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Knightswood Secondary pupils full of beans with new healthy cafe

THE first in-school cafe for pupils in the city was launched last week to try to encourage kids to eat and drink healthier.Read

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£15m project to upgrade Glasgow Central Station platforms begins

NETWORK RAIL have begun work on a multi-million-pound project to transform the platforms at Central Station.Read

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New toys for sick kids at Yorkhill Hospital thanks to Ross and Liddell Community Bursary.

YOUNGSTERS being cared for at Yorkhill Hospital now have a brighter stay thanks to some new toys.Read

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Boy, 15, critical in hospital after being knocked down by car

A TEENAGER is fighting for his life after being hit by a car while running across a road in a Halloween costume.Read

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Virgin Trains set to be hit by strike action

VIRGIN trains in Glasgow will not have their effluent tanks emptied next week as the West Coast Mainline is hit by double strike action.Read

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Glasgow Necropolis gates restored to glory

THE oldest cast-iron gates in Glasgow have been restored to their original condition – thanks to a mystery good samaritan.Read

Glaswegians second least attentive in country, according to new survey

GLASGOW has been ranked the second worst in the country for missing the fine print on bills, parking tickets and contracts, claims a new survey.Read

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Subway modernisation plans from Strathclyde Passenger Transport could result in dozens of lost jobs

UPGRADES to Glasgow’s historic subway network are on track, but the improvements could cost up to 65 jobs.Read

Police hunt gang after vicious street attack in east end

A man was seriously injured after he was viciously assaulted by a gang in the east end.Read

Wrong route to equality

Government policy aimed at tackling inequality may be fundamentally flawed, according to research from Glasgow University.Read

Hottest £1m for The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice charity

A "hot" fundraising event has helped a Glasgow charity reach a cool target of £1million.Read

Glasgow call centre a ringing success

The happiest, healthiest office in Glasgow has been revealed-as a call centre.Read

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Council beaks to consider proposals for new Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice

PLANS for a new hospice next to Bellahouston Park are to be considered by council bosses next week.Read

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Glasvegas and Mark Miller weigh in on Tennent's attempt to capture city spirit

THE brewer is on the hunt for anecdotes to put on their new beer glasses.Read

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Huge Billy Connolly sculpture right at home in Anderston

THE Big Yin is about to get even bigger, as a 20ft sculpture of him nears completion.Read

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Fashion giants set trend for setting up shop in Glasgow

GLASGOW'S status as a major shopping hub has been confirmed by the arrival of major retailers who are new to the Scottish marketplace.Read

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Brave OAP sprayed with teargas as he tackles thief in his own home

PENSIONER was sprayed with teargas after he challenged a raider in his home.Read

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Irn-Bru to be labelled by Hillington firm

CITY firm Benchmark Packaging have won a major contract to label Scotland’s iconic drink for the next year.Read

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Figures boost for Glasgow in fight to end blade culture

POLICE in Glasgow have had major success in trying to stamp out the knife-carrying culture in the city, according to figures out this week.Read

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Police apeal after woman loses £30,000 of jewellery on night out

A WOMAN has lost jewellery worth £30,000 on a night out in the city centre.Read

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