by Angela Clark & Photo by Harvey Smart It is time for change and that's what's happening in Alexandria as residents and traders set up their first Community Council in 25 years to make sure their voices are heard when it comes to making choices about their town. Kevin … [Read more...] about Community in Control
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ON YER BIKE
by Annie Jordan Photos courtesy of the Vale of Leven Trust “On your bike!” has taken on a whole new meaning for me after seeing what’s on offer at the Vale of Leven Trust Active Travel Hub. Bobby Dorrian, Development Manager of the Hub, explains the Trust was set up in 2017 … [Read more...] about ON YER BIKE
This Woman’s Work
by Clare Sweeney Photos by Chris McCaughey In my house International Women’s day is something we look forward to, we think about what we will do to raise awareness and share stories about the important and inspirational women in our lives. Life as women can be tough and … [Read more...] about This Woman’s Work
Cula and the Gang
by Andy Devine The hard work of litter pickers Cula Murphy and members of the Friends of Leven River Valley has been recognised by SUSTRANS Scotland with a national award. Inspired by an ‘Adopt a Road’ scheme in Ireland, Cula contacted West Dunbartonshire Council’s Greenspace … [Read more...] about Cula and the Gang
Creative R’n’R
Words and Photos by Jenny Watson The Vale of Leven Mature Art group has run since the 1980s. They currently meet in the new Dalmonach Community Centre in Bonhill. Tutors Ivor Jackson and Dennis Day take a relaxed approach to guiding local novice artists, encouraging them to try … [Read more...] about Creative R’n’R