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Livingston young people's housing project back on track after delay

The affordable homes programme was launched in 2023 and will run until 2027/2028.

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Report detailing efforts to increase burial space in North Lanarkshire approved by councillors

North Lanarkshire Council

Forecasts show that, with the exceptions of the new cemetery at Pather Farm in Wishaw and Eastfield and Cambusnethan Muslim burial areas, space available for burials is likely to be fully used within nine years.

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Hand crafted rocking horse is hoping to carve a tidy sum for Stirlingshire hospice

Ernie Schofield, from Bridge of Allan, set himself the ambitious challenge to create the stunning piece as a focus following a serious brain haemorrhage.

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South Lanarkshire education chief hails pupils after attainment levels increase

There were improvements in Nationals, Highers and Advanced Highers as well as National Progression Awards, Skills for Work Awards and National Certificates and Awards.

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Ayrshire kids shine at week-long summer dance camp

Running daily at the William McIlvanney Campus, in Kilmarnock, the programme gave young people the chance to explore a variety of styles.

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Former high flats residents get chance to move back to new Ayr housing scheme

The project, which cost around £17.2m including a £6.7m contribution from the Scottish Government, will see 75 new homes completed in January 2026.

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TK Maxx moves a step closer to move at former Debenhams store

TK Maxx previously lodged plans at the former Debenhams store.

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Dance studio proposals at former Chinese restaurant are kicked out by council planners

The former Moon Star restaurant, in the town’s North Harbour Street, was earmarked for the business venture.

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Intrepid 86-year-old raises cash for Scots hospice by climbing Ben Nevis in memory of pal

Murdoch McGregor, 86, from Sauchie, Clackmannanshire, was inspired to take on the adventure after having a close friend spend time in Strathcarron Hospice, in Denny, Falkirk.

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Political leaders on Scottish council promise to 'defend right to peaceful protest'

Perth and Kinross Council

Political leaders on a Scottish council have reaffirmed their commitment to being a "Council of Sanctuary"

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Perth and Kinross councillor wants local authorities to take control of national trunk roads

The Perth and Kinross councillor believes it could "minimise disruption" particularly in his Carse of Gowrie ward where recently "the A90 has been subject to near-constant major works"

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Lanarkshire man caught with more than 1500 child sex abuse photos and videos

Thomas Closs, 36, admitted downloading the vile material and sending dozens of images to other paedophiles online.

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Rutherglen woman clocks in to help bring 9 to 5: The Musical to the stage

Michelle Lynch is vice-president of one of Glasgow’s most beloved amateur theatre groups, The Minerva Club.

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Wishaw Golf Club proudly hosts its 2025 Club Championships

Three days of thrilling competition produced four worthy champions.

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Cala Homes (West) donates £7300 to Kilbryde Hospice as part of pledge at Jackton development

Since the launch of their Sequoia Meadows development back in 2021, the award-winning homebuilder has pledged to support the hospice with a "roof donation" for the completion of every home.

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Low river levels in Dumfries and Galloway causing concern for environment experts

The Esk, Annan, Nith, Dee and Cree have all been moved to 'early warning' status in the latest water scarcity report.

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Roadworks to allow new speed limit signs to be installed on busy Dumfries road

Temporary traffic lights will be in place on parts of the A701 in Locharbriggs and Heathhall next week.

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Number of cancer deaths in Dumfries and Galloway at highest level on record

New figures show nearly 600 people lost their lives to the disease over the space of 12 months.

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Fewer successful applications for specialised provision for children with additional support needs in Dumfries and Galloway

The number of successful applications in the region has fallen by one-third over the past three years.

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Dumfries and Galloway Council set to trigger public inquiry over controversial windfarm plans

Members are being urged to lodge an objection to plans for 13 turbines at Glenvernoch near Glentrool.

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Dumfriesshire opera singer creates scholarship to help talented youngsters

The Nicky Spence Scholarship has been established at London’s Guildhall School of Music and Drama to support vocal studies students.

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Scottish Water calling on people to use water as efficiently as possible to help protect resources and maintain normal supplies

Following the driest spring in Scotland in 70 years, August has been drier than average, meaning many reservoirs are below normal levels.

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Stirling lecturer thrills Radio One listeners with 'flying' Billie Eilish cover

Dr Boulton had previously been on the show with her version of a Taylor Swift track from a wasp's perspective - and now mosquitoes got the cover track treatment on her Friday morning appearance.

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Lanarkshire Philatelic Society returns for new session in September

Stamps of all countries, of sports, of nature and much more are collected by enthusiastic members.

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Google Everyone with a Gmail account issued 'red alert' over new AI scam Tech experts have explained how a new sophisticated scam using artificial intelligence is targeting 1.8billion Gmail accounts using Google's own AI model, Gemini

Mum raped by best friend's husband as children slept upstairs

Sarah Glen, 39, was raped by evil David Devine, 44, at his home in Busby, East Renfrewshire, in December 2022.

Teen girl charged after reportedly seen with bladed weapon on Scots street

Police Scotland

Police Scotland were called to the incident in Dundee on Saturday.

Son who collapsed in seizure on street offered 'remote consultation' instead of ambulance

Martin Logan accused the Scottish Ambulance Service call handler of 'just reading off a menu' after his son Gregor hit his head when having a tonic-clonic seizure.

Experienced climber suffered life threatening bleed after falling at notorious chain walk

Jo Randall, an experienced boulderer, was tackling the the Elie Chain walk in Fife, when she plunged to the ground.

North Lanarkshire Council North Lanarkshire Council’s Trading Standards Service gets Enforcement Order against Coatbridge firm and company director Order is against SPM Roofing and Rendering Limited and company director Sean Paul McFarlane and follows a high number of consumer complaints.

Jay Slater's mum furious as pal films bizarre video at scene of teen’s death

Jay Slater’s heartbroken mum Debbie Duncan has blasted pal Stephen ‘Rocky’ Roccas as 'sick' over his latest stunt in Tenerife, where her son died in summer 2024.

Toddler dies after being pushed non-stop on swing for 44 hours by his own mum

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Romechia Simms was 24-years-old when her schizophrenia pushed her to a deadly extreme

'I was 14 when I was forced to marry my 19-year-old cousin and live in a polyamorous cult'

Elissa Wall was just 14 when she was forced to marry her 19-year-old cousin in a ceremony conducted by the notorious Warren Jeffs, the leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Beat the Street returns for six weeks to Rutherglen and Cambuslang

The aim of the free game is to score points and win prizes for walking, running, cycling and scooting as far as possible.

North Lanarkshire Council North Lanarkshire Council’s Trading Standards Service gets Enforcement Order against Coatbridge firm and company director Order is against SPM Roofing and Rendering Limited and company director Sean Paul McFarlane and follows a high number of consumer complaints.

Jay Slater's mum furious as pal films bizarre video at scene of teen’s death

Jay Slater’s heartbroken mum Debbie Duncan has blasted pal Stephen ‘Rocky’ Roccas as 'sick' over his latest stunt in Tenerife, where her son died in summer 2024.

Marcelo Saracchi to sign for Celtic as exact transfer details revealed amid unexpected Boca call

The 27-year-old Uruguayan is bound for Glasgow after an agreement was reached for his services

Toddler dies after being pushed non-stop on swing for 44 hours by his own mum

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Romechia Simms was 24-years-old when her schizophrenia pushed her to a deadly extreme

'I was 14 when I was forced to marry my 19-year-old cousin and live in a polyamorous cult'

Elissa Wall was just 14 when she was forced to marry her 19-year-old cousin in a ceremony conducted by the notorious Warren Jeffs, the leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints