Evening Times

Prestwick Airport Welcome Isn't so Sweet

FLYING back into Prestwick Airport from holiday last week I felt embarrassed for Scotland. It wasn't just that most of my fellow passengers could make neither head nor tale of the airport's meaningless 'Pure dead Brilliant' slogan - believe me, it doesn't translate for most English speaking visitors, let alone foreign tourists - but the fact that once we disembarked we were herded to the baggage reclaim via a walkway that stank like a damp dog. The vinyl on the floor was worn and stained, the...

Times Past Linthouse, August 1953

BACK in the days when Clyde yards were responsible for building much of the world's shipping fleet, launching ceremonies were 10 a penny. In August 1953 it was the turn of the Patonga, built at Stephen's yard at Linthouse, to slip into the water. The ship, second from right, can be seen being towed to a mid-river mooring beside the Greek ship, Olympia.

Car Park Killer Could Face Jail After Crown's Appeal Campaigners Welcome Decision to Seek Review of Probation Sentence

THE family of a grandmother killed in a row over a parking space were today a step closer to winning their battle for justice. The Crown Office said it was appealing against the "unduly lenient" sentence that saw killer Carol McMillan walk free from court.

80s Idol Is Set to Rock Glasgow

EIGHTIES star Billy Idol has included Glasgow in his 2005 comeback tour. Idol, who had hits with White Wedding and Rebel Yell, has already been touring the US.

Public Service Conference

A MAJOR conference celebrating the public service is to be staged in Glasgow. The annual seminar and exhibition of the Association of Public Service Excellence is in the Royal Concert Hall from September 6-9.

Two Stable After Knife Attacks

POLICE in Strathclyde are probing two separate early-morning stabbings today. A 32-year-old Paisley man was knifed in the chest near Stock Street around 1.15am. He was treated in the Royal Alexandra Hospital.

Charity's French Boules Cash Bid

SPORTS fans are looking forward to a tournament with a French twist as Cancer Research launches its Petanque event. The French boules game is being played at Hillhead Sports Club, Hughenden, on Sunday at 11am in a bid to raise cash for the charity.

Surf the Web for World Yacht Race

AN on-line programme will allow children all over the world to follow the annual Clipper Round the World Yacht Race for the first time. The 68ft Clipper, Glasgow: Scotland with Style will represent the city.

Health Fears Over Cake Covering

SUPPLIES of a chocolate cake covering were recalled today amid health fears, the manufacturers said. Leeds-based Supercook has withdrawn packets of its 300g Plain Scotbloc Chocolate Flavour Cake Covering, due to concerns they contain milk products not listed on the packet.

Glasgow Firm Gets Go-Ahead for Dna Tests New Award Will Let Company Help Police with Forensic Work

A GLASGOW company has become the first private Scottish firm to be officially accredited for DNA profiling work The firm can now carry out forensic work in police investigations normally performed south of the border. Crucial Genetics, a spin-off company from the University of Glasgow, specialise in using DNA samples to carry out procedures including rapid paternity testing and tracing family bloodlines.

Top Art to Go On Sale

EXCEPTIONAL works from prominent artists are to go on sale in Scotland. Christie's is holding The Scottish Sale at the Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh on October 27.

Castle Park Hosts Kids' Fun Events

ART workshops and dog training sessions are just two of the activities youngsters can enjoy this weekend. Ayrshire artist Duncan Watt will be at Dean Castle Country Park for the Art in the Park event on Saturday.

Veterans' War Stories Wanted

IF YOU are over 70 and served or worked during the Second World War then your memories are wanted. The Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association want people to write in with their memories of serving during the war in Glasgow.

Gallery Draws On Youth to Shape Future Programme

YOUNG people in Glasgow are being urged to get involved with the Gallery of Modern Art to influence future events. Gallery bosses are hoping to set up a 20-strong youth panel who will spend a year devising ways of attracting a new generation of visitors.

'Ghost Town' Fear Over New Parking Rules in West End Angry Businesses Demand Right to Buy Permits From City Council

BUSINESSES in the west end of Glasgow claim new parking rules have turned their bustling street into a ghost town overnight. Residents' parking permits, which are being rolled out across Park and Sandyford this week, have left parking hotspots at Sandyford Place and Park Circus eerily quiet.

Baby Threat Sparked Thug Attack

A THREAT to rip a pregnant woman's baby from her womb sparked off a horrific attack, the High Court in Glasgow heard. Good Samaritan Henry Stewart came to the aid of Nikita Maxwell and chased away thug Andrew McGregor, 20.

Kids to Unveil Flat Revamp Project

A NEW community flat decorated by youngsters is to be unveiled later this week. A group of 14 young people from Neilston in East Renfrewshire has spent the last few weeks carrying out a Changing Rooms-style transformation at the rundown flat.

Bid to Jail Car Park Killer of Ann, 58 Crown Appeal

CAR PARK killer Carol McMillan is to face an appeal against the community service sentence that sparked public outrage. The Crown Office confirmed the move today.

I Admit Killing Airgun Victim Andrew Shock As Toddler Murder Trial Begins

MURDER accused Mark Bonini today admitted killing two-yearold Easterhouse airgun victim Andrew Morton. Bonini, 27, offered to plead guilty to the lesser charge of culpable homicide at the start of his murder trial in the High Court in Glasgow.

Three Killed in Five-Car Smash On Loch Road Crash Horror

THREE people died and two people were injured after a horrific fivevehicle crash. The crash, on the A82 Loch Lomond road at Balloch, caused severe traffic disruption for almost 12 hours.