8 h. ago Observer festive toy appeal ramps up as final call for donations launched

Our annual Give A Gift appeal is into full swing ahead of the charities' collection day on December 10 - with the appeal's organiser urging those wishing to donate to get in touch with a local drop-in point.

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35 h. ago Specsavers launch gift appeal to support kids in Wishaw hospital for Christmas

The team at Specsavers Wishaw, which is located on the town’s Main Street, have set up a gift bank in store and will be accepting donations of new, unwrapped gifts suitable for children aged 10 weeks to 15 years.

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3 d. ago Labour candidates to host public meeting on Wishaw hospital's neonatal intensive care unit

The meeting will bring together parents, NHS staff and local community groups, and will be joined by Scottish Labour Leader Anas Sarwar and Deputy Leader Jackie Baillie.

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8 d. ago Christmas gift appeal by East Kilbride charity Loaves and Fishes

The good cause is seeking donations of toys and treats to support more than 1400 people this festive season

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1 week ago Young carers among those set to benefit from Observer festive toy appeal

Stirling Young Carers are one of the groups who are included in the list of good causes who benefit from the Give A Gift appeal - giving those who offer up their time all year round the chance to open a gift on Christmas.

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2 w. ago Support pours in online for overwhelmed mom who called cops on herself for a break from four kids: ‘I needed to just have a minute’

Kylie Grimes was caring for four children under the age of 12 — two with diabetes — and broke down after her youngest began choking on soil from house plant

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3 w. ago 22 Kids and Counting star flooded with support as child prepares for surgery

Sue and Noel Radford first found fame back in 2015 for their Channel 4 documentary on their large and growing family.

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4 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire senior pharmacy cancer care technician is a Scottish Healthcare Awards 2025 finalist

Adele Pessina, a key member of the Cancer Care Pharmacy Team at University Hospital Wishaw, is honoured in the Pharmacy Technician of the Year category.

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