Satellite mapping could help save lives in flood-prone Dumfries and Galloway communities
Lives could be saved in flood-prone Dumfries and Galloway communities – thanks to a helping hand from outer space. Data from a new satellite emergency mapping service (SEMS) will mean…
Kirkcudbright Primary School given pass marks for Education Scotland
Kirkcudbright Primary School has earned pass marks in an inspection by Education Scotland. Key strengths under the newly-appointed headteacher and acting depute headteacher included a strong focus on improving learning…
The £27m Celtic bench that saved the day as Brendan needing big guns says it all about fearless Falkirk
It said it all about Falkirk’s sterling display at Celtic Park that Brendan Rodgers had to send for his big guns to finally get the better of the Bairns. John…
‘It’s been an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend volunteering.’
The journeys of Eva and Norma as volunteers at St Andrew’s Hospice showcase the profound impact of giving back – highlight the skills, experiences, and connections gained through volunteering and…
One third of South Lanarkshire retailers sold vapes to underage kids in test purchasing exercise
A third of South Lanarkshire retailers failed a test purchasing exercise by selling harmful vapes to underage kids. During 2023/2024, officers and young volunteers visited 125 premises across South Lanarkshire…
Zoe Ball returns to BBC Radio 2 after shock six week absence
Zoe Ball has returned to the air six weeks after she vanished from her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show without warning. The popular radio presenter, spoke to fans at the…
Opinion | Readers sound off on the Daniel Penny case, Trump’s SALT statements and milkweed
Penny’s trial should consider all of the facts Opelika, Ala.: Re “Battle in slay case” (Sept. 12): Well, well. There it is — in the first sentence, no less: the…
David Raya injury scare following Arsenal’s draw at Manchester City
David Raya has been in superb form for Arsenal (Picture: Getty Images) David Raya was seen limping and with some strapping on his leg after Arsenal’s dramatic draw with Manchester…
Scottish-Australian swimmer sets new Manhattan Island record despite health challenges
Andy Donaldson, the Scottish-Australian marathon swimmer, conquered Manhattan Island waters with a record-breaking swim, despite battling illness. The 33-year-old athlete clocked an impressive time of five hours, 41 minutes and…
50 pubs a month either closed or repurposed in first half of 2024
On average 50 pubs a month were either closed or repurposed in the first half of 2024 (Picture: Mike Kemp) More than 50 pubs a month on average were lost…