Demonstrators rally against budget cuts fearing impact on vulnerable groups and vital services in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Budget Meeting Faces Protest Over Potential Service Cuts Hey, guess what’s happening in Edinburgh? Protesters gathered as councillors discussed the budget. Cuts could hurt vulnerable people, they said. The meeting happened to decide the budget for next year. Unison,…
Scottish Borders Council approves a 10% council tax hike for 2025/26 despite opposition. Band D properties face £135 extra annually. Borders Council Approves 10 Percent Council Tax Increase The council approved a large council tax increase. It passed on Thursday, February 20. This rise is much higher than current inflation. The council says taxes are…
Council reveals budget options to address funding gap. Prioritizing services like libraries and Eglinton Park. North Ayrshire Council Outlines Budget Options for 2025/26 Year Hey, check out this council stuff. They’re making some budget decisions soon. Some things are safe from cuts now. The Arran center and libraries will stay open. Eglinton Park rangers aren’t…
A seagull rescued by the SSPCA in Alloa has been spotted 1,800 miles away on a beach in Agadir, Morocco. Alloa: Rescued Seagull Spotted 1,800 Miles Away in Morocco Last May, someone rescued Gulliver from a bin. He is a lesser black-backed gull, rescued in Paisley, a residential area. A passer-by found Gulliver trapped and…
Midlothian councillors might approve a 10% council tax increase to address budget gaps, following East Lothian’s example. Midlothian Council Considers 10 Percent Council Tax Increase Midlothian councillors may raise council tax. A ten percent increase could pass next week. Budget papers already support this plan. The group suggests more tax hikes later, proposing 9% next…
Fife Council approves a controversial 8.2% council tax hike to fund vital services and address budget shortfalls. Fife Council Approves 8.2 Percent Council Tax Increase for Residents Fife council tax will increase by 8.2 percent. Labour leaders called it a necessary rise because they need the money for vital public services. The SNP proposed a…
Julie undertakes a daily walking challenge in February to raise funds for vital Brain Tumour Research, honouring a loved one. Troon Woman Walks to Fund Brain Tumour Research in Loving Memory Julie is walking to honor Michael. He died in September. She is 50 years old. She aims to walk 10,000 steps daily in February.…
Two men jailed 54 months each for carjacking and brutally attacking an elderly Inverness businessman, leaving him seriously injured. Inverness Carjacking Elderly Businessman Attacked Jailed for 54 Months Two men received jail time for a carjacking. The Inverness Sheriff Court sentenced them. Each man will spend 54 months in jail. The men attacked Lucas Story,…
The Corsehill playpark is set to proceed after receiving additional funding. This will positively affect Kilwinning residents. Kilwinning Corsehill Playpark Project Secures Funding Boost The Corsehill group supports Kilwinning residents. They want to boost social events and education. Their goal is to improve community wellbeing. They manage the Love Hall, a community center. The group’s…
Falkirk food bank suffers its fifth break-in this year, impacting resources for vulnerable community members. Falkirk Food Bank Hit Again Fifth Break In This Year Devastates Hey, guess what I just read? The Falkirk food bank got robbed. This was the fifth time since January 2024. They stole food and equipment, sadly. A security firm…