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Lyle Pulls the Plug On Clyde Auditorium Gig

A SHOW by alternative country star Lyle Lovett at the Clyde Auditorium has been cancelled. The singer, who is a former husband of Julia Roberts, was expected to perform in Glasgow on October 15 as part of a seven- date tour.

Cops to Cycle 50 Miles for Maggie

POLICE officers are getting on their bikes to cycle 50 miles for a good cause. A dozen cops from Partick will pedal from Glasgow to Edinburgh tomorrow in aid of Maggie's Cancer Centre, which has branches in both cities.

Welcome to Tesco Town Supermarket's Redesigned Vision for First Retail Village

THIS is the latest vision for Scotland's first retail village, set to be built in Glasgow's West End. Supermarket giant Tesco had planned to build 1300 student flats, 300 private flats and a 600-space underground car park alongside a huge store at the bottom of Byres Road.

Could This Man Help Find Killer of Gangster? Police Issue E-Fit in Bid to Trace Docherty Killer

COPS have released an e-fit of a man they want to talk to in connection with the murder of Glasgow gangster George Docherty. He was seen near a burning getaway car found dumped in Easterhouse less than an hour after the killing.

Angus Backs Samaritans in Helpers Plea

THE Samaritans are calling for volunteers to help them support people in distress. Each year more than 600 Scots take their own lives, often as a result of a mental illness or emotional upset.

Mum's Fury at 10-Week Wait to Fix Emma's Rotten Teeth 4-Year-Old Left in Agony by Delay Over Treatment

A FOUR-YEAR-OLD girl who is in agony with rotten teeth has been told she will have to wait more than TWO MONTHS to get them taken out. Emma Donald, from Pollok, was diagnosed as having an abscess and three rotten teeth by her dentist on August 11.

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Guide Dog Travis Wins Top Honour

A HARD-WORKING guide dog has been given a top award for helping his owner to lead an active life. Travis, from Larkhall, beat competition from dogs around the UK to be highly commended at the Guide Dog of the Year Awards.

Tenants Must Have Say in High-Rise Plans Flats Revamp - P20

THERE is no doubt a solution needs to be found to make Glasgow's tower blocks more habitable. Although some of the worst are to be demolished, there are simply too many for that to be an option for them all.

Feeling Sore Over Dental Health Girl's Tooth Agony - P9

IT is completely unacceptable for a young girl to be left in pain for 10 weeks before she can have teeth removed. Poor dental health is sadly a fact of life in many parts of Glasgow and there must be a system in place to treat young patients more quickly.

Is 'Housewife' Offensive or Have We All Gone Pc Crazy? An Old- Fashioned Term That's Out of Date or a Label to Wear with Pride?

IN the unlikely setting of the annual conference of the Scottish Women's Rural Institutes, arguments took place - "raged" is probably too strong a word - as to whether the term "housewife" should be struck from its charter. The sedate, 25,000-strong organisation - known as the Rural - had considered dropping the name "housewives' committee" in favour of the more politically correct "homecrafts committee".

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High Time to Raise Bar On Crane Restaurant

THE idea to turn the Finnieston Crane into a restaurant (Evening Times, September 6) is positively inspired. Growing up in Plantation, I saw the crane in action every day and always wanted to go up it. Perhaps now, I'll get the opportunity.

Msps Must Not Gamblewith City Super-Casino Bid Holyrood Week

GLASGOW'S bid for the UK's first super-casino will bring thousands of jobs to the city and boost its economy. Financially that means it is good for Glasgow and also the whole of Scotland.

Gbp615,000 of 'Dirty Money' Seized by Cops Cash Grabbed From Suspects Hits Record High

CASH seized from suspected criminals under the Proceeds Of Crime Act has soared to a record level. The Crown Office's civil recovery unit has recovered GBP615,000 in the past five months in Scotland - more than in all 2005-06.

The Fun's Over Kids . . . This Park Won't Be Here Tomorrow Play Area Ripped Up in Land Row Between Developer and Council

HUNDREDS of children will be left disappointed today when their swings and chute are uprooted from their play park - over a row between a landowner and a council. Furious parents have called for East Renfrewshire Council and property developer Ali Najafian to sort out their dispute and leave the swings, slides and climbing frames in Barrhead alone.

Barmaid Wins Harassment Case Appeal

A BARMAID who won a sexual harassment claim against her former manager has fought off his challenge to the ruling. Hazel Taylor, 43, chargehand at the Spirit Bar in Glasgow's London Road until she resigned last year, was awarded GBP10,000 compensation.

Prince Charming Tells His Sad Story

EIGHTIES pop star Adam Ant is to sign copies of his autobiography in Glasgow. The singer will be at Borders on September 26 from 6pm-7pm to promote Stand And Deliver which tells of his music career and battle with depression.

Citizens in Gaelic Theatre Project

A UNIQUE new Gaelic drama project will offer young people the chance to take to the big stage. An Lchran, Glasgow's Gaelic Arts organisation and TAG Theatre Company are behind the project, which is aimed at young women aged between 16 and 25.

We Never Knew This Place Existed Until Six Weeks Ago . . Now It's Our Lifeline Parents of Hole in Heart Toddler Are Among Many Families Who'll Benefit From Burger Giant's Massive Gbp80,000 Fundraising Efforts

YVONNE and Graeme Burns say they had no idea that Ronald McDonald House existed until six weeks ago. The house looks after parents and families of children who are being treated at the Sick Kids' Hospital at Yorkhill.

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