Johnnie Walker will give his final broadcast later this month (Picture: Geoff Pugh/REX/Shutterstock) One of the nation’s most legendary broadcasters, Johnnie Walker has announced to listeners in an emotional statement that he will give his last broadcast later this month. Appearing on his afternoon gig of Sounds of the 70s today, Johnnie, 79, revealed he […]
Madonna’s brother Christopher Ciccone dies age 63
It has been confirmed that Madonna’s brother Christopher Ciccone has died at the age of 63. (Picture: Rex) Madonna’s brother Christopher Ciccone has died at the age of 63. TMZ first reported that the author and designer died a couple of days ago, per his representatives. The outlet revealed: ‘Madonna’s brother died Friday in Michigan […]
Jamie Carragher slams ‘really poor’ Manchester United star after Aston Villa draw
Jamie Carragher was less than impressed by the Manchester United star (Picture: Getty) Jamie Carragher criticised ‘really poor’ Manchester United summer signing Joshua Zirkzee during the club’s Premier League draw against Aston Villa. United shared an underwhelming goalless draw with Villa on Sunday afternoon, though given their recent issues Erik ten Hag’s side will likely […]
One Day and Poldark star expecting first baby two years after marriage
(Picture: Getty/@eleanortomlinson/Instagram) TV star Eleanor Tomlinson has announced she is expecting her first child with husband Will Owen. The 32-year-old actress, who rose to prominence thanks to her career-making turn as Demelza in the hit BBC historical dramas series Poldark, shared the news on Instagram on Sunday. ‘Can’t wait to meet you, little one,’ she […]
Who is Sue Gray? Partygate investigator turned Labour chief of staff quits
Who is Sue Gray, Labour’s former chief of staff? (Picture: PA/Getty Images) ‘Waiting for Sue Gray’ became something of a mantra for many politicians towards the end of Boris Johnson’s time in the top job. Then working as a senior civil servant, Sue Gray’s findings on Partygate were hugely anticipated and, following a Met Police […]
After my husband died suddenly, I discovered the impact he had on others
Paul and Toni had been married for 22 years (Picture: Toni McKeaney) I knew something was wrong because of the sheer panic in my daughter, Cara’s, voice. ‘Mum you need to come home,’ she said, adding: ‘I’ve called an ambulance.’ I ran out of my office and explained to colleagues in my GP practice: Paul, […]
‘He’s very lucky’ – Jamie Carragher says Manchester United star Marcus Rashford should have been sent off against Aston Villa
Marcus Rashford was substituted shortly after his foul on Leon Bailey (Picture: Getty) Jamie Carragher believes Marcus Rashford should have been sent off for a second bookable offence in Manchester United’s stalemate with Aston Villa. The two teams could not be separated after a drab first half and it was more of the same after […]
Chippy urged to put fruit and veg on the menu by health board bosses
A health board in north-west Wales voiced its concerns about plans for a new chippy, citing the effect that junk food has on obesity levels among locals (Picture: Getty Images) A health board has urged a new fish and chip shop to serve fruit and vegetables alongside its usual menu – in a bid to […]
King Charles makes a surprising change to his day-to-day routine
We’ll stick with a pasty thanks (Picture: Chris Radburn/Getty) The King’s eating habits have caused fascination for some time, with people once convinced he lined up seven boiled eggs each morning but only ate the one with the optimum consistency. It turns out, that was a myth (or at least, so the royal family said), […]
San Jose family has history of supporting county fair
The Santa Clara County Fairgrounds Heritage Foundation (FHF) is developing a permanent fairgrounds history museum in the 1949 State House Replica located on the fairgrounds property. The State House Replica was built to commemorate the centennial celebration of San Jose as the state capitol. The FHF also hopes to raise funds to restore the building […]
Santa Clara County Office of Education wins state, national awards
Educational awards The Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) received the Large County Office of the Year award from the California County Superintendents last month at the 2024 annual awards. The award recognizes the SCCOE’s work on diversity, equity and inclusive initiatives; whole child implementation; students with disabilities; supporting arts education; and other work that leads […]
State Legislature recognizes October as Filipino American History Month
Filipino Americans honored The California State Assembly recently passed Assemblymember Alex Lee’s legislation, House Resolution 112, naming October as Filipino American History Month. Lee’s 24th District, which includes Milpitas, has the highest Asian American population in California, and the Filipino American population accounts for the district’s third largest Asian American group. In Lee’s district, the […]