Betty J. Shipman August 18, 1929 – August 25, 2021 A funeral service for Betty J. Shipman will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 30, 2021, at Corwith United Methodist Church. Visitations will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday August 29, 2021 at the Corwith Community Center with an order […]
The modern legacy of close and mutually beneficial relations between Bhutan and India begins with the visit of Pandit Nehru in September 1958. The seed of visitation and friendship germinates and bears fruit until the beginning of the first Five Year Plan of the Bhutan in 1961. Today, India-Bhutan relations transcend diplomatic borders that shape […]
Published on: 08/28/2021 – 08:15 The famous Virunga National Park in DR Congo announced on Friday the birth of a mountain gorilla in this tourist region threatened by armed groups. The birth of a new male baby took place on the morning of August 22, the park’s communications manager, Olivier Mukisya, told AFP. The discovery […]
By Martha Kreeger with contributions from Dr Marlina Rose Selva After a year and a half of devastating job losses and health impacts from the pandemic, Hayward faces tough decisions on the way forward on the path to a fair recovery. Nowhere is this clearer than with two Amazon-offered last mile delivery warehouses near Hayward’s […]
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – One of the most destructive things to our trails is actually very common, but preventable. Colorado Springs Park Rangers remind hikers not to stray off designated trails or take shortcuts to avoid damaging our trails. 11 News walked the Red Rock Canyon open space with park warden Wesley Hermann to […]
Holidaymakers visiting parts of the UK are advised to take Covid side-flow trips before setting out on the trip. The director of public health urged people traveling to the northwest region to make sure they are negative for the virus. Cumbria, which receives many tourists visiting the Lake District each year, is among the areas […]
The startup that turns human ashes into diamonds | Challengers by Freethink www.youtube.com Throughout history, people have disposed of corpses in many ways. Tombs and mounds dating from prehistoric times can be found across the world, often containing both skeletal remains and personal effects. Cremation, the act of reducing corpses to ash and dust, was […]
Scientists filmed the moment a Seychelles giant tortoise – previously thought to be vegetarian – attacked and ate a tern chick in what they say was the first documentation of deliberate hunting in a species of wild turtle. “This is completely unexpected behavior and never seen before in wild turtles,” Justin Gerlach, director of studies […]
UNK graduate Ronald Gonzalez, fourth from right, was interned at Wind Cave National Park in southwest South Dakota this summer and then accepted a full-time ranger position there- low. Courtesy By TYLER ELLYSON, UNK Communications HOT SPRINGS, SD – Ronald Gonzalez has always been interested in wildlife, nature and other “outdoor stuff”. He was born […]
The rugged mountains and immense skies that West Texas is known to extend far beyond the boundaries of the region’s iconic national parks. Fantastic state parks also dot the landscape, providing under the radar places to learn about ranching history, ancient Native American rock art, and views of Rio Grande. From the area surrounding El […]
Published: 08/22/2021 5:00:11 PM In 2014, I visited Martha’s Vineyard and discovered I had a nemesis of the holidays: the osprey. This ubiquitous bird has been seen almost everywhere, but was extremely uncooperative for most of my stay. When I had a camera in my hand, the bird seemed to know how to stay far […]
Cuyahoga Valley National Park has an interesting start. It was not on the radar of many at the turn of the century to become a national park; on the other hand, it was quite the opposite. The area surrounding the park was booming with growth and industry, and the Cuyahoga River had caught fire 13 […]
NEW ORLEANS – It’s a neighborhood bar and restaurant, but for two long weekends each year, Liuzza’s by the Track “regulars” include a bustling crowd of tourists having drinks and settling in for meals on the way to and from the nearby neighborhood New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Co-owner James Gonczi estimates that out-of-town […]
Bainbridge Island is a great day trip away from the hustle and bustle of Seattle, especially if small-town charm is what you’re looking for. While Seattle is a popular tourist destination (and definitely worth a visit), a world outside the bustling city awaits anyone looking to explore a more laid-back vibe off the mainland. Located […]
By David Sharp, Associated Press Harvey Sutton, or “Little Man,†as he’s known on the Appalachian Trail, won’t have long to bask in the glory of hiking its entire length. After all, he started kindergarten on Friday. At 5, Harvey is one of the youngest – and the last of many in recent years – […]
Jennifer Evans Matwijiw1970-2021Jennifer Evans Matwijiw passed away peacefully on August 14, 2021, with her family by her side, after a sudden and unexpected medical incident. Jennifer was born January 24, 1970 in Houston to Arthur F. Evans III and Sandra Evola Evans. She grew up in the Houston area and attended St. Stephens Episcopal Day […]
Some rescues require helicopters to evacuate the injured from the hinterland, look like this SAR mission in 2011 at the El Malpais / NPS National Monument Search and rescue missions are developing in the network of national parks By Lori Sonken When two New Yorkers sightseeing in Alaska left a Talkeetna airfield near Denali National […]
DEATH VALLEY, Calif. (KRON) – A San Francisco man has died while hiking the Golden Canyon Trail in Death Valley National Park, officials said. On August 18, national park staff received a report of suspected heatstroke and ongoing CPR at around 1:40 p.m. A search and rescue was launched and park rangers located the man […]
Environmental officials are trying to free a juvenile humpback whale caught in a net just off the Golden Coast. The locals said 9News the whale was first heard and spotted this morning by surfers just off the popular Snapper Rocks swim site near Coolangatta early this morning. The ongoing rescue operation has been increasingly difficult, […]
A grant of nearly $ 1 million from the National Parks Service will be used to create a new hiking trail in the Hollywood Hills. The trail will be near the John Anson Ford Theater on the east side of Highway 101 in the Cahuenga Pass. The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation […]
ISLAMABAD: The High Court of Islamabad (IHC) observed that government entities and private parties encroached on the protected national park while the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB) and civic agencies made the deaf ears to these serious environmental problems. The sighting came during a hearing Tuesday by IHC Chief Justice Athar Minallah of a petition […]
Research from Charles Darwin University (CDU) has identified ways to improve management of magpie geese to better support mango growers as the Northern Territory enters mango season. PhD student and environmental science researcher Amélie Corriveau recently completed her research studying the movements and diet of the magpie goose, a large, iconic bird most abundant in […]
Sthe cruelty of private providers is welcome, if it is overdue – but the government needs to review its own rules, writes Emma Featherstone. “Eight months. This is the time it has taken for the government to recognize that the prices and practices of private Covid testing companies that the British rely on for international […]
Whether you are here for gorgeous and romantic views or looking to sample from Portugal the best cuisine, the Alentejo has it all. However, don’t forget to visit the historical sites as well. There are a number of towering castles and other educational attractions that will interest you and your whole family. MONTREAL, August 9, […]
Longtime locals may have noticed an influx of people on the hiking trails around Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley this summer. In the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness, where use has nearly quadrupled in the past 10 years, the US Forest Service is expanding its permit system and offering new fees for overnight camping at several […]
The Scottish Highlands, St. Ives and London were revealed as the UK’s most family friendly destinations in 2021, as part of Vrbo’s Family Friendly Destinations 2021 campaign. Over 4,000 votes from members of the UK public were collected to identify the best destinations for a family holiday. As a global expert in family vacation rentals […]
A Californian family’s vacation to Lake Powell ended in tragedy when the father managed to save his children from drowning, but couldn’t save himself. According to a statement from Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, the family of four had rented a ski boat to tour the lake. They stopped in the Warm Creek Bay area […]
A 1970s-inspired cocktail bar battled fierce competition from a bra boutique and fairytale castle to be crowned Shed of the Year. Creme de Menthe, a mint green entry from social media influencer Danielle Zarb-Cousin, beat more than 300 entries to win the 2021 Cuprinol Shed of the Year top prize after a public vote. The […]
Search and rescue teams were still looking for a hiker in Olympic National Park on Friday after she disappeared Wednesday morning. Cheri Keller, 56, of Olympia, was last seen by her group of hikers at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday near Home Sweet Home Camp, located in the park’s southeast region. Keller was with four other backpackers […]
Which hiking pants are the best? Whether you hike a few trails in your local park in the heat of summer or embark on a weekend camping trip in the winter, it’s important to tailor the equipment to your surroundings and be prepared to take on the challenge. all the elements. Whether it’s number of […]
Matthew Keezer visits Cancun MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, August 6, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ – Cancun is probably one of the most famous tourist spots in the world. Tourists from the United States flock to this Mexican hotspot to experience the many and varied attractions designed to appeal to tourists of all types. As a visitor to this […]
As anyone who has ever tried eating French fries on a beach will attest, flight is not an uncommon behavior among birds. In fact, many birds are very good at daring and cheeky flight. Scientists have documented several species of birds, including magpies, winter birds and black kites, looting everything from discarded plastic to expensive […]
Details Last update: Friday, 06 August 2021 05:57 August 6, 2021 – Mineral, CA – An emergency closure is in place for the entire Lassen Volcanic National Park due to the Dixie Fire, which is active in the remote eastern part of the park. “The temporary closure guarantees firefighters unimpeded access to all areas of […]
If you’re driving through Colorado soon, be prepared for a two-hour detour, however you cut it. Since Thursday, when several mudslides and floods rocked Glenwood Canyon, Interstate 70 between Dotsero and Rifle has been closed to traffic. The timing of the reopening of the state’s main artery along this section is still undetermined. The Colorado […]
Betty J. (Horn) Lehr, 99, of Sayre, Pa., Passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 18, 2021 at the Athens Health and Rehabilitation Center after living a happy and fulfilling life. She was born January 18, 1922 in Sayre, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Frank and Laura Horn. Betty was a graduate of Sayre High School […]
A family in China watched in horror as their car rolled down a cliff. A terrifying video shows the moment a family rushed out of their vehicle as he hurtled down the edge of a cliff in China. According to the Daily Mail, the family had parked their car on Xinjiang’s Duku Expressway to enjoy […]
The gate to Arches National Park will be closed on weekday mornings last month, as it’s often the morning after parking lots and trails fill up quickly. Claire Harbor / NPR Hide captions Change subtitles Claire Harbor / NPR The gate to Arches National Park will be closed on weekday mornings last month, as it’s […]
PHOENIX (3TV / CBS 5) – The extreme heat is back this week, and the city of Phoenix is ​​testing its new policy, shutting down popular valley hiking trails for much of the day. Last month, the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board approved a pilot program, closing trails on Piestewa Peak and Camelback Mountain during […]
Spartanburg, SC (WSPA) – The National Park Service is directing some of its resources to Duncan Park in the City of Spartanburg to help with revitalization. The grant opens the door to expert consultations. Duncan Park located within the city limits of Spartanburg has historic charm and ample opportunity for growth. The momentum generated by […]
Snowdonia National Park has beaten a number of other popular sites to be named the UK’s best. A new study has looked at several factors to crown Cenedlaethol Eryri Park as the number one national park. The review compared data including size, popularity, allowed trails for walking, places to eat, biodiversity, tallest mountains, castles and […]
Ayer Marion Pauline (Keyes) Peck, 90, of Natick MA passed away peacefully. Born December 22, 1930 in Hamtramck, MI to the late Cass and Frances Keyes. She met and married her husband Bruce E. Peck Jr., in Hamtramck, in love since high school. They lived in Detroit Michigan, Southern California and Arlington MA before settling […]
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It’s like the Walmart version of a red light special. Where are my K-Mart employees? Think about all the times you stop at Speedway for a drink at the fountain and see an unattended police car or ambulance while it is running. It never occurred to me that I could just jump in one of […]
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SAITAMA – There is definitely a UConn flavor in the women’s basketball played at the Tokyo Games. The school that has dominated women’s college hoops for the past two decades has branched out internationally with former female players representing not only the United States, but France and Canada as well. It is not a coincidence. […]
Attendance at national parks is increasing and should continue to grow throughout the summer. Great Smoky Mountains National Park experiences high monthly visitor numbers, suggesting we could surpass 2019’s record 12.5 million visitors by the end of 2021. Even during the 2020 lockdown, the number of GSMNP visitors reached 12 million. Like many parks and […]