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Teen arrested after six people rescued from fire in top-floor flat
A teen has been arrested after six people were rescued from a fire at a flat. Emergency services were alerted to the blaze on the top floor of the high rise flats in the Highcoats area of Coatbridge at around 1.30pm on Monday. Ambulance crews
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Warning to drivers as bridge closed due to 'police incident'
UPDATE: The Erskine Bridge has reopened, police have confirmed. A major road near Glasgow has been closed in both directions due to a 'police incident'. Officers and emergency teams are currently at the Erskine Bridge amid an ongoing incident
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Ibrox legend to spend evening at Glasgow Rangers pub for special event
An Ibrox legend will spend an evening at a popular Glasgow Rangers pub. Club icon Mark Hateley is heading to Oswald's Bar in the city centre later this month for a special event. In what the bar promises is a 'night not to be missed', Mark
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Sir Rod Stewart visited this Glasgow pub 10 times in 18 months
Sir Rod Stewart loves this Glasgow pub so much, he visited it 10 times in 18 months. The 79-year-old legendary singer has a strong affinity with Scotland and Glasgow and is a die-hard Celtic fan. That's why we often see him popping up at various
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Andy Murray could have his own statue in grounds of Wimbledon
A statue in the grounds of Wimbledon could be on the cards for Sir Andy Murray after he retires as the tennis player weighs up playing singles at the competition for the final time. Wimbledon CEO Sally Bolton hinted that Sir Andy could join Fred
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Six people rescued from top-floor fire as emergency services work to make area safe
UPDATE HERE. SIX people have been rescued after a fire broke out on the top floor of a multi-story building in North Lanarkshire. Emergency services were alerted to a fire within a flat on the top floor of a multi-story building in Highcoats
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Popular photographer captures stunning photos of 'futuristic' Glasgow Subway trains
A popular photographer has captured stunning images of the new Glasgow Subway trains, as the old fleet has officially retired from service. Luke Agbaimoni, founder of the Tube Mapper Project, said it was a “pleasure” to visit the Subway, and that
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Legendary DJ's 'final message' before he died turned into new song
The 'final message' of a legendary DJ who died has been turned into a new song thanks to a Scots singer. Ross Ferguson has released a surprise tribute to his close friend and collaborator Mallorca 'Mall' Lee, who passed away in February at the
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See the Scottish spots named among the best UK city breaks for young families
TWO Scottish locations have been named among the best UK city breaks for young families this summer. The ranking looked at a number of factors including the average elevation, the safety of the area as well as the child-friendly activities nearby
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Memorabilia from set of popular Scottish show to be sold at auction
TWO pieces of memorabilia from a beloved Scottish TV series will go up for auction later this week. The show Monarch of the Glen aired from 2000 to 2005 and told the story of the fictional Scottish estate of Glenbogle as the MacDonald family tried
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'Amazing time': Special headset helped partially sighted P!NK fan enjoy gig
A partially sighted P!NK fan enjoyed the Hampden concert with audio description. Katrina Thomson bought her tickets before she knew the support was available as was astonished by how much it enhanced her experience. Through Audio Description
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Union slams hospitality firm over 'plans to cut 200 jobs in Scotland'
A TRADE union has slammed a hospitality giant following reports of plans to axe 200 jobs in Scotland. The Brewers Fayre is reportedly set to cut around 1500 jobs across the whole of the UK, with plans to shut more than 100 restaurants, despite
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Firm selects space near Glasgow for new Scottish base
An engineering firm has selected Maxim Park as their Scottish base for designing power utility products. Doble Engineering, a company that deals in power grid diagnostic solutions, selected the location after considering 19 properties in and around
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'Cost of living is horrendous': Clydebank residents speak ahead of election
AHEAD of the General Election on Thursday, July 4, we spoke to constituents in West Dunbartonshire to find out what issues matter most in the area. The election is likely to be a straight contest between the SNP and Labour candidates. (Image
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Man appears in court charged with murder after death of woman
A man has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of a woman in Glasgow's East End. Mark Keel appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday, July 1. The 32-year-old, of Glasgow, made no plea to a single charge of murder.
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'Extremely worrying': Hunt for thieves who stole ATM machine continues
A HUNT for thieves who stole an ATM machine from a shop in Renfrewshire is continuing. We previously reported that the Day-Today store, on Tandlehill Road in Kilbarchan, was targeted in the early hours of Friday morning. Cops were called
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Plans to build major housing development on site of former school
Early details of intentions to build a major housing development in Bishopbriggs have been published. East Dunbartonshire Council has published a Proposal of Application Notice on its website, signalling plans for 67 units of social housing to
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Three people found hiding in woods after police chase through Glasgow
Three people allegedly hid in the woods after a police chase through Glasgow. Officers in Easterhouse spotted a vehicle allegedly driving dangerously in the early hours of Monday morning. The car was pursued into the Coatbridge area where it
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Council hits out at vandals who torched primary school hut
West Dunbartonshire Council has hit out at vandals who deliberately set fire to a hut in a school playground. Emergency crews were called to a blaze at Kilbowie Primary School in Clydebank on Friday evening (June 28). Posting on Facebook, the
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Girl, 9, wins fourth Irish dancing title including world champion
A Clydebank girl has scooped up four titles - including world champion - for her "incredible" Irish dancing. Tegan Connolly, nine, from the town's Whitecrook, has become an international champion after taking part in competitions across Europe.
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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Glasgow Times
The Glasgow Times published 8 death notices last 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 pages
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Abandoned petrol station could be brought back to life
An abandoned Glasgow petrol station could be given a new life. A planning application for the reinstatement and refurbishment of the former Kings Park Service Station on Aikenhead Road. Plans reveal the surrounded by "commercial, recreational
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Three teenagers charged after fire at church hall
Three teenagers have been charged after a fire broke out at a church hall in Wishaw. 999 crews were called to the Loyola Centre in the town on Friday night to a report of a blaze. Firefighters extinguished the fire and no one was injured.
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Senior BBC Scotland figure is leaving the broadcaster after 11 years
A senior BBC figure is leaving the broadcaster after 11 years. BBC Scotland director Steve Carson will stand down after 7 years in Scotland and over a decade with the company overall. He told staff at the firm's headquarters in Glasgow on
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Established Glasgow club 'heartbroken' after being targeted in shocking incident
An established Glasgow club has been left 'heartbroken' after being targeted in a shocking incident. The team at Jeely Piece Club were devastated to discover their nursery garden had been vandalised over the weekend. Video footage shows equipment
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Meet the woman replacing Annie Lennox as Glasgow Caledonian's chancellor
A city university has revealed its new chancellor after singer Annie Lennox stepped down from the role last year. Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE is set to become the chancellor of Glasgow Caledonian University. The trailblazer in business, mathematics
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'The Velociraptor is so striking': Theme park to offer daily dinosaur show
An amusement park in North Lanarkshire is hosting free daily dinosaur shows to entertain children this summer. Running until August 11, M&D’s Scotland’s Theme Park promises a 'roaring time' with life-like dinosaurs including a star Velociraptor
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Haul of drugs, firearm and ammunition found in raid in Glasgow
Drugs worth thousands and a firearm were found during a raid in Glasgow. Officers searched addresses in Lendel Place in the Cessnock area and in Bankhall Street near Govanhill on Friday, June 28. There they recovered various Class A and B drugs
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Derelict site will be turned into flats for elderly people
A former Glasgow care home site will be turned into flats after a proposal was accepted. As we previously reported, the derelict site on Forfar Avenue, Cardonald, quickly became a hotspot for antisocial behaviour, prompting pleas from desperate
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Glasgow Clan reveal 'record-breaking' season tickets update
A record-breaking 1,700 Glasgow Clan season tickets were sold in just three weeks. The surge in ticket sales comes after last season’s success in attracting fans to Braehead Arena where 12 Clan games were sold out at the venue that seats 3,600
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Cold War Scotland exhibition to unveil East Kilbride bunker doors
Two steel blast doors from East Kilbride’s secret Cold War bunker will be unveiled for the first time in a new exhibition. The show named Cold War Scotland opens to the public next week at the National Museum of Scotland from July 13 until January
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Former Corrie star to play Rebus in the new play at Glasgow's Pavilion
A stage version of Rebus is set to come to Glasgow this September following a successful BBC TV series run. The stage production of Ian Rankin's Rebus: A Game Called Malice will see Gray O’Brien reprising the title role. Directing the show
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New fashion brand unveiled at shopping centre is a 'Glasgow first'
A new fashion brand has come to Glasgow for the 'first time'. New Zealand retailer Rodd & Gunn is a menswear brand which sells a range of linen blazers, wool coats, knitwear, polos, tailored shirts, hand-craft leather belts and footwear.
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Family launch urgent missing person appeal after man fails to return from holiday
A FAMILY from Glasgow have launched an urgent missing person appeal after a man failed to return home from holiday. Sam Kennedy was due to fly from Krakow, Poland, to Glasgow on Thursday, June 27 but his family have not heard from him since.
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Woman dies after mobility scooter hit by car
A WOMAN has died after her mobility scooter was struck by a car. We previously reported emergency services were called to Main Street, Baillieston, at around 2pm on Friday, June 28 following a report of a crash involving a white Ford Fiesta and
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Motorcyclist 'seriously injured' after crash on motorway
A MOTORCYCLIST has been left "seriously injured" following a crash on the M8. The incident happened at around 8.55pm on Sunday, June 30 at the on-slip road at Junction 25 at Braehead. The crash involved a red and white Yamaha R6 motorcycle
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'This was feral': Man jailed over savage street attack which killed Craig Watson
A thug who killed a stranger following a trivial comment - before going to a party was jailed on Monday for seven-and-a-half years. Robert Greig, 32, was part of a savage street attack on Craig Watson, 39, in Denniston in the early hours of April
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Delays expected as section of road to close for resurfacing works
DELAYS are expected as a section of road in Glasgow is set to be closed for resurfacing works. North Canal Bank Street, in the Port Dundas area, will be closed from Craighall Road to Pinkston Road for the works. They will take place from
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Pop icon announces Glasgow show on upcoming 25th anniversary tour
ANASTACIA has announced a Glasgow show on her upcoming 25th anniversary tour. The pop icon will perform at the Royal Concert Hall on April 25 next year as part of her European Not That Kind tour. The mammoth tour marks 25 years since the
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Man rushed to hospital after being hit by car
A MAN has been rushed to hospital after he was hit by a car in the city's West End. Emergency services were called to Great Western Road at around 10.34pm last night following a report of a crash involving a car and a pedestrian. A 36-year-old
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'Do not eat': Iceland issues warning to customers over 'health risk'
Iceland has issued a recall as customers have been warned not to eat a product which may be a possible health risk. The supermarket is recalling its Iceland 4 Golden Savoury Rice Steam Bags because they may contain crustaceans, fish, milk and molluscs
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'Check your change': The rare 50p sold for almost 1,000 times its face value
We are all being urged to check our change for a rare 50p coin after one sold for almost 1,000 times its face value at auction this week. The coin, a Kew Gardens 250th anniversary coin, sold for £490 on eBay. It is one of the Royal Mint’s rarest
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Drivers warned new AI cameras 'can spy inside' cars
Drivers have been warned that new AI cameras, which are being trialled by a number of UK police forces, can 'spy inside' cars. The new cameras, which use artificial intelligence, are being used by ten police forces across the country and could
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Energy price cap falls today but £155 rise expected to take effect in October
A drop in the energy price cap has taken place today (Monday, July 1) but the relief is set to be temporary as it is expected to go up again in October. Regulator Ofgem's new price cap for England, Wales and Scotland came into force on Monday,
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Drivers warned of new 'mandatory' speed limiters being fitted on cars this month
Drivers have been warned that their cars could be fitted with ‘mandatory’ speed limiters following a change to driving laws this month. A shift in EU driving rules will see the implementation of the speed limiters, and it has the potential to impact
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DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions. Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by
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'Housings the biggest crisis': Glasgow South West constituents speak before election
THE Glasgow Times is taking a look at the city's six constituencies ahead the General Election on Thursday, July 4. Glasgow South West is a new seat spreading from Govan down to Parkhouse and taking in Ibrox, Cessnock, Tradeston, Pollokshields,
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'She was brilliant': Actress Gaynor Faye honours her late mother with Glasgow show
When Gaynor Faye speaks of her latest theatre project, her voice doesn’t quite suggest life or death passion. But it very much underlines her commitment to honouring – and remembering the life of her late mum. Faye’s mum is Kay Mellor, one of the
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Green light given to plans for swimming pool and soft play
Full planning permission and listed building consent has now been secured for plans to create a hydrotherapy and wellness centre in a historic Barrhead building. An application was submitted in March 2023 to change the use of the former St Andrew
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Parking to be suspended near station this summer
Parking is to be suspended near Neilston railway station for up to five days this summer. The restriction will be in place on Station Road between properties number three and 31 on both sides and on McCulloch Way from its junction with Station
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Six-bedroom detached villa in Renfrewshire on market for £499,000
A spacious six-bedroom detached villa in Brookfield has hit the market for offers over £499,000. The sought-after Weirs Wynd estate by David Wilson Homes presents a mix of modern aesthetics, an excellent location, and a large family house.
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New warm hub is desperate for volunteers in Dennistoun
A new warm hub is desperate for volunteers in Dennistoun. Helpers are wanted to launch the community space which will offer a safe space for vulnerable families and individuals to come and get nutritious food. The Everlasting Foodbank is setting
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Glasgow's 7 prettiest and coolest streets well worth a stroll down
Glasgow is home to incredible cultural hotspots that are spread across the length and breadth of the city. From popular locations in the Southside to hidden spots in the West End, there is a lot to go and see. Whether you want a beautiful street
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'Sorely missed': Tributes to local legend 'Mr Parkhead'
A community mourns a Glasgow "legend" who dedicated his life to improving the East End. John Ferguson, known affectionately as Big Fergie, died in hospital on Monday. He was born in 1939 in Parkhead, where he lived all his life and was described
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'I have no faith council will fix road signs so I do it myself'
A Knightswood man claims he takes down “dangerous” damaged road signs himself - as “the council isn’t going to do it”. Gerald Hillan whose house looks out onto the roundabout on Alderman Road, said he “woke up and seen the sign swinging out onto
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Expensive sunroom extension at large Glasgow home refused permission
A sunroom extension at a large Glasgow home has been refused permission but a councillor says he doesn’t want to see it demolished. The future of the modern extension on Langside Drive is now up in the air as it was built in a way that was “completely
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Drivers face two weeks of road closures on busy Barrhead stretch
Drivers are facing two weeks of road closures on a busy stretch in Barrhead. During phase one of the works Carlibar Road will be shut from its junction with Dovecothall Street up to and including its junction across from Carlibar, Primary with
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'There is a housing crisis': Drumchapel residents call on council to make use of land
DRUMCHAPEL residents are calling on Glasgow City Council (GCC) to turn the site of an old school in the area into social housing. Summerhill Primary was destroyed in 2002 after a fire ripped through the building. It was eventually demolished
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Road to close during Scottish Water works - Here's when
A section of road next to Auchenback Community Park in Barrhead is to close next month. Arthurlie Avenue will be shut between its junctions with Burnbank Drive and Aurs Glen on Monday, July 15 between 9am and 6pm. The closure will allow for
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Clydebank street to close for almost three months
Road works are to close a street in Clydebank for almost three months. Hume Street will shut in order for facilitating works to take place. West Dunbartonshire announced the closure on their website. The closure will commence on Monday,
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Scottish colleges and lecturers deserve a fair deal
NOT everyone does well at secondary school, for a range of reasons: difficult personal circumstances, challenging family experiences or perhaps the timing wasn’t right when it came to sitting exams. Colleges of Further Education (FE) provide a
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Army nurse Karen provides life-changing support
Nurse Karen knows all about the issues veterans and their families face – as she is a veteran herself. After dedicating 40 years to caring for soldiers and their families as an Army nurse, Karen is still looking after the Armed Forces community
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Glasgow's new top cop on youth violence, road deaths and title parties
GLASGOW’S new top cop has revealed that tackling youth violence is a main priority along with reducing the number of lives lost on the city’s roads. Lynn Ratcliff spoke exclusively with the Glasgow Times about the challenges the city is facing