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Greenock Glenpark Harrier Simon Okiti shines at UK Nationals
Greenock Glenpark Harrier Simon Okiti has cemented his status at the UK National Athletic League. Representing Glasgow Jaguar, Okiti competed in the 100m, 200m, and the 4 x 100m sprint relay races at the Commonwealth Games Stadium in Birmingham
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New campaign by Police Scotland focuses on speed camera stories
Police Scotland has launched a new campaign that places their cameras at collision hotspots. The campaign, titled 'There’s a story behind every camera', highlights the risks of speeding. The main message is that every speed camera encapsulates
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Comedian who has performed all over the world heading for Gourock
COMEDY fans should head to one of Gourock's best-known venues later this month for a night of laughs. Comedian Keith Farnan will be on stage at the Gamble Halls on Thursday, August 29. Keith has performed stand-up all over the world, and
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CalMac's Gourock HQ and Ferguson Marine feature in BBC documentary
A BBC documentary has given viewers an insight into the day-to-day running of CalMac from the operator’s Gourock headquarters, as well as the challenges faced by those attempting to deliver Ferguson Marine's two long-awaited vessels. The latest
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Budding bakers take part in their own 'Great British Bake-Off' in Gourock
Cute cooks took part in their very own 'Great British Bake-Off' in Gourock this week. Youngsters enjoyed making their own bread, scones, soup and pizza at St John's Church's holiday club. (Image: George Munro) (Image: George Munro) (Image
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Greenock Methodist Church members gather to share memories before demolition
FORMER members of Greenock Methodist Church have gathered to share their fond memories before the building is demolished. Ardgowan Hospice recently made the ‘difficult’ decision to knock the historic church down due to ongoing health and safety
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Inverclyde band sell out first hometown show in two years within minutes
AN INVERCLYDE band are looking ahead to their first hometown gig in two years after tickets for the show sold out in minutes. Slix will play Greenock’s Beacon Arts Centre on September 14 as part of a series of events which aim to give local acts
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Inverclyde gardening group seek volunteers for school planter project
AN INVERCLYDE gardening group are appealing for volunteers to help build planters at a primary school this weekend. Blooming Inverkip will install four large raised bed planters at Inverkip Primary on Sunday. The facilities, funded by the UK
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Car leaves road stopping inches from a home after crash in Greenock
A WOMAN was taken to hospital after emergency services rushed to the scene of a car crash in Greenock where a car came to a stop just inches from a home. A black Volkswagen which appeared to have gone over the edge of an embankment on Wellington
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Tesco customers warned about 'fake' £750 voucher circulating on social media
A warning has been issued after an apparent scam on TikTok has been circulating. Posts claiming to be from disgruntled former staff members are urging customers to head to TesOffer.com to claim a free £750 voucher. However, this does not appear
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Martin Lewis warning to pensioners who could be missing out on £3,900 boost
Martin Lewis has issued a warning to pensioners who could be missing out on £3,900 worth of support that they are entitled to. The Money Saving Expert is urging any pensioners with an income of £235 or less a week to check if they are eligible
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One-month Housing Benefit warning to thousands ahead of Universal Credit change
A one-month warning has been issued to thousands of households in receipt of Housing Benefit. Thousands of people who receive Housing Benefit from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), have weeks to take action or risk losing their benefits
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Bowls: Rankin Park trio come out on top in Ardgowan triples tournament
THREE Rankin Park bowlers emerged on top in Ardgowan Bowling Club’s annual open triples competition. Jim McElwee, Mark McLees and skip Paul McElwee defeated Martin Woodrow, Peter Johnstone and Alex Cunningham in the final of the tournament.
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Popular ball set to return to Greenock Town Hall for first time since pandemic
A MUCH-LOVED Greenock charity is getting ready for an evening of entertainment and enjoyment as its popular fundraising ball returns for the first time since the Covid pandemic. Greenock Town Hall is set to host a fantastic fundraiser on September
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Familiar face graces Greenock's waterfront as 2,500-passenger ship pays a visit
A FAMILIAR face graced Greenock's waterfront on Saturday as another colossal cruise ship visited the area. TUI cruises vessel Mein Schiff 3 brought more than 2,500 passengers to Inverclyde's shores when she berthed at the ocean terminal. The
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From Chinese to chippies, the Glasgow restaurants loved by Martin Compston
He was born in Greenock and lives in the glamorous Las Vegas, but Martin Compston also has a love for Glasgow and is regularly spotted out and about in the city. The 40-year-old Line of Duty star has been pictured enjoying some of our most-loved
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Gourock: Beautiful three-bed detached bungalow has gorgeous garden room
DESCRIBED as 'beautifully presented', this exquisite home in Gourock offers spectacular views out over the Firth of Clyde. Sitting in a prime location in Drumshantie Road, the fantastic three-bedroom detached bungalow arrives on the market in
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Three things we learned as Morton battle to opening day draw at Partick
DOUGIE Imrie watched on with pride as his side battled away at Firhill to hold a much-fancied, free-spending Partick Thistle side to a point in their William Hill Championship opener. Neither side could find a breakthrough on the opening day as
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Rock band Dymensha to perform gig in Gourock this weekend
Inverclyde rock band Dymensha have an upcoming gig in Gourock this weekend. The five band members return after a short summer break to perform all the classics from the 1960s to 80s in Cleats this Sunday. Join then at the Kempock Street venue
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Police hunt for attacker after serious assault in Greenock pub on Saturday night
DETECTIVES are on the hunt for a suspect alleged to have seriously assaulted a man in a Greenock pub on Saturday. Police say a 42-year-old man was seriously assaulted in a licensed premises on Ann Street at around 11:30pm on August 3. The
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Mum 'disgusted' after disabled daughter left in tears when toilet access denied
A 'DISGUSTED' mum has hit out at charity shop staff after her disabled daughter was reduced to tears and forced to wear soiled clothes when she was refused access to a toilet. Mum-of-three Jody Anderson has told of her anger following the incident
