Green Party candidate, Laura Vroomen, shares some insights from her campaign to be councillor in the Southside Central ward by-election in March. From knocking on strangers doors in February to canvasing outside the local high school, Laura sheds some light on her experiences and what it takes to build a strong campaign during a local election.

While the animals once housed in the iconic Queen’s Park Glasshouse won’t be returning—much to the disappointment of many local residents and visitors—the question remains: what changes do residents hope to see now that the Glasshouse is set to be refurbished due to concerns about its structural integrity?

Filmmaker Felipe Bustos Sierra premiered his short film 'Govanhill: A Community Film Portrait' at the GSFF last year. Now, a year later, the full film has been released on YouTube, allowing free, open access to his work.

“Within South Asian culture, gambling has always been a taboo subject. If you are from a Muslim family it's even more unheard of. Just as with alcohol and drugs, it is prohibited in the Qur’an…The taboo of gambling within South Asian culture has meant my family still can’t get the support they need.”

Gambling harms thrive in plain sight, especially in less affluent communities like Govanhill. With bookmakers on every corner and addictive mechanics embedded in video games, the seeds of addiction are planted early, often in the lives of vulnerable young people. Eva O’Donovan unpacks the systemic exploitation and the hidden struggles of those caught in its grip, shedding light on the urgent need for change.

“Relentless and insidious marketing tactics are drawing people into the grip of gambling addiction, with devastating impacts on vulnerable individuals. It's time to confront the unchecked spread of this harmful advertising."

Community reporter, Jenny Jones, writes about the dark allure of gambling and its hidden costs to lives and communities. From what gambling harm is, to who is most susceptible and how gambling affects men and women.

A powerful community-led event shed light on the hidden impact of gambling, from financial struggles to mental health crises. With fresh initiatives and a call for stronger regulation, local voices are demanding action.

“Exploring Scotland’s outdoors allows you to connect with nature in a way you can’t truly understand until you experience it yourself. Every time I’m in the mountains, I feel a deep sense of peace, leaving behind stress and worries.” –Shahid Chounhary

On-street bin hubs bring cleaner back courts, but, as the council gears up to expand the scheme, questions of flytipping and fairness remain.

On Saturday Romano Lav launched an exhibition with a powerful fashion show this international Women’s Day, to celebrate Roma women, their contributions to family, work and their cultural traditions.

Celebrate International Women’s Day with a powerful exhibition in the Community Newsroom window, featuring archival images of Donegal women. The projection highlights their migration story, strength, and impact across borders – including here in Govanhill.

Glasgow's 2025/26 Budget brings promises of cleaner streets, more affordable school meals, and a push for green energy. But, with a 7.5% Council Tax hike, will the improvements make it worth the cost?

Clean energy projects face both significant hurdles and critical opportunities as the nation scrambles to meet the new clean energy by 2030 target. With Govanhill announced as Glasgow’s first Net Zero Neighbourhood, we attended Community Energy Scotland’s Community Power event this week to find out more about the potential for Govanhill to lead in the green transition at home.

In the 1970s, architects harnessed people power to change the way we live. The story of Annie’s Loo can teach us about proofing our homes for an uncertain future.

For those of us far from our ancestral homelands, connecting to heritage is an act of resilience, joy, and community. This piece explores Sadia Sikandar connection to food, the role it plays in preserving Pakistani culture, and how the culinary traditions of the Kashmiri region bring people together with this Celebratory Kashmiri Biryani.

Govanhill’s Victoria Road to close tomorrow for essential work on along the busy carriage way until Wednesday evening. The works are part of a rejuvenation of the carriageway which has served as a crucial route for Southside commuters since the late 19th century.

We caught up with Laura Vroomen after she was announced as the Green candidate for the Southside Central ward by-election, triggered by the death of Labour’s James Scanlon. The Glasgow City Council by-election has been set for 20 March.

Glasgow City Council and The Cities Commission for Climate Investment have teamed up. Their ambition? To transform Govanhill into Glasgow’s premiere Net Zero Neighbourhood. We took a closer look at their plans.

Unlike many European countries, Scotland lacks mandatory owners’ associations, leaving tenants and flat owners to navigate the complexities of retrofitting on their own. With legislative changes years away, the question remains, how can communities take action now to green-proof their homes for the future?