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River City stars then and now as BBC soap celebrates two decades

The Glasgow-based soap first launched back on September 24, 2002.

Daily Record

River City star recollects first ever line as she makes return to show on 20 year anniversary

Joyce Falconer, who plays Roisin McIntyre in the popular Scottish soap River City, was initially taken aback when she was asked to return to the BBC Scotland programme.

Glasgow Live

River City star praises tight-knit acting community in popular Scottish show

Jordan Young, who plays bad-boy Alex Murdoch in the long-standing BBC Scotland programme, spoke to Glasgow Live about his humble attitude towards being a consistent star of the show.

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River City's Joyce Falconer 'surprised' to get call back to BBC soap but felt 'right at home' when she returned

Ahead of the much-loved BBC soap's 20th anniversary this weekend, the actress admitted she believed her character Roisin McIntyre was "done and dusted" for good but felt like she'd never been away from the streets of Shieldinch when she returned.

Daily Record

Martin Compston visits Glasgow in fifth episode of new BBC show Scottish Fling

The episode is set to drop on BBC Scotland on Thursday, October 6, and Martin is heading to the west coast to the area of Hampden to meet some bowlers and some famous stars.

Glasgow Live

River City star Jordan Young says soap has 'changed his life' ahead of 20th anniversary

He joined the BBC's flagship Scottish soap as Alex Murdoch in 2013 and as the cast and crew prepare to celebrate 20 years of River City on September 24, Jordan Young has been looking back on his time on the Shieldinch cobbles.

Daily Record

X Factor-style TV show searching for Scotland’s best performers for top new band

Scotland Sings will follow vocal coach Yvie Burnett as she attempts to assemble a band.

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'Laughable': BBC accused of ignoring need for 'alternative views' on the monarchy

THE idea that the BBC has stuck to its obligations under its Royal Charter through coverage of the monarchy is “laughable”, The National has…

The National (Scotland)

Stirling to feature on new series of BBC Scotland countryside show Landward

The countryside magazine television show returns to our screens for its autumn and winter edition - and the exciting production will visit Stirling on its travels.

Glasgow Live

Violent Glasgow 'Ice Cream Wars' set to feature in new BBC documentary

The two-part series will tell the story of a brutal feud of the vicious gang war which tore through Glasgow housing estates in the early 1980s.

Daily Record

New BBC series to shed fresh light on Glasgow's vicious Ice Cream Wars of the 1980s

Brand new BBC Scotland documentary promises to explore the truth behind the vicious ice cream wars that resulted in one of Glasgow's most shocking killings and compelling unsolved cases in recent times.

Glasgow Live

Balamory cast's lives now and scandals - bus driver, tragic death and porn star daughter

Balamory is celebrating its 20th birthday this week, with episodes of the popular children's TV show returning to BBC iPlayer, so here's a look at what happened to the cast

Daily Mirror

Martin Compston disguised as clown in Glasgow as Line of Duty star hits popular bar

The actor popped into a popular, city-centre night haunt with friend and podcast co-host, Gordon Smart. The pair are good pals and host Restless Natives together.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow filming to begin on new BBC Scotland drama starring Martin Compston this weekend

Mayflies will see the Line of Duty and Vigil star join up with fellow Scottish actors Tony Curran (Your Honour, Outlaw King, Doctor Who) and Ashley Jensen (After Life, Extras).

Glasgow Live

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Hearts vs FC Zurich broadcast cuts out as fans slam 'shambles' TV blunder

BBC Scotland apologised to viewers for the loss of coverage during a rare Europa League qualifier for Hearts. Unfortunately by the time the game reappeared on screens the Edinburgh side had fallen a goal behind.

The National (Scotland)

Martin Compston to star in BBC adaptation of Mayflies novel

MARTIN Compston and Tony Curran are to star in a BBC drama adaptation of Andrew O’Hagan’s acclaimed novel Mayflies.

The Independent UK

Martin Compston and Tony Curran to star in adaptation of Mayflies

The drama will be filmed this autumn in Glasgow and Ayrshire.

The National (Scotland)

Date announced for Martin Compston's Scottish Fling on BBC Scotland

LINE of Duty Star Martin Compston is set to return to our screens as his new BBC show Scottish Fling is set to debut next month.

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Daily Record

River City fans to be part of one-off special 20th anniversary entertainment show

The hour-long special is going to be presented by Grant Scott, who plays Sam Spiller in the soap and you can be there.

Glasgow Live

Martin Compston's new BBC show Scottish Fling release date announced

The Line of Duty star is finally back on our television screens - but this time he is taking a different approach by travelling the country to learn more about his home nation.

The Independent UK

Rab Wardell: Cyclist dies two days after winning Scottish championship

Wardell won the elite men’s title at the Scottish MTB XC Championships at the weekend

Glasgow Live

Glasgow mountain biker Rab Wardell dies days after winning Scots championship

He took home gold at the Scottish MTB XC Championships in Dumfries and Galloway at the weekend. On Monday evening he appeared on BBC Scotland's The Nine chatting about his win despite enduring three punctures.

Daily Record

Mountain biker Rab Wardell dies just two days after winning Scottish championship

Rab Wardell, 37, appeared on BBC Scotland's The Nine programme on Monday night as he discussed how he had overcome three punctures to win the race.

Edinburgh Live

How to watch Hearts vs FC Zurich: TV channel, kick-off time and live stream details

Robbie Neilson's men are well in the tie with a sell-out Tynecastle ready to roar them on in their attempts to reach Europe's second tier tournament. The visitors lead 2-1 from the first meeting last week.

The Independent UK

Nicola Sturgeon: Energy price cap rise cannot be allowed to go ahead

The First Minister told BBC Scotland’s The Sunday Show that further action is needed from the UK Government to support struggling families.

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