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How to find a home in a housing crisis

Glasgow’s housing shortage, combined with rising rents and Govanhill's growing popularity, has resulted in a highly competitive rental market where it often feels like landlords hold all the power. Having moved flats almost every year for the past five years, here are a few key lessons one renter learned along the way.

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Alternative Glasgow with Angie of Invisible Cities

Glasgow has a long and storied history, but too often the stories that we hear are those belonging to the rich and powerful men who write the history books. I set off to discover something new about my city by joining two very different tours that brought new perspectives. In this article, I share my experience with Invisible Cities.

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Whose City? Our City! Radical Glasgow Tours

Glasgow has a long and storied history, but too often the stories that we hear are those belonging to the rich and powerful men who write the history books. I set off to discover something new about my city by joining two very different tours that brought new perspectives. In this article, I share my experience with Glasgow Radical Tours.

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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.

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Love Blooms in Govanhill: Valentine’s Day Happenings You Won’t Want to Miss

Love is in the air as the community comes together to celebrate Valentine’s Day. From cosy candlelit dinners to romantic ceramic workshops, our roundup of events promises romance, connection, and a touch of magic. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or simply seeking a memorable experience with a friend, join us as we explore the love-filled happenings in the Govanhill and neighbouring Southside this week.

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A Powerful Exploration of Self Identity: No Single Track

Shanine Gallagher’s latest film, No Single Track, is a powerful exploration of her mixed identity. At The Community Newsroom, we had an exclusive screening of the film where the filmmaker shared more about her journey.

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Growing Through the Cracks

In this budding article, Flora Zajicek talks about all things outdoors. She writes about her personal adoration for the outdoors, what thriving green spaces look like, their impact on our well-being and the self-maintained floral spaces serving communities across the Southside.

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It’s Criminal at the Tron Theatre 

The one time show It’s Criminal was a thought provoking performance which forced the audience to consider how crime is reported and the impact it has on people and communities.

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Gomo Kimchi

Run by Korean-American Eddie and his Glaswegian partner, Maggie, the newly opened Gomo Kimchi resolutely embodies a sense of family and community. Influenced by the cultural diversity of the area and what Eddie refers to as Govanhill’s “burgeoning food culture”, the couple officially opened the shop in March.

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