Evening Times

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you are what you eat, Channel 4, 8.30pm DR GILLIAN McKeith is passionate about what we eat, and in this new series, she prosecutes Britain's junk food addicts.

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NARROW glass vase, (pounds) 5.99, Woolworths WITH its clean lines and elegant shape this Woolies' vase looks like a far more expensive designer affair.

Quay to Riverside Luxury Living; Hot Properties Create a New Community On the South Side of the Clyde

The GLASGOW Harbour Development on the north side of the Clyde might be hogging the headlines, but Barratt Homes' new Kingston Quay project is making waves on the south side of the river. Construction at the (pounds) 32million Morrison Street apartment block has continued apace, and Barratt Homes has just opened three new show apartments - two two-bedrooms and a one-bedroom flat - at the site.

My Favourite Room; Diy Disaster Area Left Couple Singing the Blues

JULIE GRAHAM, ADMINISTRATOR, CUMBERNAULD By their own admission, Julie and Marc Graham were looking at the world through rose-tinted spectacles when they moved into their two-bedroom semi in Cumbernauld. Bought from an enthusiastic, if untalented DIY fan, their house was in urgent need of a makeover when they moved in three years ago.

Off in Search of Sand, Sea and Sun, If You Were Very Lucky; Rosemary Long Takes a Trip Down Memory Lane to Visit Our Favourite Holiday Haunts of the Past

THERE were paddle steamers, suitcases made of cardboard, swimsuits that reached the knees and electric trams to Ettrick Bay. There were mystery tours that always went to Arrochar, oarie boats at Saltcoats, Tog's Cafe in Troon, Barrfield Pavilion in Largs.

Games Would Boost Pride

Lorna McKee (Who Will Pay? Letters, June 25) should take a trip to the once run-down areas of Manchester and see first-hand the benefits that hosting an event such as the Commonwealth Games can bring to a community. Not only would this create extra employment in the area, it would also put Glasgow firmly on the the world tourism map, which can only be a positive boost to the economy.

Leading the Country Into a New Future

Last week, I made what was probably the biggest decision of my life. I decided to put my name forward to succeed John Swinney as leader of the SNP.

Timespast: Lulu, 1970s

ONE of the most enduring showbiz figures ever to emerge from Glasgow is Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie, better known as Lulu. Born in Dennistoun in 1948, she was a hit as early as 1964 with her single Shout.

Campaign to Protect Shop Workers

SHOP workers need better protection to stamp out violence and abuse, union leaders have warned. Retail unions said a shop worker is abused every minute of every working day.

Pupils Leap at Keep-Fit Dance Chance

TEENAGER Stephanie Thomson was one of the first youngsters to jump at the chance of dance classes in a bid to keep fit. The classes by YDance - Scottish Youth Dance - aims to get youngsters moving this summer through dance in response to concerns about child obesity levels.

(Pounds) 56m Town Revampplan Finally Gets Go-Ahead; Last Barrier Lifted After Years of Wrangling

A MULTI-MILLION pound regeneration plan for Kirkintilloch has finally been given the go-ahead after years of wrangling. The initiative will cost (pounds) 56million and will centre on 13 separate projects as council chiefs try to breathe new life into the East Dunbarton-shire town.

Crime Alert Over Crack Cocaine

CRACK cocaine addicts are turning to crime to feed their (pounds) 100-a-day habit as use of the deadly drug across the west of Scotland rises. Police are warning that cases of crack cocaine abuse are escalating, and desperate addicts are turning to the sex trade, drug dealing and theft to finance their costly habit.

'High-Risk' Sex Beast Walks Free; Indecent Assault While Appealing Jail Term for Earlier Incident

A DEPRAVED psychiatrist who indecently assaulted a woman after being released from jail for an earlier sex attack has walked free - despite being considered a serious risk of re-offending. Darren Holdsworth, 37, was freed on bail until next month for psychological tests to be carried out, but was ordered by the court not to leave his home at night and not to drink.

Oaps Now Tenants in Ex-Home

PENSIONERS at a former residential home have been given the keys to their own homes in the same building with the relaunch of Tollcross Mansionhouse. The Church of Scotland Board of Social Responsibility will provide 24-hour individual care packages to the 18 people who are now now tenants of Shettleston Housing Association under the new scheme.

Crafty Kids Display Art at Museum

ARTWORK created by children is to take pride of place in a museum. The Crafty Kids exhibition will celebrate work by children from local schools as part of Renfrewshire Museums' Out of School Learning programme.

Hospital Battle Takes to Streets

A HOSPITAL bed will be wheeled around Glasgow's busiest shopping street by campaigners trying to save Scotland's only homeopathic unit. The protesters, who will hit Buchanan Street in fancy dress on Saturday, July 10, hope the stunt will win support for the in- patient services at the Homeopathic Hospital at Gartnavel.

Hockey Coach Did 104mph

A hockey coach caught speeding at 104mph escaped a ban after a court heard he was late for a cup final match. Laboratory manager Michael Carnachan was running late for the tournament and put his foot down to try and make up time.

Kerry Wins Book Prize

A SCHOOLGIRL will be top of the class next term after winning (pounds) 1250 worth of books for her school. Kerry Butchart, a pupil at Cathkin High in Whitlawburn, Cambuslang, also won (pounds) 250 of book tokens for herself.

We'll Be the Best to Bring Home Tv Prize

A TEAM of six representing Glasgow will have their brains and brawn put to the test in a prime-time TV show with a (pounds) 50,000 prize. The group will battle it out against 14 other UK cities, including Edinburgh, on new ITV series Simply the Best.

Kids Boost Homeless

PUPILS from a Glasgow school have raised more than (pounds) 60,000 to help the homeless. Hutchesons Grammar School raised the cash for Emmaus Glasgow - and it's thought to be the largest charitable donation by pupils from a single Scottish school.