Govanhill charities back calls for Scottish government to adopt more sustainable multi-year public funding models
Community organisations are doing impactful work to support the neighbourhood, but short-term public funding cycles make it difficult for them to plan ahead, leaving them struggling to survive. We spoke with some local organisations to find out their experiences with the current funding cycles.
Shawlands GoBike and Bike Bus celebrate Glasgow’s ambitious cycle lane plans with heartfelt ‘Thank You’ card
Shawlands Bike Bus, GoBike, and local parents and their children, came together to show their appreciation for the city’s 270km cycle network plans. With a “jumbo Thank You card” in hand, they shared gratitude, feedback, and hopes for a more bike-friendly future.
Top Five Places to Visit in the Southside for Glasgow Doors Open Day
The Glasgow Door Open Day is back, taking place from the 16th-22nd of Septemeber. The event aims to celebrate Glasgow’s cultural heritage by opening the doors of over 100 historical buildings to the public across the city. We put together a list of the top five places to visit in the Southside.
How Pakistani Honey Mangoes Mark the Start of Summer
The arrival of the pop-up honey mango stalls around Govanhill and Pollokshields has come to mark the beginning of summer in the neighbourhood. During South Asian Heritage Month, Samar Jamal delves into the heritage of this popular fruit and what it means to South Asian communities across the Southside.
Discover the 10th Edition of Glasgow International: A Contemporary Art Festival
Glasgow International, Scotland’s biennial festival of contemporary art, this year celebrates its 10th edition. A must-see experience drawing artists and art lovers from around the world, it is also a brilliant opportunity for everyone and anyone to explore and experience the scene which gives Glasgow its global reputation for contemporary art.
Cryptic Crossword Solutions & Explainer - Language Issue
Elusive local group The Anymen published yet another Govanhill-themed cryptic crossword in Language issue. Over the past month, some locals have been sending in their completed crosswords while many more are still scratching their heads with where to start. Take a look at the answers below along with an explainer of each clue.
Open House at the Community Newsroom: Glasgow’s Housing Emergency
We held an inaugural Open House event in the Community Newsroom, alongside The Ferret. Local residents, representatives from community organisations, and industry experts were invited along to hone in on and discuss a pressing issue affecting the local community and what can be done about it. This month we focused on and led a discussion on the housing crisis here in Scotland.
Celebrating St Paddy’s Day in the Southside
Get ready to embrace the Irish spirit as we dive into a lively round-up of Paddy’s Day events happening in the Southside this weekend. From boozy nights out, to toe-tapping tunes, or thought-provoking readings, there’s something for everyone. Like the literary celebration at The Rum Shack, where Jim Monaghan unveils his latest poetry collection on the special day.