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A Lanarkshire organisation based in Strathaven has been awarded the highest accolade by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) for their outstanding support towards the Armed Forces Community. QTS Group, a leading railway contractor in the UK, received the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award in partnership with North Lanarkshire Council. This award is a…

Gilmourton Primary School in Strathaven has recently undergone an inspection by Education Scotland inspectors, and the resulting report was nothing short of glowing. The inspectors highlighted the school’s key strengths, noting that the children are eager and motivated to learn. They also observed that the students engage enthusiastically in their learning activities and embody the…

Liam Payne suspect breaks silence over drugs claims and shares unseen picture with star Argentinian waiter Brajan Nahuel Paiz, the suspect being investigated in connection with the death of former One Direction star Liam Payne, has spoken out to address the drug allegations and shed light on his relationship with the singer. Despite being labelled…

Larkhall & District Volunteer Group Receives Generous Grant from Housebuilder The Larkhall & District Volunteer Group (LDVG) is overjoyed to announce a substantial £5,000 donation from Persimmon West Scotland, aiding them in their mission to continue providing crucial support to the local community. LDVG is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of older adults and combatting…

Toy company Mattel issued an apology for a major misprint on the packaging of their new Wicked dolls, which directed consumers to a pornographic website instead of the movie’s official page. The dolls, featuring characters from the upcoming film adaptation of the popular Broadway musical “Wicked” starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, had packaging with…

Plans to rejuvenate a beloved beauty spot in Castle Douglas are underway, with a number of organisations collaborating to restore and enhance Carlingwark Loch. The Loch Ken Trust, Galloway Fisheries Trust, and Scotland’s Rural College are spearheading this project. They are inviting the public to learn more about their initiatives at a special meeting at…

Castle Douglas Care Home Given Ultimatum by Care Inspectorate in Cast of Licence Revocation A care home in Castle Douglas is facing the risk of losing its licence if improvements are not made within weeks. The Care Inspectorate has highlighted several concerns regarding Carlingwark House in Castle Douglas. An improvement notice was issued in September,…

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 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 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…