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Pupils' Gang Film Wins Award

A FILM showing Glasgow's gang culture has won a top award. Pupils from Eastbank Academy beat the competition in the Scottish Schools Digital Video Competition with their depiction of the effects of gangs on today's youth.

East End's Gbp248 Mrebirth Under Way Regeneration of Clyde Gateway Launched in City

A HUGE GBP248million regeneration scheme which will bring tens of thousands of jobs and new homes to the east end has taken a major step forward. The Clyde Gateway project, aimed at reviving communities by attracting GBP1.4billion of private investment, was launched today.

Action Plan to Start Breathing New Life Into Area

PARTNERS in the Clyde Gateway project have agreed to push a wide range of priorities. Top is to offer training to local people so they are equipped to take up new jobs on offer.

Gbp1m Ref It for Science Centre Bosses Hope New Look Will Boost Visitor Numbers

ONE of Glasgow's most popular visitor attractions is being given a makeover to the tune of GBP1million. Work is already under way to develop and expand the entrance and atrium of Glasgow Science Centre.

Double Drive to Keep Kids Safe Campaign to Cut Accidents at Home and On the Road

CITY doctors today launched a double drive to cut deaths and injuries among children in accidents. Each year 13,000 youngsters visit the casualty department at Yorkhill Sick Kids hospital with injuries ranging from playground bumps to the results of far more serious accidents.

Scots Men Are On the Ball for Mental Health

HEALTH chiefs have launched an interactive football game to encourage men to express their true feelings. With the World Cup in full swing, it is hoped Glasgow men will bond as they watch the big matches.

Tv's Kaye to Talk at Childcare Event

TV presenter Kaye Adams is to talk candidly about her own experiences of childcare at a major conference on Saturday. Kaye is a guest speaker at the public event being held by the Care Commission Forum, Scotland's national care regulator.

Cobbled Streets Set for Revamp

COBBLED streets in a Scots town are to be saved and repaired after a council U-turn. Seven months ago, South Lanarkshire Council mooted plans to remove granite stones and tarmac from streets in the old village of East Kilbride.

Docs' Double Drive to Keep Children Safe Guides Launched in Bid to Cut Accidents On Road and at Home

CITY doctors today launched a double drive to cut deaths and injuries among children from accidents. Little Molly Wright and her mum Kay were delighted to be part of the event.

Curry King Reveals His Recipe for Success in New Cookbook

YOU'RE never far from a good curry in Glasgow but now the creamiest korma could be coming from your own kitchen. The boss of the city's biggest Indian restaurant dynasty has revealed his culinary secrets in a new book.

We'll Say Ouch for Africa

GLASGOW youngsters Tom McCallum, Aurilie Mpiana and Lauren Cosgrove were at pains to point out the plight of sick children in Africa. The pupils from Lourdes secondary school had a visit from Scotland Office Minister David Cairns to discuss the Ouch campaign.

Ashoka Open the Book On Recipes

THE BOSS of Glasgow's biggest Indian restaurant dynasty has revealed his curry secrets in a new cookbook. Sanjay Majhu, the entrepreneur behind Harlequin Leisure Group, has written the Ashoka Cookbook which gives away the Indian recipes that have helped bring the curry capital title to the city.

Science Centre Gets a Gbp1 Mrefit Clydeside Attraction to Expand Its Atrium and Entrance Hall

ONE of Glasgow's most popular visitor attractions is being given a makeover to the tune of GBP1million. Work is already under way to develop and expand the entrance and atrium of Glasgow Science Centre on the banks of the Clyde at Pacific Quay.

Dickson Backs Ref On Ashfield Call-Off

GLASGOW gaffer Stewart Dickson defended referee Peter Clarke's decision to abandon yesterday's Premier League Speedway Pairs event after just three races. Dickson had just watched James Grieves win Heat 3 for Newcastle, after Rye House star Chris Neath had fallen in the Ashfield rain.

Audi has 24-Hour Le Mans Party

Bus Firms Must Deliver Better Service

THE importance of bus services to the smooth running of Glasgow's economy cannot be underestimated. Every year the biggest firm in the city, First, carries 130 million passengers across the west of Scotland, many of them Glasgow- bound commuters.

Who Are Scotland's Greatest Ever Sporting Legends?

AN exhibition honouring Scotland's greatest sporting stars opens this week. From footballers to Olympic medallists, the lives and achievements of the men and women who've tasted sporting success will be on display.

Council Workers Win Public Praise

STAFF at a council have been given a pat on the back - by the public. The praise for West Dunbartonshire workers came after 749 people were questioned on how staff dealt with them when they contacted the council.

Volunteers Give 100,000 Hours

RETIRED professionals have given up 100,000 hours of their time to help community groups across Scotland. Scottish Business in the Community helps put retired and semi- retired managers in touch with volunteer projects which need expert support.

Leisure Switch to Save Gbp200,000

A COUNCIL is set to save GBP200,000 a year - by transferring leisure centres outwith its control. East Renfrewshire Council will put Eastwood, Barrhead and Neilston centres into a non-profit trust, allowing them to benefit from exemption on rates.

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