Scotland boxing icon Dick McTaggart dies aged 89 as tributes paid to Olympic champion Scotland boxing icon Dick McTaggart dies aged 89 as tributes paid to Olympic champion The National (Scotland) · Mar 9, 2025
Charity legend takes on Edinburgh boxing great Ken Buchanan's mission to help former pro's Jock McInnes MBE, who has raised millions of pounds over the past two decades, is taking on an ambassador role previously treasured by his good friend Ken, who sadly died earlier this year Edinburgh Live · Jun 28, 2023
Son of Edinburgh boxing legend Ken Buchanan claims he's 'not allowed' to see dad's will The news comes a month after Raymond claimed he did not receive any details about Ken's burial which he missed out on. He says his dad planned to leave him his famous Hall of Fame ring Edinburgh Live · Jun 6, 2023
Eldest son of boxing legend Ken Buchanan claims he's 'not allowed' to see dad's will Raymond Fraser Buchanan told the Record last month that he had missed his dad’s burial because younger brother Mark failed to notify him about it. Daily Record · Jun 6, 2023
Ken Buchanan's eldest son heartbroken after being 'excluded' from private burial Raymond said that he missed the event after family members failed to pass on the details to him. He says that nothing will be able to make up for the fact that he missed his dad's burial. Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023
Ken Buchanan's eldest son ‘excluded from Scots boxing legend’s burial by rest of family’ Son Raymond said he was not told about the private ceremony at Piershill Cemetery in Edinburgh last week. Daily Record · May 2, 2023
Scots boxing legend Ken Buchanan paid for homeless pregnant woman to live in hotel Leith resident Lindsay Malone told of when the boxing icon paid for her mother to stay in a hotel when pregnant after she had been made homeless. Daily Record · Apr 26, 2023
Benefit equality for young parents must be priority to tackle child poverty Record View says every effort should be made to eliminate poverty and give all children a fair start. Daily Record · Apr 26, 2023
Paige Turley 'heads back to West Lothian' after split with Love Island boyfriend The couple lived in an apartment together in Manchester, but the Scottish reality TV star is believed to have headed back to her home town. Edinburgh Live · Apr 25, 2023
Stars including Barry McGuigan turn out for funeral of boxer Ken Buchanan The Scottish former undisputed world lightweight champion died aged 77 on April 1, and big names from the sport honoured him in Edinburgh Daily Mirror · Apr 25, 2023
When Edinburgh legend Ken Buchanan paid for homeless pregnant woman to live in hotel Leith resident and friend of Ken Buchanan, Lindsay Malone, told an account of when he paid for her mother to stay in a hotel when pregnant after she had been made homeless. Edinburgh Live · Apr 25, 2023
Ken Buchanan hailed as ‘massive inspiration’ as boxing great is laid to rest Alex Arthur hailed Ken Buchanan as a trailblazer for Scottish boxers as hundreds of mourners turned out in Edinburgh. The National (Scotland) · Apr 25, 2023
Edinburgh residents mourn Ken Buchanan describing him as an 'absolute gentleman' During the procession, many of the cities residents congregated at the Ken Buchanan statue to pay their respects to the boxer who won countless boxing lightweight tournaments. Edinburgh Live · Apr 25, 2023
Scots boxing legend Ken Buchanan laid to rest as sporting heroes gather for funeral Barry McGuigan, Steve Bunce, Alex Arthur, Jim Watt and Tommy Gilmour were among those in attendance. Daily Record · Apr 25, 2023
Edinburgh Live · Apr 25, 2023 Edinburgh locals line Royal Mile in memory of local boxing legend Ken Buchanan Locals took their spot on the Royal Mile as the cortege made its way through the city centre, onto High Street and St Giles following Ken's sad passing in March, aged 77
Edinburgh Live · Apr 23, 2023 Pals of Edinburgh's Ken Buchanan fondly remember the man who never changed despite fame Close friends said he always knew he wanted to be a world champion boxer not for the fame or the money but for himself and spent years dedicated to this goal.
Daily Record · Apr 12, 2023 Scots boxing legend Ken Buchanan to be laid to rest at Edinburgh's St Giles' Cathedral A memorial service for the late Ken Buchanan, who died earlier this month at the age of 77, will be held on April 25.
Edinburgh Live · Apr 11, 2023 Stark images show burnt out cars after blaze in Scottish town Pictures from the aftermath of a fire in Kirkcaldy show a destroyed pram in the boot of a car, with debris scattered across the back seats - with police now launching a probe.
Edinburgh Live · Apr 11, 2023 Edinburgh boxing legend Ken Buchanan's memorial service to be held at St Giles' Cathedral A memorial service for the late Ken Buchanan will be held at St Giles' Cathedral on April 25 at noon, after he died at the beginning of the month at the age of 77.
Edinburgh Live · Apr 3, 2023 Edinburgh residents lay floral tributes for Scottish boxing legend Ken Buchanan Flowers and tributes have begun to appear at the statue of Ken Buchanan after the news broke of his death. The Edinburgh local became the undisputed world lightweight champion in 1971 which left a legacy within the city.
Daily Record · Apr 3, 2023 Ken Buchanan goes beyond 'greatest Scottish boxer' ever as Steve Bunce pays fight hero the ultimate compliment The iconic former undisputed world lightweight champion passed away aged 77 last week.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 2, 2023 Ken Buchanan obituary Scottish boxing great who became the world lightweight champion in 1970
Edinburgh Live · Apr 2, 2023 The brutal Edinburgh public torture device used on those guilty of 'gossiping' Those wandering past Duddingston Kirk may notice a rusty old collar and chain attached to the external wall and wonder what it was used for. Well, the history behind it is a very unusual one indeed.
Daily Record · Apr 2, 2023 World boxing champ Josh Taylor pays tribute to mentor Ken Buchanan after his death at 77 Taylor spoke of 'devastating' loss of legendary fighter and fellow Scot who passed away peacefully after battle with dementia.
Daily Record · Apr 2, 2023 Lorna Slater must listen to supermarkets on flawed Scots deposit return scheme With five of the biggest supermarkets telling the minister to think again, it's time for an intervention, writes Mail Opinion.