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CBC
08-07-2025
- General
- CBC
Fort McMurray climber scales building to help put out balcony fire
A Fort McMurray man's climbing skills helped save the day, when a fire broke out on the third-floor balcony of an apartment building on Canada Day. Neal Barry said he was driving when he noticed a fire in an apartment building in the Gregoire neighbourhood of Fort McMurray. He pulled over, noticing some commotion in the area. Barry said he spoke to a woman near the building and could see the third-floor balcony was on fire. "We didn't hear any alarms. We didn't hear any way for people to be alerted in the building," he said. "So, myself and her ran around the building and tried to find a way to to let people know. We knocked on windows, tried to get to the front door. We tried to find the fire extinguisher." Soon after he retrieved a fire extinguisher from a resident on the second floor. Then, he hatched his plan. "I suggested climbing up and they can throw me the extinguisher and I could try to put the the fire out," Barry said. Barry has been a climber since he was 11, and his passion persisted into adulthood. He now co-owns a bouldering gym in Fort McMurray. "I felt confident enough that I could do it safely for myself and the minor risk that I'd be taking could have potentially helped a lot more in other regards." He successfully climbed onto the third-floor balcony, which was covered in "some flames," he said. "I committed to the fact that there was a potential that I could get burned. So I tried to climb up as quickly as possible and jump over." As he climbed on the balcony, the person who lived in the apartment came out and realized what was happening. He assisted Barry in putting out the fire out with buckets of water. When the emergency services finally arrived, the flames were completely doused. In a news release, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo said the fire was caused by "improperly extinguished smoking material." The news release confirmed that multiple 911 calls came in just before 4:30 p.m. on July 1 about an apartment fire, and that a bystander had scaled the building and helped put out the fire. Barry did sustain a minor burn on his arm. No other injuries were reported, the RMWB said. Acting fire chief Rob Van Hecke said in a statement to CBC News that Barry's actions are appreciated, but the fire service doesn't encourage people to take firefighting into their own hands. "The safest and most effective way to help is to call 911 and allow our highly trained responders to manage these situations safely and efficiently," he added.
San Francisco Chronicle
08-07-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
Chicken sandwich hotspot opening first S.F. location
Gregoire, a Berkeley favorite for French-influenced chicken sandwiches and lunch, is expanding into San Francisco this year. Owner Gregoire Jacquet confirmed to the Chronicle he is opening a franchise location at 1300 Ninth Ave., a former Jamba juice shop at the intersection with Irving Street. Inside, the menu will include favorites such as Jacquet's potato puffs, salads and more. Plans are to open in November. 'I'm very excited,' Jacquet said. 'San Francisco is where I first landed, so it's near and dear to my heart.' Jacquet has been working to franchise Gregoire for roughly three years, and has plans for more locations. To help, he has leased a commissary kitchen in Emeryville to prepare all ingredients for each future outpost. The idea is to offer items that change each quarter but to reduce cooking and labor as much as possible for operators: just assemble and serve. 'It's the best way of having consistency. You don't need chefs, and it helps keep the footprint small,' he explained. Jacquet arrived in the Bay Area from his native France in 1989 with a background in fine dining. His first local job in the industry was under famed chef Jacky Robert at his restaurant Amelio's, later cooking at the San Francisco Ritz-Carlton. (He also cooked at the luxury hotel's locations in Boston and Puerto Rico before settling down in the Bay Area.) He later opened the first Gregoire alongside his wife Tara in 2003. While some were skeptical of the fine dining chef turning to a casual model, the potato puffs and sandwiches won people over. 'I remember a guy telling me it's never going to work. But we're still here after 23 years,' Jacquet said. Jacquet has expanded in the past. The couple ran a second location in Oakland from 2006 through 2017. They chose to close the location, which served as a commissary for the two restaurants, due to burnout and to spend more time with their children. 'Now that my kids are gone, my wife and I decided we need to grow again,' he said. This isn't the Gregoire brand's first foray into the city. A Gregoire food truck serving sandwiches and potato puffs is regularly stationed outside Salesforce Tower and Levi's Plaza during the midweek lunch hour, and it often makes other appearances around the Bay Area.
FACT
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- FACT
The FACT UAE Weekend Guide: 18 to 20 April 2025
Will it be brunch or a concert this weekend? The weekend has finally arrived, and we're excited for the outdoor activities and culinary adventures that await us this April. Friday 18 April Try Chef Gregoire Berger's menu at Sushi Art Chef Gregoire Berger from the FACT award-winning Ossiano has teamed up with Sushi Art to create an omakase menu for all Sushi Art locations in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Chef Gregoire brings his creative flair and emotional storytelling to an eight-course menu rooted in the Japanese tradition of 'I leave it up to you.' The experience features dishes like Black Sesame Dynamite Shrimp, Crispy Shiso Tacos with Kalamansi, Torched Wagyu Nigiri with Cherry BBQ, and Matcha Ganache Mochi. AED 159. GO: Visit for more information. See the stars at MEFCC Prepare for an unforgettable pop culture weekend as the Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) returns to Abu Dhabi. With a star-studded lineup of celebrities, voice actors, and comic creators, the event takes place from 18 to 20 April. So, if you want to spot Andrew Garfield, Charlie Cox, Grant Gustin, Ian McDiarmid, Natalia Dyer and Vincent D'Onofrio, now's your chance. GO: Visit for more information. Sip on the new cocktail menu at Zuma Then FACT award-winning Zuma is redefining the weekday wind-down with a new bar menu in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Inspired by the brand's global footprint, the experience combines world-class cocktails and signature bites such as Black Cod Croquettes, Japanese Scallops with Umeboshi and Octopus Skewers. Each of the five creative cocktails is inspired by Zuma's most iconic destinations, from the bold, smoky layers of Bangkok's Machanita to the sun-drenched sparkle of Rome's Passion a Roma. Available Monday to Friday, from 4pm to 8pm. GO: Visit for reservations and more information. Saturday 19 April Indulge in the Moët & Chandon Brunch at Mimi Kakushi Step into the glamour of 1920s Osaka at Mimi Kakushi's exclusive Moët & Chandon brunch. Inspired by the city's golden age of jazz and culture, guests can enjoy a bespoke Moët & Chandon Champagne dispenser, golden tokens for Moët Minis, and free-flowing Imperial Brut alongside a Champagne cocktail created by Mimi's bar team. Live jazz, DJ sets, and a menu of signature dishes like Miso Black Cod, Grilled Tiger Prawns, and Japanese-inspired desserts elevate the experience. Available on 19 April from 12pm to 4pm. AED 450 (soft beverages), AED 599 (house beverages) and AED 765 (champagne). GO: Visit for reservations and more information. Watch Dubai's final fountain show As Emaar prepares to renovate the Dubai Fountain, the iconic attraction in Downtown Dubai, it will host its last show (for the foreseeable future) on 19 April 2025 before temporarily closing for an extensive restoration. Since its debut, the Dubai Fountain has become a symbol of the city's creative spirit, captivating millions with its breathtaking choreography of water, light, and music. This renovation will safeguard the spectacle's magic, ensuring it continues to enchant visitors for generations to come. GO: Follow @emaardubai on Instagram for more information. See Usher live in the capital Following his performance at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2022, Usher will bring his signature soul songs and moves to Club Social in the capital. With over 80 million records sold and a catalogue of R&B anthems like 'Burn', 'DJ Got Us Fallin' In Love', 'Yeah!' and 'You Make Me Wanna', Usher has cemented his status as one of the best-selling artists of all time. Fresh off his record-breaking Las Vegas residency and the release of his ninth album, Coming Home, Usher is set to deliver a performance packed with unforgettable moments. GO: Visit for tickets and more information. Sunday 20 April Enjoy Easter brunch at Il Gattopardo Inspired by the comforting traditions of Italian cuisine, Il Gattopardo's festive three-course menu highlights seasonal favourites with refined flair. Begin with Ricotta and Spinach Ravioli filled with runny egg yolk and finish with fragrant black truffle, followed by Roasted Baby Lamb served with thyme jus and truffle condiments. And to end on a sweet note, the Colomba Easter cake with candied fruits and almonds will be served. Available on Sunday, 20 April from 12pm to 2:45pm. AED 198 per person (three-course menu). GO: Call 04 498 1727 for reservations and more information. Spend Easter Sunday at L'Amo Bistro del Mare Celebrate Easter with a relaxed afternoon of soulful music and fine Italian fare. Set against the soothing sounds of Tonya's live vocals and piano, you can savour a leisurely lunch filled with seasonal elegance. Explore signature dishes from the à la carte menu, including Fiori di Zucca, Risotto Limone e Gamberi and Tonno Rosso. To make the day even sweeter, every guest will be gifted a handcrafted Easter egg. Available on Sunday, 20 April from 1pm to 4pm. GO: Visit for reservations and more information. See Raye and London Grammar at Club Social Day three of Club Social starts with a bang as British dance-pop sensation Raye takes the stage. After years of penning hits for artists like Beyonce, Charli XCX, and Little Mix, Raye finally took the plunge and released her own music. Her album 'My 21st Century Blues' was a hit, with singles like Escapism and Hard Out Here dominating charts and streaming platforms. Following Raye, indie pop powerhouse London Grammar will mesmerise the audience with their signature ethereal sound. Led by Hannah Reid's hauntingly beautiful vocals, the band will deliver beloved hits like 'Wasting My Younger Years' and 'Strong,' alongside selections from their critically acclaimed album, The Greatest Love. GO: Visit for tickets and more information.
CBC
13-03-2025
- CBC
Guilty pleas entered in 2011 murder in rural Sask. where victim died in trunk of car
Social Sharing Edward Keith Geddes was clubbed over the head with a piece of wood, tied up and put in the trunk of a car, where he died after the drunk man who put him there went off the road into the ditch. The details about Geddes' death were shared last week in Saskatoon Court of King's Bench, when two men entered guilty pleas for their roles, 10 days before the scheduled start of their jury trial. Robert Wesley Pich, 61, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and his uncle John Robert Gregoire, 73, pleaded guilty to interfering with human remains. They return to court on March 20 for sentencing. In order for Justice Richard Danyliuk to accept their guilty pleas, he needed to be sure they understood what they were pleading to, so Crown prosecutor Keltie Coupar read aloud from a draft statement of facts outlining what happened. In late 2010, Gregoire hired Geddes, 64, as a mechanic and manager at a business he owned in Neilburg, Sask., Coupar said. Gregoire came to suspect Geddes was stealing from him and on April 11, 2011, Gregoire called Pich and told him to get Geddes to the farm. Pich told Geddes he needed help getting a filter off a front-end loader and Geddes came to help. "Mr. Pich clubbed Mr. Geddes in the head with a four-by-four piece of wood when Mr. Geddes was changing the filter," Coupar said. Pich then tied up Geddes with zip ties and waited for Gregoire. While he waited, he drank alcohol and questioned Geddes, shooting a pistol near him. After Gregoire arrived, they moved Geddes to an empty house and continued questioning him and shooting the pistol. At some point later on, Gregoire told Pich to get rid of Geddes and take him to Saskatoon or Battleford. Pich put Geddes, who was still alive, in the trunk of a car. "Mr. Pich was driving to Saskatoon when due to his intoxication and the freezing rain, he lost control of the vehicle and hit the ditch on Highway 40 outside Battleford, Saskatchewan," Coupar said. Police don't know when exactly Geddes died. Police impounded the car after a passersby reported the crash at 12:34 a.m. on April 12, 2011, but they didn't search the trunk. From jail, Piche called Gregoire to get the car. Even though Gregoire picked up the car that same day, he didn't look in the trunk until about a week later, when the foul odour from the trunk was unmistakable. Geddes was dead. That night, Gregoire dug a hole in a brush pile on his property in the RM of Hillside, near Baldwinton, Sask., about 200 kilometres northwest of Saskatoon. Gregoire used a front-end loader to carry Geddes's remains to the hole, where he piled brush and dead cows over top of Geddes's body. When Geddes went missing in 2011, police considered his disappearance suspicious, but they didn't crack the case until 10 years later. That's when police decided to use an undercover investigative technique, known as a "Mr. Big sting." During the operation, Pich and Gregoire both made recorded admissions that led to their arrests in February 2022, Coupar said. The burial site, which had become a water-filled slough, was drained and searched. Searchers found Geddes's body on Oct. 12, 2022, but the advanced state of decomposition meant the time of death couldn't be determined. Lawyers are expecting to present a joint submission on sentencing when the case returns to court on March 20. Pich was remanded in custody, while Gregoire is out on bail.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Yahoo
Police log: Woman robbed of $53K
A 65-year-old Tremont woman was robbed of $52,840.87, state police at Schuylkill Haven said. According to police, the woman reported on Feb. 7 that someone had swiped the money from her bank account. An investigation is ongoing. Juvenile charged with assault A 16-year-old student at River Rock Academy in Cressona was charged with simple assault after he punched a fellow student, according to state police at Schuylkill Haven. Police were called to the incident on Feb. 25. After investigating, the student was found to be in possession of suspected drugs, police said. The student faces simple assault and Act 64-related offenses, and the case is pending court, police said. More details about crash victim released State police have released information about a previously reported crash that claimed the life of a 40-year-old Pine Grove man. Police said that around 8:36 p.m. Thursday, Kyle E. Cleary was driving a 2010 Dodge Avenger west in the area of 219 Flat Hill Road in Washington Twp. when he struck a large tree lying across the roadway. Cleary, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. Woman injured in crash A Frackville woman was injured in a one-vehicle crash Feb. 15 on Route 61 in North Manheim Twp. According to state police at Schuylkill Haven, Megan Gregoire, 25, was driving a Hyundai Tucson just north of Seven Stars Road around 1 p.m. when her car began to slide due to the snow on the road. Gregoire hit the brakes and her car subsequently lost control, spinning and crashing into the center barrier along Route 61 North, police said. Gregoire was transported to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill for suspected minor injuries, and her car was towed, police said.
