13 h. ago ‘Lost tribe’ living in Scottish woods ‘attacked with rocks by angry locals’

Councillor claims the tribe is presenting ‘ludicrous’ claims to ownership of Scottish land but has urged locals not to attempt to evict the ‘tribe’ through force

Events

21 h. ago Scottish Parliament's Presiding Officer 'absolutely appalled' over secret toilet camera allegations

South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth has been charged in connection with the allegations, which he says he "strongly refutes".

Politics

21 h. ago Threave Rovers aim to pull off a Scottish Cup shock against Johnstone Burgh

The Castle Douglas side are heading to Keanie Park after beating Hawick Royal Albert in the preliminary round.

Events

35 h. ago Moment furious locals confront 'delusional' African 'Queen' in Scottish woodland

Jean Gasho, who calls herself 'Queen Nandi', took footage of the people she claimed were harassing her group this week and posted it on her social media.

Politics

47 h. ago Local derby is perfect way for Creetown to get over Scottish Cup disappointment

The Castle Cary Park side host neighbours Newton Stewart after being knocked out of the cup by Bo'ness Athletic.

Politics

63 h. ago Scottish wild boar numbers to 'rise significantly' over the next 50 years

The number of wild boar in Scotland is expected to rise significantly over the next 50 years, according to new modelling that predicts where the animals are likely to spread.

Politics

66 h. ago Aldi’s Scottish Sport Fund offers West Lothian clubs chance to access £2,500 of funding

Aldi Scotland introduced its Scottish Sport Fund in 2016 to support individuals of all ages and abilities to get involved in physical activity in their local communities.

Economics

2 d. ago Aldi’s Scottish Sport Fund offers Edinburgh and the Lothians clubs the chance to access £2,500 of funding

Aldi’s Scottish Sport Fund 2025 has returned for its tenth year, giving local sports clubs in Edinburgh and the Lothians the opportunity to receive a share of £50,000 in funding.

Economics

3 d. ago Scottish locals fear reintroduced eagles have swooped away with Shetland PONIES

Farmers have called for a government investigation amid fears that sea eagles are snatching ponies from an island herd.

Politics

5 d. ago Scottish Labour leader gives cautious welcome to Stirling 'tourist tax' plans

But in an interview with the Observer, Anas Sarwar said the money shouldn't be used to replace the proper funding of resources at council level.

Politics

5 d. ago Threave Rovers gear up for Scottish Cup with convincing win over Cambuslang Rangers

A 4-0 win at Meadow Park means the Castle Douglas side are second in the West of Scotland League second division with 13 points from a possible 15.

Politics

7 d. ago New Ayrshire cycle path threatens to wreck 'natural habitat', campaigners warn

The project is part of a £26m handout to Scottish local authorities via the Scottish Government’s Active Travel Infrastructure Fund.

Events

7 d. ago Scottish ministers approve controversial fish farm plans three years after proposal was rejected

Ministers this week revealed their decision to uphold an appeal in favour of controversial plans for a salmon farm near Arrochar.

Politics

8 d. ago Revealed: The truth about 'Queen' who lives in the Scottish woods with her husband and his handmaiden who vanished without a trace with her baby months ago

Kofi Offeh, 36, from Ghana and Jean Gasho, 43, from Zimbabwe shocked locals after setting up camp in a Scottish wood claiming it was territory belonging to their 'lost tribe'.

Politics

1 week ago Huge fire leaves locals stuck 'out in cold' after homes evacuated in Scots town

"Firefighters told us that due low water pressure the blaze could be burning all weekend."

Events

1 week ago Political leaders on Scottish council promise to 'defend right to peaceful protest'

Political leaders on a Scottish council have reaffirmed their commitment to being a "Council of Sanctuary"

Politics

1 week ago Scottish Water calling on West Lothian locals to use water as efficiently as possible

Following the driest spring in Scotland in 70 years, August has been drier than average, meaning many reservoirs are below normal levels.

Politics

2 w. ago Scottish Labour leader hits out at Stirling candidate's ADHD diagnosis wait

In an interview with the Observer, Anas Sarwar labelled the three-year wait for his Stirling candidate's family "heart-breaking" - and called for greater "transparency" from the Scottish Government on mental health waiting times.

Politics

2 w. ago Scottish Government failing West Lothian stroke survivors according to leading charity

Figures released by Public Heath Scotland this week as part of their Scottish Stroke Improvement Programme revealed the country is falling unacceptably short of its own target of 80% of stroke patients receiving an inpatient bundle which aims to ensure the best chance of survival and recovery.

Events

3 w. ago Councils urged to change school uniform rules as pupils return to classroom

The Scottish Greens have recommended that local authorities implement a whole host of measures to cut costs for families.

Politics