Palm Sunday church attacks: Egypt’s ‘worst day of violence’ Egypt’s security situation five years after ISIL-claimed church blasts killed 48 people. Al Jazeera · Apr 8, 2022
Isis on trial: What we have learned so far at the trial of British jihadist El Shafee Elsheikh The self-confessed Isis member is accused of taking part in hostage-taking operation that led to the killing of American and British journalists and aid workers. Richard Hall reports from Alexandria, Virginia The Independent UK · Apr 5, 2022
Isis on trial: Families of victims hope for justice as landmark case of Isis ‘Beatle’ begins in US court El Shafee Elsheikh is accused of brutal treatment of hostages and of being involved in the deaths of journalists and aid workers, writes Richard Hall in Alexandria, Virginia The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2022
US Trial Begins for ISIS Militant who Beheaded American Hostages in Iraq, Syria An alleged member of a group of ISIS militants that beheaded American hostages in Iraq and Syria, nicknamed "The Beatles" for their British accents, faces a US criminal trial beginning on Tuesday. El Shafee Elsheikh, 33, will stand trial in federal court in Alexandria, Virginia, just outside Washington, on charges… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 29, 2022
Scots mum’s fury over well-being of son who eats wall and floor coverings Caitlyn, of Alexandria, said her son's room has only a bed in it as they await the work required to give him a safe space to call his own. Daily Record · Mar 29, 2022
Egypt Navy Rescues Crewmembers of Sinking Lebanese Ship The Egyptian Navy rescued last week ten crewmembers of a Lebanese cargo ship that sank off the coast of Alexandria in the Mediterranean Sea, an Egyptian military statement said. Spokesperson of the armed forces Colonel Gharib Abdelhafez said on his official page that as part of the continued efforts to… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 15, 2022
Alexandria's Smollett Fountain to be renovated this spring The works will take up to eight weeks to complete. Daily Record · Mar 14, 2022
Commentary: Threats, vilification and screaming parents: The death of public service Rep. Rodney Davis joined a number of his fellow Republicans on June 14, 2017, for an early morning baseball practice on a field in Alexandria, a Virginia suburb of Washington, D.C. They were getting ready for an annual charity game that Republicans and Democrats have played for over 100 years,… Tribune News Service · Mar 11, 2022
Body found in search for missing Dumbarton man George Walker The discovery was made in the River Leven in Alexandria yesterday. He has not yet been formally identified, however, the family of the 36-year-old have been informed. Glasgow Live · Mar 8, 2022
Young Scots dad-to-be saved by padded North Face jacket during 'slashing' by yobs Lewis McGinty believes the duo were trying to stab him but was protected by his thick coat during the shocking attack in Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire. Daily Record · Mar 8, 2022
Egypt, EBRD Launch New Cooperation in Energy, Tourism Egypt and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) signed two memoranda of understanding (MoU) on green hydrogen and established the Sector Skills Council (SCC) to boost the tourism sector. They also signed an agreement to implement an Alexandria metro line with a total value of €250 million. The… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 7, 2022
Alexandria cancer survivor urges women to attend smear test appointments as uptake falls Only 70 percent of eligible women between the ages of 25 and 49 in West Dunbartonshire came forward for tests last year. Daily Record · Mar 4, 2022
Firm keen to buy historic Alexandria church B-listed St Mungo’s Episcopal Church on Main Street shut in August and looks set to be reinvigorated. Daily Record · Mar 4, 2022
Growing concerns for welfare of missing Alexandria man George Walker George Walker was last seen by a friend when he left The Burgh Bar, High Street, Dumbarton, at around midnight on Friday. He has not been in touch with friends or family since then. Glasgow Live · Mar 3, 2022
Daily Record · Feb 23, 2022 Residents to shape plans for Covid memorial gardens in Dumbarton and Alexandria West Dunbartonshire Council says members of the public will have a say on the layout and development of the memorial gardens.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 21, 2022 ‘Inconsistent information’: family calls for independent inquiry into Sydney teen’s death after police crash Father demands answers after Indigenous 16-year-old Jai Wright dies following trail bike crash with unmarked police car
Daily Record · Feb 18, 2022 More than £10,000 raised for good causes in memory of selfless Alexandria charity man Lisa Gibson organised Kenny’s Unbelievable Kickass Charity Bash in memory of her dad, Kenny Bissland, who helped raise thousands for good causes through charity football tournaments, fundraisers and events.
Daily Record · Feb 8, 2022 Campaigners fear plans for Alexandria will turn town centre into a 'housing estate' Proposals for 25 new flats and a Lidl store have now been lodged with the council.
Daily Record · Feb 7, 2022 Coronavirus memorial gardens to be created in Dumbarton and Alexandria West Dunbartonshire Council suggests Levengrove Park, Christie Park and Dalmuir Park should have memorial areas to honour those who have lost their lives during the pandemic.
Daily Record · Feb 3, 2022 Alexandria rugby star Duncan Munn set for U20s Six Nations start against England The former Loch Lomond player has been hailed for his hard work in dedication, that has seen him become one of Scotland's highest rated youngsters.
Daily Record · Feb 2, 2022 Four people arrested in connection with 'non-recent abuse' investigation in Alexandria Three men and one woman have been arrested.
Daily Record · Jan 20, 2022 Fundraiser the perfect tribute to "unbelievable" Alexandria charity man Lisa Gibson is organising the bash in memory of dad Kenny Bissland, who was a well-known face throughout the area, and helped raise thousands for good causes through charity football tournaments, fundraisers and events.