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Donations sought for new Dumfriesshire sculpture
Donations Appeal Launched for New Dumfriesshire Sculpture An appeal has been made to raise £100k for a remarkable new landmark in Annan. The Public Art Centrepiece project revealed its chosen design to the community during a coffee morning commemorating the loss of two iconic bridges to heavy flooding three years ago. The project, to be…
Man to appear in court following £150k A9 cannabis recovery
A man is set to appear in court after a significant cannabis recovery worth £150,000 was made on the A9 near Auchterarder. The incident took place on Friday, November 1, when herbal cannabis was discovered in a car traveling northbound on the A9 and subsequently stopped by the authorities. The estimated street value of the…
Lanarkshire railway volunteer celebrated at annual ‘ScotRail in the Community Awards’
Lanarkshire volunteer honoured at ‘ScotRail in the Community Awards’ A Lanarkshire volunteer has been commended at the annual ScotRail in the Community Awards. Diane Whateley received the title of Community Rail Partnership (CRP) Member of the Year. Diane was awarded for her dedication to her local community and the Community Rail Partnership. She plays a…
Sister of Scots mum feared murdered in Spain will seek justice ‘forever’ nine years after she vanished
Lisa Brown, a Scottish mother who disappeared in Spain nine years ago, is still being remembered and sought after by her family. Lisa was reported missing in Costa Del Sol on November 4, 2015, when she failed to pick up her son from school. On the ninth anniversary of her disappearance, Lisa’s sister, Helen, has…
Barcelona Airport flights cancelled amid ‘red alert’ warning during flash floods
Barcelona Airport flights were cancelled due to a ‘red alert’ being issued during flash floods in the area. The storms in Spain led to severe flooding at El-Prat, Barcelona’s main airport, as well as in surrounding areas. The country’s weather service issued a ‘red’ alert for rain, advising locals not to travel unless absolutely necessary.…
Ex Scotland rugby star Stuart Hogg admits five- year domestic abuse campaign against wife
Former Scotland rugby star Stuart Hogg has admitted to a domestic abuse campaign against his estranged wife that spanned five years. The ex-captain of Scotland, who currently plays for French club Montpellier, appeared at Selkirk Sheriff Court where he pleaded guilty to a single charge of domestic abuse against his ex-wife, Gillian Hogg, between 2019…
SNP accuse Labour of failing to deliver a £150million “war chest” to fight child poverty in Scotland
The Scottish National Party (SNP) has accused the Labour Party of failing to deliver a promised £150 million “war chest” to combat child poverty in Scotland. SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has called on Scottish Secretary Ian Murray to provide the funds as pledged during the election campaign. During the campaign, Ian Murray stated that…
West Lothian veteran thanks charity that offered ‘life saving’ support
West Lothian Veteran Grateful for ‘Life Saving’ Support from Charity A veteran from West Lothian has expressed his gratitude towards Sight Scotland Veterans for their invaluable support, which he describes as ‘life-saving’. Royal Scots Drum Major Andrew Keane, 78, credits the charity for giving him the opportunity to march in the Cenotaph Parade once again,…
Private island in West Highlands could be yours for just £325,000
A private island nestled in the picturesque West Highlands of Scotland is currently on the market for a bargain price of just £325,000. The serene hideaway, known as Eilean Mor, spans 29.98 acres and can only be accessed by boat or a scenic low-tide causeway. This idyllic island offers nature enthusiasts a rare opportunity to…
Scots soldier died after telling wife army failed to help him ‘deal with emotions’
A Scottish soldier tragically passed away after confiding in his wife that the army had failed to assist him in managing his emotions, an inquest revealed. Nicki Hart, 33, who had a history of mental health issues, was found deceased from hanging at Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire in February 2022. The Northallerton Coroners Court…