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• Police explosives team probe threat made to Scottish school

  09-09-2026 09:41 via heraldscotland.com
  
  The incident sparked speculation online, which is also being investigated
  
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• Judges are hearing appeals after the fair trials ruling - but will they push back?

  09-09-2026 17:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Back in November last year the UK highest court issued a judgement which sent shockwaves through Holyrood, through Scotland's legal system and through organisations representing victims of crime.
  
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• Three charged after woman killed in crash near Edinburgh Airport

  09-09-2026 16:58 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Three people have been charged following a crash near Edinburgh Airport which led to the death of a 58-year-old woman, whose family have said they are “devastated”.
  
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• Reform UK faces criminal investigation over alleged foreign donations

  09-09-2026 16:54 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Reform UK is under criminal investigation after allegations the party breached donation rules on foreign funding
  
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• Toscano launches Toscanino as Edinburgh food business expands

  09-09-2026 16:44 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Edinburgh food business Toscano has launched Toscanino on Forrest Road, offering smaller Tuscan Schiacciata sandwiches from £5.
  
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• Irvine stays as Pocognoli refreshes Scotland staff

  09-09-2026 16:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Everton assistant Alan Irvine will continue as part of a refreshed Scotland coaching staff under new boss Sebastien Pocognoli.
  
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• Family tribute to 'beautiful soul' killed in multi-vehicle crash

  09-09-2026 16:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A 32-year-old man and two women, aged 19 and 23, have been charged following the collision, which happened near Edinburgh Airport.
  
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• Uncertain future for Roseburn Path tram plan as stances revealed ahead of key vote

  09-09-2026 16:32 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Only the Liberal Democrats have put forward wording which explicitly rules out the Roseburn Path as a route for trams in the future.
  
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• Consultation launched on proposed renaming of Scottish train station

  09-09-2026 16:29 via heraldscotland.com
  
  ScotRail is seeking views on a proposal to change the name of a train station. The proposal would see Glenrothes with Thornton railway station changed to become Thornton railway station.
  
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• Scottish employers urged to act now ahead of major workplace law changes

  09-09-2026 16:24 via heraldscotland.com
  
  BTO Solicitors is hosting free Edinburgh and Glasgow seminars to help employers prepare for major employment law reforms taking effect in 2026 and 2027.
  
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• ScotRail welcomes record apprenticeship intake as workforce reaches 110

  09-09-2026 16:10 via heraldscotland.com
  
  ScotRail has welcomed 45 new apprentices in its largest external intake, taking the total number of apprentices across the business to 110.
  
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• More flight cancellations as fallout from air traffic control glitch continues

  09-09-2026 15:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Departures from a number of airports are affected by a technical problem affecting air traffic control provider Nats.
  
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• Council issues update on Paisley Museum transformation

  09-09-2026 15:46 via heraldscotland.com
  
  The fit-out and install programme for Paisley Museum will be complete by the end of this year ahead of reopening to the public early in the new year, Renfrewshire Council has said.
  
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• BAFTA-winning producer Mick McAvoy named new head of Rogan Scotland

  09-09-2026 15:44 via heraldscotland.com
  
  BAFTA-winning producer Mick McAvoy is to lead Rogan Scotland, succeeding Mark Hedgecoe as the Glasgow-based production division targets further growth.
  
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• Homeless charity warns 'racist lies' were behind deliberate social housing fire

  09-09-2026 15:21 via heraldscotland.com
  
  The blaze on Sunday is being investigated by the police
  
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• Derelict Loch Tay township in Perthshire could be transformed into youth camp

  09-09-2026 15:21 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Generation Hope has unveiled plans for an outdoor activity centre at a derelict Perthshire township on the shores of Loch Tay.
  
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• Farmer, 87, suffered 'unsurvivable' injuries after being struck by cow

  09-09-2026 15:09 via bbc.co.uk
  
  David Ewan was taken to hospital after the incident in Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, but could not be saved.
  
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• Elie Kirk community share offer raises £130,000 to secure historic Fife church

  09-09-2026 15:06 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A community share offer has raised £130,000 to help bring historic Elie Kirk into community ownership and create a year-round hub.
  
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• 'Why opening my new St Andrews restaurant has become the highlight of my career'

  09-09-2026 15:00 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Dean Banks is the chef-patron behind some of Scotland’s leading restaurants, including Amber, Haar and Dulse. This week, he takes on our Q&A.
  
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• Rule of law could be undermined by ‘unconscionable’ High Court delays, MSPs told

  09-09-2026 14:57 via heraldscotland.com
  
  The rule of law could be undermined as victims of the most severe crimes face court delays of up to four years, the head of Scotland’s courts service has said.
  
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• Record oyster spawning raises hopes for new generation of native oysters in Loch Ryan

  09-09-2026 14:50 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Record oyster spawning in Loch Ryan raises hopes for a new generation of native oysters ahead of the Stranraer Oyster Festival in September.
  
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• William Wallace letter to return to London for display under new agreement

  09-09-2026 14:41 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A centuries-old letter of recommendation from the king of France for William Wallace is set to go on display across the UK.
  
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• Andy Burnham sets out conditions for second vote on Scottish independence

  09-09-2026 14:30 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Andy Burnham has said there will only be a second Scottish independence referendum when there is a "clear majority of public support".
  
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• Watch: Rare birds that closed beauty spot car park fly the nest

  09-09-2026 14:28 via heraldscotland.com
  
  One of Scotland's most famous species - majestic to see in the wild
  
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• Maki & Ramen to open new Japanese restaurant at Frasers Plus Braehead in Glasgow

  09-09-2026 14:20 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Maki & Ramen will open at Frasers Plus Braehead on September 16, with a £5 ramen launch deal.
  
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• Bin lorries being sent over Erskine Bridge to dispose of rubbish

  09-09-2026 14:11 via heraldscotland.com
  
  Bin lorries serving Helensburgh should not be asked to go on the motorway to Linwood to dispose of rubbish, a councillor has said.
  
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• Scottish company reveals 'key leadership appointment' as it gears up for growth

  09-09-2026 14:04 via heraldscotland.com
  
  The Scottish battery systems specialist has appointed its first chief financial officer
  
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• Valve failure on CalMac ferry saw uncontrolled escape of flammable gas

  09-09-2026 13:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The "significant incident" happened last summer on a crossing from Arran with 82 passengers on board.
  
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• Education reform under way as Scotland sees 'poorest' Pisa results

  09-09-2026 13:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Màiri McAllan said while the results "indicate success in our education system" they also "indicate change is required".
  
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• Kayakers rescued by tour boat after capsizing on Loch Ness

  09-09-2026 13:46 via heraldscotland.com
  
  A volunteer lifeboat crew launched on Sunday, September 6, following reports of capsized kayakers on Loch Ness.
  
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