An unseen version of the original pilot episode of the animated children’s steam train cartoon Thomas & Friends, with narration from the Beatles’ Sir Ringo Starr, is to be released for the first time.

Gourock will host the first Highland Games of the season this weekend.

A new bridge across the River Clyde opens to traffic at midday on Friday.

Women who have suffered domestic abuse have been using art, writing and poetry to help with their recovery.

The A1 has been closed in both directions near the Scottish Borders following a crash involving two vehicles.

An award winning Scottish brewer has launched a search for year long "beer tasters".

A man has died and another is in a critical condition after a light aircraft crashed near an airfield in North Berwick.

The trustee of a charity founded by climate activist Sacha Dench claimed that a cameraman who died following a mid-air collision “didn’t communicate by Bluetooth” and flew into the back of her, an inquiry has heard.

A man jailed for murdering his brother-in-law and attempting to kill three other people during a shotgun rampage has been refused leave to appeal against his conviction.

A man has appeared in court facing nine charges amid an ongoing investigation into a gang war which has spread across Scotland's two largest cities.

Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin admits the success of their push for Europe will have a “huge” bearing on his summer transfer budget.

A man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a police officer was knocked down by a car in East Lothian.

A second man has appeared in court charged with deliberately setting a fire after a blaze at a business park in Inverness.

Robert Francis Prevost has been chosen as the new pope.

Emotional Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu welled up in tears as he admitted he feared injury had wrecked his chances of British and Irish Lions selection.

A new Yoker-Renfrew bridge over the River Clyde in Glasgow has been formally opened ahead of a weekend celebration.

The Scottish Government is to update guidance for teachers facing violence in classrooms "in weeks".

A review has been launched after a Dundee police dog was put to sleep despite vets giving her a "great prognosis".

Beef shortages could be seen in Scotland as cattle numbers continue to decrease across the country.

Cardinals have elected the new Pope as white smoke rises above the Vatican.

Brendan Rodgers believes there is now an “expectation” of Celtic winning domestic trebles as the Parkhead club closes in on the sixth clean sweep in nine years.

Police are searching for a group of four people after bottles of high-value whisky were stolen from a distillery on the Isle of Skye.

Motherwell manager Michael Wimmer feels a growing connection with supporters will make them stronger after they celebrated survival together with banners and beers.

Hearts interim boss Liam Fox believes whoever is appointed as head coach will be taking on a "brilliant" job, and meeting a group of players who are already eager to impress.

A patient's mental health suffered after a hospital in Lanarkshire failed to give them their prescribed medication.

Police are hunting for a man who groped himself while blowing kisses to a woman on a train.

A Scottish Women's Air Force veteran is celebrating her 104th birthday as the UK celebrates VE Day.

Part of the A70 in South Lanarkshire has been closed after a two-vehicle crash.

Police Scotland said it has safeguarded 11 children as part of an investigation into an organised crime gang.

A cameraman who died following a mid-air paramotor crash with climate activist Sacha Dench while filming an attempt to beat a Guinness World Record had raised concerns about stress before the collision, a fatal accident inquiry has heard.

Donald Trump said he was "thrilled" to announce a trade deal with the UK on a telephone call with Keir Starmer that was broadcast live.

Eight Scottish players have been named in the British and Irish Lions squad for their upcoming tour of Australia.

Donald Trump is expected to announce a "full and comprehensive" tariff deal with the UK on Thursday.

A man has been in connection with an ongoing gang feud after a car was intercepted by armed police in Edinburgh.

Denis Law is set to be honoured with a commemorative plaque at his birthplace in Aberdeen.

A man who sexually assaulted a woman with a crowbar and raped a second victim while she was sleeping has been jailed.

A man caught with £1m of cannabis shortly before he got on a ferry is facing jail.

John Swinney will not support assisted dying legislation giving terminally ill patients the right to end their own lives.

The mum of a Scots gangland boss has missed court for a second time amid an underground turf war.

A charity volunteer who visited youngsters in prison to help them with their addictions has been jailed for three years after admitting that he was simultaneously smuggling drugs into the UK.

A man has appeared in court charged with deliberately setting a fire after a blaze at a business park in Inverness.

A number of walkers hiking along the West Highland Way have fallen ill with sickness and diarrhoea after drinking from rivers.

A double-decker school bus veered off a road in Aberdeenshire following a medical incident on board.

Brian Graham says Partick Thistle must throw off the shackles as they try to rescue their Premiership hopes against Ayr United on Friday night.

Ambulance workers have backed strike action in a dispute over rest breaks, warning of risks to patients when staff are “literally exhausted”.

An East Dunbartonshire taxi firm is the latest business to be torched in connection with an ongoing gang war which has spread across Scotland's two largest cities.

A doctor who secretly spied on 30 different people through hidden cameras installed in his home has been jailed for 18 months.

Kilmarnock winger Danny Armstrong will consider all his options when his contract expires this summer but insists he won't rule out a new deal that would see him stay at Rugby Park.

Two teenagers have been reported after a car crashed into the back garden of a house following a police pursuit through the streets of Dunfermline.

A video of the dramatic rescue of two people in chest-deep water has been released to warn of the dangers of travelling to Cramond Causeway.

Around 100 people have been arrested and 11 children rescued in a major police operation against a rising Scottish drug gang.

Scottish politicians have begun the countdown to the 2026 Holyrood elections.

Two police officers have been injured after they came into contact with chemical liquids whilst cleaning a vehicle in Glasgow.

A second man has been charged in connection with a fire at a business park in Inverness.

The Bank of England has cut interest rates to 4.25%, following a split vote among policymakers.

The First Minister will face questions from opposition leaders just days after announcing his new Programme for Government.

The Scottish Government is to directly award a "lifeline" ferry service contract to the publicly-owned operator CalMac.

Safari park staff are “absolutely thrilled” to have welcomed two newly hatched penguin chicks into the world.

A man has been left with serious injuries after being struck by a BMW in Dundee.

Aberdeen boss Jimmy Thelin has been named as the Glen's Premiership Manager of the Month for April, picking up the award for the third time this season.

Police found a child's potty in an area linked to the investigation into the murders of a mother and her young son almost 50 years ago.

Packs of beef lasagne have been pulled from supermarket shelves because some may contain seafood.

A 14-year-old boy will be detained for five years over the killing of a gang rival in a dispute over £50.

Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay’s success at Napoli has seen him celebrated with his own pizza topping that combines Italian ingredients with square sausage.

The King has led the nation in honouring the sacrifices of those who brought peace to Europe 80 years ago, as a service marking VE Day began.

Supermarket giant Lidl is searching for a Scottish voice for new self-checkouts to be rolled out in all stores across the country this year.

A fatal accident inquiry (FAI) will be held into the death of a man who developed complications with severe leg ulcers.

Veteran broadcaster Sir David Attenborough has been hailed at Holyrood for his “influence” on marine conservation as he celebrates his 99th birthday.

Sir Keir Starmer will provide an update on trade talks with the US later on Thursday, Downing Street has said amid reports Donald Trump is set to announce a deal with the UK.

Glenrothes in Scotland has been identified by a property website as Britain’s most popular affordable town for families.

Scottish Power is being handed a £1.35bn loan to upgrade the power grid between Scotland and England.

An MSP has published a Bill which would create a register of convicted domestic abusers, similar to the sex offenders register.

Almost half of people would struggle to pay for housing, food or energy within a month of unexpectedly losing their income, new research has suggested.

It’s a debate that’s gathered pace across the UK over the past year; should terminally ill adults have a choice over whether to end their own lives, with the help of doctors? MPs have already supported a proposal to introduce a change in the law in England and Wales.

A 14-year-old boy will be sentenced on Thursday over the killing of a gang rival in a dispute over £50.

At 3pm on this day 80 years ago, Winston Churchill announced World War Two in Europe had come to an end.