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Original star of hit Broadway musical inspires students at Dumfries theatre school Christina Modestou, renowned for originating the role of Anne Boleyn in SIX The Musical, made a special appearance at Razzamataz Dumfries. The talented actress, who has also performed in national tours of popular productions like Shrek, Rent, Little Shop of Horrors, and We…

**Major warning issued after common household item sparks fire that destroys bedroom** A warning has been issued by the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) about the dangers of electrical items after a fire that destroyed a bedroom. Photos of the aftermath of the blaze were shared on social media in an effort to…

A Scottish mother is fighting for her life in a coma with a severe brain injury after being struck by an SUV in America. Jane Rubens, 73, from Edinburgh, has undergone several brain surgeries and remains in a critical condition following the incident in St. Louis, Missouri, on November 1. Despite the traumatic ordeal, her…

A care home worker in West Lothian has been removed from their position for allegedly stealing cigarettes from a vulnerable resident. Abbey McCormack, who was employed as a care assistant at Redmill Nursing Home in Bathgate by HC-One Limited, was found to have acted “dishonestly”. The incident occurred around October 29 and October 30, 2023,…

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has shared his insights on dining do’s and don’ts, revealing a popular dish he advises diners to steer clear of when ordering from restaurant menus. In a recent interview with Town and Country, Ramsay disclosed that he avoids ordering the ‘soup of the day’, a common item on many menus. He…

Domestic abuse fears for Scottish children are on the rise as reports surge by 20%. Concerns about children suffering from domestic abuse in Scottish households have escalated by nearly 20%, with cases anticipated to increase further in the lead-up to Christmas. During the last six months, the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to…

West Lothian is set to host its first Christmas drive-in cinema, with proceeds going to the Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS). The Centre, Livingston, one of the largest shopping centres in Scotland, has unveiled its Christmas events plan to support CHAS. This marks the third year of partnership between the shopping centre and the charity,…

A Scottish waste management company with a cheeky name has made headlines after unveiling advertising signage at Premiership football club St Johnstone. Shyte Shifters Waste Management, known for its humorous name, has taken out advertising space in the East Stand at St Johnstone’s McDiarmid Park for the next two years. The company first gained attention…

Sanquhar Primary School pupils were thrilled to meet celebrity Paddy McGuinness as he embarked on his charity cycling tour through the region. The children cheered on the BBC 2 DJ as he cycled his way through Dumfries and Galloway on a 300-mile endurance challenge from Wrexham AFC to Glasgow. Paddy, known for presenting “Take Me…

Lochrutton Women’s Institute (SWI) members were treated to a festive hands-on Christmas craft-making demonstration by Anne McLauchlan, as reported by the Daily Record. The demonstration, which involved creating snowflake Christmas decorations, was thoroughly enjoyed by all attendees at the November meeting. The gathering also marked the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Lochrutton SWI, where President…