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Woman, 28, in hospital after being hit by bus in Glasgow as cops issue update
A 28-year-old woman is in hospital after being hit by a bus in Glasgow today. We previously reported that a pedestrian was rushed to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital following a collision, which took place on Castle Street. Cops locked
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Glasgow threatened with bin strikes this summer after pay deal rejected
Glasgow has been threatened with bin strikes this summer after a pay deal was rejected. Union workers are being ‘grossly undervalued’ compared with UK council counterparts, according to Unite. A committee for local government workers has now
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Top cop hits out after personal trainer caught with £900k drugs haul
A top cop has hit out after a personal trainer was caught with a £900,000 drugs haul last year. We previously reported that William Paterson, 35, threw the box of cocaine from a car window during a high-sped police chase around the north of Glasgow
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Ex-Rangers & Aberdeen defender David Bates set for Standard Liege move
David Bates is about to join the tenth club of his career. The former Rangers defender boasts a nomadic CV that's seen him pile his trade in Germany, England and Belgium by the age of 27. He's been at K.V. Mechelen since September 2022, after
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'It is not a surprise': Councillors hit out after hotel catches fire again
TWO Dumbarton councillors say they are "not surprised" after the second fire in less than a month at a derelict building in the area. Firefighters were called to fight the blaze within the site of the former Dumbuck Hotel on Sunday evening.
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New laws will prevent under-18s being sent to young offenders institutions
New laws are set to come into force which will prevent under-18s from being sent to young offenders institutions. Natalie Don, minister for children and young people, said plans were “moving at pace” to make sure the change is brought in “as soon
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'Disaster' 18-storey student block approved despite local uproar
A student aparthotel labelled by locals as a "disaster" has been approved in Glasgow city centre. As we reported in April last year, plans were submitted for the demolition of the building at the corner of Cambridge Street and Renfrew Street.
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Can you spot yourself in these fantastic pictures from Glasgow park festival?
Thousands of people flocked to Alexandra Park to enjoy the first of two free festivals in Glasgow’s East End. Families enjoyed a fantastic day out at the event, which was organised by Platform in Easterhouse. (Image: Iain McLean) Festival-goers
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'Avoid the area': Warning issued following police incident near M8
Cops have issued a warning to motorists amid an ongoing incident near Glasgow's M8. Castle Street, near the Glasgow Royal Infirmary, is closed in both directions from Glebe Street to Warnock Street and the M8 Junction 15 eastbound slip road is
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Police deal with ongoing incident near Glasgow's Royal Infirmary
A pedestrian has been hit by a bus in Glasgow city centre near the Royal Infirmary. Police were on the scene at Castle Street following the collision today, where the condition of the pedestrian is unknown. Specialist traffic officers have
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Councillor launches bid for permanent AC/DC memorial in Glasgow
A councillor is to launch a campaign for a permanent memorial to AC/DC in Glasgow. Thomas Kerr, leader of the Conservative Group on Glasgow City Council, will put forward a motion at the next meeting of the full council for a lasting tribute to
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Brother of Scottish man imprisoned in India makes plea to foreign secretary
The brother of a Scottish man imprisoned in India has urged Foreign Secretary David Lammy to use a trip to India to call for his release. Jagtar Singh Johal, from Dumbarton, was in Punjab in northern India for his wedding in 2017 when his family
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Historic Glasgow school will be turned into flats
A historic Glasgow school will be turned into flats after plans were approved. The Glasgow Times reported in September 2023 that a planning application was submitted to transform the former Allan Glen's School and the current Phoenix Centre.
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Busy motorway to close overnight for two consecutive weekends - Here's when
Glasgow's M8 is set to close overnight for two consecutive weekends. Due to essential repairs on Cornwall Street and Kirkwood Street Footbridges, the M8 will be closed in both directions from Junction 21 (Seaward Street) to Junction 23 (Ibrox)
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Tunnock's boss shares vintage vehicle passion ahead of Bridgeton open day
BAKERY boss Sir Boyd Tunnock has fond memories of travelling to school in Glasgow. The young Allan Glen’s pupil would hop on a bus, little knowing that one day, his company – famous for the world over for its teacakes and more - would sponsor advertisements
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Woman arrested in connection with probe into former funeral directors
A WOMAN has been arrested in connection with a probe into a former funeral directors. Officers executed search warrants at residential properties in Springburn and Bishopbriggs on Monday, July 22. Police confirmed a 55-year-old woman has
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New app offers interactive trails at Drumpellier Country Park
Visitors can now find new ways to explore Drumpellier Country Park thanks to a free mobile app. The interactive Visit DCP app, developed by Brilliant Trails, maps out three different walking routes and uses GPS to provide users with information
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Chef creates book after fearing mum's Alzheimer's diagnosis would see recipes lost
A Glasgow chef is collecting favourite recipes from people living with dementia for a charity cookbook. Marc Mazoyer, 40, was inspired by his 72-year-old mother Therese who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease last year. Therese, from Bearsden
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Glasgow woman stuck in 'grim' hotel after flight home delayed twice
A Glasgow woman was stuck in a 'grim' hotel after her flight home was delayed twice. Kimberley Craig was set to fly Edinburgh from Dalaman in Turkey on Saturday night when her easyJet flight was delayed, resulting in her being 'abandoned' in a
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Vigilante group live-streamed and caught perv who was talking to 13-year-old
A pervert who chatted sexually with a girl he believed was 13 and was snared in a shopping centre avoided jail on Monday. Jonathan Kimmet, 46, was stopped by a vigilante group who live streamed the capture in Glasgow's Drumchapel. Kimmet had
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Brentford boss Thomas Frank explains why he took Scotland international on trial
Stuart Armstrong could have a chance to play his football in the English Premier League next season, despite being released by newly promoted Southampton. The former Dundee United and Celtic midfielder has been on trial with Brentford over the
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Have you spotted the giant whale at Glasgow Fort? Here is what its about
A massive life-sized whale will appear at a Glasgow shopping centre on Wednesday. Visitors are invited to step into the whale's stomach at Glasgow Fort on July 24 for a free engaging storytelling session about the environment and ocean. The
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Man accused of assaulting pair and police officer at Madness Hydro gig
A man will stand trial accused of assaulting two people and a police officer at a Madness gig. David Greenwood, 45, allegedly committed the attacks at Glasgow's Hydro arena on December 1 2023. Court papers state Greenwood, of Irvine, North
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Speed limit to be permanently reduced on busy road from next month
The speed limit will be permanently reduced on a busy road from next month. Part of Ayr Road will be cut from 40mph to 30mph to improve safety after a “high number” of crashes resulting in injuries were recorded over five years. We previously
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'Fascinated': 'Rare species' spotted in River Clyde
A 'rare species' has been spotted in the River Clyde. Last week a seal was seen swimming around the river and eating a fish. READ NEXT: Toilet block at heart of Glasgow park given new lease of life The amazing pictures were captured by
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90s pop group coming to Glasgow for the first time in 15 years
A hit 90s pop dance group is coming to Glasgow for their first show in 15 years. D:Ream will visit the city's BaAD venue to perform on Saturday, September 14. It comes fresh after their set from Glastonbury a few weeks ago, Glasgow fans can
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First look at what could replace former O2 ABC
The first images of what could replace Glasgow's O2 ABC have been revealed. The popular music venue was badly damaged in the Glasgow School of Art fire in June 2018 and the building has lain empty since. As we reported at the beginning of the
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Range Rover nicked from East End street
A probe has been launched after a 'plush car' was stolen from a street in Glasgow's East End. Officers confirmed that they received reports of the theft at around 12.15pm on Sunday, July 21. According to social media reports a Range Rover
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Two important Glasgow projects receive huge cash boost
A number of Glasgow space projects have received millions of pounds in funding from the UK Government. Scottish Secretary Ian Murray announced that Scotland’s “burgeoning” space sector is to receive a funding boost worth almost £11m. READ
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Glasgow Life Museums head steps down after nine years
The head of Glasgow Life Museums and Collections is calling it a day after nine years. Duncan Dornan was senior museums manager before becoming head of Glasgow Life Museums in 2015. He will step down on August 23. During his decade-long
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Personal trainer caught with £900k drugs haul after high speed police chase
A personal trainer caught with a £900,000 drugs haul after a high-speed police chase is behind bars. William Paterson, 35, threw the box of cocaine from a car window during the pursuit around the north of Glasgow on March 1 2023. Officers had
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Former Scots journalist who was victim of acid attack announces Tory leadership bid
A former Scottish journalist has announced that he has formally entered the leadership race for the Scottish Conservative Party. Scottish Tory justice spokesman Russell Findlay said he is bidding to succeed Douglas Ross, who stepped down during
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Plan unveiled for new business in former Rutherglen pub
Plans have been submitted to convert a former pub in Rutherglen into an office and takeaway. South Lanarkshire Council received plans to convert the old Stirrup Cup pub on the town’s main street on June 24 and validated plans on July 9. If
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Police called to 'incident' involving a 'group with weapons'
Police were called to an 'incident' involving a group with 'weapons' in Coatbridge. Officers descended on Lomond Road in the town on Sunday evening at around 6.35pm. They received reports of a gang of youths allegedly being possession of weapons
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Plans unveiled to develop 21 'much-needed' social homes
Plans to develop 21 social homes on Larkhall have been submitted to the council. West of Scotland Housing Association for Social Housing has lodged a planning application to develop the much-needed homes in the town centre following recent figures
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Development of 179 homes rescued from firm that went into administration
179 homes will be built near Glasgow as the development has been rescued from a collapsed firm. Independent developer Dundas Estates has stepped in to deliver the development in Bishopton after Stewart Milne went into administration in January
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Glasgow Fort gives shoppers a glimpse of huge new retailer 'coming soon'
Glasgow Fort has given shoppers a glimpse of a huge new retailer that is 'coming soon'. We previously reported that lingerie brand Victoria's Secret was opening a store at the outdoor shopping centre this autumn. Now centre bosses have teased
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999 crews called to incident with 'large group' near a church
999 crews were called to an incident with a 'large group'. A police presence was spotted near St Cadoc's Church in Cambuslang on Sunday evening. The force said they received a report of a disturbance involving a large group of people in the
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'Brilliant': Still Game star visits Barras market and spots hilarious gift
A Still Game star popped by the Barras market where she spotted a hilarious gift inspired by the comedy series. Jane McCarry visited the iconic East End market over the weekend and made one vendor's day when she stopped by to browse his collection
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Glasgow trains disrupted due to herd of 12 cows on main line
Glasgow trains are being disrupted this morning due to a herd of 12 cows. The animals moooved onto the main Edinburgh to Glasgow line near Lenzie on Monday morning causing a bit of a delay to rush-hour services. Network Rail apologised for
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Toilet block at heart of Glasgow park given new lease of life
A toilet block at the heart of a Glasgow park which became “a bit of an eye sore” has been given a new lease of life. Toilet facilities at Victoria Park in the city’s West End underwent an external makeover this week after “degenerating quite badly
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'Very vague': Drumchapel residents criticise GCC over housing communications
DRUMCHAPEL residents have criticised Glasgow City Council's (GCC) "vague" communications over housing plans in relation to the Levelling Up funding that the area will receive. It was confirmed back in November that the UK government had awarded
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Mike Dailly: employment rights will be a game changer for workers
THE King’s Speech last week contained 40 bills including two carried over from the previous parliamentary session. It was the highest number of law reform bills since 2005 – with 24 new bills affecting people in Scotland to varying degrees.
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I don’t want my mother-in-law on holiday even though she gives us free childcare
Dear Janice, My mother-in-law babysits occasionally and looks after our two small children if our childminder is on holiday, and we really appreciate everything she does. However she has been dropping hints about coming with us on our September
