7 h. ago The Lanarkshire town with 'war zone' town centre named among ugliest in Scotland

It was also criticised for its "shabby streets".

Events

13 h. ago 'Enchanting' town with colourful houses, ancient castle and cobbled streets UK's happiest place

The charming town in Gwynedd, Wales, is a major tourist centre yet it hasn't lost its quaint charm to the throngs of holidaymakers

Politics

13 h. ago 'Charming and colourful' Welsh town with ancient castle now one of UK's happiest

This charming little town boasts a historic castle, a bustling harbour and a bustling town centre - making it the perfect weekend getaway destination

Politics

14 h. ago Town centre hit with dispersal order after two stabbings amid 'crimewave'

Police say incidents have been 'plaguing' the town

Events

54 h. ago Projects added to plan to deliver more housing in North Lanarkshire

The plan aims to deliver around 2,300 new affordable homes over the next five years, regenerating and investing in local communities and town centres, bringing benefits to the local economy including new jobs and improving the lives of residents.

Politics

55 h. ago 'The stupidest idea' one man said he'd heard in a long time scrapped

A public outcry has led to major changes proposed for Ramsbottom town centre's roads being thrown out

Politics

55 h. ago Businesses demand Renfrewshire Council rethinks Paisley town centre parking charges amid serious economic impact

Local authority urged to hold talks with Paisley First to discuss a "compromise" that gives traders a "fighting chance".

Economics

55 h. ago Horrific moment teen is repeatedly gored and tossed around by a rampaging bull during Spanish festival

The incident happened in the town of Mocejon, in the province of Toledo in central Spain , on Tuesday, 9th September, during festivities in honour of the Virgin of Angustias.

Politics

66 h. ago Former Falkirk MP 'appalled' at asylum hotel protests and pleads for locals to remember town motto

EXCLUSIVE: Dennis Canavan spoke out after several demonstrations were held at the Falkirk town centre venue.

Events

67 h. ago Discovery of new campsite shows fugitive Tom Phillips had ‘outside help,’ NZ police say

Phillips had spent nearly four years hiding in the wilderness with his three children before he was killed in an exchange of fire with police on MondayFugitive father Tom Phillips was receiving outside help during his years on the run before he was killed in a police shoot-out this week, New Zealand police said on Wednesday as they released images that show a newly discovered campsite.Phillips had spent nearly four years hiding in the wilderness with his three children. He was killed in an exchange of fire with police after reports of a burglary in the remote town of Piopio, in the central North Island, on Monday. Continue reading...

Events

5 d. ago 'If there are nice bars, restaurants and food outlets, how can young people afford to use them?'

The demolition of Crompton Place will leave one of Britain's largest inner town centre development sites

Society

6 d. ago The 'creepy' newbuild town that still does not have a town centre EIGHT YEARS after it was built... but what is it like to live there?

At first, the lack of traffic in Northstowe is seemingly peaceful but the more you explore the maze of identical homes, the absence of residents and shops quickly becomes disturbing.

Politics

7 d. ago Warning new West Lothian banking hub in 'challenging' location for the elderly

Both Linlithgow and Bathgate will get new hubs to help residents - but there is disappointment in Bathgate that a campaign to retain the new hub in the town centre has failed.

Events

8 d. ago New £250,000 fund launched to support businesses in North Lanarkshire’s eight town centres

The council will provide 50 per cent grants up to a maximum of £20,000 to help private commercial landlords and business owners make improvements to properties, allowing new shops and other businesses to open.

Economics

8 d. ago Town centre though road could be closed to traffic or made one way to allow ‘markets, outdoor seating and socialising’

Two options are being consulted on with other suggestions invited from the public

Politics

8 d. ago How new transport hub connecting tram, trains and buses in Greater Manchester town will work

The transport hub will form part of a wider regeneration of the town centre

Sport

9 d. ago Falkirk Council staff 'intimidated' while removing flags at town centre protest

Council workers were allegedly threatened with violence as they tried to remove flags from lamposts.

Events

9 d. ago Artisans take centre stage as Handmade in Ayr Market returns to town

Business was brisk throughout the weekend and organiser Leona Stewart was delighted with the turnout.

Politics

9 d. ago The massive plan for yet more change in Stockport town centre

It could make it easier to get around and access the train station.

Politics

1 week ago Businesses in North Lanarkshire town centres have chance to get grant funding from the council

The council is to make a total of £250,000 available to support businesses in its towns and possibly also in outlying retail areas.

Economics