Please email if you would like to be allow listed MONTAGUE — After hearing estimates in February that could potentially exceed the town’s $10 million budget the Selectboard signed a $17,250 contract with Tighe & Bond on Monday to create an alternative demolition design for the former Strathmore mill complex at 20 Canal St paid for using part of the $5 million that was allocated to the project by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation allows the town and engineers with Tighe & Bond to explore demolition and redevelopment designs that are more feasible in terms of cost “This is the result of some conversations with Tighe & Bond after the initial shocker we received from the alternatives analysis that would’ve had us either reinforcing or building a new Building 9,” Assistant Town Administrator Chris Nolan-Zeller explained noting that an alternative design would leave the buildings immediately surrounding Building 9 standing The original estimates for two demolition design options included a $7 million price tag to demolish 10 buildings at the complex and stabilize Building 9 which houses the privately owned hydroelectric turbine operated by Eagle Creek Renewable Energy just to demolish and completely rebuild Building 9 would have cost $10 million — equal to the total amount the town has available for demolition and redevelopment at the 1.3-acre riverfront property Montague’s $10 million budget comes from a $4.92 million federal grant from the U.S Were the town to spend $10 million specifically on Building 9 it would leave the rest of the derelict complex still to be dealt with Town Administrator Walter Ramsey noted that the federal grant is still under contract and no notification to the contrary has been received by the town According to the contract with Tighe & Bond the scope of service the $17,250 would cover includes the site visit; “conceptual plans elevations and details for the proposed demolition extents” using information gathered at the site visit; and a cost estimate and meeting with the town to see if the design will be accepted Ramsey explained a revised demolition proposal could be available within the next month The previously anticipated timeline for demolition in summer 2025 is likely not realistic with Ramsey saying the “best case” would be to plan for a fall demolition He said the town is in frequent conversation about its stake in Building 9 as this project continues According to Eagle Creek Renewable Energy’s website the hydroelectric turbine is a 937-kilowatt facility that shares the canal with FirstLight Hydro Generating Co The turbine produces more than 2 million kilowatt-hours of energy in a typical year The Strathmore mill complex is a former paper mill along the Connecticut River that was constructed in 1874 and expanded on through 1970 destroyed Building 10 and damaged two other buildings Montague acquired the site for redevelopment in February 2010 but due to the complex’s deteriorating nature and presence of contaminants in the buildings the town must demolish it before any work can be done Erin-Leigh Hoffman can be reached at ehoffman@recorder.com or 413-930-4231 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 Photo by Elman Studio / Courtesy National Philharmonic  The National Philharmonic announced the lineup for its new season in September at The Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda This season features the final recital in pianist Brian Ganz’s Extreme Chopin project scheduled for April next year Ganz has performed every work by Frédéric Chopin The new season also includes four orchestral concerts the National Philharmonic will be celebrating the release of its first-ever studio album on Aug It will feature composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s music Single tickets go on sale online in July on the National Philharmonic website National Philharmonic’s 2025-2026 season schedule at Strathmore is as follows: Rachel Grimes/Angélica Negrón/Shara Nova/Caroline Shaw/Sarah Kirkland Snider Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media She graduated from the University of Maryland in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org or on Twitter @maryam_mcm The London-listed beverages business has not provided any update on the future of jobs at the Strathmore Forfar plant The Strathmore bottled water brand appears to have been saved from sinking as current owner AG Barr announced a potential buyer UK beverage group AG Barr revealed plans in March to discontinue the brand as Strathmore had “struggled to compete” in recent years and because the facility in Forfar which also owns the Irn-Bru soft drinks line has now entered talks with an unnamed buyer “The company is pleased to announce that it has now entered into exclusive discussions with a third party regarding a potential disposal of the Strathmore business,” AG Barr said in a brief stock exchange filing today (30 April) “These discussions are at an early stage and there can be no certainty that a transaction will ultimately occur.” which also produces the Funkin cocktails range added that it will make further announcements to the market “as and when appropriate” Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis No mention was made today over the future for the workers at Forfar As AG Barr unveiled the exit plan in March alongside its full-year results the company said the site was at risk of closure The scrapping of the Strathmore brand follows an “organisational simplification” of the beverages group business which the company said was announced to staff in February The move saw the integration of Barr Soft Drinks and the Funkin cocktails businesses into a “unified AG Barr operation streamlining activities and fostering synergies” AG Barr announced a round of redundancies affecting 160 roles as part of a shift from a direct-to-store delivery model to “an enlarged and enhanced field sales operation” AG Barr also revealed plans to “fully integrate” its Boost Drinks subsidiary into the Barr Soft Drinks division to remove “duplicated activities” AG Barr’s revenue rose by 5.1% to £420.4m ($544.5m) driven by “strong” performance in its soft drinks segment particularly a “standout performance” from Rubicon and “continued strong growth” from Irn-Bru The business also reported a 6.5% increase in gross profit to £164.3m while operating profit was up 3.2% year on year at £51.7m Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Drinks Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation This is your chance to showcase your achievements Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today Give your business an edge with our leading industry insights View all newsletters from across the GlobalData Media network The Law School which seeks to expand the Law School’s international partnerships and connect students and faculty to global learning and research opportunities Notre Dame Law School remains committed to equipping its students with a deeper understanding of legal issues that transcend borders “Through our partnerships with Strathmore Law School and the University of Cape Town Notre Dame Law School is expanding opportunities for our students and scholars while contributing to the global conversation on critical legal challenges,” said Dean Cole “These collaborations highlight that global perspectives are an essential foundation for advancing the pursuit of justice Africa is at the forefront of these conversations and our relationships here are integral to Notre Dame Law School's mission of fostering justice and collaboration on an international scale.” teaching professor and director of the Legal Writing Program The initial part of the trip will focus on a visit to Strathmore Law School in Nairobi, Kenya, which is the first law school in Africa to partner with Notre Dame Law School in offering an exchange program for students and faculty The delegation will also be meeting with Strathmore Law School’s management committee Dean Cole will meet with Notre Dame Law School alumni based in Kenya The delegation’s visit to Nairobi also includes academic programming at Strathmore Law School “Restoring Faith in Faith-Based Legal Education,” sharing insights into how faith-driven legal education can cultivate principled leadership His lecture will present a renewed perspective on legal education highlighting the vital role of faith in shaping the next generation of legal professionals Professor Gurulé will co-chair a panel discussion “A Critical Analysis of Criminal Punishment in Africa" alongside Patrick Nzomo a lecturer at Strathmore Law School and faculty director of the Strathmore Law Clinic A reception for panelists and attendees will follow the discussion The culminating activities of the trip will take place at the University of Cape Town, which entered into a historic partnership with Notre Dame Law School through an official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on April 24 dean of the University of Cape Town Faculty of Law which emphasizes faculty collaboration and research Notre Dame Law School will also co-host a joint conference with the University of Cape Town on “Criminal Justice Reform in Africa,” building on themes from the panel discussion “A Critical Analysis of Criminal Punishment in Africa," held at Strathmore Law School “Governing Through International Criminal Law,” while Professor Venter will lead the session “Decolonization Then and Now.” Addo will also deliver the conference’s closing remarks “I am very much looking forward to forging stronger relationships with Strathmore and the University of Cape Town and participating in the joint conferences on prisoners' rights,” said Venter This trip to Africa underscores Notre Dame Law School’s commitment to fostering global connections and advancing legal education rooted in justice and collaboration Through its partnerships with Strathmore Law School and the Constitutional Court of South Africa Notre Dame Law School continues to prepare its students and faculty to engage with critical legal issues—such as human rights and global governance—on an international scale Learn more about Notre Dame Law School's Global Lawyering Initiative here: https://law.nd.edu/global/ Long before trombonist Marcel Penzes was wowing audiences with his soulful sound he was a freshman at Winston Churchill High School Most students waited until sophomore year to audition — but Penzes couldn’t wait “I was so enthusiastic about being in the band I went for it as soon as they would let me,” he told MCM the Potomac native will perform three times at The Mansion at Strathmore as part of the venue’s prestigious Artist in Residence (AIR) program Blending the festive spirit of New Orleans with rhythms from across the Americas Penzes’s performances promise to highlight both his technical skill and deep emotional connection to jazz traditions Penzes credits much of his musical foundation to his time at Churchill where he played in multiple bands under the direction of Mr “He really takes jazz music seriously and guided us to play with authenticity,” Penzes said A band trip to New Orleans during high school proved transformative shaping the way he approaches the trombone even today Penzes immersed himself in Montgomery County’s vibrant youth jazz scene performing with groups like the Jazz Academy Orchestra and the Capital Focus Jazz Band Those experiences paved the way for his growth into one of the DMV’s emerging jazz talents Audiences got a preview of his dynamic style at the AIR Class of 2025 Preview Concert in November 2024 where Penzes impressed with his innovative techniques and ability to evoke deep emotion through his music Tickets are available online or by calling Strathmore’s Ticket Office at 301-581-5100 Strathmore’s AIR program is now celebrating its 20th anniversary It continues to support the next generation of artists offering mentorship and performance opportunities to six rising stars each year For more information about Marcel Penzes and his upcoming performances, visit Strathmore’s website Strathmore Music Center in North Bethesda is throwing itself a 20-year family-friendly Birthday Bash Saturday While the mansion opened with programming in 1983 and the non-profit itself has existed since 1981 the actual music center didn’t open until 20 years ago Strathmore is a place to celebrate the arts said President and CEO Monica Jeffries Hazangeles She is optimistic that people who come to Strathmore for the first time to attend the free 11 a.m event will return to the venue again and again While the day is geared to people of all ages Hazangeles said there will be several events especially for students and that encouraged her to go on and enjoy a career in music Hazangeles would be very happy if young people fell in love with music after attending a concert at Strathmore That is why she is particularly pleased that Strathmore invites second graders to attend what often is their very first classical concert “Commemorating 20 years of the Music Center is a special milestone for our community,” she said we’ve experienced so many incredible performances and inspired generations of students to appreciate the arts I am deeply grateful for our community’s support and excited for what’s ahead.” will participate in interactive events in the center’s lobby Also featured are performances by La Marvela and the National Philharmonic a coloring wall with D.C.-based artist Hiba Alyawer Imagination Stage’s roving dog puppet and a sensory break room and reading corner with the Montgomery County Public Libraries Free Concert Hall performances include Inez Barlatier and Justin Roberts at 11:30 a.m who will highlight Ayisyen culture through drumming singing and dance and Grammy-nominated Roberts blends rock and family music exploring inclusion and self-discovery in his album Space Cadet The Music Center was designed by William Rawn Associates the Bernard Family Foundation Pavilion added 5,000 square feet to the center and doubled the number of seats at the cafe and the private Strathmore Hall Foundation Suzanne is a freelance reporter with Montgomery Community Media She has over 35 years professional experience writing for newspapers the Music Center at Strathmore in Bethesda held a one of kind performance Originally planned for early May at an arts center in Alexandria the concert held there had been cancelled by President Trump’s Executive Order barring all government support of “diversity events” The orchestra assembled was chosen through a contest sponsored by the U.S Marine Band and an organization called Equity Arc Twenty-two music students from around the country joined former band members from every branch of the military to play works by John Phillip Sousa The concert was originally billed as the “Equity Arc Wind Symphony” It was an expansion of Equity Arc’s national programs for pre-college musicians of color The CBS program “60 Minutes” paid for the students’ transportation to the Music Center. To watch their story click here The Annual MLK Tribute event at the Music Center at Strathmore has been rescheduled to Monday at 4 p.m Tickets for Sunday will be honored on Monday Resistance and Hope,” will explore key civil rights moments symbolized by iconic bridges and performances by local and national talent Scheduled performers include Spur of the Moment equality and opportunity for all people,” said County Executive Marc Elrich “This year’s event provides an opportunity to reflect on our progress and the work ahead I invite everyone to join us in honoring Dr King’s vision through inspiring performances and storytelling.” The Music Center at Strathmore is located at 5301 Tuckerman Lane in North Bethesda Free parking is available in the adjacent garage Montgomery County will also host a Day of Service in partnership with Interfaith Works The “Fill A Truck” initiative will collect toiletry items for homeless shelters Organizers encourage community members and event attendees to donate portable shower caddies Drop off donations at the Music Center at Strathmore between 3:30 and 5 p.m The celebration will be streamed live on the County’s YouTube channel for those who are unable to attend in person Free Celebration, Donation Drive at Strathmore Honors Dr. Martin Luther King’s Legacy He is also an adjunct journalism professor at the University of Maryland Joe was the Managing Editor at NBC Sports Washington and Executive Sports Producer at FOX5 (WTTG-TV) He hosts the MoCo's Most Famous podcast for MCM has died aged 92 - as her family pay tribute to the "marvellous role model" She previously resided in Glamis Castle, Angus - where she enjoyed several visits from Queen Elizabeth before her death in 2022 Mary's family described how she was revered in the local community for turning the castle into a thriving tourist attraction The countess had recently received a touching message from an admirer praising her for her work It said: "Speaking of the best I would like to reinforce to you what a marvellous role model and figurehead you have been for Glamis over the years "You are a very much loved and important figure in the history of Glamis not just to the staff but to the wider community." Mary was born to Brigadier Norman McCorquodale and his wife In 1939, the family moved from Edinburgh to Buckinghamshire - where they lived at Winslow Hall, later taken over by the RAF. in 1955 - with the pair tying the knot the following year The wedding was attended by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, and Princess Margaret Mary and Fergus "lived in The White House, Glamis, for some of their early married life," the statement added, "and continued to visit frequently from East Lothian where they lived while Fergus worked as a stockbroker in Edinburgh" Two decades into their marriage, they moved into Glamis Castle - the birthplace of Princess Margaret - which Mary would transform into one of Scotland's biggest tourist attractions over the next 60 odd years It has hosted the likes of Margaret Thatcher, John Major and King Charles - as well as the wives of world leaders during the 2005 G8 Summit in Gleneagles "Fergus inherited Glamis and became the 17th Earl of Strathmore in 1972," the statement said after making some adaptations to make the private side of the castle suitable for a young family they moved in in 1975 and threw themselves into life on the estate and in the wider Angus community." Fergus tragically died in 1987 after collapsing while shooting grouse in the castle's grounds As well as her community work - which included a campaign to save the local post office - Mary was also praised for her numerous charitable exploits she worked with organisations including Multiple Sclerosis Society Brittle Bone Society and Child Psychotherapy Trust Lady Elizabeth Leeming and Lady Diana Godfrey-Faussett A "service of thanksgiving" will take place on May 16 Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/ Strathmore High School head basketball coach Israel Valdez remembers the first time he met Diego Lopez Lopez came into the gym wearing glasses and a mask and had not played organized basketball outside of being on his previous middle school team Lopez developed into one of Strathmore's top players this season through dedication and hard work With a minute and 33 seconds left in the 2025 Central Section Division VI championship game Lopez drained a 3-pointer to seal the Spartans to a 45-41 win over Granite Hills Strathmore (21-11) won its first Central Section title since 1937 "He has just committed so much time in becoming the shooter that he is now," Valdez said It's fitting that a kid who never really played took that shot and had that confidence His teammates had all the confidence in the world in him to hit that shot It’s a great feeling because we know the story behind Diego Lopez and his work that led up to this game Isaiah Colunga turned in an all-around performance in the team's biggest game of the season "He's the best shooter in Strathmore history," Colunga told media following the Spartans' first section championship in nearly a century who was selected by game organizers as Strathmore's player of the game emerged this season as one of Tulare County's premier point guards He led the Spartans in scoring as a junior Colunga has missed only 19 games and has amassed 297 assists is the most in school history in the past 15 years "He's just a good facilitator," Valdez said he's a little too unselfish but on Saturday he had the right balance of being able to attack and also finding the right guy Strathmore also received solid championship-game performances from Dion Ambriz (nine points Nico Martinez (four points) and Nashaan Gill (two points) The Spartans made their trip to Selland Arena an experience to remember after falling in last season's Division VI section title game Players and coaches went a day early on Feb having a walkthrough and practice before enjoying the evening with a team dinner they watched the Central Section Division II girls' championship game the Spartans had a team breakfast before getting ready for their section final "We knew what to expect and to have that experience from last year that preparation helped us not overthink things excluding the abbreviated COVID-19 season in the spring of 2021 Strathmore is averaging 17 wins per season The Spartans have posted back-to-back seasons of at least 19 victories and capped off section play on a five-game winning streak just to see how much support we got," Valdez said "Getting over that hump was special for the boys because they’ve been knocked down before We were 10-17 three years ago and they never wavered They always bounced back from everything and last year losing the one thing I told them after the game was 'The disappointment that we had didn’t match the feeling that we had on Saturday.' we've knocked ourselves down but the fact that they just kept coming back every time after a big loss or a big disappointment their commitment never wavered to us getting better." 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buying selling and renting in and around Washington Awesome and unusual real estate from across the DC Metro “We want to make sure that everybody in Montgomery County has a place to live.” That’s what Council President Andrew Friedson said minutes before cutting the ribbon at Strathmore Square in North Bethesda next to the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro station Ravel and Royale is the newest affordable housing project in the county It’s Metro’s fourth development in 2024 Metro worked on the project in partnership with Fivesquares Development Amazon Housing Equity Fund and Montgomery County officials The Amazon fund makes the apartments available to a range of income levels we actually have gone from a commuter parking lot to a new community,” Andy Altman a model for how we are turning parking lots into places,” Friedson said The what is housing at Metro; the most sustainable The where is critical for environmental and equity reasons the why is about the connection to the environmental footprint right here in a critical area.” The connection to the arts is apparent in the developing Strathmore Square neighborhood “As I walked up to this incredible structure I walked by and saw ballet taking place,” Friedson said The new affordable housing project is located right next to The Music Center at Strathmore and also sits above City Dance “Dance rehearsals happen here every day,” said Monica Jeffries “Imagine life in a community enlivened by the arts and today we’re living that vision.” Get breaking news and daily headlines delivered to your email inbox by signing up here This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area Heather Gustafson is a Freelance Anchor/Reporter for WTOP a DMV native and an Emmy award-winning journalist lauded for her 2020 Black Lives Matter protests coverage COVID-19 Updates Vaccine and Booster Information View All Media Advisories View All Speeches & Testimony Sign up for a newsletter or update your subscription preferences The move could result in the closure of manufacturing site in Forfar UK beverages group AG Barr intends to scrap bottled water brand Strathmore The brand is to be discontinued later in its 2025/26 financial year an AG Barr spokesperson said the brand had “struggled to compete” in recent years They noted the move to cease producing Strathmore could result in the closure of its manufacturing site in Forfar in Scotland “We believe we have now reached a point where the Forfar site is no longer sustainable,” the spokesperson said They added: “The proposals are subject to consultation and we intend to fully support our employees through this period of change.” The move was announced alongside the release of AG Barr’s latest results for its 2024/25 fiscal year said “current trading is in line with our expectations” and kept its annual outlook for the financial year 2025/26 “unchanged” forecasting continued revenue growth and margin improvement The scrapping of the Strathmore brand follows an “organisational simplification” of the business which the company said was announced to staff in February The move sees the integration of Barr Soft Drinks and the Funkin cocktails businesses into a “unified AG Barr operation streamlining activities and fostering synergies”.   In March last year, the business announced a round of redundancies affecting 160 roles as part of a shift from a direct-to-store delivery model to “an enlarged and enhanced field sales operation” AG Barr’s revenue rose by 5.1% to £420.4m ($544.5m) The business also reported a 6.5% increase in gross profit while operating profit was up 3.2% year on year to £51.7m Commenting on the company’s results, AG Barr’s newly appointed CEO Euan Sutherland we have a refreshed strategy centred on growth and are committed to our long-term financial targets. I am confident that successful execution of our plans will see another year of positive progress towards our long-term goals.”  Another developer is making use of state housing legislation to builder taller and denser near UCLA in Westwood, according to a recent filing with the Los Angeles Department of City Planning The project, which comes from a pair of entities affiliated with Chatsworth-based development firm Uncommon is slated to replace two existing rental properties located at 11027-11045 W Plans call for the new construction of a 12-story building featuring 88 apartments with an unspecified number of bedrooms The Strathmore Drive project would provide a 15 percent moderate-income set-aside in addition to a 15 percent very low-income set-aside JZA Architecture is designing the new building which would rise approximately 153 feet above street level "Residential units form rectilinear masses clad with smooth white stucco and detailed with recessed arched openings an expression familiar to the Spanish Revival style used by an existing building on site as well as neighboring properties," reads a design narrative "Masonry accents at the ground level extend vertically through the project enhancing the material palette by contrasting the white stucco Uncommon, in addition to its Westwood development, has also worked with JZA on proposed mixed-use and multifamily residential developments in places including Hollywood and Inglewood Twitter / Facebook / LinkedIn / Threads / Instagram / Bluesky Broadway Off-Broadway Off-Off Broadway Cabaret Dance Opera Classical Music Nashville Minneapolis / St. Paul Connecticut Atlanta Chicago Los Angeles WEST END UK Regional Canada Australia / New Zealand Europe Asia Latin America Africa / Middle East TV/Movies Music the concert features an electrifying lineup of LGBTQ+ artists The International Pride Orchestra has announced that tickets are now on sale for its highly anticipated one-night-only Pride Celebration Concert at the Strathmore Music Center in Bethesda the D.C.-based healthcare and advocacy organization The International Pride Orchestra unites LGBTQ+ musicians and allies from around the world to present concerts and raise awareness for organizations that uplift the queer community They will be joined on stage by the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington a renowned ensemble that uses the power of music and education to inspire equality “We are delighted and honored to join the International Pride Orchestra for this historic concert at Strathmore,” said GMCW's Artistic Director Dr “Coming together in a space that uplifts our shared values and celebrates the unifying power of music makes this collaboration especially meaningful during WorldPride Presented as an official part of WorldPride DC and in partnership with Capital Pride Alliance this landmark performance brings together artists and advocates in support of Whitman-Walker and a national leader in the LGBTQ+ community for more than 50 years Whitman-Walker provides health and legal services to 20,000 patients each year and conducts lifesaving research focused on HIV shared: “We thank the International Pride Orchestra and all the performers for sharing their talents in support of essential health care and lifesaving research At a time when the services and research we provide to thousands of patients are at risk it is more important than ever to be visible and united The arts community has long been a steadfast ally and we are especially honored to celebrate this ongoing partnership as our amazing city hosts WorldPride.” San Francisco–based drag icon Peaches Christ will take the stage as host, bringing her razor-sharp wit and commanding presence. Featured guest artists include Thorgy Thor the New York City–based violinist and drag superstar known for her appearances on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 8 Also appearing is acclaimed pianist Sara Davis Buechner a celebrated soloist and passionate advocate for transgender visibility in the arts This concert marks the culmination of a weeklong festival filled with rehearsals and community-building events in queer spaces throughout Washington IPO creates spaces where LGBTQ+ musicians can come together and belong — a spirit that has been central to the orchestra since its very first gathering “When IPO first came together in San Francisco two years ago those first notes were life-changing,” said Luke Spence That kind of freedom shouldn't feel rare — queer people deserve safety and visibility in every space but to shine a spotlight on our community's resolve.” It’s not so strange, really, that there’s  a serious opera about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. His life’s work is usually invoked before every production of the last decade or more, when audiences are asked to silence their smartphones. Acosta Danza’s program Cuban Ecléctico ran in the Eisenhower Theater at the Kennedy Center for just three days, but the show deserved much more stage time, both to receive a greater audience and to refine their performance.  What did our critic think of ON YOUR FEET! at St. Mark's Players?The absence of melody underneath them frequently gets these singers into intonation trouble, especially given the opening night technical problems with the sound. Signature Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for the DC premiere of The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical. 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Privacy Policy Kakato’si Kristian Ayoungman Foundation hosts cultural sharing event for upcoming powwow Father Cristino Bouvette reflects on passing of Pope Francis A giant success Cross Canada cycling journey for organ donation to pass through Strathmore Strathmore United Church hosts annual vintage and treasure sale David Bexte elected as new Member of Parliament MLA de Jonge addresses education property tax increase Reinvesting education tax to Strathmore Strathmore Legion to recognize 80th anniversary of Battle of the Atlantic Legion donates $1,000 to support CMJHS trip to eastern Canada Developments imminent for Lakewood of Strathmore We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Local Journalism Initiative but it allowed them only to remove light pieces of wood Sean Shattuck of the Russell -Montgomery Police Department “There is no structural work authorized,” Shattuck said State Police and the federal Occupational Safety And Health Administration continue to investigate the incident neighbors could see workers removing framing timbers large old beams of cherry and other valuable hardwoods sought after by lumber mills chairman of the town’s board of selectmen who saw the collapse a lieutenant of the Russell-Montgomery Police Department stands in front of Strathmore Building Number One (Namu Sampath / The Republican)The Republican He and his neighbors watched workers over the past few weeks and took notice of what was piled up outside “They were leaving behind structural beams and other parts of the building,” he said “You can see it from the street,” Kulig said of Huntington informed the Selectboard last month that his plan was to demolish the building and replace it with a condominium project he’d been pitching for years Voudren did not respond to calls for comment The Republican has requested records from the town related to work on the property workers with a cutting torch burned part of Voudren’s mill complex “Honestly I would live to see the building demoed,” Kulig said But the building needs to come down in a responsible manner Seven employees working as subcontractors for Complete Property Solutions of Batavia No phone numbers for Complete Property Solutions could be found One suffered a head injury and had to be airlifted for treatment None of the three sets of injuries are thought to be life-threatening the Selectboard chairman who also lives near the mill said he heard two loud cracks Monday afternoon “just in time to see the whole thing come down,” he said He described billowing clouds of dust with workers running back inside to rescue their peers Voudren bought the mill property in 2012 for $250,000 between busy Route 20 and the Westfield River the 2.5-acre property includes the 31,000-square-foot mill building Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, (updated 8/1/2024) and acknowledgement of our Privacy Policy, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 1/1/2025) © 2025 Advance Local Media LLC. All rights reserved (About Us) The material on this site may not be reproduced except with the prior written permission of Advance Local Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site YouTube's privacy policy is available here and YouTube's terms of service is available here Ad Choices Writer Michael Webb at his home at Strathmore Apartments invites us into his LA home – a showcase of modernist living grouped around a jungly courtyard and stepped back up a steep slope updates the local typology of the bungalow court and was also inspired by the stepped profile of the Taos Pueblo It respects the topography and the privacy of the residents while promoting sociability locals found it as startling as if a spaceship had landed on the hillside but now it’s on the National Register of Historic Places Mine is the topmost apartment and was once home to Charles and Ray Eames serving as a laboratory in which they conceived their early projects that’s the equivalent of ‘George Washington slept here’ inheriting a tabula rasa of freshly painted white walls ribbon windows and hardwood floors with no trace of previous occupants I acquired furnishings that complemented the architecture A wild silk rug from Fort Street Studio mimics the grain of the floor. Philippe Starck dining chairs flank a truncated oval of glass atop the steel base of a Le Corbusier airplane tube table Paper lamps by Ingo Maurer add a warm glow to the streamline moderne ceiling light Built-in shelves and Levolor blinds echo the scheme that Neutra devised for the apartment’s first occupant: the Oscar-winning actress Luise Rainer My bedroom has become a homage to De Stijl a prospect of sunny yellow and a backdrop of glowing red Douglas fir shelves flow out of a closet to accommodate books and files I’ve commissioned pieces from friends: a cantilevered bedroom chest from architect Lorcan O’Herlihy a steel-clad kitchen door from metalsmith Tom Farrage and Rudolph Schindleresque furniture from designer Michael Boyd The spaces in between have gradually filled up Having spent most of my life writing about architecture and design I’ve surrounded myself with images and objects that inspire me The apartment has become a showcase of my passions stirring vivid memories of people I’ve known I have a fondness for black and white photos by the likes of Henri Cartier-Bresson Sebastião Salgado and Michael Kenna the Italian photographer who focuses on the details of modern interiors was inexplicably captivated by one of my Levolor blinds creating a set of images that evoke the paintings of Agnes Martin A deconstructed cabinet of curiosities includes fragments of buildings that I’ve visited while they were under construction escapism and design stories from around the world direct to your inbox a competition entry inspired by Russian constructivism But then I couldn’t leave behind Chuck Jones’ pencil sketch of Bugs Bunny as Brünnhilde in the Warner Bros cartoon What’s Opera a reminder of the years I spent programming films at the Kennedy Center and the job that brought me to LA in the first place neutra.org AIA/LA has authored 30 books on architecture and design most recently California Houses: Creativity in Context; Architects’ Houses; and Building Community: New Apartment Architecture while editing and contributing essays to a score of monographs He is also a regular contributor to leading journals in the United States he was an editor at The Times and Country Life where he directed film programmes for the American Film Institute and curated a Smithsonian exhibition on the history of the American cinema He now lives in Los Angeles in the Richard Neutra apartment that was once home to Charles and Ray Eames Saxophone soloist Jess Gillam performed Anna Clyne’s Grasslands with Jonathon Heyward and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Saturday night at Strathmore Jonathon Heyward opened the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s new year with a striking concert of mostly contemporary fare, heard Saturday night in the Music Center at Strathmore. The program, set at the midpoint of Heyward’s second season as music director combined music inspired by three different kinds of revelatory arcana: Biblical The evening began with Sukkot through Orion’s Nebula who lives in Maryland and has had a long association with the ensemble drew on his faith as a Seventh-Day Adventist for inspiration evokes “celestial images of the Messiah coming down out of heaven through the Orion constellation first the redeemed saints traveling through the constellation and finally the New Jerusalem coming down out of heaven.” and the alluring central section of this score awash with celesta and mysterious metallic percussion might have accompanied a science fiction scene set in outer space the Orion Nebula is often perceived as the middle star in the sword of the constellation Orion the constellation is referenced in the Bible most prominently in the 38th chapter of the Book of Job Thumps of percussion and heraldic brass fanfares signaled the opening of the piece as well as the return of this faster music toward the end Most of the interest came in that enigmatic slow section with low sounds from the horns and the occasional distant rumble of thunder sheet and bass drum floating melody suspended in time by the violin section In the conventional programming slot for a concerto came an even more recent work featuring young British saxophonist Jess Gillam Premiered by Gillam in 2023 with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra “an imaginary world of three realms governed by the banshee—a female spirit who In a tripartite structure like the Lee piece before it this score featured many buzzing runs for the soprano saxophone in the outer sections Gillam used the instrument’s wide dynamic range to appear from and disappear into the orchestral mist of sounds Phrases often ended abruptly with hard pauses accentuated by forceful snap pizzicati sounds in the strings The haunting sound of a banshee’s wail came across clearly in extended writing for the instrument’s upper range The greatest musical interest came in the slow music at the heart of the piece Principal cellist Darius Skoraczewski briefly took the lead Solo viola joined this repeating structure complemented eventually by the other string principals in a chamber-like arrangement Melodic elements reminiscent of folk song pervaded the work which turned playful in the concluding section with pizzicati in the strings accompanying a dance-like theme set in a more modal idiom shading toward minor recalling the stately pace of a funeral march surprising work will likely reward repeated listening Heyward closed with the concert with Gustav Holst’s The Planets Contrary to the way the piece is often marketed this suite is not about the planets in an astronomical sense Holst was an avid student and practitioner of astrology and the movements are meant to represent the magical influence of each planet on human lives and the movements are not in the order of the solar system’s orbits around the sun Heyward drove the tempo of the “Mars” movement ahead quite forcefully shaping impressive climaxes with the large brass section the overly slow tempo for “Venus” featured poised if slightly bland solos by acting associate concertmaster Holly Jenkins who sat top chair all night in the absence of concertmaster Jonathan Carney Jenkins played with significantly more character in the breathless “Mercury” movement The BSO’s best playing came in “Jupiter,” set by Heyward at a noble with a grand statement of the tune Holst later called “Thaxted,” after the village where he lived for many years Another very slow tempo made the “Saturn” movement extra gloomy with plenty of space for a lumbering melody given to the double-basses was not loud enough really to be heard in its star moment a cheesy glissando near the end of the “Uranus” movement The enigmatic “Neptune” proved the high point of the suite drawn from the Baltimore Choral Arts Society under the skillful direction of Anthony Blake Clark sang its siren-like parts from just off-stage to the left of the house the final fade of the unaccompanied singers was aided by the gentle closing of the stage door The program will be repeated 3 p.m. Sunday at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. bsomusic.org XHTML: You can use these tags: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <s> <strike> <strong> Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value"  Subscribe via RSS MONTAGUE — Town officials discussed a financial hurdle on Monday night after Tighe & Bond engineers presented estimates for demolition of the former Strathmore mill complex at 20 Canal St Tighe & Bond is estimating a $7 million price tag to demolish 10 buildings at the complex and stabilize Building 9 which houses a hydroelectric turbine operated by Eagle Creek Renewable Energy which is equal to the total amount the town has available for the Strathmore project Montague’s $10 million budget for demolition of the entire complex comes from a $4.92 million grant from the U.S Environmental Protection Agency and a $5 million from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation While town officials have known about the logistical complication involved with preserving Building 9 these cost estimates are new to the town and present an added layer of work toward the long-awaited demolition goal “The engineers’ updated estimate came through just a couple of weeks ago,” Assistant Town Administrator Chris Nolan-Zeller said on Tuesday “And it’s been since then that we’ve been having to take a step back and figure out how we can address this from a project-wide perspective.” the town is still in the process of working with Tighe & Bond to create a demolition design for the complex figuring out a financial estimate will inform demolition specifications for the project going forward The timeline for demolition in summer 2025 is still on track When cost discussions came up during Monday’s Selectboard meeting Town Administrator Walter Ramsey said the town is working with Eagle Creek Renewable Energy to consider its options … That’s why we are looking at all the options and talking about cost-sharing options as well,” Ramsey explained adding that there is some flexibility in the scope of work for demolition design An Eagle Creek Renewable Energy representative could not be reached for comment by press time on Tuesday Erin-Leigh Hoffman can be reached at ehoffman@recorder.com or 413-930-4231 after taking control of the Kennedy Center vowed to reshape programming in line with his administration’s agenda “We were heartbroken when we learned that our concert would no longer be welcome at the Kennedy Center,” said Michael Roest “The Kennedy Center has long been a symbol of artistic excellence we are profoundly grateful to the Strathmore Music Center for opening their doors to us Their willingness to host our Pride Celebration Concert ensures that our message of love and resilience will be heard on the doorstep of the nation’s capital.” This move was part of his broader agenda to reshape the center’s cultural direction including ending performances he perceived of as promoting DEI (Diversity Equity and Inclusion) or as quoted verbatim from Trump’s Truth Social feed: “NO MORE DRAG SHOWS OR OTHER ANTI-AMERICAN PROPAGANDA.” In the intervening weeks Trump has replaced the previous board and installed a new one that promptly named him as chair to read something like this from the present President of the United States is not surprising but is in itself profoundly unamerican and therefore disheartening His actions further embolden us in our purpose.” said International Pride Orchestra board member and conductor Christine Brandes “Music has always been a powerful force against hate and bigotry,” Roest continued The LGBTQ+ community has always shown resilience in the face of discrimination and this concert will be a vibrant expression of that enduring spirit We are honored to bring our music to the Strathmore Music Center and to stand together against intolerance.” known for its commitment to diversity and artistic freedom quickly stepped in to offer IPO a new home for its landmark event The Pride Celebration Concert will now serve not only as a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride but as a testament to the enduring power of music to unite communities in the face of adversity The Pride Celebration Concert at Strathmore promises an unforgettable evening of music featuring a diverse repertoire that reflects the richness of the LGBTQ+ experience Attendees can expect performances that inspire and affirm the importance of unity and pride Dressed to express in everything from full military uniform to couture drag this San Francisco-based organization brings together 80 queer and ally musicians hailing from more than 32 states across the U.S This diverse group includes professional and community musicians They come together annually to both celebrate community and raise funds for LGBTQ+ causes “We aim to create a powerful and positive representation of the queer community through music,” said Roest and amplify the work of organizations that support the LGBTQ+ community.” Peaches Christ the San Francisco-based drag performer and filmmaker a role the popular artist has twice undertaken for IPO Peaches has performed with major orchestras such as the San Francisco Symphony and at prestigious venues including London’s Royal Albert Hall Roest will share the podium with distinguished conductors, including DC-based Bonnie Alger and Robert Moody who serves as the Music Director for the Memphis Symphony A full schedule of the concert’s repertoire and guest artists will be forthcoming in the coming days the International Pride Orchestra aims to unite LGBTQ+ musicians worldwide and support LGBTQ+ causes a different host city is chosen to host an IPO Pride Celebration Concert fostering new partnerships and continuing to build a global network of queer musicians For more information, please visit internationalprideorchestra.org or strathmore.org The New York Drama Critics' Circle has named Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’s Purpose Best Play of the 2024-25 season. The award for Best Musical went to Maybe Happy Ending, book by Will Aronson and Hue Park, music by Will Aronson, lyrics by Hue Park. Jonathan Groff (Just In Time), Robyn Hurder (Smash), Josh Bergasse (Smash), Warren Carlyle (Pirates! The Penzance Musical), Jasmine Amy Rogers (Boop! The Musical),  Shannon Lewis (Just In Time), and more are nominees at this year's Chita Rivera Awards! Check out photos of this year's honorees at The 2025 Chita Rivera Awards Nominees Reception. Ahead of its airing this Thursday, CBS has shared first-look photos of the Season 2 finale of Elsbeth, which reveal a special musical number: Chicago's iconic 'Cell Block Tango.' Take a look at the photos here! Senior officials at the National Endowment for the Arts have resigned following the Trump administration's withdrawal of grants from arts organizations across the country.  Montgomery County’s annual Martin Luther King Jr Resistance and Hope,” explores key civil rights moments symbolized by iconic bridges MLK Tribute Event at Strathmore Moved to Monday Readers voted Strathmore football player Isaiah Colunga as the Visalia Times-Delta Tulare County high school athlete of the week Colunga passed for 145 yards and accounted for three touchdowns (two passing rushing) to lead the Spartans to a co-East Sequoia League championship Strathmore defeated Lindsay 33-21 to win the Bell Game Here's a look at this school year's past winners: Original story: Visalia Times-Delta/Tulare Advance-Register readers can now vote for their favorite high school athletes at the newspaper's website, visaliatimesdelta.com There are no restrictions so vote now and vote often Nominations are based on information available to the Times-Delta All high school varsity players from Tulare County can be on the ballot Nominations must be received by Monday morning following that week's games for consideration Anyone can nominate an athlete of the week for every sport Readers can email nominations to sports reporter Vongni Yang at vyang2@visaliatimesdelta.com Please include a player’s statistics and a photo if possible MONTAGUE — The town has received an additional $5 million from the state Department of Conservation and Recreation for its planned demolition and site restoration of the former Strathmore mill complex at 20 Canal St The additional money comes after the Environmental Protection Agency delivered a $4.92 million grant for the same work bringing the total funding from federal and state grants to nearly $10 million Town Administrator Walter Ramsey feels optimistic around the new funding that will contribute to demolition but eventual restoration of the site for public use will be assessed later on “Right now the primary focus is the building demolition and cleaning off the site,” Ramsey said “We’re still determining the finishing touches of the riverfront open space and we’re not exactly sure how far the money will get us but we’re optimistic that will get us the whole way.” Ramsey takes on this project following the end of Steven Ellis’ tenure as town administrator although Ramsey has worked on the project for several years in collaboration with Ellis as assistant town administrator “I’ve been working on the planning for the mill district for the last 14 years It’s really exciting to have a funded project to work on that’s really going to transform the town’s relationship with the river,” Ramsey said Ellis said the money will help address concerns about the property’s dangers “This will enable the town to proactively and responsibly address the substantial risks associated with an uncontrolled collapse of the mill which is increasingly imminent,” Ellis stated Maura Healey noted that the new round of funding will mitigate environmental and public safety risks posed by the mill in its current state “This funding will restore the Strathmore mill site and the waterfront businesses and visitors can safely enjoy the natural beauty of the town and paving the way for further economic development,” Healey said in a statement A Planning Board meeting on June 25 provided further context to the demolition plans Town Planner Maureen Pollock explained that the complex contains multiple buildings all of which require demolition planning to ensure the integrity of the infrastructure not being demolished “Similar to designing for new construction there needs to be design for demolition,” Pollock said An unplanned demolition of the mill would release potentially dangerous substances into the canal The demolition of the mill is planned for 2025, ahead of the state Department of Transportation’s $54 million bridge replacement project slated to begin in 2027 in Montague The Strathmore mill was opened in 1874 under the Keith Paper Co. and was purchased in 1954 by the Strathmore Paper Co The mill ceased paper manufacturing in 1994 and has been passed between owners A 2007 arson fire destroyed part of the building complex and it has remained vacant since Two rising third-year students from Strathmore Law School in Nairobi, Kenya, participated in a unique and collaborative opportunity this summer through internships with Notre Dame Law School’s Exoneration Justice Clinic (EJC) Strathmore Law School students Nelly Irungu and Kwezi Mpyisi spent three weeks as Exoneration Justice Clinic interns alongside a group of second-year Notre Dame Law students “Nelly and Kwezi brought a diverse cultural and experiential perspective to the summer program that greatly enhanced the work of the EJC,” said Professor Jimmy Gurulé director of the Exoneration Justice Clinic at Notre Dame Law School “They were tireless workers who made an immediate positive impact on advancing our wrongful conviction cases They enriched the summer program in immeasurable ways.” the three-week program at Notre Dame Law School’s Exoneration Justice Clinic presented them with new insights and valuable experiences to further develop their legal research skills They looked at an intake case and evaluated whether the EJC should take up the case and investigate it further; read trial and appeal transcripts; reviewed and analyzed the evidence used by the prosecution; and determined if there are potential avenues for legal relief They also visited Putnamville Correctional Facility I have been able to draw parallels between our criminal justice system in Kenya and the criminal justice system in the United States and learn how both systems can be improved,” said Irungu “This has been a valuable experience because I’ve been able to interact with the different students who are also taking part in the Exoneration Justice Clinic,” said Mpyisi as well as learn about ways to improve the criminal justice systems both in the U.S and Kenyan criminal justice systems is that Kenya’s system does not provide for a jury trial or panel of judges on the appeals court render decisions in criminal cases Both Irungu and Mpyisi are involved in the Strathmore Law Clinic at their university in Nairobi where they conduct legal research on criminal justice and human rights issues Strathmore Law Clinic’s Criminal Justice Unit works on remand cases for clients who have entered a plea the Strathmore Law Clinic works to ensure that its clients receive justice they attained and developed useful skills and knowledge that they will be able to apply as legal practitioners Irungu seeks to pursue either clinical legal education or tax law while Mpyisi wants to work in the criminal justice area after graduation “I find it important to improve access to justice within Kenya especially to people who can’t afford legal aid,” said Mpyisi The internships were made possible through the Law School’s continued exchange program with Strathmore Law School, established in 2022 by Notre Dame Law School’s Global Lawyering Initiative. In June 2023, Strathmore Law students Irene Agingu and Esther Kangai spent two weeks as Exoneration Justice Clinic interns have been the beneficiaries of the Strathmore University Law School student exchange program I look forward to welcoming two Strathmore University students to the EJC next summer,” said Gurulé Visit exoneration.nd.edu to learn more about Notre Dame Law School’s Exoneration Justice Clinic the Strathmore boys' basketball team are Central Section champions "When my coach first told me the last title was in '36 I said there was no way," said senior guard Isaiah Colunga "like how is that even documented?" The Spartans made a 7-0 run in the fourth quarter capped off by Diego Lopez's clutch 3-pointer to beat Granite Hills in the Division-5 final It was an emotional win for Strathmore head coach Israel Valdez who faced his former coach on the Granite Hills bench "I'm grateful for him because I learned everything for him," Valdez said In the Division-I girls' basketball final the Clovis West girls saw their 12-year streak of Central Section titles put to the test by Clovis High Sadie Sin scored a game-high 18 points and contributed to an 11-1 run that catapulted the Cougars ahead forced overtime and won behind stellar defense "I saw the most poise and championship mentality from them in the overtime period," said Clovis West head coach Craig Campbell UNLV signee Alexis Swillis was named Player of the Game with her team-high 12 points and eight rebounds in the only overtime championship game during Campbell's 21-year tenure at Clovis West The latest announcement is out from Strathmore Plus Energy ( (TSE:SUU) ) Strathmore Plus Uranium Corporation announced the resignation of Mr acknowledging his significant contributions to the company’s growth The company plans to continue its exploration and drilling programs in Wyoming particularly at the Agate and Beaver Rim projects to further assess and develop uranium resources is involved in the uranium industry with three projects in Wyoming: Agate The company focuses on exploration drilling and aims to develop the Agate project into an ISR mine For detailed information about SUU stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue The latest announcement is out from Strathmore Plus Energy ( (TSE:SUU) ) Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Heavy police presence on North Maroa and E Fedora Avenue (FOX26) — This week's Friday Night Rivals has Strathmore hosting Exeter on CW59 FOX26 Sports Reporter Gabe Camarillo visited Strathmore to give us a preview You can watch the Exeter Monarchs take on the Strathmore Spartans live on CW59 at 7:30 p.m We will also stream the game live at KMPH.com, and on our Facebook and YouTubepages Click here to see the full FNR schedule Standing next to the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro station the Ravel and Royale is Montgomery County’s newest development providing affordable housing the two buildings mark the completion of the first phase of Strathmore Square Built in partnership with Fivesquares Development the Amazon Housing Equity Fund and Montgomery County officials Ravel and Royale celebrated its grand opening with Council President Andrew Friedson cutting the ribbon The apartments signify a greater effort to increase transit-oriented development in Maryland the WMATA has constructed several affordable housing projects with another planned near the North Bethesda Metro Station Amazon is pledging $24 million in long-term financing for a fifth of Strathmore Square’s units This includes the next phase of the Strathmore Square neighborhood which will see the construction of another 400 residential units apartments are accessible to various income levels by offering low-interest loans to developers Low-rate loans allow owners to cover costs while still renting to lower-income tenants the subsidies target families earning between 50 to 70 percent of the area median income (AMI) allowing households to direct their income towards other necessities like education and healthcare “This development marks a significant milestone for the Amazon Housing Equity Fund as it is the third development to deliver affordable homes under our partnership with WMATA,” Sankaran said The apartments feature of range of amenities including a fitness center and pool rooftop lounges and an exclusive Strathmore membership Update: All of the affordable units are fully leased according to a spokesperson for AIR Communities the company who manages the Ravel and Royale apartment community The spokesperson said the current available units are market rate Benicio is an intern with Montgomery Community Media He is a senior at the University of Maryland has died at her home in the Scottish Borders at the age of 92 The Dowager Countess passed away on Monday in Melrose But it is in Angus where her loss will be most keenly felt after a near 60-year association with Glamis Castle inherited the Angus landmark when he became the 17th Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne in 1972 Born Mary Pamela McCorquodale on May 31 1932 she was the youngest child of Brigadier Norman McCorquodale and his wife the family moved from near Edinburgh to Buckinghamshire where her father had inherited Winslow Hall later requisitioned by the RAF as part of Bletchley Park decoding centre They married in April 1956 and Royal guests included The Queen, Queen Mother and Princess Margaret A family statement said: “They lived in The White House Glamis for some of their early married life and continued to visit frequently from East Lothian where they lived while Fergus worked as a stockbroker in Edinburgh “Fergus inherited Glamis and became the 17th Earl of Strathmore in 1972 and they moved in in 1975 and threw themselves into life on the estate and in the wider Angus community.” The Countess became one of the most influential admired and respected individuals in Angus and far further afield She was held in deep affection by all who knew and worked for her Many saw her as the embodiment of noblesse oblige with a charm and friendliness that could enchant everyone who came into contact with her As well as creating a family home for their three children the Earl and Countess led the development of Glamis Castle into one of Scotland’s leading tourist attractions from Royal guests to visitors from around the globe Lady Strathmore personally welcomed the first visitors of the new season to Glamis on countless occasions Her support of charities and organisations across Angus and beyond These included the Multiple Sclerosis Society She was an enthusiastic supporter of the arts Tayside Symphony Orchestra and the National Theatre of Scotland She was made Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Angus in 1989 and in 2002 was created a Doctor of Laws Honoris Causa by the University of Dundee Lady Strathmore continued to play a vital role at the castle He predeceased her in 2016 at the age of 58 Glamis welcomed many Royal visitors including Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother – who was her husband’s aunt – The Queen Former Prime Ministers Margaret Thatcher and John Major also visited and in 2005 Glamis hosted the wives of world leaders during the G8 Summit at Gleneagles Lady Strathmore also had many links with America She was the Honorary Regent for Great Britain for the Kenmore Trust which runs George Washington’s sister’s home in Virginia and was honoured by a special flag being flown over the US Capitol in 1997 Through a Tayside space school connection she struck up a special relationship with NASA welcoming a number of US astronauts to the castle was married in the castle chapel and later had his children christened there US Air Force Colonel Alvin Drew called Glamis Castle during the shuttle Discovery’s final flight – but had to leave a message on the Dowager Countess’s answering machine She told The Courier at the time: “I was out when he called but I think I must be the only granny in Great Britain who’s had a call from outer space which my grandchildren thought was pretty cool.” Colonel Drew later visited Glamis to take up the role of chieftain at Strathmore Highland Games the Dowager Countess regularly returned to Angus She loved scooting around the castle grounds on her Strathmore-crested golf buggy In 2022, following the death of The Queen, Lady Strathmore’s trusted and longstanding relationship with The Courier was illustrated in a deeply personal recollection of the monarch’s final visit to Glamis The Dowager Countess shared a photograph of what proved to be a final farewell at the castle’s Queen Mother memorial gates She said at that time: “I had her on my golf buggy for around an hour and a half and we went around the castle grounds “She always had a great affection for Glamis and so many happy memories here “I do think she knew it might be her last visit and she had come to say goodbye to Glamis.” The family statement added: “A recent kind message sent to Mary just before she died read: ‘Speaking of the ‘best’ I would like to reinforce to you what a marvellous role model and figurehead you have been for Glamis over the years’ “You are a very much loved and important figure in the history of Glamis not just to the staff but to the wider community.’” the eldest being the 19th Earl of Strathmore A Service of Thanksgiving is to be held on Friday May 16 at 2.30pm at St Fergus Kirk in Glamis Comments are currently disabled as they require cookies and it appears you've opted out of cookies on this site. To participate in the conversation, please adjust your cookie preferences in order to enable comments vice chair of the Montague Historical Commission speaks in July during a ceremony announcing that the town received a $5 million grant from the state Department of Conservation and Recreation to be put toward demolition of the former Strathmore mill complex The former Strathmore mill complex in Turners Falls TURNERS FALLS — The state’s remaining Strathmore mills are dwindling with the former mill complex at 20 Canal St on track for demolition next year and its only other counterpart According to the Russell-Montgomery Police Department 1 off of Woronoco Road experienced a partial collapse on the building’s north side who were subcontractors with Complete Property Solutions LLC Three employees became trapped and were injured Two of the three injured workers were taken by ambulance to Baystate Medical Center in Springfield while the third was airlifted there by helicopter the cause of the building’s collapse remains under investigation In Turners Falls, the former Strathmore mill complex has been a major focus for redevelopment, while also being a decaying structure at risk of collapse. Nearly $10 million in federal and state funding has been awarded to the town to pay for demolition and redevelopment. The state Department of Conservation and Recreation is the source of $5 million which is being added to the $4.92 million awarded to the town by the Environmental Protection Agency The complex was built in 1874 as one of the first mills in Turners Falls Though the building first operated under the Keith Paper Co. The mill ceased paper manufacturing in 1994 It has been under town ownership since 2010 The property includes 10 buildings on a 1.93-acre site Montague Town Administrator Walter Ramsey explained that while the former Strathmore mill is in poor structural condition and a collapse can’t be ruled out work has been done to prevent people from entering and to repair certain sections to stabilize it “Since the town has taken ownership of it … roof repairs have been done fencing has been installed for security and lines have been drained,” Ramsey said “The town has been taking proactive measures to keep the building as secure and safe as possible.” These measures were paid for using $10,000 from Montague’s Community Development Discretionary Unsafe/Unhealthy Buildings Account after town officials observed increase in unauthorized entry attempts The Strathmore mill is on track for demolition next summer and engineers with Tighe & Bond have been working to formalize a demolition plan funded through a $197,000 Site Readiness Program grant and a state earmark but Tighe & Bond has been very busy working on that demolition design work,” Ramsey said “They’ve been in the mill doing assessments and developing the bid package and working around the details of what to do around the hydro facility that’s in the mill and working with FirstLight over the logistics of taking down their foot bridge.” the Strathmore mill complex was an important economic asset to Montague explained that the mill was a major employer in the village of Turners Falls and remains of interest to community members for its historical nature “The relevance is you see those buildings as a boom and then the bust of the industrial era,” Brule said noting that his own family settled in Turners Falls because of the economic opportunities within the mill and the other industries along the canal Although the historical relevance of the mill remains Brule noted the degradation of the structures is of concern and that the complex is “dangerous” in its current state a member of the Montague Historical Society echoed Brule’s concerns about the mill’s condition “The mill is in bad shape and I do believe the town is making the best decision,” Gregory said of the looming demolition When asked about the possibility of a collapse Gregory mentioned that the dangerous material in the mill has been removed meaning it presents less of a danger to the Connecticut River Gregory thinks the land where the mill is located would serve well as a green space compared to retail or housing due to the property’s lack of accessibility although no definitive plans have been developed the Strathmore Gate West homeowners’ association held its annual election resulting in the election of a new board of directors The newly elected board includes David Leal as president John Duemig as treasurer and Nat Weisenstein as director The election took place at the Strathmore Gate West Clubhouse age-restricted community in the heart of Royal Palm Beach is home to nearly 280 active homeowners and under this new leadership will continue to improve Duemig read from a letter constructed in part as a campaign resolution with the highest goal being more community member inclusion on all decisions moving forward as well as transparency and communication being the focus The new board is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents and ensuring the continued beauty and value of the neighborhood while trying to maintain a fiscally sound budget The biggest takeaway of the night was that a “special assessment” and a $1 million loan that was being considered for repairs put in front of the community by the outgoing board of directors The new board will regroup and in 2025 address the concerns shared by residents Residents of Strathmore Square will receive annual memberships to the performing arts center next door the land adjoining the entrance to the Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro station in North Bethesda was nothing more than a commuter parking lot the first of several residential developments at Strathmore Square D.C.-based Fivesquares Development and Denver-based Aimco currently consists of 220 units across the two properties a 1.25-acre community park and the CityDance Conservatory Studio the property will cover 2.2 million square feet with a total of 2,120 residential units and 131,000 square feet of retail according to a news release shared with Multifamily Dive Strathmore Square’s partners include its closest neighbor — the Strathmore performing arts center next door Residents of Ravel and Royale automatically receive annual Strathmore memberships Strathmore will also host amenities at the properties themselves private concerts and bi-annual concert curator meetings Residents will have advance ticket purchase rights discounts on select events and reserved seats for Strathmore’s Live from the Lawn series Residents can also participate in free dance classes at CityDance and receive discounted tickets to conservatory rehearsals “Strathmore believes the arts are essential and everyone deserves access to them,” said Monica Jeffries Hazangeles “Our partnership at Strathmore Square is just one more way we are living that commitment.” Ravel is the smaller of the two properties Among the property’s financiers is the Amazon Housing Equity Fund which has pledged $24 million in long-term lower-cost financing to fund over 20% of Strathmore Square Phase I and II’s homes as affordable housing for households earning between 50% and 70% of the area median income Amenities at Ravel and Royale also will include a pool Local nature attractions include trails along Rock Creek Park and Beach Drive Aimco’s AIR Communities is the property manager Strathmore Square is the first project to benefit from Montgomery County’s 15-year real estate tax abatement for high-rise residential development at Metro stations residents are close to access points for the I-270 and Beltway highways Get the free 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The announcement was made in AG Barr’s 2024/2025 results this morning, where the company saw revenue increase 5.1%, driven by Rubion and IRN-BRU. The strategy of simplifying structure appears to be working for AG Barr. Adjusted Profit Before Tax was £58.5m, representing growth of 15.8%. An organisational simplification has been integrating the Barr Soft Drinks and Funkin businesses into an AG Barr operation, streamlining activities and fostering synergies. It is now predicting another year of revenue growth and margin improvement. “This year has marked another period of sales growth,” said Mark Ellen OBE, chair of AG Barr. “This has been achieved despite the much-publicised economic headwinds and financial pressures on consumers, which have continued to influence the markets in which we operate. We have navigated these challenges effectively across the year to deliver a strong set of results. “We have continued to invest in our brands, people and capital asset base and made significant progress with our margin rebuild plans. 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