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Newark Angling Club members score points in trophy competition
Newark Angling Club members made the journey to Lochs Long and Fyne for a fishing competition. Fourteen fish were returned among the anglers, although, unfortunately, the junior members didn't manage any. This competition was part of the club's
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Business organisations team up to host networking fundraiser in Greenock
INVERCLYDE Chamber of Commerce and Scottish Women in Business (SWIB) are teaming up to host an evening of networking and collaboration which will raise money for a great cause. Supported by MM Search, the event will take place at Greenock Wanderers
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Greenock's match against Glasgow Accies abandoned due to rain
Rain doused hopes for a win at Greenock’s Saturday match against Glasgow Accies at New Anniesland, causing the game to be abandoned. Despite anticipations of afternoon showers, the match started, with Greenock launching the Accies into the crease
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Scottish comedian to take to stage at Greenock Town Hall
A POPULAR comedian is set to perform in Greenock later this year – and tickets are on sale now. Karen Dunbar has announced a show at Greenock Town Hall on November 2. The Chewin’ the Fat star last visited the town in November last year as part
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Gourock swimmers pick up water safety tips at police event
SWIMMERS in Gourock recently had the chance to pick up some water safety tips at an event hosted by Police Scotland. The force’s Preventions and Interventions Team attended the town’s outdoor pool last week to deliver the free session. (Image
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Popular Beatles tribute band to play at Greenock Celtic Supporters Club
A GREENOCK venue will be full of iconic 1960s tunes this weekend. Maxwell's Silver Beatles are playing at the Celtic Supporters Club in Laird Street on Saturday night. Band members Alan Beaton, Billy McShane, Jim Gisbey, and Mik Grant will
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West End star leads class at theatre school summer camp in Greenock
STUDENTS at a Greenock theatre school got a taste of the West End as they welcomed a top stage actor to their summer camp. The Theatre School of Scotland’s (TSOS) local branch hosted a four-day Six The Musical-themed camp at Songbird Studios, which
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Caring kids are following in the footsteps of their marvellous mums
CARING kids are following in the footsteps of their marvellous mums who have raised more than £500,000 for good causes. FUNdraising Inverclyde, who are fresh from a hugely successful event at Greenock Cricket Club giving an incredible £8,000 to
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Greenock man fined for driving offences and aggressive behaviour at IRH
A GREENOCK man has been removed from the Sex Offenders Register after a sheriff deemed there to be 'no significant sexual element' to the charge against him. Kevin McShane had previously been made subject to notification requirements after he pleaded
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Drama workshop in Greenock for people affected by the alcohol or drug use of others
PEOPLE who are affected by the alcohol or drug use of a loved one can take time out at an event in Greenock next month. Scottish Families is running a drama workshop with Felix O'Brien at Broomhill Gardens and Community Hub on Wednesday, August
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Newly-formed Inverclyde charity accepting applications for project lead role
A NEWLY formed Inverclyde charity is accepting applications for a project lead position. Compassionate Inverclyde is recruiting for a 18-hour per week post which is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund for a period of two years. Bosses
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Work being done on The Waverley in Greenock - here's why
Maintenance work is being undertake on the iconic Waverley paddle steamer in Greenock today (July 22). The vessel is off service at Greenock's Custom House Quay on a planned maintenance day, with repairs taking place on the exterior of the ship
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Television antiques expert to visit valuation day event in Greenock
A TELEVISION antiques expert is set to visit a valuation day in Greenock later this year. Anita Manning will attend the Rotary Club of Gourock’s event at Greenock Wanderers Rugby Club on September 3, along with her team of specialist valuers.
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Two Greenock flats to be auctioned with opening bids of £3,000
TWO Greenock flats are to be auctioned this week with opening bids of £3,000. Bidding will open on the Belville Street properties at 10am on Thursday, with the auction ending at 3pm. Future Property Auctions says the flats are currently ‘not
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Larkfield locals have planted the seeds for a thriving community garden
LARKFIELD locals believe they have planted the seeds for a successful community garden as their exciting bid to transform a barren section of land continues to take shape. Dozens of residents have been giving up their time over the last few months
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Wemyss Bay property: Fantastic family home has amazing open-plan living space
THIS fantastic family home in Wemyss Bay is already making waves on the market. Sitting in a sought-after spot in a quiet cul-de-sac in Striven Road, the three-bedroom semi-detached villa arrives on the market in pristine condition. The amazing
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Carnival cruise ship kicks off busy week at Greenock Ocean Terminal
A HUGE cruise ship has kicked off a busy few days for Greenock Ocean Terminal. Carnival Legend arrived on the Clyde this morning, carrying up to 2,100 passengers across her 12 decks. The ship departed Dover on Friday for a nine-day round trip
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Local charity says donations are at a 20-year low due to cost of living crisis
A LOCAL charity says donations are the lowest in its 20-year history - when demand is greater than ever. Starter Packs Inverclyde blames the economic climate for the dip in contributions. Manager June Glancy says charities are all competing
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Morton in the Community Extra time camps
A COMMUNITY football project is going into extra time to help give families across Inverclyde a break this summer. Morton in the Community Trust have a number of initiatives lined up through the holidays, including a week of football funded by
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Hospice makes desperate plea to keep tills ringing over the holidays
ARDGOWAN Hospice bosses are making a desperate plea for shop volunteers to keep the tills ringing to help cancer patients. There is a shortage of volunteers to staff the stores especially during the holiday period and without more help opening
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'Abandoned' mum pleading for more help to care for her disabled children
A STRESSED mum of a severely disabled son and a daughter who needs round-the-clock care has slammed local health bosses over a lack of respite care which she says has made her a 'prisoner' in her own home. Ann Ward has hit out at the level of support
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Greenock woman sets up support group for rare chronic illness
A GREENOCK woman who has led the fight for sufferers of a chronic illness which can have devastating impacts on lives is setting up a support group in Inverclyde. Mum Shelagh McKay Jones has campaigned for the Ehlers Danlos syndrome and hypermobility
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Greenock care home graded as 'weak' by inspectors achieves 'adequate' rating
A GREENOCK care home which was ordered to make improvements to services after receiving 'weak' gradings in key areas by an industry watchdog has been upgraded to 'adequate'. The Care Inspectorate made two unannounced visits to Little Sisters of
