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Witterings from the Woodshed – meet Brash
Meet Scottish Field’s new online columnist – Brash McKelvie. You turned up. Thank you. Let me briefly introduce you to the cast of characters that share the vicissitudes of my life: Scragend – a Rhode Island Red of indeterminate age and foul nature. Shitting Cat – does exactly what it says on the tin. The…
Read MoreTwo Birds will blend networking and working out
An innovative new fitness studio has launched a class to change the way Glaswegians do business. Two Birds Boutique Fitness offers health and career-focussed individuals a fun and efficient training session where professionals can burn calories and make connections. The studio, based on Washington Street in the city’s business district, will officially open its doors…
Read MoreHelp halt the harm from doorstep criminals
Independent charity Crimestoppers is today launching a campaign to raise awareness of Doorstep Crime and encourage people to pass on any relevant information 100% anonymously. From bogus callers to rogue traders, doorstep criminals are cunning, creative, and often very convincing at targeting people There are two main types: Bogus callers try to get into your…
Read MoreKeep your Easter eggs away from your cats and dogs
Pet owners are being urged to look after their cats and dogs this month – and beware of feeding them Easter eggs. April, which is National Pet Month, represents one of the busiest months of the year for Vets Now who will deal with tens of thousands of pet emergencies at its pet emergency clinics…
Read MoreA helping hand with human side of engineering
David Gow’s invention of a bionic hand has dramatically improved the lives of thousands of patients. The Livingston man tells Scottish Field about the human side of engineering. What inspired you to work with artificial hands? I remember watching an episode of the television series Tomorrow’s World in which children in Sweden had been fitted…
Read MoreDon’t walk your dog – let a drone do it for you
In the 21st century, new technology is making our lives so much easier. We can use our phones to switch on heating and lights at home, or even set our Sky boxes to record programmes we want to see. We can be on holiday in America, and still see who has run our doorbells at…
Read MoreHonours presented at the Scottish Rural Awards 2019
A host of Scottish businesses are celebrating after taking home awards at the 2019 Scottish Rural Awards last night (Thursday). Veteran broadcaster and Deacon Blue drummer, Dougie Vipond took to the stage as compere for the evening, hosting over 450 guests and presenting two awards in each of the 11 open categories – a runner-up…
Read MoreTen Prime Ministers who were made in Scotland
Politics and our politicians are a hot topic right now, as Brexit lurches from one crisis to the next. Whatever your political stance, Scottish soil is a notable cross-party breeding ground for some of Britain’s best – and worst – Prime Ministers. Here we highlight 10 of note. 1. John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute…
Read MoreGet in on time and choose some free shoes
Free trainers are up for grabs as a new store opens in Glasgow’s Buchanan Galleries. It is set to welcome footwear specialists schuh to its retail line-up this Friday, 15 March. Sneaker heads across Glasgow will be in for a treat, as the new store will stock a wide range of major brands in the…
Read MoreNominations sought from business women
Scottish Women in Business is urging leading businesswomen to nominate themselves for five categories at this year’s awards event. From business owners, suppliers and influential persons, all can nominate themselves into the first five award categories which close on Friday, 15 March. The awards, which are free to enter, are open to all businesswomen whether…
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