Plan a trip to Dorset and there are common destinations people recommend… Weymouth and Portland for the impressive town and harbour, the Jurassic Coast, gigantic Poole Harbor or Sherborne Abbey. These are just some of the examples we talk about, but what about smaller locations? Places that only locals know? …
Read More »The winners of the Dorset Tourism Awards in full
A day-long online awards ceremony honored Dorset’s ‘resilient, creative and innovative’ tourism businesses after two years of the pandemic. The Dorset Tourism Awards have revealed 54 winners, with three more to be announced at an in-person event in May. The awards, in their ninth year, recognized pubs, cafes, restaurants, activities …
Read More »Owner of Sea Life Weymouth calls on government to keep 12.5% VAT on tourism
The operator of Sea Life Weymouth is calling on the government to permanently maintain VAT on tourism at its reduced rate of 12.5%. The tourist attraction, run by Poole-based Merlin Entertainments, says any increase will have a ‘significant negative impact’ on the tourism sector and its millions of jobs. VAT …
Read More »Council and residents’ reaction to Bournemouth congestion
TRANSPORT bosses have pledged to reduce congestion after Bournemouth was named one of the world’s worst places for traffic jams. And they say the solution is not to build new roads by “bulldozing thousands of homes”, but to get more people to walk or cycle. With dozens of road works …
Read More ȣ44m of dormant asset funding released for charities and social enterprises
Funding will help tackle youth unemployment, support communities in deprived areas and give people in need access to finance New government bill could unlock an extra £880m for good causes Communities and good causes across England have received an additional £44million through the Dormant Assets Scheme. The funding will be …
Read More »Tesla submits request for former Ferndown Porsche site
Electric vehicle manufacturing giant Tesla has filed a planning application to take over a former Porsche garage in Ferndown. Tesla presented plans on January 19 to convert the New Road site, Ferndown, into a large showroom and service center with electric vehicle superchargers. If approved, the site would be the …
Read More »Vancouver’s Olympic cauldron will be lit to celebrate Canadian athletes
The iconic Vancouver 2010 Olympic Cauldron at Jack Poole Plaza will be re-lit on the evening of Friday, February 4 to celebrate Canadian athletes competing in the Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games. Vancouver Convention Center and Pavco said the cauldron will be reignited between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. In …
Read More »Water company tells bathers visiting Bournemouth beach to ‘swim with your mouth closed’ to avoid SEWAGE
A water company told bathers they had to “swim with their mouths closed” to avoid swallowing sewage. Ruth Barden, environment manager for Wessex Water, sparked fury when she made the suggestion at a council meeting in Bournemouth, Dorset. Environment Agency director Ian Withers has also been criticized for saying reports …
Read More »‘Nothing to do, nowhere to go’: what happens when elephants live alone
Few laws or regulations prevent elephants from isolating themselves. The AZA requires that zoos with female elephants must “have a minimum of three females (or space to have three females)” – meaning a zoo can retain its accredited status even if it has an elephant , as long as the …
Read More »Hong Kong airport appoints Tommy Leung as chief executive
(Jan 31, 2022) Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) has appointed Tommy Leung as Executive Director – Third Runway, effective February 1, 2022. Tommy, who currently works as Assistant Manager – Third Runway Project Management, succeeds Kevin Poole who will retire on the same day. Tommy Leung As Executive Director, Tommy …
Read More »How Bournemouth Airport became a ‘great British success story’
Robert Courts MP, Minister for Aviation, visit to Bournemouth Airport. Left to right: Andrew Bell, General Manager of Regional and Municipal Airports; MP Robert Courts; Paul Stoddart, CEO of European Aviation; Stephen Gill, MD of Bournemouth Airport and Philip AVIATION Minister Robert Courts visited Bournemouth Airport on Thursday to witness …
Read More »Sandbanks Community Group wants the area to have ‘first class’ facilities
A COMMUNITY group said it wanted Sandbanks to have ‘world-class’ facilities to match the destination, as long as it was ‘done the right way’. Sandbanks Community Group said its vision is for Sandbanks to be safe and enjoyable for everyone who lives in and visits the area. Previously accused of …
Read More »The sustainable development success stories of the week
As part of our Mission Possible campaign, edie brings you this weekly roundup of five of the week’s top sustainable business success stories from around the world. Published weekly, this series shows how companies and sustainability professionals are striving to achieve their “Mission Possible” through the campaign’s five key pillars: …
Read More »Beach cafe and terrace plan for Canford Cliffs approved
PLANS for the redevelopment of the Canford Cliffs Pavilion into a seaside cafe as part of a multi-million pound scheme have been approved. The existing shelter will be transformed into a café with outdoor terraces, including a terrace on the beach. The BCP Council plan will see the levels of …
Read More »Studland named Dorset’s poshest village – here’s why people will be surprised
A village in part of Dorset, known for its nudist beach and nature reserve, has been rated as one of Britain’s swankiest. In the TelegraphIn the list of Britain’s 54 poshest villages, Studland on the Isle of Purbeck has been selected as Dorset’s poshest village. Not only is the average …
Read More »Nell Nolan: Sugar Bowl President’s Dinner, Jazz Museum Gala, Good Shepherd School | Parties/Society
Community capers Sweeten the bowl The Sugar Bowl President’s Dinner brought fans together two nights before the big game at Caesars Superdome. Teamed up to face off the Baylor Bears against the Ole Miss Rebels. The former players came out on top (21-7) in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, but a …
Read More »Brittany Ferries agreement for the sale of Cap Finistère to an Italian operator
The operator Brittany Ferries has confirmed that it is in the final stages of negotiations for the sale of Cap Finistère to the Italian shipping company GNV. The development comes as the Roscoff-based company prepares to welcome its next vessel to the fleet, the Salamanca (second of five “E-Flexer” class …
Read More »Under the Stars: Can’t Stop Music with Pamela Z, The Residents, Sis, more
[ad_1] Under The Stars is back from the backcountry for 2022. Happy New Year! It’s good to get together with all of you, virtually, once again. It’s true people. This week our near-weekly column featuring new music releases, upcoming shows, and a number of other adjoining articles bids a sad …
Read More »The groups are holding a commercial exhibition of the film January 7-8 in Slidell
[ad_1] Getty Images SLIDELL – The Northshore Cultural Economy Coalition and the Town of Slidell present “The Art of Film: Louisiana Film Industry Expo” on Saturday January 8 at the Slidell Municipal Auditorium. Free entry. The hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The presenters’ lineup includes Ed and …
Read More »Professor Erin-Marie Legacey, a mainstay in Texas Tech’s history department
[ad_1] The western corner of Holden Hall’s basement seems a dismal place. Identical office doors line a dead-end corridor, distinguished only by replaceable red and black plaques listing the names and degrees of professional occupants. At the end of the room is a name apparently marked by fate: Legacey. A …
Read More »Revealed: Dorset residents honored by Queen in 2022
[ad_1] The former Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner and the Managing Director of Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals have been recognized in the Queen’s New Year’s Honors. Martyn Underhill, who received an MBE for mental health awareness and support services, and Debbie Fleming, who received an OBE for NHS services, were …
Read More »Spain officially declares the eruption of the Canary Islands volcano over
[ad_1] The eruption – which has been accompanied by frequent earthquakes – is the first in La Palma since 1971 Madrid, Spain: The eruption of a volcano on the Spanish island of La Palma that destroyed hundreds of homes and large swathes of farmland has ended, officials said more than …
Read More »Western News – Alumni named among the 20 Under 40s of London Inc.
[ad_1] Eleven alumni from the West are part of an “inspiration group” named in London, Ontario. 20 Under 40, 2021 class. Organized by the Twenty Under Forty Foundation, in association with London Inc. magazine, the program celebrates the young Londoners who drive the city forward. The foundation is made up …
Read More »Covid-19 Briefing: Friday December 17, 2021
[ad_1] Guide for companies published The Scottish government has released new guidelines to help limit the rapid spread of the Omicron variant which went into effect from 00.01 today (Friday 17th December 2021). Businesses will now be legally required to take reasonable steps to minimize the transmission of the coronavirus …
Read More »France to restrict travel from UK due to Omicron Covid wave
[ad_1] Live Updates: Follow the latest news on Covid-19 Omicron variant France will impose “considerably stricter” travel restrictions on passengers arriving from the UK amid fears of the new Omicron Covid-19 variant. The government said British travelers must have a compelling reason for their trip which could not be tourism …
Read More »Developer hunt to transform the Bournemouth seafront arcade
[ad_1] EFFORTS to redevelop a premier seafront site in Bournemouth, which currently houses a games room, have resumed. Savills began their search to find a partner to deliver a “new and dynamic hospitality-based destination business” at the Happyland site near Bournemouth Pier. The commercial real estate advisor said he had …
Read More »Gwynedd restaurant boss wants help selling, moving to Birmingham’s ‘greener pastures’
[ad_1] A restaurant owner wants planners to help him secure his return to Birmingham’s “greener pastures”. Dhon Miah, owner of Tywyn Balti, says he’s been trying to sell his business for eight years. He was unable to find a buyer with the situation made worse by the pandemic. READ MORE: …
Read More »2022 Winter Olympics: Should the Vancouver cauldron stay dark?
[ad_1] Vancouver’s Jack Poole Plaza became a ground for competing political events and protests ahead of the Beijing Winter Olympics in February 2022 British Columbia officials should keep the Olympic cauldron in downtown Vancouver in darkness during the Beijing Olympics in February, say British Columbians from minority groups facing human …
Read More »Keith Whitley’s fundraising show slated for Saturday – La Tribune
[ad_1] Country Music Awards fingerprints moved to Ashland for the first time A fundraiser to support a music scholarship by the friends of Keith Whitley moved from his Nashville home to Ashland, Kentucky this year. The event, called Keith Whitley Fingerprints on Country Music Awards, will take place at 7 …
Read More »The New Years Bathtub Race will take place at Poole Quay
[ad_1] POOLE’s popular New Year’s Bathtub Race is scheduled to return on January 1. The annual Bathtub Race sees teams, decked out in disguise, braving the cold water to compete along Poole Quay. The charity event typically attracts around 3,000 spectators and has been around for over 40 years. This …
Read More »Olympic skater Alana Smith on mental health, chosen family and being non-binary
[ad_1] Skateboard Olympian Alana Smith. (Photo: courtesy photo; designed by Quinn Lemmers for Yahoo Life) relax it is Yahoo Life’s wellness series in which experts, influencers and celebrities share their approaches to wellness and Mental Health, from self-care rituals to setting healthy boundaries to mantras that keep them afloat. When …
Read More »Sandbanks hotel projects: Richard Carr responds to thousands of objections
[ad_1] HUNDREDS of thousands of pounds of “compensation” will be paid out to compensate for damage to environmentally sensitive areas of Poole if major plans for the redevelopment of three Sandbanks hotels are approved. Richard Carr’s plans for the replacement of the Sandbanks Hotel include a new 171-room hotel, the …
Read More »Award-winning Indigenous Sport Gallery connects the virtual world
[ad_1] The award-winning BC Sports Hall of Fame Indigenous Sport Gallery will soon be available online, bringing the compelling and powerful stories of Indigenous athletes, coaches and builders to communities and classrooms across the province. âPosting the stories of these historic Indigenous leaders, coaches and athletes online helps honor their …
Read More »The BCP Council has introduced an innovation hub to reduce plastic on beaches
[ad_1] ONE million pounds are spent to dispose of litter from beaches in the BCP Council area. The figure was revealed during the release of a new report on local authorities’ sustainable approach to reducing plastic on the beach. The first of its kind, the report was commissioned by the …
Read More »Reversing the trend on single-use plastics on the beach
[ad_1] The BCP Council is determined to reduce single-use plastic on its beaches. The authority commissioned a report from the City to Sea nonprofit seeking to develop a more sustainable approach to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole seafront. With responsibility for 15 miles of beaches, the resorts are home to around …
Read More »10 of the most prestigious houses in the country currently on the market
[ad_1] Do you dream of a home that exudes opulence and sophistication? Then browse our list of the 10 best luxury homes on the market across the country. Hunters Hill Ready to claim one of the Hunters Hill Peninsula’s most expensive auctions, this contemporary waterfront home features Harbor Bridge and …
Read More »BCP Council Chief Environment Officer Cllr Mark Anderson Invited To Provide Water Quality Update As Southern Water Launches Task Force To Reduce Storm Overflows
[ad_1] The head of the environment of the BCP Council is called upon to report to the advisers on the discharge of wastewater into the sea from local beaches. The board’s oversight and review committee would also like to hear from the water companies and the environment agency, writes Trevor …
Read More »Kootenay mountain biking trails set to become a global destination for athletes with disabilities – Castlegar News
[ad_1] Trails are a major component of British Columbia’s tourism industry, and a group of the Kootenays are on a mission to make them more inclusive. No, that doesn’t mean opening a wheelchair ramp to the top of Pulpit Rock in Nelson or flattening the Canadian Rockies to make the …
Read More »10 of the best things to do in Vancouver this week (November 15-19)
[ad_1] Well Vancouver was the craziest week we’ve seen in a long, long time. So while this weekend’s forecast looks surprisingly tame, we also include a few options to find those who want to help with relief efforts or just do some good in their community. And of course, there …
Read More »On the rebound: resilient Vienna nourishes body and soul through pandemic
[ad_1] Vehicle in which Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated on June 28, 1914, Military History Museum. (Alan Behr / TNS) I finally arrived at the Sacher Hotel in Vienna 18 months late, with three Pfizer injections on my file and with relief that I finally arrived from there with my …
Read More »How Bournemouth Beach performed in the summer of 2021
[ad_1] 2021 has been a great summer – but can the region start over, this time without £ 3.5million in government support? That was the question asked by councilors in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole after a review of summer activities which saw 40,000 parking tickets issued and some anti-social behavior …
Read More »Gagging after Tories accused of “extremely autocratic behavior”
[ad_1] THE conservative group that controls the BCP council has been accused of “autocratic behavior” after preventing an opposition adviser from making his voice heard. Poole adviser Mark Howell said the ruling group uses council protocols to avoid being held accountable for their decisions. He says he was gagged at …
Read More »South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park named UK’s Best
[ad_1] South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park received the Camping of the Year award at the AA Caravan and Camping Awards 2021. The site also received the Global Winner Award, beating other sites in Scotland and Wales. AA inspectors called the site “an elite tourism park with superb glamping …
Read More »The best bakeries in Dorset
[ad_1] As the wintry air begins to pinch our cheeks, is there anything more heartwarming than a warm cinnamon bun or a freshly baked butter croissant? We’ve rounded up some of the top rated bakeries in the county so you can enjoy a potter up to one and fill your …
Read More »Whitten appointed to KCTCS Board of Directors
[ad_1] 04 November 2021 GEORGETOWN, Ohio – While the Brown County Seniors Renewal Tax of 0.8 million / five years was widely passed in the Nov. 2 election, the new Brown County Health District of 0.8 million / five years (Brown County Dept. of Health) Tax Levy did not get …
Read More »Fifty years ago humans took the first full photo of Earth from space – climate crisis means it’s time for another
[ad_1] âEveryone in the world has to do it. Everyone in the world needs to see this. These were the first words of William Shatner, 90, as he exited, shaking with emotion, from a brief trip to space – where the former Star Trek actor had spent barely four minutes …
Read More »Babbacombe Lodge in Bournemouth could be demolished
[ad_1] A hotel in BOURNEMOUTH could be demolished and replaced by 24 apartments and 6 vacation rentals. Harlequin Homes applied to the BCP Council for permission to demolish the Babbacombe Lodge at West Hill Road, a building that was first constructed at the end of the 19th century. A design …
Read More »COP26: Jurassic Coast cliffs collapse into sea as coastal homes are claimed by erosion and flooding
[ad_1] Play video Video report by Richard Slee of ITV News Meridian The rise in Earth’s temperature has led to extreme weather conditions in the South East, from cliff falls in Dover to flooding in Oxfordshire and record summer temperatures. Nowhere offers a more obvious example of climate change in …
Read More »Construction underway for Bournemouth Christmas Market
[ad_1] CONSTRUCTION is now underway for this year’s Christmas Market and Christmas Tree Wonderland. With less than three weeks to go, the Bournemouth Christmas Market runs from Friday 19 November to Sunday 2 January. To make up for lost time, after being unable to open last year due to the …
Read More »Japanese Prime Minister Kishida, strengthened by electoral victory, presents big political plans
[ad_1] By Ju-min Park, Antoni Slodkowski and Kiyoshi Takenaka TOKYO (Reuters) – Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, reinvigorated by a surprisingly strong election victory, announced on Monday that he would pursue defense policies aimed at deterring China, tackling climate change and accelerating recovery from the pandemic. Kishida’s conservative Liberal Democrats …
Read More »DIG SOUTH announces a partnership with CofC
[ad_1] DIG SOUTH Technology Summit, the first and most important event in the South connecting major global brands with the most scalable startups in the South, announced on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, a partnership with the College of Charleston to host the 10th anniversary of the Summit, from 11 to …
Read More »Former Cougar named new manager for St. Louis Cardinals
[ad_1] Former College of Charleston baseball player Oliver ‘Oli’ Marmol has been named the 51st coach of the St. Louis Cardinals after serving as the team’s bench coach for the past two seasons, club officials said at a press conference on Monday, October 25, 2021. With his rise, Marmol became …
Read More »Blue Origin by Jeff Bezos unveils plans for Orbital Reef, a “business park” in space
[ad_1] Blue Origin Blue Origin will work with Sierra Space and Boeing to deploy a commercial space station. The station, “Orbital Reef”, reflects Jeff Bezos’ vision to perform high carbon work in space. The station will be leased for works, research and tourism. Blue Origin announcement plans to build its …
Read More »Nighttime fireworks display in Dorset and the New Forest
[ad_1] IT’S almost the night of a bonfire and it only takes one thing: grab your rubber boots and woolen hat and head to your favorite fireworks display. There will be a slew of displays lighting up the sky to mark bonfire night over the next few weeks. Here are …
Read More »Plans submitted for plans for Southbourne Bistro on the Beach
[ad_1] AMBITIOUS plans have now been submitted for a new £ 7million Bistro on the Beach project in Southbourne. The BCP council has applied for a building permit for a new restaurant, kiosk and public facilities as well as 17 âpremiumâ night lodges. A design and access statement submitted as …
Read More »WEIS Radio | Local and regional news, sports and weather “2021/2022” Youth Leadership Cherokee “class learns about local tourism
[ad_1] The latest Cherokee Leadership class officially kicked off their year with a special Discovery Day (where they met local musician / speaker Chad Steed) at the Chamber of Commerce office on the Gadsden State Cherokee campus. Juniors from each of the five public high schools located in the county …
Read More »Futura Form joins forces with Gardaland
[ad_1] Gardaland Gardaland2 DILOVASI, KOCAELI, TURKEY, October 18, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ – Member of the Polin Group, Futura shape signed a contract with Gardaland, a Merlin company. A new project officially joined Polin Group’s Futura Form with Merlin’s Gardaland after company executives signed an agreement to work together. Futura Form General …
Read More »MAPPED: every crime reported in the BCP in August
[ad_1] REPORTS of crime in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole fell in August despite a busy tourist month. According to the latest figures from police.uk, a total of 3,825 crimes were reported in the metropolitan area in August, up from 4,097 in July. August had the lowest number of reported crimes …
Read More »Solar pavilion unveiling highlights slave indigenous peoples
[ad_1] The unveiling of a new solar shading pavilion at the College of Charleston on Friday, October 15, 2021, served as a platform to honor the indigenous and slave peoples who worked and lived on and near the site through history. The event, titled ‘Uncovering History / Making History’, recognized …
Read More »Nominees announced at Revelstoke Business Excellence Awards – Revelstoke Review
[ad_1] The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for its upcoming Business Excellence Awards. The finalists will be announced on October 27. The winners will be announced on November 6. Entrepreneurial excellence: Tove Besseling by Begbie Kids Stacy Batchelor, Allie Bruni and Kristin Olsen from Fable Book Parlor …
Read More »Week of October 11, 2021
[ad_1] College of Charleston “In the News” is a weekly summary of news articles featuring faculty, staff, students or alumni of the College. Recent media coverage of the College includes: Harmful algae discovered at Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument The Hawaii Tribune Herald reports that researchers from the College of Charleston …
Read More »Opinion of the Chairman of Murray Shire Cr. David Boulon | Mandurah Courier
[ad_1] Cr. David Bolt, Murray County President. Photo: Supplied. The increase in intrastate visitors to small regional cities caused by interstate and international border controls has seen many of these cities scramble to try and meet the growing demand for visitor services. Murray’s towns have resisted this trend well, as …
Read More »Denial of major Poole development | Real estate news from the South West
[ad_1] Plans for a major mixed-use development in Poole – comprising a hotel and hundreds of apartments – were turned down despite being recommended for approval. MHA Burleigh Poole is behind the request, which relates to the existing Thistle Hotel site and adjacent land on the town’s historic wharf. Aligné …
Read More »Reflection on the general elections |
[ad_1] Sarah Maltby and her father David Cretney Print and digital download photos available Well, the excitement of the Isle of Man 2021 General Election has now translated into 24 MHK taking their seats and getting down to hard work over the next five years. Many issues were highlighted during …
Read More »Name the 2022 College Readings! Delivered
[ad_1] The campus community is invited to name book titles like the College Reads book for 2022. The College reads! is the College of Charleston’s campus-wide after-school common reading program designed to connect students, faculty and staff around a single book to promote the idea that liberal educated people read …
Read More »Week of October 4, 2021
[ad_1] College of Charleston “In the News” is a weekly summary of news articles featuring faculty, staff, students or alumni of the College. Recent media coverage of the College includes: Jill Biden wears bracelet made by designer from South Carolina The Associated Press reports that a former CofC Natalie Holst …
Read More »Let’s put the Fritz on! – News from downtown San Diego
[ad_1] During San Diego’s booming days of the 1880s, many people came to our beautiful city. The unbeatable weather and unlimited tourism have provided plenty of opportunities for enterprising businessmen to pursue their fortunes. Therefore, the influx of entrepreneurs has put a premium on real estate. Places were needed to …
Read More »CoC honors maintenance staff for National Maintenance Employee Appreciation Day
[ad_1] Charleston College President Andrew T. Hsu shared the following message with the campus community regarding the National On-call Worker Appreciation Day, which takes place on October 2, 2021, to honor the vital role of on-call staff of the College: Dear campus community: If the whole college is a stage …
Read More »Your morning Covid briefing as research finds it safe to have flu and covid vaccines at the same time
[ad_1] Here are the morning’s coronavirus headlines for Friday, October 1, as new research has revealed that it’s safe for people to get their coronavirus and flu shots at the same time. A clinical trial found that the reported side effects were mostly mild to moderate, and that there was …
Read More »Devon’s family attraction, Stuart Line Cruises, rises to new heights after tragic year
[ad_1] One of Devon’s best-known tourist attractions has emerged from a global pandemic and family tragedy to win a prestigious travel industry award. Stuart Line Cruises was named the UK’s best passenger boat company at a recent national awards ceremony in Birmingham. The victory came after the family business, which …
Read More »Haulier gives colorful heavyweight makeover to attract more visitors to Stoke-on-Trent
[ad_1] A transport company in Stoke-on-Trent has given a makeover to two of its trucks, in an effort to attract more visitors to the city. Hanley-based Danny W Poole and Sons has paid for a new livery on two of his trucks showcasing some of the Potteries’ most popular tourist …
Read More »Eye-catching trucks promoting all things Stoke-on-Trent hit the road to lure tourists here
[ad_1] Truckers promote Stoke-on-Trent’s cultural and heritage sites to potential tourists as they travel through Europe. Hanley-based transporter Danny W Poole and Sons is now advertising a Visit Stoke campaign on two of its articulated trucks. The eye-catching livery was funded by the company, which wanted to help reach a …
Read More »Historic Hampshire Estate which was used for evacuees during World War II is on the market for the first time in 70 years
[ad_1] The Wilverley Estate is approximately 234 acres in total and contains three lots. Wilverley Estate is on the market for the first time in almost three quarters of a century – but will cost you £ 8.65million. The estate also has ties to royalty and lies between Southampton and …
Read More »Birchfield wins double in Midlands relay – weekly review
[ad_1] Sutton Park and Milton Keynes host major national roadhouse events as young athletic talent compete at SIAB schools in Derby. It was a busy weekend with lots of action mainly on the roads, but also on the track and in the countryside. For Great Manchester Run news, CLICK HERE …
Read More »“We don’t need to have an international vacation”
[ad_1] The greatest credit to Boris Johnson for a very strong speech on the climate at the United Nations speaking of the need for humanity to grow and take responsibility for our planet. Our adolescent immaturity not making the hard decisions to reign in the wanton destruction of the climate. …
Read More »Here East and LLDC’s Good Growth Hub launch Industry Insights program to help young people start a career in the gaming industry
[ad_1] Continuing education news The FE News Channel gives you the latest education news and updates on emerging education strategies and # The future of education and the #AvenirduTravail. Providing reliable and positive continuing education news and perspectives since 2003, we are a digital news channel with a mix of …
Read More »Burnham-On-Sea among five UK’s most ‘coach-friendly’ destinations
[ad_1] Burnham-On-Sea was named this week as one of the UK’s top five ‘most coach-friendly’ travel destinations at a national awards ceremony. The city was a finalist for the award at the British Coach Tourism Awards 2020/21, which took place on Wednesday evening (September 22) in Birmingham. Burnham-On-Sea was a …
Read More »Take a car-free trip through Europe to ease your environmental awareness and improve your mood
[ad_1] There is something very satisfying about reaching a destination on your own. Getting from point A to point B just through fitness and excitement can often be as rewarding as spending time where you want to reach. According to RAC estimates, 25% of the UK population does not have …
Read More »British crowds on beaches suggest COVID doesn’t catch the sand so well
[ad_1] But is a crowded beach a COVID-19 super-spreader hotspot? “No, SARS-CoV-2 does not spread well outdoors, especially where it is sunny and windy,” said Professor Mark Woolhouse, government science adviser and epidemiologist at the University. of Edinburgh.. “There has never been an epidemic linked to the presence of people …
Read More »The BCP Council consultation on the waterfront hits the streets
[ad_1] The BCP board said it had been “inundated” with suggestions for its draft waterfront strategy. As part of their public consultation, council staff visited Mudeford Quay in Christchurch and Poole Quay on consecutive days on Tuesday September 14th and Wednesday September 15th. People are encouraged to suggest ways to …
Read More »REVIEW: Bournemouth Air Festival – Airshow dates, news and reviews for UK & Europe
[ad_1] Bournemouth Aerial Festival The return of the Bournemouth Air Festival was another important moment for the UK air show community. It was the first major seaside airshow to return to full form, attracting 800,000 spectators over four days. As such, it has enjoyed superb support from the British Armed …
Read More »Fort Worth Zoo to release Texas horned lizards into the wild
[ad_1] Since Fort Worth Zoo started raising Texas horned lizards – also known as the horned frogs – in 2001, the team of ectotherms, or cold-blooded animals, tried to fight against the decline in the number of the species. On Thursday morning, Fort Worth Zoo ectotherm curator Diane Barber and …
Read More »West Monroe Goes Forward on Indoor Sports Complex | Local / state titles
[ad_1] Using a contractor screening process without public tender advertising, West Monroe last week selected Lincoln Builders of Ruston to build an indoor sports complex costing more than $ 18 million, officials said. city. West Monroe Mayor Staci Mitchell and local architect Tim Brandon, who is responsible for the design …
Read More »Why big city airports are prime candidates for “asset recycling”
[ad_1] Transportation expert Bob Poole recently posted a report showing big cities how they could unlock billions of dollars in capital spending. Poole, which has a long history of providing innovative approaches for highways and airports, has evaluated 31 major US airports. Its findings revealed that those 31 alone could …
Read More »Banff is normally crazy about people. Now is the time to go.
[ad_1] A a few miles north of the Trans-Canada Highway, near the tiny hamlet of Field, British Columbia, is a blue-green lake aptly dubbed emerald, and a lodge that borrows the name. The cottage occupies such a small portion of land in Yoho National Park that there is no space …
Read More »City of Banff Investigates Immunization Passport for Municipal Facilities and Discretionary Services
[ad_1] “We are getting to the point where the freedoms of the many are being compromised by the few,” said Coun. Peter Poole said, referring to those who are reluctant to get vaccinated or refuse to be vaccinated. BANFF – The Town of Banff is investigating a COVID-19 vaccine passport …
Read More »Brittany Ferries and CMA CGM enter into partnership to combine passenger and freight transport
[ad_1] Brittany Ferries and the CMA CGM Group, world leader in maritime transport and logistics, have announced that CMA CGM has committed to invest 25 million euros in the largest shipping company operating under the French flag, including 10 million euros. euros in quasi-equity. Through this agreement, CMA CGM wishes …
Read More »Train journeys between Southampton and Bournemouth will be disrupted in November as improvements are made
[ad_1] Network Rail has announced that track and signal upgrades will take place between Southampton and Bournemouth in November. The railway will be closed from Monday November 1 to Friday November 5 so that improvements can be made that will provide better routes, more reliable services and resistance to extreme …
Read More »Ted Lasso’s hangout near London sees US fans ease the pain of tourism – Article
[ad_1] (Bloomberg) – Dan Creek keeps hearing the same question from new customers with odd overtones passing by The Prince’s Head in southwest London: is this the Ted Lasso pub? Yes, this is where Jason Sudeikis’ character drowns his football and family sorrows, and Creek welcomes curiosity. He is the …
Read More »US cities could turn billions invested in airports into cash for other projects for the first time
[ad_1] City of Los Angeles could get up to $ 17.9 billion in long-term lease from Los Angeles … [+] international airport (view here) to an airport management company. That’s according to a new study from The Reason Foundation. After paying off the airport’s bond debt, the city could withdraw …
Read More »Condor reschedules high-speed departures due to staff shortage
[ad_1] Condor has been forced to reschedule some of its ferries due to crew shortages and staff recruitment issues. High-speed navigation will be affected until September 13. Customers have been advised that “tee times have been changed to avoid cancellation of services.” The company says the decision is based on …
Read More »Otley nominated for the best tourism award
[ad_1] OTLEY is launching a campaign to attract visitors for this year while waiting to see if it has won a prestigious national tourism award. The city is a finalist in the Best Coach Friendly Destination category at the British Coach Tourism Awards on 22 September. Designed to coincide with …
Read More »Train travelers urged to plan ahead as Network Rail closes New Forest and Christchurch lines for five days for ‘critical’ maintenance
[ad_1] An OCCUPIED stretch of railroad through the New Forest will close for five days in November as engineers perform major maintenance. Network Rail said that closing the line between Southampton and Bournemouth from Monday 1 to Friday 5 November would allow it to make a series of long-term improvements …
Read More »Tourism association “caught off guard” by US travel advisory for Canada – Terrace Standard
[ad_1] Canada’s tourism and hotel associations say they have been caught off guard and disappointed by the US government’s decision to step up its travel advisory for Canada. The US State Department on Monday urged Americans to “reconsider” travel to Canada by setting the travel advisory at level 3, after …
Read More »Poole Fireworks Final TONIGHT at the Quay
[ad_1] The sixth and final Poole fireworks show of the summer will see the night sky ablaze with color during the free event. The fireworks are part of the CityFibre Spectacular, the entertainment starts at 7 p.m. and continues until 10 p.m., with the fireworks providing a dramatic end to …
Read More »UM retains Tourism Australia global media account
[ad_1] Tourism Australia has renamed UM to manage its global advertising space buying services in 15 key markets, including Australia. The appointment is for a five-year period from September 2021, structured as an initial three-year contract period with options for two further one-year extensions. UM was first appointed to manage …
Read More »UPDATE: Liberal Carman Kerr elected in Annapolis
[ad_1] THE STORY CONTINUES WITH THESE SALTWIRE VIDEOS MIDDLETON, NS – Carman Kerr was also close in his previous job to being a non-elected MLA.Now he has taken the next step.The Liberal candidate was elected on August 17 in Annapolis, defeating Progressive Conservative candidate Jennifer Ehrenfeld-Poole by 1,478 votes.Kerr worked …
Read More »The Herd: New hires, promotions & departures for 24.24.21
[ad_1] Email submissions to [email protected] departures Ryann lofchie, program director for the Capital Region VA SBDC, leaves August 20. Kiva duff, formerly of BizWorks, will become Program Director effective August 23 Immovable Kate R. Hosko is Vice President of the Commercial Office Brokerage Group with Cushman and Wakefield | Thalhimer. …
Read More »Vancouver Olympic cauldron re-lit to honor start of Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
[ad_1] The Vancouver Olympic cauldron will be relighted to mark the start of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. Symbolic lighting will take place on Tuesday and the Cauldron will be lit from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. A special ceremony will be held to honor the start of the Tokyo …
Read More »Castlewellan’s Hillyard House appoints Will Brown as chef
[ad_1] One of Northern Ireland’s most renowned chefs has been appointed to run the restaurant of a charming new guest house in Castlewellan. Will Brown, who worked under Marco Pierre White and Gordon Ramsey in London and as a chef at The Old Schoolhouse family-run restaurant in Comber, previously held …
Read More »Fake Australian tourism ad mocks border closures, life in lockdown
[ad_1] The COVID pandemic has been tough on all industries, but none more so than Australian tourism. Closed borders, mandatory hotel quarantines, and inflated flight prices have made entry into the country nearly impossible – unless, of course, you’re a top celebrity. And while the harshness of these measures helped …
Read More »Lack of transatlantic: answer to questions from the BCP Council’s tourism manager
[ad_1] A head of CIVIC for tourism and recreation tried to explain the decision not to rent deckchairs or sun loungers at Bournemouth and Poole beaches this summer. As first reported in the Daily Echo, beachfront rental furniture will remain absent during this peak season. Former PCO Council chief and …
Read More »Christchurch Food Festival returns after forced cancellation of Covid last year
[ad_1] CHRISTCHURCH Food Festival will return for the August bank holiday weekend with hopes of being better than ever after the pandemic forced its cancellation last year. The event normally takes place in May and has been postponed due to the coronavirus – but organizers have said not moving forward …
Read More »Will Brown of Great British Menu appointed chef at new Co Down restaurant
[ad_1] Will Brown, Chef, Hillyard House; Seamus Devlin, Owner, Hillyard House; John McGrillen, Managing Director, Tourism NI and Marty O’Higgins, Owner, Hillyard House Michelin-starred and multi-award-winning chef Will Brown has been appointed Chef de Cuisine at Co Down’s newest luxury accommodation facility. Celebrated culinary pro Will Brown will run the …
Read More »‘This is our best shot for travel’: Tourism Australia launches vaccination campaign
[ad_1] Tourism Australia has unveiled a new campaign to encourage Australians to support the travel industry by getting vaccinated against COVID-19 and being ready to go as soon as restrictions ease. The campaign, titled ‘This is our best shot at traveling’, was launched late last week with a toolbox which …
Read More »Spears Business Faculty, staff honored for their teaching, research and exceptional service
[ad_1] Tuesday August 17, 2021 Media Contact: Terry Tush | Director, Marketing and Communications | 405-744-2703 | [email protected] Several faculty and staff at Oklahoma State University’s Spears School of Business have been recognized by Dean Ken Eastman for their outstanding teaching, research and service during the 2020-21 academic year at …
Read More »Travel: turquoise waters, golden beaches and lazy life in Antigua
[ad_1] Johnny Green tastes paradise through turquoise Caribbean waters, golden beaches and lazy life âAntigua is beautiful. Antigua is too beautiful, âwrote novelist Jamaica Kincaid in her 1988 essay, A Small Place. And it does, as my already very high expectations are quickly exceeded by the stunning natural beauty that …
Read More »Christine Poole’s Top Picks: August 12, 2021
[ad_1] Christine Poole, CEO and Managing Director of GlobeInvest Capital Management FOCUS: North American large-cap stocks MARKET OUTLOOK: The health concerns surrounding the Delta variant of the coronavirus are offset by higher-than-expected corporate profits and positive earnings revisions. While the increase in the number of cases is worrying, there is …
Read More »Documentary ‘Blennerhassetts’ Set to Debut | News, Sports, Jobs
[ad_1] Photo provided Ray Swick, historian emeritus at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, prepares for an interview at the Oakland Mansion in Parkersburg during the production of the documentary “The Blennerhassetts”. PARKERSBURG – Blennerhassett Island is part of the fabric of the Mid-Ohio Valley, but residents of West Virginia and …
Read More »Treasured Island: ‘Blennerhassetts’ documentary debuting at end of August | News, Sports, Jobs
[ad_1] The title card for âThe Blennerhassettsâ features the rebuilt mansion on Blennerhassett Island. The production will debut on West Virginia Public Broadcasting on Monday, Aug. 30, with a local premiere two days earlier at the Smoot Theater. (Photo Provided) Vienna resident Wesley Poole, the principal videographer and editor for …
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