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June 16, 2026
Politicians and businesses unite to issue ‘choose local’ rallying call
Businesses from across Glasgow have issued a united call to residents: “Choose local to forge a stronger future for our city”. They were supported by...
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October 25, 2024
‘Humble, determined, caring’ Linnhe helps to make Moffat a better place
A community champion at the heart of life in Moffat has been crowned a High Street Hero. Artist and entrepreneur Linnhe Cringean is one of...
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October 25, 2024
Eco warrior’s massive West Lothian clean-up mission celebrated
An eco warrior who has played a key part in clearing hundreds of tonnes of litter says he is "blown away" to have his efforts...
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October 25, 2024
Glasgow’s Visit West End lifts Scotland Loves Local Award
The chair of Visit West End has spoken of his delighted as the business improvement district was named as the Scotland Loves Local High Street...
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October 25, 2024
Friendships flourish in Dalry’s special community garden
The team behind a gardening project which has bloomed into a vibrant community hub has been named as the Scotland Loves Local High Street Hero...
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October 25, 2024
Kintore businessman ‘humbled and delighted’ to be crowned North East High Street Hero
A successful businessman who has led a campaign to clean up his home town says his Scotland Loves Local Award success recognition for the whole...
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October 25, 2024
BRAG refuses to be beaten as it helps Leven’s journey to stronger future
A group which has battled the odds to bring people back into a Fife town centre - creating jobs and tackling poverty - has been...
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October 25, 2024
Dufftown’s Jim recognised as local community champion
A story-teller who’s dedicated decades to championing his community has been praised for local pride and passion. Jim Nicol, of Dufftown, has spends huge amounts...
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October 8, 2024
Days out are on the cards as National Trust for Scotland partners with trailblazing Scottish gift card initiative
47 National Trust for Scotland places are now part of economy boosting Scotland Loves Local Gift Cards across the country, enhancing tourism credentials for the...
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September 19, 2024
Scotland’s Town of the Year finalists announced
The final contenders in the search to find Scotland’s Town of the Year have been announced. Communities from across the country were put forward for...
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September 12, 2024
Parliamentary praise for cake and coffee trail
The creation of a tasty town trail has been praised in the Scottish Parliament. The Kirky Cake and Coffee Trail in Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, was...
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September 4, 2024
Thank you to everyone who supported Scotland Loves Local Week 2024
Scotland Loves Local Week 2024 was a resounding success - and thanks go to everyone who took part. Across the country, communities used our seven...
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September 1, 2024
Toasting the gift of local: ‘Protect jobs and give our communities a brighter future’
The life-improving impact of choosing local has been highlighted as Scotland Loves Local Week draws to a close. A message that's relevant to every community...
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