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In pictures: Cyclists take over Glasgow city centre for traffic free ride
Cyclists took over Glasgow city centre on Sunday for a traffic free ride circuit. Organisers of the Ford Ride Glasgow event said thousands took part. Over the weekend there was stunt display in George Square by the Clan team as well as children
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Iconic nightclub cuts opening nights down to three a week
A beloved Glasgow nightclub announced it will only be open three nights a week from now on. The Garage, located on Sauchiehall Street, shared the news on Facebook. It also asked punters for help, saying: "Come on down and support your favourite
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Scotland squad off to Germany for Euros
Team Scotland has officially left for Germany ahead of Euro 2024. The national men's team posted on X sharing with fans that they are travelling to the host country of the football championship. In the group stages, they will face Germany,
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Young man in hospital after serious assault
Cops launched a probe after a man was seriously assaulted in Blantyre. Emergency services rushed to Logan Street in the South Lanarkshire town around 3am yesterday. A 20-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment. Police are investigating
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Dr Michael Mosley's wife pays tribute to 'wonderful' husband after body found
TV doctor Michael Mosley has been found dead at the age of 67, his wife has confirmed. His body was found with an umbrella close by beneath a fence that runs around the bar on Agia Marina beach on the Greek island of Symi around mid-morning on
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This supermarket is the best in the UK according to our readers
Aldi was named the cheapest supermarket in the UK for the fifth consecutive month in May following a survey by Which? and we decided to ask Newsquest readers what their favourite shop is. With so much choice when it comes to doing the food shop
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Everything you need to know about E.coli as outbreak declared
At least 37 people have been admitted to hospital in an E. coli outbreak believed to be linked to food, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Whole genome sequencing of samples indicates most of the 113 cases reported across the UK
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Warning to anyone who shares a bed with their dogs this summer
Dog lovers have been issued a warning about letting their four-legged friends onto the bed with them. As we approach summer and the weather begins to get warmer, experts at bed and mattress retailer Happy Beds have revealed why you should avoid
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Love Island star spotted at Girls Aloud gig in Glasgow
A Love Island star was spotted at the Girls Aloud gig last night. Laura Anderston attended the iconic girlband's Glasgow concert at the Hydro last night. The star shared several videos with her fans through her Instagram story. In the footage
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10 amazing pictures from The Reeling music festival
A popular music festival is taking over an East Renfrewshire park this weekend - here are the amazing pictures from day one. Crowds flocked to The Reeling Festival at Rouken Glen Park to celebrate traditional music. Headliners include Elephant
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Man found dead at Glasgow home as cops investigate
Cops investigate after 'unexplained' death of man at Glasgow home. 999 crews were alerted of the death of a 52-year-old within a property on Linkwood Cresent in Drumchapel around 2.30am this morning. The incident is being treated as "unexplained
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'The duo you never knew you needed': Stars spotted at Glasgow restaurant
Two celebrities were spotted at a Glasgow restaurant. River City actor Stephen Purdon and wrestler Grado were pictured at Turkiye Efes, a Turkish restaurant in Merchant City. The eatery posted a picture of the stars on Facebook, captioning
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Man hospitalised after assault
A man was taken to hospital after police were called to an assault and disturbance. 999 crews rushed to the Carmunnock Road area of Glasgow just after 9pm last night. A 40-year-old man was taken to hospital and an investigation is ongoing.
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Family of crash victim asked judge not to jail driver guilty of his death
The family of a road crash victim have urged a judge not to lock up the driver guilty of his death. Jay Morrison, 19, lost his life after his Vauxhall Corsa spun out of control before smashing into a lamp-post. Bill McKenzie, 21, admitted to
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Bomb squad called to burning van after 'suspect item' found
Several properties were evacuated as a bomb squad was called to a burning van. Emergency services were called to Benvue Road in Lennoxtown, around 11.20pm yesterday after reports of a van on fire. The flames were extinguished and no one was
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Train service disrupted ahead Taylor Swift concert
A train service was disrupted by a fault this morning as tens of thousands are heading to Taylor Swift's concert. ScotRail and Network Rail have warned customers that due to a problem with the power supply of the overhead wires at Haymarket, some
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Cops update after man found dead on Byres Road
Police shared an update after a man was found dead yesterday in Glasgow. As we reported at the time, emergency services were called to Byres Road at around 6.50am yesterday, after they were made aware of concern for a person. A 30-year-old
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Teen arrested as man hospitalised after being hit by car
A teenager was arrested and charged after a man was hit by a car in Johnstone. As we reported yesterday, 999 crews were called to Thorn Brae around 12.30am, following reports of an injured man. Today, the force revealed that a 17-year-old boy
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Most Glasgow schools 'very good' or 'good' after inspections
Most Glasgow schools have been given ‘very good’ and ‘good’ scores during recent inspections. Since September 2022, Education Scotland inspectors have rated 34 schools in the city up until March this year. Holyrood Secondary, Hampden Primary
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Further 37 people have private hire applications refused
Another 37 people have been refused permission to run their own private hire cars in Glasgow as the city has reached its limit. The city’s licensing committee turned down 38 applications for private hire car licences last week due to its over-provision
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Art installation promotes mental health at train station
A train carriage at Hamilton Central has been transformed into an interactive art installation. The piece is part of a community project to champion positive mental health. Located on platform one, the large-scale artwork titled is titled ‘
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Man driving without licence approved to be private hire driver
A man caught driving without insurance and a UK licence has been given permission to be a private hire driver. Glasgow’s licensing committee approved Samuil Losif Teglas’s application despite an objection from Police Scotland. They did issue
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Two former Glasgow schoolhouses could be sold to housing associations
Two former Glasgow schoolhouses could be sold to housing associations by the council. Talks over deals for buildings at the former Broomhill Primary and Gadburn School, Robroyston, are expected to be approved next week. Partick Housing Association
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Private hire driver who was driving carelessly in 'souped-up BMW' granted licence
A private hire driver who was fined after driving carelessly in a “souped-up BMW” has been granted a taxi licence. Glasgow’s licensing committee warned Sohail Nasir but agreed to allow him to drive taxis in the city — despite an objection from
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Lights to improve safety in Glasgow parks to be considered by council
Permanent lights are now being considered in Glasgow parks to improve safety following a “successful” trial. Pilot projects in Queen’s Park and Kelvingrove Park have found off-grid lighting columns are “feasible”, Glasgow City Council has said.
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Glasgow filmmakers on new 'family film' about Nessie shot in Scotland
“If you can’t believe in Nessie what can you believe in,” Robbie Moffat asks shortly after the release of his new film about the Loch Ness Monster. The filmmaker, who grew up in Pollokshaws, is director of the feature Nessie which was shot in
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Celtic fan was unable to walk for two days after she was by car
A YOUNG Celtic fan was unable to walk for two days after she was dragged along a supporters bus by a car. The 14-year-old suffered a hip injury after she was struck in Glasgow's Parkhead on November 5 2022. The schoolgirl had earlier attended
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Rangers legend unveils VR technology to help dementia sufferers
Football fans suffering from dementia can now relive big matches from yesteryear thanks to pioneering virtual reality technology launched at Hampden Park. The VR headsets project, the first of its kind in the UK, allows users to experience Scotland's
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Glasgow death notices and funeral announcements from the Glasgow Times
The Glasgow Times has published five death notices this week. Every week, the Glasgow Times publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice
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One of Glasgow's 'grandest' buildings is gone forever
It was one of the ‘grandest’ buildings in Glasgow, full of glamour and decadence – and yet it is gone forever. Yes, the Grand Hotel certainly lived up to its name when it opened at Charing Cross in 1878. The area was originally formed as part
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New shop launched as part of plan to 'put Paisley back on the tourism map'
The owner of Paisley’s biggest Facebook group has launched a new online shop to help promote and preserve the town’s rich heritage, marking the occasion with a historic performance. Gavin Divers set up the group Paisley Heritage in 2012, inspired