Sign up to our What's On newsletter for a weekly email covering the best of Kent's food Thank you for subscribing!We have more newsletters With temperatures set to rise in Kent, a beach day might be the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of true 'seaside weather' Why not pretend you're somewhere exotic with a visit to this tiny and secluded sandy cove One visitor from the States described it as feeling "carried away to Thailand" on seeing the tantalising golden sand and blue sea of Kingsgate Bay That might seem a little far-fetched to some but it would be hard to beat the beauty of this bay with its chalk cliffs curving around it and nature's own art the archway in the chalk which is the star of photographs and paintings It still manages to be something of a "local secret" according to one resident of Broadstairs and is quieter than its neighbouring beaches One reason might you can only get down there by a set of steep steps and there are no facilities such as toilets or a kiosk But the upside is you won't be fighting people for a patch of sand visitors say it is around a 30-minute walk The Environment Agency states the water quality of nearby Broadstairs and Joss Bay's close to Kingsgate Bay in opposite directions Testing for 2025 starts on May 1 and runs until September One person said this about the bay on Tripadvisor: "Picturesque and safe "There's a beautiful and much photographed natural chalk arch They also have a kids' playground and nearby You know that feeling when you are just carried away to Thailand or somewhere like a proper exotic holiday that’s how I felt arriving at Kingsgate bay Botany Bay is nice too but too busy." A glowing review from Trevor Edwards of Broadstairs who said: "In a resort offering an array of beautiful bays this sandy bay is never overcrowded and offers safe bathing." "It is overlooked by the majestic Broadstairs Castle and even has its own family pub and the thing which truly sets it apart is the ancient and unique chalk arch the subject of thousands of photographs and paintings." There is plenty of opportunity for rock pooling There are no toilets and no dedicated parking you will have to walk along the road to reach Kingsgate Bay you and park at the Captain Digby Pub for £10 a day It's a great excuse to stop there for refreshments and there's a terrace overlooking the bay and castle It has four out of five stars on Tripadvsior It has a children's indoor and outdoor areas There's also a separate cliff top restaurant One recent review reads: "Absolutely lovely Meals are great with the option of starters and dessert There is a great choice of meals and several choices of the day which are worth looking at Another recent one said: "We never booked Dogs are allowed on Kingsgate Bay all year round Thorley Taverns' Broadstairs phone number is 01843 602010 Join our new WhatsApp community!Click this link to receive your daily dose of KentLive content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. 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If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice Story SavedYou can find this story in  My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right Today's print edition Home Delivery China has “enforced maritime management and exercised sovereign jurisdiction” over an uninhabited reef in the disputed South China Sea planting the country’s flag on the tiny sand bank just kilometers from a key Philippine military outpost Photographs released by Chinese state-run media on Saturday showed China Coast Guard officers unfurling the flag as part of an effort to effectively seize Sandy Cay reef located in the flash point Spratly Island chain Vietnam and the Philippines.googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1499653692894-0'); }); Sandy Cay also sits just over 3 kilometers from Thitu Island which is home to Philippine military facilities — including a military-grade runway — and some 250 residents In a time of both misinformation and too much information quality journalism is more crucial than ever.By subscribing Your subscription plan doesn't allow commenting. To learn more see our FAQ Sponsored contents planned and edited by JT Media Enterprise Division 2:16 PM | Updated: 5:07 pm BY BRIAN CARLSON AND MARY CULBERTSON, KSL TV SANDY — A Utah couple is being accused of money laundering and smuggling oil into the U.S after they were arrested during a multi-state raid by U.S were booked into the Salt Lake County Jail on Wednesday The couple and two of his sons are being federally indicted for allegedly conspiring to smuggle 2,881 shipments of oil from Mexico that they knew were illegal The family is accused of moving at least $300 million from Mexico to the U.S A photo of James and Kelly Jensen’s mansion in Sandy According to a Salt Lake County database search District Court of Utah’s detention documents allege James and Kelly Jensen conspired to “launder proceeds from sales of illegally imported crude oil The payments for this crude oil were directed to businesses in Mexico that operate only through the permission of Mexican criminal organization James Jensen was aware that the payments he made were going to these Mexican criminal organizations.” The charges state the money laundering and illegal imports began in May 2022 A photo of James Jensen taken from his company website The couple’s arrest occurred the same day as a raid on his company, Arroyo Terminals in Rio Hondo, Texas, near the Mexican border. The raid was reported by multiple Texas news outlets, and the company’s website was privatized as of Friday District Court ordered the Jensens to forfeit any money gained from the smuggled oil an additional home listed for the family in Draper oil tankers and new cars totaling $300 million Despite documents filed requesting James Jensen be held without bail for the possible flight risk he poses he was scheduled to be released from jail Friday morning KSL TV observed James Jensen in his Sandy neighborhood back at home late Friday morning The New York Times and the Salt Lake Tribune Beijing and Manila accuse each other of illegal activities around Sandy Cay near the Spratly Isles as joint US-Filipino military drills get under way in region China and the Philippines have displayed their national flags in competing photo opportunities on a disputed sandbank in the South China sea ratcheting up longstanding regional tensions between the two countries which is part of the disputed Spratly Islands and comes days after the US and the Philippines launched their annual joint military drills called “Balikatan” which this year will include an integrated air and missile defence simulation for the first time The latest confrontation appears to have emerged on Thursday, when Chinese state media reported the Coast Guard landed on the disputed reef two weeks ago unfurled a flag and “exercised sovereign jurisdiction” A Chinese state media screenshot showing Chinese Coast Guard officials at Sandy Cay, also known as Tiexian Reef. Photograph: CCTVOn Sunday, China’s coast guard then accused six Filipino personnel of “illegally boarding” Sandy Cay, which Beijing calls Tiexian Reef, earlier that day despite “warnings and dissuasion” from the Chinese side. Spokesperson Liu Dejun said coast guard personnel then “boarded the reef and investigated and dealt with it in accordance with the law”. “We urge the Philippines to immediately stop its infringement,” Liu said, adding that the actions “violated China’s territorial sovereignty”. Read moreSandy Cay is just a few kilometres from Thitu island, where the Philippines maintains a military outpost There do not appear to be any signs that China has permanently occupied the reef or has built a structure on it On Monday Philippines officials disputed China’s claim that it had gained control “The facts on the ground belie their statements,” National Security Council spokesperson Jonathan Malaya said “It is not to the benefit of any nation if these things are happening nor it is to the benefit of any nation if such irresponsible announcements and statements are released to the public and to the world.” Chinese state broadcaster CCTV published a photograph of five black-clad people standing on the uninhabited reef as a dark inflatable boat bobbed in the nearby water The group also “cleaned up leftover plastic bottles wooden sticks and other debris and garbage on the reef” Philippines Coast Guard spokesperson Jay Tarriela said on Sunday that its navy coast guard and police personnel had deployed to Sandy Cay in four rubber boats and had “observed the illegal presence” of a Chinese Coast Guard vessel and seven China maritime militia vessels Posting footage of their own flag being displayed Tarriela added: “This operation reflects the unwavering dedication and commitment of the Philippine government to uphold the country’s sovereignty sovereign rights and jurisdiction in the West Philippine Sea.” Beijing claims sovereignty over almost all of the South China Sea and has waved away competing assertions from other countries in the region as well as an international ruling that its position has no legal basis At the opening ceremony in Manila for the joint US-Philippines military drills US Marine Corps Lieutenant General James Glynn said the two sides would “demonstrate not just our will to uphold our mutual defence treaty in existence since 1951 but our matchless capability to do so” “Nothing builds bonds more quickly than shared adversity,” he said Beijing said the military manoeuvres “undermine regional strategic stability” and accused Manila of “collusion with countries outside the region” Alex Jones speaks outside the federal courthouse after a bankruptcy hearing Jones asked the justices to review both the 2022 trial court verdict and a lower appeals court ruling in December that upheld most of the verdict The Supreme Court turned down his request without explanation Tuesday other constitutional questions and procedural issues in the Connecticut appeal “We had a very strong appeal in Connecticut,” he said expressing frustration on his Infowars show Wednesday The Associated Press sent emails seeking comment to Jones’ lawyers Wednesday said in a statement that the state Supreme Court’s decision “brings the Connecticut families another step closer to their goal of holding Alex Jones accountable for the harms he caused and will enable them to press forward with collections proceedings against him.” MLB Trade Rumors By | April 17 With no end in sight to the rebuild and Alcantara controlled through the 2027 season it would be a complete shock if the Marlins held onto him until his contract came to a close he’s sure to be an extremely sought-after commodity The right-hander’s 4.70 ERA in three starts this year is far from impressive He’s generating grounders at a phenomenal 65.1% clip with a 3.86 FIP and a 3.91 xERA despite his lackluster 19% strikeout rate and 12.7% walk rate Those strikeout and walk figures will become concerning if they hold up over a larger sample size it seems fair to expect the righty to return to his previous dominant form Alcantara has posted a 3.33 ERA with a 3.71 FIP and a 21.4% strikeout rate against a 7.1% walk rate That sort of volume would have value even if Alcantara was a league-average pitcher given the increasing difficulty with which teams are forced to piece together their rotations He’s also appealing from a financial point of view He is making $17MM this year and next year less than half of what some other ace pitchers get Then there’s a $2MM buyout on a $21MM club option for 2027 Alcantara himself tells Jackson that he wants to stay in Miami but is aware that he has no say in the matter they can trade me.” While the righty eventually getting moved appears to be something of a fait accompli the Fish would still have two full seasons of team control to market if they opted to move him this offseason instead Unless the 8-10 Marlins are able to make a surprise surge into contention for an NL Wild Card spot this summer or Alcantara’s performance declines enough that lucrative trade offers start to dry up it’s hard to see the club getting more value out of their star by waiting for the offseason another year of information regarding their prospects and young players could allow them to make more informed decisions about which areas of the roster to target improvements for in the return package That would give potential suitors for Alcantara alternative options they surely wouldn’t have available to them this early in the calendar When do MLBTR readers think the Marlins should start trying to trade Alcantara Would jumping the market and opening up the bidding now allow them to maximize their asset should they wait to see if Alcantara can re-establish himself more before putting him on the market this summer or could waiting even longer to deal him this offseason be the best course to take MLBTR Originals MLBTR Polls Miami Marlins Yu returns in a month and is still like 2024) but not sure how long you depend on Hart and Vasquez and not much at all behind them right now Someone get AJ a fresh line of the good stuff but rotation should be okay this season even if Darvish doesn’t make it back I’d be okay trading for him this winter if the Padres don’t resign King Maybe he’s cheaper to obtain this Offseason G – I suggested 5/130 on King on another post Then the FA post popped up with some data suggesting that might be light I would not go Salas and DeVries but pretty much the rest of the top 30 might be required Hosmer / Cease and King salaries in 2025 all rolled together can make it work in 2026 Padres issue right now is they cleared out a lot of (IMO) marginal prospect talent in Arraez and Scott trades last year alongside Merrill’s graduation but most upside talent is at the lower levels They just don’t have a lot of talent to offer that’s not far away Maybe you could get away with just one of Salas or De Vries headlining but it’d require the Marlins to be exceptionally high on some secondary/tertiary pieces I don’t see the need in another starter until the fall. if Darvish comes back and they can extend King that’s 4 playoff-caliber starters thru 2026 He has a 4.70 ERA and is walking players at twice his career averages They are not going to get Ace return for him He is coming off TJ and missed time to injuries in 2018 In 2023 he only made 28 starts before the injury His 4.19 ERA with below average SO% in 2023 before the TJ and 2025 after the TJ points to #4 starter I assume you don’t even want your team to trade for him He was a rookie in 2018 and threw almost 30 more innings than 2017 He was 2nd in IP behind Cole from 2019-2023 He’s even 26th in IP from 2021-2024 without a single out last year We disagree on the definition of a workhorse He vastly outperforms his SIERA (almost by a whole run) but partially that’s due to his low Ks (which allows him to pitch deeper into games) His situation is similar to Cease coming off 2023 with the added wrinkle of TJ: career year into a down season Would you have called Cease a #4 coming off his 2023 You just said the major reason not to acquire him ERA is not as predictive of future performance as SIERA is So what should you expect as a ceiling going forward The Padres acquired Cease for far less than anyone predicted precisely because of his 2023 season Alcantara will be no different except he will cost the acquiring team much less than Cease because not only did he have a mediocre season prior to surgery he also HAD TJ surgery and is not performing well now Some guys are perpetual SIERA/xFIP underperformers because neither of those accounts for the quality of contact Matt Cain’s career ERA was a half-run lower than his SIERA and xFIP and I would expect Alcantara’s 2025 ERA to end up closer to his career ERA than his career SIERA/xFIP marks you are either fooling yourself or unaware Whats the cost for his blended ERA over 4.50 One yr in the past 7 yrd wins at double digits Put him on a team link the Yankees and the guy is a big winner I love the stat heads you come up with all these fomulas and such The facts are these days pitchers ats 6 inning men This is a guy that typically that can go 7-8 innings Tossing a few less strikeouts works out fine to get more innings These days teams are usuing 6 guys in a 9 inning game Even a guy averaging 6-7 innings these days is not that common straight – We have no idea how long it will take for Sandy to return to pre-TJS form teams wouldn’t want to give up a huge haul for just 2 more years of his services For example Buehler returned from TJS May 6th and he is still pitching like crap a year later and his velocity is down almost 3 MPH from his peak All the more reason for the Marlins to hold Alcantara to the deadline unless they’re blown away by an offer He was only middle of the pack when he got hurt with a 4.14 ERA and 4.03 FIP and now he has pitched like a back of the rotation starter since coming back Maybe if the Marlins hold him until the offseason and he can show he is actually at least back to being #3 starter quality by then Rodon had a 2.88 ERA prior to signing for big bucks SIERA is the best predictive pitching stat for a reason Because the exceptions to the rule are few and far between Right now there is one active player that used to have a low ERA despite his high SIERA He hasn’t been able to in the last 2 seasons he has pitched in 2023 and 2025 He got absolutely destroyed today for the 2nd outing in a row Players don’t get a return based on what they do AFTER they are traded They get a return based on what they have done BEFORE they are traded In his last two games including today Alcantara’s velocity is down 2+ MPH from his peak He used to sit 98+ and now he only hit 98 twice today with his average at 96.5 Haven’t seen anything from today’s game but you’re incorrect about his previous game (4/12 against Nats) according to Statcast: his average fastball velocity was 97.6 His average fastball velocity from 2021-2023 was 98.0 his average fastball velocity in 2025 was 97.4 I’m not going to judge a pitcher in his physical prime too harshly over a 20-inning sample size coming off of TJ He has a career ERA of 3.34 and an “averaged” career xFIP and SIERA of 4.10 I’ll say if he stays mostly healthy this year Let’s check back on this one at the end of the year Average pitchers don’t get teams to give up something like what the Padres gave up for Cease That was for the season through his 3rd start an Ace doesn’t have a 4.14 ERA and then a 7.27 ERA the next season he pitches They could’ve traded him without him making a start but teams would wanna see his performance coming off TJ; they’d be handicapping their return No point in selling low; they’ve got so much control they can see if he can’t get back to his pre-TJ performance They would have received a bigger return if they had traded him before he pitched a game than if they trade him now I have no faith in Miami to get quality returns for big league commodities The marlins should roll the dice and wait at least another month or to the deadline No reason to trade him right now when there are some questionable results so far Though scouts likely can see if the stuff is there now and that he will bounce back Three starts is literally nothing especially after missing a year The workhorse part is probably not a big reason to trade for him this season This is the type a player preller usually goes after but I don’t see it this year If darvish is back in a month or so they really don’t need him My guess is we could see them pick up someone for the backend of the rotation if needed Right now left field is the Padres biggest need I don’t see them trading neither of Salas or DeVries Perhaps they could move Cease and then acquire him for more long term stability He hasn’t been very good so if Preller is going to go after him If his performance improves and he puts up an ERA in the 3s by the deadline he is going to be very expensive With 2 full seasons of team control for just $34 million he would be a major acquisition just a touch less expensive than Cease was to acquire Possibly as much as 3 organizational top 30 prospects As it is today he is returning from a major surgery with poor results out of the gate and that is after a mediocre season prior to the injury that precipitated the surgery He would not garner the type of return most think A couple of middle of the organizational top 30 MLB ready prospects and a lottery ticket should get it done today Padres and AJ Preller will make a compelling offer Preller has made at least 2 major deals with the Marlins over the last few years including landing Marlins relievers Tanner Scott and Bryan Hoeing in a six-player deal and All Star Infielder Luis Arráez in separate deals Salas will be the Padres starting catcher in late ’25 or early ’26 De Vries will be the Padres starting SS in late ’25 or early ’26 He needs to learn to hit before the Padres think about calling him up Before don mattingly blew out his arm and threw away his second cy young Naw he was throwing him 150+ pitches in games like a little leaguer @HATE: A simple google search will tell you that the most pitches Alcantara has ever thrown in a game are the 117 he threw in a complete game vs the Yankees on 8/12/23 He also threw 115 in another complete game 0n 5/22/22 Has never come close to being forced to throw “150+ pitches in games like a little leaguer” by either Mattingly or Schumaker Sorry the facts don’t back up your narrative Probably went your whole life making crap up and people thought you knew what you were talking about and now they call you out every time and get their phone out to verify your stupid statements lol No sense in trading him after TJ when results are bad you’ll be trading him at the low point of his market Let him string a few vintage Alcantara starts together and then start talks Every Start is a risk and if you get a good return now I would do it If you get 95 cent on the dollar take the offer But if you get only offered 60 or 70 cents on the dollar it would be better to wait till the deadline So basically tell teams you can have him now but only if you are willing to really pay up I don’t foresee a better pitcher hitting the trade market so I’d be holding onto him until either the trade deadline or the off-season or you wait until all 29 teams have the same record in November Throw in another Cy Young candidate and we’ll give you Ozuna Mozeliak should make this trade to undo his biggest blunder since ignoring Max Scherzer wanting to be a Cardinal The whole Cards team has surprised me a bit I think Contreras is a little overrated but think if Jordan Walker ever gets it going in the power department and if JJ Weatherholt finds some playing time That will NEVER happen even if the Braves paid his salary A guy who is going to be 35 and a free agent to be DH 2+ years I really don’t think the return is that different I’d say only deal him if someone overpays for now It’s gonna take a huge haul to get him I don’t know if I’m comfortable giving up a package led by Anthony or Mayer He has to actually show he is a TOR starter to get a return that includes any top 100 prospect His 4.70 ERA and 4.7 BB/9 don’t say Ace or do you think a few starts makes a guy a #4 or #5 Even if he is not an ace this year he will command 2 top 100 prospects and one more solid org prospect He is 29 and under control next year with a 20 mil 2027 Club Option Teams will what that even if he is a 4 era pitcher this year which is normal in tj return Question is what kind of top 100 prospects it will be 90 overall and a good orgs top10 guy imo it would be a decent price that a contender should pay But maybe they ask for a top10 overall prospect which is a steep price Meant what not what in that sentence above:) I don’t think a top5 overall prospect is on the table But maybe someone is willing to give a prospect from the backend of the top10 The last 2 guys I can think of traded with 2 years of control were Cease and Crochet Cease had a 3.37 ERA in the 2 seasons prior to the trade The White Sox got 1 back of the top 100 prospect for him 2 players at the back of the Padres top 10 Crochet had a 3.58 ERA in his only season as a starter and Boston’s #11 and #14 prospects prior to the trade Alcantara had a 4.14 ERA in the last season he pitched Alcantara will not get a return even close to Crochet and the one for Cease is out of the question too unless he really picks it up between now and the deadline Consider what they just traded for crochet who was younger cheaper with the same amount of control and not coming off major surgery .then realize there is zero chance the marlins get a top 20 or better prospect in all mlb for sandy..especially with hows hes pitched thus far You don’t have call waiting on your cell so you can take another call on the other line Sure do – not sure why you ask “what century is this” like you don’t think people don’t have multi line hardwired phones in their offices or something though It isn’t some “last century” specific term – yet anyway I just threw a sarcastic reference back at you to make a point someone has used the term “call waiting” from landline lingo I have 3 separate numbers that feed into my cell phone including an 800# Out – I can be on a call and another comes in and I can tap “hold and answer” If that isn’t the exact same process and result as the household landline (with only one line) call waiting then I don’t know what it could be called Peak value for top talent is always in July The Marlins assume some risk holding onto him that long Both Marlins fans will be disappointed either way So far he hasn’t shown he is a top talent post-TJ Hardly anyone bounces back from TJ that quickly Another argument for letting him ride until July He wasn’t great during the season before the injury Nevertheless I agree with the premise of this article that he will be one of the hottest commodities in the trade market this summer Feel free to explain why you believe otherwise Does that mean he will have a lot of teams asking about him because back of the rotation starters are in high demand or does it mean he will have just a couple of teams asking about him because they think he is better than a #3 I hope this clears up any confusion you may have They have traded every other good player they have had in the past I’ve followed his entire career and have watched every pitch he’s thrown He’s on the downslope and not worthy of anything more than a high AA pitchers coming off Tommy John are not workhorses Add in the fact that he missed time to injuries in 2018 and 2020 and definitely not a workhorse From now to the end of the yr who will have more innings The Dodgers would love to work it out for him He would slot into that team as maybe the most innings from any of their starters or close to it Who will have more innings Alcantra or Glasnow Having a guy who can go further gives the relef squad a break What does what a pitcher did after they signed have to do with what their value was before they signed Snell put up a 2.25 ERA with SD and a 3.12 ERA with SF before signing his deal He put up one of the best 2nd half in MLB history last season That is why he was worth so much in the FA market then got hurt and missed an entire season and now has a 4.70 ERA and got lit up in his last outing Innings or starts do not = value without high performance. See Patrick Corbin who never missed a start from 2021-2024 and had the 4th most starts in the game If Alcantara had put up a low 2 or even a low 3 ERA in 2023 like Snell did in his last 2 seasons before becoming a FA you might be able to say that he had Ace upside but he had a 4.14 ERA which was just a little better than average With declining SO rates and increasing BB rates that is not going to entice some team to pay a huge return for him for the 2025 stretch run He needs to prove he is better than a back of the rotation starter 1st That is why they should hold him at least until the deadline This season he started out ok with velocity right at his career averages but since then he has already had to skip a start since returning this season and his velocity in his 3rd start against the Nationals a game in which he got lit up for 4 runs in 5.2 IP The Marlins need to hold onto him and hope that he can turn things around this season so they can get a good return for him What else do the Padres have left to trade If they are trading for a starter you’d have to think one of their top two prospects would have to be included I wonder what starter the Rays are looking to trade after Joe Boyle flashed some potential Any of the Rays top five would cost a top prospect but Littell could probably be coaxed away for less than your top two Padres window closed two or three years ago after spending like clowns Id say they have to either trade both of their top two prospects and go for it this season or trade both of their starters and stack some prospects for ’26 Im interested to see which and would be surprised if they didnt make any trades at all You never know about injury or poor performance but the Padres still have a majority of the team under contract for ’26 and King this fall while Suarez will probably opt out; along with Hosmer’s contract ending they will have plenty of options and flexibility The Padres have the best record in baseball They ARE going for it and they will continue go for it for the foreseeable They haven’t had to trade their top two prospects either and have no reason to This is the deepest team in the franchise’s history BOTH Peralta and Suarez would have to have exceptional seasons to opt out Merely good would not be enough to get them more guaranteed money at 34 and 35 years old respectively the Padres will have likely gotten to best seasons they will have in the rest of their careers at that age I really hope they pitch well enough to opt out that is $78.9 million coming off the payroll and will leave the Padres approximately $45.6 million below the 1st CBT before arbitration raises With approximately $35 million in arbitration raises for 2026 if they retain everyone and Merrill’s new contract kicking in the Padres would be right around the CBT before filling any of the holes left by those players leaving There’s a new CBA coming in ‘26 and with the way salaries are skyrocketing the CBT will be raised without a doubt Pads fan..i totally get your excitement..i would be excited as well but lets not forget they have not even played 20 games yet and 13 of which have come at home..over 140 to go. Padres are certainly an interesting team as far as payroll and contracts go It will be interesting to see how they handle the the trade deadline because the pay increases to Machado and Tatis are approaching and they are going to bite MLB is already saying they will lock out the players again If the owners locked put prior to expiration they would be in breach of contract The most likely scenario is a lockout prior to 2027 like last time i think Mookie Betts stated that the Padres were actually a better team than the Dodgers when they met them in the playoffs last year AJ Preller and the Padres Scouting system has been among the best in baseball at finding drafting and signing talent both in the majors and internationally Many who do not know the Padres knack for finding “sleeper talent” say that every time the Padres make a trade that their farm is empty? Preller and the Padres keep trading prospects and keep quickly finding much more talent both in th4e MLB yearly drafts and in international free agent signings that every front office in MLB is interested in trading for and having on their team and/or in their farm system SS Leo Devries just hit for the cycle this week including 2 home runs in one game From the headline I thought he was a FA next year They have him under contract for two and a half years! they don’t have to immediately fire sale everyone We can have this convo in the 26-27 off-season The reason is that his value goes down with each passing day Its not like he has shown he is a TOR pitcher since his return from TJ so they need to maximize the return while teams still think he has value They will fire sale every player who gets to arbitratation Other players on the block as well this yr He’s more of a CF than Ryan Kreidler I didn’t vote because it wasn’t an option – how the Marlins continue to do “business” today Marlins are an embarrassment and I live in South Florida Marlins are an embarrassment and I live 3000 miles away from them 2 World Series is more than other teams… The Marlins should pick up his $21m ‘27 option and give him a 3yr extension with a 4th year team option Marlins history is marred by accidentally competing amidst intentionally tanking But Baltimore probably has the best to offer and most need I’m all for the Tigers to acquire Sandy Alcantara while they have the current pitching staff They’re going to waste so many runners on base with those easy double plays by their lack of speed The pole forgot the option “before Will Warren’s next turn in the Yankees rotation.” Povich and a toolsy low level lotto ticket like Joshua Liranzo should be enough I thought Elias would go get Crochet or Cease this year The Marlins pick up his ‘27 team option and sign him to an extension should of been an option to choose from as well Marlins had money in 2012 and 2013 then traded everyone out Not sure of any viable trade material though Plenty of young talent percolating in Padres farm system It’s unfortunate… Marlins never have that open window to compete but it’s not doing them any good holding on to him They should trade and try to get an open window for competition with prospects again The Tigers are not going to be able to sign Skubal to a long term contract Alcantara would be somewhat close to Skubal for a lot less money trade Flaherty…again…this year Max Clark is not the next coming of Bryce Harper More like a Johnny Damon (with a better arm) I would even send Olson instead of Montero sure would be a nice 1/2 in Miami with Meyer and Alcantara if somehow Miami keeps him around The Fish should take whatever they can get The Tigers don’t need him…if this is how he’s going to pitch He has given up 11 ER over 8.2IP in his last 2 starts Now its 16 ER given up over his last 10.2 IP I like how some of the MLB teams have become development pipelines for the top MLB teams Cubs dont have a single pitcher of interest in their AA/AAA in my opinion I’ll have to take a closer look Yankees have some decent pitching prospects He has given up 11 ER over 8.2IP in his last 2 starts and has a 7.27 ERA this season after having a 4.14 ERA in his last season before the TJ surgery Its not going to take as much as you may be thinking to get him One more start like tonight and the Fish will be stuck with him at least through the end of the season Alcantara is going to get it rolling again Plenty of good starting pitching going to be available outside of Alcantara He keeps getting worse with each start this season At his current pace his ERA will be over 9 by the end of his next start on Cinco De Mayo The starting pitching was supposed to be their strength Ramirez and Stowers look like a good start They arent that far away from putting together a really strong team There is a case for keeping Alcantara if the return in trade isnt superb and that could actually be a blessing in disguise Trade him whenever they get an offer they can’t refuse He may not be ready to compete at an high level in ’25 and may also be on an innings limit Log in Register MLB Trade Rumors is not affiliated with Major League Baseball Register *Warning - contains major spoilers for the Grace season 5 finale* The fifth season of Grace has now come to a dramatic end, and if you thought the season was done with major twists after that mind-blowing third episode In the final moments of the fourth episode Cassian revealed that Roy's wife Sandy's death wasn't a suicide as it seemed in the season 4 finale - instead the gang both Cassian and Sandy had become indebted to that's how she'd ended up in hospital in Munich in the first place The car accident she was in was an attempted hit but they later finished the job and made it look like she had taken her own life Benchdale revealed to Roy that they knew about his and Sandy's son They considered her debt to still be unpaid Thankfully, fans don't need to worry that this cliffhanger ending will go unresolved - Grace has already been renewed for a sixth season, to adapt more of Peter James's books there's a chance that the show could run and run despite the fact that it has almost already caught up with James's huge list of Roy Grace novels Roy star John Simm was asked whether the show could go beyond the books earlier this year we were speaking yesterday about how pleased we are that the show is kind of deviating from the books now and it has been quietly over the last few years Bella Moy dies quite early on in the books and various characters are different and storylines are different \"I quite like the fact that people that have read all the books they get the rug pulled from under them when they think they know what's going to happen I think we've got plenty of cases to solve.\" Grace seasons 1-5 are available to stream in full now on ITVX Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. Grace finale reveals more about Sandy's death – and delivers a disturbing threat for RoyThere were more big twists in the finale The fifth season of Grace has now come to a dramatic end, and if you thought the season was done with major twists after that mind-blowing third episode Cassian revealed that Roy's wife Sandy's death wasn't a suicide that's how she'd ended up in hospital in Munich in the first place Benchdale revealed to Roy that they knew about his and Sandy's son Finn Guegan as Bruno in Grace. Tallstory Pictures for ITVThankfully, fans don't need to worry that this cliffhanger ending will go unresolved - Grace has already been renewed for a sixth season, to adapt more of Peter James's books there's a chance that the show could run and run despite the fact that it has almost already caught up with James's huge list of Roy Grace novels Roy star John Simm was asked whether the show could go beyond the books earlier this year Peter's got a treasure trove of ideas Keep up to date with all the dramas - from period to crime to comedy By entering your details you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and privacy policy This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply "I quite like the fact that people that have read all the books they get the rug pulled from under them when they think they know what's going to happen I think we've got plenty of cases to solve." 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CLICK LINK HANOI: Vietnam has lodged formal protests over claims by China and the Philippines to Sandy Cay The diplomatic row flared after Chinese state media reported its coast guard had seized control of Tiexian Reef — part of Sandy Cay — in mid-April.  Manila responded days later by releasing a photo of Filipino sailors planting a flag at the site Vietnam’s foreign ministry said it had issued protest notes to both countries and urged “relevant parties” to avoid actions that escalate tensions.  It reaffirmed Sandy Cay as part of its territory where the Philippines maintains a military outpost and coast guard station Beijing claims nearly all of the South China Sea despite a 2016 international ruling rejecting its assertions.  The area is rich in energy reserves and lies along key global trade routes Sarawak Tribune is a Sarawakian news portal that highlights Sarawak-centric news and other stories of relevance to Sarawak.Today Sarawak Tribune focuses on happenings in Sarawak’s cities towns and small places no matter how remote these are and events of relevance in other states of Malaysia and other countries Essential digital access to quality FT journalism on any device Complete digital access to quality FT journalism with expert analysis from industry leaders Complete digital access to quality analysis and expert insights complemented with our award-winning Weekend Print edition Terms & Conditions apply Discover all the plans currently available in your country See why over a million readers pay to read the Financial Times The Board of the Rugby Football League have accepted the resignation of Sandy Lindsay MBE Any search process to appoint a new independent Director of the RFL Board would be established after the spring Council meeting The RFL’s Senior Non-Executive Director since July 2022 Sandy joined the Board in October 2019 and has given more than five years of service to the sport “Sandy offered her resignation on 28 January reluctantly and with huge appreciation for her work at the end of February.  We understand and respect her decision “I would like to thank Sandy for her years of service to the sport the support and guidance she has offered through her vitally important role chairing and updating the constitution and membership of the Community Board Delivered in partnership with them and driven by Sandy the Our League Active membership scheme now brings almost £¾ million pounds annually into the community game “Given the Resolutions on the agenda at the Council a decision on the next steps for recruitment to the RFL Board will be taken after that meeting.” “I thought long and hard on my decision to resign at the end of January was truly enjoyable and our achievements together “I’m also proud of achievements across so many areas of the sport in my five years serving the RFL Board.  The changes are working and we’ve made these through respecting the rules and the constitution that we must live by as a Governing Body “This is a breathtaking sport and it creates communities that are unparalleled The only way to ensure the sport has the growth impact and success it deserves is for all to work together Sandy Lindsay was awarded an MBE for services to business and young people in 2015 the creative communications agency she started in Manchester in 2002 and founder of The Juice Academy the not-for-profit digital apprenticeship programme which created more than 600 roles for young people before it was sold in 2024 The proceeds of that sale were used to form The Bright Futures Fund with charity Forever Manchester which gives more than £125,000 annually to community groups which support social mobility Enquires: enquiries@rfl.co.uk  |  0330 111 1113 (Mon-Fri 10-4pm)Ticketing: ticketing@RLcommercial.co.uk  |  0844 856 1113 (Calls will cost 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge) GameDay Support: gamedaysupport@rfl.co.uk 168 8110 49Copyright © 2023 - Rugby Football League - All rights reserved We are delighted to introduce you to the brand new Sandy Park ticketing app which has been created in conjunction with our ticketing partner Secutix keeping all your Exeter Chiefs and Sandy Park tickets in one place Sandy Park is constantly looking for ways to make your ticketing experience a more positive one and with the introduction of the new ticketing app we are certain that it's going to be a more streamlined experience than ever before The Sandy Park Ticketing App puts the ultimate digital ticket in your pocket however it is important to note that this is only used to manage your tickets all purchases must be completed on the tickethub as normal See below for a step by step guide to using the app You can find the Sandy Park Ticketing App in the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store Please download the app from the store on your mobile phone device however any tickets you purchase will only appear in the app approximately two weeks prior to the fixture you will need to login using the same email that you use for your Exeter Chiefs Tickethub account This is very important in order to allow for your match tickets to be injected You will have a more enjoyable user experience if you allow the app to use your contacts and Bluetooth functions It is possible to change the app’s permissions later on the email account you registered with will be sent a 6-digit verification code Please enter the code to verify your account once you have verified your email you will not need to repeat this process unless you log out from the app address and phone number to complete your profile The purchase of tickets takes place on the Chiefs tickethub and NOT on the Sandy Park Ticket app – the app serves only to store your tickets digitally If you have not bought a ticket in the tickethub You can find all your bought tickets in the app under “My Tickets” you will find further information (such as match Important: Every ticket must be assigned to the person who will be using it on matchday You can personalise your purchased ticket by clicking on the "Change Guest" button Your profile data will be assigned to the ticket and the ticket will be personalised to you You can use the "Change Guest" button to personalise the ticket for any guests who are coming to the stadium with you click the 'Send your tickets' button and choose the email address you want to send the ticket to The recipient of the ticket will then receive an email and will need to download and register for the Sandy Park Ticket app with the email which you used for the transfer The ticket transfer will then appear in the recipients transfers section of the app the recipient will need to click 'Download all tickets' on the pending ticket We would recommend transferring tickets rather than sharing them all on one app this should save you time at the turnstiles and make for a smoother entry to the stadium however anyone with young children or guests without a smartphone can just be assigned their tickets all on one app We would suggest you complete any transfers prior to the match-day to ensure that there are no last minute issues You can still cancel the forwarding of your ticket go to the main menu and select the button "Ticket forwarding" Under "Pending" you can cancel the ticket transfer Confirm with "YES" to cancel the ticket forwarding it will be automatically cancelled and returned to the original holder If your guest is unable to attend the match and you have already forwarded the ticket you can return the transferred ticket if it has not yet been personalised use the "Return transferred ticket" button You can use the QR code at the top of the ticket to enter the stadium via the turnstiles It will only be visible on the morning of the match-day and once you have personalised the respective ticket Want to find out more? 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Registration Number : 229642 and a charity registered in Scotland Registration Number : SC039452 - VAT Registration Number : 283 2609 94 © Copyright 2000-2025 The British Psychological Society LARNEFC.COM   TICKETS   SHOP Mar 24, 2025 | All News It is with great sadness that Larne Football Club has learned of the passing of Sandy Shields Sandy was a former player and manager at the club enjoying a central role in some of the club’s most successful periods of the 20th century Sandy was integeral to the Larne side who made Steel & Sons Cup final appearances an almost yearly event throughout the 1960’s and 70’s likewise with lifting the ‘B Division’ league title As a player he wored the captain’s armband leading some big names of the club’s history incuding Harry Rainey Sandy later returned to Inver Park as manager helping to cement his legendary status as the club Current chairman Gareth Clements led the tribues saying: “It is with profound sadness that I express my heartfelt grief at the passing of our legendary player “Though I never had the privilege of witnessing his brilliance on the pitch firsthand and his former teammates Jim Hagan and Harry Rainey painted a picture of a man who embodied both remarkable class and unwavering tenacity “When fate brought us together in Dromore in 2000 we forged an instant connection that blossomed into a friendship anchored in our shared passion for the local game I cherished every moment spent listening to Sandy’s rich tapestry of memories about Larne Football Club—the nail-biting semi-finals and hard-fought victories that defined an era “One of my most treasured memories remains facilitating Sandy’s return to Inver Park during a special club anniversary and our impromptu sing-songs that showcased yet another dimension of Sandy’s abundant talents please know that the name Sandy Shields is permanently etched in the folklore of our club—his legacy will continue to inspire generations of Larne supporters and players alike his spirit will live on in every match played at Inver Park.” Apr 25, 2025 | , , , As a club we are pleased to have received confirmation from the Licensing Committee that UEFA Apr 19, 2025 | , , FOLLOWING last night’s vital 2-1 victory against Linfield it is confirmed that the race for automatic European.. 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Read our Privacy notice China’s coastguard has seized control of a disputed reef near a key Philippine military base in the South China Sea, according to state media reports, a move that adds to rising tensions between Beijing and Manila Photos published by Chinese media show members of the coastguard planting the national flag on Sandy Cay The small sandbank lies close to Thitu Island where Philippine forces have maintained a long-standing outpost an English-language outlet run by the Chinese Communist Party ran photographs of the operation and said it took place in mid-April it said “exercised sovereign jurisdiction” displayed the Chinese national flag and “cleaned up plastic bottles They also carried out “video-recording of illegal activity” by Philippine forces The development comes amid growing tensions between Beijing and Manila who have blamed each other for environmental damage to disputed features across the South China Sea Philippine officials told the Financial Times that Chinese personnel appeared to leave the reef after planting the flag There was no indication that China had established a permanent presence or constructed facilities on the reef which hosts a Philippine military facility and a newly inaugurated coast guard base The Philippines has accused China of escalating maritime aggression while Beijing continues to dismiss the allegations and assert it sweeping claim to most of the South China Sea despite an international ruling rejecting its sweeping territorial claims The Trump administration said reports of China seizing Sandy Cay were “deeply concerning if true” spokesperson for the National Security Council told the Financial Times: “Actions like these threaten regional stability and violate international law We are consulting closely with our own partners and remain committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific.” The incident also coincided with the ongoing "Balikatan" joint military drills between the Philippines and the United States, which Beijing has criticised as a destabilising move. 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Stay on current site or go to US version LAS VEGAS -- Behind a relentless early offensive assault led by an active jab Mikaela Mayer held off a late charge by rival Sandy Ryan to win a unanimous decision and retain the women's WBO welterweight title Saturday night It was a rematch of their clash in September when Mayer won a controversial majority decision to capture the title from Ryan The rematch was arguably more entertaining and a more definitive victory for Mayer Two judges scored the fight 97-92 and a third had it 98-92 But the scores didn't reflect the heated fight working behind the jab and pressing the action Ryan (7-3-1) was more composed and patient looking for opportunities to counter with her right hand But Mayer's persistence forced Ryan on her back foot early and she controlled the middle rounds "I wanted to give Sandy the rematch because it was a great fight," Mayer said "I believe a rematch should happen when the fans want it it's time for me to move on and go for undisputed The feud between Mayer and Ryan had become vitriolic over the past year they engaged in a war of words that heightened tensions when Ryan was doused with paint by an unknown assailant on her way to Madison Square Garden for their fight Britain's Ryan blamed Mayer for the red paint attack Mikaela Mayer poses with the title belt after beating rival Sandy Ryan on Saturday night in Las Vegas. Steve Marcus/Getty ImagesThe controversial first decision further fanned the flames of their feud who trained Ryan for their first fight and was in the former champion's corner in the rematch the women delivered a high-octane bout that entertained throughout at Fontainebleau The difference was in activity; Mayer threw 131 more punches Mayer outlanded Ryan 178 to 146 and threw 516 punches to Ryan's 377 Mayer found success working the body with 55 punches below the neck Mayer's game plan was to overwhelm her rival with activity which gave Ryan a window to become the aggressor Ryan fought with urgency in the eighth round and plowed forward The constant aggression opened a cut over Mayer's right eye after a clash of heads The final two rounds were filled with furious exchanges Ryan buckled Mayer's legs with a right hand but Mayer refused to back down as the fans rose to their feet in the final seconds "I've been needing to move to welterweight for a long time," Mayer said it took a good solid year and a half of hard work and this is where I'm comfortable Mayer can focus on becoming an undisputed champion Heading into Grace season 5 the show has seen a couple of major change-ups Not only has there been a cast change, with Craig Parkinson leaving the series but a major storyline update at the end of season 4 has left John Simm's Roy in a very different place Roy has been plagued by the disappearance of his wife Sandy However, in the season 4 finale he found out she was in a hospital in Germany This may have seemed like the end of the Sandy mystery - however the show's cast have now revealed that her impact will continue to be felt on the show John Simm explained: \"I was kind of torn with it we can't string them along forever about the Sandy thing And it has been going on through the whole series \"It was a kind of spectre hanging over his head He was the detective with the missing wife \"We can't just have a blissfully happy detective who's not an alcoholic \"So I was kind of worried that that was going to be exposed a little bit Glenn star Richie Campbell added: \"We’ve just gone from one frying pan into another Cleo star Zoë Tapper said: \"I have a feeling that Sandy is always going to be there in one form or another because he's obviously in a really traumatised state as well and they've got a duty to him to keep her memory alive and to try and sort of guide him through that I think maybe physically Sandy's not there but she's certainly going to have an ongoing consequence throughout their lives Simm concurred that \"the repercussions of what happened to Sandy do carry on\" when we actually find out what she was involved in and the reality of the situation she was in\" There's one of my favourite scenes I've written Of course, when the cast talk about long-running repercussions, they don't necessarily just mean in season 5 - season 6 has already been commissioned meaning there are plenty more cases for Roy and Glenn to solve in Brighton Grace season 5 will air this spring with seasons 1-4 available to stream on ITVX Grace cast say repercussions of Sandy mystery impact show for a long time"That is certainly not over There's a lot to unravel about that." Not only has there been a cast change, with Craig Parkinson leaving the series but a major storyline update at the end of season 4 has left John Simm's Roy in a very different place However, in the season 4 finale the show's cast have now revealed that her impact will continue to be felt on the show John Simm explained: "I was kind of torn with it we can't string them along forever about the Sandy thing "It was a kind of spectre hanging over his head "We can't just have a blissfully happy detective who's not an alcoholic "So I was kind of worried that that was going to be exposed a little bit there's plenty of jeopardy for Roy Grace So I needn't have been worried." ITVGlenn star Richie Campbell added: "We’ve just gone from one frying pan into another and we've lived with it,' and it's like Cleo star Zoë Tapper said: "I have a feeling that Sandy is always going to be there in one form or another because he's obviously in a really traumatised state as well and they've got a duty to him to keep her memory alive and to try and sort of guide him through that I think maybe physically Sandy's not there but she's certainly going to have an ongoing consequence throughout their lives Simm concurred that "the repercussions of what happened to Sandy do carry on" when we actually find out what she was involved in and the reality of the situation she was in" "That is certainly not over," he said "There's a lot to unravel about that." There's one of my favourite scenes I've written Of course, when the cast talk about long-running repercussions, they don't necessarily just mean in season 5 - season 6 has already been commissioned Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application Sandra "Sandy" "Sassy" Adams Sandra “Sandy” “Sassy” Adams surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with breast cancer who were at the center of everything she did Sandy grew up with a strong sense of family and a joyful spirit that carried through her entire life and together they built a life filled with adventure and support for each other that never wavered Her happiest moments were spent with her grandchildren She enjoyed spending her free time gardening delighting in the birds that visited her feeder - although she always wished there were more Summers at the camper surrounded by family and friends She also loved decorating her home and rearranging the furniture Her nails were always polished and her jewelry always perfectly chosen - reflecting the pride she took in herself and in life’s little details Sandy was a thoughtful woman with a generous heart Sandy had a special way of making others feel cared for and seen Chantel (Kurt) Erickson and Joseph (Jordyn) Adams; her treasured grandchildren Her family is proud of the strength and grace with which she fought her illness and they will carry her memory in their hearts forever A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 PM on Tuesday Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Chippewa Falls Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Tuesday at the church Private family burial will be held at a later date All who knew and loved Sandy are welcome to attend and celebrate her remarkable life the family asks that you honor Sandy by stopping to smell the flowers and enjoy life’s most simple pleasures The family would like to send a special thank you to all the nurses and doctors at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Critical Care Unit and Cancer Center in Eau Claire Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bloomer is assisting the family with arrangements please visit www.olsonfuneralhomebloomer.com Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors The Sandy Hook Lighthouse is one of the most historic and breathtaking spots along the Jersey Shore Located at the tip of the Sandy Hook peninsula near the former Army base at Fort Hancock the lighthouse was erected in 1764 before the Revolutionary War The lighthouse opens to the public for guided tours in the spring These free tours take you to the top of the Sandy Hook Lighthouse and offer visitors a 360-degree view of New York harbor while learning all about the beacon's history if you can manage the whopping 95 stairs and nine-rung ladder READ MORE: Sandy Hook Lighthouse Featured on 'Jeopardy!' The National Park Service's (NPS) Gateway National Recreational Area's Facebook page recently released a video offering a sneak peek of what's inside the historic landmark The sped-up video released by the NPS showcases the stairs and ladder visitors need to ascend to reach the top of the lighthouse but the views at the top are extraordinary We warned you the video could make you dizzy READ MORE: Why Are There So Many Deer at Sandy Hook? the experience at the top is well worth it if you can physically (and mentally) manage the climb I ventured up to the top last year and I would do so again in a heartbeat The one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore an important local landmark make it worthwhile you get a history lesson from knowledgeable NPS volunteers If you're unable to take the tour, stop inside the Sandy Hook Lighthouse Keepers Quarters and Visitor Center The center has a number of interactive displays and historical videos so you can bone up on your Sandy Hook Lighthouse factoids even without the guidance of an NPS volunteer (though I bet they'd gladly share their expertise with you even if you don't brave the full tour) A video tour of the historic Sandy Hook Lighthouse showcasing its dizzying number of stairs may make you want to sign up for the next tour (or maybe just enjoy the virtual experience).\nRead More The Sandy Hook Lighthouse is one of the most historic and breathtaking spots along the Jersey Shore READ MORE: Sandy Hook Lighthouse Featured on 'Jeopardy!' READ MORE: Why Are There So Many Deer at Sandy Hook? If you're unable to take the tour, stop inside the Sandy Hook Lighthouse Keepers Quarters and Visitor Center USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) looks on against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at loanDepot Park Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images The pristine crack of the bat on a cool autumn evening can sometimes mask the inner battles waged on the mound In a season where the stakes couldn’t be higher Minnesota’s roster is witnessing a striking juxtaposition as one ace readies himself to take center stage while another struggles to reclaim former glory While Sandy Alcantara has found himself grappling with a decline in his once-formidable Cy Young form whispers around the dugout suggest that a highly valued $73.5 million ace is primed to fill that void quietly nurtured away from the glare of Miami’s spotlight is now making a case that timing could be as perfect as a well-timed pitch in extra innings An understated confidence seems to envelope this prodigy whose focus remains unwavering despite the league’s relentless pressure Every athlete’s journey is punctuated by both stellar highs and testing lows a career defined by early promise now meets the harsh reality of fluctuating performance sparking questions about maintaining elite stature His ongoing struggle to reattain that elusive peak is a stark reminder of how even the brightest stars can face temporary eclipses the narrative is far from one of despair; it is a testament to the enduring spirit of athletes who continuously fight to redefine their limits amidst growing expectations The Minnesota Twins find themselves at a pivotal crossroads as the trade deadline looms Balancing on the fine line between nurturing potential and addressing immediate needs they are reshaping their pitching framework with strategic precision The decision to elevate a promising arm—a move signaled by a lucrative contract investment—underscores the organization’s commitment to building a resilient and dynamic roster This shift not only highlights a readiness to recalibrate but also speaks to the broader strategy of leveraging emerging talent to catalyze both current victories and future triumphs the unfolding drama on the mound carries significant implications beyond mere statistics The evolving dynamics within the Twins’ pitching staff reflect a larger narrative of renewal and reinvention in professional sports It is a reminder that while past glories provide a benchmark the relentless ambition to excel and the courage to adapt ultimately define success the spotlight now shines brightly on a rising ace promising to reinvigorate the team’s competitive spirit while inviting reflections on legacy this chapter in the Twins’ saga offers a poignant takeaway: in the world of sports setbacks often sow the seeds for future excellence and every pitch thrown is an opportunity to rewrite destiny A Triumphant Homecoming Returning to the clubhouse felt like stepping into a familiar yet transformed world Electrifying Introduction A surge of raw talent and an unyielding spirit catapults Trea Turner from the ranks of the underdogs to the grand stage of Major League.. A Farewell That Strikes a Chord In an era where athletes are often encased in elaborate retirement ceremonies and orchestrated fanfare one former Dodgers All-Star broke from tradition.. A Season Altered by Adversity The unfolding of recent events on the field has turned the spotlight onto the relentless nature of baseball Introduction The crack of the bat and the roar of the crowd marked the rise of a prodigious talent in 2024—a season that elevated an emerging star to.. © 2025 M Sports - Premium news & magazine M Sports Please enter your username or email address to reset your password © 2025 M Sports - Premium news & magazine M Sports To receive a copy of the Exeter Chiefs Newsletter You will then receive an email to confirm that you wish to receive it You can unsubscribe at any time simply by following the link at the bottom of the email The Des Plaines History Center’s longtime volunteer Sandy Johnson received the Illinois Association of Museums 2025 Volunteer Service Award for her remarkable 30 years of volunteer service to the organization The History Center celebrated Johnson’s well-deserved honor on April 30 and presented her with a framed certificate from the IAM commemorating her achievement she is the heart and soul of the Des Plaines History Center and the 1907 Kinder House Museum,” said Stan Kotecki president of the Des Plaines History Center Board of Trustees Sandy has contributed her time and talents in virtually every area of the organization and engages our community with her wonderful storytelling ability.” Johnson’s expertise in archival work has been instrumental in preserving the history of Des Plaines Whether transcribing century-old diaries and correspondence identifying faces in faded photographs or researching the origins of local landmarks Sandy’s dedication has helped safeguard these irreplaceable records ensuring they remain accessible for future generations through the History Center’s collections and exhibits Johnson is also a recognizable presence in the History Center’s tent at the annual Fall Fest in September She can be found dressed in her 1800s reenactor’s garb demonstrating how to turn wool into yarn on a traditional spinning wheel much to the delight and fascination of kids and adults who have never seen this process Johnson represents the Des Plaines History Center at countless city events telling the public about the center’s various memberships and adult programs and the popular Hands-on-History children’s programs Johnson continues to inspire with her boundless energy and unwavering commitment to the History Center This recognition is a fitting tribute to her incredible impact It took just 16 minutes for the France international to break the deadlock at the Broadfield Stadium as she made no hesitation in crashing a volley into the top corner It gave Seagulls goalkeeper Melina Loeck no chance That goal was Baltimore's fourth of the season in the Women's Super League – and she has since scored her fifth with another brilliantly hit effort in our Champions League comeback against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge Our left wing-back has been nominated for the award alongside Melvine Malard (Manchester United) Beth Mead (Arsenal) and Shekiera Martinez (West Ham) Voting is now open and will close at 11am on Monday April 7, with the winner announced on Thursday April 10. You can vote for Sandy's stunning volley here Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Utah — A truck driver on Hunts End Drive in Sandy noticed the road start collapsing before a sinkhole formed on Thursday the driver put trash cans in front and behind the sinkhole that had grown to nearly four feet wide and five feet deep when a resident noticed his trash cans in the road The man was able to get out on his own and suffered only scrapes and bruises The city responded to the location immediately the sinkhole was caused by a broken storm drain pipe made of corrugated metal which was used decades ago but discontinued Sandy has been attempting to replace the old pipes as quickly as possible but the pace is based on budgetary considerations Crews were able to temporarily patch the sinkhole wth the pipe expected to be repaired before Tuesday EXCLUSIVE: Captain Sandy expressed her wish to repair their friendship following his public criticism Showbiz Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice Captain Sandy Yawn has addressed her ongoing fallout with Captain Lee Rosbach after he publicly declared her his “least favorite” member of the Below Deck franchise viewers witnessed Lee's struggles with mobility following back surgery which ultimately led him to step away from the Bravo series to focus on his health Captain Sandy was brought in to take over the superyacht St David marking the first captain crossover in the show’s history their working relationship soured when the 74-year-old criticised Captain Sandy for not informing him about the firing of stew Camille Lamb on season 10 Sandy said she didn’t want to burden Lee during his health struggles telling Us Weekly in February 2023: “He’s in the hospital ‘Can I fire Camille?’ Never in a million years would I do that.” the rift deepened further when Sandy didn’t invite him to her wedding with longtime partner Leah Shafer in May Following the wedding, Lee told The Standard in August that there was no chance of them mending their friendship, remarking: “You’d probably have a better chance of seeing God twice in the next 30 seconds than that happening.” he named Sandy as his least favorite cast member he said during an audience Q&A: “My least favourite After the crowd gasped and pushed him to explain the Deadly Waters presenter responded: “I don’t like her but if they don’t do their job and pretend to be something they’re not Captain Sandy expressed a desire to mend their friendship and apologised to him while attending the inaugural HayuFanFest at Magazine London When asked by The Standard where their relationships stands Rail firm caught prosecuting passengers - without any evidence RHOSLC star Lisa intensifies Whitney feud: 'She'll never be my person' Captain Sandy on Aesha Scott's return and Below Deck Med's lack of reunion Boost your business with these advanced products and solutions Her comments come as she shared her joy about reuniting with chief steward Aesha Scott and revealed why there wasn't a Below Deck Med reunion. Despite fans’ excitement over seeing Sandy and Aesha together again, some were disappointed by the lack of a reunion for the rest of the season nine crew Yawn told The Standard it was likely due to crew logistics: “The crew are scattered all over the planet like and they're all boats and jobs “So I can imagine why they stopped doing it That would be that's my assumption is that they're everywhere It isn't like the housewives that live in New York Prince Louis steals the show at VE Day parade as he keeps dad William looking sharp and mimics brother George Prince Louis steals show with sweet antics at VE parade VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day VE Day 2025 fashion: Princess of Wales to Lady Victoria Starmer Royals watch historic flypast as huge crowds turns out for VE Day 80th anniversary  Royals watch historic Red Arrows flypast for VE Day 80th anniversary Stacey Solomon 'regrets doing reality show with Joe Swash' for tough reason Stacey Solomon 'regrets reality show with Joe Swash' for tough reason Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin USA; Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) pitches in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at loanDepot Park The unfolding dynamics of Major League Baseball trade season have taken an unexpected twist igniting conversations around one of the sport’s premier talents now centers on the dramatic change in market value for a standout pitcher whose journey has long been etched in the hearts of fans the buzz has shifted focus to a celebrated pitcher whose value has seen a steep decline in recent weeks The dramatic fall from a lofty $73.5 million valuation has spurred intense speculation among baseball experts and enthusiasts alike This development is reshaping perceptions and strategies within the league signaling that the path to a blockbuster deal may be more labyrinthine than previously thought The pitcher’s journey in the spotlight has been one of relentless passion and formidable skill Celebrated not only for his on-field prowess but also for his competitive spirit he has long commanded respect in the league recent market trends have seemingly diminished his trade value provoking both surprise and renewed evaluation This unforeseen dip raises questions about market volatility and the transient nature of value assessments in professional sports Trade discussions in MLB are often punctuated by rapid shifts and unpredictable turns The current scenario serves as a potent reminder that even highly regarded players are subject to the whims of market forces With teams increasingly seeking trade opportunities that promise long-term benefits the sudden devaluation of this elite pitcher has sparked vigorous debate Analysts have weighed in on whether this might represent a strategic opening for teams to reallocate resources or if it’s merely a temporary anomaly in an otherwise robust trading window current developments hint at broader implications for the future landscape of Major League Baseball The recalibration of player valuations underscores the importance of agility and forward-thinking in team management While the pitcher’s career remains a testament to resilience and excellence his evolving market value may well redefine how clubs approach negotiations and roster construction in the coming years In the midst of swirling rumors and high-stakes decisions the situation serves as a compelling case study in balancing legacy performance with the ever-changing calculus of player worth this unfolding narrative offers a profound insight into the transient yet impactful nature of sports economics Amid fluctuating values and shifting ambitions the essence of competition—and the enduring spirit of the game—continues to inspire both teams and fans alike A Heart-Wrenching Disruption in a Promising Season In one striking moment during a recent game everything changed on the field for Boston’s determined star first baseman A Resurgent Spirit in Challenging Times In a season where the road to playoff contention is fraught with setbacks one player stands out with performances that seem to.. 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Compelling Beginnings A turbulent moment in Boston's clubhouse has left Rafael Devers grappling with uncertainty as his leadership is questioned amid high-stakes roster decisions Vietnam has formally protested recent actions by China and the Philippines at Sandy Cay a feature it claims as part of its sovereignty over the Spratly Islands It warns that such moves threaten regional peace and international maritime law Spokeswoman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang confirmed on Saturday that Vietnam had issued diplomatic protests to both countries stating that their activities on Hoai An Reef and adjacent features in Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelago violated Vietnam’s territorial rights The China-Global South Project is passionately independent non-partisan and does not advocate for any country A carefully curated selection of the day’s most important China-Global South stories often unconventional insights from scholars journalists and a variety of stakeholders in the China-Global South discourse A unique professional network of China-Africa scholars journalists and other practioners from around the world Former Fidelity and Capital Group investment analyst Richard Tennant is joining Goodhart Partners the fund management business led by Sandy Nairn Fund manager Sandy Nairn is planning asset management acquisitions and a range of fund launches through his Goodhart Partners venture superbly imagined in a magical space where the impossible can actually happen There’s a gale a’blowing outside as Storm Darragh shakes the seas (and indeed Paddington Station) but descending in to the cosy warmth of the Puppet Theatre Barge as we embark on a sailing trip with Captain Sandy to visit a sea monster Anyone who knows the Barge will surely agree it is a secret and it feels particularly so with Christmas approaching It’s a space where magic and belief in the impossible happens starting from when the jaunty music first begins for Captain Sandy and the Sea Monster we find ourselves in the village of Rocky Snore finding there are no longer enough fish in the sea for them to make a living Rumour has it there’s a sea monster eating ALL the fish so Sandy sets out to have a stern word with them – only to realise human behaviours have more than a little to do with the problem some lightly challenging thinking (that never outweighs the fun) about how we look after our environment Let’s talk about the puppets… They are breathtakingly gorgeous their colours popping vibrantly from the darkness and with no visible puppeteers it’s soon easy to believe they are in fact self-animated The characters are funny and relatable as they bicker and banter and making things worse with general thoughtlessness before finally realising how humans are responsible for their problem While Gill and Roddy are dressed in conventional yellow sou’westers played as a woman in what seems to be a sari placing the tale in a culturally wider context and suggesting perhaps that it’s not just the people you’d expect who are complicit in causing damage: it could be any of us When the stunning sea monster first appears as the children and their families lean in excitedly anticipating seeing the full beast bringing lively dynamism to the world of Rocky Snore whilst reminding its inhabitants of what it is that’s important to conserve giving fabulously distinct characterisation to the many puppets It is easy to forget there is any human intervention here as the delightful story unfolds – which fits in brilliantly with the dilemma under discussion It’s as if a space of possibility is created in which the audience can imagine a different upbeat sea-shanty music that has the whole audience clapping along and even joining in (despite not knowing the words) in the case of a small person sitting behind me Captain Sandy is an all-round feel good experience with stunning visuals and incredible performances from the puppeteers and their magnificent puppets Give the gift of magic this Christmas: take your family along to the Puppet Theatre Barge for a simply wondrous performance they will surely all delight in Created by Puppet BargeWritten by Maddie Dai Captain Sandy and the Sea Monster is aimed at ages 4-10 and runs at Puppet Theatre Barge until Sunday 26 January. 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Amazon.comConditions of UseAmazon Privacy Policy© 1996-2025 Amazon.com Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) announced today the appointment of Sandy Hutchison as managing director TAQA UK replacing Donald Taylor who will leave the role at the end of January 2025 When he takes up the position of managing director Sandy will be responsible for TAQA’s UK assets and will further the company’s strategy of safely and efficiently managing late-life operations and delivering excellence in decommissioning “Having joined TAQA UK in 2007 and as leader of the Legal Commercial and Business Services directorate since 2014 Sandy has extensive experience of the business,” said Franco Polo “He has been instrumental in TAQA UK’s journey of growth and transformation followed by its present-day focus on late-life operations and decommissioning Sandy is the right person to steer the UK business going forward.” Sandy commented: “It is a privilege to lead TAQA’s UK business into the next phase of its journey of late-life operations and decommissioning We have undergone significant change in recent years having decommissioned our Brae Bravo platform ceased production at our four Northern North Sea assets in advance of their disembarkation and decommissioning and embarked upon a substantial programme of subsea P&A activity Our key priority is to continue our track record of excellence and to deliver safe and efficient performance throughout our organisation and I’m excited to continue to work with the TAQA team and our supply chain companies to deliver on our strategy.” Sandy was senior legal advisor at Talisman Energy having started his career in the Energy and Corporate Practice of international law firm CMS working in their Aberdeen and London Offices Sandy is a qualified solicitor in Scotland and in England & Wales has completed the Oxford University (Saïd Business School) Advanced Management and Leadership Programme and has achieved Chartered Director status of the Institute of Directors Donald Taylor said: “It has been my honour to lead TAQA UK since 2016 and I am extremely proud of all that we have achieved together The coming years will offer some of the most interesting challenges and exciting opportunities in our industry and I wish Sandy and the team at TAQA every success for the future Franco Polo added: “We are grateful for the contribution of Donald Taylor to TAQA since he joined in 2009 and in particular during his time as Managing Director for Europe and the UK He leaves with our thanks and best wishes for the future.” Being a member of Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce can bring significant value to your business Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. United Kingdom these beaches have you covered for every kind of holiday Dreaming of sand between your toes, wind blowing in your hair and sun beating down on your skin? You might just be due a trip to the beach. Here in the UK, we can’t quite guarantee the sunshine, but we can guarantee some seriously stunning beaches which will rival those of Mediterranean (and might even be contenders for the best beaches in the world).  We have white sand beaches, we have pebbles, we have towering chalk cliffs and rock pools galore. We pretty much have a beach for every occassion. Not sure where to go? We’ve rounded up the best beaches in the UK right here, from Scotland to Cornwall all chosen by Time Out travel writers who have been to visit them IRL You’ll also find our expert reccs for where to stay so you can make the most of your beachy getaway Pretty beaches are dotted all over the UK, but you’ll find some absolute beauties in Scotland, Cornwall and Wales beaches are surrounded by tall cliffs and greenery and you might even find sand between your toes On our list of the UK’s best beaches we’ve included the prettiest and most serene stretches of coast out there but we’ve also included those better for vibes but they’re perfect for a seaside day out.  Photograph: ShutterstockBest for Feeling a million miles away from civilisation Easily one of the best-looking beaches in the UK Holkham would be flooded with visitors if it were just that little bit closer to London – or It’s surrounded by a massive nature reserve of pinewoods and salt marsh sea lavender and rare birds (this is the only place besides the Tower of London that I’ve ever spotted a raven) The beach itself is an enormous sandy stretch dotted with dunes and it’s at least a half-hour’s walk from the car park to the shoreline meaning you see nothing but nature and sea and maybe the odd film crew: Holkham has deservedly starred in many a movie (Shakespeare in Love Need to know The car park and Lookout Café (with toilets) are operated by Holkham Hall. For more facilities Get there The closest train station is Sheringham It’s linked by bus to Wells-next-the-Sea whose (also very nice) beach connects with Holkham Stay here The perfectly polished Victoria Inn has 20 rooms with a posh contemporary-cottage feel Live your best life and stroll through the walled rose gardens dine in the restaurant for fresh shellfish with samphire from the Holkham coastline or walk the few minutes to the golden sands of the beach 📍 Discover the best things to do in Norfolk Best for Pretending you’re in a Famous Five novel There’s no denying Kynance Cove is iconic bright turquoise waters and dramatic rock formations sticking out of the sea on a good day it would be easy to mistake this beach for somewhere far more exciting my family would often make the long drive followed by the intrepid walk down to the sand to spend the day exploring the many rock pools and mysterious caves of Kynance which lore has it were used by smugglers back in the day.Need to know Make sure to plan your trip to coincide with low tide When the tide is high the beach almost disappears under water the National Trust car park is often full before 11am – get there early to be sure of bagging a spot.’ Get there You’ll definitely need a car for this one – it’s just under an hour’s drive from Penzance.  Stay here Right next to the Kynance Cove Café is a cosy cottage that sleeps four It’s decorated in soothing seaside shades there’s a wood-burning stove and the garden has its own picnic bench – what more could you ask for 📍 Discover more of the best beaches in Cornwall Photograph: ShutterstockBest for Windswept walks with a coffee in hand.  The small coastal town of St Andrews is best known for two things: its ancient Scottish university and star-studded golf course But look further and you’ll be surprised by some seriously cinematic beaches. West Sands is the largest on offer: a wild two-mile stretch of golden sand just a short stroll from the town’s cobbled streets framed by dunes and popular with dog walkers and runners it famously featured in Chariots of Fire – though if you want to recreate the iconic scene we’d probably recommend wrapping up warm 💡 Insider tip: ‘Want more sand for your buck? The town is home to another two magnificent beaches Head to Castle Sands for rugged rocks under majestic ruins or East Sands for a picture-perfect view of the town.’ Get there Closest train station is Leuchars a 14 minute drive or short bus journey away.  Stay here The Peat Inn isn’t quite in St Andrews itself – it’s an easy 15 minute drive away this place has retained a Michelin star since 2010 and offers some of the warmest hospitality around Photograph: ShutterstockBest for Surfer dudes and Potterheads.  Freshwater West is potentially the most stunning place in the world when the sun is shining The surfer’s beach has all the waves of an Aussie spot and doesn't come with a Jaws warning It’s also where Dobby the house elf is laid to rest A makeshift shrine has been erected on the sand with socks and pebbles decorated with Harry Potter references paying tribute to the little guy Just make sure to respect the space or risk the wrath of pilgrimaging Potterheads Get there The 387 and 388 bus passes by the beach or it’s a 35 min drive from Milford Haven train station.  Stay here The Globe House is a little hotel in the Pembrokeshire countryside where can you rent the whole place or just a room and it’s less than a 10 minute drive from Freshwater West.  📍 Discover the best things to do in Wales Best for Beachfront beer stops and a big ol’ day out.  Need to know The spot between Brighton Palace Pier and the West Pier gets ridiculously chocker-block when the sun comes out but head east in the direction of the marina or even (whisper it) into Hove and you’ll find much more space and much less litter Get there Brighton Station is only a 15 minute walk to the seafront (you can see the sea as soon as you step outside) Stay there Drakes is arguably the classiest hotel in Brighton 📍 Discover the best things to do in Brighton🐟 Discover the best fish and chips in Brighton Photograph: ShutterstockBest for Riding the salty waves on a surfboard You’ll find big waves at this lively bay which makes it a magnet for surfers and thrill-seekers The family-friendly spot is buzzing with extreme sports activities all year round; take surf lessons from Extreme Academy or just spectate from your deckchair on the two-mile-long sandy shoreline And dog owners can rejoice – there’s no seasonal ban and pooches are always welcome Need to know Lifeguards are on watch during peak periods (check here for dates) Get there Closest train station is Newquay Stay here Set slap-bang in the middle of the beach, the family-run Watergate Bay Hotel is the beating heart of the bay The second generation of owners took over in 2004 and the 69-room hotel saw an £8 million redevelopment transforming it into a hub of activity and relaxation Expect luxury rooms with beach-chic decor (some featuring freestanding baths with sea views) and a jam-packed events programme.  With more than 80 miles of coastline to explore, Dorset is no stranger to a gorgeous beach And while it might not quite be the most aesthetic of the bunch, Weymouth Beach is a place with some serious buzz: boasting a lively promenade a historic harbour and those all-important golden sands This beach feels romantically like the ‘good old days’ so go ahead and grab yourself an ice cream roll up your trousers and paddle in the shallows – before drying off and enjoying a pint in one of the nearby pubs.  🤫 Insider tip: ‘For a dose of culture, head to Weymouth Pavillion: a theatre and cinema overlooking the waters.’ Get there Weymouth train station is a three minute stroll away.  Stay here For something a bit more boutique, consider Gloucester House a B&B with tastefully furnished rooms boasting views across the sea 📍 Discover the best things to do in Dorset Photograph: Russell Skene / ShutterstockBest for Windswept bliss on one of the most tranquil beaches on the western coast I might be biased because I’m born and raised in Scotland but you really can’t do much better than Camusdarach This rugged coastline boasts one of the cleanest beaches on the western coast, with a crescent of pillow-soft white sand hugged by clear-blue waters and framed by dramatic there’s not a lot in the way of facilities but the nearby town of Morar (an eight-minute drive) offers home comforts in the way of cafés Drive a little further north to Mallaig where The Jacobite steam train (as seen in the Harry Potter movies) calls by Have a meal in the old dining cars or even stay over in the restored carriages 💡 Editor’s tip: ‘Bring a picnic – there are no facilities here Get there Closest train station is Morar Stay here There’s no TV, no wi-fi and no phone at The Wee Lodge – and they make no apologies for it the sound of the birds singing and a stunning view of Loch Morar this secluded hideaway is the perfect place to switch off and recharge your batteries 📍 Discover more of the best beaches in Scotland🏞️ Discover the best places to visit in Scotland Photograph: ShutterstockBest for Braving the chill for a sheltered dip in crystal-clear waters This community garden and farm provides work experience and training to people with learning disabilities Need to know Bring everything you need and take it back with you – there are no facilities on site And be sure to check the tide times and leave in plenty of time to avoid getting stranded Get there Closest train station is Lamphey Stay here If picturesque country pubs are your vibe, book a room at The Stackpole Inn the restaurant is warmed by a log fire and serves the likes of Welsh-reared steaks with locally sourced produce bedrooms are modern and cosy and include an unmissable traditional Welsh breakfast.  Photograph: ShutterstockBest for Sand that seems to stretch on forever 🤫 Insider tip: ‘If you are looking to escape the hordes tends to be a bit quieter – just follow the windsurfers.’ Stay here Right by the dunes, boutique hotel The Gallivant has a restaurant that sources virtually all of its ingredients from within a ten-mile radius or prop up the bar – which is dog-friendly 📍 Discover the best things to do in Rye Thanks for subscribing! 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