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New half marathon event planned by Merton Council

Merton Council will spend 220,000 to launch the event, but estimates it will generate 600,000 profit, rising to 1.4m by the third year and will support up to 49 local jobs, the Local Democracy Reporting Service said. Leader of Merton Council Ross Garrod hopes the race will become "south London's biggest running event" and attract runners from across London, Surrey and beyond.

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California

fromwww.mercurynews.com

1 month ago

Valero confirms Benicia refinery will shutter, leaving questions of site's future

Valero will idle the Benicia refinery by April, likely cutting hundreds of jobs and converting the site to gasoline imports, impacting California fuel supply.

Business

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

3 months ago

How roofing companies and orthodontists build strong foundations for businesses and communities - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Professional services such as roofing and orthodontics ensure safety, protect assets and well-being, and strengthen local economies through collaboration and long-term community investment.

SF music

fromABC7 San Francisco

4 months ago

SF's Castro Theatre to reopen after 2-year renovation with Sam Smith residency

The Castro Theatre reopens after two years, hosting Sam Smith for an eight-night residency Feb 10–21, 2026, expected to revive local businesses.

London politics

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 months ago

Dagenham is worried': London borough in limbo after Smithfield and Billingsgate move axed

Cancellation of the Dagenham Dock wholesale market redevelopment threatens jobs and local regeneration after City of London Corporation cited rising costs despite large prior spending.