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Day: February 3, 2025

LEVENGROVE PARK RUN SHAKES OFF FESTIVE OVER INDULGENCE

February 3, 2025 heaneymedia

Keep your eyes on The Dumbarton Democrat for more pictures this week.

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MEDICINE: Diabetes drug may have hidden health benefits for older adults

February 3, 2025 heaneymedia

By Elizabeth McMeekin A new and increasingly widely used diabetes medication may have additional health benefits for older adults, according to new research which looked

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McArthur to face committee questions on assisted dying bill

February 3, 2025 heaneymedia

By Bill Heaney Speaking ahead of his appearance on Tuesday morning in front of the Scottish Parliament’s health committee in support of his Terminally Ill

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Findlay says UK Labour government must not break promise on defence spending

February 3, 2025 heaneymedia

Monday 3 February 2025 By Bill Heaney Russell Findlay has urged the UK Labour government to keep its promise on defence spending and support vital

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LABOUR MP ATTEMPTS TO FUDGE NO CASH DECISION FOR WASPI WOMEN

February 3, 2025 heaneymedia

By Bill Heaney Powder puff Labour politician, ex Provost and now MP for West Dunbartonshire Douglas McAllister has tried to explain away his failure to

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Celtic Connections 2025 closes on a high note

February 3, 2025 heaneymedia

By Bill Heaney Celtic Connections 2025 in partnership with Innis & Gunn has closed on a high note, marking another stand-out chapter in its storied history

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  • HAPPY EASTER FROM THE DUMBARTON DEMOCRAT
  • SCOTTISH LABOUR PLEDGES “NEW DEAL” FOR SCOTTISH CHARITIES
  • STORM DAVE: Police travel advice following Amber warning for high winds and heavy rain

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Trump drops F-bomb, threatens ‘hell’ on Easter …

Trump drops F-bomb, threatens ‘hell’ on Easter …

It’s ugly | Opinion Bill Goodykoontz in the Arizona Republic Story Summary Donald Trump posted a profane message on social media directed at Iran on Easter

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US fighter jet was shot down over Iran, and a search is underway for the crew, an official says

US fighter jet was shot down over Iran, and a search is underway for the crew, an official says

War in the Middle East by Ronan McGreevy and Sarah Burns in The Irish Times Main points A US fighter jet was shot down over Iran,

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BAILLIE BLASTS LACK OF JOBS FOR NEW TEACHERS IN DUMBARTON CONSTITUENCY

BAILLIE BLASTS LACK OF JOBS FOR NEW TEACHERS IN DUMBARTON CONSTITUENCY

by Bill Heaney Labour election candidate in Dumbarton, Helensburgh and Lomond Jackie Baille has blasted the lack of opportunities for newly qualified primary school teachers

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HAPPY EASTER FROM THE DUMBARTON DEMOCRAT

HAPPY EASTER FROM THE DUMBARTON DEMOCRAT
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SCOTTISH LABOUR PLEDGES “NEW DEAL” FOR SCOTTISH CHARITIES

SCOTTISH LABOUR PLEDGES “NEW DEAL” FOR SCOTTISH CHARITIES

by Bill Heaney Anas Sarwar has pledged to end “political interference” with charities by giving the third sector greater independence and financial security. The SNP

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STORM DAVE: Police travel advice following Amber warning for high winds and heavy rain

STORM DAVE: Police travel advice following Amber warning for high winds and heavy rain

* A85 closed at Crianlarich due to a crash. The A85 is closed in both directions near Crianlarich due to a crash which was reported

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ALL PALS TOGETHER FOR A PRE ELECTION CUPPA CHAI

ALL PALS TOGETHER FOR A PRE ELECTION CUPPA CHAI

Jackie Baillie, Labour candidate for Dumbarton, Helensburgh and Lomond  Great to speak at the Scottish Hindu Foundation’s hustings for the Scottish Parliament elections and to

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LOCH LOMOND SHORES: EASTER MONDAY MARKET IS ON

LOCH LOMOND SHORES: EASTER MONDAY MARKET IS ON

Loch Lomond Shores is with Cafe Zest Loch Lomond  It’s not turned out to be the weekend any of us planned… but we’ve got a lovely little

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