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Child poverty figures focus of blame game among West Lothian councillors
West Lothian Council
The Local Democracy Reporting Service first revealed West Lothian is in the top ten of highest levels of child poverty in the country. In a list of shame the county’s figure of 24.1% outstrips Edinburgh and neighbour South Lanarkshire.
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Historic Glasgow Cathedral feature 'hidden for centuries' to be honoured with trio of concerts
Glasgow
The project celebrates Glasgow 850 by showcasing the rediscovered 'hidden' feature with a new mosaic and a series of concerts.
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West Lothian mum follows daughter into midwifery after rekindling dream
West Lothian News
Jilliane McAdam collected her BM Midwifery degree alongside fellow School of Health & Social Care students at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall.
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Jacobite projectiles discovered on Culloden battlefield in major historical breakthrough
History
A three-pound cannon ball was one of the artefacts recovered.
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Teenager charged one year after pedestrian killed in fatal crash
Coatbridge
A 57-year-old woman was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where she later died following the collision in November 2024.
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Drivers warned not to ignore two 'critical' dashboard lights
Motoring News
There are a number of warning lights that can appear on your dashboard, but there are two that you should never ignore
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Free weight loss jabs to be offered to thousands of Scots in fight against obesity
Obesity
EXCLUSIVE: Scottish Labour Health Minister Zubir Ahmed said obesity is a "disease of poverty" and claimed the medications could cut the sickness benefits bill.
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Stirling Albion aim to inflict away-day blues on Citizens after cup thriller
Stirling Albion FC
The visitors on Saturday have the second-best away record in League Two - but the Binos will be hoping to reverse that trend and stay amongst the division's top four.
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The Scottish artist who makes amazing sculptures of famous Scots pubs and venues
Glasgow
""I like the fact that I can make something from people's memories that they can have to keep."
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MSP condemns SNP government over 'shocking' delay to £19m children's mental health unit for Ayrshire
Ayrshire News
The £19m National Secure Adolescent Inpatient Service, known as Foxgrove, was initially due to be completed more than three and a half years ago.
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Former home of legendary Scottish author at risk of ruin as fundraiser launched
Heritage
"Failing to preserve the cottage would be an immense loss for literary history."
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Three rushed to hospital in Aberdeen after horror crash near university
Aberdeen
Emergency services raced to King Street, near the University of Aberdeen's MacRobert building, after the alarm was raised at around 9.30am on Thursday.
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IBS sufferers could ease symptoms with specific diet, new NHS trial finds
NHS
The diet could be a "simple, enjoyable and highly effective first step" in managing the common condition, researchers said
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Scots university staff begin four-day strike over job cuts
Industrial action
The University and College Union Scotland said the dispute centres on senior managers' plans to make staff redundant at the university's executive office as part of efforts to save £2 million.
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10 best war films ranked for historical accuracy including iconic Scottish battle classic
Braveheart
War films are often questioned for accuracy, so here we rank the top 10 based on historical correctness, fan ratings, and expert opinions.
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Dad who dismissed back pain as 'sign of getting old' died just three weeks later
Universities and Colleges
The former school teacher-turned music tutor had been experiencing back pain and indigestion but attributed these symptoms to his age.
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Scotland's next generation of musicians to benefit from new UWS partnership
Ayrshire News
Bosses believe the deal will give students a range of exciting new opportunities.
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Dunblane children's author takes childhood passion into first book release
Dunblane
Her first book, 'Sunny and Stormy' is set for full release in February - and tells the story of two sisters who learn the need to embrace differences and accept yourself.
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Wishaw sisters celebrate Open University degrees at same graduation ceremony
Wishaw News
On Friday Kayleigh and Nicole Sharkey joined hundreds of other gowned graduates at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall to mark their achievements.
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Leading kids charity has say on proposed Wishaw neonatal unit changes
Wishaw General Hospital
Lia’s Wings, the UK charity that flies premature babies and critically ill children for specialist treatment, has called for a balanced approach to the Scottish Government’s planned changes to neonatal intensive care services.
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Police Scotland are under fire over failing to disclose how many controversial non-crime hate incidents they log
Police Scotland
The force are under fire over failing to disclose how many controversial non-crime hate incidents they log amid claims the data is being buried.
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Dumbarton teen praises NHS service after life-changing weight loss journey
Dumbarton
Since joining the Weigh to Go programme, Rhiana has dropped more than six stones - with the energy to get involved in a college course and volunteering.
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Five groups who should talk to a GP before taking Disprol, Hedex, Medinol and Panadol
Supermarkets
Paracetamol is a popular over-the-counter medication, but it is not suitable for everyone
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Glaswegians 'not spreading misinformation' on drug consumption room says Neil Gray
Universities and Colleges
"We want to have a harm reduction approach to ensure that people have a route into a recovery from their substance dependency and to ensure that we can save lives."
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