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Day: July 4, 2020

NOTEBOOK by BILL HEANEY

July 4, 2020 heaneymedia

At the outset Ms Sturgeon told us the pandemic was above and beyond politics. It was too important for that. There would be no lies or misleading statements as was the usual mode for politicians like herself.

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Glorious Glen Fruin where sheep and cattle may safely graze – or maybe not

July 4, 2020 heaneymedia

Committee Convener, Edward Mountain MSP, said: “Dog attacks cause suffering to farm animals, resulting in distress and significant financial cost to farmers.

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Food banks warn spike in demand is imminent

July 4, 2020 heaneymedia

working hand in glove with the council to ensure planned and emergency food and essential supplies deliveries are getting to those who needed them.”

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Patients whose appointments were cancelled can now contact GP practice

July 4, 2020 heaneymedia

It is vital that people in between screening appointments or awaiting an appointment to be aware of any symptoms or signs of the conditions screened for. Anyone having these symptoms should contact their GP practice.

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‘Arrochar will not survive without tourists’

July 4, 2020 heaneymedia

Self-catering businesses can reopen in Scotland from today but hotels, restaurants and B&Bs must remain closed. The impact of the lockdown and social distancing on tourism has been disastrous, with the loss of thousands of jobs. BBC Scotland’s The Nine found out how one community has been coping.

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Clydesdale Bank sheds 300 jobs as branches close

July 4, 2020 heaneymedia

Clydesdale Bank, now renamed Virgin Money, is to shed 300 staff as it closes branches, six in Scotland, including its branch at 53 High Street in Dumbarton..

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  • Dumbarton man detained in India enduring ‘psychological torture’, say UN experts
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Our Lady and St Patrick’s praised for Positive Ethos and Strong Culture

Our Lady and St Patrick’s praised for Positive Ethos and Strong Culture

by Democrat reporter Young people at Our Lady and St Patrick’s High have been praised for having a strong sense of belonging and community, according

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State-owned shipyard ‘blocked’ from bidding for new CalMac ferry …

State-owned shipyard ‘blocked’ from bidding for new CalMac ferry …

Scotland Business Edinburgh, Fife & East Glasgow & West Highlands & Islands NE, Orkney & Shetland South Tayside & Central Alba A concept design drawing

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ROYAL NORTHERN AND CLYDE YACHT CLUB FOR SALE

ROYAL NORTHERN AND CLYDE YACHT CLUB FOR SALE

Stewart Cunningham I have always maintained that nothing is forever but it was sad for me today when I saw that this part of my

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Dumbarton Football Club Sports Day winners …

Dumbarton Football Club Sports Day winners …

Helensburgh Black and Gold Sports Day A total of 38 players took part in the Dumbarton Football Club Sports Day in glorious conditions on Sunday

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Dumbarton man detained in India enduring ‘psychological torture’, say UN experts

Dumbarton man detained in India enduring ‘psychological torture’, say UN experts

They are calling for Jagtar Singh Johal, 39, pictured above, to be released without delay. by Bill Heaney A Dumbarton man who has spent eight

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STV journalists to strike on day of Holyrood election count …

STV journalists to strike on day of Holyrood election count …

The NUJ said the strike will affect STV’s coverage of the Holyrood election results by Bill Heaney STV News journalists are set to strike on

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Hospital boss arrested for perverting the course of justice in Lucy Letby baby deaths inquiry

Hospital boss arrested for perverting the course of justice in Lucy Letby baby deaths inquiry

by Democrat reporter Detectives have arrested a senior hospital manager on suspicion of perverting the course of justice in connection with the inquiry into killer

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SARWAR: ‘SWINNEY WASTES MONEY – LABOUR WILL ACT TO CUT COSTS FOR FAMILIES’

SARWAR: ‘SWINNEY WASTES MONEY – LABOUR WILL ACT TO CUT COSTS FOR FAMILIES’

by Bill Heaney Anas Sarwar will today accuse John Swinney of making life harder for working families by raising taxes and wasting public money. And

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