A man involved in a New Year’s Day bust-up with his partner in Bowden, near Newtown, has been admonished at Selkirk Sheriff Court after being of good behaviour for the past three months during a period of deferred sentence. Graeme Reid, 44, of Bowden, had pleaded guilty to shouting and swearing, threatening his partner with violence and repeatedly striking the door of a house in the hamlet’s Dick Road. Scottish Borders Council’s six top earners on almost £600,000 a year between them, figures reveal … [Read more...] about Borderer admonished for New Year’s Day assault on partner
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Colourful performance in Sheffield city centre brings in Indian New Year
Dancers added a splash of colour to Sheffield’s Winter Garden as a performance to celebrate the Indian New Year was held for the first time. Volunteers from the city’s Sunrit Culture Group hosted the presentation of Indian classical dance and music with dancers from around the world. The New Year date, April 6, is celebrated differently across the regions of India. Sheffield epilepsy patient meets his hero Tom Daley ‘The young people are our future’ … [Read more...] about Colourful performance in Sheffield city centre brings in Indian New Year
Iran’s budget for new year can’t compensate for flood damages
Tehran, Iran, April 8 Trend: The Central Bank of Iran's governor Abdol Nasser Hemmati spoke to the directors of the country's banks and credit institutions, saying that despite the ups and downs the conspiracy of the enemies has been neutralized, Trend reports citing ILNA. Iran`s enemies are focused on the monetary and currency market in order to achieve their goals, he said. “The enemy had designed a special program to disrupt the currency market and banking system of Iran, which, the program didn't reach. He expressed hope tha the CBI, along with the government will try to prevent the turmoil and fluctuations in the foreign exchange market. He evaluated overall performance of the banking system in Iran over the past Iranian year (ended on March 21), and said that the banking system is expected to manage the bank interests, overdrafts and control liquidity. Referring to the volume of flood damage to infrastructure, housing and assets of the people and the agricultural and … [Read more...] about Iran’s budget for new year can’t compensate for flood damages
Colourful performance brings in a New Year
Dancers added a splash of colour to Sheffield’s Winter Garden as a performance to celebrate the Indian New Year was held for the first time. Volunteers from the city’s Sunrit Culture Group hosted the presentation of Indian classical dance and music with dancers from around the world. The New Year date, April 6, is celebrated differently across the regions of India. ‘The young people are our future’ … [Read more...] about Colourful performance brings in a New Year
Pharmacy opening times in Kirklees and Leeds for Christmas and New Year
The NHS is encouraging people in Kirklees and Leeds to plan their healthcare during the festive season. With advice on common illnesses and the best medicines to treat them, visiting the pharmacist can save you time in the waiting room and help you feel better fast.Dr Paul Twomey, Medical Director at NHS England in Yorkshire and the Humber, said: “Your local pharmacy can help you with more than you might think. Pharmacists offer expert, confidential advice and treatment for many minor health problems.“Many pharmacies will remain open over the Christmas holidays, when other routine services may be less available.“As most GP surgeries will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day we would also encourage patients to ‘plan ahead’ and order any routine medication they need in plenty of time.”Opening times in Kirklees and Leeds are:Eightlands Ltd, T/A Drummonds Chemist, 71 Halifax Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4HD, Tel: 01924 466283Christmas … [Read more...] about Pharmacy opening times in Kirklees and Leeds for Christmas and New Year