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BBC News
20 hours ago
- Business
- BBC News
Somerset pub The Sheep and Penguin 'validated' by CAMRA award
The owners of a pub say being recognised with an award just two years after opening has been "validating".The Sheep and Penguin in Wells, Somerset, was named pub of the year by the Bath and Borders new owners bought the site - where the Mermaid previously traded before its closure about 13 years ago - in 2023, and gave it a complete overhaul to run it as a pub and accommodation James, the operations manager of the venue, said the pub's success was down to the team, the building's new fit-out and the range of drinks available. According to the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), nearly 300 pubs closed across England and Wales in 2024, the equivalent of six closures a about opening a pub in this climate, Mr James said his family were "confident" they could make a good go of it."We felt like we knew enough about pubs from frequenting them that we could create a good offering," he said."We can buck the trend and show that if you give pubs a bit of love and TLC, actually they can become key places in the community... and they can thrive."Part of this means the pub is trying to get in drinks from smaller, local independent breweries, rather than big brands. Mr James said: "The strength comes from our staff, and we're trying to become a community pub."He praised the pub's chef, housekeeper and front-of-house team, and said the general manager was "an encyclopaedia of all sorts of beers and liquors".Mr James added that the team hoped to "keep on building" on what they had achieved.A spokesperson for Bath & Borders CAMRA said they were "thrilled" to present the pub with the award, after a "stunning restoration" of the venue.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bemidji Sons of Norway wins membership award
May 31—BEMIDJI — Bemidji Sons of Norway Lodge 500 recently won an award for gaining the most members in 2024 out of 70 lodges in District One. District One encompasses Minnesota, Iowa, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri and Texas. Sons of Norway Zone Three Director Susan Roland presented the $900 award to Bemidji Lodge President Brad Nelson at the annual Syttende Mai celebration at Concordia Language Villages.
The Herald
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald
Connie Ferguson, Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa, Makoma Mohale win big at SA Style Awards
'I'm at a loss for words. It is such a special moment in my life and having been considered for this award is touching,' Mohale said. 'Especially considering that in the four years of being in this industry, I've been focused and my work has always been at the centre, I never thought people were watching. I knew one day I would receive my award in the industry, but I never thought it would be this soon. I'm grateful.' Other winners included former Miss SA Shudufhadzo Musida and model Yuri Pailman for Most Innovative Style. Mlotshwa was named Most Stylish Performing Artist in Film/TV, while actor-cum-businesswoman Lala Tuku walked away with Most Stylish Business Personality. BFFs Omuhle Gela and Sinivasan were named Most Stylish Couple, while the winner for Most Stylish Performing Artist in Music was Modiga and Most Stylish Models was given to former SMag cover stars the Malope brothers. Judges this year included fashion designer Gert-Johan Coetzee, past recipients Mabuse and veteran actor John Kani joined by SMag editor Emmanuel Tjiya and Wanted editor Aspasia Karras. Craig Jacobs, Sharon Armstrong and Andrea Nagel from Sunday Times and former Wanted editor Siphiwe Mpye also served as judges.
Globe and Mail
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Globe and Mail
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the NBA's MVP. Here's a look at his rise
Oklahoma Thunder guard and Hamilton native is the second Canadian to win the award after Steve Nash Chris O'Leary The Globe and Mail Updated 15 minutes ago Illustration by Photo illustration Ming Wong/The Globe and Mail. Source images Nate Billings, Charles Krupa/AP Photo to view this content.
CTV News
19-05-2025
- CTV News
Sudbury police awards officer who helped catch criminal while off duty
Temiskaming OPP Constable Jennifer Landry was awarded a police services hero of the year award from the Police Association of Ontario.
