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Maggie is Up Up Away ................ 3 Help For Parents ........................... 4 Return of the Folk Fest ................. 4 Gordon Takes the Helm ................ 5 Burgh HQ is on Target ................. 6 Their Business is Crime ................. 7 Navigating Hills ............................ 8 Leven Grove Pipes-Fest ................ 8 Flamigo Land is Back ...................10 Learn About Woodland.............. 11 Top Tips ....................................... 12 Bat Detectors Required ............. 12 Return of the Concord ............... 12 Open Water Swim ...................... 14 What's Up Doc?........................... 14 Local Businesses .................... 15-16 Kit Out Your Best Friend ............ 17 Posh Nosh by the Loch ............... 17 Support Groups .......................... 17 Dance Yourself Better ........... 18-19 Boost for Luss Games ................. 20 Legal Matters .............................. 20 What’s On .............................. 21-26 Grave of King Robert 1 .............. 27 Online Security is Vital ............... 28 Alexandria CAB Appeal ............. 29 A Commitment to Kids .............. 29 Nightlife ................................. 30-31 A Grand Day Out .................. 32-33 Real Story of the Burgh ............. 34 Advertiser Index ......................... 34

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maggie is up, up away fl ight in a hot air balloon could raise awareness of the help and support provided by St Margaret's Hospice, as well as supporting Robin House – making memories for children with life limiting conditions – and the Beginning Experience, a voluntary group helping people suffering bereavement from the loss of a loved one.

Maggie Robinson pictured with fellow hot air ballooners, on her surprise birthday present

Alexandria woman Maggie Robinson is no stranger to fundraising, but a surprise birthday present – which took her soaring over the Perth countryside – has raised a fortune for charities.

She jokes that until now taking her wee dog for a walk up Christie Park has been about as exciting as it gets, commenting: “Raising funds is something my late hubby Billy and I have done for many years and many causes.�

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incredible – we could even see Dundee in the distance. “At just shy of 3,000 feet, I was in a wee world of my own, thrilled to be in this basket so high up. “The time we were up ew by, just over an hour, incredible.â€?

The landing was problem-free but involved a bit of a bump – causing some mild alarm to lambs gambolling in the fi eld where they touched down – before the passengers enjoyed a well deserved glass of bubbly.

The big day duly arrived, and Maggie’s daughter Then, she says, “the magical picked her up at balloon was deated and stowed the uncharitable back into its wee bag ready for hour of 5am. the next ight.â€?

She said: “We Maggie added: “I thought I would arrived at the be able to raise a few hundred Inches, Perth in pounds but was speechless when time to help get the total passed the ÂŁ1,000 mark the balloon ready then there was ÂŁ1,500. for infl ation – ten “I sincerely want to thank my passengers, two crew and Kate family, my friends and my clients the pilot all ready to take us on for being so kind and generous this amazing adventure. taking sponsor forms and getting “Very soon and magically, we so many folk to part with their were airborne. The height, the money for these great causes – silence, the scenery over this Tuesday mornings will never be beautiful part of Scotland was the same.â€?

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There’s no programme information just at the moment, but details are imminent at www.facebook. com/LomondFolkFest.

This month, as pupils prepare to return to school, many or most have possibly been helped out – but if you can lend a hand it will surely be appreciated.

Donations will help to support all children in West Dunbartonshire return to school this month with everything they need in order to feel confident and equipped to learn.

While food is obviously the main area of endeavour for foodshare anything that gives parents some leeway in their efforts to survive the crippling effects of austerity has to be welcome, and every little really does make a difference.

The drop off points are the three West Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureaus – Bank St, Alexandria, High Street, Dumbarton, and Kilbowie Rd, Clydebank.

Venues will include the Balloch House Hotel. The Lomond Park Hotel/Glenroy, The Doghouse, the Tullie Hotel and the Woodbank Inn, and there will also be a ceilidh on the Friday evening in St Kessog’s Hall.

Meanwhile the regular business of Foodshare continues, assisted by donations large and small by local people of all ages – check out latest appeals at West Dunbartonshire Community Foodshare’s FB page.

In previous years the festival attracted crowds of around 7,000, and became a major feat of organisation for enthusiasts. – and it could all happen again.

Foodshare is looking for donations of new and nearly new uniform items, including bags, jackets and shoes, but of course any nearly new items have to be in excellent condition.

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Its been gone for four years, not counting last year’s very successful mini-festival, but Loch Lomond Folk Festival is well and truly back from July 28 to 30.

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Due to work commitments this is the fi rst time he has been able to dedicate the time to take on this role, having recently retired, and now he is aiming to continue the good work undertaken by the club.

This year the incoming president for the Rotary Club of Dumbarton is Gordon Craig, who takes over from the outgoing President David Watson.

The offi cial handover was conducted after lunch at the Abbotsford Hotel, when fellow Rotarians congratulated Gordon in his new offi ce and offered their full support to all the club’s projects over the coming year.

As a very busy local organisation that appears set to be quite a challenge – but one where he’ll have plenty of support from an enthusiastic membership which has proved it can go the extra

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In addition to this, storage for 80 bikes will be provided and the council has also been developing a Green Travel Plan to promote healthier and cost effective ways of commuting.

Progress on the council’s new Dumbarton town centre office has reached a major milestone with structural work on the £15.4million facility now completed.

The Church Street site recently saw a topping out ceremony to mark the move to the next stage in the transformation of the former Dumbarton Academy site into “a modern and effi cient town centre base.”

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Their business is crime Dumbarton-born crime writer Stuart McBride will be in his element at next month’s Bloody Scotland festival in Stirling – an event which features the crème de la crème of tartan noir fiction authors.

selection of Scotland’s crime writers use the sinister side of the country’s heritage in a series of “gripping, chilling and redemptive” stories.

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come Kit out pOSH NOSH your best frienD BY the loch The Dogs Trust is holding an event for dog owners in Balloch that will offer free microchipping and health checks for your pooches.

After the summer’s hectic programme of traditional Highland Games and serried ranks of massed bagpipes the only marginally quieter month of September kicks off with the Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival.

With microchipping now a legal requirement for dog owners, the Dogs Trust is offering the service free at Moss O’ Balloch Park in Balloch on Tuesday, August 8, from 11am to 3pm.

Other services also available free on the day include a basic health check, training advice and information for dog lovers.

Today Dogs Trust (formerly the NCDL) is the UK’s largest dog welfare charity and cares for over 17,000 dogs each year through its network of 20 rehoming centres in the UK – and one in Dublin. It has been involved in every piece of legislation affecting dogs over the past 125 years. The charity continues to advise government

ministers at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and has been heavily involved in all the major animal welfare legislation over the last 30 years.

It has also been crucially involved in legislation on the animal welfare act, breeding, dangerous dogs, greyhounds and currently microchipping.

To fi nd out more about the Dogs Trust, visit www.dogstrust.org.uk and to attend on the day simply head for the car park at Moss O’ Balloch Park.

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Al-Anon Understanding, strength and hope for anyone whose life is or has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Local meetings available. 24hr helpline: 020 7403 0888

Alzheimers Scotland Information and advice. Drop-In Cafe on Wednesdays (10am-12noon). Miller Street, Clydebank. Tel: 0141 410 5306. 24-hour Helpline – Freephone 0808 808 3000

Dumbartons Women’s Aid A free confi dential service of support and counelling for women and children who have been affected by domestic abuse, rape, sexual assault or child abuse.

Tel: 01389 751036

Leven Addiction Services Rehabilitation & Other Services: Access to supported accommodation.

Tel: 01389 812018

Lomond & Clyde Care and Repair Help for senior citizens who struggle to maintain their properties or would like help adapting their house to their needs.

Call the care and repair offi ce on 01389 734188

Lomond Sands Receive support from other parents who have also experienced the loss of a baby.

Meet last Wednesday of every month, Garden Tea Room, Vale of Leven Hospital, 7pm. For more details 07903 090707

Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Services We offer a listening ear and time for you to talk. Call Helen on 01389 608049 or 07747 791089

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Visitors can expect cookery demos, a wealth of magnifi cent Scottish produce, live music and plenty of other entertainment besides – over one action-packed weekend on September 2 and 3.

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National Childbirth Trust (NCT) Lomond Branch Support for expecting parents, new parents and parents of young children.

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Overeaters Anonymous Self help Fellowship group meeting.

Mondays 6.30pm, Vale of Leven Hospital & Thursdays, 7.30pm, Benview, Dumbarton Call us on 07505 848 493

Scottish Association for Mental Health Information to the public, professionals and people with mental health problems.

Phone 0141 568 7000 (Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm)

Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association Help (SSAFA) The national charity helping serving and ex service men, women and their families, in need. Tel: 01389 730513 or visit www.ssafa.org.uk

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West Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau Free service that helps people to know their rights covering Dumbarton, Alexandria and Clydebank. Tel: 01389 744690

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With classes available for children from 2 years old right through to adults, we can find you a class that suits your needs.

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Ever watched Strictly and wondered if you could Waltz, Cha Cha or Tango?

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Friends of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs has contributed more than £1,000 towards the cost of an important new piece of equipment for use at Luss Highland Games.

At the recent 2017 event, charity chairman James Fraser handed over a cheque for £1,125 to games athletics co-ordinator Bobby Lennox – a much-needed new landing mat for the high jump event at the Games.

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The regulations of the Scheme and the value of the payments awarded are set by Parliament and are calculated with use of a set tariff system.

Although it is recognized that a financial payment will not fully compensate someone for their suffering or loss, the scheme is in place to recognise suffering of blameless victims.

The size of the award varies to reflect the seriousness of the injury, whether physical, sexual or mental, and also take into account any financial losses you may have had.

This could be loss of earnings or where you have incurred expenses such as requiring specialist equipment to assist your recovery. It should be noted that not all applicants will qualify and there is a discount system applied in circumstances where the applicant has a criminal record.

Your solicitor will be able to talk you through the regulations and assist with making a claim on your behalf.

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Calendar of events Friday 28th July Jungle Fun Meadow Centre 10:30am-12pm, 5-8 years, Plenty of lively and energetic fun for your youngster with our giant inflatable assault course and slide. Limited places available so please book in advance to avoid disappointment. www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk Monday & Friday, until August 11

Photography Club Longcrags Community Centre 7pm, All types of cameras, including tablets, iPads. All skill levels.

01389 767115 Kyiv Accordion Duo St Mungo's Church, Main St, Alexandria. G83 0BN 7:30pm, An evening of easy listening with Kyiv Accordion Duo who return to the Vale to play popular classics and traditional Ukrainian and Russian music. Retiring collection for the children still being affected by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. staugustinessec@btinternet.com

Drakes of Hazard Show Loch Lomond Shores 12pm, Farmer Mark is back again with those rowdy drakes.

Once again it’s up to his sheepdog team to round them all up. info@lochlomondshores.com

Scottish Pipe Band Championships Levengrove Park, Dumbarton G82 4AF 9am, Set against the backdrop of Dumbarton Rock and Castle, the Scottish Pipe Band Championships welcomes players and spectators from across the globe. Spectators can enter the event for free and can expect a fun day of Highland Dancing competitions, fun fair, trader areas with confectionery, jewellery, clothing, toys and Scottish souvenirs and food and drinks; and of course the magnificent sound of the pipes and drums of some of the world's best pipe bands. Free. www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk

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Lomond Folk Festival The Balloch House, Balloch Road, Balloch G83 8LQ 12pm, A fantastic family music weekend featuring concerts, ceilidhs, workshops, craft fairs, kids' music and entertainment.

Various local hostelries are also putting on bands in the evenings, and there will be a range of sessions as well. Two-day event. www.lomondfolkfestival. wordpress.com

DADMAC Carman Hill 10am, Dumbarton and District Model Aircraft Club fly-in. www.dadmac.org.uk

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Alternatives Family Support Group Alternatives, in Quay Street, Dumbarton 6-8pm, Are you affected by someone's misuse of drugs/alcohol?

01389 734500 Weekly

Tuesday 1st

Character Brunch The Cutty Sark Centre, Howatshaws Road, Dumbarton 11am, Tickets only £7.50. Price Beastie Triathlons includes fun and games, bouncy Balloch Castle Country Park castle, arts and crafts, lunch 9am, Triathlon Scotland's plus a visit from Chase from Championship Aquathlon (Swim/ Paw Patrol. allisondonnelly@ Run) kicks off the day followed bellsmyretrust.org.uk by the infamous Beastie and Wee Beastie triathlons in Balloch Park. Swimming in Loch Lomond from the Balloch Park Pier followed by mountain biking and running around the trails of the park. www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk

July Sunday 30th

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Lego Works Clydebank Museum All day, bringing to life the history and life with Lego bricks. www.wdlc.co.uk Throughout the month

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What's On Calendar | August 2017

Summer Camp

Football Camp (5-8yrs & 9-14yrs) 9am-3pm, 9am-12pm, 12-3pm.

31st-4th: Vale of Leven Academy.

7th-11th: Dumbarton Academy.

Minikickers (3-4yrs) 8th-10th: 1.30-2.30pm, Dumbarton Academy.

Camps at Meadow Centre 9am-3:30pm.

Goal-Keeping Camp (8-18yrs) 8th-10th: 12:30-3pm, Dumbarton Academy.

Multi Sports Camps (5-12yrs) 31st-4th: 9am-3pm, St Peter the Apostle HS. Balance Bikes (2.5-4yrs) 31st-4th: 9:30-10:30am, St Peter the Apostle HS.

www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk Free Storytelling Sessions with Regal Storytellers Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Authors Paul V Hunter and Sarah Crome are back as King Robert and his Queen, Elizabeth de Burgh, to delight with stories of the Royal Court. info@lochlomondshores.com

Wednesday 2nd Nerf Wars Meadow Centre 1:30pm, This is an exciting experience suitable for any age from 5 up to 10 years. The players use Nerf guns, which fire safe foam darts, as they play games around our Nerf Battle Zone. (5-10yrs). www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk

Thursday 3rd

Langcraigs Hillwalking Club For weekend walks meet 8am at Gilmour Street car park, Alexandria. For Tuesday evening walks meet 7pm at Gilmour Street car park TUE 1: Loch Humphrey.

TUE 8: Milngavie, 3 dams.

SAT 12: Cruach Ardrain. TUE 15: Erskine. TUE 22: Abseiling.

SUN 27: To be confirmed. TUE 29: Ardmore Point.

Phil Gaunt 01389 763662 langcraigshillwalkingclub@ yahoo.co.uk

Walk in the Park: Drymen & Croftamie Village Square outside The Winnock Hotel 10.20am. Friendly walks around Drymen & Croftamie lasting between 45 minutes to an hour.

No need to book simply turn up and join in... everyone’s welcome!

Fran.crumley@lochlomond-trossachs.org Wargames + Miniatures Games Store Unit 4, 7 Merkins Avenue, Bellsmyre, Dumbarton 5pm, Our Magic: The Gathering 'Learn Magic' weekly program. Boys & girls welcome. Including a FREE introductory starter pack! events@wargamesandminiatures.com

Animal Man's Mini Zoo Loch Lomond Shores 12pm, Free fun for kids during the holidays. Get up close to furry creatures, spiders, snakes, ducks, rabbits and learn all about them. info@lochlomondshores.com Alzheimer Scotland Allotment Eastfield Crescent, Dumbarton G82 1DT 1pm, Alzheimer Scotland allotment are you living with dementia? Enjoy gardening?

Then why not come along and help out at our allotment! A great opportunity for people living with dementia to meet new friends and socialise! We are growing a variety of vegetables which will be given back into the community and would warmly welcome anyone living with dementia to help out! Please feel free to turn up on the day.

Lesley 0141 410 5304 Weekly

Friday 4th Pool Disco Meadow Centre 7pm, 8-12 years. Party with your pals on a Friday at this popular session to the great sounds from our aqua disco DJ. Must bring Passport to Leisure Card. www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk Also on Friday 11th

Bellsmyre Digital Astronomy Club Longcrags Community Centre 7pm, This very popular club is for all ages. Talks, research, sky gazing. Field trips and events.

01389 767115

Saturday 5th Balloch Run 'n' Park Balloch Park Gates, Balloch Road 9:30am, Stay in shape and meet new people. www.lomond-trossachs.org Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers Meet at Helensburgh Swimming Pool Car Park to depart at 9.30am SAT 5: River Cononish & Ben Lui Nature Reserve. SUN 13: Union Canal – from Newbridge to Linlithgow (dep 8.45, bus fare required). SUN 27: Conic Hill Ridge Circular. No dogs.

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Charity Psychic Night Denny Civic Theatre 7pm, Private readingd available, raffle with amazing prizes, refreshments at interval, all proceeds going to ROHHAD association. Barry Hogg, Ricky Martin, Joanne Davis and Alan Welsh.

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Calendar of events Family Fun Sessions West Dunbartonshire Museum 10am-11:15am, Arts, crafts and games. 0141 526 2400 Weekly

Open Water Swimming for All – With Scottish Swimming Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Check out the link and get booked in to try out openwater swimming right here in Loch Lomond. info@lochlomondshores.com

Sunday 6th Market Day Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Open-air market on the banks of Loch Lomond, with a selection of farmers' market and craft market stalls. Plus live music to add to the atmosphere. www.lochlomondshores.com

Monday 7th Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Drop-in Service For anyone affected by cancer; patients, carers, family members or friends.

MONS: Alexandria Library, 10:30am-12:30pm. THUS: Clydebank Library, 12-2pm.

WEDS: Dumbarton Library, 11am-1pm. helen.shearer@ west-dunbarton.gov.uk Walking Football Our Lady & St Patrick’s 6:30-7:30pm, A slower version of the beautiful game. audrey.macdonald@ west-dunbarton.gov.uk Childrens Holiday Club Lennox Church, Risk Street, Dumbarton 10am, The holiday club is for children aged from 5 to 11 and the theme is Guardians of Ancora Treasure Seekers with games, crafts, drama, DVD and Bible stories. A coffee shop will also be open for parents and friends – a perfect end to the summer holidays before the return to school!

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Sporting Memories Network Dumbarton Library 10am, Sporting Memories Network is the premier reminiscence charity in Scotland.

We promote and develop the use of sporting memories to improve the wellbeing of people through conversation and reminiscence. george@sportingmemoriesnetwork.com Weekly

Tuesday 8th Meet Mickey Mouse Loch Lomond Shores 12pm, Come and meet Mickey Mouse the look-alike mascot at regular intervals throughout the afternoon. info@lochlomondshores.com Swimming Lessons Cameron House Hotel TUE: 4-5:30pm. WED: 4-5:30pm.

Non-members of the leisure club are welcome! scotland@swimtime.org Walking Football Alexandria Community Centre 3-4pm, A slower version of the beautiful game. audrey.macdonald@ west-dunbarton.gov.uk

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Clydebank Futsal Club Dalmuir Community Centre 6-7pm, new players welcome to this fun football team.

07960 435179 Walk in the Park Balloch Tourist Information Centre 10:20am, Friendly walks around Balloch lasting between 45 minutes to an hour. cathy.scott@ lochlomond-trossachs.org.uk

Ladies Badminton Riverside Church 9:30-11:30am, We meet every Tuesday and Thursday morning, all welcome.

07757 944749

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Thursday 10th

Drakes of Hazard Show Loch Lomond Shores Tuesday Lunches 12pm, Come along and watch Riverside Church the amazing Farmer Mark round 12pm, Meet friends and enjoy up the rowdy drakes with his home-made soup and filled rolls. amazing sheepdog team. Shows www.dumbartonriverside.org.uk at 12, 1.30 & 3pm. info@lochlomondshores.com Weekly

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Free Storytelling Sessions with Regal Storytellers Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Authors Paul V Hunter and Sarah Crome are back as King Robert and his Queen, Elizabeth de Burgh, to delight with stories of the Royal Court. info@lochlomondshores.com Funfair Rides with Thomsons Funfairs Loch Lomond Shores 10am, Thomsons Funfairs are back this summer with an exciting fortnight of fantastic fun fair rides. Kids will love it!

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What's On Calendar | August 2017 Writers Alexandria Library 6pm, Every Thursday writers are invited to meet and share their work. Laura 07922 833 472 Dumbarton Library 3-4:30pm, Fun FREE 30-40 minute sessions which include stories, games and activities for parents/carers and their 3-5 year olds. Register to join in your local library. Weekly

Friday 11th

Art Exhibition / Sale Luss Village Hall 9:30am, free entry.

Monday 14th

Runs until Saturday 19th

Dumbarton Acoustic Music Night St Augustine's Church, High Street, Dumbarton 7:30pm, Collection of local artists offering a selection of folk, blues, jazz, rock and pop in acoustic format. Local band AGM will host the event as usual and included on the bill this month Stray Potato along with many others performing on the night.

07787 310391

Kids Neon Disco The Cutty Sark Centre, Howatshaws Road, Dumbarton 7am, Tickets only £4.00. Price Saturday 12th includes neon face paints and glow sticks. For kids P1 upwards. Adults Back2Skool Disco allisondonnelly@bellsmyretrust.org.uk Cutty Sark Centre Dumbarton 7:30pm, Celebrate the end of summer and re-live your school days, dance the night away and enjoy fun and games. BYOB Tickets only £5. Fancy Dress Optional. allisondonnelly@ bellsmyretrust.org.uk

Drop-in Internet Café Longcrags Community Centre MON: 10am-12pm & 1-3pm, Fast wi-fi connection, free of charge.

TUE: 10am-12pm. WED: 10am12pm. THU: 10am-12pm.

01389 767115

Senior Citizens Big Fish Bingo The Cutty Sark Centre, Howatshaws Road, Dumbarton 1:30pm, Join us for a fish tea, followed by a few games of prize bingo. allisondonnelly@bellsmyretrust.org.uk

Weekly

Kids Movie Event The Cutty Sark Centre, Howatshaws Road, Dumbarton 1:30pm, Join us as we show a kids movie from the big screen. Tickets only £5. Includes movie snacks. allisondonnelly@ bellsmyretrust.org.uk

Tuesday 15th Android Tablet Class Longcrags Community Centre 1:30pm, Learn how to use your tablet in a relaxed, friendly group. 01389 767115 Weekly

Wednesday 16th Live Bagpipe Music Loch Lomond Shores 11am, Enjoy the sights of Loch Lomond with some live bagpipe music. www.lochlomondshores.com Weekly

iPad Class Longcrags Community Centre 1:30-3pm & 7-8:30pm, Learn how to use your iPad over a cuppa and a blether. mick.maloney@wwmail.co.uk Weekly

Thursday 17th Messy Rascals The Cutty Sark Centre, Howatshaws Road, Dumbarton 10:15am, Messy play session for pre-school kids. Only £5.00.

Snack Included. Booking advisable. allisondonnelly@bellsmyretrust.org.uk Knit ’n’ Crochet Club Longcrags Community Centre 1:30pm, Enjoy a cuppa and a blether. 01389 767115

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Calendar of events Sunday 20th

Saturday 19th Loch Lomond Wedding Exhibition Loch Lomond Shores 11:30am, With live catwalk shows, band showcases and the suppliers covering every wedding category imaginable, this is one event to add to your diary! Over 100 wellestablished wedding suppliers covering all categories. Live Catwalk Shows featuring Bridal, Bridesmaids, Kilts and Mother of the Bride. Band Showcase Area featuring live bands and entertainment.

Competitions and Promotions. info@lochlomondshores.com Also on Sunday 20th

Back To Church Sunday Lennox Evangelical Church, Risk Street, Dumbarton 11:15am, Whether you’ve never been to a church before or haven’t been back in one for years you are invited to our special event for all ages! A warm welcome and refreshments. www.lennoxevangelicalchurch.org Professor Murray the Magician Loch Lomond Shores 12pm, Professor Murray comes back to Loch Lomond Shores to astound and amaze the crowd once again! Why not bring the little ones down for his free shows and see what magic really is! info@lochlomondshores.com

Friday 25th Photography Club Longcrags Community Centre 7pm, Learn how to improve your photos and how to edit them.

All types of cameras, including tablets, iPads.

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Saturday 26th The Great Scottish Swim Loch Lomond Shores 8:30am, Superb day, come to watch the swimmers, or book up and take part www.greatrun.org/great-swim/ great-scottish-swim Strawberry Fair Alexandria Parish Church, 1 Lomond Road, Balloch 2pm, Cream teas, craft stalls, baking & jam, childrens activities. apcmary@btinternet.com

Monday 28th Last Monday Group Dumbarton Riverside Parish Church 19:30pm, In the lounge, topical discussion each month. www.dumbartonriverside.org.uk

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Local News | August 2017

grave of King robert i We’re indebted to veteran Dumbarton journalist Martin Hannan, who wonders if one of Dumbarton’s oldest mysteries may finally be solved – by a football stadium plan.

Writing in a Scottish national newspaper, Martin has revealed that the secret of just where King Robert I (“the Bruce”) was buried may fi nally be unearthed.

Dumbarton FC’s plan to build a new stadium brings with it the prospect of a full archaeological survey of the site at Young’s Farm on the edge of town.

Ardmore by Cardross is another folklore favourite for a manor site – where the king could keep in touch by sea, via the Clyde, with politics and allies in the wild Lordship of the Isles.

Far from being his retirement home, the area was There are all sorts of reasons the perfect why the Sons want to relocate and upgrade their home ground, junction between but leaving that to one side the world of a potential bonus could be the Isles and interesting new discoveries the heartland at the farm, which is east of of the Scottish Dennystown on Renton Road kingdom between Dumbarton and between Perth Renton. and Stirling.

Ancient local tradition holds Martin goes on that King Robert’s manor house to explain that – where he spent his later years, the West of Scotland before his death in 1329 – was Archaeology Service in Renton (and not “Brucehill” consider the evidence or “Castlehill” as sometimes for a medieval manor claimed).

house at Young’s Farm to be “fairly convincing”.

It seems a survey could proceed, if the Sons get planning permission for their new £13.5 million stadium – which would presumably go on site once the dig was fi nished – and even if King Robert is not interred there a fascinating glimpse of our medieval past may emerge.

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Everyone knows that elderly people are prime targets for fraudsters, but they’re far from being the only people who can fall victim to scams.

In recent weeks West Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau and West Dunbartonshire Council Trading Standards have been focusing on the threat to people under 30, following figures which show young people are more vulnerable to crime involving subscription traps, identity fraud, job scams, ticketing scams and general online fraud.

Ticket fraud can be particularly hurtful – and expensive – if you

hoped to enjoy a favourite band at a rare tour concert.

“So we want to stress to young people locally that they are all potential scam victims, and that they need to protect themselves against those who would steal their money. Our website has all the information you need to become more savvy and beat the scammers, and you can follow our social media feed for more details.”

CAB tips include:

• Make sure your computer has a firewall and reputable antiWest Dunbartonshire CAB virus software. Without these, Manager Joe McCormack said: your computer has no defence “Scams can hit anyone at any time, to block infection. and our general message is to be wary, to challenge any trader or • Don’t throw out anything with deal you are unsure of, always your name, address or financial read the small print and never details without shredding it give out your personal details to first. someone you don’t know.

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A commitment to kids Alexandria CAB appeal West Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau is looking to recruit local volunteers to train as advisers for its Alexandria training programme, commencing August 31.

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The Counting House 17 High St, 01389 765457 ď Ź FRI & SAT: DJ ď Ź Beer garden ď Ź Football and rugby shown, BT, SKY & ESPN

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The Glencairn Lounge 15-19 Bridge St, 01389 732816 ď Ź SAT: Karaoke

The Lennox Bar 137-139 High St, 01389 730120 ď Ź Weekend entertainment, contact bar for further information

The Malt and Myre Lomondgate Drive, 0871 527 9274 ď Ź Accommodation and restaurant

The Milton Inn 401 Milton, Dumbarton, 01389 761 401 ď Ź FRI & SAT: Disco/Karaoke ď Ź Sky Sports & pool table

The Stag’s Head 116 Glasgow Rd, 01389 732642 ď Ź FRI: Karaoke ď Ź Live Music

The StoneďŹ eld Dumbarton Rd, 01389 767940 ď Ź Monthly pool competitions and quiz nights

The Waterside 1a Riverside Lane, 01389 731221 ď Ź TUE: Bingo ď Ź FRI & SAT: Live acts ď Ź SUN: Karaoke

174 Main Street, 01389 602564 ď Ź WED: Pub Quiz & Pool Competition ď Ź THU: Jam / Open Mic ď Ź SAT 12: Live on the Loch ď Ź SUN 20: Alan Frew ď Ź FRI 25: The Contractors ď Ź SAT 25: Sonido Sunday ď Ź Contact bar for entertainment details

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The Inn on Loch Lomond Luss, 01436 860430 ď Ź FRI 4: On the Wagon ď Ź SAT 5 & 19: Robert Carmichael ď Ź SUN 6 & 20: On the Wagon ď Ź FRI 11: Scott MacDonald ď Ź SAT 12 & 26: On the Wagon ď Ź SUN 13: Jenny Biddle ď Ź FRI 18: Damien Swail ď Ź FRI 25: Joe Quinn ď Ź SUN 27: Scott MacDonald

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This month, your Community Advertiser has taken a trip 'doon the watter' to visit Helensburgh and have a quick look to see what's going on in the town in August.

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fest fun for all ages Helensburgh Summer Festival will have something for all ages and tastes and features around 70 stalls ranging from crafts and gifts to amazing artisan foods and local produce.

Organised by the Chamber of Commerce and taking place on August 12, other highlights include the Victorian Chair o'plane ride, a children's teacup ride, a climbing wall, walk on water hamster ball, bouncy castles, and music from the HMS Neptune Volunteer Band.

The Ministry of Defence Police Search Dog Team will stage a display in the square around

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the afternoon at 1400, also starting outside the Helensburgh Parish Church.

noon. Peninsula Trikes will be offering trike rides around the town.

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festival is place to meet anD eat the local economy and the town’s appeal to visitors. I'm convinced it's an idea whose time has come.

Helensburgh has fast become a destination for a wide range of fine restaurants and cafÊs and we now need to capitalise on this.�

Local restaurants and cafĂŠs are invited to offer something special for the festival

Helensburgh’s growing reputation as a foodie town is to be celebrated this month with its first ever Food Festival running from August 16-20 Helensburgh has always been famous for its excellent ice-cream and the fi nest fi sh-and-chips. Thanks to the vision and investment of local entrepreneurs the town now has a richly deserved reputation for a fi ne range of quality restaurants, cafÊs and food providers.

Many have won national awards for the excellence of their food. To celebrate their success Helensburgh Community Council is

launching the fi rst ever Helensburgh Food Festival.

Only local restaurants and cafĂŠs have been invited to take part.

Each will lay on something special over the fi ve days of the Festival such as: Special Festival Menus and offers of Signature Dishes, Cooking Demonstrations and more besides.

Nigel Millar from the Community council said: “What makes this festival special is that it is local.

Everything happens within our restaurants and cafĂŠs benefiting

This inaugural extravaganza this August will tie in with one of the most successful events in Helensburgh's calendar – the annual Summer Festival.

Council director Vivien Dance said: “This year will see an exciting new partnership with the Food and Drink Festival organisers, the Community Council, joining with the already established main event based in Cardross to add additional attractions to encourage visitors and residents to come down to the square for a fun day with something for everyone and the chance to support town businesses and community groups.

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Copies of the book have been sent to countries across Europe as well as the USA, and presentations of the work and research behind the books are being given outwith Dumbarton itself.

They are clearly doing their bit to get Dumbarton on the map, supported by grass roots supporters.

Meanwhile, if you are aware of any persistent strange or unexplained experiences relating to local tradition Mary – researching this largely unexplored aspect of local culture – would love to hear about them.

Your stories can be given to Anne in the Hub, Dumbarton or sent to Mary via email: maryannepubs@gmail.com

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A & M Timber ...............................................................30 A-Z Property Maintenance .........................................17 A.D.S Motors .................................................................30 Alan Robinson Domestic Appliance .............................6 ALPS .................................................................................8 Andrea Allan Steele Piano Tuition .............................31 Ardarden Estate ...........................................................31 Bollywood Lounge .......................................................23 Bonhill Chippy ..............................................................23 Buchanan Construction .................................................7 Cairns Brown Solicitors ................................................27 Caledonia Property Bureau .........................................29 Cathies Dry Cleaners ......................................................3 Chambers the Glaziers .................................................24 Cheaper Car Insurance...................................................1 Chris Bowman Fitness Ltd............................................28 Claire Burns School Of Dance .....................................20 Cleanfast Carpets .........................................................12 Clearline Aerial and Sattellite Solutions .....................2 Clydeside Domestics ......................................................5 CMC Home Improvements ............................................9 Come And Dance With Liza ........................................18 Cycle Form.......................................................................5 D Halligan Landscapes ...................................................1 Dancing Steps ..............................................................19 David Wilson Handyman ...............................................2 Doggy Carers ................................................................33 Domestic Solutions.........................................................2 Donnie Dallas................................................................25 Dumbarton Footcare ...................................................31 E S Fencing ......................................................................7 En Pointe Dancewear ..................................................19 Ferguson Flooring Scotland Ltd..................................14 G & G Bros .....................................................................22 G Simpson Tree Felling ................................................24 Gas-Aid.Co.Uk...............................................................25 Glasford Maintenance ..................................................2 H.G.S Garden Services ....................................................8 Helensburgh Summer Festival ......................................6 Hi Tech Hearing Solutions ...........................................15 Human Givens Practitioner ...........................................6 Ian Fay Painter ..............................................................20 Inchmurrin Island Loch Lomond ...................................7 Inverclyde Windows .....................................................15 IQ Joinery Ltd..................................................................3 J & J Garage Doors .........................................................4 J Brown & Son.................................................................5 J.G.S Plumbing Services..................................................3 James Burns Joiners & Builders ...................................22 JJR Print ...........................................................................5 Joans Carers ..................................................................10 John Dobbin ...................................................................2 John Kane Funeral Directors .......................................22

John Macaulay Landscapes .........................................11 Keys Galore .....................................................................2 Lacey Brown School of Dance.....................................18 Lake Construction Ltd ..................................................11 Ledgerwoods Electrical Services .................................17 Legal Matters ................................................................20 Lomond Electrical Services ............................................8 Lomond Home and Garden Services ..........................20 Lomond School .............................................................10 Lomondside Caravans Servicing & Repairs ................25 M&J Care ........................................................................8 Mackinnon Fencing......................................................17 Magical Maids.................................................................7 MD Roofi ng ....................................................................8 Minted Valets................................................................11 Nestor Building Services Ltd ........................................17 Night & Day Windows .................................................32 Oakburn Gardens .........................................................16 On The Maid Of The Loch .............................................9 Opos Limited ................................................................16 Pegasus Flat Roofi ng ...................................................11 Preston Fleming..............................................................1 Realseal Roofi ng.............................................................3 Riverside Parish Church................................................13 Sandra Lees ...................................................................19 Scot West Credit Union..................................................9 Scratch 2 Shine..............................................................10 SD Garage Doors Limited ..............................................1 SEM Events Ltd .............................................................15 Slimming World............................................................19 Sims Gas Services ............................................................7 SM Landscapes................................................................7 Sorbus Tree Services ....................................................27 Sovereign Blinds .............................................................5 Sparkle...........................................................................33 Stitt Removals .................................................................4 The Coffee Club............................................................34 The Handyman Home Improvement Centre...............4 The Kitchen Depot .............................................11 & 35 The Paint Pot ................................................................27 The Sewing Room ........................................................28 The Witches Hut .............................................................1 Thermaseal......................................................................1 Thistle All Weather Grass ............................................26 Thistle Blinds .................................................................11 TLC ...................................................................................5 Urbaniks Street School Of Dance ...............................18 Van Driver Removals ......................................................8 Victim Support Scotland ................................................8 Wats Interiors................................................................15 West Dumbartonshire Lesuire ....................................36 West Of Scotland College............................................16 Windows & Conservatory Repair Company ................3 Winter Wonderland Woodland .................................27

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At The Kitchen Depot, we have always prided ourselves in our family values, on always being prepared to do whatever it takes to ensure that our customers are treated exactly as we would like to be treated ourselves - with courtesy, consideration and professionalism.

But lest we ever become complacent, we actively encourage ongoing feedback - here's what Mr Lee Sanderson has to say:

"The most incredible thing about The Kitchen Depot has been your sky-high levels of customer service. Too often a company will promote customer service as a core value, only to reveal a hollow promise when they don't live up to it."

Mr Sanderson continues: "My favourite retailer is John Lewis because I know that they will do whatever they can to put something right if it goes wrong. The Kitchen Depot has performed to the same high standard."

"To favourably compare a small family business to Britain's most respected retailer is not something that I do lightly but you are well worthy of the comparison."

Well, thanks for that, Mr Sanderson - please excuse us while we blush with pride.

When it comes to looking after our customers, The Kitchen Depot is never knowingly undersold.

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