Scottish leader Alex Cole-Hamilton has announced plans to spend an extra £400m on social care. BBC News
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Injured walrus makes a surprise visit to Orkney pier
The mammal – which appeared to have some injuries – was spotted at Stronsay. BBC News
Read More »Inquiry to examine fatal dog attack on kennel owner
Adam Watts died in December 2021 after being attacked by a large bulldog-type dog BBC News
Read More »Queen of the South report £200,000 loss as they maintain a full-time side
An extended spell in the third tier of Scottish football puts “increased financial pressures” on the Dumfries side. BBC News
Read More »Robert MacIntyre not fazed by criticism of Masters behaviour
MacIntyre stopped short of apologising, but believes he has the right set-up in place to perform well as he seeks a third PGA Tour victory. “I’ve got my family, friends and team, they are the ones I really listen to,” he said. “If I’ve done something wrong, they’ll tell me. …
Read More »Council apologises for 'unavoidable' payment disruption
Scottish Borders Council says the problems will be temporary as it moves to a new system with “improved payment options”. BBC News
Read More »Swinney denies SNP grocery price cap is 'potty gimmick'
The first minister defends his party’s plans to impose a limit on the cost of “essential” items. BBC News
Read More »John McGlynn worthy of Celtic consideration, says Neil Lennon
Neil Lennon reckons John McGlynn should be “in the conversation” to become the next Celtic manager as the Dunfermline Athletic boss aims to get the better of his Falkirk counterpart in Saturday’s Scottish Cup semi-final. As they prepare to meet at Hampden, Lennon, who had two spells in charge at …
Read More »Scottish gossip: Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Oli McBurnie, Michael Stewart
Former Scotland midfielder Michael Stewart has accused the SFA of “trying to silence voices of dissent” after the pundit was banned from Hampden Park for his criticism of referees (Scottish Sun), external. Rangers target Silas Andersen of BK Haken remains on FC Koln’s list of potential replacements for midfielder Eric …
Read More »Scotland's papers: Sexual harassment complaints and BrewDog debts
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland. BBC News
Read More »'It's like climbing half the Eiger': Help on the way for notorious Aberdeen stairs
People welcome plans to finally install escalators in an Aberdeen shopping centre after 42 years. BBC News
Read More »Sinatra fan Jimmy does it his way to keep promise to late wife
Jimmy Moir went to L.A. to see where his idol made his music – and ended up with a few surprises. BBC News
Read More »'Tori Amos tracked me down to say she loved my art'
The singer bought several items designed by Glasgow artist Anita Glass and wanted to tell her how much she liked them. BBC News
Read More »Monk missing from Orkney island presumed dead, says church
Justin Evans, 24, was last seen within Golgotha Monastery on Papa Stronsay. BBC News
Read More »Celtic fan banned from football matches for three years
Ciaran Wason was also ordered to do 250 hours of unpaid work following an incident in December 2024. BBC News
Read More »Paisley Alive festival killed off due to low ticket sales
He said: “A significant amount of work has gone into developing Paisley Alive over the past two years, built on a genuine belief in what it could become. The intention was always to create something positive for the town – something new, and something the community could be proud of. …
Read More »Quirky Edinburgh restaurant building could become short-term let
The Aghtamar Lake Van Monastery in Exile was once famous in Edinburgh for its all-nght banquets and elusive owner. BBC News
Read More »Dunfermline Athletic: Neil Lennon annoyed at ‘unfair’ fixtures
Dunfermline were unbeaten in eight games before losing away to title-chasing Partick Thistle on Saturday, with Lennon admitting that meeting Premiership side Falkirk had been in his thoughts when selecting his team at Firhill. “We’re getting punished for players getting picked for Scotland and for getting to the semi-final,” he …
Read More »Team Scotland condemns 'abhorrent' racist abuse aimed at its models
Racist comments have been made about the models who showcased the outfits, accusing them of not being Scottish. BBC News
Read More »Retailers criticise SNP's 'gimmick' food price cap promise
John Swinney said it was a “moral outrage” that people cannot afford to feed themselves properly because of the rising cost of living. BBC News
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