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Hamilton Spectator
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Hamilton Spectator
Brown Heads up Provincial Elks Association
Shaunavon resident Gordon Brown was installed as the new President of the Saskatchewan Elks Association during a ceremony on June 14 in Shaunavon, as part of the Association's 96th Annual Conference. The installation, which took place Saturday afternoon, wrapped up several days of meetings, discussions and socializing during the group's annual conference. This was the second time the event was held in Shaunavon. It was first held here in 2022 when Shaunavon's Kyle Stevenson began his term as President. Brown is the third provincial President from the local Lodge, joining Stevenson and long-time member Andy Cox who previously served a term. 'It was a fantastic weekend,' offered Brown, who takes over as president from Drew Kenke. Brown began his time on the Executive in 2022-2023 as Esquire, then moving to 2nd Vice President and serving as 1st Vice President last year. Brown was fast-tracked to his new role due to declining interest in executive roles and some members stepping down for various reasons. Kyle Stevenson is also going through the seats again and will be sworn in for a second term of Presidency at the Provincial Conference in 2026, which will once again be held in Shaunavon. Andy Cox is the new District 10 representative, a position which he has held multiple times in the past. Forty delegates from across the province took part in the gathering. Dignitaries in attendance included Grand Installing Knight Eugene Hartter from Wilkie Lodge who is also the Grand Lecturing Knight nationally. A Patrol Team from Bengough was on hand to participate in the ceremony. Brown first joined the Elks in 2011-2012 at the encouragement of Stevenson. Brown says, 'Once you see what they do provincially and nationally, it hits home that it's more than a small-town club in one community. At one of my first provincial events, Tanai Wilkins, a local beneficiary of the SPARC (Saskatchewan Pediatric Auditory Rehab Centre) program was in attendance. You don't realize until you see or know someone that has benefited, just how important our work is.' SPARC is a pioneer in cochlear implant technology and is located at the Jim Pattison's Children Hospital in Saskatoon. The Saskatchewan Elks Foundation Corporation is a registered charity established in 1991 which promotes and supports the needs of the individual and the community at large through a variety of programs and services including SPARC. SPARC is an early detection, assessment, and (re)habilitation program for hearing impaired children in the province. Funds from the Trucks & Bucks Lottery that the Foundation manages will go towards SPARC over the next three years to fund a sound booth for the Hospital. Annual Walkathon funds are also directed to SPARC. Each President establishes a theme that they want to focus on during their term. Brown says, 'My theme is 'Nobody Does it Like the Elks'. Over all my years as an Elk I've noticed, through conversations and seeing what the Elks do, that we take things to heart. When we put on events or help people, it's more than just words on a wall. We do whatever we do to the best of our ability. We don't take shortcuts and we're there for the children and people we're helping because it's the right thing to do.' There are currently 39 paying members in Shaunavon's Lodge. Brown adds, 'Not everyone comes out, but they are still supporting through their dues. We're trying to make it intriguing to join. The more members we have, the more events we can do which means we can give more back to the community.' Brown says they would love to be able to help with every request they receive, but the current reality is that they can't and he encourages everyone to support them where possible. Future projects may include a capital upgrade to the parking lot at the Elk's Hall and potential development of horseshoe pits in a space east of the hall. Brown is looking forward to his new role, saying, 'It's a privilege and honour to step into this role for an organization with such rich tradition and with the support of all my brothers and sisters Elks. I'm excited to see what we can do this year to raise membership and to keep the Elks of Canada strong.' The Saskatchewan Elks Association has been around since 1929. There are currently just over 40 Lodges in the province. In addition to supporting SPARC, the Association is also involved with a project called 'Saskatchewan Elks Seniors Homes'. The goal is to provide appropriate and affordable accommodations for Saskatchewan seniors. There are currently 135 living quarters in eight communities across the province: Davidson, Esterhazy, Hanley, Moose Jaw, Moosomin, Nipawin, Prince Albert, and Rosetown. Error! 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Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Frost Advisory issued for areas of Pennsylvania despite it being June
ALTOONA, PA. (WTAJ) — The National Weather Service out of State College has issued a Frost Advisory for parts of Pennsylvania. The advisory is in effect from 1 a.m. until 7 a.m. Monday, June 2. Counties included: Cameron, Clearfield, and Elk. Temperatures through the overnight hours into Monday morning will dip towards the mid to upper 30s within the Laurel Highlands and towards the I-80 corridor. Frost could harm sensitive vegetation in valley areas. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Good Morning America' Anchor and Wife Suffer Heartbreaking Family Loss
'Good Morning America' Anchor and Wife Suffer Heartbreaking Family Loss originally appeared on Parade. Good Morning America anchor George Stephanopoulos and his wife, Ali Wentworth, are reeling from a family loss days after a milestone celebration. Wentworth and Stephanopoulos lost their beloved dog Cooper just days after watching their oldest daughter Elliott graduate from Brown University. Taking to Instagram, Wentworth shared their sad news in a tearjerker post. 'I lost my longtime companion. The greatest dog and integral part of our family. He once swam after a giant Elk in a pond. Ate a whole bottle of melatonin and felt nothing. Always devoured all the candy in our Christmas stockings. Slept at the foot of our bed and dreamt running in place. He loved every species. Especially humans. Kissed and cuddled everyone that came through our door,' she began her caption. The social media share included a video tribute to Cooper to show just how much his family loved him. 'Cooper was unconditionally adored by all. I will miss him with all my heart. See you on the other side, Coop! We still have many squirrels to chase….' Wentworth ended her tribute. The comments section of the Instagram post was filled with love and support for Stephanopoulos, Wentworth, and their girls. Several of the condolence comments were from familiar faces. 'A special kind of heartbreak,' wrote Jennifer Garner, while Andy Cohen commented, 'oh my gd! Ali! I'm so sorry!!! I feel a connection to Cooper through Wacha. I am so sad about this.' Beth Stern, wife of shock jock Howard Stern, shared, 'Cooper helped me rescue that gull on the beach during one of our many beach walks... The bestest boy!!!!' and actress Demi Moore replied, 'Sending you all love! They are truly the most heart expanding gift we are blessed to share our life with!' 'Aww. I loved him. So sorry honey!' stated Will & Grace star Sean Hayes. That's just a snippet of the outpouring of love written to Wentworth, Stephanopoulos, and their family after they lost their beloved dog Cooper. Good Morning America airs weekdays on ABC. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 'Good Morning America' Anchor and Wife Suffer Heartbreaking Family Loss first appeared on Parade on May 30, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George Stephanopoulos and Ali Wentworth Suffer Devastating Loss After Daughter's College Graduation
Good Morning America host George Stephanopoulos' wife, Ali Wentworth, opened up about a devastating loss that her family suffered after celebrating their daughter's college graduation. 'I lost my longtime companion. The greatest dog and integral part of our family,' Ali, 60, captioned a montage of photos shared on Instagram on Wednesday, May 28. 'He once swam after a giant Elk in a pond. Ate a whole bottle of melatonin and felt nothing. Always devoured all the candy in our Christmas stockings. Slept at the foot of our bed and dreamt running in place. He loved every species. Especially humans. Kissed and cuddled everyone that came through our door. Cooper was unconditionally adored by all.' 'I will miss him with all my heart. See you on the other side, Coop! We still have many squirrels to chase….' the post concluded. Several of her celebrity friends left supportive comments and condolences underneath the post. 'Cooper helped me rescue that gull on the beach during one of our many beach walks... The bestest boy!!!!' Beth Ostrosky Stern commented on the post. 'A special kind of heartbreak,' Jennifer Garner wrote with a red heartbroken emoji. 'Aww. I loved him. So sorry honey!' Sean Hayes said. 'Oh no Ali. I'm so sorry,' Julianne Moore said. 'Sending you all love! They are truly the most heart expanding gift we are blessed to share our life with!' Demi Moore said. In a second Instagram post, Ali shared another montage of photos of Cooper spending time with the family before his death. The comedian shares kids Elliott, 21, and Harper, 19, with George, 64. The posts about the beloved family pet came just days after Ali and George celebrated Elliott's college graduation in a series of posts on Instagram. 'She did it! Happy graduation to an incredible human being who has her father's brain and my legs. And if it was the other way around- she'd be screwed. Proud parents! All our children deserve an education!' Ali wrote on Instagram on Sunday, May 25, featuring photos of her daughter on her big day. George also shared some photos with his college graduate over on his Instagram page, writing, 'We have a college graduate!!! Congratulations to Elliott, and to the entire class of 2025. We love you and are so proud of you, E!' During an episode of GMA on Monday, May 26, George opened up about his daughter's big accomplishment. "Elliott had a great weekend. She graduated from Brown on Sunday," the dad of two said during the show. "She was all smiles all weekend long and we are so proud of her." Back in August 2023, Ali reflected on dropping Harper off at college and becoming empty nesters. "We dropped our baby off at college. Everyone is saying 'she's ready to launch'! But… I don't think I'm ready!' the In Living Color alum wrote on Instagram along with a photo of her and her husband holding hands. 'I don't want to stop making pasta with vodka sauce, picking up wet towels, cuddling up to her familiar scent. As Joni Mitchell once wrote- 'the bed's too big, the frying pan too wide'. I know our daughter will thrive. But man, it's brutal on the parents. If you feel inclined- please send me baked goods. I'll be under my covers.'
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Suncadia Resort Celebrates 25 Years with Fresh Offers and a Tribute to Its History
A storied history honored through new Heritage Package, Annual Celebrations, and New Concert and Wine Events CLE ELUM, Wash., May 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Suncadia, the year-round mountain resort located just 80 miles east of Seattle, proudly celebrates 25 years of progress, community building, and environmental stewardship with the launch of its Heritage Trail Package, inviting guests to explore historic Roslyn, and create their own adventure amongst the pines. "For 25 years, Suncadia has been a place where people connect - with each other, with nature, and with the spirit of the Pacific Northwest," said Karen HauckPorter, Marketing Executive at Suncadia. "With the launch of our Heritage Trail Package, we're inviting guests to honor the land's legacy and the communities that have shaped it by exploring Roslyn's historic charm, experiencing the magic of our trails, and making lasting memories." As Suncadia celebrates a quarter century of progress, it's looking back at the region's rich history and spirit of resilience and community and inviting guests to do the same. Heritage trail visitors can honor the area's rich coal-mining history by visiting the landmark ruins of the #9 mine, which operated on what is now Suncadia property over a century ago. Guests can also enjoy shuttle service to nearby Roslyn, where craft breweries, local dining, a lively Sunday market, a museum, and the iconic Roslyn Theatre showcase the enduring spirit of this storied mountain town. Hop on a bike (also included in the Heritage Trail Package) and explore over 50 miles of trails and paved pathways, try to spot the over 180 species of birds that thrive in the area, or catch a glimpse of the local Elk herds that roam the pristine terrain. After a day of adventure, visitors can indulge in the signature Huckleberry S'mores delivered to their resort accommodations. Suncadia's 25th anniversary celebrations will span the summer, offering something for everyone. Legacy events, including Outdoor Summer Concerts, 4th of July Celebrations, and Summer Kids Spectacular, are back this year. New to the 2025 event schedule is In a Landscape, an outdoor performance by classical pianist Hunter Noack at scenic Riverfront Park. Later in the Summer, indulge in Wine in the Pines—an evening of art, live music, and expertly curated food and wine pairings from Suncadia's chefs and sommeliers, all set against the natural beauty of Nelson Farm Park. You can find a complete list of Suncadia's 2025 Signature Events here. About Suncadia Suncadia is a renowned destination in the Pacific Northwest. Located 80 miles east of Seattle, this 6,400-acre property is an all-seasons mountain resort and residential community, offering a unique blend of premier accommodations and natural beauty. The resort features guest suites and penthouses, a variety of upscale rental homes, several dining options, day spa and wellness programming, outdoor and indoor pools, two championship golf courses (Prospector and Rope Rider), and a conference facility. Beyond the overnight accommodations, Suncadia also provides opportunities for homeowners to own a piece of this mountain paradise, surrounded by world-class amenities and breathtaking natural landscapes. In addition to residential opportunities within Suncadia, Tumble Creek, an exclusive enclave spanning 2,600 acres offers homes and homesites, community amenities that include a private Tom Doak golf course, club house with dining options, kids and family spaces, pool and fitness facilities. As a leading all-seasons mountain destination in Washington, Suncadia provides a wide range of recreational activities year-round, including hiking, biking, fishing, river floating, axe throwing, and horseback riding, as well as cross-country skiing, ice skating, sledding, tubing, and snowshoeing. For more information, visit and follow along on Facebook and Instagram. View source version on Contacts Media contact: Lorne Richmond, Richmond Public Relations lorne@ (206) 682-6979
