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Hunting for clues to war heroes

One died tragically young, aged just 19, when his bomber crashed.

Margo is on a winning streak

The word ‘inspirational’ does not come close to doing justice to Dr Margo Whiteford, but then it is hard to think of a word that does. SHEILA HAMILTON meets the Evening Times 2009 Scotswoman Of The Year...

I beat cancer ... and now I want to help others do the same

Angela Paterson survived cancer – and as a tribute to the people who supported her through her diagnosis and treatment she has signed up for the Race for Life.

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Credit crunch inspires new play

From money websites encouraging us to compare the market to gurus like Alvin Hall and Martin Lewis helping us to stretch the pennies, there’s no shortage of financial advice around.

MEMORIES: Sweeping changes cut no ice for Curlers

Glasgow’s West End is constantly changing but this howf is one of many which will always be a favourite spot for a bite to eat and a couple of drinks after a visit to the shops.

Your stars

Your daily stars from Evening Times astrologer Patrick Arundell

Style

STYLE MONDAY: Pick of the best...

STYLE FRIDAY: Hobbs make it young, short and funky

Talk about fashion making you perform a double-take – and it has nothing to do with Lady Gaga’s celestial moon dress or the zany designs poised to jostle for supremacy on the catwalks of the forthcoming London Fashion Week.

STYLE WEDNESDAY: Personal touch adds that bit of romance

Think Valentine’s gifts have lost some of their sparkle?

Opinion

OPINION: No place in city for slum landlords

The slum housing situation in Govanhill has been a persistent problem, but is now reaching a critical point.

OPINION: Top guard has crime fight in the bag

To be successful as a shop security guard in Glasgow for so long, John Makin has shown a remarkable level of dedication .

OPINION: Inspirational Margo is our worthy winner

Doctor Margo Whiteford’s story is one of remarkable courage and a determination to refuse to let a disability hold her back.

Letters

YOUR VIEW: Link was best for passengers

For those who need reminding, Glasgow Airport Rail Link was recommended simply because it was the best way to transport passengers to and from Glasgow Airport quickly and efficiently without having to use taxis or private cars which clog up the M8 and other approach roads to the airport.

YOUR VIEW: Pool hours cause sinking feeling

According to a recent report, Glasgow can achieve long-term benefits from the Commonwealth Games because it already has a robust sporting facility infrastructure in place.

YOUR VIEW: Shop boss wants it both ways

I’m not quite sure what shop boss John Kinnaird is complaining about (Rates row as jobs hit by shop axe, February 3).

Columnists

AUSTIN LAFFERTY: Bosses are asking to change my shift patterns at work

Q At the moment my work contract states I work 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, Saturday and Sunday as overtime.

DAVID STIRLING: Cigarettes ban at doorways gives no room for doubts

My pal’s old dad is a chain-smoking retired butcher who found a novel way of drumming up business during the last big recession.