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Rotary Club of Castle Douglas announces details of Santa’s visit as Christmas excitement builds
Rotary Club of Castle Douglas to Spread Christmas Cheer with Santa’s Sleigh Tours As Christmas excitement builds in Castle Douglas, the Rotary Club of the town has announced the much-anticipated details of Santa’s upcoming visit with his sleigh. The jolly man in red will be touring the streets, aiming to bring joy to as many…
Schoolboy’s ‘nose hanging off’ after e-bike involved in hit and run
Schoolboy’s ‘nose hanging off’ after e-bike involved in hit-and-run A schoolboy named Carter Ralph was left with his nose “hanging off” after being involved in a hit-and-run incident with an e-bike. The 10-year-old boy was struck on the pavement near his home while he was on a children’s scooter. The incident occurred on October 30…
Additional funds in teaching resources at Dumfries school paying off
Additional funds invested in teaching resources at a secondary school in Dumfries are yielding positive results, according to inspectors from His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education (HMIe). St Joseph’s College received a glowing report card following an assessment in August this year. The head teacher was commended for providing nurturing and supportive leadership, with improvements noted…
Dumfries and Galloway councillor calls for more action to tackle housing emergency
Dumfries and Galloway Councillor Urges More Action to Address Housing Crisis A Dumfries and Galloway councillor has called for urgent action to tackle the housing emergency in the region. Councillor Linda Dorward of Lochar has demanded that the council puts pressure on the Scottish Government to allocate a portion of the extra £1.5 billion received…
I’m A Celebrity star Tulisa said she’ll quit showbiz in next two years
I’m A Celebrity Star Tulisa Announces Plan to Exit Showbiz Within Two Years Former N Dubz singer Tulisa Contostavlos has surprised fans with her recent revelation that she intends to leave showbiz within the next two years. The 36-year-old, who has just landed in Australia, shared that she will be investing the money she earns…
New calls for State Pension age public inquiry for 1950s-born women affected by DWP changes
Calls for Public Inquiry into State Pension Age Changes for 1950s-Born Women An online petition has been launched calling for a public inquiry into changes made to the State Pension age for women born in the 1950s. This comes despite the findings of an independent investigation by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman earlier this…
Shocking moment man smashed up car on Scots street while screaming ‘fighting with my family?’
Residents on a West Lothian street witnessed a disturbing scene as a man went on a rampage, smashing up a car in a fit of rage. The shocking incident, caught on a Ring doorbell camera, unfolded on Cardross Crescent in Broxburn around 6 pm on Saturday, November 9. In the footage, two individuals can be…
Doctor says simple and tasty swap for ‘so-called superfoods’ can boost health
Doctor Unveils Affordable and Healthy Food Swap for ‘Superfoods’ Dr Karan Raj, a well-known doctor and author, has revealed a simple yet highly effective health food hack that he believes can significantly benefit your health while also saving you money. With a massive following on TikTok and a book titled This Book Will Save Your…
It is time to take back control of Scots school amid violence epidemic
Violence in schools across Scotland has reached epidemic levels, with more than 200 school staff being physically assaulted or verbally abused every day. The shocking statistics, revealed by the GMB trade union, are just the tip of the iceberg, as many incidents go unreported. The issue of school violence has been a focus for the…
Labour Universal Credit reforms will have 110,000 Scots households £420 better off
Labour Universal Credit reforms are set to benefit 110,000 Scottish households by an average of £420, according to the UK Government. The new Fair Repayment Rate will limit the amount repaid from benefit payments for short-term loans and debts to 15% instead of 25%. This change is expected to take effect in April, with the…