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1. Uninsured driver hit speeds of 114mph before killing mum in horror crash that 'sounded like a bomb'

   Crash victim Claire was described as 'beautiful, funny, smart and loving'

2. John Burns Scottish Dance Band guests at Biggar Accordion & Fiddle Club

   This group of talented musicians played several innovative and energetic sets of Scottish Dance Music during their first spot featuring a few of John’s own compositions including Linsey and Troy’s Wedding March.

3. Hop into Easter at Dobbies’ Sandyholm store

   From the brand-new Dino-Paws and Dino-mite Party to the much-loved Easter Bunny Breakfast, there are plenty of activities at Dobbies to make this year’s Easter eggs-traordinary.

4. BAFTA issues 'unreserved' apology to Delroy Lindo and Michael B Jordan after racial slur

   On Sunday night's ceremony, the Sinners castmates were left shocked as they presented an award.

5. Dad-to-be accused of scheduling fake YouTube 'live-stream' of himself as pregnant girlfriend was murdered

   The prosecution argues Stephen McCullagh put on an 'act' to police after his girlfriend was found with horrific injuries in her home

6. Job opportunity on Scotland's 'whisky island' with accommodation included

   The position will be based on a nature reserve along its stunning coast.

7. North Lanarkshire Council agree business case covering two phases of Eurocentral Strategic Active Travel routes

   The documents concern planned routes from Holytown to Eurocentral and from Whifflet rail station to the M8 active travel route at Shawhead, while the City Region is an organisation combining all eight councils in the Glasgow area dedicated to stimulating economic growth, including improving transport infrastructure and regenerating sites.

8. British personal trainer detained in Dubai after moving there to work

   Antonia Bettridge, from St Helens, was convicted in 2023 for being in possession of criminal property after police found £8,000 in her glove box during a motorway stop

9. Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson 'deeply mortified' after racial slur outburst at BAFTAs

   John Davidson attended the awards after his life story inspired the I Swear film.

10. Man jailed after robbing taxi driver at knifepoint

    The cabbie's terrifying ordeal happened in Manse Street, Coatbridge, in September 2024.