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CTV News
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Vintage boat show makes a splash at the Wharf in Gravenhurst
An antique boat is docked at The Wharf in Gravenhurst, Ont. ahead of the Vintage Boat Show being held on Sat. July 12, 2025. The 43rd Annual Vintage Boat Show will motor its way into Gravenhurst this weekend at the Wharf. The event will take place Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is free to the public. Mike Gridley, communication director for The Antique and Classic Boat Society (ACBS) Toronto, said there is a pent-up demand for these types of shows. 'Over 120 boats have already registered for the show,' said Gridley. 'So we're going to have full docks, full displays on land, everything from over 100 years old, originally steam powered boats up to classic glass.' With limited parking, attendees will have options to get down to The Wharf with shuttle buses running from the recreation centre, and the city centre office. 'Our mission is to preserve the history, preserve the boats for future generations, and put on a show to let the public enjoy these fantastic wooden, fiberglass boats,' said Gridley. The day will feature vendors, a flea market, a car show, as well as boats currently for sale. There will also be numerous activities for kids of all ages, including paddle carving and a ride-along program. 'You can sign up to take a ride in a vintage boat - in an antique boat - for free, which will be running in the morning for a few hours and again in the afternoon on Saturday,' said Gridley. The vintage boat show is the largest of its kind in Canada, with an impressive variety of vessels. 'When you see somebody that's not seen these boats before, you kind of watch them stop dead in their tracks because they're works of art,' said Gridley. 'They are hand-drawn lines and hand-built masterpieces and the restoration shops in this area do a phenomenal job of bringing them back to life and preserving them and keeping them going forward for the future.'
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jekyll Island Club and Ocean Club Resorts Hot Deals and Cool Events Make for the Chillest Summer on Record
JEKYLL ISLAND, Ga., June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer's officially begun on Jekyll Island and families are flocking to the Jekyll Island Club and Ocean Club Resorts to land the best vacation values ever offered. Vacations are a whole lot more palatable for the family bookkeeper when there's free food involved, so kids under 12 eat free at both resorts through Labor Day when accompanied by a full-paying adult. Children will be able to choose from a select menu including all the summer favorites – hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken tenders and more including the all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet served daily at the Grand Dining Room. Lunch and dinner are served daily at 80 Ocean Kitchen and Bar, the Pool House and the Wharf. Combine that free food deal with Mystery on the Marsh, a week of family-focused fun June 29 – July 3, when young hotel guests also receive a free spy kit including a magnifying glass to use on an island scavenger hunt. Kids can also search for treasure chests then paint the boxes before filling them with a scoop of treasure at the concierge desk. Specially marked doubloons can also be exchanged for up to $50 in resort credits, and there will be free ice cream pool side for all participants. The week's activities culminate with a family-friendly Diamond Heist Mystery Dinner full of surprises, secrets, laughs and twists, where eveyone's a suspect, until the real thief is finally revealed. No kids in tow? Adults can get in on the fun by playing along with a more challenging scavenger hunt. Figure out all of the clues to win fun prizes and be entered into a drawing for a free night's stay. The annual, free wheeling Jekyll Island Independence Day Bike parade gets the holiday weekend rolling at 9 a.m. on July 4th with historic club member and founder of the Jekyll Island bicycle society, Jean Struthers Sears, leading the way. Guests can pose for selfies and enjoy a red white and blue pedal around the grounds before launching into a full calendar of food, fun, fireworks and more. Hotel guests and the general public are invited to BYOBike or rent a bike and decorations from Jekyll Wheels. The fun continues Friday July 4th at 5 p.m. with a Beachside Bash at the Jekyll Island Beach Pavilion on Beachview Drive. No reservations required for this drop-in party featuring a la carte food, drink, games and live music. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the cool ocean breeze and stay for the fireworks. Rock the Dock Friday and Saturday, July 4 & 5 at the Wharf. Liberate your taste buds with delicious barbecue, seafood, a curated selection of local brews, live music and more. The fun starts at noon and runs through 9 p.m. nightly Hotel guests can are invited to toast the end of the day with a champagne sabering from the spacious verandaT hursday through Saturday at 5 p.m. The summer on Jekyll Island has never been cooler. For reservations and additional information, please visit About Jekyll Island Club Resort Built in 1886, the Jekyll Island Club opened in 1888 as an exclusive winter getaway for America's elite whose members included J.P. Morgan, William Rockefeller, Joseph Pulitzer, the Vanderbilts, Goulds, and Astors. Today, the Jekyll Island Club Resort is a spectacular combination of Gilded Age glamor and modern luxury, seamlessly blending eye-catching architecture, classic Southern charm, outdoor recreation, and American history into a single, vibrant experience. The resort is a member of Historic Hotels of America and is a National Historic Landmark. In 2003, the Jekyll Island Club Resort was named one of America's "Dozen Distinctive Destinations'' by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The historic Jekyll Island Club offers 159 guest rooms, with four dozen spread among three historic cottages; four restaurants and bars, chief among them the AAA Four Diamond-rated Grand Dining Room; enhanced meeting, wedding, and event spaces; and a wealth of onsite recreation. In the Summer of 2017, the Resort added the Jekyll Ocean Club, an all-suite contemporary hotel with endless views of the Atlantic Ocean. The only oceanfront boutique hotel on Jekyll Island welcomes travelers with beach-inspired design, expansive living spaces, and a wealth of amenities, including an oceanfront restaurant, Eighty Ocean Kitchen and Bar, a stylish beachfront swimming pool, and indoor and outdoor venues sized for small meetings and gatherings. For general information or accommodations at the Jekyll Island Club Resort, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Jekyll Island Club Resort Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Int'l Cricket Council
25-03-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Two new faces join the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires
The International Cricket Council (ICC) have announced updates to the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires, with Allahudien Paleker and Alex Wharf joining the panel, while Michael Gough and Joel Wilson make way for the two new entrants. Allahudien Paleker, a former first-class cricketer from South Africa, has officiated on-field in four Tests, 23 ODIs and 67 T20Is in men's international cricket and a total of 17 women's international games - having also officiated at major ICC tournaments such as Men's T20 World Cup 2024, and the Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2024. Alex Wharf brings a wealth of experience from his 16-year first-class career - having also featured in 13 ODIs for England. Wharf has officiated on-field in seven Tests, 33 ODIs, and 45 T20Is in men's international cricket - having stood at the recent ICC Men's and Women's Cricket World Cups, the respective Men's and Women's T20 World Cups in 2024, and the Men's Champions Trophy 2025. ICC Chair Jay Shah gave his warm wishes to the two new entrants, Paleker and Wharf, while also thanking the outgoing umpires, Gough and Wilson. 'By definition, being an elite official brings with it scrutiny and pressure, but we are confident that both Allahuddien and Alex possess the temperament, experience and skill to deliver consistently at this very top level," Shah said. "On behalf of the ICC, I wish them all the best for the upcoming season as well as for the future. 'We would also like to place on record our sincere thanks to both Joel and Michael for their services to the world game, over a number of years.' WATCH: In the umpires shoes at the 2024 T20 World Cup A glance at the day in the life of an umpire. Palekar expressed his gratitude for the promotion and acknowledged the support of his mentors, colleagues, and family. 'This is a significant moment in my umpiring career. It's an honour to be named in the elite panel, and I look forward to reposing the faith shown in me. Being on this panel brings both pride and responsibility, but I am confident that my experience officiating across formats will stand me in good stead," he said. 'I would like to take this opportunity to thank my family, friends, coaches, mentors, the ICC, and Cricket South Africa for backing me and all my colleagues who supported me over the years. "To my father, Jamalodien, who was also an umpire. He is my inspiration and role model; his teachings have brought me to this stage. "Lastly, to my wife Shakira, you have been through this incredible journey with me. I want to thank you for all the sacrifices, support, and patience you've shown; you have been my pillar of strength." WATCH: What Makes A Brilliant Umpire Umpires have one of the toughest jobs in cricket and the Emirates Elite Panel of ICC Umpires are the best umpires in the business. Learn what makes a great umpire and why it's such an important role in cricket. Wharf acknowledged the guidance and support he has received throughout his career. 'I want to express my heartfelt thanks to the ICC and ECB for the opportunities they've provided over the years. I am truly appreciative of their guidance and constant support," he noted. 'This milestone would not have been possible without the amazing colleagues who have shared their expertise with me and those who have supported me both on and off the field. I look forward to continuing to learn from and work alongside them as I embark on this exciting new chapter in my career.' Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Umpires (2025-26): Kumar Dharmasena (Sri Lanka), Christopher Gaffaney (New Zealand), Adrian Holdstock (South Africa), Richard Illingworth (England), Richard Kettleborough (England), Nitin Menon (India), Allahuddien Paleker (South Africa), Ahsan Raza (Pakistan), Paul Reiffel (Australia), Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid (Bangladesh), Rodney Tucker (Australia), Alex Wharf (England).
BBC News
25-03-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Ex-Glamorgan player Wharf handed umpiring promotion
Former Glamorgan and England all rounder Alex Wharf has been promoted to the elite panel of international umpires by the 49-year-old has officiated on-field in seven Tests, 33 ODIs, and 45 T20Is in men's international cricket and his experience includes the recent men's and women's World and South Africa's Allahudien Palaker replace Michael Gough of England and West Indies' Joel Wilson on the elite panel."I want to express my heartfelt thanks to the ICC and ECB for the opportunities they've provided over the years," said Wharf"I am truly appreciative of their guidance and constant support."Bradford-born Wharf won 13 England ODI caps during a 10 year spell at Glamorgan, after previously playing for Yorkshire and joins fellow Englishmen Richard Kettleborough and Richard Illingworth in the 12-strong elite group. "This milestone would not have been possible without the amazing colleagues who have shared their expertise with me and those who have supported me both on and off the field," added Wharf."I look forward to continuing to learn from and work alongside them as I embark on this exciting new chapter in my career."
South China Morning Post
13-03-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Wharf swings to 2024 loss as mainland China write-downs add to sales slump, office glut
Wharf (Holdings) swung to a loss last year after the commercial property developer wrote down the value of its projects in mainland China amid the nation's real estate slump. Advertisement The owner of Times Square shopping centre and office towers in Hong Kong's Causeway Bay reported a loss of HK$3.22 billion (US$414 million), from a HK$945 million profit, after a write-down of as much as HK$5.99 billion from the revaluation of its investment properties. Its underlying net profit, a reflection of the company's business operations after excluding revaluations, fell 21.5 per cent to HK$2.8 billion. It set aside HK$2.02 billion in impairment provision, according to a Hong Kong stock exchange filing on Thursday Wharf's shares fell 4.7 per cent to HK$19.40 each in Hong Kong, after plunging as much as 8.8 per cent in the biggest intraday drop since November 2022. The Times Square shopping centre in Causeway Bay on 3 April 2024. Photo: Yik Yeung-man. 'Despite various government policy measures to strengthen the residential market and boost buying sentiment, sales remained slow as policy effects needed time to materialise,' Wharf said, adding that the office inventory moved slowly with minimal market demand. The rebuilding of consumer confidence remains 'challenging', the company said.
