A trip to London may conjure two different and somewhat competing vacation fantasies: the first, a more royal-inspired vision, with fancy tea parties, shopping at Selfridges, and photos outside Kensington Palace, and the second somewhat grungier, filled with smokey Camden bars and vinyl shopping in Soho. Why not do both? For ELLE Escapes, we compiled … [Read more…]
— Erick Kane, Ottawa — Jake Perino, Deer Grove — Nik Jakobs, Sterling — Jeffery Landers, Mendota — Jarod Stock, Beardstown — Justin Rahn, Mount Carroll — Kate Huffman, Galva — Kayla Gallagher, Mansfield — Rosalie Trump, Clare — Seth Lambert, Maroa — Thomas Titus, Elkhart — Thomas Weger, Flat Rock — Bill McDonnell, Ottawa … [Read more…]
A new exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery explores the life and legacy of Frederick Douglass through both memorabilia from his life and several photographs of the man himself. In addition to being a leading abolitionist and civil rights activist, the museum notes that Douglass was “the most photographed American of the 19th century, a … [Read more…]
MISSOULA – It’s been five years to the day since Jermain Charlo was last seen alive. A lot has changed in those five years, but one thing has stayed the same — her family’s desire for justice and the lead detective’s search for the truth. We not only spoke to Jermain’s aunt about who her … [Read more…]
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Cole Irvin takes on an exclusively right-handed Cubs lineup in the afternoon opener of a three-game weekend set. By Paul Folkemer on June 16, 2023 1:50 pm Think fast! The Orioles are opening their three-game series against the Cubs with an afternoon game on a Friday, a rarity for the O’s if not for Wrigley … [Read more…]
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Val Bird says her late husband Rosney was let down by health services in his final months of life. Photo / Alex Cairns Letter of the Week: Anne Martin, Helensville I am prompted to write after reading the harrowing story of Val Bird’s elderly husband, Rosney’s end-of-life care. (Weekend Herald, June 10). We have a … [Read more…]
The circuit has provided some of the sport’s most memorable moments. The Canadian Grand Prix has a rich history in Formula 1, dating back to its inaugural race in 1967. Over the years, the event has witnessed numerous iconic moments that have left a lasting impact on the sport and its fans. Here are five … [Read more…]
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The Cubs open a three-game series against a tough team from the A.L. East. By Al Yellon on June 16, 2023 11:30 am Friday notes… All of today’s notes are courtesy BCB’s JohnW53. A FRANCHISE MILESTONE: Today’s game will be the Cubs’ 22,000th regular-season contest in the National League. That is the most games played … [Read more…]
CENTRAL Arcadia: June 10. Elevation is 1 ft. above normal and stable, water temperature 76°F and stained. (USACE Lake Level) Blue and channel catfish fair on chicken liver, cut bait, dough bait, and punch bait around channels, creek channels, points, and riprap. Crappie fair on jigs, minnows, and PowerBait around brush structure, docks, and points. Report submitted by Dalton Buley, game … [Read more…]
President Joe Biden has announced a major change when it comes to the transparency of fees when buying tickets. CNN reports that on June 15 Biden, Live Nation and Ticketmaster have pledged to US concert attendees the ability to see the full price of tickets upfront. The new effort is an attempt to cut down … [Read more…]