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New Morton signing hopes to earn extended deal at Cappielow
NEW Morton recruit Justin Johnson says he's determined to prove any doubters wrong after penning a short-term deal until the end of the season. The 24-year-old believes that fans in Scotland have yet to see him at his best after frustrating spells
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Wellbeing charity gets four-figure cash boost from Amazon
A COMMUNITY wellbeing charity has received a four-figure cash boost from Amazon in Gourock. Safe Harbour, who work with people experiencing complex emotional trauma, had their funds boosted after a £1,000 donation from staff at the Faulds Park site
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Man charged with threatening two males with a machete
A MAN faces prosecution charged with threatening two males with a machete during an alleged attempted robbery. Police were called to the incident in Lynedoch Street on Saturday night. The two men were approached at around 9.40pm and a struggle
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Digital project to mark LGBTQ+ History month
CREATIVES across Inverclyde are running out of time to get involved in a digital project to mark LGBTQ+ History month. The Beacon has launched a project which will collect works for a short online magazine. Submissions will be accepted until
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Port councillor demands improvements for victims of fuel poverty
A PORT councillor is supporting high flat tenants who claim they are victims of fuel poverty. We recently told how residents living in the multi-storey blocks in Port Glasgow town centre have handed a petition to landlords River Clyde Homes demanding
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Annual house prices in Inverclyde are up by almost 10 per cent
A REPORT released yesterday says annual house prices in Inverclyde are up by almost 10 per cent. In December 2019, the average price of a property in Inverclyde was £125,293. In December 2020, that figure rose by 9.8 per cent to £137,632 according
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Work to stop 'further deterioration' of modernised block of flats in Greenock
WORK is under way to stop 'further deterioration' of a block of high rise flats in Greenock. A recent inspection flagged up more problems on the outside of Prospecthill Court in Broomhill. The block was renovated as part of Broomhill's £22
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£100m new college campus plan for Greenock is backed
A MOVE to pave the way for a new £100m college campus on Greenock's waterfront has been backed by local SNP councillors. Elizabeth Robertson, their group leader, has welcomed a proposal to change the local development plan to help accommodate a
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Street trader licence bid for Gourock
A STREET trader has made an application to renew his licence for Gourock. Businessman Richard Law has applied for permission to continue selling fresh fish, fruit, veg and eggs from his mobile van at Cove Road/Cardwell Bay. The hours sought
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Care home visits to resume across Scotland next month — here's everything you need to know
Relatives, friends and carers will be able to visit their loved ones in care homes from early next month, the Scottish Government has said. Visits will be allowed by care home providers, including indoor meet-ups, though precautions against spreading
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People weighed down by debt can find help from anti-poverty charity
LOCAL people weighed down by debt can find help from an anti-poverty charity's local arm. The Christians Against Poverty (CAP) debt centre is offering support and expects demand for the services to increase in the coming months. Hope Community
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Greenock assault trial delayed by a year due to Covid
A TRIAL of a man accused of throwing a woman down a flight of stairs and kicking her unconscious will not now conclude until more than a year after evidence in the case was first heard. The prosecution of Joseph McGowan over the alleged assault
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27-year-old charged with assaulting police officers who came to her aid
A 27-YEAR-OLD woman has been charged with assaulting police officers who came to her aid. Police responded to reports of a female lying outside the station around 3.30am yesterday morning. It is alleged she then became aggressive, lashing out
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Second doses of coronavirus vaccine under way in care homes across Inverclyde
DELIVERY of second doses of the coronavirus vaccine is continuing apace in care homes across Inverclyde. Residents and staff have welcomed the rollout of follow-up booster jabs throughout all 13 local establishments, including at the Bagatelle
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Ravenscraig: Council won't be drawn on flood
INVERCLYDE Council and its contaminated land officer have declined to give an opinion regarding the potential for pollutants being in the Ravenscraig floodwater. The Telegraph asked if the council's expert could provide an assurance that no toxic
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Fear toxic contaminants may have leached from the polluted Ravenscraig social housing building site in floods
FEARS are mounting that toxic contaminants may have leached from the polluted Ravenscraig social housing building site after dirty floodwater spewed out onto a busy Greenock road. The escape from the sprawling 83-acre estate — which has confirmed
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WATCH: Pollution fear as water pours from Ravenscraig site
DIRTY flood water from the polluted Ravenscraig social housing site in Greenock forms a large an impassable pool for pedestrians. In this video clip — filmed at the height of the problem — a woman carrying a shopping bag encounters the obstacle
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Man arrested for allegedly assaulting police officers on the Esplanade
A MAN is facing prosecution after being arrested for allegedly assaulting police officers on the Esplanade. Patrols were sent to the area following reports of a 'man acting suspiciously' about 8pm on Saturday. A report by police alleges that
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Local man stands down as head of housing body
A GOUROCK man is to step down from his role as chair of Scotland largest housing, care and property management group. Wheatley Group chair Alastair MacNish is to retire this autumn after six years in the role The role was the culmination of
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Greenock man in court on major drug supply charge
A DRUG dealing accused man has appeared at Greenock Sheriff Court in connection with the alleged seizure of thousands of pounds worth of street valium. Peter Berry, 48, is charged with being concerned in the supply of the class C drug — as well
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Time is running out to enter the Greenock Telegraph's first ever 'perfect pet' contest
ANIMAL lovers are running out of time to enter the Greenock Telegraph's first ever 'perfect pet' contest. Our fantastic new competition is open to all of Inverclyde's cute cats, adorable dogs and every other type of treasured pet that our readers
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MSP in vow to fight for Greenock woman caught up in council tax trap
INVERCLYDE'S MSP has vowed to fight for a Greenock woman waiting for a heart transplant who has been caught up in a council tax trap. Stuart McMillan says he will take Emma Carney's case to the Scottish Government after the Tele reported on her
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Yard chief reveals 120 new jobs are being created at Ferguson's shipyard
A TOTAL of 120 new jobs are being created at Ferguson's shipyard as a major push is launched to complete two heavily delayed ferries. The man tasked with saving the yard, Tim Hair, today hailed the workforce boost as a 'milestone' for the yard
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'Millions' could be living with incurable condition triggered by cold and stress — here's what to look out for
A Scots woman is urging people to be aware of the signs of an incurable condition that has left her struggling to walk even short distances. Claire Smith, from Blantyre, was diagnosed with Raynaud's disease at the age of 40, and had been living
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£250k overhaul has been completed at Gourock Golf Club
A TEE-RRIFIC £250k overhaul has been completed at Gourock Golf Club to coincide with its 125th anniversary year. The clubhouse locker rooms have been transformed, toilets and changing facilities have been revamped, the downstairs hallway has been
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Greenock DJ who has raised almost £100,000 for good causes is crowned as a hero on breakfast radio
A GENEROUS Greenock DJ who has raised almost £100,000 for good causes has been crowned as a hero by the king of breakfast radio. Stephen Connon, who has been running online raffles and draws since last May in aid of local groups and charities struggling
