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Police said she was dragged from a vehicle before the “harrowing” attack by Frank Smith and Leonard Wilson Source link

South Lanarkshire Council (SLC) is consulting on closing a raft of facilities as it struggles to balance its budget, including a number of libraries.   But the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals in Scotland (Cilips), has urged the local authority to re-think its plans amid ‘grave concerns’ over the impact the closures would have on local people.   Seven libraries were initially earmarked for closure at the start of last month, but this is now thought to have been downgraded to five.  The move comes after South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture (SLLC) withdrew its services from a number…

A number of key changes are being made around the district to help save cash Source link

“Herne Bay Youth Triumphs in Kent Merit Under-16 Girls Cup Final, Defeating Bromley 4-2 after Extra Time In an intense Kent Merit Under-16 Girls Cup Final, Herne Bay Youth clinched victory after extra time, securing the trophy in a thrilling encounter. The match saw Herne Bay take an early lead with two goals, only to face a strong comeback from Bromley. However, Bay’s clinical performance ultimately sealed the win, delighting manager Ian Hills and the entire team. With standout performances from players like Maggie Town, Drew-Marie Hogben, and Lily Harris, Herne Bay displayed resilience and skill throughout the game. Bromley’s…

Motorists encountered severe congestion and extensive delays on the highway throughout the afternoon. Source link

Jake Turner is thrilled to be back guarding the goal for Gillingham and appreciates the support he received from Glenn Morris during his absence. Turner has been the primary goalkeeper for Gillingham this season but was sidelined due to injury towards the end of February. He then had to wait over a month before reclaiming his position from experienced goalkeeper Glenn Morris. The Gillingham goalkeeper returned after a brief hiatus due to injury. Saturday’s game against Barrow resulted in a clean sheet for Turner, marking his 14th clean sheet in 38 appearances. “It’s fantastic to be back on the field;…

Gusts of up to nearly 50mph could batter the county Source link

The frustration experienced by parents globally during their child’s “why?” phase is a topic widely discussed online. Our innate curiosity drives us to seek answers to questions like why the sky is blue or why certain rules exist. As we grow, we develop ways to satisfy our curiosity through learning and technology like Google. However, we’re often encouraged to limit our questioning, though some of us remain naturally curious. As fundraisers, we can leverage the power of “why?” to strengthen our core proposition, or case for support. A robust proposition is crucial in explaining why a donor should support our…

Vote for your standout player in KentOnline’s team of the week. Kudos to Margate winger Jeremiah Pinder, who clinched last week’s poll with 34% of the votes following his goal in a 3-1 triumph against Kingstonian. Take a look at today’s lineup and select your favorite player at the bottom of the page. Dan Colmer delivered a stellar performance as Sevenoaks triumphed over Littlehampton 2-1 in Isthmian South East. Joe Reeves showcased solid defense as Deal secured the Southern Counties East Premier Division title with a 3-1 victory over Lydd. Simon Cooper notched a goal and contributed to Chatham’s clean…

Police have been called to the scene Source link