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Experienced climber suffered life threatening bleed after falling at notorious chain walk
RNLI
Jo Randall, an experienced boulderer, was tackling the the Elie Chain walk in Fife, when she plunged to the ground.
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Six children taken to hospital in 'mass casualty' incident at beach
Coastguard
Emergency services descended on the scene after several children were seen in 'serious difficulty' in the sea off the slipway.
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'Exhausted' kayakers rescued by Ayrshire lifeboat crew
Coastguard
Two Kayakers were rescued from the Firth of Clyde near Largs Yacht Haven by Largs RNLI on Monday evening, August 20
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Ayrshire lifeboat crew rescue paddleboarder in difficulty in Firth of Clyde
Coastguard
A paddleboarder who got into difficulty off the coast of Ardrossan was rescued by volunteer crews from the RNLI in Troon
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Ayrshire lifeboat crew and coastguard helicopter rescue people on inflatables
Coastguard
Two people were rescued by RNLI Troon and the Coastguard Rescue Helicopter after getting onto difficulty off the coast of Ayr.
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Small boat crossings-themed float banned from Scots gala day after protest fears
Galloway News
Parade organisers received a number of concerns over the entry, which they believe is "not appropriate" for the family friendly event.
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Teenage fisherman rescued by lifeboat after being cut off by tide on Scots coast
Dumfries News
The teenager raised the alarm after being left stranded at Southerness in Dumfries and Galloway.
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Fundraising campaign aims to secure future of vital Dumfries and Galloway rescue service
Galloway News
Fleet Bay Inshore Rescue Boat needs to make changes so it can once again be called out by the Coastguard.
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Gala parade entry in Scots town under police scrutiny after 'bad taste' claims
Galloway News
The Solway Border Force entry aimed to poke fun and raise awareness of issues with small boat crossings bringing migrants to the UK.
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Ayrshire lifeboat rescues two people from sinking boat
Coastguard
Volunteer crews from the RNLI in Largs were assisted by the Coastguard Rescue Helicopter after saving two people from a sinking dinghy.
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Kayaker helicoptered to safety after getting into trouble off most southern point of Scotland
Galloway News
Lifeboat, coastguard crews and a Stena Line ship responded to the kayaker's mayday call.
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Two women die after being pulled from the water at nearby UK beaches
Accidents
The tragedies were witnessed by several people visiting the beaches to enjoy the weekend weather.
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Six things everyone needs to know before wild swimming in Scotland
Swimming
Summertime is the best time of year to brave the sea or open water, but there are a few things to bear in mind if you're thinking of taking the plunge
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Family swept out to sea at Scots beach rescued by quick-thinking couple
RNLI
Sean Bowman swam out to save the 12-year-old and her parents, while his partner Emma Picken alerted emergency services.
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Deposit boost for key workers looking to buy a home in North Lanarkshire
Lanarkshire Homes & Property
Barratt Redrow has extended its scheme to include social workers, nursery workers and pharmacists
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Lifeboats from around Solway coast come together for Kippford RNLI open day
Galloway News
The host crew were joined by boats from Workington, Kirkcudbright and Nith Inshore Rescue
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Teenage girl dies while swimming on full stomach after eating 'pizza and chips'
Accidents
Lucy Reed, went swimming with her friend just off Cleethorpes beach on June 24, 2023. Her mother, Liz, raised the alarm when her daughter failed to meet her at the pre-arranged meeting point.
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Phenomenal fundraising for Kirkcudbright Lifeboat station upgrade in line for an award
Galloway News
The appeal has raised an incredible £120,000 and has been nominated for the Scottish Fundraising Awards.
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Teen girl dies four days after 'getting into difficulty' at popular beach
Children
Emergency services raced to the scene shortly before 5pm on July 24, following reports of concern for the welfare of 13-year-old Edie Smart.
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Lifeboat crew rescue capsized kayaker in dangerous waters after dramatic call-out
RNLI
Volunteers raced from a town celebration to save a kayaker clinging to an overturned craft off North Berwick after a dramatic Saturday night call-out.
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Stewartry Museum recreated in miniature for Kirkcudbright Art and Crafts Trail
Galloway News
The interior of the town's rebuilt lifeboat station has also been recreated for the Boatshed Bricks exhibition.
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New Girvan flag to be revealed next weekend
Ayrshire News
A ceremony will take place to unveil which design won the public vote and will become the new flag of Girvan.
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Walker rescued on busy night for Ayrshire lifeboat crew
Ayrshire News
Troon RNLI were called out four times in what was a busy evening's work for the lifeboat crews.
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Tall Ships Races Aberdeen set sail as visitors 'wowed' after Deacon Blue opening
Aberdeen
Thousands of visitors attended the Tall Ships Races Aberdeen this morning.
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