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One Glasgow restaurant named in top 100 in Britain - and Dua Lipa loves it
One Glasgow restaurant has been named on the list of the top 100 in Britain. Restaurant review bible The Good Food Guide has announced its annual 100 Best Local Restaurant list celebrating independent restaurants across the country. Gloriosa
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Busy Glasgow road closed after girl, 13, hit by car
A busy Glasgow Road has been closed after a young girl was hit by a car. Police say they were made aware of a crash between a motor and a 13-year-old girl on Nitshill Road in the Southside. The force was alerted to the incident shortly after
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'Grotty' wind turbine 'spewing oil' sparks environmental concern
A resident has raised concerns that a “grotty” wind turbine is "leaching oil" and polluting the surrounding environment. One of the four electricity-generating structures at Neilston Community Windfarm has been spotted in a sorry state of disrepair
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Woman knocked her mother to the ground after being refused money
A woman struggled with her mother causing her to fall to the ground after she was refused money. Stacey Lewis appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court recently after pleading guilty to assaulting a woman, following her, seizing her by the body, struggling
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Angry Sabrina Carpenter fans call Glasgow ticket prices 'absolutely outrageous'
Angry Sabrina Carpenter fans have claimed her Glasgow ticket prices are “absolutely outrageous”. The Espresso singer will arrive in the city on March 11, 2025 to perform at the OVO Hydro for her Short n’ Sweet tour. Her supporters were quick
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Supermarket chain reopens store after huge investment - and it looks amazing
A supermarket chain has reopened its Newton Mearns store following a huge investment. M&S opened its store in the town on Tuesday, July 23, after it had been shut for almost six weeks. The shop was closed to allow refurbishment work to
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Kanye West mural appears near River Clyde after legal graffitti scheme begins
A portrait of a popular US rapper has been spotted in the city centre of Glasgow. Artwork of Kanye West has appeared on a wall on the riverside at Custom House Quay on the north bank of the River Clyde. And it has sent Glaswegians into a frenzy
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First Bus fares rise: Is Glasgow the dearest city for bus tickets?
The recent fare increase announcement from First Bus in Glasgow will see passengers in the city paying some of the dearest prices in the UK. The city’s largest bus operator informed customers this week it was raising the cost of certain tickets
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Glasgow community garden wants volunteers - here is how you can help
A treasured community garden on the city's Southside is on the lookout for volunteers. Ibrox Flower Field, located on Hinshelwood Drive, provides a space for health and wellbeing, community unity, gardening education, growing vegetables, and serenity
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English rock band to host Glasgow gig after playing at TRNSMT
An English rock band are set to host a gig in Glasgow after playing at TRNSMT. Wunderhorse will be performing at the Barrowland Ballroom on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. The English group originally started as a solo project by frontman and songwriter
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Scotstoun football festival held to raise awareness of Turner Syndrome
More than 150 girls turned up at a Glasgow stadium for the Turner Syndrome Awareness Football Festival. Held at Scotstoun Stadium, the festival was organised by the Phoenix Girls Football Club in partnership with the Turner Syndrome Support Society
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New housing scheme could be built on vacant Southside land
More than 30 new homes could be built in Glasgow's Southside. AS Homes Scotland submitted a planning application to develop a vacant land next to Castlemilk's Glenacre Terrace. The land, 1.67 acres, is surrounded by existing houses and will
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The story behind the refill water tap at the Glasgow Green
Scottish Water has launched a new Top Up Tap in the city centre in honour of its decade of support for Glasgow's Pride. This achievement goes side by side with the 10th anniversary of the LGBT+ Belong group at the water utility company. Scottish
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'It's disgusting': Councillor's warning after 'used needle' found in play park
A councillor is warning people to be vigilant and report incidents to wardens and the police after a “used needle” was found on play equipment in Renfrew. The horrifying find was made by parents in the wooden castle climbing frame at busy Robertson
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Glasgow-bound flight forced to make emergency landing amid issue
A Glasgow-bound flight was forced to make an emergency landing due to an issue. LoganAir's flight LM346 was diverted to Aberdeen International Airport amid a technical problem. The aircraft - which was bound for Glasgow Airport - departed Sumburgh
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Drivers urged to 'avoid' busy Glasgow road this weekend
Drivers are being told to 'avoid' a busy Glasgow road this weekend as part of it will be closed. Glasgow City Council says Clyde Street in the city centre will be shut westbound between Stockwell Street and Jamaica Street from 9.30am until 6pm
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Deal could save Glasgow Subway's old cars from the scrapyard
LAST-MINUTE deals brokered by an MSP and a dedicated train enthusiast may save some of the Glasgow Subway's old cars from the scrapyard. The fleet is set to be scrapped at the end of August, and only one of the 33 cars have been saved so far, going
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Can you spot yourself? Glaswegians pictured enjoying sunshine at Clyde side
Glasgow has been pictured enjoying the sunshine as temperatures soar across the city. Groups were seen basking in the good weather with 23 degree heat being recorded today, according to the Met Office. We previously reported how the summer
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How to get to Hampden Park for a match or concert - Everything you need to know
Hampden Park in the Southside of Glasgow is Scotland's national stadium and plays host to a number of fixtures and concerts throughout the year. However, for those less familiar with the area, getting to the venue can be tricky, especially if you're
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Family of Johnny Connelly still looking for answers five years after tragic death
A heartbroken family are still searching for answers five years on from the death of their beloved son and brother. Milton man Johnny Connelly was the most gentle guy, according to his sister Michelle. Speaking to STV News, she said: “He
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Are there still tickets for Stevie Nicks at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow?
Legendary American singer Stevie Nicks will perform at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow this July but competition for tickets could be fierce. The 75-year-old artist is famous for her work with the iconic band Fleetwood Mac as well as her solo career.
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Group offers Dallas Cowboy cheerleading class inspired by Netflix hit
A cheerleading group in Paisley is running a Dallas Cowboys session this week, inspired by the popular new Netflix show bringing the sport to new audiences. Twist & Hit will be running the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders fitness fundraiser on July
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Locals divided over plans to fence off community games area
Plans to renovate and fence off a multi-use games area (MUGA) in Renfrew have divided residents, with a number of locals angry about access being restricted to what they believe is a “community-owned asset.” Renfrew Victoria FC - known locally
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Motor deliberately torched overnight on residential street
A motor has been deliberately torched on a residential street in Airdrie. Police say the incident took place on Drumgelloch Street in the town shortly after 3am on Tuesday, July 23. The force was alerted to a white Mazda 3 on fire. Following
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Plan unveiled for former Peter Vardy showroom in Hillington
Plans have been unveiled for the Peter Vardy car showroom in Hillington. The site could be turned into a Sterling Furniture store and garden centre. The change could come after a planning application was submitted to Renfrewshire Council to
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Child taken to hospital after incident in park
A child has been taken to hospital after an incident in a park. We previously reported that multiple ambulances were spotted at Cambuslang Park on Monday evening. An eyewitness told the Glasgow Times they saw an incident response unit on the
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'Happiest band on earth' announce Glasgow show on new tour
An American band is coming to Glasgow as part of a new tour. Referring to themselves as the 'happiest band on earth', Florida-based The 502s will visit the city in an autumn tour. The group will visit the city's SWG3 on November 25, 2024.
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Advice issued after major retailer announces closure of Glasgow store
Advice has been issued after a major retailer announced it is set to close down its Glasgow store. We previously reported that Carpetright filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators putting more than 1800 staff at risk. Now, it has
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We crossed ten islands, six causeways and took two ferries - here is why
A kind-hearted eight-year-old boy has spent part of his summer holidays walking nearly 180 miles in aid of a cause close to his family’s heart. Ollie Durand and his dad Stephen recently took on their ‘biggest and best’ challenge yet as they completed
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'Today we are sad': Thieves 'broke into' church hall and 'nicked alcohol'
THIEVES reportedly broke into and trashed a church hall in the North of Glasgow. The hall at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Maryhill is said to have been broken into sometime on Monday night. Father Jim Law discovered that the
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Glasgow passengers were 'stuck' abroad for days due to IT outage
Hundreds of holidaymakers were left in limbo after their TUI flights were cancelled following the Crowdstrike IT outage on Friday. The Daily Record reported that people who travelled to Antalya Airport in Turkey and Larnaca Airport in Cyprus were
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Courier smuggled haul of drugs into Scotland in secret compartment
A courier smuggled a huge haul of drugs into Scotland in a secret compartment. Kurtis James Taylor from Liverpool was stopped while driving a black Vauxhall Vivaro van on the M74 motorway near Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire on September 5, 2023. Police
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Two people stabbed in same area of Glasgow on the same day
Two people have been stabbed in the same area of Glasgow on the same day. A 35-year-old man was found with a stab wound on Broomknowes Road in the city's Springburn at around 9.10pm on Sunday evening. He was rushed to hospital to be treated
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'Please come forward': CCTV released after shocking incident in Glasgow
CCTV has been released following a shocking incident in Glasgow city centre. An assault took place on Albion Street around 3am on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Officers investigating the attack are keen to speak to a man and woman they believe
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'My wee warrior': Humza Yousaf champions daughter and NHS
Humza Yousaf shared an emotional message hailing his newborn daughter and the NHS. The former first minister's youngest daughter Liyana Jenin Yousaf was born last week. Yesterday, in an Instagram post, the politician praised the baby's resilience
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Glasgow to be hit by pollen 'bomb' over the next few days
Glasgow is set to be hit by a pollen 'bomb' in the next few days. Temperatures are set to reach up to 22 degrees in the city this week with spells of sunshine. But the warmer weather also means the pollen count will soar on Tuesday and Wednesday
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Rangers star spotted enjoying iconic Scottish treat during training
A Rangers star was spotted enjoying an iconic Scottish treat during training. Ivorian midfielder Mohamed Diomande was seen with a can of Irn Bru while on an exercise machine. The 22-year-old joined the club in a £4.5m transfer deal from Danish
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Glasgow store among 200 to close after firm collapsed into administration
A Glasgow store is among 200 to close after a homeware firm went into administration. We previously reported that Carpetright filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators putting more than 1800 staff at risk. Now it has been bought in
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Emergency services spotted attending incident near a park
Emergency services have been spotted attending an incident near a park. Three ambulances were pictured outside Cambuslang Park on Greenlees Road on Monday evening. They were seen by an eyewitness at around 7pm who told the Glasgow Times they
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Annie Wells: Drugs death crisis cannot go on any longer
THE phrase “you keep talking, we keep dying” coined by Glasgow drugs campaigner Annemarie Ward is the most cutting and effective we’ve seen in Scottish politics in a decade. It’s abrupt and terrifyingly honest. Depressingly, it’s borne out
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Tenement flat in 'desirable' Glasgow location hits the market for £44,000
A one-bedroom tenement in a 'desirable' Glasgow location has hit the market for a generous £44,000. While it does require some attention from the new owners, the Southside flat offers a great opportunity for those looking for a rental investment
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Man caught behind the wheel of a car twice despite being banned - is banned again
A Glasgow man who was caught behind the wheel of a car twice despite being banned from driving has been disqualified again. Saem Yasim, 22, appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court for sentencing recently after pleading guilty to two charges of driving
