ALMOST 100 new homes WILL be built in Duntocher thanks to a shock decision from the Scottish Government. Despite near unanimous opposition and years of efforts to block the green belt development, the government's planning reporter gave their blessing
WEST Dunbartonshire Libraries marked Youth Mental Health Awareness Day by reminding pupils of their school library facilities. Young people across the region have been heavily impacted due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Click here for all the latest
Police Scotland want to hear the views of Clydebank residents as part of their survey to help shape policing in the area. The force want to understand the views and priorities of Scotland’s diverse communities and what they are getting right, and
A COMMUNITY drug rehab project could still get financial help – after councillors backed away from a recommendation by officials that the scheme shouldn’t get a penny. Alternatives, which has offices in Dumbarton and Clydebank, helps people across
MORE than £1,200 was raised to go towards the refurbishment of the Golden Friendship Community Halls at a weekend fund-raising event. The Dalmuir charity is aiming to create a fully wheelchair accessible venue at their Nairn Place premises. On
A DUNTOCHER man has described how a flooded drain has repeatedly left sewage and toilet toilet paper strewn all over the street outside his home. Conail McBrearty contacted Scottish Water after he noticed the drain on the junction of Old Mill Road
A DALMUIR man's pet dog had to be put to sleep after developing a host of medical conditions following two years of neglect. David Clark could be banned from keeping animals after he caused the dog unnecessary suffering. Clark, 42, of Cedar
Drivers in Clydebank are being advised that works will be carried out overnight at the Erskine Bridge next week. Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is carrying out detailed overnight inspection work on the six high mast lights adjacent to the
AN estimated 3,200 children across West Dunbartonshire could benefit from the Scottish Government’s anti-poverty payment, new figures have revealed. The Scottish Child Payment will be worth £10 per child for low-income families by the end of 2022
A CLYDEBANK thief has been returned to jail for almost three years after admitting a string of break-ins. Stephen Gilchrist appeared from custody at Dumbarton Sheriff Court for sentencing on September 2 after pleading guilty to nine break-ins or
More than 500 vulnerable residents have been supported by West Dunbartonshire Council’s homelessness and housing options team amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The team, which continued a 24/7 service during lockdown, increased the provision of accommodation
A MAN found with almost 380,000 indecent images of children on his home computer – who later denied downloading anything illegal – claimed a social worker wouldn’t let him speak in an interview, a court has heard. Police discovered the massive haul
Drumchapel Amateurs are looking to recruit players for their under-13s and under-19s sqauds. The under-13s team train Monday and Tuesday nights and play matches on Saturday mornings in the Paisley Johnstone and District Youth League. Click
BBC Scotland has said that they will continue to broadcast Nicola Sturgeon's Covid briefings next week. It comes following criticism after they stated that they would reduce live TV broadcasts of the Scottish government's coronavirus briefing.
THE family of a Clydebank woman were left devastated at her funeral after they turned up to the cemetery to discover the grave hadn’t been dug. West Dunbartonshire Council has since apologised and carried out a full investigation into the matter
The best universities in the UK have been revealed in a new ranked list. Three Scottish universities have been recognised in the annual Times and Sunday Times University of the Year awards. Robert Gordon has been named Scottish University of
Nicola Sturgeon has hinted that new national lockdown restrictions could be imposed across Scotland. The First Minister warned that tighter restrictions may be reimposed across the country - and revealed the infection rate has risen. On Thursday
More than 500 vulnerable residents have been supported by West Dunbartonshire Council’s homelessness and housing options team amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The team, which continued a 24/7 service during lockdown, increased the provision of accommodation
