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Lanarkshire good causes receive Co-op grant funding
Co-op’s Local Community Fund Grants Benefit Lanarkshire Good Causes Eighteen local organisations in Lanarkshire are set to benefit from a total of nearly £63,000 in grant funding from Co-op’s local community fund. The grants will support a wide range of projects in the area, including foodbanks, community gardens, youth initiatives, and gala days. Among the…
Brave Scots schoolgirl who survived leukaemia inspires incredible poem about courage
Fearne Stewart, a schoolgirl from Blantyre who bravely fought and survived leukaemia, has become an inspiration for a touching poem about courage. Diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in April 2023 at the age of four, Fearne endured symptoms like bruises, leg pain, and exhaustion. Despite the challenges of her chemotherapy treatment, including losing her hair,…
Man charged after ‘attack on two seals’ at Scots harbour
Man Charged After ‘Attack on Two Seals’ at Scots Harbour A 61-year-old man has been charged in relation to an alleged attack on two seals in a Scots coastal town. The incident took place near the harbour on Victoria Road in North Berwick around 4.45 pm on Thursday, November 28. Police have verified that a…
Tulisa misses Melvin’s I’m A Celebrity friends and family reunion as mystery deepens
Tulisa Contostavlos was noticeably absent from Melvin’s I’m A Celebrity friends and family reunion at the JW Marriott Hotel on the Gold Coast, sparking speculation about her whereabouts. The reunion, which is filmed by ITV and attended by evicted celebrities and their family members, saw Tulisa missing in action along with her two friends who…
Former three-time boxing world champion Israel Vázquez dies age 46
Former three-time boxing world champion Israel Vázquez has sadly passed away at the age of 46 after battling cancer. The Mexican boxing legend, known for his thrilling four-fight rivalry with Rafael Márquez, retired in 2010 with a professional record of 44-5. Vázquez held titles such as the WBC super bantamweight champion, IBF title, and The…
Former DWP employee shares how to protect your PIP payments ahead of new welfare reforms
A former Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) employee has shared essential tips to help protect Personal Independence Payment (PIP) awards ahead of new welfare reforms expected next year. The UK Government aims to reform the health and disability benefits system to support people in work and reduce the benefits bill. A consultation will be…
Council encourages North Lanarkshire employers and businesses to offer paid summer placements for youngsters in 2025
North Lanarkshire Council is urging local employers and businesses to provide paid summer placements for young people in 2025. The Council’s Summer Placement Programme offers individuals aged 16 and over a seven-week immersive experience across various sectors from late June to mid-August. Building on the success of the 2024 initiative, the council aims to expand…
M6 drivers face delays as eight bridges through Lune Gorge set for major overhaul
M6 drivers are set to face delays as major renovations are planned for eight bridges running through Lune Gorge. The M6 motorway, which spans from the Midlands to the Scottish border, will undergo significant upgrades for the first time since the 1960s. National Highways has announced a comprehensive overhaul for the bridges located between junctions…
Scrapping the affordable housing cuts could be a reset moment for the SNP Government
The Scottish National Party (SNP) Government may be on the brink of a significant reset moment with the potential scrapping of affordable housing cuts, according to political editor Paul Hutcheon from the Daily Record. The decision to reverse the cuts, which were implemented by former Minister Humza Yousaf, is seen as a crucial step in…
Scots youth football team saving the planet by scoring goals
Alloa Saints, a youth football team in Scotland, is making a big impact on the environment by incorporating a unique initiative into their games. Partnering with local green groups, the team has launched a “trees for goals” project, where they commit to planting a new tree every time they score a goal. With over 1000…