21 h. ago Charity for older people makes 'heartbreaking' decision to close Renfrewshire branch

Food Train wrote to residents who benefit from the service to inform them their final deliveries will be at the end of this month.

Politics

27 h. ago Cambuslang charity wins award for connecting people with job opportunities

Routes to Work South is in partnership with South Lanarkshire Council.

Events

67 h. ago LGBTQ+ charity reports spike in transgender people trying to leave the UK

Netherland-based NGO Trans Rescue reported a '40-fold increase' in British transgender people trying to leave the country

Politics

2 d. ago People felt they ‘failed’ loved ones over funerals during pandemic, inquiry told

A charity chief has told the Scottish Covid-19 Inquiry people still feel guilty for not being able to invite family and friends to funerals.

Events

3 d. ago Could you sign up to walk for bereaved kids this National Walking Month?

As May marks National Walking Month, the UK’s first children and young people’s bereavement charity Winston’s Wish is inviting participants to get involved and sign up to a sponsored walk to raise awareness of the charity and its services in the local community.

Politics

3 d. ago Busy route in Paisley to close next month as 'essential repairs' planned for sewer network

Scottish Water said Neilston Road is due to shut between Mary Street and Charleston Square from Monday, May 19.

Economics

3 d. ago Charity accuses NHS Wales of failing people with hearing loss

National charity, RNID, said some people face major barriers like not being able to book a GP appointment and not understanding what's happening to them in an emergency

Sport

4 d. ago People's Postcode Lottery funding gives Highlands clubs help to open new doors

Community groups can knock open the doors for more Scots to take part in sport after winning £1,000 grants from leading charity Sported with funding from the People’s Postcode Lottery.

Politics

4 d. ago New online support for people living with secondary breast cancer in Scotland

Leading research and support charity, Breast Cancer Now, is launching a new online service for people living with incurable secondary breast cancer in Scotland.

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4 d. ago I thought my children were going to die, the only thing I could do was tell them to close their eyes: Mother who collided with killer driver, 19, reveals heartbreaking split

The female motorist, who was hospitalised alongside her children following the April 2023 collision, told how she still suffers pain, nightmares and flashbacks following the crash.

Events

5 d. ago Katie Piper forced to make heartbreaking decision after ‘unexpected’ eye surgery

Activist and ‘Loose Women’ panellist has undergone hundreds of operations since the acid attack she suffered in 2008

Politics

6 d. ago ‘The costume develops its own microclimate’: what it’s like to run a marathon in a novelty outfit

From stocky rhinos to mighty oak trees, dragging these costumes over 26 miles can be a punishing experienceA few minutes before the 2023 London Marathon began, Richard Stoate was getting into costume on the side of the road.It was a two-person job: the 43-year-old wasn’t just wearing trainers and sportswear for the 26.2-mile run. He was raising money for the young people’s charity WellChild, so – with his partner’s help – he climbed into a 10ft (3-metre) purple nurse costume. Continue reading...

Politics

7 d. ago Katie Piper, 41, devastated over heartbreaking baby decision

Katie Piper was filming Locked Up In Louisiana when she realised she really wanted a third baby but things turned out very differently for the TV star

Politics

1 week ago Omaze winner handed the keys to wild prize by Pope Francis after 'crazy' encounter

The Czech man was handed the keys to a Lamborghini by the late pontiff as part of a charity project where the funds raised went to people to combat poverty in poorer countries

Politics

2 w. ago ‘It’s tricky’: Colin Farrell on the heartbreaking decision to place son in care

The Oscar-winning actor, 48, shares James with ex-partner Kim Bordenave

Politics

2 w. ago Inside Colin Farrell's relationship with disabled son after heartbreaking decision

Colin Farrell has opened up on the heartbreaking decision to put his 21-year-old son into a long-term care facility after focusing on finding somewhere he can "live a happy life"

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2 w. ago Colin Farrell shares heartbreaking reason he's put disabled son in care

Hollywood actor Colin Farrell has revealed he has made the heartbreaking decision to put his son James, 21, into long term care as he shared his fears for the future

Politics

2 w. ago Israeli strikes on Gaza 'kill family of 10 including five kids', health officials say

The UN has raised alarm over Israel’s blockade stopping food and supplies entering Gaza – where two million people are said to rely on one million prepared charity meals a day

Events

2 w. ago Rory McIlroy's £3.1m donation claims addressed by 'deeply grateful' charity

Rory McIlroy, who completed his career grand slam with victory in the Masters, has been a long-time supporter of Mencap, a charity that supports thousands of people with a learning disability to live their lives the way they choose

Economics

2 w. ago Double blow for West Stirlingshire as two businesses make 'heartbreaking' decision to close

Two west Stirlingshire businesses - in Balfron and Kippen have announced that they are to close their doors for good in a double blow for villagers.

Politics