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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Fundraising page launched following Higham's cancer diagnosis
A FUNDRAISING campaign has been set up to help out rugby league legend Micky Higham following his latest cancer diagnosis. In June, the former hooker who counts St Helens, Warrington Wolves, Wigan Warriors and hometown club Leigh among his former clubs during a 500-game career was diagnosed with widespread stage four cancer after discovering a lump on his lower back. It is the second such diagnosis for the 44-year-old, who had fought off stage three melanoma in 2022, but now his family are calling on the rugby league community for support. A JustGiving page has been set up for donations towards the family and potential access to promising clinical trials in Europe, with no such options available in the UK. At the time of writing, more than £23,000 of donations had been pledged with an initial target of £25,000 looking set to be beaten. A fundraising walk is also due to take place on Sunday, August 24, with full details to be confirmed in due course. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO DONATE
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Harrison expected to miss Leigh, becomes dad for second time
FORWARD James Harrison is not expected to be available for selection when Warrington Wolves return to action against Leigh Leopards on Friday. He was a surprise omission from The Wire side which lost 20-14 at Castleford Tigers last time out. Wolves chiefs have since confirmed Harrison was sidelined with a shoulder injury that is expected to keep him out for 'a few weeks'. Meanwhile, Harrison and his partner Sophie are celebrating the birth of their second child. Herbie George Harrison came into the world last week, weighing 8lbs 4ozs. Luca, who is almost three, now has a younger brother to dote on. Teammate Matty Ashton and his partner Lauren Spottiswood have revealed they are expecting their first child, due in January. Ashton and Ben Currie were spotted in the crowd supporting Warrington darts king and Wire fan Luke 'The Nuke' Littler during his World Matchplay semi-final success over Josh Rock at Winter Gardens in Blackpool on Saturday night.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘We want to hear this record so badly' – Sinead O'Connor fans in album plea as global fans jet in for star's anniversary
SINEAD O'Connor fans who have gathered in Ireland for her second anniversary have called for the release of a posthumous album she recorded before her death. Today marks the second anniversary of the passing of the iconic singer's death with fans jetting in from around the world to mark the day in a series of events in Sinead's former home of Advertisement 5 Sinead O'Connor fans are pleading for the release of a posthumous album she recorded before her death. Credit: Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience 5 Sinead O'Connor died in London aged 56 in July 2023 Credit: Getty Images - Getty 5 Australian Leigh Peries spent €2,796 to travel to Bray Leigh Peries, who runs Sinead O'Connor Facebook group with over 50,000 members, told how she made the trip from her home in Brisbane, The registered nurse was joined in Bray by other fans who had travelled from the And many of the fans are calling for the release of her final Leigh told The Irish Sun: 'There are so many Advertisement READ MORE IN SINEAD O'CONNOR 'A posthumous album from Sinead would gain massive momentum, and shine a light on her life and other works. We want to hear this record so badly.' The group gathered outside the Irish Rock 'n' Roll Museum in Sinead's image was projected onto the Wall Of Fame outside and fans lapped up displays showing dresses and stage gear worn by Sinead and garments during her career. While the Nothing Compares 2 U singer is well represented at the museum, the visiting Sinead devotees admit they are disappointed at the lack of a statue or memorial to Sinead in her home city. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Leigh said: 'We saw two huge murals of All roads lead to Bray today on Sinead's second anniversary where they will gather outside the singer's former seaside home Montebello at 11am. Sinead O'Connor's exact cause of death is revealed While at 6pm tonight, the international visitors, many of whom met on the Sinead O'Connor Australian Leigh, who is the administrator of the Sinead Advertisement 'LOVED IT SO MUCH' Leigh said: 'We met a young lad whose mum was given a single bed by Sinead, and he grew up sleeping in Sinead's bed. 'He loved it so much, when he left home he took it with him. It's probably a very valuable piece now. 'We met another lady who had worked as a nanny to Sinead's 'There are so many people with Sinead stories in Bray and we love hearing them'. Advertisement The Sinead fans, who describe themselves as "avid followers', plan to ending their Sinead pilgrimage by attending a show by US comedian 'AVID FOLLOWERS' Leigh said: 'We see Rosie as sharing many of Sinead's values.' Mum of two Leigh, spent five thousand Australian dollars (€2,796) on flights, jetting from her home in Brisbane, Leigh said: 'I'm the same age as Sinead and her ten albums represent different parts of my life. Advertisement 'I wasn't able to attend Sinead's funeral so I want to be here for her anniversary. It's wonderful to be able to come to Bray where she lived and meet other Sinead followers who feel the same. 'MORE THAN A SINGER' "Sinead was more than a singer to us. Her values, her honesty and everything she stood for is what draws us in. We aren't fans, that sounds too commercial, we are avid followers. "We celebrate Sinead, not just her music but her spirit and her consistency generosity. We are in love with that persona, and there not many people out there like Sinead.' Irish music icon Sinead O'Connor was found 'unresponsive' at a flat in south-east Advertisement An autopsy later confirmed she died of natural causes. 5 Sinead O'Connor fans at Temple Bar Wall of Fame Credit: Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience 5 Fans of Sinead will gather outside her house for the singer's second anniversary Credit: Getty Images - Getty
BBC News
22-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Wire sign Parramatta forward Matterson on loan
Warrington Wolves have signed forward Ryan Matterson from NRL side Parramatta Eels on loan for the rest of the 30-year-old, who can play in multiple positions, has played for the Eels, Sydney Roosters and Wests Tigers in the NRL and has also represented New South Wales in the State of Origin will fly to the UK later this week, the club said, and could make his debut against Leigh Leopards on 1 August."Once I touch down, it's straight to work. I'm coming in ready to make a real impact and help drive the team towards the play-offs," he said."I'm looking forward to experiencing the Super League and embracing the challenge. I can't wait to feel the energy and passion of the Warrington fans."Matterson was released from his contract with Parramatta for the rest of this season in order to join Warrington but remains under contract with the Eels for 2026, the club said, external."It's great to add a player of Ryan's quality to our squad as we approach the back end of the season," Wire boss Sam Burgess said."His power and presence through the middle, combined with his vast NRL experience, will bring a lot of value to our pack."
BBC News
19-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
McColm stars as Saints thump Leigh 80-0
Luci McColm scored 28 points as St Helens inflicted Leigh Leopards' heaviest defeat with an 80-0 thumping to go top of the Women's Super League extended their undefeated start to the season to eight games, scoring 15 tries, while McColm added 10 conversions and two tries of her own in the first ever meeting of these two Leigh could not live with Saints, who leapfrog Wigan Warriors to the summit, although Wigan are likely to reclaim top spot when they face winless bottom club Warrington Wolves on McGifford caused the early damage for Saints with two tries in the opening 12 minutes, punctuated by the first of Rachael Woosey's two from Darcy Stott, Beri Salihi and Hollie Bawden made it 30-0 at half-time and there was no relief for the Leopards after the break as McColm's two tries, and one from Georgia Sutherland kept the scoreboard ticking completed her hat-trick to make it 10 for the season and move with one try of league leaders Amelia Brown, of Huddersfield, and Wigan pair Eva Hunter and Grace Mottershead and captain Jodie Cunningham got in on the scoring, before Phoebe Hook added two more in the space of two minutes, with McColm and Woosey both adding their second tries to reach the 80-point mark.
