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Day: March 11, 2021

BACK TO SCHOOL: After hours classes will only scratch the surface of real need in schools, says EIS teaching union

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A programme of intense lessons for individuals and small groups will be provided after school. By Rory Murphy Pupils across West Dunbartonshire will be given

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EDUCATION: Counselling in schools continues to make positive progress

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By Aileen Maclennan Argyll and Bute Council has made significant progress in recruiting and delivering a counselling service for children and young people in the

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MOTHER’S DAY: JOY AS LOVED ONES REUNITE AT ERSKINE

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By Judith Haw With the much welcomed re-introduction of indoor family visits at Erskine Care Homes, Mother’s Day this year will be extra special for

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WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL: TARTAN TORY ALLIANCE BRINGS ABOUT RETHINK ON BALLOCH SQUARE

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People found it impossible to negotiate their way into businesses in Balloch.  By Bill Heaney West Dunbartonshire Council have abandoned plans to make major changes

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Vaccine trial gamble pays off for research volunteers in local health board area 

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Anni Donaldson took part in the study by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s research team. By Lucy Ashton When Anni Donaldson signed up for the

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  • SWIMS AND GYMNS: THEY’RE FREE DURING THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS
  • COUNCIL cycle path plans move forward alongside major active travel investment
  • COUNCIL’S UNPAID CARERS HAVE BEEN TOLD TO CHECK OUT ALLOWANCES

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Vale of Leven Trust exploring new ways to support our community …

Vale of Leven Trust exploring new ways to support our community …

Vale of Leven Trust It’s been a big planning week for us! Our management team has been busy shaping the future of the charity and

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Biker hurt in crash with police car near Erskine Bridge …

Biker hurt in crash with police car near Erskine Bridge …

A biker has been treated in hospital after being involved in a crash with a police car near the Erskine Bridge. Police said the collision

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SWIMS AND GYMNS: THEY’RE FREE DURING THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS

SWIMS AND GYMNS: THEY’RE FREE DURING THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS

West Dunbartonshire Leisure  WDC funded free Summer Activities for school pupils Saturday 27 June – Sunday 16th August • Free Juvenile Swim sessions for WDC

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COUNCIL cycle path plans move forward alongside major active travel investment

COUNCIL cycle path plans move forward alongside major active travel investment

by Bill Heaney Councillors at the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee received updates on the latest progress in delivering a high-quality walking, wheeling and cycling

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COUNCIL’S UNPAID CARERS HAVE BEEN TOLD TO CHECK OUT ALLOWANCES

COUNCIL’S UNPAID CARERS HAVE BEEN TOLD TO CHECK OUT ALLOWANCES

Labour MSP Carol Mochan and Social Care Minister Shirley Ann Somerville. by Bill Heaney This is Carers Week, and this year’s Carers Week report found

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Knife possession increased by 15 per cent among 11 to 15-year-olds between 2020 and 2025.

Knife possession increased by 15 per cent among 11 to 15-year-olds between 2020 and 2025.

by Bill Heaney First Minister John Swinney has been asked what further measures the Scottish Government will take to tackle the rise in knife crime

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Anti immigration arrests following demonstrations across Scotland

Anti immigration arrests following demonstrations across Scotland

by Democrat reporters Demonstrations were held in several locations across Scotland last night, Tuesday. Three men, aged 31, 18 and 18 have been arrested and

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