Home

Greyhound Racing's growing popularity

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

Greyhound racing, much like horse racing, is a sport that can be enjoyed by many. It might not have quite the esteem of its equine counterpart, but greyhound racing is a great way of socialising with friends, family, and work colleagues, and is becoming ever more popular among young sports fans.The UK and Ireland have always had an affinity with the sport, but the thrill of a night at the track, and viewing races from across the globe, has spread its wings across the whole of Europe in recent years.Why Is Greyhound Racing So Popular?With a mixture of the love of sport and the love of dogs throughout the world, greyhound racing combines the two to provide a reason to get involved for more than one reason.Of course, another large part of the popularity is that betting on greyhound racing has joined football and horse racing as a major reason why younger fans now follow the sport. It is particularly popular amongst sports betting fans in the UK and Ireland.Greyhound racing also gives f...

McDonald's fans can get this popular menu item at Wendy's

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

It has been seven years since McDonald’s removed snack wraps from menus nationwide and while die-hard fans are still waiting for the fast food company to announce its return, they will soon be able to get a version of the snack wrap from Wendy’s.Starting March 28, the Grilled Chicken Ranch Wrap will be available at various Wendy’s locations. Wendy’s announces corporate revamp, possible job cuts "It's no secret that at Wendy's, we know Ranch," John Li, vice president of Culinary Innovation for The Wendy's Company,” said in a statement."There are many who've tried to master the grilled chicken wrap, but we're not snacking around with our offering. From our classic creamy Ranch sauce to the warm wrap folded perfectly for people on the move, our team built a wrap that's worthy of the entrée menu."The introduction of the new menu item is part of Wendy’s new spring-inspired menu lineup.The Blueberry Pomegranate Lemonade and the Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad will also debut on March 28.Spr...

Suspected bank robber arrested while running away from scene in Loma Linda

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

A man who had allegedly robbed a bank in Loma Linda was apprehended while running away Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.The incident occurred around 3:50 p.m. at a Citi Bank located at 25487 Barton Rd., according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.The man, later identified as Scott Malosh, entered the bank, claimed to have a gun and demanded money from employees.He ran from the location with money stolen from the bank, officials said.Deputies arrived on the scene and were able to apprehend Malosh as he ran.Malosh, who was described as being homeless, was booked on suspicion of robbery and remains in custody on $60,000 bail, officials said.

Woman Killed in Hit-and-Run on Aldama Street [Los Angeles, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Pedestrian in Highland ParkLOS ANGELES, CA (March 23, 2023) – Friday morning, a hit-and-run crash on Aldama Street claimed the life of a woman.The incident happened at around 8:30 p.m. at the 5600 block of Aldama Street in the Highland Park neighborhood.Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman in her 60s lying on the street in front of her home, suffering from serious injuries. She succumbed to her wounds shortly after.Subsequently, police closed the street in the residential neighborhood as crews set up a canopy was set up where the victim was killed. Her identity remains undisclosed to the public.According to the investigators, a speeding black Chevy Tahoe hit the victim and fled the scene without rendering aid to her.At this time, the LAPD looking for witnesses and possible surveillance footage that captured the incident.Those with further information about the Aladam Street hit-and-run can contact the Los Angeles Police Department at 877-275-5273....

Male Bicyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run on Stockton Boulevard [Sacramento, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

Hit-and-Run Between Parker Avenue and 20th Avenue Left Cyclist DeadSACRAMENTO, CA (March 23, 2023) – Saturday evening, a hit-and-run bicycle crash on Stockton Boulevard claimed the life of a cyclist.The incident happened at around 7:02 p.m. between Parker Avenue and 20th Avenue.According to reports, a man was riding his bicycle along the road when he was struck by a vehicle. The collision left him with serious injuries. Meanwhile, the driver of the involved vehicle fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim.Responding officers located the male bicyclist at the scene shortly after. They performed life-saving measures. However, due to the extent of his injuries, officials pronounced the victim dead at the scene.At this time, the Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are working to determine the circumstances that led up to the incident.Crime Stoppers is offering a $1,000 reward to anyone with information leading the the arrest of the suspect.Those with additional...

Mellencamp Brings Golden Age to Life in Hollywood

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

Mellencamp Brings Golden Age to Life in Hollywood: Going to a rock & roll concert at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood was a new one on us. The venue is normally associated with theatrical performances — musicals, plays and comedy. As it happens, it was the perfect room to watch this latest John Mellencamp show.The theme appeared to be the Golden Age of moviemaking in Hollywood (appropriately enough), and how that relates to telling the stories of outsiders (of which he considers himself one). The stage was dressed like a movie set, with statues of (we think) Marlon Brando and other assorted stars of that era dotted around. It really was beautiful.In addition, rather than an opening act we were treated to a 30-minute video, narrated by Mellencamp, with clips from classics such as The Misfits, The Grapes of Wrath, and A Streetcar Named Desire. Mellencamp takes us through what he loves about them, how he relates to them, what makes them so very special to him, and how they infl...

Mary Nunez-Ramirez Killed in Two-Car Crash on Grande Avenue [Tucson, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

94-Year-Old Female Passenger Dies in Two-Car AccidentTUCSON, AZ (March 23, 2023) – Sunday night Mary Nunez-Ramirez died after being involved in a two-vehicle accident.The incident happened on March 3rd, at about 6:45 p.m., near the intersection of North Grande Avenue and West St. Mary’s Road.According to reports, a blue 2007 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling eastbound on St. Mary’s Road when it attempted to make a turn on North Grande Avenue. There, the Chevrolet collided with a black 2013 Hyundai Sonata traveling westbound on St. Mary’s Road.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the collision shortly after. Medics then transported Nunez-Ramirez and the driver of the Hyundai to a local hospital for treatment of their injuries.It was reported later, on March 5th, officials pronounced 94-year-old Mary Nunez-Ramirez dead at the hospital, due to the extent of her injuries. The condition of the Hyundai driver is currently unclear.No words can mend the broken hear...

Berkeley: Peek inside World Pizza Champion Laura Meyer’s first restaurant, opening today

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

One of the most exciting and highly-anticipated restaurants to hit downtown Berkeley in ages is opening for dinner tonight. Pizzeria da Laura, the debut restaurant from celebrated World Champion pizzaiola Laura Meyer, opens at 5 p.m. with four styles of pizza plus house-made pastas, super-fresh salads and low ABV cocktails.Yup, it’s a pizza place. And, no, it’s not fancy. But by now we know that pandemic-proof artisanal pizzerias — those with variety, high-quality qualities and a geeky devotion to dough fermentation — could probably outlive an apocalypse in the Bay Area. And this one is particularly special.Guests mingle while sampling food and beverages during an opening party at Pizzeria da Laura in downtown Berkeley, Calif., on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group) Tucked into the art deco building formerly housing Passione Emporio on Shattuck Square, the two-story pizzeria is the long-awaited debut from one of Northern Californi...

Sharks’ top prospect injured in AHL game in Colorado

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

William Eklund, the Sharks’ top forward prospect, is considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury he sustained in the San Jose Barracuda’s game with the Colorado Eagles on Wednesday.Eklund was injured in the second period when he fell to the ice in an awkward fashion following a puck battle with Colorado’s Nate Clurman. Eklund then slowly skated to the Barracuda’s bench, holding his arm, and did not return to the game.Sharks coach David Quinn said the organization will probably know more about Eklund’s injury after the Barracuda return to San Jose today.The Barracuda lost to Colorado 3-2 as the Eagles completed the two-game series sweep.Eklund, 20, had three points in eight games for the Sharks this month but was officially returned to the AHL on Sunday. He played in the Barracuda’s game against Colorado on Tuesday, an 8-0 San Jose loss.William Eklund hurt here pic.twitter.com/kp80aagTVZ— JD Young (@MyFryHole) March 23, 2023The Barracuda (26-31-1-4) are trying to secure a s...

Battered California faces billions in storm damage to crops, homes and roads

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:42:05 GMT

By David R Baker, Kim Chipman, Mark Chediak and Brian K Sullivan | BloombergThe costs of California’s relentless winter storms keep rising. And outside of the human toll — with at least 28 people killed since January — the price will be measured in billions. The “bomb cyclone” that lashed San Francisco Bay Area on Tuesday was the latest in an epic series of extreme weather events to hit California since New Year’s Eve. It blew out windows from skyscrapers, flung barges into a historic bridge, sent trees tumbling across roads, knocked down power lines, and threatened a major freeway as the waterlogged hillside beneath it started to collapse. Just to the south, in the Santa Cruz area, the river that flooded the town of Pajaro a week ago rose again, while nearby strawberry fields that were already submerged received a fresh round of rain.  And on Wednesday, the National Weather Service confirmed that a rare tornado hit an industrial area of Montebello, east of downtown Los Angeles, inj...