By Mary Irvine ‘Don Roberto’ conjures up an exotic picture of a swashbuckling adventurer, but that was just a part of the name. So, who was the man behind this romantic name? He was Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham, born in London in 1852, but a Scot through and through, … [Read more...] about Reader Recommendations: Scotland’s Forgotten Hero?
The Vale’s Forgotten Gem
Words & Photos by Jeremy Watson of Lennox Heritage Society For at least the last two decades opportunistic trees have been slowly, but steadily swelling within the carved parapet of this little building. The pair of trees are no longer mere saplings, but tower above … [Read more...] about The Vale’s Forgotten Gem
Benefit Support, Money & Debt Advice
Benefits Support WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU - Freephone 0800 484 0136 (Mon-Thu 8:30am - 4:30pm, Fri 8:30am - 3pm) www.wdcab.co.uk WORKING4U MONEY - West Dunbartonshire Council’s money advice service providing support with benefits, debt and money issues. Call … [Read more...] about Benefit Support, Money & Debt Advice
Money Saving Resources
As fuel, food and bills continue to rise there is also a growing number of cashback and money saving opportunities. Our team put together a list of in-person and virtual places to source cheap or free food, clothes, household items and much more. In-person The Recycle … [Read more...] about Money Saving Resources
Benefit Spotlight: Winter Heating Support
Warm Home Discount Is a one-off discount of £150 which is deducted from your energy bill – usually your electricity if you apply in time. Who Is It For? People who either: receive the Guarantee Credit element of Pension Credit receive certain means-tested benefits or … [Read more...] about Benefit Spotlight: Winter Heating Support