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Irish Times
24-06-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
Dublin's Parliament Street to go almost traffic-free from July 4th
Parliament Street in Dublin 's Temple Bar will become almost entirely traffic-free from July 4th under the next phase of the Dublin City Centre Traffic Plan. Most vehicular traffic will no longer be permitted to enter Parliament Street from Essex Quay. This will allow the first section of the street, as far as the cross street that runs from Essex Gate to Essex Street East, to be reserved for pedestrians and cyclists. Some traffic will still be permitted on the street, which runs past the Turk's Head and the Porterhouse pubs, to facilitate access to disabled bays, the District Court at Dolphin House, and for deliveries and resident access. South of Essex Gate/Essex Street East to the junction of Parliament Street and Dame Street in front of City Hall, the area will also be traffic free, although, similar to most other pedestrianised streets in the city, deliveries will be permitted from 6am-11am. READ MORE As part of the scheme, traffic on Grattan Bridge – the link between Capel Street and Parliament Street – will be reduced to one lane and must turn right at Essex Quay. This will facilitate the installation of a two-way cycle lane on the east side of Grattan Bridge, which will give cyclists a direct, safe link all the way from City Hall, up Capel Street to Bolton Street – a distance of almost 1km. The first phase of the traffic plan came into force last August , with a ban on private cars and commercial vehicles travelling directly east or west along the Liffey at either side of O'Connell Bridge from 7am to 7pm daily. Last month, a ban on private traffic turning left from Westland Row into Pearse Street was introduced, with private traffic diverted east on to a new two-way stretch of Pearse Street, leaving the left or west turn on to Pearse Street for public transport. The removal of traffic from Parliament Street was made possible by the diversion of two bus routes, the 69 and 69X earlier this year. Until April both bus services ran from Rathcoole in west Dublin to Hawkins Street, turning from the north quays across Grattan Bridge on to Parliament Street and left on to Dame Street. They now instead continue along the north quays and cross Rosie Hackett Bridge on to Hawkins Street, before terminating at Poolbeg Street. The Parliament Street scheme capitalises on the traffic-free measures in place on Capel Street since 2021, which resulted in a reduction of 72 per cent in cars using Parliament Street. Public consultation undertaken by the council last month found 90 per cent of respondents were in favour of the new measures, with many referencing the success of Capel Street, the council said. 'Respondents repeatedly mentioned that the proposed measures would make Parliament Street safer and more pleasant for walking and cycling, encourage families and children to visit, and create opportunities for outdoor seating, socialising, and community events,' it said. To mark the change of use of Parliament Street a market will be held on July 4th, with family-friendly events scheduled to take place every weekend in July, starting on July 5th.
Glasgow Times
21-06-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow steakhouse named one of the best in the world
The popular location was named alongside steakhouses around the globe, including Don Julia in Buenos Aires and Burnt Ends in Singapore. Glasgow steakhouse in 'vibrant district' named one of the best in the world Porter and Rye in the Finnieston area of Glasgow was the only eatery in Scotland to be named among the best steakhouses in the world by The List. Discussing the restaurant, the publication said: "Tucked away in the vibrant Finnieston district of Glasgow, Porter & Rye continues to set the standard for premium steakhouse dining in Scotland. "Combining refined elegance with a touch of rustic charm, this contemporary restaurant offers a warm and stylish setting for those in search of exceptional cuts and polished service. "The interior strikes a perfect balance between modern sophistication and understated comfort. "With its moody lighting, exposed brick, and tasteful design details, the space feels intimate without being formal. "At the core of Porter & Rye's appeal is its impressive selection of dry-aged beef, sourced from acclaimed butcher John Gilmour. "Expertly aged on-site and flame-grilled to your liking, these cuts – from robust ribeye to the generous Porterhouse – deliver depth of flavour and tenderness that truly set them apart. "The menu is rounded out by an enticing array of starters, sides and sauces designed to complement the star attraction. "Think beef dripping chips with just the right crisp, velvety truffle mash, or seasonal vegetables with a subtle glaze – each dish demonstrating thoughtful preparation and quality produce." Highlighting the service on offer here, the website added: "What truly elevates the experience, however, is the service. "The team is both knowledgeable and personable, offering informed suggestions on wine pairings and ensuring every aspect of your meal is meticulously taken care of. "Their genuine enthusiasm for the craft of hospitality is evident from the moment you arrive." Recommended Reading: The location has also recieved much praise from customers on Tripadvisor with users giving it a 4.5/5 out of 1166 reviews. One person said: "We have been to this restaurant quite a few times over the past few years and we cannot fault them at all. The steaks are the best that we've had in any establishment." Another added: "Excellent steaks. Cocktails served to perfection too. Can't wait to come back." A third wrote: "Absolutely amazing steak; the best in Glasgow!! Not only is the food fantastic but the staff are fab, really friendly, attentive and knowledgeable."
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Yahoo
Grandparents of Oklahoma runaway accused of withholding food; hiding him from his mother
GROVE, Okla. – A Grove couple is accused of using excessive exercise during blistering heat and freezing temperatures as a form of punishment on their 16-year-old grandson, prompting the teen to run away. Missing northeast Oklahoma teen located While there are no physical bruises on Christopher Dunham's body, what his mother and other set of grandparents see is how emaciated and beaten down he is and the emotional toil he says he suffered at the hands of his maternal grandmother, Terri Spencer Clapp, and her husband, Scott. The teen told officials the Clapps also withheld food from him as a form of punishment. Numerous telephone calls and messages to various telephone numbers associated with Terri and Scott Clapp were not returned, or the numbers have been disconnected. Grove Police Chief Mark Morris said his department is conducting a thorough investigation into the allegations and will submit his report to District Attorney Doug Pewitt. 'There were many bizarre and troubling behaviors by the Clapps. Our foremost concern was this child's safety. Grove Police Chief Mark Morris Grove Police began receiving multiple reports of alleged 'bizarre' behavior toward the teen by the Clapps, which, combined with Clapp's refusal to allow a Grove police officer and a child welfare worker into their home. That behavior prompted Morris to obtain a search warrant for the Clapps' residence. Tracy Sanez, Christopher's paternal grandmother, lives in the Kansas City area and helped reunite the teen with his mother. Sanez said in an exclusive interview with FourStatesHomePage, that she is glad he's home with family. 'They kept him away from us for almost two years,' Sanez said, referring to Terry and Scott Clapp. 'They didn't even use his legal last name.' 'I can't imagine what he thought – he probably thought we deserted him,' she said. The 5-foot, 7-inch-tall teenager reportedly weighed 120 pounds when the Clapps reported him missing. Sanez believes he weighs closer to 100 pounds. In the photo above, Dunham is seen eating a hearty meal after being reunited with his mother. Authorities said that Christopher was returned to his mother, Luci Balentine, at the Grove Police Department on Wednesday, after several forensic interviews with police and DHS, and with the approval of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services. 'They just hugged each other and wouldn't let go of each other,' Sanez said, 'He was just shaking.' She said Christopher was seen Thursday by a family doctor for malnourishment and frostbite to his toes. 'We found out they withheld food from him, allowing him one packet of oatmeal for breakfast, a peanut butter sandwich for lunch, and canned pasta for dinner,' Sanez said. Christopher told them he hadn't eaten meat or sugar in almost two years. Sanez said they went to a steakhouse where the teen ate a Porterhouse steak and later Braum's Ice Cream. When the grandfather was mad at the teen, he reportedly took Christopher's mattress and made him sleep on a mat on the floor and forced him to exercise. 'When he was removed from them, he (Christopher) told us, 'I owe him (Scott) 2,000 squats,'' Sanez said. Neighbors reported the teen was forced to mow the Clapps' yard during the summer when heat indexes topped 115 degrees. Other neighbors saw the teen standing outside in the cold rain without a coat, begging to come inside the house and overhearing Terri Clapp telling him to shut up. 'It will take some time for him to heal,' Sanez said. Terri Clapp and her husband, Scott, are Luci's mother and step-father. Sanez said Terri Clapp has alleged her own daughter, Luci, abuses drugs and alcohol, and is, in general, an unfit mother. 'Nothing could be further from the truth,' Sanez said. 'They live in a nice house with a swimming pool in the backyard, and Luci is a schoolteacher working on her PhD. in education.' Social media posts and other research backs up Sanez's statements. The Clapps are accused of constantly berating the teen in front of people, telling people his parents didn't want him, he was no good, and he was just always causing trouble. 'Yes, he does have a temper and could throw things, but it wasn't anything out of the norm,' Sanez said. Sanez believes what started as a summer vacation with grandparents on Grand Lake morphed into Christopher staying with the Clapps to attend Grove Public Schools. The family just thought with Grove schools being smaller than the Independence, Mo. school district, Christopher would benefit from smaller classrooms, she said. 'We tried to locate them, but they kept moving around, and they would never tell us where they were,' Sanez said. 'He never got the gifts or letters we sent – nothing.' The Clapps are accused of isolating him from everyone, forcing him to leave school, saying they were going to homeschool him and have him get his GED. 'They punished him by taking away his GED study guides,' Sanez said. 'He would sneak away and go to the library and study until they put a stop to that.' She said Terri Clapp had medical authorization to take Christopher to the hospital but never had guardianship. Sanez said this was Christopher's third time running away from the Clapps. Christopher went missing on Saturday, February 1st, but the Clapps didn't report him missing to the Grove Police until Sunday. Authorities say the elderly couple then argued with them about releasing his photograph, saying they didn't want his 'other' grandparents to know, referring to Sanez. Sanez said that during his three days of hiding from the Clapps, the teenager would sneak back into the house to eat peanut butter and crackers and then leave. He told police he would sleep at the Honey Creek State Park and inside Walmart, hidden in a toilet paper fort at night. Police Chief Mark Morris said he was notified by the Grove Walmart Security team, who watched over four-and-a-half days of video surveillance tapes. Christopher was not in the store when he was missing from his grandparents' home. Missing Oklahoma teen spent nights in Wal-Mart toilet paper fort On Tuesday, after police searched the Clapps' residence, Christopher snuck back inside the house and was confronted by his grandparents. When Christopher and the Clapps arrived at the Grove Police Department on Wednesday for forensic interviews, the Clapps told him 'to be quick and run in and tell them he was okay,' Sanez said. Sanez said she was told Christopher had a small piece of paper with him with written instructions allegedly from the Clapps about what to say. The police intercepted the note and told Christopher to relax. He wasn't going home with the Clapps. 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