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Fit-again Morton midfielder Jacobs wants to make history against Hearts
KYLE Jacobs hopes to mark his return to the Morton first team by helping secure a historic result against Hearts at Tynecastle. The midfielder has only made one appearance since pulling his hamstring against Dunfermline back in December and has
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Flu vaccinations in Inverclyde hit an historic high
FLU vaccinations in Inverclyde hit an historic high this winter. Among the over-60s category there was a record 82 per cent uptake. On average around 73 per cent of those eligible took up the offer of the annual jab. Vaccines were delivered
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Police probe Greenock crash which saw man taken to hospital
THE main road through Greenock was closed in one direction by a multi-vehicle crash. Police and ambulance crews rushed to the scene on the A8 eastbound on Tuesday afternoon. Officers said injuries were sustained as a result of the collision
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Thieves steal TV from Greenock close cellar
THIEVES stole a television after breaking into a number of cellars within a common close on Murdieston Street in Greenock. They struck at around 4am on Tuesday. Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting reference KC01300221,
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Share your views on poverty fund
LOCAL people are being encouraged to share their views on how to help those in need across Inverclyde. The council is asking people to have their say on how to improve the lives of individuals and families living in poverty and suffering from the
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Greenock man on counterfeit money charge
A GREENOCK man has been charged with passing counterfeit £20 notes in the town's Cash Generator shop. Alexander Coia, 45, is said to have tendered as genuine a pair of counterfeit 'Clydesdale Bank' notes in February last year. Coia, of Westburn
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Greenock woman spoiled Christmas by throwing tree to the floor and booting presents
A DRUNK Greenock woman spoiled Christmas by throwing a tree to the floor and booting presents in the presence of a child. Pamela Luke, 34, has now pleaded guilty at the sheriff court to wilfully exposing the youngster, aged under 16, in a manner
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Inverclyde patients who have tested positive for coronavirus can try new treatment
INVERCLYDE residents who have tested positive for coronavirus have the chance to try out a new treatment. Researchers and clinicians from NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and the University of Glasgow are recruiting members of the public to get involved
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Two Inverclyde bands set for charity online gig this weekend
TWO Inverclyde bands are gearing up to raise money for lifeline organisations in an online gig this weekend. Black Dove and Strange Dimensions will appear on the B12 Entertainment Facebook page on Saturday. The pre-recorded gig will generate
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Beacon bosses have paid tribute to Sydney Devine following his death
BOSSES at the Beacon have paid tribute to Sydney Devine following the Scottish country music legend's death. Sydney, who was due to perform at the arts centre this summer, passed away last week. A spokesperson for the Beacon said: "We were deeply
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Investigation under way to avoid repeat of ice emergency that left 35k homes without water
OVER 35,000 homes in Inverclyde ended up affected by an 'unprecedented' loss of water supplies after Loch Thom froze over and an investigation is now under way to prevent any repeat. Scottish Water drafted in a team of six specialist divers after
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Morton make new signing
MORTON boss Anton McElhone has moved to bolster his attacking ranks by adding Justin Johnson on a short-term deal. The 24-year-old Dutch winger has been training with the club, as reported by the Tele last week, and impressed the Ton chief.
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Coach put football star Lewis Morgan through paces before Inter Miami return
A LOCAL coach put a football star from Inverclyde through his paces at Inverkip Hub before he returned Stateside. Marc McGhee of First Touch Football Coaching met with Inter Miami's Lewis Morgan for training sessions at the village community centre
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Tragedy as dementia patients die in coronavirus outbreak at Greenock hospital
A NUMBER of patients at a dementia care hospital in Greenock have died following a coronavirus outbreak. NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde health board today confirmed that patients have passed away at Orchard View in Larkfield Road. The facility's
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Social housing landlords set to review 'unfair' points system
INVERCLYDE'S social housing landlords are set to review an 'unfair' points system which penalises families living in overcrowded conditions. Campaigning councillor Colin Jackson recently raised concerns about the number of local tenants who are
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New car showroom plan for Greenock town centre
A NEW car showroom could be set to open in Greenock town centre. Planners are being asked to approve a bid for the former funeral home premises on the corner of Jamaica Street/Jamaica Lane to be used for vehicle sales. The change-of-use application
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Woman marks 30th birthday with run for Inverclyde Women's Aid
A KIND Greenock woman has publicly pledged to celebrate her 30th birthday by running a 10K for Inverclyde Women's Aid. Ainsley Black has been training every day to raise money for the organisation, which helps women, children and young people who
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Woman and teen charged with stealing a saw from The Range in Greenock
A GREENOCK woman and a teenage female are set for trial at the sheriff court charged with stealing a saw from The Range store in the town. Monica Burleigh, 41, of Union Street, and her 17-year-old co-accused are also said to have helped themselves
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Man charged with booze theft
A GREENOCK man charged with stealing booze from the town's B&M store on Inverkip Street is set for trial next month after maintaining a plea of not guilty. Patrick Altizio, 41, of Gael Street, is said to have committed the alleged theft last
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McGill's £17.5m new all-electric addition to fleet
GREENOCK bus company McGill's is shelling out £17.5m on a major new all-electric addition to its fleet. The firm owned by Sandy and James Easdale, which recently became the UK’s largest independent bus operator, has ordered 35 new vehicles.
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Greenock entrepreneur keeps crafting community knitted together during lockdown
A BIG-HEARTED Greenock entrepreneur is keeping the crafting community knitted together during lockdown. Mairi Coventry, who runs the Wee Crafty Owl shop in Jamaica Street, delivers wool and materials to knitters and crocheters across Inverclyde
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George's five favourite David Cairns MP pictures
THIS year marks the tenth anniversary of the sad passing of a highly respected local politician who worked hard for all his constituents, young or old. David Cairns, Member of Parliament for Inverclyde, was never far from the Telegraph camera as
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Award-winning charity forced to close down Greenock hub
AN award-winning charity has been forced to close down its centre for children and young adults with autism as the impact of Covid hits. The groundbreaking Reach for Autism centre in Ratho Street opened eight years ago as a haven for local families
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Call for urgent cash to help Inverclyde businesses through lockdown
INVERCLYDE'S Chamber of Commerce chief has called for funding to be released more quickly to help local businesses through lockdown. Following the announcement that restrictions will continue until at least the end of February, George McKay insisted
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Man slashed in late night Greenock attack
A MAN was slashed after he disturbed a gang of intruders outside his Greenock flat last night. The 21-year-old sustained injuries near his left eye and on his head during the incident within a close on Gael Street at 11.45pm. Detectives are
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Plea for car parking charges in Greenock to be abolished
A PLEA has been made for car parking restrictions imposed in Greenock to be overturned in a bid to help save the town centre. SNP group leader Councillor Elizabeth Robertson is calling for wide-ranging changes, including scrapping daily charges
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Man accused of carrying knife on Greenock street
A YOUNG man faces court accused accused of carrying a knife. The 22-year-old was detained by police in High Street, Greenock, at around 2am yesterday.
