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South Wales Argus
29-06-2025
- South Wales Argus
Newport Slimming World consultant named finalist in awards
Lisa Norris, who runs a Slimming World group at the Lysaght Institute in Newport, was shortlisted for Group of the Year in Slimming World's annual awards, which celebrate consultants who support members in losing weight and improving their wellbeing. Ms Norris said: "To be recognised and rewarded for doing a role that I love is so special. "Working for such an exceptional company as a franchisee, and as part of the South-Central Wales district, I couldn't be more honoured. "This recognition belongs to every person who has found the courage to walk into my group with their dream, and it is an honour to see these members grow in confidence week by week. "They are the ones who make our group the success that it is, with their friendship and support they give to each other weekly. "They make the group such a fun, safe, judgement-free place to be." Lisa Norris has been recognised as a finalist in the Slimming World 'Oscars' (Image: Supplied) Ms Norris, who supports more than 100 members each week, said she was "blown away" by the news that her group had made the finals. The phone call from her district manager, Scott Hawkins, left her in disbelief. She said: "I couldn't believe that the call was real, and asked, 'Are you sure?'" Alongside the finalist nomination, Ms Norris and her husband John were also selected to join Slimming World's annual all-expenses-paid consultants' trip. Lisa Norris and her husband John were also chosen to join Slimming World's all-expenses paid consultants' trip (Image: Supplied) In early May, the couple flew from Heathrow to Athens for a week of luxury in the exclusive Kolonaki district. Ms Norris said: "We were treated like celebrities, from the champagne reception, to the beautiful five-course evening meal with breath-taking views of the Acropolis, guided tours to the Temple of Poseidon, a hands-on cookery course, a Greek dancing lesson and sailing along the stunning coastline with an unforgettable evening of Greek food and dancing beneath the stars." The trip was Slimming World's 36th and the vision of the company's late founder, Margaret Miles Bramwell OBE, who died in February. Ms Norris said: "Margaret was always so excited to celebrate the achievements of her consultants and their members, taking part in each trip, planning and hosting every detail, so for this to be the first trip without her was an emotional one. "We did our best to keep her memory alive and remember that everything we do from here on in is to honour her and keep our promise to retain our commitment to helping as many people who need us in their weight loss journey." Slimming World is known for its supportive approach, offering encouragement not only to members but also to its consultants. Ms Norris was selected as a finalist for her "unwavering dedication" and "exceptional standards of service" in supporting both members and colleagues. She runs her award-winning group at the Lysaght Institute, Orb Drive, Newport, on Saturdays at 8am, 10am, and 11.30am. Details of how to join a local group or become a Slimming World consultant can be found at
Hamilton Spectator
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
The Redhill Valleys among local winners at CMAOntario Awards
Hamilton-grown musicians, a band and a radio station took home CMAOntario awards Sunday. Three-member band the Redhill Valleys won 'Group or Duo of the Year,' Ancaster's Mackenzie Leigh Meyer won 'Roots Artist or Group of the Year,' Waterdown's Josh Ross won the 'Compass Award' and KX94.7, Hamilton's country station, won 'Radio Station of the Year.' The win was a first for the Redhill Valleys. 'Winning Group of the Year in our hometown makes this moment extra special,' said Chelsea McWilliams, the bass player and singer. 'Hamilton has a rich, resilient music scene, and we're proud to be part of a community that keeps showing up, creating, and lifting each other up. It's a win for all the local bands out there making noise.' The CMAOntario Awards and Festival was Sunday at several venues across Hamilton, including the Textile Building and the Music Hall. The 13th annual awards show was the last to be hosted by Canadian country star Jason McCoy. McCoy announced 20 winners at the show, which ended off a weekend of workshops, intimate performances and open mics. Country singer-songwriter Owen Riegling won the most awards, taking home five trophies. Riegling is from Mildmay, Ont., a small town about 150 kilometres northwest of Hamilton, past Elmira, Ont. The show featured performances from country singers such as Andrew Hyatt, Sacha, Nate Haller and Robyn Ottolini. The Redhill Valleys also performed. McCoy was also honoured with the first Real McCoy Award, sponsored by Slaight Music. The award will honour an individual who represents the compassion, integrity and commitment to the craft of Ontario's country music community. The Country Music Association of Ontario was founded in 2007. Cheyenne Bholla is a reporter at The Hamilton Spectator. cbholla@
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Billboard Women In Music 2025: See the Backstage Portraits
This year's Billboard Women in Music took over the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, Calif., on Saturday (March 29), and it was the ultimate celebration of the brightest stars in the industry. Artist honorees at this year's star-studded event included Doechii, receiving the Woman of the Year Award, as well as aespa (Group of the Year), Ángela Aguilar (Breakthrough Award), Erykah Badu (Icon Award), GloRilla (Powerhouse Award), Gracie Abrams (Songwriter of the Year), JENNIE (Global Force Award), Megan Moroney (Rulebreaker Award presented by Crown Royal Whisky), Meghan Trainor (Hitmaker Award), Muni Long (Rising Star Award Presented by Honda Stage) and Tyla (Impact Award presented by Bose). Global Women of the Year are ANNA (Billboard Italy Woman of the Year) and Charlotte Cardin (Billboard Canada Woman of the Year). More from Billboard ROSÉ & Bruno Mars' 'APT.' Notches Record-Extending 19th Week at No. 1 on Billboard Global Excl. U.S. Chart R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week: YG, Mahalia, Amerie, Coco Jones, Ivory Scott & More JENNIE Thanks Doechii & BLACKPINK Bandmates While Accepting Global Force at Billboard Women in Music 2025 While accepting her Woman of the Year trophy, Doechii called it 'a full-circle moment,' as she previously accepted the Rising Star honor a few years before. 'This is our motherf–king night to rightfully come together to acknowledge each other, support each other and to celebrate,' she said during her powerful speech. 'We are the creators, we are the executives, we are the innovators who are just as central to this industry as the men. Clock it.' Tina Knowles, mother to Beyoncé and Solange Knowles, also accepted the inaugural presentation of the Mother of the Year honor. This year's presenters included Becky G, Kali Chis, Madison Beer, Julia Michaels, Lauren Jauregui, Mickey Guyton, Suki Waterhouse, Summer Walker, Tanner Adell, Victoria Monét and Zara Larsson. Many of the stars in attendance stopped by the backstage photo booth to take stunning portraits against red and black backgrounds. See all the photos exclusively via Billboard below. Best of Billboard Drake's Historic Chart Week: How He Matched The Beatles' 57-Year-Old Record How Elton John Keeps Up His Hot 100 Hot Streak With Dua Lipa Duet 'Cold Heart' Pink's 'All I Know So Far' Has Us Looking Back at the History of Live Music on the Charts
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Doechii named Billboard's 2025 Woman of the Year
March 10 (UPI) -- Grammy-winning rapper Doechii was named Billboard's 2025 Woman of the Year on Monday. She will be presented with the honor at a ceremony March 29 at YouTube Theater in Inglewood, Calif. Laverne Cox will host the event, which is to stream live on Vizio WatchFree+ at 10 p.m. EDT. Other artists who will be honored during the gala include aespa (Group of the Year); Ángela Aguilar (Breakthrough Award); Erykah Badu (Icon Award); GloRilla (Powerhouse Award); Gracie Abrams (Songwriter of the Year); JENNIE (Global Force Award); Megan Moroney (Rulebreaker Award); Meghan Trainor (Hitmaker Award); Muni Long (Rising Star Award) and Tyla (Impact Award).
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Old Dominion ‘How Good Is That' Tour coming to CMAC
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Old Dominion is bringing their 'How Good Is That' World Tour to CMAC this summer! The multi-Platinum-selling band has nine number one singles at country radio, surpassed five billion on-demand streams, and has earned over a dozen RIAA Platinum and Gold single certifications. The group is also the reigning 7-time ACM and 6-time CMA 'Group of the Year'. On July 19, doors for the event are scheduled to open at 5:30 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. performance time. You can purchase tickets starting Friday, February 28 at 10:00 a.m. on Ticketmaster. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
