Portobello Beach, located near Edinburgh, is at the center of a fight after human waste started appearing on the beach and in the sea – and it’s reported to come from RVs there. (iStock) A Scottish beach has become a health hazard after campers started dumping their poop there. Portobello Beach, located near Edinburgh, is at the center of a fight after human waste started appearing on the beach and in the sea – and it’s reported to come from RVs there. The Edinburgh Evening News reports 15 RVs and caravans have been parked at the beach’s King’s Place parking lot, which has “infuriated” local residents. “It was absolutely disgusting and it is the last straw for me. It is a definite health hazard and can attract rats and spread disease. Something needs to be done.” (Getty) Resident Bridgeen Caulfield told the paper: “My friend’s dog went up on land near the car park and she went over to see what he was looking at and she stood in it. “It was absolutely disgusting ...
If Democrat Kathryn Dodge appeals for another recount and it results in a tie, the race between her and Republican Bart LeBon could be decided by a coin toss. (AP Photo) Control of the Alaska state House has come down to just one race – and it could be decided by a coin toss. Following a recount, Republican Bart LeBon edged out Democrat Kathryn Dodge by just one vote. Previously, the pair was tied with 2,661 votes apiece. Dodge has until Wednesday to appeal the recount, the Juneau Empire reported . She said she will “think on things” with her team. “People kept calling it close,” Dodge previously said of the race. “I just didn't know it was going to be squeaky.” LeBon wasn’t confident his victory was secured. “I don’t think this is over. Do you? I’m pretty sure this has got another layer to it,” LeBon told the Juneau Empire. “I would be thrilled if it was over, but is this over? I just don’t think so.” Should LeBon’s victory be certified, Republicans would narrow...
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