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GRAND JUNCTION RECEIVES $3 MILLION FROM ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL FOR NEW REC CENTER

GRAND JUNCTION RECEIVES $3 MILLION FROM ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL FOR NEW REC CENTER

The City of Grand Junction has received a historic donation of $3 million from St. Mary’s Hospital, the largest health care provider in Western Colorado, to help fund the construction of a new community recreation center at Matchett Park. The hospital will also open a physical therapy clinic at the center with an extra $1.5 million investment, providing convenient and accessible health services to the residents. A COMMUNITY PROJECT WITH A HEALTH PARTNER The donation from St. Mary’s Hospital is one of the biggest the hospital has ever made and the first of its kind for a recreation center. It…
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Scotland faces ‘deep crisis’ as fuel poverty targets are at risk

Scotland faces ‘deep crisis’ as fuel poverty targets are at risk

Scotland is facing a ‘deep crisis’ as the government’s targets to end fuel poverty by 2040 are at risk of being missed, according to campaigners and experts. The rising energy prices, the cost of living crisis, and the slow progress on green heating and home insulation are putting more pressure on households struggling to pay their bills. Fuel poverty affects almost a third of Scottish households Fuel poverty is defined as when a household spends more than 10% of its income on heating and electricity. Extreme fuel poverty is when this figure exceeds 20%. According to the latest Scottish House…
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Scotland’s new law on XL bully dogs: What you need to know

Scotland’s new law on XL bully dogs: What you need to know

The ban on breeding and selling XL bully dogs Scotland has introduced new legal safeguards on XL bully dogs, a type of large and muscular dog that has been linked to several serious and fatal attacks. The new rules came into effect on 23 February 2024 and ban the breeding and sale of these dogs. Anyone who owns an XL bully dog must ensure they are muzzled and on a lead at all times when in public, including in a car. It is also an offence to exchange, offer as a gift, advertise, abandon or allow an XL bully dog…
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Mohamed Diomande: The rising star of Rangers and Ivory Coast

Mohamed Diomande: The rising star of Rangers and Ivory Coast

Mohamed Diomande is a name that has been making headlines in the Scottish Premiership and beyond. The 22-year-old midfielder, who joined Rangers on loan from Danish club Nordsjaelland in January, has impressed with his performances and goals for the Ibrox side. He has also earned his first call-up to the Ivory Coast U23 squad, and is tipped to be a star for his country in the future. Diomande’s journey from Abidjan to Glasgow Diomande was born in Yopougon, a suburb of Abidjan, the largest city in Ivory Coast. He grew up playing football on the streets, and showed a natural…
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Teen’s ordeal after losing a testicle due to medical negligence

Teen’s ordeal after losing a testicle due to medical negligence

A teenager from Paisley, Scotland, had to undergo a surgery to remove his left testicle after it became gangrenous due to a misdiagnosis by the doctors. The 16-year-old boy, who wishes to remain anonymous, suffered from excruciating pain in his groin and stomach for six days before he was correctly diagnosed with testicular torsion, a condition that requires immediate medical attention. What is testicular torsion and how did it happen? Testicular torsion is a rare but serious condition that occurs when the spermatic cord, which supplies blood to the testicle, twists and cuts off the blood flow. This can cause…
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Alistair Johnston shuts down Graeme Souness’ Celtic claim as he praises Rangers veterans

Alistair Johnston shuts down Graeme Souness’ Celtic claim as he praises Rangers veterans

Rangers defender confident in title race Alistair Johnston has dismissed Graeme Souness’ suggestion that Celtic have an edge over Rangers in the title race, as he praised the experience and leadership of his team-mates. The Canadian international said he does not pay attention to the noise and pressure from the media and fans, and instead focuses on his own performance and hobbies. Souness, a former Rangers player and manager, claimed that Celtic suffered an “almighty blow” after failing to capitalise on Rangers’ loss to Motherwell, and that the Light Blues had a “great weekend” despite their defeat. He also questioned…
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SNP housing minister rejects claims of hoarding Covid cash

SNP housing minister rejects claims of hoarding Covid cash

Scottish Government accused of ‘sitting on’ £1.2bn of pandemic funds The SNP housing minister has denied that the Scottish Government is ‘sitting on’ £1.2bn of Covid cash that could be used to tackle the housing crisis. Paul McLennan said the money was already allocated to various sectors and could not be redirected to boost the affordable homes budget, which was cut by 26% in the latest draft budget. McLennan was responding to a question from Scottish Labour’s housing spokesperson Pauline McNeill, who challenged him to explain why the Government was holding back the funds while thousands of people were homeless…
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A toddler’s tragic death inspires parents to raise funds for life-saving equipment

A toddler’s tragic death inspires parents to raise funds for life-saving equipment

The parents of a two-year-old boy who died suddenly from a rare heart condition are determined to honour his memory by raising money for defibrillators in their community. A happy and healthy boy Leo McFadyen was a happy and healthy boy who loved playing with his older brother and sister. He had no signs or symptoms of any health problems until he collapsed at home in Dumfries on February 23, 2023. His parents, Gemma and Scott McFadyen, performed CPR on him until the paramedics arrived, but sadly he could not be revived. He was pronounced dead at Dumfries and Galloway…
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Prestwick man suffers from rare condition that makes his skin peel off

Prestwick man suffers from rare condition that makes his skin peel off

A 55-year-old man from Prestwick, Ayrshire, has been living with a rare and painful condition that causes his skin to peel off in large chunks. He has been diagnosed with exfoliative dermatitis, a severe form of eczema that affects the entire body. The agony of losing his skin David McCallum has been suffering from exfoliative dermatitis for over two years, and has been unable to work or lead a normal life. He says he feels like he is “burning from the inside out” and has to take strong painkillers to cope with the agony. He also has to apply moisturizer…
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A Long-Awaited Justice: The Closure of Emma Caldwell’s Case

A Long-Awaited Justice: The Closure of Emma Caldwell’s Case

The Verdict That Shook the Nation After nearly two decades of waiting, the Caldwell family finally saw justice served in the case of Emma Caldwell, a young woman whose life was tragically cut short. Iain Packer, a name that will be eternally linked to this case, has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 36 years, for the murder of Emma Caldwell. The verdict marks a significant moment in Scotland’s legal history, reflecting the perseverance of both the Caldwell family and the dedicated legal teams involved. A Timeline of Events The journey to justice was a long…
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