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Arty folk were picture perfect after using an exciting process to capture nature
ARTY folk got the rare chance to capture nature in print without a camera. Noel Griffin digital project officer ran the sessions at the Watt Institution last week. (Image: Alex Craig) (Image: Freelancer) Members got the chance to take
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A sports awards organiser praises sporting stalwart saying he is irrepressible.
AN AWARDS organiser has praised an Inverclyde sporting stalwart as 'irrepressible'. Table tennis supremo Bobby Thomson, 91, featured in the People of Inverclyde in the Telegraph this week. Good friend Chris Jewell, who helps who co-ordinates
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Kilmacolm set for weekend of fun later this month as circus comes to town
KILMACOLM is set for a weekend of fun and entertainment when the circus comes to town later this month. Veteran circus promoter Tony Hopkins' 2024 production of “Circus Montini” will be at Birkmyre Park from July 22 to July 24. The show's
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Greenock Sea Cadets feeling ship shape after four-figure donation
GREENOCK Sea Cadets are feeling ship shape after receiving a large donation from generous fundraisers. Ye Corporation of Square Men Ayr Shed No 2 have made a donation of £1,000 to support the work of the local group. Matt McGibbon, Worthy
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Greenock sheltered housing complex garden in full bloom
A GREENOCK sheltered housing complex's new garden is in full bloom thanks to a community project. St Margaret's Court residents are delighted with the finishing touches to their outdoor space which can now be enjoyed by all. Organiser George
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Greenock church's afternoon teas raises vital funds for Ardgowan Hospice
A CHURCH in the heart of Greenock is proving to be good neighbours with another charity donation. City Church recently handed over £1270 to the Ardgown Hospice from their fundraising afternoon teas held every week. The kind hearted volunteers
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Port Glasgow man has assault charge dropped after witness no-show
A PORT Glasgow assault accused has had the charge against him dropped after a witness failed to attend court. Darren Wright was charged with assault a man on Carwood Street in Greenock on February 26, 2021. He was alleged to have punched the
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Greenock writer goes back to his roots to set his new book in his home town
A GOUROCK writer is going back to his roots and is setting his new book in his home town. Dr Martin Campbell was inspired after a walk through Greenock Cemetery while visiting his brothers. The 65-year-old's latest book is called Adrift in
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Man assaulted woman and took phone as she tried to dial 999 in Wemyss Bay
A MAN has admitted assaulting a woman to her injury and taking a mobile phone from her as she tried to dial 999. William Wallace pleaded guilty to attacking his partner or ex-partner at Wemyss Bay Caravan Park on July 13 last year. The 29-year-old
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Santander in Greenock raise thousands for Ardgowan Hospice
SANTANDER proved Ardgowan Hospice can bank on them by raising thousands of pounds for the worthy cause. The bank's Oak Mall branch handed over a cheque for £2,500 to staff from the hospice yesterday morning. The money was raised through a
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Inverclyde's first ever science festival is a big hit with families
FAMILIES in Inverclyde came together to take part in a first ever festival celebrating science, technology, engineering and mathamatics. The event was organised by both Morton in the Community and Inveclyde Council's eduation authority to launch
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Packed calendar of free events revealed for carers in Inverclyde
CARERS Gateway Inverclyde have arranged a packed calendar of free events for local carers to take part in this summer. The organisation's programme for adult carers kicks off on July 30 with a day out to Culzean Castle. A tea dance aimed at
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Sporting stalwart has been inspiring generations for more than 60 years
A SPORTING stalwart who has inspired generations of youngsters for more than 60 years is still going strong at the age of 91. Bobby Thomson, a talented table tennis player and coach, has made a huge contribution to the community over several decades
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Vet's View: Murphy's cancer scare and the unecessary delay in getting checked out
MURPHY and his owners were amongst my favourites. Always pleasant, considerate and well-groomed, Murphy reflected his owners’ attitude towards life. They were model clients; they turned up on time, followed instructions to the letter and cared deeply
