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Glasgow councillors agree to spend £1.35million on 87 electric vehicles
Glasgow councillors have agreed to spend £1.35m on 87 electric vehicles despite warnings that there must be enough charging stations throughout the city to accommodate them. The new cars will upgrade part of the current fleet and will be used instead
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Questions over council's spending on measuring walking and cycling in Glasgow
A Glasgow councillor has questioned whether the council should spend £175,000 every year on equipment measuring how many people are cycling and walking in the city. The local authority intends to use external grant funding to pay for automatic
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Glasgow Uber drivers to protest as they warn new system is 'putting lives at risk'
Uber drivers in Glasgow are to stage a protest in the city demanding fair pay and more protecting while warning that a new system being put in place will put lives at risk. The drivers say their pay has plummeted in the last year, with only 20
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North Lanarkshire primary school wins top award from UNICEF
A primary school has achieved a 'top award' from UNICEF. Glengowan Primary School in Caldercruix has been awarded Gold Rights Respecting School status. This award reflects the school's commitment to children's rights and is the result of years
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Airdrie mum calls for more investment in brain tumour research
An Airdrie woman who lost her four-year-old son to a brain tumour hopes a newly formed Holyrood group will lead to more investment in finding a cure and improving treatments. Nadia Majid lost her son, Rayhan, in April 2018, just four months after
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Housing association inspires students at careers day
A housing association has inspired students at a careers day. NG Homes staff attended the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) event at All Saints Secondary School in North Glasgow to promote housing as a rewarding career. Project manager Greg
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Investment firm launches newly refurbished city centre office
A real estate investment firm has launched its newly refurbished office building in the city centre. After extensive renovations, Eagle Street Partners have officially opened up the 70,000 square foot building on St Vincent Street. Their refurbishment
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Aldi store named 'happiest' in Scotland
An Aldi store has been named the 'happiest' in Scotland. The Queensway branch in East Kilbride topped the list in research conducted by the discount retailer. The study, which was carried out across all 106 Scottish stores, aimed to find the
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Fire crews rushed to sports centre after fire broke out
A fire broke out at a sports club prompting a 999 response. Firefighters were called to Bearsden Snowsports Centre (BSC) on Stockiemuir Road shortly before 11pm on Sunday following reports that rubbish in a bin was on fire. Crews extinguished
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Homebuilder giving away high-vis vests to children ahead of winter nights
A homebuilder is giving away high-vis vests to children. The initiative by Miller Homes is part of their Home Safe campaign. The campaign, which celebrates its fifth anniversary this year, aims to improve the safety of children by providing
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IRN-BRU Carnival raises thousands for Glasgow hospital charity
Generous visitors at the 2023 IRN-BRU Carnival raised more than £4,000 for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity. The donation of £4,230 will assist children and their families during challenging times. Lucy Ritchie from Glasgow Children's Hospital
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Charity celebrates recycling equivalent of two and a half buses
A homelessness charity is celebrating several recycling milestones during Recycle Week (October 14 to 20) - including having recycled two and a half Glasgow city buses' worth of metal during the past two years. Emmaus Glasgow, which provides a
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Update after Glasgow road closed due to 'dangerous' India Buildings
A Glasgow road has reopened after being closed for months due to a dangerous building. Bridge Street in the Southside was shut from Oxford Street to Norfolk Street on Wednesday, April 3. The east side footpath was also closed due to the issue
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Inside Castlemilk High's special garden project
A Glasgow school is among 15 projects in the city that have been granted awards worth £50,000. Community gardens, schools, churches, and local development trusts benefited after applying for financial support from the council's Let's Grow Together
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East Dunbartonshire provosts raise £600 for women's aid
East Dunbartonshire's provost and depute provost raised £600 for charity by completing four challenges. For the second year in a row, Provost Gillian Renwick and Depute Provost Colette McDiarmid took on a summer sporting charity challenge.
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Glasgow pupils help replant 1,500 bulbs on Mosspark Boulevard
A group of schoolchildren have helped replant 1,500 bulbs on a Glasgow road. The Mosspark Primary School pupils joined Scottish Water and Caledonia Water Alliance (CWA) workers on October 9 to replace the plants on Mosspark Boulevard that were
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Urgent search for teenager who went missing six days ago
An urgent search is underway after a teenager vanished from the Southside of Glasgow six days ago. Abdullah Aldhefiry was last seen in the Cardonald area of the city at around 7.15am on October 8. The 15-year-old is described as being 5ft
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Brothers left elderly man unconscious and unable to hear in vicious attack
TWO violent brothers left an elderly man unconscious and unable to hear in a vicious attack just after Christmas. William and David Tarbert attacked four men between them, including pulling one from a vehicle while another one was pushed onto a
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'A genuine Ibrox legend': Memorial to Rangers hero unveiled to 'surprised' daughters
A MEMORIAL bench honouring Rangers legend Ian ‘the wee Prime Minister’ McMillan has been unveiled at the care home where he passed away in February, with his two unsuspecting daughters “surprised” by the tribute. The former Rangers forward - who
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TV star praises iconic Glasgow cafe for serving up the 'best lasagne ever'
A TV star has praised a legendary Glasgow cafe for serving up the 'best lasagne ever'. Andi Oliver and her daughter Miquita visited the iconic University Cafe on Byres Road in the city's West End. British chef Andi is known for starring on
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Train stations to host free CPR demonstrations
Rail users in Glasgow are being given the chance to learn lifesaving skills. St Andrew's First Aid is offering free CPR demonstrations at train stations throughout the city to mark Restart a Heart Day. The charity is inviting commuters to get
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Scottish minister tours McGill’s Buses after green milestone
A Scottish minister recently toured the Johnstone depot of McGill's Buses. The visit coincides with the independent bus operator's major milestone of covering 12 million electric miles with its fleet of zero-emission buses. The company welcomed
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Man who spent eight years raping and abusing young boys is jailed
A MAN who spent eight years subjecting two young boys to a series of sexual assaults has been jailed for six years. Hayden Fell, 30, abused the two children, who cannot be named for legal reasons at addresses in Glasgow between February 2006 and
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Dumbarton church holds special service to commemorate 50th anniversary
A church in Dumbarton came together at their Sunday service to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their building. Lennox Evangelical Church unveiled a plaque on Sunday, October 6 to commemorate five decades since their opening. The congregation
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I used to work at the Blue Lagoon, now I have my own chippy
A chippy in Yoker is up for a national award only a year after opening. GoYoker Fish and Chips, located on Dumbarton Road, has been shortlisted for 'Scotland's Best Newcomer' in the Scottish Fish and Chip Awards 2024. The store was opened in
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'It’s a big investment': Inside the facility created for ASN families
A fantastic new facility has been created for the benefit of the community and additional support needs (ASN) families. Thanks to an investment of around £70,000, East Renfrewshire ASN Parents Action Group, known as ERA, have developed the space
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Motorbike stolen from street later found on fire
A motorbike was stolen from a residential street before being found on fire. The motorbike was taken from Clarion Road in Knightswood on Sunday, October 13. Officers say it was discovered on fire later on the same day. Police are urging
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Woman praises neighbour's tribute to rugby-loving husband
A woman has thanked her neighbour for his fitting tribute to her kind-hearted, rugby-loving husband. Community champion Anwar Rafiq completed the Edinburgh Kiltwalk in memory of Murrayfield and Glasgow Warriors seat holder Robert Ford who passed
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Works to make junction safer to result in road closures for two weeks
Renfrewshire Council works that are aimed at boosting the safety of a junction in Erskine are set to begin next week and could run for a fortnight. The project – which has been backed by local elected members – is set to kick off today and last
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Plans to create larger restaurant and new golf club facilities at hotel
Plans to create an enlarged restaurant and bar, as well as new golf club facilities, in the grounds of a luxury hotel in Bishopton have been unveiled. Planning permission has been requested for the alteration and extension of the Il Posto restaurant
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Plans to introduce car buying service in Johnstone supermarket car park
Plans to introduce a car buying service in the grounds of a supermarket in Johnstone have been submitted to Renfrewshire Council. Planning permission has been requested for the introduction of a We Buy Any Car pod in the Morrisons car park in Napier
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Plans revealed to create new dental clinic
Plans to create a dental clinic – which would offer both NHS and private services – near Glasgow Airport have been submitted to Renfrewshire Council. Agent company Helix Architecture Studio is seeking planning permission on behalf of an applicant
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Site visit to take place before decision made on plans for 17 flats
Councillors will visit the site of a vacant nursing home in Paisley as they prepare to make a call on plans to convert it into 17 flats next month. The development, which would include associated parking and landscaping, has been proposed at the
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'Super rare' animal that 'shouldn't be here' spotted in the UK
A wildlife enthusiast on TikTok has discovered a "super rare" animal "that shouldn't be in the UK" hiding up in Scotland. The Kookaburra is a type of bird native to Australia. It is part of the kingfisher family and is well-known for its distinctive
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Glasgow MSP expelled from the party by SNP over Gaza comments
JOHN Mason, Glasgow Shettleston MSP has been expelled from the SNP. The MSP had been suspended over a social media post where he said there was no genocide in Gaza. Following a disciplinary process Mason has now been expelled from the party
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Meet the drummer who toured with Rod Stewart and now has his own studio
An international touring drummer has opened an independent studio to nurture the next generation of Scottish talent. Ryan Hassan has experienced more than a few 'pinch me' moments in a career which has seen him tour the world with Rod Stewart,
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Plans to replace four car park spaces with two EV charging bays in Renfrew
PLANS to replace four regular spaces in a Renfrew car park with two electric vehicle (EV) charging bays have been submitted to Renfrewshire Council. Agent company JMS Planning and Development has requested planning permission for the proposed changes
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Site visit to take place ahead of decision on 'controversial' lodge plans
Councillors will visit the site of a potential holiday lodge in Lochwinnoch as they prepare to make a decision on the “controversial” plans next month. Permission has been requested for the proposal at High Linthills, Linthills Road, which Renfrewshire
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Openreach digital roadshow to visit Glasgow - see when
An Openreach digital roadshow is coming to Glasgow to promote ultrafast Full Fibre broadband. The specially adapted vehicle will be at St Andrews Crescent and Cedar Court on October 17. It is part of Openreach's October tour across the country
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Glasgow hospital welcome dog Cooper to their team
A Glasgow hospital has welcomed its newest member—a hearing dog named Cooper. Cooper, who has his own ID badge and calling card, joined the team when his owner, Dr Helen Grote, was recruited as a consultant neurologist. Dr Grote and Cooper
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Hallowe'en pumpkin pick and treasure hunt to take place
A garden centre is getting in the spooky spirit for Hallowe'en with a pumpkin patch and treasure hunt. Cardwell Garden Centre, near Gourock, is hosting a series of fun events in the run-up to October 31. As well as the Hallowe'en pumpkin pick
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Specialist 999 crews race to incident near canal
A person has been rushed to hospital after specialist emergency service crews raced to an incident in Kirkintilloch. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) were called to reports of a person in water at Hillhead Road in the town on Monday,
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Inside the Glasgow flat in a 'sought after address' worth over £189k
A two-bedroom flat in a popular area of Glasgow's East End has just come on the market. Expecting offers of over £189,950, the home is located in Garthland Drive in Dennistoun. The estate agent, Keys Estate Agents, describes the flat as a "
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Busy Glasgow bridge closed amid ongoing police incident
A busy Glasgow road has been closed amid an ongoing police incident. Glasgow City Council says the Clyde Arc Bridge has been shut in both directions currently. READ MORE: Busy cops stop loads of motors in Glasgow as part of crackdown READ
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'Doesn't tie up': Councillor challenges bus operator on cancelled services
A councillor has challenged a bus operator on its decision to cancel a route which has resulted in an hour being added to some residents' journeys. Gordon Scanlan, councillor for Kilpatrick, has written to Strathclyde Partnership for Transport
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'Avoid' area warning as busy Glasgow road to be closed
An 'avoid the area' warning has been issued as a busy Glasgow road will be closed for days. Glasgow City Council has said the Robroyston Road M80 Link will be shut from 5am on Sunday, October 20 until 7pm on Friday, October 25. The closure
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'Basically impossible': Glasgow cafe loved by ex-Rangers star closing down
A Glasgow cafe is closing after the owner admitted it was 'basically impossible' to stay open. Andina Coffee specialises in Colombian roasted coffee, opening on Duke Street in Dennistoun almost five years ago and then expanding to Argyle Street
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If you live in LA, celebrity is tricky but I live in Glasgow, says Kelly MacDonald
There’s a biting sense of anticipation in speaking to Kelly MacDonald about her role in Sky TV’s new vampire film The Radleys. This is the first time the actor has joined the undead – so has she longed to attach fake incisors and sink teeth into a
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Busy cops stop loads of motors in Glasgow as part of crackdown
Busy cops stopped loads of motors in Glasgow over the weekend as part of a crackdown. Police stopped 37 vehicles in the city while conducting road checks on Sunday, October 13. Officers from the force's National Motorcycle Unit conducted the
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Fundraiser launched to help grieving family of man who died in Uddingston
A fundraiser has been launched to help the grieving family of a man who died in Uddingston. Cambuslang dad David Graham was walking alone in General's Gate on Sunday, October 6 when he was allegedly attacked. The 38-year-old was pronounced
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Annie Wells: Glasgow 'has the poorest uptake of breast cancer screening in Scotland'
As another breast cancer awareness month passes, many of us ask ourselves what we can do to make things better. 'Pink October’ helps focus our minds, and some of the actions we take can include giving more to dedicated charities, volunteering or
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R&B band announces concert next year at Glasgow's Hydro
An R&B band has announced a show at Glasgow's OVO Hydro next year. The Australian trio Chase Atlantic will visit the city venue on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, as part of their 2025 Lost in Europe and UK tour. Produced by Live Nation, the
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Busy road in Glasgow to be closed for around five weeks
A busy road in Glasgow is set to close for around five weeks. Bankhead Road in the city's Carmunnock will be shut from next Monday, October 21 to upgrade the water network in the area. Scottish Water says the closure will enable work to reduce
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American punk rock band announces Glasgow date on new world tour
An American punk rock band is coming to Glasgow on their new world tour. The Offspring will bring their Supercharged Worldwide tour to the city's OVO Hydro on November 18, 2025. Formed in California in 1984, The Offspring is credited with being
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Cristiano Ronaldo enjoys the flume at plush hotel swimming pool near Glasgow
Cristiano Ronaldo has been spotted at a plush hotel near Glasgow as he prepares to play against Scotland. The Portuguese footballer is in Scotland with the national team ahead of their fixture in the Nations League at Hampden. The squad appear
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'So important': Lorraine Kelly reveals new project with Marti Pellow
Lorraine Kelly is releasing a song with singer Marti Pellow and a choir for a very special cause. The 64-year-old telly host will collaborate with the Wet Wet Wet singer on a new version of the band's hit single Love Is All Around. They will
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'The industry just focussed on what the guys did': Scottish 80s girl band reunites
ON A quiet Monday morning, before its doors open to the public, the empty entrance foyer at Glasgow Film Theatre is suddenly awash with people, pop stars and stuff. Sophisticated Boom Boom, the all-woman post-punk outfit who blazed a trail through
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City centre streets construction work to last four more years
Construction works to make improvements on city centre streets will continue for the next four years. Sauchiehall Street is due to be completed within months then work will start on several more key routes from early next year. After Sauchiehall