The Gisborne RSL sub-branch in Victoria was destroyed by fire a week ago, and the local community has rallied behind the veterans affected by the loss. The community has come together to provide support and assistance in rebuilding the sub-branch and ensuring the continued well-being of the veterans.
The Venice Theatre in Florida is rebuilding after Hurricane Ian, and has received a $1 million donation to support its recovery efforts. The theater, which was hit hard by the storm, will use the funds to help with the construction of a new main stage building. The donation from Jim and Donna Boldt, who have been attending shows at the theater for years, is the largest single donation the theater has received since the storm. The theater is expected to cost an estimated $14 million to rebuild.
The San Jose Sharks have parted ways with head coach David Quinn after two difficult seasons. General manager Mike Grier cited the need for a ‘different voice’ to lead the team’s rebuilding efforts. Despite facing challenges, Grier praised Quinn’s efforts under ‘difficult circumstances.’ The Sharks have endured a dismal record of 41-98-25 under Quinn, including a league-worst 47 points this season. They finished last in the NHL and hold a 25.5% chance of securing the top draft pick. Grier emphasized that the team’s poor performance was not solely a factor in Quinn’s dismissal. He indicated that the search for a new coach is underway, with no specific timeline or preference for experience level.
The San Jose Sharks have fired head coach David Quinn after two seasons as part of a major rebuilding project. General manager Mike Grier announced the decision on Wednesday following a review of the team’s season. The Sharks had a disappointing season, finishing with the worst record in the NHL. Quinn’s two seasons were marked by lackluster play and several high-profile trades as the team looked to get younger and rebuild. The Sharks are now expected to focus on developing their young players and hope to return to contention in the future.
Eleven years after being fired as the Sabres’ winningest coach, Lindy Ruff has been rehired to lead the team. Ruff, now 64, spent 14-plus seasons coaching the Sabres, including their last postseason appearance in 2011. He ranks fifth on the career list with 1,774 games coached and 864 victories, with a franchise-record 571 coming in Buffalo. Ruff takes over a team that has endured an NHL-record 13-season playoff drought and is in the midst of a rebuilding phase. He replaces Don Granato, who was fired after three-plus seasons behind the bench.
