The opening marks the first cannabis retail facility in Berea establishing a new access point on Cleveland’s southwest side Courtesy of The Landing DispensaryPosted by Tony LangeMay 5 2025CMSBrowserComponents.load({ el: '#vue-1746529199745-859' props: {"cookieName":"parallaxState","cookieValue":"1","expires":1} skipWhenExists: false });[PRESS RELEASE] – BEREA a leading vertically integrated cannabis brand with operations in Ohio and West Virginia announced that its newest The Landing Dispensary following a successful soft opening that began May 1 This new location brings Firelands Scientific's total retail footprint to six locations in the state The Landing Berea will join the company's existing Ohio locations in Cincinnati Monroe and Huron (Firelands Scientific Dispensary) "We are thrilled to strengthen our presence in Northeast Ohio with the upcoming Berea location," said Christy Bezuijen Firelands Scientific’s vice president of Brands and Marketing "This expansion reflects our ongoing commitment to providing Ohio cannabis consumers and patients with convenient access to quality products at competitive prices The Berea community has been incredibly welcoming and we look forward to becoming a trusted cannabis resource in the area." the Berea dispensary draws unique inspiration from the local community it serves showcasing the positive economic and social impact of responsible cannabis normalization in both Ohio's medical and adult-use markets The new location will feature Firelands Scientific's complete product lineup alongside a carefully curated selection of other top cannabis brands and grand opening discounts The new dispensary is strategically located on West Bagley Road a main thoroughfare in Berea with excellent visibility and accessibility The location is just a short drive from the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and minutes from Baldwin Wallace University and the Cleveland Browns’ practice facility the dispensary offers easy access for residents and visitors with ample parking and proximity to several shopping centers and restaurants Patients and customers will find the location easily accessible from I-71 and the Ohio Turnpike making it a convenient option for cannabis consumers throughout Cleveland's southwest suburbs This retail expansion builds upon Firelands Scientific's established reputation as a community-focused operator dedicated to education product quality and affordable access to cannabis throughout the region For more information about The Landing Berea, including updates on the grand opening, visit www.thelandingdispensaries.com That is the question in the description of a Facebook video by Beautiful South Africa A beautiful blue display of bioluminescent plankton captured by Andrea Ben at Umdloti bioluminescence occurs when a living organism produces and emits light from its body owing to an internal chemical reaction that turns chemical energy into light energy It’s used by all sorts of creatures at different depths to give predators the slip She pointed out: “Several deep-sea corals have bioluminescence in their tentacles Porter mentioned that some of those twilight zone critters use bioluminescence to tempt their prey without scaring them off AVBOB celebrates a milestone by rewarding its members on a large scale DURBAN - Four men have been shot dead by police in Durban on Wednesday Colonel Robert Netshiunda shared some of the details with eNCA "Four suspects were shot and fatally wounded; they were all inside the vehicle jumped out of the moving vehicle (and) was shot at because he was shooting as well." a firearm was found which belongs to policemen." Netshiunda said the men were intercepted on their way to commit a "hit" on a businessman Senior reporter Dasen Thathiah was at the scene to find out the latest information.  The Swakop River’s rare flow into the Atlantic Ocean – a phenomenon last observed in 2022 – is said to have triggered ecological disruptions along the Swakopmund coast in Namibia Heavy rainfall caused the Swakop River to surge into the ocean on April 1 A video shared with Erongo and posted on its Facebook page shows hundreds – if not thousands – of dead sea creatures little sharks and other sea life – washed ashore “The mass die-off is believed to be linked to either a sulphur eruption currently sediment and debris carried into the Atlantic by the Swakop River breakthrough on April 1,” Erongo said in its Facebook post “The mixture of fresh water and silt may have depleted oxygen levels in the shallow marine environment suffocating the creatures or driving them into distress the incident is believed to be a natural ecological response following the rare flood,” it added According to The Namibian the ‘Swakop River reaching the Atlantic Ocean is a rare occurrence that significantly impacts the local marine environment’ “The Swakop River is an ephemeral watercourse meaning it flows only after substantial inland rainfall the river last reached the Atlantic in 2022 This influx can lead to abrupt changes in water composition including reduced salinity and oxygen levels lobsters and various fish may become disoriented or suffocate DUT PARTNERS WITH SAPS BEREA POLICE STATION FOR A SUCCESSFUL CRIME AWARENESS DAY The Durban University of Technology (DUT) proudly participated in the SAPS Berea Crime Awareness Day 2024 held at the Curries Fountain Sports Development Centre on Saturday The event marked a significant collaborative effort between the local law enforcement various stakeholders and sponsors to promote safety and crime prevention within the community DUT’s involvement in the initiative was spearheaded by its Protection Services Unit and Marketing These Units joined forces to ensure the university’s strong representation at the event reinforcing the institution’s commitment to building a safer environment for its students The SAPS Berea Crime Awareness Day provided an informative and empowering experience for all involved By gathering knowledge from experts and learning how to stay informed and aware of their surroundings community members were better equipped to react to potential situations making the event not only a celebration of collaboration but also a significant step towards a safer environment for everyone the university remains committed to supporting such initiatives recognising the crucial role that education and community engagement play in building a safer and more secure environment for everyone the Protection Services unit is excited to announce its second annual Crime Awareness Week following the success of last year’s event We encourage all DUT students and staff to join us and actively participate in this important initiative which will take place from 30 September 2024 to 4 October 2024 across both Durban and Midlands Campuses,” reiterated Mr Mofokeng Pictured:Distinguished guests at the SAPS Berea Crime Awareness Day 2024 with the ambassadors DUT PAIA Manual                         Privacy Policy P O Box 1334, Durban 4000 Auctioneer: Aucor Property Nestled among some historical buildings in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, is the iconic Safari Hotel which accommodates residential units and ground floor retail It towers over the quaint little fire station which was completed in 1912 and was originally the Northern Districts Fire Station Hillbrow It is the oldest functioning fire station in Johannesburg now known as the Berea Fire Station The Safari Hotel is not only renowned for its stature and location but it is also known for being one of the best run buildings in the area The Safari Hotel comprises ten fully let retail stores and 293 residential units and it is NSFAS accredited for 550 beds It has been described as “another world” as you step off the streets of Hillbrow into a sumptuous interior with velvet drapes Two new lifts were recently installed indicating the owner’s commitment to patrons to keep the building fully operational The building has been in operation for many years earning a long-respected reputation in the hospitality and housing industries The 495m² piece of vacant land directly across the road is zoned for ground floor retail and 72 units The Safari Hotel is neighbour to the Stucke & Harris designed Ridgeview building which was built in 1931 The apartment block is inspired by the 1920s post-Edwardian classists and taking shape just before the Art Deco movement swept Johannesburg’s skylines Also going on auction through Aucor Property is the 229-apartment block on 155 Banket Street which is also in remarkably good condition These landmark buildings are located within Johannesburg’s inner city on the north end of Berea / Hillbrow just a few 100m off Willie Street and Louis Botha Avenue For more information on these properties, contact Sean Parsons at Aucor Property While construction work continues on the greater Westown Precinct the trigger development of the new City of the West A catalyst for the development of much-needed services and economic opportunities in the region WESTOWN offers a brand new destination for living business and recreational activities within a managed Locally driven and guided by a team that understands the context and potential of the place Westown focuses on the value of open space and is designed to integrate with existing outdoor and lifestyle activities that define the Shongweni/Hillcrest sub-region – horse riding This design approach makes Westown Square different to anything else currently on offer in South Africa with all roads (high-streets) leading to the ‘spatial heart’ of the Town Square which in turn flows into The BARN an eclectic selection of artisanal homeware sit alongside quality restaurants and niche concept eateries The Barn is also fast becoming “the place to go” in the Outer West with a regular weekly line up of music and performances creating a vibrant lifestule destination the shop and restaurants overlook the architectural landscaped TOWN GARDENS the roll-out of Balwin’s Shongweni Eco-Park Parc Ferme and the 100-bed West Private Hospital “Westown is a place – the new City of the West locally-driven initiative that connects people with spaces and experiences In the large open outdoor spaces throughout Westown Square and the open-air courtyards large-canopy evergreen trees have been introduced to form a soft roof over the area In narrow and smaller courtyards seasonal trees provide shade during our hot summers while allowing sunlight to seep through the leafless branches during winter From the choice of plants and the design of the walkways to entrance features and children’s play areas the vision goes beyond merely building an aesthetically pleasing and green shopping space The intention is to spark a connection between visitors and the local landscape in a way that fosters a sense of community and belonging and redefines the shopping experience And in a final nod to the local character of Shongweni is an area adjacent to Westown Square for mountain bikers and horse riders to “park” their respective modes of transport in a safe environment and go about their business or pleasure in Westown Square While the Art Program has started with installations in Westown Square the intention is that it will encompass Westown as a whole harnessing all arts disciplines to create a multi-sensorial globally competitive and highly marketable experience that can help define the entire culture of Westown “We’re so excited to introduce our first pieces of work and the artists behind the work at the opening of Westown Square Marking & Communications Executive for Westown “We’re thrilled to be working with The KwaZulu-Natal Society of Arts (KZNSA) on the Art program and have the expertise of the Gallery’s Director Angela Shaw leading the curation of the project Artists involved in this Phase 1 of the Art Program include: Xavier Clarisse is brought to life in isiZulu and English on the upper wall at entrance 5 in the Checkers forecourt with sites being identified for key installations A filed citation revealed new information on the officer-involved shooting that occurred in the Berea Walmart parking lot on Tuesday The citation detailed that at around 6 a.m Berea police received an alert regarding a stolen vehicle reportedly out of Rockcastle County The reported stolen vehicle was found unoccupied in the Walmart parking lot and the citation read that after about 20 minutes three people walked out of the Walmart and got into the vehicle Responding officers activated their emergency lights while surrounding the vehicle Officers gave verbal commands to turn off the vehicle and exit with their hands up hitting an officer and pinning him up against a detective's vehicle in the process As officers began to discharge their firearms Allen allegedly accelerated forward in an attempt to flee the scene causing additional damage to another parked vehicle The individuals then exited the vehicle after further verbal commands and were then detained by officers The officer that was hit by the vehicle was taken to an area hospital due to his injuries Allen was charged with attempted murder of a first responder (peace officer) receiving stolen property $1,000 < $10,000 and first-degree attempted fleeing or evading police New details have been released by Kentucky State Police Post 7 regarding the officer-involved shooting in the Berea Walmart parking lot early Tuesday morning there were three people in the vehicle at the time of the incident and the officer discharged his firearm and struck two of the people in the vehicle KSP notes that the third person was detained for questioning Kentucky State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning in the Berea Walmart parking lot according to a Facebook post from the Berea Police Department Berea police say they responded to Walmart to investigate a reported stolen vehicle When officers attempted to make contact with the driver police say "he placed the car in reverse and struck an officer pinning him between two vehicles." As a result the officer then reportedly "fired his weapon into the vehicle to stop it." Berea police say that one officer and two others involved were taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries there is no active threat to the community Berea police note that Walmart is open for business but officers are still on the scene investigating Report a typo