garden. Serving up a modern European menu, you'll be able to sip on classic cocktails while indulging in lovely seasonal plates. In collaboration with Australian winery Bird in Hand and London florist Julia Campbell-Gillies, ... More Sparrow Italia's rooftop is a summertime oasis. In collaboration with Australian winery Bird in Hand and London florist Julia Campbell-Gillies, Sparrow Italia's rooftop oasis has been completely transformed for the summertime season. While you're surrounded by stunning British blooms, you'll snack on light Italian dishes and sip on summertime wines with the Mayfair skyline as your backdrop. The best-kept secret rooftop in East London is atop The Culpeper. Arguably, the best-kept secret rooftop in East London is atop The Culpeper. Set within an urban garden that grows food for the pub below, it has a seasonal menu that changes weekly and has incredible views of the nearby famous building, the Gherkin. Taking inspiration from the beauty of flora and fauna, The Hari has partnered with Champagne House, Maison Perrier-Jouët, to create the perfect spot for sunny summertime celebrations. The terrace, which is adorned with lush greenery, will serve up a curated selection of Perrier-Jouët champagne cocktails and special light bites that were created to complement the floral notes of the champagne. Dram has an outstanding new cocktail menu that was created to highlight the duality of ingredients. Located in the heart of Soho, Dram is offering an outstanding new cocktail menu that was created to highlight the duality of ingredients. Created by Chris Tanner, Jack Wallis and Simo Simpson, the space's incredible terrace will offer light and refreshing highballs to make the most of warm summer afternoons. Offering panoramic views of London, 8 at the Londoner is a quintessential rooftop to enjoy Japanese-inspired cocktails and snacks. With a location near London's best theaters, it's a great pre- or post-show treat. Designed by Miria Harris, Toklas' greenery can be seen from every inch of the terrace. For Mediterranean-inspired snacks and Aperol spritzes, a visit to Toklas should be in your diary. Designed by Miria Harris, the garden's incredible greenery can be seen from every inch of the terrace, which only makes it more special. Ambassadors Clubhouse has a beautiful year-round terrace that serves up incredible Punjabi dishes ... More and delicious cocktails. Set on Mayfair's Heddon Street, Ambassadors Clubhouse has a beautiful year-round terrace that serves up incredible Punjabi dishes and delicious cocktails. Plus, when evenings are a bit colder, the terrace has heating, so it's ideal for cozying up. Dishoom Canary Wharf has a fantastic outdoor dining space that serves up exclusive specials. Overlooking the water, Dishoom Canary Wharf has a fantastic outdoor dining space that serves up exclusive specials like a whole bream marinated twice with tangi chilli and other tandoori flavors. The retractable awning makes it a great place to hide out on warm, rainy summer days, too. For the summertime months, the terrace at the London Fields Popham location is a lovely spot to ... More enjoy the delicious pastries. As a beloved East London bakery, Pophams always draws a crowd. For the summertime months, the terrace at the London Fields location is a lovely spot to enjoy the fan-favorite artisanal pastries and coffee during the day and handmade pastas and natural wines when the sun goes down. Offering panoramic views of London's skyline, you can enjoy delicious Mexican-Japanese plates at Los ... More Mochis London City. Offering panoramic views of London's skyline, you can enjoy delicious Mexican-Japanese plates, alongside some of the best tequila and mezcal selection in the city, while you take in the views of Tower Bridge and other iconic sites from the beautiful rooftop at Los Mochis London City. Fresh burrata and bruschetta with black Iberiko tomatoes are delicious dishes you can enjoy at the ... More 26-seat terrace at Padella Shoreditch. Fresh burrata, bruschetta with black Iberiko tomatoes and pici cacio e pepe are just a few of the delicious dishes you can enjoy at the 26-seat terrace at Padella Shoreditch. Grab a spritz, your friends, and enjoy the sunshine at this Shoreditch hotspot. Nestled in Queens Park, the newly opened PYRA serves up a menu with flavors inspired by Spain and ... More Greece. Nestled in Queens Park, the newly opened PYRA serves up a delicious menu with flavors inspired by Spain and Greece. Led by head chef Mattia Caddeo, the Mediterranean spot has a quaint terrace that has fantastic people watching on Lonsdale Road. For an incredible al fresco Greek lunch or dinner, you can't go wrong with a visit to GAIA Mayfair. The restaurant recently opened its space for all-day dining and has a beautiful new outdoor space. During a visit, you'll find the chicest diners eating dishes like a whole sea bream carpaccio, stuffed vine leaves or a salt-crusted fish. If you're looking to escape to the Côte d'Azur without leaving London, a visit to Amelié will do the ... More trick. If you're looking to escape to the Côte d'Azur without leaving London, a visit to Amelié will do the trick. Housed in the Pantechnicon, the Provençal restaurant just opened its incredible terrace in the heart of Belgravia. In collaboration with Miraval, the spot will serve ice-cold glasses of champagne and a limited edition spritz called the Peche Spritzer (a mixture of Miraval Rosé, peach and soda) alongside dishes like garlicky escargot, steak frites or a tableside chocolate mousse garnished with Miraval's Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Pyro champions open fire cooking and bold Greek flavors. Created by the previous head chef of Hide, Yiannis Mexic, Pyro champions open fire cooking and bold Greek flavors. With cocktails by Ana Reznik (previously at A Bar With Shapes for Names), a visit will find you sipping on Greek-ingredient-focused cocktails and dishes on the gorgeous sunny terrace. Hidden in the arches of The Royal Exchange, The Terrace at Fortnum & Mason is a stylish spot. Hidden in the arches of The Royal Exchange, The Terrace at Fortnum & Mason is a stylish spot to enjoy slow morning coffees and lunches. Offering an incredible selection of afternoon tea experiences, you can't go wrong with freshly baked scones, clotted cream and jam in the sunshine. Tucked away in the privacy of the hotel's garden, diners visiting the Hyde Park Garden are offered ... More exclusive views of one of the most beautiful parks in London. Tucked away in the privacy of the hotel's garden, diners visiting the Hyde Park Garden are offered exclusive views of one of the most beautiful parks in London. Serving up a menu crafted by the team at the two-Michelin-star Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, the space will serve up a rendition of the chef's 'Chips and Fish' with his famed triple-cooked chips. A floral arch welcomes you into the incredible Veuve Clicquot Piazza Terrace at SUSHISAMBA Covent ... More Garden A floral arch welcomes you into the incredible Veuve Clicquot Piazza Terrace at SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden. The space will serve up the restaurant's signature Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian fusion cuisine with the new Vivo Menu, which features highlights like Mushroom Tobanyaki or Robata Donburri bowls. Set on a quiet street in Mayfair, La Petite Maison's terrace is an iconic spot for long lunches with friends or cheeky post-work Tomatinis (the restaurant's signature tomato-based cocktail). While the a la carte menu is exceptional, the spot now has a limited terrace 'La Petite Bouche' menu that will offer small bites from the regular menu (such as the Salt-Cod Croquettes with Roasted Pepper Relish or Burrata and Tomatoes on Toast) for some sunshine snacking. SACHI has a gorgeous rooftop bar that's fantastic for small plates, bespoke house sakes and ... More cocktails. Japanese restaurant SACHI has a gorgeous rooftop bar that's fantastic for small plates, bespoke house sakes and cocktails using the Japanese 'kaizen' technique (where only small changes are made to the cocktails to keep in line with the original recipe). The Dalloway Terrace is a buzzy, bright place to enjoy spritzers and other summer cocktails in the ... More sunshine Named after Mrs. Dalloway from the Virginia Woolf novel, The Dalloway Terrace is a buzzy, bright place to enjoy spritzers and other summer cocktails in the sunshine. With a gorgeous floral decoration, it's super Instagrammable, too. The Rooftop at The Standard, London has incredible views of the iconic London station, King's Cross. Located on the 11th floor of The Standard, London, The Rooftop has incredible views of the iconic London station, King's Cross. Bring friends and enjoy bites (like the incredible New York-inspired pizza slices) from the spot's beloved food truck. KIOKU by Endo's terrace is a memorable experience Offering incredible views of landmarks like The Mall, Big Ben, Horse Guards, Buckingham Palace and The London Eye, KIOKU by Endo's terrace is a memorable experience. With bites inspired by Culinary Director Endo Kazutoshi's journey with sushi, the buzzy spot atop Raffles London at the OWO is great for date night, post-work catch-ups and everything in between. For dinner and a show, a visit to The Maine Mayfair will have you swaying each weekend to live entertainment by The Sunshine Boys. The 100-seater terrace will serve delicious bites and drinks that can be enjoyed with a mix of Motown, soul and classics playing in the background. With a location on the rooftop on The Peninsula London, you'll be able to sip martinis while taking ... More in breathtaking views of London's skyline at Brooklands Bar With a location on the rooftop on The Peninsula London, you'll be able to sip martinis while taking in breathtaking views of London's skyline at Brooklands Bar. The bar's design takes inspiration from classic British aviation and motorsports, so you'll find details like the glass chandelier that is meant to replicate the blades of a Rolls-Royce turbine jet engine.
Trade Arabia
17-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Maybourne appoints new MD of Claridge's
Thomas Kochs has been appointed as Managing Director (MD) of Claridge's in Mayfair by Maybourne, operator of London's hotels. Kochs, who was previously General Manager at Claridge's from 2009 to 2015, has held positions at The Berkeley and The Connaught. He has held positions at luxury hotel companies such as The Set and Corinthia Hotels, where he has been Managing Director at Corinthia London since 2017. Kochs is a passionate trustee of the Gold Service Scholarship and has been voted Hotelier of the Year by the Brit list and one of the 50 Most Influential People in British Luxury by Walpole. Claridge's has recently undergone a seven-year programme of restoration and redevelopment, including a new spa with a swimming pool, a world-class art gallery, and café. Commenting on his return to Claridge's, Kochs said 'I am so looking forward to being reunited with a hotel and colleagues very dear to my heart and steering Claridge's, a much loved and revered hotel into the next chapter of its distinguished history. I am also particularly proud to be rejoining Maybourne as it enters a dynamic period of global growth and expansion and seeing this vision come to life'.
Zawya
24-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Soho awards Dubai Hills residential project contract
UAE - Soho, a lifestyle brand specialising in creating hospitality-inspired living spaces, has appointed New System Engineering (NSE) as the main contractor for The Berkeley, its premium residential project in Dubai Hills Estate. The appointment marks a significant milestone in the development's timeline, moving the highly anticipated project closer to groundbreaking in the coming weeks, said the developer in a statement. With 90% of units already sold, The Berkeley has seen overwhelming demand, reinforcing SOHO's reputation for delivering high-quality, hospitality-inspired residences, it added. Soho CEO Sahil Khosla said: "Appointing NSE as our main contractor is a significant step forward as we bring The Berkeley to life. Their proven track record in delivering high-end residential projects ensures that our vision of creating premium, hospitality-inspired living spaces will be executed with precision and excellence." NSE has over 23 years of experience in the UAE construction industry, with a proven track record of delivering commercial and residential buildings, schools, warehouses, and villa projects. "With The Berkeley nearly sold out, we are thrilled to advance construction and deliver a project that sets new benchmarks in Dubai Hills," he stated. As construction gears up, NSE's expertise in executing large-scale, high-rise residential developments will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely and seamless delivery of the project, he added. Khosla said the groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled to take place soon, marking the official start of construction. With NSE's appointment, the development remains on track for timely delivery, reinforcing Soho's commitment to providing world-class residences in one of Dubai's most sought-after communities. As construction begins, Soho continues to collaborate with leading industry experts to bring its vision to life. National Engineering Bureau (NEB) Consultants, one of the region's most respected architectural and engineering firms, has played an integral role in shaping the design, structure, and technical planning of the development. With extensive experience in luxury residential projects, NEB has ensured that The Berkeley adheres to the highest standards of design innovation, functionality, and sustainability. Their expertise has been pivotal in optimising space planning, refining architectural aesthetics, and integrating structural efficiencies, ensuring that every element of the project aligns with Soho's commitment to crafting sophisticated, hospitality-inspired living spaces. Other strategic partners include LW Design and XBD Collective, who have contributed to the project's interior and space planning. Their expertise in curating contemporary, high-end living environments aligns with SOHO's philosophy of creating homes that blend aesthetics with practicality. While The Berkeley takes centre stage, construction will also commence on The Gramercy, an elegantly curated residential offering positioned adjacent to The Berkeley. According to Khosla, designed as a natural extension of Soho's signature hospitality-led approach, The Gramercy will introduce a sophisticated long-term lease opportunity, catering to discerning residents who seek a seamless blend of design, service and comfort. With a boutique, hotel-inspired lifestyle at its core, The Gramercy offers a limited collection of fully furnished, contemporary residences that seamlessly integrate intelligent space planning, refined interiors, and parkfront serenity. Set against the backdrop of Dubai Hills Park, it will provide residents with an effortless and elevated living experience, crafted for those who appreciate luxury, convenience, and timeless design. With both projects now entering their construction phase, Soho remains committed to delivering best-in-class residential experiences, setting a new benchmark in Dubai Hills. The Berkeley and The Gramercy are expected to be delivered in Q4 2026, with construction progressing in line with the projects' completion timeline. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Trade Arabia
23-02-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Soho awards Dubai Hills residential project contract
Soho, a lifestyle brand specialising in creating hospitality-inspired living spaces, has appointed New System Engineering (NSE) as the main contractor for The Berkeley, its premium residential project in Dubai Hills Estate. The appointment marks a significant milestone in the development's timeline, moving the highly anticipated project closer to groundbreaking in the coming weeks, said the developer in a statement. With 90% of units already sold, The Berkeley has seen overwhelming demand, reinforcing SOHO's reputation for delivering high-quality, hospitality-inspired residences, it added. Soho CEO Sahil Khosla said: "Appointing NSE as our main contractor is a significant step forward as we bring The Berkeley to life. Their proven track record in delivering high-end residential projects ensures that our vision of creating premium, hospitality-inspired living spaces will be executed with precision and excellence." NSE has over 23 years of experience in the UAE construction industry, with a proven track record of delivering commercial and residential buildings, schools, warehouses, and villa projects. "With The Berkeley nearly sold out, we are thrilled to advance construction and deliver a project that sets new benchmarks in Dubai Hills," he stated. As construction gears up, NSE's expertise in executing large-scale, high-rise residential developments will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely and seamless delivery of the project, he added. Khosla said the groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled to take place soon, marking the official start of construction. With NSE's appointment, the development remains on track for timely delivery, reinforcing Soho's commitment to providing world-class residences in one of Dubai's most sought-after communities. As construction begins, Soho continues to collaborate with leading industry experts to bring its vision to life. National Engineering Bureau (NEB) Consultants, one of the region's most respected architectural and engineering firms, has played an integral role in shaping the design, structure, and technical planning of the development. With extensive experience in luxury residential projects, NEB has ensured that The Berkeley adheres to the highest standards of design innovation, functionality, and sustainability. Their expertise has been pivotal in optimising space planning, refining architectural aesthetics, and integrating structural efficiencies, ensuring that every element of the project aligns with Soho's commitment to crafting sophisticated, hospitality-inspired living spaces. Other strategic partners include LW Design and XBD Collective, who have contributed to the project's interior and space planning. Their expertise in curating contemporary, high-end living environments aligns with SOHO's philosophy of creating homes that blend aesthetics with practicality. While The Berkeley takes centre stage, construction will also commence on The Gramercy, an elegantly curated residential offering positioned adjacent to The Berkeley. According to Khosla, designed as a natural extension of Soho's signature hospitality-led approach, The Gramercy will introduce a sophisticated long-term lease opportunity, catering to discerning residents who seek a seamless blend of design, service and comfort. With a boutique, hotel-inspired lifestyle at its core, The Gramercy offers a limited collection of fully furnished, contemporary residences that seamlessly integrate intelligent space planning, refined interiors, and parkfront serenity. Set against the backdrop of Dubai Hills Park, it will provide residents with an effortless and elevated living experience, crafted for those who appreciate luxury, convenience, and timeless design. With both projects now entering their construction phase, Soho remains committed to delivering best-in-class residential experiences, setting a new benchmark in Dubai Hills.
