The patron saint festivities of Purissima Xiqueta of Benissa came to an end on May 5, leaving a blissful mark on all who participated. After an extensive programme of traditional rituals and live entertainment, the festivity culminated with a commemorative procession in honour of the 400th anniversary of the Purissima Xiqueta´s arrival to Benissa. Families […]
United Way of Bartholomew County leaders expect the nearly complete 2023-‘24 fundraising campaign to finish somewhere near last year’s $4.17 million mark. And that total will be celebrated from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the nonprofit’s free annual meeting June 18 at The Commons in downtown Columbus. Continue reading at The Republic News.
Security guards had mobilised in front of the City Ground stands in anticipation of a pitch invasion to celebrate Premier League survival but when the final whistle came, Nottingham Forest fans stayed in their seats. They are almost there but still require one final game to secure their top-flight status. It made for a bizarre atmosphere at the end of a thrilling game.]]>
Former Sunderland and Hartlepool United man Luke Molyneux has been offered a new contract at Doncaster Rovers. The attacking midfielder came through the youth ranks at the Academy of Light, joining the club back in 2014. Molyneux spent three senior seasons with Sunderland, playing once in the Championship, twice in League One and once in the Carabao Cup. After loans with Gateshead and Hartlepool United, Molyneux was released by Sunderland while the club were languishing in League One. The player...
As Manchester United’s players walked around the pitch after the final whistle to show their appreciation for the supporters they have put through the mill over the past nine months, you had to wonder how many of them have played their last game for the club at Old Trafford.]]>
After losing to Chelsea in last year's FA Cup final, Manchester United Women stormed to a 4-0 win against Tottenham this time around to claim their first major trophy. The team celebrated on and off the pitch with the usual singing and champagne spraying. Continue reading
US Ryder Cup hero Thomas has twice won golf's first major of the year, in 2017 and 2022, and speaking at Valhalla Golf Club ahead of the 2024 event Thomas was quizzed in his press conference about the Whites' promotion bid. Thomas, who along with fellow major winner Jordan Speith bought a minority stake in Leeds ownership group 49ers Enterprises last year, will be watching from Louisville, Kentucky on Thursday having completed his first round. "I'm very excited about my morning tee time on...
It's not every day that a business marks its 120th anniversary – but that's one much-loved Edinburgh institution has achieved. Hanover Healthfoods, located at 40 Hanover Street, was founded as ‘Health Goods Depot’ in 1904. Its longevity tells an inspiring story about how microbusinesses can survive. The first UK health store opened in Birmingham in 1898 and Edinburgh was not far behind it. Cases of food adulteration in the late Victorian period were rife, therefore, many people began to embrace...
Former Leeds United goalkeeper Joel Robles is celebrating promotion after helping Al-Qadsiah out of the Saudi Arabian second tier. Robles signed a deal with Al-Qasiah last summer, with the club being coached by former Leeds striker Robbie Fowler at the time, and in doing so turned down the chance to train with Leeds following the expiration of his Elland Road contract. It's fair to say that decision has more than paid off for him with the Spaniard helping the club to claim a spot in the Saudi...
Drey Wright: St Johnstone need to 'go for it' as they seek another
The DStv Premiership midweek action resumes as the league reaches its conclusion with the likes of Cape Town Spurs battling to keep their hopes alive to remain in the top-flight, while Kaizer Chefs look to remain in the top eight.
Jhon Duran came off the bench to earn Aston Villa a 3-3 draw against Liverpool . Gary Neville ran around the studio in delight after the striker's second goal. Arsenal are the real deal regardless of what happens in the title race - Listen to the