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Christmas 2022

Celebrated on 25 December every year, Christmas is a time for food, gifts and - of course - spending time with your loved ones. Find all the latest news, gift ideas, TV adverts, Christmas dinner tips and more.

Ayr Central's Christmas details announced - including festive family activities and opening time
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The popular shopping spot is brimming with exciting festivities for all the family to enjoy
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Big-hearted Dumfries and Galloway bikers come together to spread Christmas joy
Dumfries News
The annual event helps deliver donated presents to less fortunate youngsters
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Dumfries set to kick-off festive season with Christmas light switch on
Dumfries News
School pupils Aria and Mylee will have the honour of hitting the switch to light up the town centre
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Lanarkshire kids to eat at Burger King for just £1 this festive season
Lanarkshire Food & Drink
If you are out and about from now until December 21 with the kids, then you could nab them a £1 treat with Burger King
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Michael Matheson faces calls to quit as he's accused of lying over £11,000 data roaming scandal
SNP
The SNP MSP is facing calls to quit over his changing explanations for why the massive bill was incurred.
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Taylor Wimpey West Scotland spreading Christmas cheer with 'Spin to Win' event at Lanarkshire housing development
Lanarkshire Homes & Property
Visitors to Stoneyetts View on December 2 and 3 will have the chance to bag themselves a prize or an exclusive offer worth up to £10,000 on a brand-new home.
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Airdrie Action Partnership wins Excellence accolade at North Lanarkshire Council Provost's Awards
North Lanarkshire Council
Organisation is a collection of charities, clubs and groups working collaboratively to "ensure the wellbeing of the community of Airdrie and surrounding areas".
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Will Scotland have a White Christmas? Latest odds of snow this festive season
Weather
Many may be dreaming of a White Christmas as December 25 edges closer. But what are the chances of snow this festive season?
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Lanarkshire animal lovers can donate food to Scottish SPCA's Christmas wish list
Pets
Among the items the centre, based in Hamilton, needs are Skinners dog food, IAMS small dog complete food and Burgess puppy food to keep canines fed and happy this festive season while they wait for a forever home.
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Scots dad's reaction to Christmas decorations being put up in November goes viral
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The clip has been viewed more than 840,000 times after being posted by his daughter Carla Scott Grant.
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'I went to Aldi at 8am to find Kevin the Carrot - and was surprised at what I saw'
Supermarkets
Aldi's beloved mascot and friends have officially landed in stores for Christmas 2023.
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The Renfrewshire Toy Bank issues urgent appeal for donations as referrals rise
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The charity provides gifts for children in Renfrewshire.
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The Glasgow Christmas stay you can book for half price as Winterfest begins
Glasgow
As Glasgow Winterfest gets underway, now is the perfect time to book a festive break in Scotland's biggest city — with one hotel currently available for almost half price.
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Scotland's best night out has been crowned and it's not Edinburgh or Glasgow
Perth
The best city in Scotland for a night out ahead of the Christmas season has been revealed according to new research, and it is not either of the country's largest cities.
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Primark shoppers hail return of 'brilliant' carrier bags that double as wrapping paper
Shopping
Primark shared a video on Instagram that explained how its festive carrier bags can double up as wrapping paper.
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I have Christmas Day off but colleagues keep asking me to swap as I don't have kids
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The woman was excited to spend the day with her family after working Christmas Day in previous years.
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Grangemouth community comes together to organise festive afternoon in town centre
Falkirk Council
With entertainment from local youngsters as well as hot chocolate and treats, it promises to be a fun-filled afternoon
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Jingle all the way to an elf-tastic Christmas experience with a theatre performance, crafts and more
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Don't be a Scrooge this Christmas - join WonderWorld for The Elf Experience and let the holiday magic take over
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Mum spends £100 on each child for Christmas because she doesn't want to 'spoil' them
Social media
The 35-year-old primary school teacher received some backlash on social media when she said she would be spending no more.
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Dumfries Tesco Extra staff donate trolley of goodies to Standard's toy appeal
Dumfries News
The team at the Cuckoo Bridge store are also holding a Christmas craft fair to raise funds for the appeal
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SNP minister Michael Matheson urged to 'come clean' on whether football caused £11k data roaming bill
SNP
The Cabinet Secretary's massive bill on his Holyrood iPad included over £8,000 on one day.
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Christmas memorial service to be held at South Lanarkshire Crematorium
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The December 3 event has become special for locals, as it creates an opportunity for the bereaved to come together.
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Gino D'Acampo prohibits iconic Christmas dinner staple as 'no one likes it' but favours 'spicy Brussels sprouts'
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Gino D'Acampo has criticsed a traditional Christmas dinner claiming he and his family have 'Fishmas'.
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Enjoy some rest and relaxation with a festive stay at Macdonald Hotels and Resorts
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Leave the stress of Christmas behind with a well-earned break this festive season
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