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Community to take over Dumfriesshire’s Castleholm
Community to Take Over Dumfriesshire’s Castleholm In a significant development for Langholm’s Muckle Toon, talks have been successfully finalised between Buccleuch Estates and the Castleholm Community Trust Limited for the historic transfer of Castleholm into community ownership. The Castleholm ground, steeped in history and integral to community events in Dumfriesshire, has long been utilised by…
Section of M9 motorway to close for three nights as part of road improvement works
**Section of M9 Motorway to Close for Three Nights for Road Improvement Works** A section of the M9 motorway is set to be closed for three consecutive nights as part of essential road improvement works. The closure will affect the southbound carriageway between Junctions 4 and 5, with resurfacing works scheduled to take place from…
You Can Literally Sense a ‘Force Field’ Around You: Study
Have you ever stepped back instinctively when something moved too close or felt a little uneasy when someone lingered just a bit too near? These reactions may feel like a reflex, but science suggests there’s more to it. New research reveals that we might be surrounded by an invisible “force field”—a personal space that isn’t…
Sara Sharif’s dad ‘can’t explain’ burns and bites on her and another child
Sara Sharif’s dad ‘can’t explain’ burns and bites on her and another child Sara Sharif’s father was unable to provide an explanation for how his daughter and another child sustained similar injuries, including domestic iron burns and human bites, despite being the “common denominator”, a court revealed. Urfan Sharif, a 42-year-old taxi driver, had been…
Urgent appeal to trace missing Scots schoolgirl, 14, last seen at bus station
An urgent appeal has been launched to trace Lily Bridges, a 14-year-old schoolgirl from Scotland, who was last seen at Kirkcaldy bus station on Tuesday, November 12. Lily, who resides in the Aberdour area, has not been seen since her disappearance, prompting concerns for her welfare. Police are actively seeking information from the public to…
Standard opening is start of a ‘new era’ in Dumfries
A £7.3 million investment has sparked a fresh beginning in Dumfries as the town’s Midsteeple Quarter on the High Street enters a “new era,” reports the Daily Record. The newly refurbished community-owned building, The Standard, has welcomed its first residents into seven newly developed flats, marking a significant milestone for the Dumfries town centre. Supported…
25p ‘latte levy’ on disposable coffee cups would hit poorest hardest, hospitality groups warn
A proposed 25p ‘latte levy’ on disposable coffee cups is causing concern among hospitality groups who warn that it would disproportionately impact the poorest members of society. The Scottish Government is seeking feedback on the idea of implementing a charge on single-use cups in an effort to reduce litter and waste by encouraging the use…
‘Beautiful’ Scots city with iconic attraction named ‘most festive’ place to visit this winter
‘Beautiful’ Scots city with iconic attraction named ‘most festive’ place to visit this winter Inverness has been named the UK’s most festive city, thanks to its Christmas markets, cosy pubs and high chance of snowfall. A study by GO Outdoors ranked locations across the UK based on factors such as the average number of snow…
Fastfood fans ‘flying to Japan’ to try ‘best McDonald’s burger in the world’
Fastfood fans worldwide are flying to Japan to try what is being hailed as the ‘best McDonald’s burger in the world’. While McDonald’s serves over 70 million people each day, their menu offerings vary by country, sparking curiosity and excitement among fast-food enthusiasts. A recent TikTok video by user @imsparkzz has gone viral, showcasing Japan’s…
Wetherspoon fans have ‘so many questions’ after worker shares how breakfast item is cooked
Wetherspoon patrons left puzzled after employee reveals the preparation of a popular breakfast item. Fans of Wetherspoon were taken aback after a former employee disclosed the cooking method of a well-loved breakfast menu item. The pub chain is famous for its affordable offerings, from steak club deals to a ramen dish rivalling Wagamama. The breakfast…