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Standard opening is start of a ‘new era’ in Dumfries
A £7.3 million investment has sparked a fresh beginning in Dumfries as the town’s Midsteeple Quarter on the High Street enters a “new era,” reports the Daily Record. The newly refurbished community-owned building, The Standard, has welcomed its first residents into seven newly developed flats, marking a significant milestone for the Dumfries town centre. Supported…
25p ‘latte levy’ on disposable coffee cups would hit poorest hardest, hospitality groups warn
A proposed 25p ‘latte levy’ on disposable coffee cups is causing concern among hospitality groups who warn that it would disproportionately impact the poorest members of society. The Scottish Government is seeking feedback on the idea of implementing a charge on single-use cups in an effort to reduce litter and waste by encouraging the use…
‘Beautiful’ Scots city with iconic attraction named ‘most festive’ place to visit this winter
‘Beautiful’ Scots city with iconic attraction named ‘most festive’ place to visit this winter Inverness has been named the UK’s most festive city, thanks to its Christmas markets, cosy pubs and high chance of snowfall. A study by GO Outdoors ranked locations across the UK based on factors such as the average number of snow…
Fastfood fans ‘flying to Japan’ to try ‘best McDonald’s burger in the world’
Fastfood fans worldwide are flying to Japan to try what is being hailed as the ‘best McDonald’s burger in the world’. While McDonald’s serves over 70 million people each day, their menu offerings vary by country, sparking curiosity and excitement among fast-food enthusiasts. A recent TikTok video by user @imsparkzz has gone viral, showcasing Japan’s…
Wetherspoon fans have ‘so many questions’ after worker shares how breakfast item is cooked
Wetherspoon patrons left puzzled after employee reveals the preparation of a popular breakfast item. Fans of Wetherspoon were taken aback after a former employee disclosed the cooking method of a well-loved breakfast menu item. The pub chain is famous for its affordable offerings, from steak club deals to a ramen dish rivalling Wagamama. The breakfast…
‘Justice’ for Wishaw family as man is convicted of murder
‘Justice’ for Wishaw family as man is convicted of murder A 48-year-old man has been found guilty of the murder of Kevan Doyle in Wishaw, a crime that took place two years ago. Steven McGhee was convicted at the High Court in Glasgow on Thursday, November 14. The tragic incident unfolded when officers responded to…
Mum of ‘murdered’ tot installed spy camera above cot due to ‘concerns’ about partner
A mother’s concerns about her partner’s behaviour led her to install a spy camera above her toddler’s cot months before the child allegedly suffered a fatal head injury, a court heard. Paula Roberts, 41, left her one year and 10-month-old son Charlie in the care of her partner Christopher Stockton, 38, while she went for…
Rally opposing Scone library closure attended by around 100 people
Around 100 people gathered in Scone over the weekend to protest the potential closure of the town’s library. The rally was held in response to the uncertain future facing seven libraries in Perth and Kinross, including Scone, North Inch (Perth), Dunkeld, Alyth, Auchterarder, Comrie, and Coupar Angus. These libraries are under threat following a decision…
Rapist police officer David Carrick pleads not guilty to multiple sex attacks on woman and girl
Former Metropolitan Police officer David Carrick has pleaded not guilty to multiple sex attacks on a woman and a teenage girl. The 49-year-old denied two counts of rape, one count of sexual assault, and one count of coercive and controlling behaviour against the woman between 2014 and 2019. Additionally, Carrick has denied five counts of…
Doctors say ‘perform just four exercises a week to help stave off dementia’
A recent study suggests that regular exercise could be crucial in preventing dementia, requiring only a few days of commitment each week. The University of the Andes’ research, which involved over 10,000 participants, discovered that frequent exercisers were 10% less likely to develop dementia by their 70s compared to non-exercisers. For those who find daily…