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Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
City of Green Bay seeks community ideas for St. John's Park revamp
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Green Bay's Parks Department is inviting residents, downtown workers, and park lovers to share their ideas for the future of historic St. John's Park. According to a press release from the Green Bay's Parks Department, a public meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at City Hall's Council Chambers located on 100 N. Jefferson St. Application for Class B liquor license in Green Bay open upon release The city is working on a long-term master plan to guide the park's development over the next 10, 20, and 50 years. Attendees will learn about the planning process, review current park conditions, and discuss ideas for amenities like playgrounds, gardens, gathering spaces, and public art. If you can't make the meeting, a short online survey will be available for one week afterward at Whether you live nearby or visit occasionally, your input will help shape the park's future. Parks Director Dan Ditscheit We Energies urges balloon safety after 14k lose power in 2025 The meeting location is ADA-accessible, and interpretation services are available upon request with 48 hours' notice. For questions or comments, contact the Parks Department at 920-448-3365 or parks@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
ABC News
05-07-2025
- Health
- ABC News
Healthcare trumps stadium as top election issue for these Tasmanians
While the proposed Macquarie Point stadium has dominated discussion among ABC Your Say respondents, for many voters health remains front of mind ahead of the Tasmanian state election. A YouGov poll asked 1,287 Tasmanians to rank their top three issues at the election, with 22 per cent listing "investing more in health" as their number one issue. Your Say participant Deanna Kruup is speaking out about her experience with Tasmania's health system in the hope that the next government will address shortfalls. After a complicated and high-risk pregnancy, Ms Kruup developed severe postpartum depression. She wanted to be admitted to the three-bed mother and baby unit at the Royal Hobart Hospital, but was told she was not eligible. After five months and a number of referrals, she managed to access help through the Perinatal and Infant Mental Health outpatient service. "Even though I was accepted eventually that's lost time I'll never get back with my son where I was just so unwell." She is concerned other women will not be able to access the help they need when they need it. Ms Kruup said her experience has had a big impact on her life. "It's something that's going to stay with me for a long time and I would love to have another baby, and now I am really worried about what's going to happen next time." Earlier this year the state government announced it would transfer its three existing Royal Hobart Hospital beds and create an expanded mother and baby unit at St John's Park in New Town. There were also plans to establish a new mother and baby unit in the north of the state. Both are yet to happen. Fiona MacFarlane said she and her family could "write a book about all the negative experiences that we've had with the Tasmanian health system". Ms MacFarlane suffers from kidney failure and is approaching end-stage renal failure. According to the 2021 Census, 37.5 per cent of people living in Tasmania had a long-term health condition, compared with 31.7 per cent of Australians. These conditions include arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, cancer and kidney disease. With the prospect of needing dialysis three days a week in the future, Ms MacFarlane decided to move from Tasmania to Brisbane. Ms MacFarlane has anxiety and depression because of her chronic health condition. She has spent time at the former St Helen's Private Hospital for mental health care. But after it closed in 2023, Ms MacFarlane felt there would be little support for her ongoing mental health needs. Ms MacFarlane would like to see money invested in more urgent care clinics in suburban areas, a modern renal unit, and more beds in public and private mental health services. "The government could prioritise health instead of utopian visions for the future which includes a sports stadium, which is a luxury item, it's frivolous, we don't need it," she said. Mary from Tasmania's north-west agrees. "My husband has cancer and has to travel to Hobart [four hours away]," she said. But Vin from Hobart shared a different view with the ABC's Your Say: "We need the stadium, health swallows $10 million per day, $370 million will be 37 days of health spend and won't fix the so-called health crisis." The Rockliff government had said it would cap the state government contribution to the stadium at $375 million. There are 65,939 Tasmanians waiting to see a specialist in the public health system. The ABC has heard from people facing long waits to have conditions diagnosed and treated. "Wife has been on waiting list to see a neurosurgeon for four years," one person wrote to Your Say. "I have also been waiting to see a neurosurgeon for neck face and head pain for four years now. I receive a text every now and then to see if I want to stay on the list!" another wrote. There are also shortages and long waits to see specialists in the private sector as some Your Say contributors have found. "I want to see a massive change in the availability of paediatrics. My son has lived with ADHD his whole life," Allan said. "It's been confirmed by a psychologist but they can't prescribe medication, and everyone's books are closed." There are 8,990 Tasmanians on the elective surgery wait list as of May this year. Ruth from Launceston said she has been "waiting over four years for major surgery." Dan Geneste has physical and mental disabilities and spends a lot of time dealing with the health system. She was taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital for mental health issues and waited 12 hours to see a psychiatrist. "After that, I had to wait another 12-ish hours before I was transferred to the mental health ward." Ms Geneste also struggled to get a diagnosis for ADHD, waiting two years to see a psychiatrist. But she has been unable to continue taking medication for ADHD because she is still waiting for her next appointment with a psychiatrist to get a new prescription. Health will be a big factor in deciding her vote at the upcoming July 19 election. The ABC has heard from people struggling to access diagnostic screening services. "All the diagnostic tests I need are either not available in the north of the state and only available in Hobart with extensive wait lists, or the machines are 'broken' or there is no trained personnel available to perform these tests," Lin said. "It is such a sad state of affairs." Carol shared with the ABC her month-long wait to have a contrast mammogram after being diagnosed with malignant invasive breast cancer. "This is impacting on the surgery that I need and is adding extra stress which is a very stressful and frightening time that I am facing." The Liberals have made a series of health pledges early on in the election campaign. The big ticket item is 250 new hospital beds through a northern health complex linked to the Launceston General Hospital. The Liberals have also promised install a CT scanner at St Helens District Hospital If re-elected, the Liberals would provide four new free-of-charge breast screening clinics for those aged 50-74 years, living in Kingborough, Devonport, Triabunna and Glenorchy. The party has also promised to allow GPs to diagnose, treat and manage ADHD. Labor has promised to quarantine $120 million in funding for digital health upgrades. But the party is yet to release its full list of health policies and promises. Among the Greens pledges is a plan to increase funding for community nurses by 50 per cent and expand the renal unit in the Launceston suburb of Kings Meadows. View the Tasmanian health system dashboard for data about wait times, admissions and other information
CTV News
04-07-2025
- CTV News
Police investigating after man shot by unknown suspect
A Winnipeg police vehicle is photographed at a scene in Winnipeg, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski Winnipeg police officers are investigating after a man was shot walking along the riverbank Tuesday night. According to police, a man in his 30s was walking near St. John's Park toward the Redwood Bridge just before 8 p.m. when he was confronted and shot from behind by an unknown man. Police said the victim did not see the suspect. The victim ran to Main Street and called police. He was taken to hospital and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Police canvassed the area, but did not find the suspect. Anyone in the area with information is being asked to contact the major crimes unit at 204-986-6219.
News.com.au
25-06-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Hawkesbury preview: Will Freedman finds suitable race for Cold Brew to score maiden win
Trainer Will Freedman knows Cold Brew has the form to suggest he's the horse to beat in Thursday's St Johns Park Bowling Club Midway Maiden Plate (1300m) but needs to see his consistent gelding put potential into practice. Cold Brew is set to line up as the shortest-price favourite on the provincial card as a red-hot $1.45 elect in his second up assignment. The son of former two-year-old Triple Crown winner Pierro is yet to breakthrough in five attempts but has shown potential, finishing runner-up on four occasions already during his young career. Freedman, who trains with his father Richard, is now eager to see Cold Brew score a confidence boosting success and believes his stable have found a suitable race to get on the board after scratching him from Wednesday's Randwick Kensington meeting. 'With the benefit of hindsight, maybe we wouldn't have nominated for the race on Wednesday because I think he wants the 1300m,' Freedman said. 'I think he wants to travel for a little bit longer and settle a little bit closer. 'On paper he reads too good for that field but we have to see it.' Cold Brew has had a tendency to lay in during his races and that was on display when the gelding chased home Duke Of Arrakis in his first-up second on the Kensington course. Freedman hopes an ideal draw in barrier one 'disincentivise the laying in' and allow Cold Brew to land in a comfortable position in the run. 'He will settle where he is comfortable because I want him to travel for a bit,' he said. 'He lays in when he gets put under pressure a little bit too much. I think if he can balance up and travel for a little bit before being asked, he will probably run a lot straighter and be much more professional. 'I am sure Jason (Collett) will be able to manage that but he can get on the wrong leg and still does a few things wrong but the longer straight at Hawkesbury will suit him.' Duke Of Arrakis causes an upset in the first race at Randwick for @Reganbayliss — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) June 11, 2025 There are similarities with both Freedman runners on the card with stablemate Miss Judas also hunting a breakthrough success after a string of near misses. Miss Judas, a daughter of Microphone, has placed in five of her 11 starts to date and returns from a break in the Fowler Civil Contracting Maiden Plate (1000m). 'It's a similar story with her but we've taken the approach that she is quite a good fresh horse,' Freedman said. 'She trialled well. 'I can understand why they like the Godolphin runner (Efharisto) but I think our filly had a lot of improvement out of that trial and I think she will run accordingly. 'She hasn't always been the soundest horse in the world and has always had niggling issues that she has had to manage but this prep it seems like she is got a better run of health and is able to extend and let down a little better.' Miss Judas was forced to lug big weights for much of her last preparation, including a 61kg impost in a first-up second over 900m at Muswellbrook in January. Freedman expects she will be better suited with 57kg on her back this time in. 'She restricted to those Plate conditions otherwise she just gets a mountain of weight that she can't overcome,' he said. 'She is well placed again.' Bookies rate Miss Judas as a $2.80 second elect with Godolphin's comeback galloper Efharisto heading the betting at $2.30 and Zing To Me at $4.60. Efharisto has not been seen at the races for a massive 586-days and was last seen finishing runner-up to Erno's Cube in the Max Lees Classic at Newcastle in November of 2023. Lee paints a positive picture of Master Artist A change of scenery in 'easier' surroundings has trainer Stephen Lee optimistic about new arrival Master Artist's first-up prospects at Lismore on Thursday. Master Artist was previously trained in the Riverina with Michael Travers but has made the moved north to take up a slot in Lee's Ballina barn. The son of Flying Artie was runner-up in two of his three starts for his former trainer and will get the opportunity to break through for the new yard in the North Coast Flooring Maiden Plate (1100m). 'He was playing up a little bit going onto the track and things like that so they brought him up here to also get a bit of an easier jurisdiction as well,' Lee said. 'He had a jumpout with Michael before he came up and had another little jumpout here. We haven't trialled him because he had the jumpout down there and a trial as well but he has had some grass work. The jumpout brought him along nicely.' A wet winter in Northern NSW means Master Artist will face rain affected conditions but the trainer isn't concerned. Master Artist was a narrow runner-up on a Heavy 9 track at Wagga last prep and is also placed on soft going. 'He has got some heavy form so that's why we will go around,' Lee said. 'I know he is first-up but he has had a bit of work so he should be ready to go.' Beautiful Jo is another horse in her first preparation for Lee and lines up for her second start for the stable from barrier 13 in the The Lismore App Maiden Handicap (1200m). Lee was impressed with the daughter of Rothesay's first-up showing when she got back from a tricky draw before doing her best work late to finish sixth in a 1200m event at Casino. 'She is drawn wide again but her run the other day was really good,' Lee said. 'Hopefully she doesn't get too far back but she will have to go back from the draw and I think she should race well too. 'We will get out wide at Lismore. We came through them the other day on that bad track at Casino but we will probably get out a little bit in the middle of the track this time so she will get a crack at them.' Apprentice Shae Wilkes rides Beautiful Jo with Justin Huxtable on Master Artist.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Popular Hedge End paddling pool reopens for the summer
A beloved paddling pool in Hedge End has reopened for children and families to enjoy. Hundreds are set to flock to St Johns Park in Hedge End this weekend to use the pool facilities as the sun is set to be shining down on Southampton. Hedge End Town Council announced that the paddling pool was back open on its Facebook page. READ MORE: Redbridge flyover to close for emergency works this weekend A spokesperson for Hedge End Town Council said: "We're thrilled to say that the Paddling Pool is open. "What better way to enjoy this lovely, sunny weather please park at the former Budgens supermarket car park in Wildern Lane and be considerate to nearby residents. "The pool is open seven days a week 10am until 6pm and for children up to 12 years old." Speaking on Facebook, one Hedge End resident added: "Be a nice day out with a picnic and and an ice cream."
