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Glowing tributes pour in for former Renfrewshire provost John McDowall
Glowing Tributes for Former Renfrewshire Provost John McDowall Tributes are pouring in for former Renfrewshire provost John McDowall, who sadly passed away at the age of 85. McDowall, who served as the Paisley area’s civic leader from 1999 to 2003, was described as a “lovely gentleman” by those who knew him. A former Labour councillor…
Scots suspected drug deaths down but still at ‘high level’, report finds
Scottish Drug-Related Deaths Decline but Remain High, Report Reveals According to a recent report, drug-related deaths in Scotland have decreased in 2024, yet they persist at a concerning level. The Scottish Government has published new figures showing that 833 suspected drug deaths were recorded from January to September 2024, marking a 7% reduction from the…
Countryfile’s Matt Baker shares diagnosis of condition that can affect millions of Brits – and how to spot it
Countryfile presenter Matt Baker recently opened up about his diagnosis of dyslexia, shedding light on a condition that affects millions of people in the UK. In an interview with Woman’s Weekly, Baker shared how his neurodivergence has had an impact on his career, particularly when it comes to reading scripts and auto-cues on television. Despite…
Johnstone thug arrested six hours after being released from jail after blood attack
Police officers in Johnstone had a shocking encounter with a thug just six hours after he was released from custody. David McGibbon, a 38-year-old man, injured his hand while trying to open a tin of paint, resulting in a trail of blood that led the police to him. The scene escalated as McGibbon flailed his…
Police name pensioner who may have been washed into Solway Firth after being stuck in quicksand
Police have identified the pensioner who is feared to have been washed into the Solway Firth after becoming trapped in quicksand as Shona Campbell. The search for Campbell is currently ongoing in the Cummertrees and Powfoot area of Dumfries and Galloway where she was last reported to have been swept into the Firth. Campbell, aged…
Stirling residents still can’t return home after properties evacuated when a wall collapsed and crushed cars
Residents in Stirling’s Harvey Wynd are still unable to return home after their properties were evacuated due to a wall collapse that crushed multiple cars. The incident occurred last week, prompting the evacuation of three properties near Stirling Castle. Despite five days passing since the collapse, residents remain barred from accessing their homes over safety…
Mum sheds half her body weight after spotting two words on doctor’s computer
A remarkable journey of weight loss and transformation led a mother to shed over half her body weight and be named ‘Slimmer of the Year’. Ali Ridgley, aged 52, achieved a stunning 13st (82kg) weight loss, earning her the prestigious title of Slimming World’s Woman of the Year for 2024. The military mess manager from…
Teen’s final Snapchat moments before being fatally stabbed in neck at bus stop
Teen’s last Snapchat moments captured before fatal stabbing at bus stop In a tragic turn of events, a teenage girl was captured on Snapchat just moments before she was fatally stabbed in the neck at a bus stop. Elianne Andam, 15, was seen smiling and chatting on the social media platform before the attack took…
This morning drink could add two years to your life – but there is a limit to how much you can have
A recent study suggests that there is a morning drink that could potentially add almost two years to your life, but there are important limits to consider. Brits who kick off their day with a cup of coffee might be onto something beyond just a caffeine buzz. Researchers have delved into the health benefits of…
MSPs to vote on double jobbing ban next week after Stephen Flynn backlash
MSPs are set to vote next week on a proposed ban on double jobbing following a backlash sparked by SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn’s announcement. The Scottish Government has been working on amendments to election legislation, with one of them aiming to prohibit MPs and peers in the House of Lords from simultaneously serving as…