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Three cases of voter impersonation fraud investigated at Glasgow election count
POLICE are investigating three possible cases of voter impersonation at Glasgow polling stations. The council was alerted to four cases and three are being investigated further. Police have asked for one ballot paper to be extracted from a
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General Election: Exit Poll puts Labour on course for historic victory
The Exit Poll as voting closed in the General Election suggests a Labour landslide across the UK with Keir Starmer becoming Prime Minister with a huge majority. The poll for the BBC, ITV and Sky put Labour on 410 seats with the Tories suffering
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Scots musical star awarded honorary doctorate
A Scots musical star has been presented with an honorary doctorate from the University of West of Scotland (UWS). Benny Gallagher, one half of the famous musical duo Gallagher and Lyle, received the award at a ceremony held in Paisley Abbey on
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Police probe launched after 'unexplained' death of woman at property
POLICE are investigating the "unexplained" death of a woman at a property in Lanark. Officers were called to the Aitken Place area of the town at around 7.30pm on Wednesday following reports of a woman taking unwell. Emergency services attended
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Crash on busy Glasgow motorway prompts emergency response
A CRASH on a busy Glasgow motorway has prompted an emergency response. 999 crews are said to have responded to the scene on the M8 westbound at junctions 11 (Stepps) and 12 (Riddrie) shortly before 7pm on Thursday. Traffic Scotland announced
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999 response after reports of 'person with weapon' on residential street
POLICE descended on a residential street in Glasgow’s East End following reports of a person ‘with a weapon’. We previously reported that officers were pictured in the Onslow Road area of Dennistoun on Thursday afternoon. Cops confirmed they
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'Incorrect voting instructions' removed from Glasgow polling station after 'error'
VOTERS at a polling station in the West End of Glasgow were met with posters displaying 'incorrect instructions' for their ballot this morning, it has been revealed. People turning up to vote at the station within Notre Dame Primary School encountered
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Section of busy motorway closed after three-vehicle crash
DRIVERS are being warned that a section of a busy Glasgow motorway is closed following a crash. Amey South-West Trunk Roads announced the closure on X, formerly Twitter, at around 4.30pm on Thursday, July 4. Lane one and the hard shoulder
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Glasgow man traced after failing to return home from holiday
A Glasgow man who failed to return home from a holiday to Poland has been traced after a week, police have said. Sam Kennedy was due to fly from Krakow to Glasgow on Thursday, June 27 however his family did not hear from him. Last week, his
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Renfrew's pipe band competition to return this month
The Renfrew Pipe Band Competition is to make its return this month. The event is to take place from 11.30am to 5pm on Saturday, July 20 at Robertson Park. The contest will see the location come alive with pipe bands from across Scotland and
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Award-winning Paisley writer calls for celebration of Scottish working class food
An award-winning food writer from Paisley has called for a celebration of Scottish food after his article on morning rolls won a prestigious national prize. Lifelong Paisley resident Peter Gilchrist believes Scottish cuisine has gained an unfair
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Woman in hospital after falling near Loch Lomond
A woman is in hospital after falling at a rocky area near Loch Lomond. Emergency services responded to a call that a woman had fallen near Balmaha Pier on Wednesday, July 3 at around 4.30pm. The Loch Lomond Rescue Boat was dispatched at the
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Temporary traffic lights to be installed on busy Clydebank road next week
TEMPORARY four-way traffic lights will be installed on a busy road in Dalmuir next week for up to three days From Monday, July 8 the lights will be in operation on Dumbarton Road at its junction with Mountblow Road to ensure valve works can be
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'Constantly on edge': Clydebank man's domestic sentence is 'lenient', says victim
A WOMAN has hit out at the "leniency" of domestic abuse convictions in Scotland after a Clydebank man avoided jail. Stuart Douglas, 39, was placed on a community payback order at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on June 13 and must complete 225 hours of
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Calls for action as report finds significant decline in Glasgow city centre
Glasgow's city centre has significantly declined over the past 10 years, a new draft report has found, with a number of recommendations to revive commerce. It has previously been reported that there were 410,000 fewer visitors in May compared with
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Historic pub brought to market as landlady steps down after more than 30 years
A new tenant is sought for a famous Scottish pub known as a centre of the Gaelic community after its landlady stood down after more than three decades. The pub is “an institution serving the residents, tourists, and the wider Gaelic community”,
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Plans revealed to extend major hotel in Glasgow’s East End
A planning application to extend a major hotel in Glasgow’s East End has been submitted to Glasgow City Council. Walsingham Planning has been instructed by the Premier Inn Glasgow East Hotel Calderpark Terrace to submit proposals that would provide
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Man reported after 'up to £1k of drugs recovered during raid'
A MAN has been reported after police allegedly discovered drugs worth up to £1000 during a raid in Glasgow's Southside. Officers carried out a drug search warrant in Cardonald on Wednesday morning. Cops say they allegedly recovered a quantity
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Southside is overtaking West End as best place to live says councillor
Glasgow’s Southside is fast overtaking the West End in popularity according to a city councillor. Newlands was rated recently as one of the best places to live in the UK according to the Sunday Times. Newlands SNP councillor Sean Ferguson said
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School menus set to change in Glasgow with more beans
School menus are set to change in Glasgow to serve more bean dishes to children. Meal options in secondary schools will change in August and in primaries in April next year to “pack more beans” in, a council meeting heard last week. Plans are
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Police descend on residential street in Glasgow's East End
POLICE have descended on a residential street in Glasgow's East End. Officers have been pictured on Onslow Road in Dennistoun at around 1.35pm on Thursday, July 4. (Image: Newsquest Staff) (Image: Newsquest staff) (Image: Newsquest
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Overnight closures on busy Glasgow motorway extended
OVERNIGHT closures on a busy Glasgow motorway have been extended. We previously reported that the westbound M8 between junctions 18 (Charing X) and 16 (Craighall) would be closed from June 23 to August 2 from 10pm to 6am each night excluding Friday
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Restaurant mysteriously closes sparking questions about sign
A restaurant mysteriously closed sparking questions about a sign outside of it. Monterey Jack's has shut the doors to its East Kilbride branch. The American dining eatery left a sign outside saying the closure was only temporary, but locals
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Drivers warned of upcoming closures in and around Glasgow retail park
DRIVERS are being warned of closures set to be in place in and around a Glasgow retail park later this month. Scottish Water confirmed it is about to begin a ‘key phase of a crucial project’ to support the development of thousands of new homes
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Fatboy Slim to perform at record store hours before Glasgow concert
Fatboy Slim will perform at a Glasgow record store just hours before his concert. Assai Records on Sauchiehall Street will welcome the legendary DJ to their venue on Saturday, July 20. The disc jockey, whose real name is Norman Cook, will be
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'Stick your job up your a**e': Man called company director a 'fenian a***hole'
A BIGOT hurled sectarian abuse at his company’s directors after he resigned. Christopher Innes, 38, made the comments towards Bernard and Sean Corrigan on June 3, 2022. Innes left his employment at Bernard's fishmonger firm in Glasgow city
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'Cherished' Glasgow pub owned by Celtic legend up for sale after 33 years
A Glasgow pub owned by a late Celtic legend has been put up for sale after 33 years. Former Hoops forward Harry Hood bought The Croft in 1978 and it took ten years to secure planning permission to turn it into a pub in an initially 'dry' area
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Four men to stand trial in Police Scotland's only unsolved murder case
FOUR suspects are to stand trial accused of murdering a man in 2019. Raymond Platt, 54, Craig Colquhoun, 38, Robert Park, 68, Joseph McCulloch, 49, allegedly attacked Anthony Ferns in Crebar Street, Thornliebank. Prosecutors state the 33-year-old
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Paolo Nutini tribute unveiled at his family's chippy in new 'Walk of Fame'
A special tribute to Paolo Nutini has been unveiled outside his family's chippy as part of a new Hollywood-style Walk of Fame. Paisley has become inundated with stone slabs as a special tribute to some of our favourite locals, dubbed the Buddie
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I saw The Wizard of Oz at the King's - and I want to bottle up the show's magic
Verdict: Five stars. Every so often you watch something on stage which is so magical you wish you could bottle up the feeling the show created and take it with you. That is the musical version of The Wizard of Oz in a nutshell, it's simply
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Police investigating report of robbery at Rangers shop in Glasgow
Police are investigating a robbery which took place at a Rangers shop in Glasgow. The incident is said to have occurred at the club gift shop within New Edmiston House on Wednesday. The force confirmed that they had received a report of a robbery
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Mum issues warning to parents after toddler's 'freak' burns on kitchen flooring
A mum has issued a warning to other parents over “trendy” kitchen floors, after the slate baked in the hot weather and burned the sole of her toddler’s foot. Romain Woolhouse was having his nappy changed at his gran's house when he wriggled free
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GMB viewers mock 'p***take' voter ID question for 2024 General Election
Viewers of Good Morning Britain have mocked a question relating to voter ID that was posed on the day of the 2024 General Election. Presenters Kate Garrway and Adi Ray were discussing voter ID on the ITV programme, but a viewer question that was
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How you might be owed cash if your supermarket delivery is late
Many Brits are unaware that they could be owed refunds if their supermarket delivery is late. Consumer group Which? has recently shared that if you've paid for a "special delivery" or your order arrives at your door "later than agreed" you can
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EastEnders legend to return to Albert Square after 20 years of jail time
The BBC has confirmed that EastEnders legend Chrissie Watts will be returning to the soap after almost 20 years of jail time. Watts, played by actress Tracey-Ann Oberman will return in the role this autumn for a short stint on the soap, after only
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The 15 foods you can safely eat when they've gone out of date
While you might often check the expiry date of your favourite foods, sometimes it can be fine to eat them when they've gone out of date. To help cut down on unnecessary food waste, Brits are being encouraged to eat foods that have gone past their
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What time do the polls close today? All to know for 2024 General Election
The 2024 General Election is now upon us, with millions of people set to head to the polls on Thursday, July 4. Rishi Sunak will be hoping to maintain a majority for the Conservative Party in government, whilst Keir Starmer is looking to get Labour
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General Election 2024: Do I need ID to vote?
As millions of us head to polling stations to cast our vote at today's General Election, it is important to remember ID so that you can make your voice heard. For the first time at a UK General Election, voters in England, Wales and Scotland will
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Warning for Blue Badge users 'as driver or passengers' given 10-week notice
UK Blue Badges drivers and passengers have been issued a 10-week warning. According to the government website, there is a current 12-week wait for applications to be processed. The permits last three years and are not renewed automatically.
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LIVE Labour clean sweep in Glasgow
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Travel agent plans to revamp three of its stores in and around Glasgow
A travel agent has announced plans to revamp three of its stores in and around Glasgow as part of a £250,000 investment. Barrhead Travel is going to transform its shops at the Forge Shopping Centre in the city's East End, in Newton Mearns and
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Glasgow homes left in darkness after being hit by power cut
Glasgow homes have been left in darkness after being hit by a power cut this morning. A power cut is affecting residents in the G42 postcode area of Glasgow which generally covers the Southside areas of Govanhill, Battlefield and Rutherglen.
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Glastonbury act announces Glasgow show as part of new arena tour
A Glastonbury act is coming to Glasgow as part of a new arena tour. London Grammar is fresh off the stage at the popular music festival in Somerset last weekend, but they're showing no signs of taking a break. The indie pop trio is embarking
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Scottish band coming to Glasgow for 'intimate' concert at city club
A Scottish band is coming to Glasgow to play an 'intimate' concert in a city nightclub. Twin Atlantic has announced two shows in their home country as a 'surprise' for fans. The Heart and Soul hitmakers, who are from Glasgow, will perform at
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Widow of Celtic legend Tommy Burns has died as tributes pour in
Tributes have been paid as the widow of Celtic legend Tommy Burns has died. Reports suggest Rosemary Burns, 69, passed away after falling ill on a Jet2 plane on July 3. The aircraft was diverted mid-air to Cork in Ireland after declaring an
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Paul Sweeney: Today is your opportunity to vote for change in Glasgow
After a long election campaign, the polls have finally opened. You are presented with a simple choice when you go into the polling station: more of the same with the SNP and Tories – or change for the better under a Labour government. The last
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Drug dog found cocaine and ketamine in man's car
A drug dog found cocaine and ketamine in a man's car. Cops stopped Humza Beg's vehicle around 5.50pm on June 17, 2023, on Beverly Road in Newlands. As officers approached, they detected a strong smell of cannabis and a drug dog was required
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Historic Glasgow hub fears rising costs will badly affect its services
A Glasgow hub is pleading for donations to keep the lights on. Maryhill Burgh Halls is run by a small local charity, which provides spaces to rent, runs a cafe, hosts events, and exhibitions and more. Now, workers are asking members of the
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Creep masturbated at his window in front of child
A CREEP masturbated at his window in front of a child. Ryan Gibson was seen performing the sex act on two separate occasions at his Rutherglen home on May 20 and June 12 last year. On the first occasion, the 20-year-old was seen by a 14-year-old
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'You are lying c**ts, you don’t give a f**k': Man emailed housing association
A Glasgow man sent abusive emails to his housing association. Between November 3 and 11, 2023, Ewen Cameron sent several messages to Glasgow Housing Association. In one, he stated: “You are lying b******s. You don’t give a f**k about your customers
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Here's how much owners are paid for homeless hotels in Glasgow
The owners of hotels used for homeless people in Glasgow have seen their income from the council increase by millions of pounds in the last year. Glasgow City Council uses 30 hotels to provide emergency accommodation for people who are homeless
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Last chance to grab special offer tickets for Circus Extreme in Glasgow!
Circus Extreme is thrilled to be back in Scotland as part of its 2024 world tour. A one-of-a-kind performance, that features some of the most talented performers in the world. Merging modern and contemporary styles with extreme stunts and classic