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Threat of Dumfries and Galloway waste workers going on strike ends after union accepts pay deal
Threat of Dumfries and Galloway Waste Workers Going on Strike Averted as Union Accepts Pay Deal The threat of Dumfries and Galloway waste workers going on strike has been averted after the Unison union accepted a revised pay offer from the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA). Previously, the union had a mandate for a…
Popular author to speak at West Lothian dyslexia group meeting
Popular Author Set to Speak at Dyslexia Support Group Meeting in West Lothian Award-winning author Alastair Chisholm is scheduled to be the guest speaker at an upcoming dyslexia support group meeting in West Lothian. The meeting, hosted by Dyslexia Scotland West Lothian, aims to provide information and advice about dyslexia. The event will take place…
West Lothian officers carry out patrols after ‘anti-social behaviour’ from off-road bikers
West Lothian police officers are conducting patrols in response to reports of anti-social behaviour by off-road bikers in the Broxburn Bing area. The police confirmed on Friday, November 22, that they were investigating following concerns raised by local residents. The officers have been visiting addresses to speak with individuals who are known to frequent the…
Debenhams sale drops 68% off ‘fluffy’ electric blanket ‘better than’ expensive brands
Debenhams has announced a 68% discount on their popular Neo Waffle Shaped Heated Throw, describing it as ‘better than’ other expensive brands. The heated blanket is now priced at £34.69, down from £109.99, making it an attractive option for those looking to stay warm without cranking up the heating. The Neo Waffle Shaped Heated Throw…
Four Scots M&S stores install lifesaving new defibrillators as part of charity partnership
Four M&S stores in Scotland have recently installed new defibrillators as part of a charity partnership aimed at saving lives. The British Heart Foundation has teamed up with retail giant Marks & Spencer in this initiative, with Cumbernauld and Hamilton in Lanarkshire joining the Forge Parkhead and Port Glasgow branches in installing these lifesaving devices.…
Jury sent out to consider verdict in Skye shooting spree trial
The jury has retired to consider its verdict in the trial of Finlay MacDonald, a 41-year-old man accused of murdering his brother-in-law and attempting to kill three other people during a shooting spree in Skye and Wester Ross. MacDonald denies using a shotgun to murder his brother-in-law John MacKinnon and also denies three charges of…
Christian Bale Is Constructing 12 Foster Homes That Aim to Keep Siblings in the Foster Care System Together and Under the Same Roof
In a world where countless children face the uncertainty and instability of the foster care system, one Hollywood star is stepping up to make a profound difference. Known for his transformative roles and captivating performances, Christian Bale is channeling his passion and resources into a project that aims to address one of the most heartbreaking…
Drivers arrested for drug offences as part of Lanarkshire cops’ road safety crackdown
Several drivers have been arrested for drug offences as part of a road safety crackdown by Lanarkshire police. In Coatbridge and Cumbernauld, officers conducted a series of operations targeting drug drivers. One incident involved a 23-year-old driver who was found in possession of cannabis during a search after officers detected a strong smell of cannabis…
Humza Yousaf poses for photo with ‘childhood hero’ Celtic legend Henrik Larsson
Humza Yousaf, the former first minister, recently had the opportunity to meet his “childhood hero,” Celtic legend Henrik Larsson. The meeting took place on Thursday night and Yousaf expressed his delight at meeting the iconic footballer. He rejected the notion that meeting one’s heroes leads to disappointment and instead found Larsson to be a “lovely…
Former Lockerbie Air Disaster police investigator hopes ‘justice will prevail’ when trial begins in 2025
Former Lockerbie Air Disaster police investigator hopes ‘justice will prevail’ when trial begins in 2025 Former Detective Inspector Stuart Cossar, who played a pivotal role in investigating the Lockerbie Air Disaster, expressed his hopes for justice as the trial of a suspect is set to commence in 2025. Mr Cossar, from Dumfries, received an MBE…