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Day: November 8, 2025

Spectacular exhibition of 15,000 poppies to mark Remembrance Day on display in village

November 8, 2025 heaneymedia

by Cameron Brooks A spectacular exhibition of 15,000 poppies to mark Remembrance Day is on display in an East Renfrewshire village. A group of people

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POLICE: New recruits sign up for a job like no other

November 8, 2025 heaneymedia

The latest cohort of probationary constables were issued with their warrant cards at swearing-in ceremonies across the country on Thursday, 6 November, 2025. The 165

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Celebrating Local Winners at Scotland’s Health Awards 2025

November 8, 2025 heaneymedia

by Lucy Ashton Scotland’s Health Awards 2025 was an event to remember, shining a spotlight on the dedication and excellence of health and social care

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VALE OF LEVEN HOSPITAL: Important Advice for Parents on Children’s Healthcare

November 8, 2025 heaneymedia

Parents want the best for their children when they’re hurt or unwell. by Lucy Ashton Healthcare professionals at the Vale of Leven Hospital are reminding

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Alexandria CC Notice Board: FIND OUT ABOUT THE LEVEN LINE

November 8, 2025 heaneymedia

Alexandria CC Notice Board  ·  Alan Hubner: Are you looking to find out more information about The Leven Line? We have a page on our community

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Where is Flamingo Land in the LLTNPA’s evidence report for their new Local Development Plan?

November 8, 2025 heaneymedia

Nick Kempe’s Parkswatch column  Screenshot 28th October On Monday 10th November the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Authority (LLTNPA) are holding a special board

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News, opinion and pictures from West Dunbartonshire.

Recent Posts

  • Refugee Festival Scotland 2026 programme puts solidarity centre stage
  • People are tired of political arguments that seem disconnected from their lives, says Sarwar.
  • Great Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out …
  • HELLO, HELLO: CELTIC STARS BRING SILVERWARE JOY TO SICK KIDS IN HOSPITAL
  • Budget Conversation to help Shape Council Spending for 2027/28
  • First Minister appoints Cabinet to deliver for Scotland

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People are tired of political arguments that seem disconnected from their lives, says Sarwar.

People are tired of political arguments that seem disconnected from their lives, says Sarwar.

by Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar I congratulate John Swinney and the SNP on their election win on 7 May. My party fought the election on

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Great Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out …

Great Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out …

Families across the UK will pay less for children’s meals in restaurants, kid’s tickets to cinemas and theatres, and entry to a wide range of

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HELLO, HELLO: CELTIC STARS BRING SILVERWARE JOY TO SICK KIDS IN HOSPITAL

HELLO, HELLO: CELTIC STARS BRING SILVERWARE JOY TO SICK KIDS IN HOSPITAL

Celtic’s newly crowned Scottish Premiership Champions took time out from their Scottish Cup final preparations to pay a special visit to the Glasgow Children’s Hospital

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Budget Conversation to help Shape Council Spending for 2027/28

Budget Conversation to help Shape Council Spending for 2027/28

by Bill Heaney West Dunbartonshire residents are being encouraged to have their say on how the Council should prioritise spending for 2027/28, as a new

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First Minister appoints Cabinet to deliver for Scotland

First Minister appoints Cabinet to deliver for Scotland

by Bill Heaney First Minister of Scotland John Swinney has appointed his new Cabinet, unveiling a streamlined team of Cabinet Secretaries to deliver on the

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DUMBARTON NOTEBOOK: NEW PARLIAMENT HEARS ONLY CAULD KALE HET UP

DUMBARTON NOTEBOOK: NEW PARLIAMENT HEARS ONLY CAULD KALE HET UP

DUMBARTON NOTEBOOK by BILL HEANEY Same old … same old … same old. That is what the people of Scotland will have to put up

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SOCIETY OF EDITORS: An issue that goes to the heart of local democracy and the role of a free press.

SOCIETY OF EDITORS: An issue that goes to the heart of local democracy and the role of a free press.

From the Society of Editors to Bill Heaney, owner/editor of The Dumbarton Democrat Chief Executive Peter Hessett; Chief Comms Officer Amanda Graham; Council leader, Martin

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Royal Hospital for Children at the forefront of treating children’s cancer

Royal Hospital for Children at the forefront of treating children’s cancer

We are improving access to new therapies and advancing care for patients and families, said Dr Ronghe by Lucy Ashton The Royal Hospital for Children

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