A Lanarkshire recovery service team has received recognition for their innovative approach to addressing substance use challenges. The South Lanarkshire Recovery Oriented Justice Service (ROJS) was presented with the Integrated Care Award at Scotland’s Health Awards. The multidisciplinary team was honoured for their exemplary efforts in tackling the profound issues related to substance use by…

Residents of Callander have come together to spread festive cheer this Christmas season by raising an impressive £22,000 to enhance the town’s Christmas lights display. Each year, the town undergoes a magical transformation into a winter wonderland, and this year is no different as preparations are underway to extend the traditional lights along the main…

A bridesmaid at a wedding has sparked outrage after demanding a woman leave the event due to her “inappropriate” dress. The incident took place at a wedding where the woman had flown in from overseas to attend her close friend’s special day. She had chosen a yellow dress for the occasion, which she described as…

Mum Takes Unexpected Career Turn After Cancer Diagnosis Jacqueline, a 40-year-old mother, refused to let her cancer diagnosis hold her back. In a surprising move, she embraced a new career that has since changed her life for the better. After being diagnosed with gastric neuroendocrine cancer, Jacqueline found it challenging to continue working due to…

Cowie Primary School in Stirling has been commended for its proactive approach in tackling bullying, as it was lauded by the Scottish Government during the launch of the new national anti-bullying guidance for schools. The school welcomed Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, Jenny Gilruth, and Lorraine Glass, Director of respectme, to introduce the updated…

Dumfries and Galloway Council Pays Out Over £300k in Pothole Compensation Dumfries and Galloway Council has reportedly paid out more than £300,000 in compensation to drivers due to pothole damage over the past year. The local authority received nearly 20,000 reports of potholes in the 2023/24 period. These figures were disclosed following information requests by…

The tragic death of Alan Plummer, the husband of late TV star Erin Jayne Plummer, has taken a heartbreaking turn as his body was discovered next to a cliff on Sunday. Alan, aged 49, who shared three children with the Australian presenter, passed away just two years after Erin sadly took her own life. Initially,…

**Kids TV Favourite Timmy Mallett Returns to Dumfries and Galloway by Bike** Popular children’s TV presenter, Timmy Mallett, has made a return visit to Dumfries and Galloway this week. He is currently cycling his way around the Rhins of Galloway on his bike. Timmy Mallett, known for his iconic Saturday morning shows like Wacaday and…