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Inspirational Dumfries woman honoured for dedicating her life to helping reunite people with lost pets
In a heartwarming recognition of her unwavering commitment to reuniting lost pets with their owners, Lee Herron from Dumfries has been honoured for her inspirational work. For the past eight years, Lee has dedicated herself to helping hundreds of people find their missing pets through the Facebook group she founded, Lost Dogs Dumfries and Galloway.…
Lockerbie Academy pupil named in prestigious young women’s list of achievers
Lockerbie Academy student Elsie Ong has been recognised in the prestigious 30 Under 30 list by The Young Women’s Movement. The 13-year-old, who is also a Girl Guide, has been commended for her outstanding work in campaigning and volunteering. Elsie has been actively involved in setting up a uniform bank to support local families, contributing…
Dumfries hospital parking overspill forcing patients and visitors to park on grass verges
Patients and visitors parking on grass verges outside Dumfries Infirmary face challenges due to parking overspill. Last Wednesday at noon, ten vehicles were observed parked on the grassy areas along The Old Road. An anonymous witness revealed that this has become a common occurrence, with elderly individuals having to park far from the hospital and…
Mum flaunts drastic weight loss and credits two things for helping her get abs
A mother has showcased her remarkable weight loss journey, attributing her achievement to two key factors that helped her develop abs over the years. Shannon Collins, 45, recently shared a before-and-after photo dating back to 2015 and 2024, demonstrating the significant transformation her body has undergone, leaving her followers amazed. Initially leading a lifestyle where…
Climate activists challenge Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields in court
Climate activists are taking legal action against the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields in the North Sea, with their case set to be heard in court. Greenpeace UK and Uplift will argue that the emissions resulting from burning oil and gas from these fields were unlawfully disregarded during the approval process in the…
Mum-of-two bleeds to death after trip to Turkey for weight loss surgery
A tragic incident unfolded as a mother of two bled to death following a journey to Turkey for weight loss surgery. Janet Lynne Savage, a 54-year-old driving instructor, underwent a gastric sleeve surgery in Antalya, where she suffered a slashed artery during the procedure, leading to cardiac arrest. Despite efforts to save her, Janet passed…
‘I adopted my neighbour’s dog – and now I’m worried they’ll make my life hell’
A woman’s act of compassion in adopting her neighbour’s neglected dog has sparked a bitter feud, with fears that her neighbours will retaliate and make her life difficult. The woman decided to step in and provide a loving home for the dog after witnessing her neighbours allowing the pet to roam the streets unsupervised, putting…
Brit beautician facing decades in US jail for ‘smuggling cocaine’ breaks silence
Brit Beautician Faces Decades in US Jail for Alleged Cocaine Smuggling: Daily Record A 28-year-old British beautician, Kim Hall, is speaking out after being arrested in the US for allegedly smuggling 43kg of cocaine in her suitcases. Hall, from Middlesbrough in Teesside, faces up to 60 years in jail after Homeland Security investigators found the…
Premier League football player in police probe over rape and sexual offence claims
A Premier League football player is currently under police investigation for allegations of rape and sexual offences, as reported by the Daily Record. The player, who is in his 30s, was initially arrested in the summer of 2022 in west London on suspicion of rape. Despite the ongoing investigation, he has continued to play for…
More than 10,000 terminally ill Scots dying in poverty every year
More than 10,000 terminally ill people in Scotland are dying in poverty every year, a report by Marie Curie Scotland reveals. The charity estimates that 10,400 terminally ill individuals pass away in poverty annually, which translates to one in four working-age people and one in six pensioners. This marks an increase from one in eight…