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Huge new 29,000 square-foot Ford dealership opens in Glasgow
A huge new 29,000-square-foot Ford dealership has opened in Glasgow. TrustFord unveiled the latest dealership at 21 Napier Road, Hillington Park on Tuesday, June 18. The state of the art facility covers almost 4 acres, including showroom and
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Glasgow Wetherspoons reveals plans to try to open hotel
A Glasgow Wetherspoons has unveiled plans to try to open a hotel above the bar. The Crystal Palace on Jamaica Street in the city centre could put forward plans to the council for hotel rooms in the space directly above its bar. JD Wetherspoon
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Legendary actor Donald Sutherland dies aged 88 after 'long illness'
Legendary actor Donald Sutherland has died at the age of 88. The Canadian has passed away after “a long illness”, his agent confirmed on Thursday, June 20. Born in 1935, Sutherland was known for roles including M*A*S*H, The Hunger Games, Ad
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Plans to build 'trailblazing' new Monklands hospital approved by council
Plans to build a 'trailblazing' new hospital in place of Monklands have taken another step. A vision to replace University Hospital Monklands with a new facility has been met with approval of the project’s planning application at a council meeting
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Car with 'bad drivers club' sticker clocked 'driving 112mph' in Glasgow
A car with a 'bad drivers' club' sticker was allegedly clocked driving 112mph on the motorway in Glasgow. Glasgow road cops were on the M74 recently when a vehicle caught their eye. As well as the 'bad drivers' club' sticker, another appeared
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Severely ill man's mouldy flat to be partially stripped out amid court case
A man with severe mould allergy and health issues will have his kitchen and bathroom replaced, his landlord agreed. We previously reported that Alex Gordon has been in an ongoing dispute with Wheatley Homes for over ten years. He has letters
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'Superb report': Joy for East Kilbride school after inspection visit
A YOUNG football superfan celebrating Scotland's men's team getting to the Euros had even more reasons to cheer this week. His school scored too, after inspectors delivered a “superb report” following a recent visit. Three-year-old Caiden Kondol
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'He's going to kill me': Man poured cleaning fluid on friend and turned on gas supply
A man poured cleaning fluid on a woman and turned on the gas supply to a cooker in a terrifying abduction. Patrick Kelly, 46, held friend Caitlin Brown at a flat in Glasgow's Kinning Park on February 17, 2017. Kelly barricaded the front door
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'Everyone's been waiting': Silverburn confirms return of popular event
Silverburn has revealed a popular event is set to return to the shopping centre. The Pollok shopping centre confirmed that its indoor beach event Flamingo Beach will be back at the venue from Monday, June 24. As well as being a fun experience
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Needle disposal bin collects more than 5000 items in first six months
A SECURE disposal bin that was installed in the city centre to reduce drug-related litter saw more than 5000 items deposited in its first six months. The needle drop box, the first of its kind in the city, is located on New Wynd near the busiest
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Mentor scheme in Glasgow schools to have its budget cut
A Glasgow mentoring service for schools will see its budget cut, with headteachers expected to use money from other funding to maintain full-time staff in secondary schools. SNP and Scottish Greens councillors voted to reduce the level of funding
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'Dirty fenian f***ers': Man blasted loud music and shouted abuse at night
A man played loud music from his home and hurled a sectarian slur late at night. Craig Abbott, 41, made the vile comment from his home in Glasgow's Castlemilk on September 18, 2023. The city's Sheriff Court heard that a neighbour heard "loud
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'Young people are let down': Glasgow North East speak out ahead of General Election
The Glasgow Times is taking a look at the six constituencies in the city ahead of the General Election on July 4. The constituency contains two Glasgow City Council wards in full: Dennistoun and Springburn and Robroyston; and also partially covers
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Two indie rock bands coming to Glasgow together on new co-headlining tour
Two indie rock bands are coming to Glasgow together on a new co-headlining tour. The Postal Service and Death Cab for Cutie will visit the city's OVO Hydro for their landmark 20th anniversary Give Up Transatlanticism tour on August 23, 2024.
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Man 'fell off the wagon' and was caught with machete outside flats
A man caught with a machete outside a block of flats was jailed today for 14 months. John Stewart, 37, was found with the weapon in Glasgow's Great Western Road on November 18, 2023. The city's Sheriff Court heard that the concierge heard shouting
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Search for man 'not seen or heard from' for days
A search is underway for a Cumbernauld man 'not seen or heard from' for days. Gary Ledingham was last seen on Sunday, June 16. Concerns are growing for the welfare of the 37-year-old and officers are now searching for him. Gary Ledingham
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Swinney apologises after man left in Glasgow hospital 'storage room' following stroke
First Minister John Swinney has apologised to patients who have faced treatment in hospital corridors. At First Minister’s Questions today, Mr Swinney was questioned by Anas Sarwar after the Labour leader said overcrowding in Scotland’s emergency
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I'm Hungarian and here are our six football connections to Scotland
This Sunday, Scotland will face Hungary in the Euro group stage. As a Hungarian living and working in Glasgow, I was curious to see what football history we share. So, ahead of this clash, which will decide the fate of both teams in this competition
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Young duo arrested after man found seriously injured on East End street
Two young men were arrested after a 19-year-old was found seriously injured on a Glasgow street. Police and ambulance workers were called to Loretto Street, Cranhill, after reports of a seriously hurt man, around 3pm on Friday, May 31. He was
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Man arrested and hospitalised after cops called to disturbance
A man was arrested and taken to hospital after emergency crews were called to a residential Glasgow area. As we reported earlier, police, firefighters and ambulance workers were alerted of a disturbance at Wester Common Drive in Possilpark.
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Dubai retailer loved by Rangers stars to open first UK store in Glasgow
A Dubai retailer loved by Rangers stars is set to open its first UK store in Glasgow. Suited and Booted was launched in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2017 by entrepreneurs Ryan Smith and Calvin Smith, who are from Ayrshire and Edinburgh respectively
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Man ordered to pay thousands after cops discover huge haul of cash in van
A man convicted of hiding a haul of unaccounted-for cash in a van has been ordered to pay back £60k. In March 2022, Andrew Early pleaded guilty along with a co-accused to concealing £30,020 in the vehicle. The 38-year-old received a community
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999 crews descend on residential street in north Glasgow
999 crews have descended on a residential street in north Glasgow amid an 'incident'. Police, firefighters and ambulances have been called to Wester Common Drive in the city's Possilpark on Thursday afternoon. Images from the Glasgow Times
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Glasgow roads to be closed to allow hit crime drama to be filmed
Several Glasgow roads will be closed to allow a hit crime drama to be filmed. Filming for Shetland is set to take place across the city next month. It is understood TV crews will flock to Mansfield Street in the West End on Sunday, July 14,
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Scottish Greens vow wealth tax and stop on subsidies for fossil fuels in manifesto
The Scottish Green party have outlined plans for a wealth tax and a stop on all subsidies for fossil fuels as they launched their General Election manifesto today. In the 56-page manifesto, the Greens outline plans for a wealth tax on the richest
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Historic Glasgow building to reopen after £4 million transformation project
An historic Glasgow library is set to reopen after a £4 million transformation project. Elder Park Library and Community Hub will welcome visitors through its new-and-improved doors from Monday, June 24. The upgrades include a full refurbishment
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Glasgow bus service disrupted due to police incident
A Glasgow bus service has been disrupted due to a police incident. First Glasgow has said its service M3 is being diverted due to a situation on Wester Common Drive in the city's North. The service is being diverted via Panmure Street, Stonend
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999 crews raced to 'disturbance' at Glasgow leisure park
A woman has been arrested after an 'incident' at a Glasgow leisure park. Police say they were called to an alleged disturbance at Springfield Quay in the city. The force was alerted to the incident shortly after 6.30pm on Wednesday, June 19
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Glasgow care home residents compete in walking football
Care home residents in Govan channelled their inner footballers to face off against rival teams from in and around Glasgow. The Florence House residents' weekly walking football tournament at Toryglen Football Centre came ahead of Scotland's match
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Asda launches 'Nanzones' for elderly fans to enjoy footie together
Asda has launched football fan zones for elderly people to enjoy this summer's biggest football tournament together. The initiative comes as new research revealed that more than 1.9 million individuals over 65 will be watching the matches alone
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Woman rushed to hospital after 'incident' in Glasgow
A woman was rushed to hospital after an 'incident' at a Glasgow property. Police say they were called to a home in Knightswood after receiving a report of an alleged assault. The incident took place at around 8.30pm on Wednesday, June 19.
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Cops swoop on property on busy street
Cops have swooped on a property in North Lanarkshire. Police say they are currently carrying out a search under warrant at a premises on Old Edinburgh Road in Viewpark. It is unclear why officers are searching a property in the area. READ
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Jet2 to offer 'once-in-a-lifetime' trips from Glasgow Airport
An airline has announced the return of its winter flights to a popular destination from Glasgow Airport. Jet2 and Jet2CityBreaks have revealed details of their 'once-in-a-lifetime' trips to Iceland for Winter 2025/2026. The programme will see
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Get aboard Waverley this summer for magical pirates, Princesses and superheroes days
Calling all young adventurers! Paddle Steamer Waverley invites all pirates, princesses, and superheroes to step aboard for an unforgettable day of fun and excitement. Mark your calendars for Sunday July 7, or Friday July 26, and prepare for a magical
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Train services disrupted due to 'cow on the line'
Train services in Renfrewshire are being disrupted due to a 'cow on the line'. ScotRail said they have received a report of an animal on the line between Lochwinnoch and Howwood. Due to this, trains running through the area are running at a
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The Traitors and Love Island stars among Celebrity MasterChef lineup
The Celebrity MasterChef lineup has been announced with the likes of Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby, soap actress Danielle Harold and Steps member Ian “H” Watkins among those preparing to cook up a storm. Judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace
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Fans bewildered after Elon Musk reviews Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone beer
In a surprising turn of events, multi-billionaire-gazillionaire Elon Musk has reviewed Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone beer. The former Top Gear host is famously a beer lover who created his very own lager, Hawkstone, using ingredients from his Diddly
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Scientists reveal 'cheap' and 'easy' exercise to stop recurring lower back pain
Walking regularly could be a "cheap" and "easy" way to prevent recurring lower back pain, according to a new trial. A new study has shown that patients who went for daily strolls had fewer flare-ups than those who did not. Scientists reported
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'Striking' new stamps released to mark Red Arrows' 'milestone' 60th season
A set of "striking" new stamps have been released to mark the "milestone" 60th display season of the Red Arrows. The eight stamps feature the Red Arrows' trademark red, white and blue trails in the sky. The iconic aerobatics display team are
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These are the 7 gardening jobs you need to be doing before June ends
Summer is almost here which means we have some work to do to get our gardens ready this month. From planting summer flower beds to watering hanging baskets, there are plenty of jobs to do before the sunshine (hopefully) arrives. Those wishing
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Pair rushed to hospital after smash on Glasgow's M8
Two men have been rushed to hospital after a smash on Glasgow's M8. We reported how 999 crews raced to a crash on the motorway's eastbound carriageway at Junction 26 (Hillington Interchange) shortly after 7pm on Wednesday, June 19. Police say
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Several roads in Glasgow to be closed for big event next week
Several roads in Glasgow are set to be closed for a big event next week. The roads will be shut due to American rock band Green Day's gig at Bellahouston Park in the Southside. The concert will take place on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The
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Incident on Glasgow's M8 sparked 999 response
999 crews rushed to an incident on Glasgow's M8 motorway last night. Police say the road's eastbound carriageway was forced to close just before Junction 26 (Hillington Interchange) following a collision. The force says the crash involved a
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Primary pupils host homebuilder experts to learn about health and safety
Pupils at a North Lanarkshire school were taught how to be safe around construction sites by a local homebuilder. Staff from Persimmon West Scotland visited St Barbara’s Primary School, in Muirhead, which is located along the road to its Royale
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Our students and lecturers deserve better - and Scotland deserves better
General Election fever is high in Glasgow just now, but there is something else happening in our city that could change the future of hundreds of our young people and students. Our colleges are on strike and are a glaring testament to the SNP government
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Watch The View celebrate Scotland's Euros goal as the Hydro erupts
The View frontman Kyle Falconer launched into the national anthem at the Hydro after Scotland scored the opener in their Euros match against Switzerland tonight. The Dundee outfit’s support set was in full swing during the match when Scott McTominay