Tag: Scotland

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Scottish Paramedic Faces Rent Hike to Reach Hospital Shift

A Scottish paramedic recently shared his struggles with rising rents in Glasgow, which are making it difficult for NHS workers to afford to live close to their workplaces. Logan Vaughn, 31, faced eviction from...
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Edinburgh Fire Crews Battle Blaze for Hours: Emergency Services on Scene

A significant fire erupted near a block of flats in Edinburgh, causing emergency services to respond swiftly to the scene on Restalrig Road. The incident occurred at approximately 6:30 pm on Tuesday night when...
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Karen Gillian Fans Excited Over Resurfaced School Photo – Viral Sensation

Hollywood actress Karen Gillian recently delighted her fans by sharing a throwback photo from her school days on social media. The picture showed a young Karen with her signature ginger hair styled in a...
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Delays for West Lothian M8 Drivers Due to Police Incident – Traffic Update and...

A surprised passenger in Edinburgh witnessed a dramatic scene on the M8 involving multiple police cars rushing to a multi-vehicle incident. The witness, who chose to remain anonymous, described seeing five vehicles on the...
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New easyJet Flights from Edinburgh Airport to Top Holiday Destinations

Residents of Edinburgh will soon have easier access to exciting new holiday destinations in 2025, as easyJet announces the launch of six new flight routes from Scotland. These new routes are part of a...
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Cargo Crew at Edinburgh Airport Hear Double Bang During Descent – Safety Concerns Arise

Cargo crew at Edinburgh Airport experienced a concerning incident during the descent of a Boeing 737-400 freighter loaded with cargo from Stansted Airport. The crew heard a double bang as a 695kg container shifted...
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Group of Diners Leave Edinburgh Restaurant Without Paying £80 Bill – Staff Infuriated

Edinburgh restaurant staff were left angry when a group of diners left without paying their £80 bill. The incident occurred at Toby Carvery Lauriston Farm, where four young men ordered desserts after their meal...
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Rush Hour Delays for West Lothian M8 Drivers Due to Multi-Vehicle Collision

Commuters in West Lothian are experiencing significant delays this Monday morning due to a multi-vehicle collision on the M8. The crash, involving three vehicles, occurred just before 7am near Whitburn, causing one lane of...
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Tribute to Beloved Dad: Edinburgh Family Honors Father After MND Diagnosis

An Edinburgh family is honoring their late father, Patrick 'Pat' McGachan, who passed away in November 2023 after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) two years prior. Pat left behind his children Scott,...
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21-Year-Old Edinburgh Driver Arrested by Officers for Incident on Busy Road

An Edinburgh driver, who is 21 years old, was arrested by officers after an incident on a busy road on Friday evening. The officers stopped the vehicle on Russell Road around 9:25 pm following...
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The Pitt in Edinburgh Reveals Opening Date and Exciting New Food Vendors

Edinburgh's beloved food market, The Pitt, is set to open its doors in Granton after two years of anticipation. The new venue will feature an indoor market, outdoor street food area, coffee shop, bar,...
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Explore the Exciting Edinburgh Christmas Markets 2024 – A Festive Wonderland for All

Edinburgh is buzzing with excitement as the Christmas markets officially open their doors at 6pm on Friday evening in East Princes Street Gardens. The winter wonderland is filled with a variety of gift stalls,...
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Midlothian Housing Scheme: 1,000 New Homes Development Overview

A new housing scheme is in the works for Midlothian, with plans for a sustainable village called Lingerwood that will feature around 1,000 homes. The development, located off Stobhill Road near Newtongrange, will include...
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Missing Vulnerable Mother and Son in West Lothian: Growing Concerns

Police in West Lothian are seeking the public's help in locating a vulnerable mother and son who have gone missing from Broxburn. Mary Fleming, 66, and her son James Fleming, 37, were last seen...
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Arctic Blast to Bring Freezing Temperatures to Edinburgh

An arctic blast is on its way to Edinburgh, bringing freezing temperatures and wintry conditions to the city. The Met Office has issued warnings for cold air from the Arctic moving in, causing temperatures...
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Edinburgh Woman Wakes from Coma Unable to Move: What Happened?

An Edinburgh woman named Ania Turska, 42, woke up from an induced coma unable to move after contracting Covid-19 in August 2021. She was previously healthy and did not have any pre-existing conditions before...
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From Tears to Laughter: West Lothian Man’s Transformative Meet-Up Experience

Andy Beattie, a facilitator at Andy's Man Club in Broxburn, West Lothian, wants men in the area to know that there is a safe space for them to open up and seek help. He...
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Sam Heughan Spotted at Murrayfield Stadium During Scotland Match

Outlander actor Sam Heughan was seen at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, supporting Scotland during their rugby match against South Africa. He was wearing a navy jacket and Scotland strip, enthusiastically cheering on the team...
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Neglectful Carer in Edinburgh Leaves Resident Alone While Eating, Resulting in Choking

An incident in Edinburgh has led to a carer receiving a warning after leaving a resident unsupervised while eating, resulting in choking. The carer, Huong Vo Thanh Dang, was given an 18-month warning for...
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Understanding the Impact of Blood Cancer Diagnosis on Edinburgh Woman: A Personal Story

An Edinburgh woman, Aileen Lamb, who successfully fought acute myeloid leukaemia, expressed her optimism about the approval of a new cancer treatment drug called Axicabtagene ciloleucel (axi-cel). This drug is specifically for adults diagnosed...
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Stuart Hogg’s Girlfriend Ignored Warnings About Rugby Captain’s Behavior

Stuart Hogg's girlfriend, Leonna Mayor, chose to ignore warnings about his behavior from his ex-girlfriend, Jilly O'Donnell. Jilly, who dated Hogg for three years, revealed that he had lied about being separated from his...
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Tragic Murder of Young Scottish Mother by Ex-Partner on Bail: A Devastating Case of...

A tragic incident involving the murder of a young Scottish mother, Claire Inglis, by her ex-partner, Christopher McGowan, has left the community in shock. Claire was killed at the Stirling flat she shared with...
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Lothian Families of Ex-Miners Receive £1,500 Boost in UK Pension Scandal

Ex-miners in the Lothians are set to receive a boost in their pensions, thanks to a recent announcement by the Labour Government. This decision follows years of campaigning by former miners and their families...
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Janey Godley’s Final Tour in Edinburgh: Family Shares Funeral Plans

Scottish comedian Janey Godley's funeral is set to take place on November 30 as part of a two-day "final tour" of the cities she held dear, according to her daughter. Janey Godley passed away...
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Youth Disruption at Midlothian Pool Hall Sparks Police Response

A group of unruly youths in Midlothian caused a disturbance at a pool hall in Dalkeith on Friday evening, prompting a police response. The incident took place at around 7.50pm on November 9, with...
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Sir Chris Hoy Rediscovers Purpose and Drive Through Cancer Test Campaign: A Journey of...

Edinburgh's beloved Olympian, Sir Chris Hoy, has embarked on a new journey of purpose and drive through his campaign for cancer screening. The cycling legend, known for his six gold medals and 11 world...
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Tory MSP Sandesh Gulhane’s Heroic Act at Scottish Parliament: Saving a Life

A Tory MSP, Dr. Sandesh Gulhane, is being praised for his heroic actions at the Scottish Parliament when he saved a man's life by administering CPR after the man collapsed and became unresponsive. Dr....
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Edinburgh Police Release Image of Young Male Suspect in Wilful Fire Incident

Edinburgh police are asking for the public's help in identifying a young male suspect involved in a wilful fire incident. The incident occurred on Hammond Place in Greendykes on Sunday, October 6th around 4:50...
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Fire at West Lothian Flats: Smoke Billows into Sky

Firefighters rushed to a block of flats in Blackburn, West Lothian, as a fire broke out on the ground floor. Smoke could be seen coming from the property on Rowan Street around 10:20 am...
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Hearts European Match: Edinburgh Football Fans Light Pyros and Fireworks

Hearts fans in Edinburgh showed their support for the team before a crucial European match in the Europa Conference League. The Gorgie ultras marched on Tynecastle, lighting fireworks and flares that filled the street...