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Day: August 9, 2020

Education system that favours the affluent and penalises the poor

August 9, 2020 heaneymedia

Having claimed that this year’s school exam results would be formed primarily from teacher estimates it has betrayed that professional judgement by slashing pupil grades particularly among those children from the poorest areas.

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GIRL DROWNED IN THE LEVEN AFTER BEING SWEPT OFF HER FEET AT BALLOCH BRIDGE

August 9, 2020 heaneymedia

Initially, some people thought two persons were in the water – a young girl and a youth, but it was announced later that the search was for the girl only.

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SNP COUNCIL LEADER SAYS THERE’S NOT ‘A CAT IN HELL’S’ CHANCE OF OF A SECOND WAVE OF THE VIRUS

August 9, 2020 heaneymedia

Perhaps Cllr Alexander should form an orderly queue behind Derek Mackay, the FM’s former finance leader, who was widely tipped to succeed her in Bute House, and who recently picked up a stonking £44,000 of taxpayers’ money for doing nothing.

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Man charged in connection with bogus workman offences in Old Kilpatrick

August 9, 2020 heaneymedia

I would urge all members of the public to remain vigilant and only get work done from approved or trusted tradesmen and challenge anyone who does not have the necessary credentials.

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EVICTIONS: 21st CENTURY COVID CLEARANCES

August 9, 2020 heaneymedia

But the Scottish Government refutes suggestions adequate protections have not been put in place, pointing to the implementation of emergency legislation requiring extended notice periods for evictions.

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LEST WE FORGET: Remembrance Sunday 2026 Services Across West Dunbartonshire

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ENTERTAINMENT: A new chapter for Loch Lomond TV

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A new chapter for Loch Lomond TV We’re excited to announce our 2027 relaunch and an expanded range of services, bringing more opportunities for local

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Vale of Leven History: Remnants of our industrial heritage.

Vale of Leven History: Remnants of our industrial heritage.

This is the lade just downstream from the angling club. “Lade” is a Scottish word meaning a man made channel used to divert water to

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Bishops’ Conference of Scotland

Bishops’ Conference of Scotland

Bishops’ Conference of Scotland Luisa Campbell, General Secretary of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, recently visited the Gillis Centre in Edinburgh to speak to members

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DEATH NOTICE: PETER ADAM

DEATH NOTICE: PETER ADAM

John Kane Funeral Directors Peter Adam 2nd May 1950 – 24th October 2026 On behalf of the family, we have been asked to share details

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WHAT A FIREWORKS AND FUNFAIR NIGHT AT WHITECROOK

WHAT A FIREWORKS AND FUNFAIR NIGHT AT WHITECROOK

WHAT A FIREWORKS AND FUNFAIR NIGHT AT WHITECROOK Last night’s Family Funfair & Fireworks event at Whitecrook Park was absolutely AWESOME from start to finish!

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Vale of Leven Trust

Vale of Leven Trust

Vale of Leven Trust Your community. Your ideas. Your chance to get involved. Would you like to help make a difference in the Vale of

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DENNY CIVIC THEATRE:

DENNY CIVIC THEATRE:

Last chance to buy tickets. Cast and Crew are looking forward to seeing you all. 2.30 pm and 7.30 pm TONIGHT.

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