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All of the road closures for European Championship cycling today
As the final day of the European Championships is set to get under way today, the city is preparing for the Men's Cycling Road Race which will again see several routes closed in and around Glasgow. On Wednesday, the city went into lockdown as the
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Food review: Mahony's Steakhouse, Bishopbriggs
I had been craving a big old piece of cow on a plate for a while so I decided to ‘steak out’ this joint called Mahony’s. The restaurant, situated in Bishopbriggs town centre, was bustling for a Saturday night with a musician belting out everything
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Agent says Dedryck Boyata 'won't risk future' by playing for Celtic
DEDRYCK BOYATA’S future is up in the air after his agent, Jacques Lichtenstein, said he wouldn’t risk a move by playing for Celtic and turned up at their Lennoxtown training ground to demand a meeting with Brendan Rodgers. The Belgian defender
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Craig Gordon calls for positive approach from Celtic ahead of Athens test
CRAIG GORDON believes that Celtic have to be positive when they go to Athens this week to get the result required to progress to the play-off round of Champions League qualifying.A 1-1 draw at Celtic Park in the first leg of the tie last week has left
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Stormy week for Celtic ends in gloomy fashion as Hearts expose champions
A week may often be described as a long time in football, but for Celtic and their supporters, the past one must have seemed interminable. Disharmony reigns off the pitch, and yesterday, a team in disarray on it fell to defeat at Hearts through a stunning
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Accusations of a biscuit tin mentality at Celtic Park do not stand up to scrutiny
Given that his observations came before the birth of social media, who knows how Mark Twain would have felt about the pace with which something with a loose connection to the truth can solidify into hard fact with one click of a keyboard. If a
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Hearts 1 Celtic 0; Kyle Lafferty adds to Celtic's difficult week
It has been a short, sharp shock of a week for Celtic. Seven days ago the Parkhead side were springing into a new season, unfurling a league flag and aiming for Champions League football. But this defeat at Tynecastle to a solitary Kyle Lafferty
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Amazon to be told to clarify ‘misleading’ delivery claim
Amazon must clarify that some items on its Prime service are not available for next-day delivery after the advertising regulator ruled it was “misleading” consumers. The online retail giant promoted its “one-day delivery” service on its website
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In pictures: Thousands turn out for Film and Comic Con event at intu Braehead
SHOPPERS must have thought they had walked through the doors of the intu Braehead mall today and landed in a galaxy far, far away. They were met with the sight of characters from all kinds of films, TV shows and comics as they hit the shops.
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Watch hilarious video of Andy Murray and tennis pal screaming on roller coaster
Often recognised for his composure and calmness on and off the tennis court, tennis star Andy Murray has given fans a laugh with video of him and his tennis pal Nick Kyrgios screaming their way round a roller coaster. The pair were enjoying a break
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Rangers star Borna Barisic hopes his Ibrox move can help him re-ignite his international dreams
Rangers new boy Borna Barisic hopes his Ibrox move can help him re-ignite his international dreams with Croatia. The left-back has three caps and was part of Zlatko Dalic's 32-man preliminary World Cup squad but missed the cut as Croatia marched
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Increasing concern for missing Paisley man sparks police re-appeal
Police are re-appealing for information as concern grows in the search for a missing man from Paisley. Kevin Bishop, who has no fixed address, was reported missing on Saturday, August 4, when his family failed to hear from him. The 32-year-old
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Gang of up to five men armed with knife attack man in Govan
A GANG armed with a knife attacked a man as he made his way to visit his brother in Govan. Cops are hunting for the thugs who pounced on the 53-year-old at around 12.25am on Friday. The force said the attack happened after a disturbance in the
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Mbappe seeks to maintain that winning feeling
Kylian Mbappe wants to sweep the winning feeling France generated at the World Cup into Paris St Germain’s quest for an eighth Ligue 1 crown. The French champions launch their title defence against Caen at the Parc des Princes on Sunday. Neymar
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Klopp believes Alisson Becker will slot into Premier League quickly
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has every faith new goalkeeper Alisson Becker will settle quickly into the Premier League. The Brazil international was, until Chelsea signed Kepa Arrizabalaga this week, the world’s most expensive goalkeeper following
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Small steps enable Guardiola to see the bigger picture
Pep Guardiola claims simply winning matches, not more titles, is his chief motivation as champions Manchester City begin their title defence. Guardiola’s City, who won the Premier League with a record 100 points last season, begin their next campaign
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Hearts pay tribute to late Frightened Rabbit star as family head to clash with Celtic
Hearts made plans to pay tribute to Frightened Rabbit frontman Scott Hutchison as his family head to Tynecastle for today's clash agianst Celtic. Around 20 minutes before kick-off, the stadium heard the Frightened Rabbits rendition of the Hearts
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Umbrellas up Glasgow - showers are on the way
After another spell of sunshine over the past few days, our luck has once again come to a rather sodden end as showers are set to sweep in across Glasgow. That's right, it is time to wave goodbye to the sun and get the umbrellas out once more as
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George Square to enjoy another full day of festival performances - here's what's on
As the beating heart of the city's Eurpoean Championships Festival, George Square has played host to a number of performances over the last two weeks and today is no exception. Kicking off from 11am, the stage will welcome a number of musicians
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Roadshow at Glasgow shopping centre will help people reduce food waste
A custom-built mobile kitchen will be visiting Glasgow next weekend to arm residents with helpful tips and tricks to help reduce food waste. The Fresh Thinking Roadshow, a nationwide initiative launched by Hotpoint, is touring the country and will
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Everything you need to know about the Perseid meteor shower
A spectacular display of celestial fireworks is promised this weekend as the Earth flies through a cloud of cometary dust. With a new moon providing an extra-dark backdrop to the spectacle, the shooting stars will be brighter than ever. Here
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Final day of trading for several Marks & Spencer stores
Seven Marks & Spencer clothing stores will close their doors for the last time on Saturday as the high street chain pushes ahead with a radical transformation plan. The retailer announced in May that it plans to close 100 stores by 2022, putting
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Thoughtless vandals 'desecrate' nursery's picnic spot
THOUGHTLESS vandals have completely wrecked a woodlands area used by a local nursery, rendering it unsafe for children. A summer of partying by youths in the woodlands near Carlibar Family Centre in Barrhead, has taken its toll on the site used
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Woman set to walk Great Wall to raise funds for MND charity
A Renfrewshire woman is going that extra mile for charity...by taking on the Great Wall of China. Laura Graham, who has already completed treks to Kilimanjaro, in Africa, and Machu Picchu, in Peru, will take on her latest challenge to raise funds
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Rangers v St Mirren: Alan Stubbs was sick of the sight of Steven Gerrard but can't wait to go up against him
ALAN Stubbs is a bluenose in the Merseyside sense and it pains him to say but the St Mirren manager can admit now that Steven Gerrard was decent as a player. Obviously no more than that... The pair, who are friends, come from the opposite sides
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Steven Gerrard pleased with Lee Wallace's progress on the road to recovery at Rangers
STEVEN GERRARD is pleased with the progress Lee Wallace is making on the road to recovery. The former Ibrox captain still has a disciplinary issue hanging over him after he and Kenny Miller appealed the fines they were handed following an internal
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Stewart Paterson: Could free public transport work in Glasgow to reduce pollution?
Would you leave your car and use public transport if it was free? Thousands of people were forced onto buses or trains this week doing something they would rather not. Closures to accommodate the road cycling event at the European Championships
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Rangers boss Steven Gerrard delighted with Lassana Coulibaly's Ibrox impact
RANGERS boss Steven Gerrard has backed Lassana Coulibaly to go from strength to strength. The midfielder has made an impressive start to life at Ibrox following his loan move from Angers and netted his first goal for the Gers in the Europa League
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New traffic calming measures approved for East Dunbartonshire towns
Councillors have approved new traffic calming measures to be introduced in East Dunbartonshire towns. Two sets of speed cushions will be built in Bankhead Road, Kirkintilloch, and a flat top speed table has been approved for Kenmure Avenue, Bishopbriggs
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Plans for penthouse flats in Cumbernauld town centre to be considered
NORTH Lanarkshire councillors will consider proposals to recreate 35 penthouse flats in Cumbernauld town centre. Avon House, which in the early days of the centre was divided into one bedroom flats providing bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and living
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East Dunbartonshire to WAIVE parking fees during major events
Councillors have agreed to waive the usual parking fees at town centres during some major events taking place in East Dunbartonshire. On Saturday, August 25, it will be free to park in Kirkintilloch Town Centre, the date of Kirkintilloch Canal
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Steven Gerrard thanks Ibrox board for 'brilliant' backing and support during his Rangers overhaul this summer
STEVEN GERRARD has thanked the Ibrox board for their support and financial backing during his Rangers revolution this summer. Gerrard completed his 11th deal of the transfer window this week as Croatian defender Borna Barisic clinched a £1.5million
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In pictures: Maryhill firefighters give VIP tour to young boy with autism who is touring fire stations
Maryhill firefighters welcomed 12-year-old Andrew Dane who is touring fire stations around the UK - and the world. Andrew has autism and through is visits to fire stations across the country, he has been able to improve his communication skills
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Plans for new language school in Shawlands announced
PLANS have been unveiled for a new language school in Shawlands. Lingo Flamingo want to take over a cafe which has been vacant for 18 months on Deanston Drive. They have asked Glasgow City Council for permission to change the use of unit from
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Craig Slater out for revenge against Falkirk as Partick Thistle look to kick-start season
THE very mention of Falkirk’s name is enough to send a shiver up the spine of Partick Thistle midfielder Craig Slater.The 24-year-old was fighting his way back to full fitness after an injury-hit spell at Colchester when he took the opportunity to join
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Graeme McGarry: Celtic must back Brendan Rodgers or it might be 'hasta la vista'
“Terminado.” A word that until this week, I had only known from childhood holidays when my old man would try to persuade the barman for “dos cervezas” after closing time at the pool bar.But it is a word that should send shivers up the spine of every Celtic
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Times past: Back to school pictures throughout the years
Evocative images from The Herald & Times archive
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Interview: Officer and a Gentleman star Emma Williams and her temp life
WHEN the faces of reality TV hopefuls trickle with tears while declaring “I want it so bad,” you really want them to read about Emma Williams. The Bradford-born actress, set to star in the stage musical an Officer and a Gentleman in Glasgow, outlines
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Fifth Scottish council vows to train ALL pupils in live-saving CPR
HUNDREDS more Scottish pupils will be taught heart resuscitation skills after another local authority pledged to roll-out training. Renfrewshire Council has become the fifth council to back our Scotland’s Got Heart campaign, which aims to ensure
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Frasers saved but future for Buchanan Street store remains uncertain
GLASGOW’s oldest surviving department store has been saved from closure but its future is still unclear.House of Fraser was bought by Sports Direct owner and retail tycoon, Mike Ashley, shortly after it went into administration.The Glasgow store is seen
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Hundreds are expected to gather to watch Europe’s elite cyclists battle it out
ROADS throughout Glasgow city centre will close as hundreds of cyclists sweep through the city to end the historic European Championships. Dozens of major streets from the West End through to the city centre will close ahead of the road race, which begins
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Glasgow's Christmas markets will be back in November and December
GLASGOW’S Christmas markets will be back in November and December this year.That’s after city bosses rubber-stamped a deal to allow Market Place Europe to host the event.The company lost out on the contract to hold the markets last year.But they’ll now
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Union calls on health board to 'come clean' over super-hospital window fault
HEALTH chiefs are investigating what caused a heavy glass panel to plunge 10 floors to the ground at Glasgow’s £840 million super hospital.NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde said it was ‘fortunate’ that no one was injured during the incident, which happened
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Lawyer representing bereaved families in the Clutha bar helicopter crash welcomes FAI
A LAWYER acting for the bereaved families in the Clutha bar helicopter crash has welcomed the crown office decision to begin a fatal accident inquiry (FAI) - almost five years after the disaster. Patrick McGuire, a partner in Thompsons Solicitors, which
