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Thousands gather to see Christmas lights switch-on in George Square
THOUSANDS of people gathered in George Square on Sunday evening to enjoy the city’s Christmas lights switch-on. The event, organised by Glasgow Loves Christmas, saw thousands of people gather in the city centre to mark the start of the city’s festive
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Mayflies with Martin Compston and Tony Curran among Bafta Scotland winners
TV drama Mayflies was among the winners at the Bafta Scotland awards. The adaptation of Andrew O'Hagan’s book starring Tony Curran and Martin Compston as long time friends Tully and James trying to come to terms with devastating news won for Best
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In Pictures: stars arrive on red carpet for the Bafta Scotland awards
STARS of TV and film arrived on the red carpet in Glasgow for the Bafta Scotland awards. Famous faces began arriving early evening gat the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in the city centre for the ceremony. TV Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark stopped
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'Exceptional talent': Glasgow family jeweller recognised with prestigious award
A family jeweller in Glasgow has been given a prestigious award. Serena Gough, who is the head of services at bespoke city jeweller and watchmaker Laings, picked up the gong for Watchmaker of the Year at the recent WatchPro Awards in London.
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Woman 'attacked' member of public after three-car smash on Glasgow road
A woman is alleged to have attacked a member of the public after drunk driving. Officers were alerted to a crash involving three vehicles on Springburn Road on Saturday evening. A disturbance is then said to have broken out at the scene.
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Glasgow restaurant introduces special new menu in UK first
A Glasgow restaurant has introduced a special new menu in a UK first. Atlantic Bar & Brasserie has designed a low FODMAP menu, which is specially catered for customers who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or who follow a gluten and dairy-free
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Remember when this Glasgow nightclub hosted Top of the Pops?
Newer generations of clubbers will perhaps never have heard of this city centre hotspot, but it was once one of the most happenin’ nightclubs in Glasgow… and even hosted Top of the Pops. Archaos opened on Queen Street in 1995 as one of the many
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Glasgow Irish pub teases huge plans to expand over FOUR floors
A popular Irish pub in Glasgow has revealed plans to expand over four floors. Kitty O'Shea's made the announcement that they are making some changes to their city centre bar, located on Waterloo Street. As well as expanding the space, the venue
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American rock band place 'huge' order at Glasgow cafe after Hydro gig
An American rock band placed a 'huge' order at a Glasgow cafe after their gig. Queens of the Stone Age performed at the OVO Hydro on Saturday night as part of their The End is Nero tour. After the show, the band decided to treat their crew
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Major retailer reveals exciting plans for 22,900sqft Braehead store
A major clothing retailer has announced exciting expansion plans for its Braehead store. New Look is transforming the shop on the ground floor of the Renfrew shopping centre. The refurbishment of the 22,900 square feet space will include expanding
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Chair hurled into crowd as mass fight breaks out at Glasgow club
A fight broke out at a working men's club in Glasgow. The rammy erupted at the Fairfield Club in the city's Govan on Friday evening, where it is understood an amateur boxing event was taking place. Video footage shared widely on social media
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'Deserve a medal': Heroic Glasgow bar staff praised for helping punter
Staff at a Glasgow bar have been lauded for their heroic efforts in helping a punter. The security team at Maggie May's in the Merchant City were praised for coming to the aid of a man who suffered from a hypoglycaemia. A hypoglycaemia or
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Man in hospital after being hit by taxi on busy Glasgow road
A man is battling injuries in hospital after being hit by a taxi. He was walking along Great Western Road in the early hours of Sunday morning when he was struck by the white vehicle. The incident occurred at around 1.15am in the Knightswood
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Former musician raped two women and attacked a third
A FORMER pipe band member is behind bars after sex attacks on three women. Paul Edwardson preyed on his victims including one forced to fake a panic attack to get him away. The 23-year-old had denied the crimes during a trial at the High Court
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Everything to know about Premium Bonds prizes and how they're shared out
Around 21 million people in the UK have premium bonds but how are the prizes shared out? First introduced in 1956, Premium Bonds are an investment product which is issued by National Savings and Investments (NS&I). With Premium Bonds, you
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POLL: Vote for the best delivery service as new survey ranks worst firms in 2023
From late arrivals to missing parcels, delivery services get a bad reputation but is there one that is a cut above the rest? This week, delivery services in the UK were described as "miserable" by customers for the third year running, according
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Experts reveal the 8 rarest animals in the UK and where to find them
For those looking to uncover the hidden wonders of the UK's wildlife, outdoor experts have revealed the eight rarest animals in the UK and the places you might be able to find them. Searches for wildlife trails in the UK have increased by 3600%
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Full list of every I'm a Celebrity winner from Gino D'Acampo to Jill Scott
I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here is set to return to television screens across the UK in November. The reality series has been a staple on ITV for 21 years, with the first series airing all the way back in 2002. The show sees big-name celebrities
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Council bosses urged to 'make money' from city chambers when not in use
Council bosses should consider making money from the historic rooms in their city centre headquarters when they are not in use, according to a councillor. The George Square 1888 landmark is lavishly decorated inside boasting magnificent architectural
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High school will bring back Christmas fair for first time in FOUR years
A Hamilton high school is bringing back its popular Christmas fair for the first time in four years. Holy Cross High School will open its doors to all on Saturday, November 25, from 11am until 2pm for the free festive event. Locals will get
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Private hire driver keeps his licence after falling asleep at the wheel
A private hire driver who fell asleep at the wheel and hit a parked vehicle has been allowed to keep his licence. Police Scotland objected to Woleed Mohamed’s bid to renew the licence, but the city’s licensing committee decided to grant the application
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Busy Glasgow road closed after 'incident' as officers on scene
UPDATE: A man is in hospital. Cops closed a busy Glasgow road for several hours following an incident. Investigation teams were called to the scene at Great Western Road after a road traffic collision early on Sunday morning. The road was
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Busy road to be closed to allow Christmas lights event to take place
A BUSY road in Johnstone will be closed for one day next month to allow the town's Christmas lights event to take place. Houstoun Square will be shut from Church Street to William Street on Saturday, December 2. Vehicles that are left on the
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Progress made in North Lanarkshire’s approach to providing social care
Further progress has been made in North Lanarkshire’s approach to providing social care for adults. A report on the council’s Getting It Right For Everyone system highlighted the multi-agency work being done within the local authority. North
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My daughter was stillborn, there needs to be more support for baby loss
A HEARTBROKEN woman is calling for better support for parents experiencing baby loss. Katey McSherry told how she struggled with debt after her daughter Aleigha was sadly stillborn at 30 weeks in October 2017. The 42-year-old has now launched
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Christmas memorial service to be held at crematorium
An annual Christmas memorial service will be held in South Lanarkshire Crematorium at the start of next month. The December 3 event has become special for locals, as it creates an opportunity for the bereaved to come together as the festive season
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Hairdressers pick up SIX awards at top London event
A salon group with premises in East Renfrewshire has been named a cut above the rest at a prestigious ceremony in London. Roar Hair and Beauty, which has a branch in Giffnock’s Fenwick Road, won six gongs at the 2023 Salon Awards, a contest recognising
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Plans to increase height of blocks of flats in Renfrew rejected by councillors
Plans to increase the height of two yet-to-be-built blocks of flats in Renfrew have been rejected by councillors. Park Lane Group/Sanctuary Scotland asked for the erection of a residential development comprising of 24 flats with associated access
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Trees in Renfrew set to be protected by preservation order
A number of trees in a Renfrew street are set to be protected by a preservation order. A Tree Preparation Order is being prepared and put out for representations for 12 individual trees and a grouping of three trees located at Inchinnan Road.
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Glasgow hotel dubbed Scotland's biggest gets alcohol licence
A huge new Glasgow hotel, which has rooms for students as well as holiday makers, has been granted an alcohol licence before it opens. The newly built Social Hub Hotel sits in Candleriggs Square – which has been derelict for two decades and was
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Mum's special tribute after daughter passes at 30
Hospice bosses have hailed a charity champion who has spearheaded an immensely successful 'Cakes to Go' home baking fundraiser. Christine McGowan, 70, has coined in over more than £16,000 for St Vincent's Hospice, in Howwood, over the past seven
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Paisley's Christmas lights switch-on - here's what you need to know
Paisley's Christmas lights switch-on event will mark the start of a month-long programme of festive family fun. The small celebration will take place in Dunn Square on Thursday, November 30. Renfrewshire's Provost Lorraine Cameron, along with
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Mum thanks heroes who saved son with rare bone condition
A mum has thanked the heroes who saved her son’s life. Siobhan Ronaldson, 36, has hailed nurses at Royal Alexandra Hospital Neonatal Unit for helping her boy Brodie Robertson, who suffers from a rare bone condition. The eight-year-old, from
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Plans submitted for 30 retirement flats on site plagued by vandals
Proposals have been submitted to Renfrewshire Council to transform the site of the derelict and partially demolished former St Joseph’s Nursing Home just outside Lochwinnoch. A planning application has put forward for 25 new-build retirement flats
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Residents views sought on improvements for popular Barrhead park
RESIDENTS are being urged to share their views on future improvements to Barrhead's Cowan Park. It comes after East Renfrewshire Council launched a consultation looking for locals to choose how they would like the park to be improved. The proposals
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'Thrilled': Primary school celebrates turning 90 years old
A PRIMARY school in Clarkston has been highlighted at the UK parliament after celebrating a major milestone. It comes after Netherlee Primary Schools staff and pupils were presented with an Early Day Motion by East Renfrewshire's MP Kirsten Oswald
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Mum busted after smuggling phone to prisoner son
A mother and son duo were busted after they smuggled a mobile phone into a Bishopbriggs prison. Susan and John Campbell both appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court this week where Susan, 58, pleaded guilty to handing over the communication device at
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Man punched cop after being flagged down in taxi following street fight
A MAN punched a cop in the face after they flagged him down in a taxi following a fight in Glasgow’s Merchant City. Dylan Higgins, 26, appeared in the dock at Glasgow Sheriff Court alongside his pal Jonathan Malloy, 39. The pair were in a
