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Scots residents fume as ‘tankers pump sewage at bottom of their gardens’
Residents in Scotland are expressing their frustration and outrage as tankers continue to pump raw sewage at the bottom of their gardens, a situation aggravated by the absence of a mains link in nearly 100 homes. The waste collection process occurs on land initially designated as a children’s play area in Elphinstone, East Lothian but…
Hamilton Homebase up for sale after firm enters administration
Hamilton Homebase faces uncertain future as firm goes into administration, with the Hamilton branch now up for sale. The DIY and garden chain entered administration, risking thousands of jobs. Administrators have reached an agreement with retail group CDS to acquire 70 stores, leaving 74 stores, including the Hamilton outlet, in need of buyers by November…
North Lanarkshire Council launches information service for residents this winter
North Lanarkshire Council has introduced a new information service for residents to assist them throughout the winter season. The service offers guidance on various aspects of winter safety, consumer advice, travel, gritting, events, and activities, accessible through the council’s website. Councillor Helen Loughran, the Convener of the council’s Environment and Climate Change Committee, emphasised the…
£2K financial boost for Gatehouse-based Wheels of Fleet cycling group
Gatehouse-based cycling group, Wheels of Fleet, has received a generous financial boost of £2,000 from Kirkcudbright Rotary Club. This funding was raised through the Rotary’s annual cycling sportive event held in August, which aims to support local cycling charities. Wheels of Fleet, located in Gatehouse of Fleet, is dedicated to promoting cycling for all by…
‘I tasted Aldi’s new vegan footlong Pigs in Blankets – they reminded me of one thing’
Aldi’s Vegan Footlong Pigs in Blankets: A Taste Test Aldi has unveiled its newest offering, the world’s first foot-long vegan pig-in-blanket, as part of its Bottomless Pigs-in-Blanket Restaurant experience. As a vegetarian, I decided to take the plunge and give this innovative vegan twist on a classic festive treat a try. Pigs in blankets are…
Christmas Carols at Barwhillanty will offer the perfect festive treat for Stewartry opera lovers
Opera fans in Stewartry can look forward to a special festive treat next month as Blackbird Opera presents Christmas Carols at Barwhillanty House near Castle Douglas. The performance on Saturday, December 21 will include a mix of popular opera, classical highlights, and audience sing-along carols, promising a delightful experience just before Christmas Day. The concert…
Battery hub plan on Perthshire battlefield sparks conflict
Battlefield Conflict Erupts Over Proposed Battery Hub in Perthshire Residents of Perthshire are in uproar over plans to construct a battery storage hub on the historic site of the 1644 Battle of Tippermuir near Tibbermore village. The controversial proposal, which involves building a 50-megawatt battery storage system for renewables, has sparked heated debates among locals.…
New £36m Blairgowrie Recreation Centre to open early next year
A new £36 million Blairgowrie Recreation Centre is set to open early next year, becoming Scotland’s first ultra-low energy swimming pool and recreation centre. The centre is a replacement for the existing Blairgowrie Recreation Centre and is on track to open ahead of schedule to avoid disruption to Blairgowrie High School’s prelim timetable. The new…
Missing man found alive after family searched ‘every day’ for 18 months
A man who disappeared last year has been found alive and well after his family’s relentless search for 18 months. Shane Barnett went missing after leaving the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff on May 7, 2023, as seen on CCTV footage. Despite numerous efforts from South Wales Police and his family to locate the…
Dalbeattie High School receive Silver UNICEF UK Right Respecting School Award
Dalbeattie High School in Scotland has been honoured with the prestigious Silver UNICEF UK Right Respecting School Award. The school community collaborated to gather evidence towards three main outcomes: teaching and learning about rights, teaching and learning through rights, and being ambassadors for the rights of others. The evidence presented included various initiatives such as…