Evening Times

Man Had Pounds-50,000 of Cocaine

DRUG dealer James Davies was caught with cocaine with a street value of pounds-50,000 in his car after an anonymous tip-off. The High Court in Glasgow heard 32-year-old Davies, of Waverley, East Kilbride, was nabbed by Scottish Drug Enforcement officers in Portland Place, Hamilton, who were engaged in an unrelated operation.

Franz Up for 5 Titles

GLASGOW rockers Franz Ferdinand have been nominated for five titles at this year's NME awards. They are up for Best British Band, Best Live Band, Best Album, Best Track (Take Me Out) and Best Video.

4 Teenagers Die in Crash Horror

Plea to Find Families of Tragic Oaps

POLICE in Glasgow are trying to trace the relatives of two pensioners who died recently. Ian Thomas Haffey, of Braeside Street, Maryhill, died at home on January 25. There were no suspicious circumstances.

Roadshow to Recruit Carers

A ROADSHOW to recruit social carers will be held in Glasgow tomorrow. Employers will be at the Royal Concert Hall to answer questions between noon and 8pm.

Passengers in Flight Delay Nightmare

HUNDREDS of Scots were caught up in an Egyptian holiday nightmare after a safety scare on their plane. Passengers heading from Glasgow for the holiday resort of Sharm al-Sheikh had to abort their take-off when a hydraulic fault was spotted.

Talent On Show for Tsunami Victims Cash Bid

GLASGOW'S musical fraternity has rallied round in a benefit gig for victims of the Boxing Day tsunami. The Merchant's Corner event was supported by Sara Douglas who shot to fame back in 2001 by winning the Evening Times' Coca-Cola Make It Real Talent Search and a pounds-5000 recording prize.

Why Specialist Heart Centre Is Positive Option

PLANS to create a specialist heart and lung treatment centre in the west of Scotland must be welcomed. Given the appalling health statistics, there is no doubt people in this part of the country need this service most. It is also they who have most to benefit from bringing the finest cardio-thoracic specialists and the whole range of treatments together under one roof.

Debenhams Set for Facelift

A FLAGSHIP department store in Glasgow is in line for a major clean-up to bring it back to life. Major structural work lasting up to four months is to be carried out at Debenhams, part of an 80-year-old B-listed building on Argyle Street in the city centre.

Pounds-300,000 to Boost Science Teaching

SCIENCE teachers are being encouraged to take the subject to pupils as part of a pounds-300,000 training programme. The Scottish Executive is to fund practical workshops and summer schools in science.

Mod Sued Over Skydive

AN ex-RAF skydiver who was paralysed and lost a leg after a stunt went wrong today launched a damages action at the High Court in London. Nigel Rogoff was injured during a half-time display at the Aston Villa v Arsenal game in 1998.

2 Charged After Stabbing at Court

TWO men have been charged in connection with an alleged stabbing of a prisoner at Paisley Sheriff Court. The alleged attack took place while Andrew McDonald, 21 - who was under the care of controversial security firm Reliance - shared a cell with five others.

Park Dilemma

AFTER decades in the doldrums, Glasgow's Park district is enjoying a welcome renaissance. A bid to create 51 flats in the landmark Park Church is further indication of the fact this area is once again a desirable place to live.

Academy Expansion Bid

ONE of Glasgow's oldest education institutions is set to take over a south side prep school. Bosses at the 160-year-old Glasgow Academy are hoping their bid to take over Dairsie House School in Newlands will get the go- ahead.

Village in Tears As 4 Teenagers Killed School Flag at Half Mast As Youngsters Mourn Dead Pals

VILLAGERS wept today for four Scots teenagers who died in a head- on car crash. Mona Halliday and Lisa Donaldson, both 16, were promising young students at Cupar's Bell Baxter High School.

Transfer Thriller

JUST like in the best thrillers, the heroes got there just in the nick of time. What started off as a mediocre transfer period ended with a triumphal flare as Celtic and Rangers each got their man.

Top Scots Caddie Faces Jail Over Tax Evasion Glasgow Man Failed to Declare 51,000 of Income From Pga Tour

A GLASGOW golf caddie who worked at a host of top European tournaments is facing jail over tax fraud charges. Robert Black, 34, earned more than pounds-51,000 on the PGA tour circuit but failed to declare the income.

Hunt After Murder Bid

A MAN is fighting for his life today after he was attacked near Glasgow Sheriff Court. The 28-year-old was assaulted at 2.10pm yesterday in Carlton Place, Gorbals.

Stars Ahead by a Nose

LITTLE BRITAIN star Matt Lucas played the joker as usual when he teamed up with Aussie supermodel Elle Macpherson at today's launch of the 10th annual Red Nose Day campaign. The pair were joined at the launch in London's Covent Garden by Davina McCall, Chris Evans and other TV stars.

Bosses Tip the Scales On Work-Life Balance News Special: Firms 'Inflexible' to Staff Needs

A NEW survey shows Scots firms are lagging behind the rest of the UK when it comes to helping workers achieve a healthy balance between work and life. JONATHAN PAISLEY talks to one boss who won a national award for introducing family friendly policies and asks why more are not following her example. ITwas billed as the biggest shake-up of working patterns since the Industrial Revolution.