Gerard McTaggart, 49, jailed for organized crime involvement, died in HMP Edinburgh. He delivered money to crime figures. Man Who Delivered Wages to Gangsters Dies in Edinburgh Prison A man named Gerard McTaggart died in prison. He was 49 years old and at HMP Edinburgh. The Scottish Prison Service confirmed his death on February 4.…
Aberdeen considers a 7% tourist tax on overnight stays. The tax, planned for 2027, faces opposition due to potential economic damage. Aberdeen Debates 7 Percent Tourist Tax, Higher Than Other UK Cities Aberdeen might soon add a tourist tax. It could start in April 2027, and locals were surprised by the plan. Aberdeen considers a…
Two men charged with violent disorder in Halifax. Police make further arrests related to Mile Cross Road fight. Halifax Violent Disorder Updates: More Arrests and Charges Filed A fight happened in Halifax, badly hurting two people, who ended up in the hospital. The fight took place on Mile Cross Road on Wednesday, February 5th, involving…
A driver in Yorkshire was jailed after fatally hitting a cyclist. She was using Snapchat while driving. Driver Jailed After Killing Cyclist While Using Snapchat Behind Wheel A driver killed a grandad in Yorkshire. She was using social media while driving. Ian Morris, 71, died on June 28, 2023. Lisa Waugh hit him near Kirklington.…
A family’s dog attacked their seven-year-old daughter. It happened after the mom briefly stepped away. The girl suffered serious injuries. Dog Attack Mom Steps Away Daughter Screaming Family Dog Bites Child A mom described a scary moment where her daughter was hurt by their dog. Seven-year-old Mia was attacked by the family pet, a Pocket…
Sophie Waugh, 31, sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after using her phone while driving on A6055, killing cyclist Ian Morris. Driver Jailed After Fatal Crash While Using Social Media on A6055 A family is heartbroken by a driver’s actions. The driver killed their husband, dad, and grandad. It happened on a road up…
Iconic Middlesbrough venue Fellinis closes after 24 years. Family circumstances cited as a key factor in the decision. Middlesbrough Restaurant Fellinis Confirms Closure after 24 Years Fellini’s, a famous Middlesbrough restaurant, closed. They were open for 24 years. The owners announced this closure in January, disappointing many customers. The restaurant owners posted on social media,…
Crooks nabbed shortly after Essex border burglary. Jewelry recovered. Both now jailed after admitting guilt. Thieves Arrested Near Burgled Home on Essex Border After Chase Okay, imagine this story. Two thieves broke into a house. Cops caught them nearby, and they are now in jail. The pair committed many burglaries near Essex, including incidents in…
Charlene, placed in temporary housing in Edinburgh, feels unsafe and is scared to walk her dog due to threats. Edinburgh Mum Living in Temporary Housing Scared to Walk Her Dog A mom in Edinburgh may live in temporary housing for years. Charlene, 36, became homeless last October. She stayed in a hotel with her dog…
This week’s Gazette includes tributes to cherished individuals. Families share memories and funeral details. Gazette: Tributes to Loved Ones Remembered in Recent Death Notices Newspapers share death announcements. This is an important service that people trust the local news to provide. Notices are published on the newspaper’s website and a special site called funeral-notices.co.uk. These…