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Day: September 12, 2020

Owners of iconic restaurant Rogano hit back at claims it’s closing for good

September 12, 2020 heaneymedia

Rumours had begun circulating on social media this week Owners of iconic Glasgow restaurant Rogano are hitting back at claims it’s closing for good, writes

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CARDROSS INN OWNERS WANT TO KEEP AL FRESCO FACILITY ON OFFER

September 12, 2020 heaneymedia

The Cardross Inn, which the owners want to make their outdoor drinking area permanent. By Democrat reporter THE owners of the Cardross Inn, an old

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Masked gang attack on teenagers in Dumbarton East

September 12, 2020 heaneymedia

Detectives in West Dunbartonshire are appealing for witnesses after two teenagers were assaulted on Friday nightt (11 September 2020). The 15 and 16-year-old-boys were on

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Pubs must ensure visitors strictly adhere to the guidance

September 12, 2020 heaneymedia

Labour politicians Jackie Baillie and Neil Bibby pictured before the lockdown in Dumbarton’s most popular public house, The Glencairn in Bridge Street, with the proud

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Love Local campaign to support businesses launch in West Dunbartonshire

September 12, 2020 heaneymedia

Mitchell Way in Alexandria, where West Dunbartonshire Council, would recommend you shop.  By Democrat reporter Residents in West Dunbartonshire are being encouraged to ‘think local

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  • Man jailed following pitch invasion and disorder at Scottish Cup match
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  • Glaring capability gaps in the Faslane-based submarine fleet have left the UK vulnerable to attacks from Russia
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School attendance drops across Scotland after bomb hoax

School attendance drops across Scotland after bomb hoax

The email was received by schools across the country, including West Dunbartonshire but the Council refuse to tell council taxpayers what the impact was here.

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Man jailed following pitch invasion and disorder at Scottish Cup match

Man jailed following pitch invasion and disorder at Scottish Cup match

22 October 2026 Bottle throwing Rangers fan also received an eight-month banning order A man has been jailed for 16 months for his part in

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Fifteen people arrested in connection with immigration offences at ports in Scotland

Fifteen people arrested in connection with immigration offences at ports in Scotland

October 22, 2026 Fifteen people have been arrested in connection with immigration offences following two weeks of intensification action at Loch Ryan and Cairnryan Ports.

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Labour PM Andy Burnham puts communities first in shake up of government investment rules

Labour PM Andy Burnham puts communities first in shake up of government investment rules

Thursday 22 October 2026 Changes to investment rules will make fairer funding decisions for projects across the country No10 North to support all areas across

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Glaring capability gaps in the Faslane-based submarine fleet have left the UK vulnerable to attacks from Russia

Glaring capability gaps in the Faslane-based submarine fleet have left the UK vulnerable to attacks from Russia

New Type 26 frigate HMS Cardiff passes under Erskine Bridge in West Dunbartonshire. New images show HMS Cardiff, one of the Royal Navy’s next-generation Type

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COVID 19: HOw the people of Scotland were failed by their public servants

COVID 19: HOw the people of Scotland were failed by their public servants

DUMBARTON NOTEBOOK by BILL HEANEY Yesterday, I promised in my initial report on the Covid 19 Inquiry delivered by Baroness Hallett that I would deliver

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UK weather: ‘Danger to life’ warning issued by Met Office

UK weather: ‘Danger to life’ warning issued by Met Office

Storm Austen forecast to bring 80 mph winds to the West Coast Wednesday 21 October 2026 The Met Office has issued an amber wind warning

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£16bn productivity boost delivers better value and better services for taxpayers, says Chancellor

£16bn productivity boost delivers better value and better services for taxpayers, says Chancellor

£16 billion productivity boost delivering better value and better services for taxpayers.  Harnessing AI and new technology is already helping millions more NHS patients get

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