Christmas News Monitoring

Real $300K price tag to replace Kelowna's 2 fake Christmas trees

It wasn’t a letter to Santa, but rather one to council, that asked why the city is spending $300,000 on artificial Christmas trees instead of real thing. Council approved the expenditure, at its May 26 meeting, to replace artifical trees that go up every …

Christmas rom-com with live orchestra to open in Poole

The Holiday will be presented in a unique concert format, with the musical score performed by a full orchestra. This show will accompany the film on a high-definition cinema screen. The tour will begin in Poole on Thursday, December 4 and will visit a …

Families Pulling Back Holiday Plans Ahead of Disney’s Christmas Announcement

If you were hoping Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party would be your family’s big holiday splurge this year, it might be time to start tempering expectations—or padding the budget. Disney hasn’t officially released ticket prices for the 2025 edition of the …

Oh, Christmas tree! How pricey are your branches

Ho, ho, holy cow!   Replacement of Kelowna’s two city-owned artificial Christmas trees will cost taxpayers $300,000.  The expense struck at least one councillor as extravagant during revisions to the 2025 budget made during Monday’s meeting.  “Why are we …

Promotional feature: Not just for Christmas: Unlocking confectionery sales with year-round gifting

The UK confectionery market is now worth over £2 billion and growing +4.4% in convenience[1] sector alone. This surge presents a growing opportunity for independent retailers to tap into rising consumer demand with high-performing, versatile brands. From …

Did Kid Cudi claim Diddy broke into his house and unwrapped his family’s Christmas presents? Viral tweet explored

Kid Cudi took the stand in Diddy's sex trafficking and racketeering trial on May 22, 2025, after being mentioned in the testimony of the rapper's former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. While various statements from Cudi's 2-hour-long testimony have …

Corporate Christmas Party Venues That Impress Clients and Teams

The end-of-year corporate Christmas party is more than just a festive gathering. It’s a moment to celebrate team achievements, strengthen relationships, and leave a lasting impression on clients and colleagues. One of the most crucial elements that sets …

Man found dead by neighbour delivering Christmas card

Simon Watton was found collapsed on the floor of his home in Hickling in December last year, although it is unclear precisely when he died. An inquest into his death heard that Mr Watton, who was 50, had been living at the property for the past two months …

Prison for man arrested on Christmas Day with more than £5,000 worth of cocaine

A man who was arrested on Christmas Day after being found with more than £5,000 worth of cocaine has been jailed. Police received a call at about 10.30am on December 25 from a friend of Kenneth Gowler, 36, reporting that their car had been moved from their …

Crowder State Park to host Christmas in July event

Crowder State Park, located west of Trenton, will host its annual Christmas in July celebration from July 11 through July 13. Festivities will begin Friday with a campsite decorating event. Campers are encouraged to bring holiday-themed decorations to …

One month behind bars for man found with £5,000 worth of cocaine on Christmas day

Police received a call at about 10.30am on December 25 from a friend of Kenneth Gowler, 36, reporting that their car had been moved from their driveway. At about 7pm, officers located the car in Wisbech, with Gowler, 36, sitting in the back seat. Officers …

AirPods Pro 2 drop to £189 on Amazon – cheapest price since Christmas

This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Apple doesn’t often do discounts – which is why this £40 price drop on its best wireless …

I’m a LEGO nut and built Home Alone set at Christmas… here’s how I’ll celebrate Euro glory, says Chelsea’s Levi Colwill

LEVI COLWILL will go from dreamland to LEGOLAND if he tops a sensational week with Chelsea by winning the Conference League. LEGO nut Colwill, 22, scored the only goal in Sunday’s win at Nottingham Forest to fire the Blues back into the Champions League. 2 …

Kelowna to spend $300K on pair of artificial Christmas trees

Photo: Madison Reeve/file Rutland Christmas tree to be replaced The City of Kelowna will spend $300,000 to replace two aging Christmas trees. The trees in Stuart Park and Rutland Centennial Park serve as the centrepiece of annual holiday light-up …

MICHAEL SWEET Is 'So Excited' About STRYPER's Upcoming Christmas Album: 'It's Gonna Be Awesome'

Christian rockers STRYPER enter the studio in late April to begin recording their first-ever full-length Christmas album. The 10-song effort will include five original Christmas tracks and five traditional Christmas cuts, including remakes of "Reason …

Local Christmas icon remembered

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Parents all over the Rochester region are saddened to learn of the passing of a jolly man from Colorado who brought joy to so many children here during the holiday season. Jerry Julian will forever be known as Rochester’s True …

Local Christmas icon remembered on Memorial Day

Midge Ure makes shocking admission about Do They Know It’s Christmas?

Co-written in 1984 by Midge Ure – also known as James ‘Midge’ Ure – and Bob Geldof, the holiday classic was created to raise money for the 1983 to 1985 famine in Ethiopia and was first recorded by Band Aid, a supergroup which included Bono, George Michael, …

This 8-day Cruise Takes You to Some of Europe's Most Festive Christmas Markets—and You Can Buy Tickets Now

Diego Martin Lopez/Getty Images A Christmas market in a square in Strasbourg, France. Luxury tour company Abercrombie & Kent is launching a new holiday river cruise, "Christmas Markets on the Rhine." The voyage calls upon storybook …

FEMA Inspecting Homes Affected by March and April Storms

LITTLE ROCK – After Arkansas residents apply for FEMA assistance, a home inspection may be necessary to verify damage from the March 14-15 or April 2-22 severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. Homeowners and renters in Greene, Hot Spring, Independence, …

FEMA, SBA and the State of Texas Are Opening Disaster Recovery Centers in South Texas

AUSTIN – In coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) staff will open four Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) on May 28 to offer face-to-face help to residents of the four South …

Ai Driven IMPACT award for Mould investigations at 76 years young

Career-ending Lifetime award in 2012 and brought back to life in 2025 at 76 using Ai LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Charlton Honoured with Prestigious Industry Impact Award – A Lifetime of Achievement Reinvented …

APA Members Gain Early Access to AI Zoning Assistant with Free Trial Offer

Free Trial + 50% Off ZoningTrilogy.com — Now Smarter, Faster, and Personal TORONTO, CANADA, May 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The planning industry’s only online zoning reference evolves again—this time with Rosetta Zone, our intuitive AI zoning …

FEMA Offers Assistance for Survivors of May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is offering a wide variety of help to people affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17 in Kentucky. Every homeowner or renter who suffered damage or loss is encouraged to apply.  FEMA can provide …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Laurel County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Laurel County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. The new Disaster …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Pulaski County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Pulaski County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. The new Disaster …

Today is the Last Day To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie,  Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by  the February severe storms and …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Meade County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Meade County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

Above-Normal 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Predicts 13 To 19 Named Storms, 6 To 10 Hurricanes

Trusted Leader In Hurricane Protection Solutions Says South Florida Homeowners Should Be Prepared Prior to Season Start June 1 WEST PALM BEACH,, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida continues to recover from last year …

Arkansas Survivors Affected by the April 2-22 Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA ...

LITTLE ROCK – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Arkansas homeowners and renters in 16 counties who sustained damage from the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that occurred April 2-22. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Oklahoma Survivors Affected by the March Wildfires and Straight-line Winds Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

OKLAHOMA CITY – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for Oklahoma homeowners and renters in seven counties who sustained damage from the wildfires and straight-line winds that occurred March 14-21. Financial assistance is available to …

South Texas Survivors Affected by the March 26-28 Severe Storms and Flooding Can Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance

AUSTIN – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for South Texas homeowners and renters in four counties who sustained damage from the severe storms and flooding that occurred March 26-28. Financial assistance is available to eligible …

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Nelson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Nelson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is supporting recovery efforts for multiple disasters in Kentucky, including a new major disaster that was just declared on May 23, for severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. How To Apply for FEMA …

Express Restoration Now Offers Professional Equipment Rentals in Edmond, OK

Express Restoration Launches Equipment Rental Services in Edmond, OK EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Express Restoration is proud to announce the launch of its professional equipment rental services, now available to …

South Carolina Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden) with the S.C. …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and wildfires on March 14-15, 2025. The President’ …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Texas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Texas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from March 26–28, 2025. The President’s action makes federal funding …