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Everything you need to know about bin collections in Stirling over the festive period
Stirling Council has revealed the adjustments to bin collections that will be in place over the festive period, urging residents to recycle as much as possible. Bin collections in Stirling will not take place on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, or January 2. Residents can check the council’s online postcode finder for their…
Falkirk could lose £8 million in national insurance hike, council leader warns
Falkirk Faces £8 Million Loss Due to National Insurance Hike, Council Leader Sounds Alarm In a recent development, the SNP council leader has issued a stark warning that Falkirk Council could be staring at a financial loss of up to £8 million following the changes in National Insurance contributions introduced by the UK Government. The…
Dumfries and Galloway’s young people honoured at the DG Youth Awards
Dumfries and Galloway’s Young Talent Shines at DG Youth Awards The talents and achievements of young people in Dumfries and Galloway were celebrated at the annual DG Youth Awards at Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries. The event kicked off with a lively cheerleading performance by Envy Cheerleading from Stranraer, followed by opening remarks from Ailsa McDairmant,…
Man arrested in fraud probe linked to fundraiser over murder of policewoman Yvonne Fletcher
A 69-year-old man has been arrested following allegations of fraud linked to the justice campaign over the murder of policewoman Yvonne Fletcher in 1984. Pc Fletcher, 25, was murdered while on duty outside the Libyan embassy during a protest. However, no-one was ever charged with her death. The Metropolitan Police received allegations of financial irregularities…
Skye shooter to appeal conviction and sentence for murdering brother-in-law
In a recent development, Finlay MacDonald, a man who was sentenced to at least 28 years in prison for the murder of his brother-in-law and attempted murders of his wife and two others, is set to appeal both his conviction and sentence. The tragic incident took place in August 2022, when MacDonald, 41, carried out…
BBC Bargain Hunt’s Charles Hanson appears in court for allegedly assaulting wife
Bargain Hunt star Charles Hanson has made a court appearance related to charges of allegedly assaulting his estranged wife. The 46-year-old TV auctioneer appeared via video link at Derby Crown Court for a brief hearing on Wednesday, December 4. During the hearing, it was mentioned that Hanson’s defence team has requested additional information from the…
Santa hosting ‘quiet’ grotto this Friday for kids with additional needs
Santa is set to host a special ‘quiet’ grotto experience this Friday at Dobbies’ Livingston store, specifically designed for children with additional needs. The sensory-friendly Quiet Grotto experience aims to reduce anxiety and provide a customised environment for these children, ensuring that every family has a magical grotto experience. To create a more suitable environment,…
Dumfries and Galloway set to be battered by wind as Met Office issues yellow weather warning
Dumfries and Galloway in for Strong Winds as Met Office Issues Yellow Weather Warning Parts of Dumfries and Galloway are bracing themselves for gale force winds as the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning starting from Thursday afternoon. Gusts of up to 70mph are anticipated in the west of the region, prompting concerns…
Doctor shares 6 ‘missed’ lung cancer symptoms as Eminem’s mum dies of condition
Eminem’s mother, Debbie Nelson, tragically passed away this week at the age of 69 after battling advanced lung cancer. Her diagnosis was made public in September, sparking renewed interest in understanding the often ‘missed’ symptoms of lung cancer. Dr Nighat Arif, an NHS GP, has taken to social media to share valuable insights with her…
Killer ‘slit throat’ of girl, 8, in front of mum in row over use of social media
A horrific incident unfolded in New Ross, Co. Wexford, where eight-year-old Malika Noor Al Katib tragically lost her life after her throat was slit in front of her mother in a dispute linked to social media usage. According to sources, the suspect, a foreign national in his 30s, had recently been released from prison in…