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Glasgow

This is a Wikizine about Glasgow Scotland. Everything from architecture, music, city life and fascinating stories about the city that was once the Second City of the British Empire.

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Blythswood Square Glasgow Built on Blythswood Hill by William Garden in 1823 and designed by the architect John Brash, Blythswood Square was the perfect location for the well-to-do merchants and gentry of Glasgow. It lies in the heart of the city, not far from Sauchiehall Street. At the centre of Blythswood Square is a small park, and you can imagine the nannies out with the permambulators on summer days in Victorian and Georgian times. Unfortunately, in recent years, as the Blythswood Square houses became offices and private clubs, the park and surrounding streets became a red light district for a time. View Larger Map ... Read Full Story
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Stan Laurel And Other Stars Of The Panopticon - The Story Of The Britannia Music Hall by Judith Bowers This book has just been published and traces the history not of only of the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, but all the stars that have appeared in it, along with a history of the music halls in Glasgow. Buy the book at Waterstones or WH Smith or at Amazon.com CLICK HERE to order it from Amazon.com Read Full Story
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The Clyde Arc bridge, which joins Finnieston with Kinning Park across the River Clyde - has been closed since 15 January 2008, after one of the supporting cables snapped. As yet, there is no firm date for the completion of the repairs. Workers are seen here working on Easter Monday. Read Full Story
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We received this press release for publication: Kids Outings Go Down a Storm Cabbies from Glasgow and Edinburgh were out in force as the most eagerly anticipated events in the taxi calendar took place across Scotland’s two foremost cities.   Edinburgh Taxi Trade Children’s Outing The Edinburgh Taxi Trade Children’s Outing has been running for over 60 years and during that time many thousands of drivers have donated their time and effort to making the day the success that it is.   This year’s event was no different with over 60 vehicles on hand to help hundreds of underprivileged children enjoy a day to ... Read Full Story
 
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Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Glasgow". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story
SkySportsCeltic signing Zheng Zhi arrives in GlasgowESPNNew Celtic signing Zheng Zhi has spoken of his joy at signing for the club after touching down in Glasgow ahead of his official unveiling on Friday. ...Zheng to complete Celtic switchBBC SportZHENG RARING TO GOSportinglife.comFast track for ZhengGlasgow Evening Timesall 16 news articles »  
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Times OnlineTV channel planned for independent ScotlandTimes OnlineOutlining the shape of a future service, Mike Russell, the Culture Minister, said that the staff and expertise of BBC Scotland could be drawn on, ...Salmond vision to replace the BBCScotsmanSNP's telly on cheapThe SunScottish viewers being 'let down'The Press AssociationSNP (press release)all 17 news articles »  
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BBC NewsGallagher's Scotland Criticism Isn't ThoughtfulWall Street JournalThere has been a great deal of thoughtful commentary about the Scottish system of justice following the decision by Scotland's justice minister to release ...Lockerbie Bomber Releases Legal DocumentsCBS NewsStarkey strikes again at 'medieval' ScotlandTimes OnlineEthical Explosion Over ScotlandHuffington Post (blog)New York Times -AFP -Times Onlineall 505 news articles »  
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BBC NewsMan and woman injured in shootingBBC NewsA man and woman have been injured and their dog has died following a shooting in the Pollok area of Glasgow. The attack happened in Haughburn Road at about ...Gangster brother hurt in shootingThe Press AssociationMan seriously injured in shootingBBC Newsall 30 news articles »  
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guardian.co.ukWalter Smith unlikely to contest SFA touchline ban - ScotlandESPNRangers boss Walter Smith has confirmed he is unlikely to appeal if he is handed a touchline ban. Walter Smith is sent to the stands during Rangers' draw ...I still don't like being a supersub but now I don't see it as a ...The SunSmith loses the plot as Rangers lose their wayTimes OnlineSMITH UNLIKELY TO LAUNCH APPEALSportinglife.comDaily Mail -ESPNall 141 news...  
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Telegraph.co.ukGary McAllister in line to join George Burley's Scotland staff ...ESPNBy Soccernet staff Former Leeds United and Coventry City manager Gary McAllister has been lined up for a place in Scotland's new-look coaching team, ...Gary McAllister's strong character is just what Scotland need ...Scottish Daily RecordSFA back Burley to lead Scotland in Euro 2012 qualifiersTelegraph.co.ukGary McAllister is ready to answer Scotland coaching...  
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BBC SportDundee Utd drop Goodwillie after bar-room brawl - ScotlandESPNThe Scotland Under-21 star has been in trouble with the police before and was found guilty of striking someone with a glass last year. ...Club rap for 'fight' footy aceThe Sunall 45 news articles »  
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