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Carpetright has been bought in a rescue deal by rival Tapi, but will shut more than 200 stores and cut more than 1,000 jobs.It was announced on Monday the flooring retailer Tapi had agreed to buy 54 Carpetright stores, two warehouses, the brand and its intellectual property in a pre-pack administration deal.However, the deal will not save the majority of the business, including its head office in Purfleet, Essex.Here is a full list of the 213 stores expected to close over the coming days, as provided by PwC.Note: Stores written with ‘FV’ initials are based inside Furniture Village stores– Aberdeen–...

Carpetright: Full list of store closures following administration

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Beccy Barr who became a firefighter after leaving the BBC is described as an "inspiration to many".

'Inspirational' former BBC TV presenter dies

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

A British Army officer who was stabbed near barracks in Kent is in hospital in a serious but stable condition, said police. The uniformed soldier, in his 40s, was attacked near his home on Tuesday in Gillingham. A 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder shortly afterwards. The...

Knives seized after attack on Army officer in Kent

The relationship between mothers and daughters can often be difficult, but not tonight with this truly remarkable mother-daughter singing duo of Laura and Linda Benanti. Here at the famed 54 Below, these two phenomenal singers led their enchanted audience on a delightfully insightful and at times humorous journey during their new show, Laura and Linda Benanti: Mothers Know Best, which opened on July 21, 2024. (There are two more performances this week tonight and tomorrow; both are sold out, but you can find information about joining the waitlist on 54 Below’s website.)

Review: Laura and Linda Benanti Take A Glorious Trip Down Memory Lane at 54 Below

The Standard

A man has been charged with rape after a woman was dragged into a garden and attacked in north London. The victim, aged in her 20s, was walking along Manor Park Gardens, Edgware, when she was ambushed at just before 10.30pm on June 27.Kyle Kinsella, 26, of Arlington Drive, Warrington, was charged with rape and intentional strangulation. He is appearing at Willesden Magistrates’ Court to face the charges on Monday. A police statement said: “At 22:25hrs on Thursday, 27 June, a member of the public reported that a woman had been found partially clothed in Manor Park Gardens, Edgware. “The...

Man charged with rape after woman in her 20s ambushed and dragged into garden in Edgware

The mayor of Mablethorpe has said a Which? survey on seaside towns that ranked the town second from bottom was “a slap in the face" for the resort. The consumer magazine surveyed more than 4,700 people about their experiences, asking for their views on a range of criteria. Bamburgh...

Seaside survey is slap in the face for town - mayor

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Athens, GA

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A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

Two men who tried to flee during a death by dangerous driving trial have been caught by police.

Men arrested at airport after trying to flee trial

A body has been found after a 14-year-old boy went missing while swimming with friends in the River Mersey a week ago.Daniel Halliday disappeared on Sunday 30 June while jumping waves with his brother, his family said after the incident.He is thought to have been swept away in a strong current in the River Mersey, near Crosby Beach, despite his older brother trying to save him.Emergency services were first called to the waterside at Waterloo, in Merseyside, at around 7pm to reports of the teenager going missing. They searched into the next day but called off the operation on Monday morning.Police...

Body found after boy, 14, vanished while playing with brother in River Mersey a week ago

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
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Police Log, 7/10/2024

Ohio State

Akron, OH

Big news out of Ohio: Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is making a major shift by relocating 175 jobs from its Akron headquarters to a new facility in Costa Rica. This move, part of their "Goodyear Forward" transformation plan, will take effect in early 2025.

A major Ohio company is moving its jobs overseas

Three men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a man was found in the River Tone in Taunton. Avon and Somerset Police said officers were called to French Weir Park at around 08:30 BST on Wednesday. The man, who officers believe lived locally, was declared...

Murder investigation launched after body found

A “chaotic” approach to immigration and the visa system has harmed the Edinburgh Fringe, an MP has suggested.Liberal Democrat equalities spokesperson Christine Jardine labelled the annual entertainment festival “vital” for the Scottish capital’s economy as she told the Commons arts and culture had “suffered” as a result of immigration rules.The Edinburgh Festival Fringe runs from Friday August 2 until August 26, with thousands of performers and fans from around the world expected to create and watch comedy, theatre, dance and circus events, among the many acts promoted.Edinburgh West MP Ms Jardine told MPs: “I live in and represent part of...

Arts events like Edinburgh Fringe suffer from ‘chaotic’ visa system – MP

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – An Essex County man has been charged with numerous offenses related to narcotics distribution and firearms trafficking. Kyrell Domnie, 39, of Irvington, known by the alias "Fly Ky," was charged by complaint and appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Cathy L. Waldor in Newark federal court on July 17, 2024. He remains detained following the hearing.

Convicted Felon Faces Multiple Narcotics and Firearms Charges

Madison, NJ

Drew University has announced its 2024-2025 Drew Forum series at Mayo Performing Arts Center with three events being held in collaboration with MPAC. From past and future presidents and vice presidents, to comedians, journalists, and Pulitzer Prize-winning historians, each year the Drew Forum cedes the stage to unique perspectives, thought leaders, and changemakers.

Bob Costas, Al Franken And More Headline The 2024-2025 Drew Forum Lecture Series At Mayo Performing Arts Center

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Milton Jones Adds Extra Dates to HA!MILTON Live Tour

Fan favourite comedian Milton Jones has announced extra dates to his HA!MILTON live tour. The show kicks off in London on 3rd September and is now...

Milton Jones Adds Extra Dates to HA!MILTON Live Tour

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