Tag: Scotland
Edinburgh Police Launch Manhunt for Woman Assault Suspect
Edinburgh Police Launch Manhunt for Woman Assault SuspectEdinburgh detectives are on high alert after an attempted robbery took place on Tuesday evening, December 10, prompting a city-wide manhunt for the suspects involved in the...
West Lothian Solar Farm Plan Proceeds Despite Local Concerns
Plans for a massive solar farm in West Lothian have stirred up a storm of controversy among residents and local officials. The proposal involves converting 148 acres of open farmland into a sprawling solar...
Edinburgh Driver Found Just Under Drink Drive Limit
A 'lucky' Edinburgh driver narrowly escaped a potential drink driving charge after being stopped by officers for having "one pint after work" on Sunday night. The motorist, whose identity remains undisclosed, was pulled over...
West Lothian Gymnastics Club Ensures Member Safety Post Fire Incident
West Lothian Gymnastics Club Faces Fire IncidentA West Lothian gymnastics club faced a terrifying ordeal when a fire broke out at the Brucefield Industrial Estate in Livingston on December 7. The blaze quickly spread...
Massive Fire Breaks Out at West Lothian Industrial Estate: Thick Black Smoke Seen for...
A massive fire has engulfed a building at the Brucefield Industrial Estate in West Lothian, also known as Bellsquarry, Livingston. The blaze, which started shortly before 1.30 pm on Saturday, December 7, has sent...
Edinburgh Leisure’s Flagship Climbing Arena Receives ‘World Class’ Upgrade
Edinburgh Leisure Unveils 'World Class' Upgrade at International Climbing ArenaIn a thrilling turn of events for climbing enthusiasts in Edinburgh, the highly anticipated upgrade at the International Climbing Arena is finally set to be...
Scottish Dad Wins £27k on Deal or No Deal Thanks to Mystic Son
James Fitzpatrick, a Scottish dad from Glasgow, struck gold on a recent episode of Deal or No Deal, walking away with a life-changing £27,270. This thrilling episode had viewers on the edge of their...
Ukrainian Caught with Over £1m in Scottish Money in Russian Money Investigation
Russian Money Sting: Ukrainian Caught with £1m in Scottish Bank NotesIn a shocking turn of events, authorities apprehended Ruslan Kaziuk, a 42-year-old Ukrainian national, as he attempted to leave the UK from a port...
Edinburgh Driver Causes Serious Crash on Bypass by Using Phone
Title: Driver Charged for Using Phone While Passing Serious Crash on Edinburgh BypassA driver has been charged after being caught using a phone with both hands while driving past a serious crash on the...
West Lothian Council Tenants to Experience £3 Weekly Rent Increase
Council tenants in West Lothian are bracing for a significant change in their monthly budgets as they face a £3 weekly rent increase next year. The proposal, which equates to a 3.5% rise in...
Investigation into Edinburgh Prisoner’s Covid-Related Death – What to Expect
Investigation into Edinburgh Prisoner's Covid-Related Death - What to ExpectA Fatal Accident Inquiry is set to take place over the death of an Edinburgh prisoner. John Hay Angus, 66, died on April 9, 2020,...
Community Support for Woman Rescued from Fire in East Lothian
Residents Unite to Support Woman Rescued from Devastating Fire in East LothianResidents of an East Lothian estate have banded together to offer support to a woman who narrowly escaped a traumatic fire thanks to...
West Lothian Man Missing: Police Concern Grows
West Lothian Man Missing: Police Concern GrowsIn a concerning turn of events, Fraser Allan, a 43-year-old man from West Lothian, has gone missing after failing to return home. The last known sighting of Allan...
Edinburgh Weather: Snow Blast Forecast by Met Office – Latest Updates
Edinburgh Braces for Snow Blast as Met Office Issues ForecastEdinburgh residents are urged to prepare for a potential snowfall over the upcoming weekend, as per the latest weather forecasts from the Met Office. Following...
Potential Strikes at Edinburgh Airport During Busy Holiday Season
Potential Strikes Loom Over Edinburgh Airport This Holiday SeasonEdinburgh Airport is facing potential strikes during the busy holiday season, threatening to disrupt both domestic and international flights. Tanker drivers employed by North Air,...
Ekin-Su from Love Island worried about contracting illness during Scottish hotel stay
Former Love Island winner Ekin-Su recently had a scare while on a trip to Scotland. The 30-year-old thought she might have caught an illness after drinking tap water at a luxury hotel. She reached...
Edinburgh Road Closed Due to Collision: Police on Scene
Emergency services responded to a collision in Edinburgh, resulting in the closure of a busy road in the early hours of Thursday morning. The incident took place on Morningside Road around 1am. A local...
Edinburgh Families Excited for Coca Cola Truck at Shopping Park
Dozens of families in Edinburgh were filled with excitement as they gathered at Fort Kinnaird to see the famous Coca Cola Christmas truck. This red truck, known for spreading holiday cheer, made a stop...
Man Attacks Seals at East Lothian Harbour: Police Investigation underway
Police in East Lothian are currently investigating a disturbing incident where two seals were allegedly attacked by a man near the harbour on Victoria Road in North Berwick. The incident was reported to the...
Capture of Fugitive Complaining About Mugshot Leads to Arrest in Edinburgh
A fugitive named George Whittaker, 43, was captured in Edinburgh after complaining to the police about his 'hungover' mugshot. Whittaker, who was wanted for breaching his license due to stealing £3 million worth of...
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Stabbing Mother to Death
A man has been sentenced to life in prison for stabbing his mother to death while he was high on drugs. Carol Ann Cameron, a cancer care nurse from Uphall in West Lothian, was...
Scottish man loses £250k in gambling spree after paycheck
Colin Brown, a 42-year-old man from Leven in Fife, recently opened up about his struggles with a gambling addiction that led him to lose over £250,000. His addiction began at a young age when...
Patrols in West Lothian to Address Anti-Social Behavior by Off-Road Bikers
Police officers in West Lothian are currently conducting patrols in the Broxburn Bing area in response to complaints about anti-social behavior by off-road bikers. The authorities have taken to social media to confirm that...
Scottish Journalist Kirsty Wark Joins 12 Others in Complaint Against Gregg Wallace
Former Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark, along with 12 other individuals, has come forward with allegations of inappropriate sexual comments against MasterChef host Gregg Wallace. The BBC has confirmed that Wallace will be stepping down...
Support Urged for Rent Control by Tenants Struggling to Make Ends Meet
Tenants in Scotland are demanding support for rent control as they struggle to make ends meet. A group of tenants protested outside the Scottish Parliament, urging politicians to back rent controls before the Housing...
Reckless Stunts: Masked Edinburgh Youths on Wrong Side of City Centre Road
A group of balaclava-wearing youths were seen performing dangerous stunts on a busy city centre road in Edinburgh. The incident took place on Nicolson Street around 1.30pm on Wednesday afternoon, as captured in a...
Scottish Woman Scams Men by Pretending to Have a Baby for Money
A woman from Scotland, Angela Newlands, was recently involved in a series of fraudulent activities where she pretended to have a baby in order to deceive elderly and vulnerable men into giving her money....
Edinburgh Contestant Leaves The Chase Empty-Handed: Fans Slam ‘Boring’ Episode
An Edinburgh local named Donald appeared on ITV's The Chase but unfortunately, he was caught by the quizmaster and the team left empty-handed. Viewers criticized the show for being boring and not exciting to...
Emergency Evacuation in East Lothian: School and Homes Cleared, Roads Closed – Latest Updates
An evacuation took place in East Lothian, with St Gabriel's Primary School and several homes being cleared due to gas mains repair work. Children from the school were moved to St Gabriel's Church Hall...
Tragic Discovery: Scottish Crash Victim Found Dead at Home Months After Car Accident
Gemma Love, a Scottish crash victim who bravely shared her story of being trapped in a car with a dying colleague, has tragically been found dead at her home in Airdrie. The 27-year-old passed...