An Old Kilpatrick couple have set up a foodbank for people in the village and nearby communities who are struggling as a result of the coronavirus. Maureen and Gordon Cummings launched the initiative the first week in May and on the first day gave out 20 food packages. The … [Read more...] about Old Kilpatrick Food Parcels Launch
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Tam’s Top Tips
Words by Tam Hall Photos by Katie Kennedy As we are now a good bit into this lockdown most people have done just about everything that is possible to do in the garden (and the house), so why don't you try some container gardening? There are still places open were you can … [Read more...] about Tam’s Top Tips
Community Action
by Amanda Eleftheriades-Sherry These exceptional times are uncovering and creating local hidden heroes who are going above and beyond to help our communities. Astronomy enthusiast, Joe Burns, is one such man. His love of the stars had led him to join local charity … [Read more...] about Community Action
Lockdown’s Green-fingered Revolution
Words by Amanda Eleftheriades-Sherry Photos by Angela Clark and Action Old Kilpatrick Agnes McGettigan from Dalmuir is one of many people across West Dunbartonshire who has discovered the simple pleasures of lockdown gardening. The 81-year-old has been shielding since March … [Read more...] about Lockdown’s Green-fingered Revolution
Young Bankies Talk with Angela Clark
At a time when life journeys should be just beginning, young people are feeling ever more uncertain about what the future holds. Wondering if they will be able to hug their friends in school, get into university or even gain employment, are all on their minds. A group of … [Read more...] about Young Bankies Talk with Angela Clark