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Fun-filled gala day is being held at Lady Octavia Sports Centre.
A fun-filled gala day is being held at Lady Octavia Sports Centre on Friday. Cloch Housing Association are holding the event which includes a bouncy castle, soft play, bungee run and sticky wall and visits from the fire and police service.
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Take a look at the properties being auctioned in Greenock this week
SEVERAL properties in Greenock are to go under the hammer next this week – including a flat with an opening bid of £17,000. A number of residential and commercial units in the town are listed in Future Property Auctions’ online event taking place
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SK Brann fans call for Morton support ahead of St. Mirren's European clash
A NORWEGIAN journalist has issued a rallying cry to Morton fans as he looks for support from his adopted club to help his hometown team defy the odds in European competition. Amund Trellevik, a journalist for Norse outlet Nordlys and an avid SK
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Inverclyde arts organisations encouraged to apply for share of £500,000
CREATIVE organisations across Inverclyde which support children and young people living in poverty are being encouraged to apply for a share of a £500,000 funding pot. The Young Arts Open Fund supports freelance artists and organisations, and
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American rock star with Scottish links ready to share his stories at Greenock venue
AN American rock star, DJ, broadcaster, producer, and author who has strong Scottish connections is bringing his own brand of cool to Greenock. The original Fun Lovin' Criminal Huey Morgan will present an evening of music and conversation at the
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Port Glasgow project is bringing an old orchard back to life
A PROJECT in Port Glasgow which has changed lives for the past 30 years is now bringing an old orchard back to life. Parklea Branching Out - recently highlighted by new Inverclyde MP Martin McCluskey, in his maiden speech in the House of Commons
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Accused tells trial he 'kissed and cuddled' teen girls but denies 'sexual assaults'
AN INDECENT assaults accused Greenock man who allegedly kissed and cuddled two teenage girls and told another that she looked 'busty' has told a jury that his reported actions were not sexually motivated. Giving evidence at Greenock Sheriff Court
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Firefighters respond to reports of blaze at property in Greenock
SEVERAL fire appliances responded to reports of a blaze at a property in Greenock late last night. Firefighters were sent to Lynedoch Street after being alerted at around 10:12pm. A spokesperson for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said
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Dog grooming business given permission to use empty charity shop as new base
A DOG grooming business has been given permission to use a former Gourock charity shop as a base. V.I. Pet Grooming has applied to Inverclyde Council for permission to change the use of premises at 64 Cardwell Road. The unit was previously
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Charities to remember lives lost to addiction at candlelight vigil in Greenock
A CANDLELIGHT vigil is to be held in Inverclyde to remember those lost to addiction. Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs will team up with Teen Challenge to host the event at Clyde Square on September 1. For the past three years
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Drivers warned of A8 closure in Inverclyde for resurfacing - starting this week
TRAFFIC restrictions are to be introduced on the A8 in Port Glasgow later this week as a series of resurfacing improvements gets under way. Amey will begin works on the eastbound carriageway between the Comet roundabout and the Newark roundabout
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Make a date to enjoy some flower power at annual show in Kilmacolm
KEEN horticulturalists are being encouraged to show off their skills at a popular annual event in Kilmacolm. The Kilmacolm Flower and Produce Show will take place at Cargill Community Centre on Saturday, August 31. Organised by Kilmacolm
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Greenock-born MSP Jamie Greene announces Scottish Conservative leadership bid
GREENOCK-born MSP Jamie Greene has joined the race to become the next leader of the Scottish Conservative party. The Holyrood representative, who hails from Gibshill, pledged to ‘fix a broken politics’ which he says has left places like Inverclyde
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Inverclyde MP Martin McCluskey to hold surgeries this week
INVERCLYDE’S MP will host two surgeries in his constituency this week. Martin McCluskey will be at Oak Mall in Greenock on Friday from 11:30am until 12:30pm. The joint surgery with West Scotland MSP Paul O’Kane and Councillor Francesca Brennan
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Thousands connect with creative arts through Beacon's community programme
THOUSANDS of people in Inverclyde have benefitted from a programme which aims to connect communities with creative arts. The Beacon Arts Centre has been delivering a pioneering community engagement programme, supported by funding from the Foyle
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Bereavement support group will meet in Kilmacolm next week
PEOPLE who have lost loved ones can access support at a meeting in Kilmacolm next week. The next Solas Bereavement Group drop-in will take place at the Kidston Hall on Thursday, August 15. Organisers say they have created a 'safe space' where
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'Shambles': Some pupils receive 'blank' emails while awaiting exam results
Numerous pupils across Inverclyde have seen their anxious wait for exam results extended this morning after blank emails were received. The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) says it is has now resolved a problem which has left many students
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Greenock builder lost out on business after BT 'cut off broadband and phone service'
A GREENOCK builder says he has been the alleged victim of a mis-selling practice after BT cut off his phone and internet services then left him with no provider. Outraged Paul Mclaughlan told the Tele that the telecom giants switched off his services
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Narrow defeat for Greenock could jeopardise league rank aspirations
Greenock suffered a second defeat to Kilmarnock this season, losing by just nine runs at Glenpark on Saturday. The match was a close contest, but a disappointing batting performance by Greenock, particularly from the top order, proved decisive.
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Bright and stylish one-bed flat overlooks Greenock's James Watt Dock
THIS fantastic Greenock flat will suit first-time buyers down to the ground. Nestled nicely in a sought-after spot in James Watt Way, this ground floor property offers lovely views out over the dock. The one-bedroom home is bright and stylish
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Limited tickets available for global pop icon tribute show at Beacon on Thursday
FANS of a global pop icon still have time to grab tickets for a musical spectacular at the Beacon. Taylor Swift tribute act Xenna Kristian is heading for the venue on Thursday. A limited number of tickets are available for the evening performance
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Royal Caribbean cruise ship arrives at Greenock Ocean Terminal
A ROYAL Caribbean ship has arrived on the Clyde after spending a week cruising Iceland’s fjords. Jewel of the Seas is visiting Greenock Ocean Terminal for the third time this season. The 13-deck vessel can carry up to 2,500 passengers, as well
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Your Voice hosts family sports day at Battery Park in Greenock on Thursday
PEOPLE from all over Inverclyde can get involved in an active outdoor event in Greenock on Thursday. Your Voice and Inverclyde HSCP have teamed up to host a family sports day at Battery Park. Participants will get the chance to show off their
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Find out how Inverclyde pupils fared in their exams this year
INVERCLYDE school pupils recorded another strong year of exam results as results came in across the district this morning. A total of 1,866 candidates received their marks from 8am this morning (Tuesday, August 6). The overall pass rates are
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Inverclyde Academy pupil set to study psychology after achieving straight A passes
A TALENTED teenager hoping to secure a spot to study psychology at a top Scottish university has taken another step along the path to success by achieving straight As in his Higher exams. Brainy Laurence Bell was delighted when he discovered he
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Drivers issued warning over commonly believed speed camera myth
A widely believed speed camera myth could land you in trouble with police, drivers in the UK have been warned. A motoring expert has lifted the lid on whether the commonly held belief that drivers can go ten per cent over the speed limit is true
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Around 1,900 Inverclyde pupils await results of SQA exams
THOUSANDS of pupils in Inverclyde are set to receive the results of their school exams this morning as the Scottish Qualifications Authority delivers grades to youngsters across the country. All candidates will be informed of their results by post
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Morton's Ali Crawford looks to put year of pain behind him and prove doubters wrong
RETURNING Morton star Ali Crawford says he’s ready to put a year of pain behind him and prove any Cappielow doubters wrong after sealing a stunning return to Greenock. Crawford penned a six-month deal last Friday to mark the beginning of a second
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Disabled campaigner warns West Blackhall Street is a 'danger zone'
A DISABLED rights campaigner has warned West Blackhall Street is a danger zone as she is forced to steer clear of numerous obstacles amid ongoing regeneration works. Johanna Stewart, who was part of the former Inverclyde Council on Disability,
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Calls for 'critical' cash boost for firms affected by West Blackhall Street works
A CALL for a 'critical' cash injection to help ensure the survival of firms facing disruption due to the ongoing West Blackhall Street regeneration works has been made by the area’s MSP. Stuart McMillan has penned a joint letter with Inverclyde
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Morton front man JET looks to build on positive Partick display
MORTON forward Jay Emmanuel-Thomas says he’s given himself a base to build from as he looks to lead the line for Dougie Imrie’s men this season. JET featured for 70-minutes in his first match in almost four months in Ton’s Championship opener against
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Learners encouraged to enrol in college after SQA results
Colleges Scotland is encouraging learners to consider enrolling in college as the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) results come out today. Shona Struthers, chief executive of Colleges Scotland, said Scotland currently needs skilled college
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HMP Greenock staff praised in chief inspector's final annual report
THE chief inspector of Scotland’s prisons has highlighted the ‘excellent’ staff-prisoner relationships at HMP Greenock after completing her final annual report in the role. Wendy Sinclair-Giebens is due to leave her position as HM Chief Inspector
