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Day: August 9, 2026

ONLY A FEW HOURS LEFT TO GIVE YOUR VIEW

August 9, 2026 heaneymedia

The prime stretch of Helensburgh’s waterfront is under threat. If you don’t want to see a supermarket there, cast your vote now. The public consultation

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£170 million bill to fix SNP hospital hit by killer infections and poor construction scandal

August 9, 2026 heaneymedia

by HANNAH RODGER Vital repairs to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, which has been hit by mystery infections and a patient deaths scandal-hit flagship hospital

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Scottish Labour leadership contest is most important moment in party’s history, says Monica Lennon

August 9, 2026 heaneymedia

‘My party has lost its soul, but this is the chance to rebuild,’ Monica Lennon tells Daily Record  by Democrat reporter Scottish Labour leadership hopeful

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Sale of vapes and cigarettes to young people could be banned in Irish Republic

August 9, 2026 heaneymedia

Irish Government considering a ban for anyone born after a certain date The Irish Government is considering a ban on the sale of tobacco and nicotine-inhaling

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  • ENTERTAINMENT: We Will Rock You musical by Helensburgh Savoy group
  • COME AND JOIN US! RENTON BOWLING CLUB HAS PERFECT VENUE FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT
  • Christmas is coming to Alexandria!
  • RING THEM BELLS: HELENSBURGH SANTA DASH IS BACK THIS YEAR
  • DEFINITELY DIFFERENT: Caffeinated Escapism Bookstore at The Fountain in Alexandria
  • FISH AND CHIP SHIP CHRISTMAS MENU AND OPENING HOURS

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COME AND JOIN US! RENTON BOWLING CLUB HAS PERFECT VENUE FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT

COME AND JOIN US! RENTON BOWLING CLUB HAS PERFECT VENUE FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT

Renton Bowling Club Workplace Christmas Party Night at the Village Club.  Looking for the perfect venue for your work’s Christmas night out? Why not get

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Christmas is coming to Alexandria!

Christmas is coming to Alexandria!

Christmas is coming to Alexandria! Join us on Saturday 21st November, 12 pm–5 pm, for our Christmas Market & Light Switch-On! We’ve got festive market

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RING THEM BELLS: HELENSBURGH SANTA DASH IS BACK THIS YEAR

RING THEM BELLS: HELENSBURGH SANTA DASH IS BACK THIS YEAR

Helensburgh HEART  ANNOUNCEMENT: THE HELENSBURGH SANTA DASH IS BACK First off, a massive THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support our fireworks display!

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DEFINITELY DIFFERENT: Caffeinated Escapism Bookstore at The Fountain in Alexandria

DEFINITELY DIFFERENT: Caffeinated Escapism Bookstore at The Fountain in Alexandria

Caffeinated Escapism Bookstore Calling all book lovers, fantasy addicts and people who would quite happily disappear into a bookshop and not be seen for hours!

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FISH AND CHIP SHIP CHRISTMAS MENU AND OPENING HOURS

FISH AND CHIP SHIP CHRISTMAS MENU AND OPENING HOURS
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COST OF LIVING EVENT WITH MARIE MCNAIR MSP

COST OF LIVING EVENT WITH MARIE MCNAIR MSP

Marie McNair MSP Marie McNair MSP is with Clydebank Housing Association Ltd at Centre81. I  know many are worried about the cost of living, especially

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Helensburgh and Lomond Community Group Scotland

Helensburgh and Lomond Community Group Scotland

Save the date for the Hermitage Academy PTA Christmas Fair on Saturday 21st November! 80 + local craft stalls, raffle, bouncy castle, entertainment, and loads

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HELENSBURGH WINTER FESTIVAL

HELENSBURGH WINTER FESTIVAL
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