Nathan Woolcock competes during the Seven Sisters Trail Race last Saturday out-and-back course with over 3,500 feet elevation gain following the ridgecrest of the Holyoke Range The race is considered the most challenging trail race in the Northeast Proceeds from the race go to the Friends of the Mt a nonprofit organization that helps the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) purchase Runners in the first heat begin from the starting line during the Seven Sisters Trail Race on Saturday Michelle Toepel (381) competes during the Seven Sisters Trail Race Saturday Runners trek through rocky terrain during the Seven Sisters Trail Race on Saturday Runners trek through rocky terrain during the Seven Sisters Trail Race Saturday you agree with our use of cookies to personalize your experience measure ads and monitor how our site works to improve it for our users EarthSky’s Marcy Curran introduces you to the Pleiades The 2025 EarthSky Lunar Calendar is now available! A unique and beautiful poster-sized calendar. Keep up with all phases of the moon every night of the year. The Pleiades star cluster is also famously known as the Seven Sisters. Or, to some, it’s known as Messier 45 (M45) on the list of Messier objects The Pleiades is visible from almost every part of the globe It’s seen from as far north as the North Pole and farther south than the southernmost tip of South America It looks like a tiny misty dipper of stars The Hyades pattern is another star cluster near the Pleiades stars the Pleiades was once a single star: the brightest in the sky The Polynesian god Tane disliked this star bragging about its beauty The modern-day festival of Halloween originates from an old Druid rite that coincided with the midnight culmination of the Pleiades cluster People believed the veil dividing the living from the dead is at its thinnest when the Pleiades culminates – reaches its highest point in the sky – at midnight these sibling stars drift through space together at about 25 miles per second (40 km per second) Many of these stars shine hundreds of times more brightly than our sun Read more: Open star clusters are loose groups of stars In our Northern Hemispheres skies, the Pleiades cluster is associated with the coming winter season. It’s easy to imagine this misty patch of icy-blue suns as hoarfrost clinging to the dome of night So frosty November is the month of the Pleiades because it’s at this time that the Pleiades shines from dusk until dawn But you can see the Pleiades cluster in the evening sky well into April The star name Aldebaran comes from an Arabic word for follower It’s thought to be a reference to this star’s forever chasing the Pleiades across the heavens the Pleiades cluster rises into the eastern sky before Aldebaran rises and sets in the west before Aldebaran sets The only exception to this rule happens at far southern latitudes Pleiades rises a short while after Aldebaran rises Most people see six, not seven, Pleiades stars in a dark country sky However, the story about the lost 7th Pleiad appears universal. The astronomer Robert Burnham Jr. found the lost Pleiad myth prevalent in the star lore of European Native American and Aboriginal Australian populations Moreover, Burnham suggested that the “lost Pleiad” may have basis in fact. Modern astronomy has found that the 7th-brightest Pleiades star – Pleione – is a complicated shell star that goes through numerous permutations these changes can cause this star to vary in brightness mapped out 11 Pleiades stars before the invention of the telescope To see more than six or seven Pleiades stars, you must have very good eyesight (or a pair of binoculars). And you must be willing to spend time under a dark, moonless sky. Stephen O’Meara claims that eyes dark-adapted for 30 minutes are six times more sensitive to light than eyes dark-adapted for 15 minutes But the surest way to see additional Pleiades stars is to look at this cluster using some optical aid Bottom line: The Pleiades – or Seven Sisters – is a star cluster that’s a popular target for observers in the late fall and winter in the Northern Hemisphere We invite you to visit our campaign page to discover why we need your contributions now more than ever to preview an illustration from Guy Ottewell’s great book that we're helping finalize and to learn more about EarthSky’s history “Things are always so much more peaceful when looking up.” We couldn’t agree more we apologize for the popup and greatly appreciate your support All About The Rock Have you ever noticed how modern metal bands either sound like they’re trying to be Viking warlords or they just discovered synthesizers in their mom’s basement thank whatever cosmic overlord you believe in but instead of just slapping on the usual “Odin this they weave an actual sci-fi concept that doesn’t sound like it was written by a guy who just watched Blade Runner for the first time and injected it with actual emotional weight He knows when to hold back and when to let it rip which is more than I can say for half the bands that think shrieking equals talent If you’re the kind of person who complains that “metal isn’t what it used to be,” stop whining and listen to this. Seven Sisters aren’t just paying tribute to the greats—they’re carving out their own path with this follow up to Pt.1 (reviewed HERE,) and if there’s any justice in this universe they’ll be headlining festivals instead of whatever generic sludge passes for metal these days Shadow of A Fallen Star Pt.2 is an album that respects its audience You must be logged in to post a comment This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive Read our ‘Farming on the edge’ report Home ❯ Discover our countryside ❯ Best of the countryside ❯ A sense of belonging: Alinah Azadeh and the Sussex landscape Alinah Azadeh has found connection among the rolling downs and chalk cliffs of Sussex ‘Imagine all those who have ever been here before you over the millennia; our ancestors from the Middle East travelling over the land bridge to this island before it split apart from the mainland reaching down into the depths of the estuary channel amidst the moist genius of the mycelium networks ‘Imagine us all becoming more than human in the chalk (From ‘Taking Root’, part of We Hear You Now new stories for the Seven Sisters and Sussex Heritage Coast.) As much as I love time spent indoors writing alone there is something uniquely inspiring about taking my notebook outdoors The previous quote comes from a story I began to write on Exceat Hill It was initially triggered by an archaeological find – the discovery in the 1920s of an abandoned village wiped out by the Black Death – and it cycles through history to the present time amid the current renaturing of the area by the South Downs National Park Authority On a listening post attached to the gate at the top of Exceat Hill one of 14 We Hear You Now audio stories by fellow writers set around the six-mile coastal stretch between Seaford and Eastbourne As well as an awareness of human history and deep time as I walk the chalk the present moment inspires my senses; ears wrap around the joyous raving of skylarks eyes widen as I notice a bee orchid or the violet spark of a round-headed rampion in the grassland I feel the crunch of chalk under my boots on this path with its silver flash of meanders on the right carrying me up onto Haven Brow – the first of the Seven Sisters cliffs – on the left Exceat is not the path most travelled by visitors to reach the sea swiftly elevating walkers above the entire area It is also now much more accessible since off-road scooters – and support – have been made available from the Seven Sisters Visitor Centre I myself wasn’t always able to reach the hill with long periods of time of restricted movement due to foot injuries Covid and ongoing health issues still affecting my capacity for long walks directional dyslexia means I easily take a wrong turn if alone though I have learnt to see getting lost as a creative opportunity the We Hear You Now stories are all online evoking our writer journeys over the chalk amid the beauty of the changing seasons and in the face of extreme shifts in climate so visible along this coastline So much of my creative meandering takes place ‘in company’ and I have been taught so much by writers I know I am in a creative process with the more-than-human world around me the outline of the coastguard cottages at Seaford Head; all this texture story – or just exquisite sound (for my podcasts) I have developed a sense of belonging to landscape that goes far beyond any definition of nation For three years on programmes I led during my residency I did this alongside 35 writers with heritage from over 20 countries; we ‘made belonging’ as we walked together the imaginary blends with the real to open a different lens on deep time imagined futures – if we can only sustain ways to collectively care for this land there is no environmental justice without social justice I now continue my landscape-inspired writing and podcasting online via my Substack and outdoors including a commission for the 100th anniversary of the Towner art gallery in East Sussex; if you walk up towards Beachy Head from Eastbourne from next spring you will encounter my verses carved into four new artist benches by Will Spankie set around Warren Hill dew pond on the South Downs Way loss and yet hopeful renewal of landscape and deeper connection to ourselves and others through these difficult it’s set in one of my favourite kinds of South Downs spaces – a place to pause and breathe … with an extraordinary view Alinah Azadeh is an artist, writer, performer and cultural activist. You can listen to her podcasts and read her work here. To hear all the audio stories and poems by Sussex-based writers from the We Hear You Now project, visit sevensisters.org.uk/we-hear-you-now/explore-the-work Dive deeper into the topics we care about with our handy explainer guides We’ll send you the latest news and information on our work events and other ways you can support our vision for a thriving countryside We hold and manage your details in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. We won’t share, sell or swap your information with other organisations for their own marketing purposes. You can read our privacy policy for more information This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply The report highlights the school’s continued commitment to providing high-quality education and fostering a positive learning environment for its pupils marking a proud moment for the school community A standout feature of the report is the school’s exceptional support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) Inspectors praised the school’s specialist resource provision where staff carefully identify pupils’ needs and provide expert The school’s inclusive ethos ensures that pupils with SEND are fully integrated into all aspects of school life with staff helping them achieve remarkable progress both socially and academically The inspection also highlighted the school’s well-designed which breaks learning into manageable steps enabling pupils to deepen their understanding across all subjects Staff were noted for their effective use of assessment to address gaps in learning and their ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual pupil needs Another fantastic Ofsted report from a school in Haringey We are incredibly proud of the dedication and commitment shown by the staff and families at Seven Sisters Primary School in providing an excellent education and the very best start in life for our young people.  A huge congratulations to everyone who has been part of this journey We look forward to celebrating many more achievements and the bright journey ahead for our children—they truly are the future of Haringey Director of Children Services at Haringey Council Inclusivity and high-quality education go hand in hand and Seven Sisters Primary School exemplifies this perfectly We are incredibly proud of all their achievements and the positive impact they continue to have on their pupils.  This success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of teachers Thank you to everyone for playing a vital role in this journey Headteacher at Seven Sisters Primary School I am so proud of the staff here as they work so hard to ensure that all children are included “Our children are fast becoming caring and resilient young people who persevere whatever life throws at them and it was wonderful that Ofsted recognised it too Seven Sisters Primary School was inspected under the new Ofsted framework which gives a rating for each area but not a single headline judgement The school has undergone a rebrand and is now known as South Grove Primary School Productive discussions have been held between representatives of the Park Road Lido Users Group Haringey Council’s Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure Residents will be able to get a first glimpse of the newly refurbished and renovated East Wing gallery spaces at Bruce Castle Museum and Archive.. free and fun activities and events are taking place in Haringey libraries for residents of all ages throughout May A Wood Green primary school which embraces its values creating an environment where children learn Sign up to HPX now we'd like to know more about your visit today Unfortunately we are currently having issues connecting to our feedback service Sign our campaign for a grant funding review The towers are home to more than 250 residents The ending of an exclusivity agreement between Rochdale Boroughwide Housing and Legal & General Affordable Homes could put the Rochdale towers in jeopardy With the housing association’s plans for the tower’s refurbishment exceeding £107m, RBH and LGAH had been working to find a long-term solution but failed to reach a commercially viable agreement for their renewal RBH are now “considering all other options” which includes the potential for demolition said: “[It’s] critical we make sound financial decisions and spend every penny of our customers’ rent money wisely we have not been able to reach a commercially viable agreement that both RBH and LGAH were comfortable with from a risk perspective.” is a collection of seven 100-flat tower blocks affectionately named the Seven Sisters by locals They were built in the 1960s but are now in poor and declining condition RBH has said the end of its agreement with LGAH would allow it to be more flexible providing the housing association with greater scope to pursue alternative ideas for College Bank RBH is now engaging in independent structural surveys and financial modelling to inform future decision-making for the site The housing association will shortly be looking for contractors to aid in its plans for the site Improvements to the blocks and outdoor public realm will continue as promised to residents RBH had previously announced its intention to demolish the towers before the government allowed Rochdale Council to open a housing revenue account allowing the council to own and manage its social housing An LGAH spokesperson reiterated the failure to reach an agreement with RBH and said: “RBH will be exploring alternative routes for the delivery of the project “We [at LGAH] remain committed to sustainably delivering much-need affordable housing that meets the needs of local communities across the country.” LGAH indicated its desire to invest in the affordable housing sector long-term RBH’s Newton added: “We know this will be disappointing for customers living in College Bank but the work completed in the last few months has taken us forward and will not be lost “Considering options independently will take a number of months and whilst we know this brings further uncertainty we will continue to engage with residents throughout.” Read our comments policy Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Seems to be a bit of waste to have 500 empty homes when there is a desperate shortage of affordable homes £100m renovation to release an additional 500 homes and to renovate the 250 already occupied seems a bargain Surely the longer they drag their arguments out If we are to address the lack of social housing in Rochdale then these flats have to be brought back to standard and used to house families I can’t believe £107 million will be anywhere near enough to renovate them to a decent homes and building safety standard I also doubt there will be much demand for them from families in Rochdale There can be little doubt that the whole situation has been poorly mismanaged by Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH) who since the transfer to it of the Council’s housing stock ten years ago has seemed out of its depth There is a declared housing crisis within the borough with 22,000 people chasing 10,000 properties and an anticipated waiting period of five years The flats have much potential but since the collapse of the Legal and General deal something needs to be done The Council is likely to resist demolition but it could demonstrate leadership by opening a housing revenue account and taking responsibility for the seven blocks by seeking their transfer back Perhaps a cheaper refurbishment plus an external clean and smartening up would be ok Perhaps it’s better just to pull them down and put something else up like new low level flats of say 8 or 10 storeys maybe they could be look like the smart new college building. The borough claims it has a ‘disproportionately high number of HMOs’ and is pursuing the introduction of measures to wrestle back control The housing association is working with main contractor Caddick to build 69 social rent homes for over 55s and a GP surgery on 2.5 acres of disused land on Arrow Street in Broughton Register for free North West property intelligence Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Join more than 13,000 property professionals and sign up to receive your free daily round-up of built environment news direct to your inbox By subscribing, you are agreeing to our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value" Fredi Rivero died after the attack on Seven Sisters Road News | Crime Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice This is the last image of a 75-year-old man allegedly killed by three teenage girls in a north London high street Fredi Rivero is seen in a grainy CCTV image captured shortly before he was surrounded Mr Rivero had been attacked on Seven Sisters Road, Holloway at about 11.35pm last Thursday and died in hospital the next day The incident outside a McDonald’s restaurant was recorded by one of the defendants on her phone A Cruel Love on ITV: a riveting portrayal of a monstrous miscarriage of justice Journalist Sophie Elmhirst wins book of the year at Nero Book Awards FTSE 100: Green shoots of growth for UK business ...The Standard podcast Pictures released of pensioner allegedly killed by teenage girls in street Police officers and paramedics treated him at the scene but he died in hospital on Friday were arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm before the elderly victim’s death but have now been charged with manslaughter The teenagers, who cannot be named because of their age, appeared in court on Monday. was near a bus stop when the defendants alighted and surrounded him They walked away but returned and the victim was then pushed and shoved One of the teenagers recorded the incident on her mobile Chair of the bench Alexia Fetherstonhaugh remanded the defendants into youth detention accommodation and told them they will appear at the Old Bailey on March 31 The Metropolitan Police said a special post-mortem examination will be held in due course Detective Inspector Devan Taylor described Mr Rivero as a “much loved father” whose family is “devastated by his death” “Three girls have been charged in connection with this investigation and we continue at pace with our inquiries,” he added “If you remember seeing Fredi or have any information which could support with the investigation Superintendent Annmarie Cowley, a senior officer responsible for policing Islington, said on at the time: “I know this death will cause shock and very real concern in Holloway and the wider Islington area and I want to assure local people that a thorough police investigation is under way.” Anyone with information has been asked to call police on 101 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 Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin David Beckham extends olive branch to son Brooklyn amid 'family feud' New visa crackdown as Home Office plans to restrict applications from nationalities most likely to overstay New visa crackdown as Home Office plans to restrict applications As part of the Red Earth Arts Festival 2025 the spectacular Bunggaliyarra Munggu – First Lights Drone Show will illuminate the skies over Hearson Cove on Sunday celebrating one of the oldest continuous cultural stories hosted by Juluwarlu Group Aboriginal Corporation marks the closing ceremony of REAF 2025 and combines traditional Yindjibarndi and Ngarluma storytelling with cutting-edge drone technology Audiences will witness the Seven Sisters story come to life in a dynamic light show beginning at 7:00 PM, with the event running from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Free tickets are available at https://mayalarri.com.au To ensure access for the Roebourne community a complimentary bus service will transport registered patrons to and from Hearson Cove The bus will depart from the Ngurin Centre with check-in starting at 5:15 PM and departure scheduled for 5:30 PM The return journey will begin from Hearson Cove between 8:15 PM and 8:30 PM, depending on traffic. Each individual must register to secure a seat, which also serves as their event ticket. Registrations can be made at: https://karratha.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/149048 Mrs T Daneils daughter Regina and Kaylene Daniel This landmark event not only showcases the region’s cultural richness but also honours the legacy of the late Mrs a revered cultural leader and advocate for Yindjibarndi and Ngarluma heritage The drone show reflects her enduring influence “Seeing this story as a drone show at that sacred site will be very special and important Juluwarlu Group Aboriginal Corporation CEO Lorraine Coppin emphasised the importance of the event in preserving and sharing cultural knowledge but you might take something from this event you might take the story that relates to Yindjibarndi’s creation time “How women are very special and important in our community But this is what we want to showcase at this event.” Ngaarda RadioPhotography ShowcaseVideo Showcase Book Our ServicesBecome a SponsorVolunteer With Us About UsBlog & NewsContact Us Legal DocumentsComplaints 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them but both leaders struggled to control their young Each sister possessed a unique beauty and a distinct personality they formed a striking sight as they wandered the coastline Their father was very protective of them and forbade them from wandering too far from home after dark Suliskongen sent his seven daughters to the maiden of Leka so she could turn them into responsible young ladies after a long day of exploring the coastal cliffs with Lekamøya the seven sisters lost track of time and found themselves far from home and they couldn’t resist the temptation to take a swim had left home and was looking for mischief He had long harbored a secret desire for Lekamøya he had wandered the coast when he saw her and the sisters bathing in the moonlight the Seven Sisters are still an imposing sight preparing to shoot an arrow to stop Lekamøya throwing his magical hat to block the arrow Although this initially protected Lekamøya and the sisters the emerging sunrise would have the final say The Seven Sisters were caught by the light was forever fixed in the shape of a rider looking south towards the sisters Lekamøya made it as far as the county border and now stands on an island in Trøndelag which had fallen to the ground with the arrow stuck in it a famous mountain with a distinctive hole piercing through it a reminder of the fateful arrow that once flew through the night sky Sailing past the Seven Sisters on a Norwegian coastal voyage or on a smaller cruise ship that sails along Norway’s inside passage is the best way to see the mountains in context with the coastline However, it’s also possible to climb these imposing icons and serious hikers can even tackle all seven in a single day with a well-maintained trail that steepens just before the summit Skjæringen (3,405 ft) and the twin peaks of Tvillingene (3,100 ft and 3,215 ft) are family-friendly hikes with gradual trails and fresh water along the way Each peak rewards climbers with stunning views and a convenient route connects Skjæringen and the Twins for a multi-peak experience There’s a visitors book at the top of each peak and hikers who successfully climb all seven can claim a certificate from the local tourist association Although possible to climb all seven in a single day (the record is approximately four hours) most hikers spread out the project over several days Cookie Policy This site uses cookies like all sites do. Please see our Cookie Policy for more information Reject The Barclays Women's Super League has kicked off. Check out the fixtures and get your tickets here! You have successfully signed up to receive the latest news and updates straight to your inbox 13.11.2024 Three of London’s iconic stations will have a Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) takeover to mark a historic weekend for the top two tiers of women’s football later this week Across the weekend of November 16 and 17, for the first time ever, all eleven games across the Barclays WSL and Barclays Women’s Championship will be played in each home side’s respective main stadia. And to celebrate the milestone, the Women’s Professional Leagues and Transport for London (TfL) have joined forces to have a number of iconic Barclays WSL players on the overground and underground airwaves. In the stations closest to the aforementioned grounds – White Hart Lane, Seven Sisters and Fulham Broadway – those traveling to the games will be welcomed into the stations by the voices of some of the league’s biggest names. Bethany England (Tottenham Hotspur), Lotte Wubben-Moy (Arsenal), Lucy Bronze (Chelsea), and Alex Greenwood (Manchester City) have worked with TfL to record special announcements that will play out across the stations in the run up to kick-off at the matches. Additionally, the stations will feature unique wipe boards created especially for each of the fixtures for supporters to enjoy as they make their way towards the grounds. Fans are also being encouraged to ground-hop using the London Overground and Underground to travel between each game, with Spurs against Arsenal kicking off at 1.45pm (due to finish at approximately 3.45pm), and Chelsea versus Manchester City starting at 5.30pm. Those wishing to attend both matches should start out on the Overground from White Hart Lane to Seven Sisters, then take the Victoria line to Victoria before the District line to Fulham Broadway – a journey that takes between 45 and 60 minutes in total. Finally, the coming weeks will also see the introduction of the Lioness line on the London Overground to celebrate the achievements of the England women’s national football team. More information on the line will be shared on Transport for London’s social media channels in due course. 2025 Designed by Seven Sisters were formed in West London in 2014 A traditional heavy metal band with a backbone of NWOBHM adding genre crossing elements of power metal that mixes some ’80s influences with progressive structures and fluid innovation Seven Sisters consist of Kyle McNeill (guitar/vocals/synthesizers) Gaz Martin (bass) and Sammy Christou (drums) ‘Shadow Of A Fallen Star Pt.2’ is Seven Sisters’ fourth full length studio album beginning with their self-titled debut in 2016 to this one’s predecessor ‘Shadow Of A Fallen Star Pt.1’ released during 2021 This record marks the successful conclusion of their ambitious sci-fi concept spanning two albums and taking 5-years to make them the second Death Star only took 4-years to build was released on 28 March 2025 via Dissonance Productions this is not an EP although it contains just 4-tracks their combined running time is over 38 minutes before blasting off with a Dragonforce style riff propelling us straight into Hyper-space The twin lead guitars are entwined throughout as Christou double-taps and thrashes the skins Clever tempo changes are linked by Kyle McNeill’s clear and sharp vocal as he tells the story A melodic and proggy mid-section allows the traveller to enjoy the journey before we come hurtling back to the ground to a backdrop of ferocious beats and racing riffs ‘Solar Winds’ by contrast has a steady classic rock sound with even beats and chugging guitar riffs This immediately demonstrates the band’s fine musical talents showing their ability to mix up the styles The harmonized guitars work in conjunction with the marching beat of Martin and Christou giving a respectful nod to the influence of those 80’s rock bands It includes plenty of chanted backing vocals which will have the fists punching the air at a live show The track induces toe-tapping and unconscious head nodding listen and enjoy as the chronicle continues The final track is the epic ‘Andromeda Descending (A Fallen Star Rises)’ and is the big sister of ‘Andromeda Rising’ the opening track from the previous album A scratchy guitar riff and a drum volley grabs the attention the overlapping textures of sound is impressive A charging heavy bass beat and McNeill’s quick lyrics propel us into the track in places it’s hard to believe that Seven Sisters comprises of only four members The track arrives at a calming section where gentle strumming sits next to a soaring futuristic sounding guitar melody adding to the atmosphere the rhythm section bring seismic beats The tempo then increases with a classic rock riff and beat the pace intensifies as the band switch to a power/speed metal sound The velocity recedes as we return to that classic sound Seven Sisters play so well The band carefully brings us back safely in a controlled and measured splash landing Seven Sisters’ ‘Shadow Of A Fallen Star Pt.2’ and they have whetted my appetite to go searching for their back catalogue In places the album reminded me of a couple of legendary recordings firstly Queen’s ‘Flash Gordon Soundtrack’ with their sci-fi compositions and secondly Iron Maiden’s ‘Seventh Son of a Seventh Son’ for their themed story-telling to a rampaging background Whether you listen to ‘Shadow Of A Fallen Star Pt.2’ as a follow up to its forerunner or as a stand-alone recording you are in for one hell of a ride Pre-order: https://www.cherryred.co.uk/artist/se… Facebook:   / sevensistersheavymetal   Instagram:   / sevensistersheavymetal   Website: http://www.sevensistersheavymetal.co.uk BLOODSTOCK is thrilled to be partnering with premier alternative lifestyle and merchandise… The Mayor of London was joined by The Leader of the Council and senior officers from Haringey Council's children services they emphasised the importance of empowering young people with knowledge and resources to combat GBV engaging with students and observing how this vital subject matter is being integrated into the curriculum where the Mayor interacted with both children and staff fostering an open dialogue about the importance of addressing GBV from an early age The collaboration between the Mayor’s office and Haringey Council aims to foster a deeper understanding of GBV issues and to encourage young people to speak out against violence in all its forms News | UK Three teenage girls accused of killing a 75-year-old man in a violent street attack face a provisional trial in December Fredi Rivero was attacked on Seven Sisters Road in Islington, north London was near a bus stop when the teenagers got off a bus and surrounded him with one of them filming the incident on her phone Three teenage girls were subsequently charged with his manslaughter On Thursday, their case was brought before Judge Mark Lucraft KC at the Old Bailey for a preliminary hearing although the defendants were not required to attend The judge set a plea hearing for May 23 with a provisional trial from December 1 The girls cannot be named because of their age and remain in custody The judge said any application for bail would be considered at a later date after viewing CCTV footage of the incident police have said Mr Rivero was a “much-loved father” whose family were “devastated by his death” More than 600,000 people a year visit Birling Gap The National Trust has banned coaches from one of Britain’s most popular beauty spots in an attempt to reduce the growing numbers of people visiting the site Up to 600,000 people a year visit Birling Gap which is part of the Seven Sisters cliffs in East Sussex on England’s south coast Local people hope the ban will reduce visitor numbers and in turn limit damage and coastal erosion to the site which has featured in films including Atonement and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves said to be the first of its kind imposed by the trust was welcomed by Philip Myerson who lives nearby who told the Daily Mail: “Birling Gap and Seven Sisters is being ruined by a huge increase in visitors in recent years “It’s a tsunami and it’s having a really big impact on the small road a former National Trust worker who lives in a cottage close to the cliffs said: “The National Trust wants to welcome people to Birling Gap but it wants them to see it at its best Banning all coaches is a good idea as they are often huge arrive in large numbers and are an eyesore.” Visitors arriving by other means are still welcome to the beauty spot On the National Trust website for Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters cliffs it states: “Please note we no longer allow coach parking or coach drop-off within our car park at this location.” It instead directs people to “alternative coach parking in the Eastbourne area” A National Trust spokesperson said: “At Birling Gap we welcome over 600,000 visitors every year to this small rural clifftop location that is vulnerable to coastal erosion “We’ve seen a significant increase in coach visits in recent years Free newsletterGet the day’s headlines and highlights emailed direct to you every morning The spokesperson said the move was not a trust-wide policy and was made in response to a specific problem in Birling Gap and Seven Sisters The ban follows a previous warning from East Sussex county council about people veering too close to the cliff edge A council spokesperson told SussexWorld: “The iconic white cliffs are very popular with visitors but they are extremely unstable and can give way at any time with no warning.” Fredi Rivero died after the alleged attack near to a bus stop on Seven Sisters Road A 75-year-old pensioner died after being shoved, kicked, and punched in a “random” street attack by three teenage girls Fredi Rivero was allegedly surrounded and set upon by girls aged 14, 16 and 17 as he waited for a bus on Seven Sisters Road, Holloway on Thursday night One of the girls is said to have filmed part of the incident on her mobile phone Two of the girls broke down crying as they appeared in the dock together to face manslaughter charges for the first time Man dies after assault outside Wetherspoons pub in Lewisham Three teenage girls charged over death of man Three teenage girls charged with manslaughter as man The court heard they are accused of surrounding Mr Rivero after getting off a bus Mr Rivero was taken to hospital at around 11.35pm on Thursday and died the following day The three girls appeared together in the dock on Monday The youngest girl sobbed repeatedly during the hearing and was heard to say: “I can’t even say bye to my mum.” who cannot be identified due to their ages were supported in court by social workers and members of their families “All three young ladies are charged with manslaughter” She said Mr Rivero was seen on CCTV walking to the bus stop in Seven Sisters Road at just after 11pm where he sat talking to another man His friend got on to a bus just as the girls got off and it is said they then surrounded Mr Rivero It is said he was subjected to “pushing and shoving” and Mr Rivero was said to be “bewildered” and was heard saying he just wanted to go home Magistrates ordered that the girls are held in custody until the next court hearing at the Old Bailey on March 31 No pleas were entered on Monday to the manslaughter charges After the death, Superintendent Annmarie Cowley, responsible for policing Islington said: “I know this death will cause shock and very real concern in Holloway and the wider Islington area and I want to assure local people that a thorough police investigation is under way “There are additional police patrols in the local area “I urge local people to speak with these officers if you have any information or any concerns and they will be in and around Holloway throughout the weekend.” SYNTH ANATOMY uses affiliation & partner programs (big red buttons) to finance a part of the activity Recovery Seven Sisters is a new percussion Synthesizer for desktop and Eurorack based on the Syncussion and Syndrum synths A developer is now bringing back the sound of late-70s drum synth instruments in two new hardware releases Seven Sisters is a new percussion Synthesizer that aims to capture the sound of the Pearl Syncussion Whether it is a replica of these classics or inspired by them is unknown It offers seven independent voices; six are playable simultaneously so super-advanced sound design is not the aim of this drum synth The developers promise that these can create sounds that go beyond the classics But you don’t have access to these oscillators You can trigger Recovery Seven Sisters using the buttons at the bottom of the units All sounds come out of the same dual-mono audio output The Seven Sisters drum synth is also available as a 10HP drum voice for Eurorack the Eurorack module offers more control over the sounds you can only play one sound at a time and not all seven like in the desktop Recovery Seven Sisters four CV inputs for controlling the parameters this is a somewhat strange drum synthesizer release but the control options are far too limited If you need one-press drums with this characteristic But it’s the wrong choice if you want to get deeper into drum synthesis Recovery Effects Seven Sisters is available now for pre-order for an introductory price of 288,95€ without a power supply or 302,95€ with The Eurorack module is available for 220,95€.  More information here: Recovery Effects Hardware Synthesizer News Eurorack News a supercharged OP-Z groovebox taken to the field Deal: 28% OFF Roland GAIA 2 wavetable/VA Synthesizer Sugar Bytes Drumcomputer plugin combines deep drum synthesis and creative sequencing paired with the famous SB craziness in it. It never gets boring when Sugar Bytes releases a new plugin. Unlike many others, they also […] Oblivion Sound Lab Hex Drum is a drum synthesizer for modern drum sounds with a vintage character inspired by the legendary Simmon SDS Drum synthesizer plugins are also a little rarer, although they are very […] Is there really no cv control over the mode You’d have the decay of voices cut off as they get interrupted by CV changes Cutting the decay is fine and can sound great The review states it is unknown whether the Seven Sisters is a replica or inspired- The idea of the Seven Sisters was to create a hardware unit that captures the essence of the Syncussion and Syndrum while adding additional oscillators and sound sources to make them more complex and interesting The original units only have a single oscillator per voice The Seven Sisters starts with some of the most useful settings I’ve put together on my own Syncussion unit and the controls are based around what is most useful in a compact There is a small attempt at creating a conventional kick but the definitive goal was to create the most interesting starting points I’ve found on my own units you’ll find the parameters are not quite as simple as pitch and decay the pitch control on Voice 1 is also manipulating the noise oscillator there is a filter control that works with the pitch These combinations go even further with the Eurorack unit and offer 3 settings per voice in a wide range of settings that will scratch any Syncussion itch you have all of the parameters are controllable over CV Compare this to the original Syncussion units or Behringer reissues that have 2 playable voices and no options for CV The Seven Sisters Eurorack module not only offers CV control over every parameter but retails for only $29 more than the Behringer unit The Seven Sisters also shines at being a great performance module for stage The desktop version not only can be triggered but unused triggers can be played manually Along with the simple and powerful controls this makes the Seven Sisters extremely interactive and fun to play this is not a review but just the news 😉 Thanks for the extra info The description on the web and the demo just say pitch and decay that’s why I wrote only pitch and decay in the article Commentdocument.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "a60f553591202522c535f7b1d4173180" );document.getElementById("edab391f36").setAttribute( "id" and website in this browser for the next time I comment Around 100 firefighters tackle blaze at kebab shop in early hours Friday, 29th November 2024 — By Isabel Loubser WATCH OUR ONLINE HISTORY CHANNEL, UNTOLD LONDON A TAKEAWAY restaurant and two flats have been destroyed after flames engulfed a building in Holloway Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters were sent to tackle the fire at the Dubai Shawarma kebab shop in Seven Sisters Road after the first call was made to the service at 3.45am yesterday (Thursday) It is the second time this year that a major fire has severely damaged businesses in the road firefighters were still arriving – from as far away as Dagenham – and the police had cordoned off a large part of the road Five people were taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service crews after suffering from smoke inhalation but at least two residents had been discharged and were waiting to find out what had happened to their flat who live on the second floor above the takeaway said they woke up at 4am before being told to leave the building immediately Firefighters at the scene yesterday (Thursday) I looked out the window and I could just see the flames We saw flames from our bedroom window that is facing the street Then we went to the hospital for smoke inhalation.” the residents were told by the police that there was “nothing left” of their flat and that the roof was still alight residents told how they woke up to the smell of smoke and had to “run through flames” onto the street Passers-by and neighbours in the area were equally shaken by the fire with many waiting by the police cordons to see when they would be able to return to their homes and businesses was “shocked” when he saw the flames as he was walking to work I was just in shock and took some videos to send to my brother,” he said who runs the Photo 7 Digital shop on the corner of Seven Sisters Road said he hoped to return to his business soon I just came into work and I can’t get into the shop It was expected that the road would be shut until at least the end of the day Station Commander Mike Watts said: “There are road closures in place and we urge people to avoid the area “The fire produced a lot of smoke in the vicinity and local residents were advised to keep their windows and doors closed while crews brought the fire under control.” The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Fire Brigade and the Metropolitan Police Service In February more than 40 firefighters were called to a blaze near the junction with Holloway Road which had been caused by a “heat source placed too close to combustible items” Kebab shop owner says he has no insurance as he tries to rebuild Friday, 24th January — By Frankie Lister-Fell at Dubai Shawarma kebab shop  in Seven Sisters Road THE owner of a kebab shop which was destroyed in a ferocious fire in Seven Sisters Road has spoken for the first time about watching his business burn to the ground He has set up a fundraiser to try and cover the cost of getting his shop back after the blaze on November 28 destroyed the building and flats above Mr Mohamed told the Tribune this week: “One night the director called me and said ‘your shop is on fire’ He rushed to the scene from his mother’s home in Kentish Town where he was staying “It was a big fire just coming out of the building and lots of smoke and all the fire people around,” Mr Mohamed said Around 100 firefighters were sent to tackle the blaze The ground-floor restaurant was destroyed and a flat roof on the ground floor collapsed Part of two flats on the first and second floors of the building were also damaged Five people were taken to hospital by London Ambulance Service crews after suffering smoke inhalation Mr Mohamed said: “Nobody was seriously injured Dubai Shawarma had only been open for around seven months This was the first kebab shop Mr Mohamed had opened and it took over from a former chicken shop Mr Mohamed said he and his friend were arrested by police investigating the fire but then had been released on bail the police said: ‘Who’s the owner of the place?’ I say it’s me what kind of benefit am I going to get if I did it?’ because I don’t have any insurance to get the money back He added: “Most of the police from Islington most of them cried because they know what we have here Mr Mohamed said he is now working part time in his brother’s butcher shop a few doors down but has to check in with police while on bail Mr Mohamed added: “This is a first time in my life first time I’ve been to the police station “I have to go to sign in at the police station every Monday and Friday I feel so bad when I come here and these people – most of them they’re doing bad things and I have to be in the same queue.” The appeal said: “We are committed to returning stronger than ever and continuing to be a positive presence Your support will not only help us rebuild our business but also allow us to continue fulfilling our vision being able to serve quality food at affordable prices.” You can find the appeal online at: www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-help-dubai-shawarma-london-after-building-fire Takeaway and two flats were destroyed in blaze TWO men have been arrested in connection with a fire that destroyed a takeaway and two flats in Holloway. The blaze, which erupted from the Dubai Shawarma kebab shop in Seven Sisters Road in the early hours of last Thursday, is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police. On Friday the two men – who have not been named – were arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life and taken into custody before being bailed. At the scene, residents living above the take-away told the Tribune how they were awoken by the fire alarm just before 4am and were rushed to hospital after inhaling smoke. It is the second time this year that a major fire has damaged businesses in the road. In February, more than 40 firefighters were called to a blaze near the junction with Holloway Road, which had been caused by a “heat source placed too close to combustible items”. Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. People wishing to visit the Birling Gap and Seven Sisters cliffs will have to arrive at the coastal site by other means I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice The National Trust has banned coaches from parking at one of the country’s most popular beauty and hiking spots, in an effort to save its eroding coastline People wishing to visit the Birling Gap and Seven Sisters cliffs will have to arrive at the coastal site by other means now Up to 600,000 people a year visit the site to admire the iconic views or walk along the white chalk cliffs - one of the longest stretches of undeveloped coastline on the south coast. But the National Trust, who manage the site, are trying to limit these crowds in an effort to protect the cliffs from coastal erosion and keep visitors safe. On the National Trust website for Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters cliffs it now states: “Please note, we no longer allow coach parking or coach drop-off within our car park at this location. The notice adds that there is alternative coach parking in the nearby Eastbourne area. “At Birling Gap, we welcome over 600,000 visitors every year to this small rural clifftop location that is vulnerable to coastal erosion,” a National Trust spokesperson told the BBC. “We’ve seen a significant increase in coach visits in recent years, which the site is unable to cope with. We continue to welcome visitors by car, motorbike, minibus and bus service.” The National Trust says the chalk on the cliffs erodes in such a way that “large pieces fall away and leave near-vertical faces”. It added that the cliffs are “very fragile” due to the chalk which can be softened further by heavy rain or undercut by wind and wave action. “This means the cliff edge is very unstable and at risk of collapsing at all times,” the National Trust has said, adding that there has been “significant change” at Birling Gap in the last year in an effort to adapt to coastal change. The coach ban news was welcomed by locals, who say the site has been “ruined” by an increase in visitors in recent years. “It’s a tsunami and it’s having a really big impact on the small road, the verges, the grassland and the paths. Everything is being worn away,” Philip Myerson who lives nearby, told the Daily Mail. Dot Skeaping, a former National Trust worker who lives in a cottage close to the cliffs, also told the paper: “The National Trust wants to welcome people to Birling Gap but it wants them to see it at its best. Banning all coaches is a good idea as they are often huge, arrive in large numbers and are an eyesore.” The Independent has contacted the National Trust for a comment. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies {"adUnitPath":"71347885/_main_independent/in_news/in_uk/image/gallery_mpu_sb","autoGallery":true,"disableAds":false,"gallery":[{"data":{"title":"iStock-1250694374.jpg","description":"A view of the white cliffs of Southern England.The Seven Sisters white cliffs ,East Sussex, England","caption":"The Seven Sisters Cliffs are part of the South Downs Way route The Seven Sisters Cliffs are part of the South Downs Way route The blocks are located north of the Seven Sisters While the future of Rochdale Boroughwide Housing’s Seven Sisters tower blocks remains up in the air the housing association is planning to knock down a different cluster of seven buildings to pave the way for the regeneration of the area Seven mid-rise blocks of maisonettes north of the Seven Sisters towers are to be bulldozed over the next year and Vaynor – are vacant and in need of knocking down to curb anti-social behaviour and to clear the site west of Lower Falinge for redevelopment RBH has lodged plans for the work with Rochdale Council RBH also plans to demolish nearby empty commercial buildings the future of the Seven Sisters blocks remains unclear RBH had previously announced its intention to demolish the towers but then entered talks with L&G Affordable Homes over a potential refurbishment project talks broke down after the parties failed to reach an agreement on how to progress a project that would cost more than £100m to carry out The blocks were built in the 1960s and contain 700 flats 700 empty flats in the midst of a housing crisis Are they in such poor condition that no one wants to live there Given the cost of demolition (as well as outstanding debt that will be written off) would it not be better to charge rents which cover the operating costs of the buildings to households who accept they will only have a short term tenancy Whenever i see older housing being demolished it always seems to be replaced with more houses than what they just cleared Do green spaces and property size not matter to people anymore Surely they could upgrade them for less than £100m if the towers are structurally sound