Posts Tagged ‘radio’
A celebration of music with BBC Scotland
Scottish music will be at the heart of BBC Scotland’s output next week, with a selection of musical treats as part of BBC Music Day. Next Friday, 28 September, the day will begin in style with a moment of musical magic that will stop commuters in their tracks at one of Scotland’s busiest railway stations.…
Read More4000 international runners heading for the Highlands
Around 8000 runners are expected to hit the Highlands, at this weekend’s 17th annual Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running. Taking place on Sunday, 23 September, over half of marathon participants are travelling from outside Scotland – from countries as far afield as Australia, Brazil, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, South Africa and United…
Read MoreNo papering over the cracks at book festival
Interior decoration with wallpaper is nothing new – but to hang it on the outside of a building is definitely unique. Artist Astrid Jaekel has wallpapered the outside of around a dozen shops and other buildings in the centre of Wigtown ahead the town’s 20th annual book festival. Each design tells a story about a…
Read MoreOne thousand voices unite to end Blas Festival
Nearly 1000 young musicians impressed a Highland crowd with an incredible showcase of Scottish music and culture, alongside the top names in traditional music earlier this evening. With support from the Year of Young People 2018 Event Fund, the Blas Festival, organised by Fèisean nan Gàidheal in partnership with The Highland Council, came to a…
Read MoreStress isn’t just for humans – it affects dogs too
We all experience stress and anxiety at certain stages of our life – but not everyone appreciates that our dogs are just as vulnerable to the effects of it as we are. Our four-legged family members can’t express themselves by taking a time out, slamming a door or sitting down for a good chat with…
Read MoreFarmers flock to inspire customers about lamb
Sheep farmers from across Scotland will be flocking to their local supermarkets in the coming weeks. They are to give their backing to a campaign that aims to get Scotch Lamb PGI firmly on the midweek menu. An estimated 22,000 shoppers will get a taste of the delicious, versatile meat when the Scotch Lamb PGI…
Read MoreA new weapon in the fight against cellulite
Using radio frequency and targeted pressure, BTL Unison is the latest weapon in the fight against cellulite. It’s a non-invasive, non-surgical treatment which is performed at Zen Lifestyle’s Bruntsfield salon. After a thorough consultation and deciding which areas to target (thighs and bum) my therapist Hannah used a hand held device emitting powerful radio frequency…
Read MoreClock is ticking until the reveal of album of the year
The winners of the 2018 Scottish Album of the Year Award are set to be announced tonight (Thursday). The judging panel for the event has been announced, encompassing 11 tastemakers from across creative industries. The panel includes co-founder of independent record label Fast Product – Bob Last, former Strawberry Switchblade member Rose McDowall, BAFTA winning…
Read MoreDo you know an inspirational sports or fitness figure?
The search is on for Scotland’s most inspiring, dynamic and dedicated volunteers driving participation in grassroots sports and fitness activities. Nominations for the 2018 BBC Get Inspired Unsung Hero award are now open. Returning for its 16th year, Unsung Hero 2018 seeks out volunteers who are inspiring people of all ages to get up and…
Read MoreScottish lamb consumption is half the UK average
More than three-quarters of Scots are regularly repeating the same meals for dinner week in, week out. The new research highlighted over half (54%) of the nation consider themselves stuck in a rut when it comes to dinner, with the majority (56%) of those who always have the same meals for dinner putting it down…
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