Evening Times

Murder Accused 'Was Last Man to See Angelika Alive' Student's Lover Tells of Discussion with Tobin

THE man accused of murdering Angelika Kluk told police he was the last person to see her alive, a trial heard today. The conversation took place just yards from where the Polish student's body was later found under the floor at St Patrick's Church in Anderston, Glasgow.

Poll Gives 6per Cent Lead to Snp Over Labour

LABOUR is heading for a heavy defeat at the hands of SNP in the Holyrood elections, according to a new poll. The YouGov survey puts Labour on 29per cent compared to 35per cent for the SNP.

Hair Today and Gone Tomorrow As Jimmy the Snip Shuts Up Shop After 47 Years Cut Above Barber's Shop Was Shrine to the Old Firm and a Hub of the Community

PUSH open the door of Jimmy the Snip's little barber shop in Mosspark, and a wall of sound hits you. The Italy/Scotland game is probably still being dissected in detail. But at noon today, Jimmy the Snip's will fall silent forever.

Strike May Force Tesco to Clear Out Fresh Food

TESCO stores could be cleared of fresh supplies such as milk and meat because delivery drivers are threatening to strike. Scottish workers are angry at changes proposed to their pay and conditions.

Navy Cancels Clyde Fair

THIS year's popular Faslane Fair has been cancelled. The commander of the Royal Navy's Clyde base has pulled the plug on the event which had been due to be moved to a different date.

Lotto Cash Gives Kids Shot at Film

PUPILS at a Glasgow school will become filmmakers after landing a lotto grant. Children who attend Milton School for youngsters with learning difficulties will enjoy after-school activities including film- making.

Two Held Over Drugs Seizure

DRUGS worth around GBP50,000 have been seized in a raid on Lanarkshire house. Police searched the property in Castleview and found a quantity of various drugs valued at around GBP50,000.

News Bite

A SCOTS MSP went a step further than the national football side this week by being a winner in Italy. Central Scotland MSP Linda Fabianiwas awarded the Knight of the Order of the Star of Italian Solidarity.

Fears for Woman, 51, Missing for 10 Days

POLICE are appealing for help to trace a woman who has been missing from her home for 10 days. Concern is growing for the safety of Liz Murray, also known as Meredith or Corrigan, who was last seen on Tuesday, March 20, at her home in Morar Terrace, Viewpark, by her partner.

More Scots Living On Their Own

MORE people living alone has led to a rise in the number of households, says the Registrar General for Scotland. Duncan Macniven published figures for last year showing the number of households is up again.

Doctors Back Hospital Plans

A GROUP of Glasgow doctors insists a replacement for the Yorkhill hospitals will be better than existing facilities, despite concerns of fellow staff. Earlier this week former consultants said plans to integrate child and maternity services with a superhospital on the Southern General site by NHS Greater Glasgow were inadequate.

Style Friday Latest Edition

THE hotly-anticipated new collection from Wallis hits Glasgow today. The High Street store has been creating waves on the fashion front with the introduction of W: A Limited Edition - a collection of 40 statement pieces. The opening collection, in autumn, was an instant hit, with items regularly featuring in the pages of glossy magazines. And the big deal is the exclusivity, with only 150 to 500 of each item being made.

Tried and Tested : Ease Away the Aches of Pregnancy

WHERE IT IS: Savannah Beauty Centre & City Day Spa, The Menzies Hotel, 27 Washington Street. Tel: 0141 270 2317.

Celtic Star's Book Hits Record Sales in Scotland

CELTIC captain Neil Lennon's autobiography is now the biggest- selling Scottish football book of all time. Man And Bhoy has sold 29,500 copies since August, with 7500 advance orders for the paperback version, due to be released in May.

Isthis Small West End Pub the Final Resting Place for Stone of Destiny?

IT seems an unlikely place for such a potent symbol of Scottish nationhood to end up in. But the owners and staff of the Arlington Bar in the West End of Glasgow are convinced a rough chunk of sandstone mounted on the pub wall is in fact the real Stone of Destiny.

Railways Set to Get Extra Patrols Over Easter Break

EXTRA police patrols will be carried out on railways in the Easter holidays in a bid to deter crime and cut down danger. The British Transport Police says vandals who trespass on railway property, throw stones at trains or leave debris on the lines put themselves, train passengers and staff at real risk.

You'll Know About Culture Plans. . . If We Want You to Trust Set to Pick and Choose What It Tells the Public

THE people of Glasgow will only learn about major cultural decisions if trust bosses decide to issue a press release. The new charitable company formed to look after the city's prized museums, art galleries and leisure centres will be able to pick and choose what it wants to make public - and who it tells.

Family Fun As Pool Reopens at Health Club

FAMILIES are invited to make a splash this Sunday in the heated outdoor pool at Next Generation's Anniesland health club. A free fun day is being held, with the chance to win a PlayStation Portable and a family fitness challenge to celebrate the re-opening of the pool after the winter.

Early Walkers Catch Chorus

EARLY birds can join countryside rangers on two walks to hear the dawn chorus. The early-morning rambles are being held at Greenhead Moss near Wishaw, and Drumpellier Park in Coatbridge.

Awards for Two City Eateries

GLASGOW'S Mussel Inn has won a silver award for high standards in Scottish dining. EatScotland presented the award in recognition of the Hope Street restaurant's inventive seafood menu and use of fresh, local products.