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Olympic Flame route confirmed A
fter the initial announcement that the Olympic Flame will be passing through Clackmannanshire, the council has officially confirmed the exact route that the Flame will travel through the Wee County. The Olympic Fame will travel on the A907 through Alloa Town Centre when it comes to Clackmannanshire on the morning of 13th June as part of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay. A total of seven inspirational Torchbearers will carry the Flame through Alloa, and across the UK a total of 8,000 Torchbearers will carry the Flame. Whilst in Alloa, the Flame will travel from Recreation Park in Clackmannan Road, past Forth Valley College, along King Street and past the train station, heading towards Alloa Town Hall and finishing at Marshill. It is hoped that people of all ages throughout Clackmannanshire will turn out in force to welcome the Olympic Flame, share in the excitement of the Relay, and celebrate the achievements of the Torchbearers by lining the streets along the route. Residents living in and around Clackmannanshire can find out when it will be travelling along their nearest high street, through their town square or past their local village shop. The Torchbearers confirmed to carry the Flame in Clackmannanshire today include those that were successful through the public nomination processes run by LOCOG and the Presenting Partners, Coca Cola, Bank of Scotland and Samsung. LOCOG has endeavoured to slot all community Torchbearers within
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Torchbearer Robbie Donaldson will carry torch on the route shown above an hour of their nomination address so family and friends can cheer them on. Each Torchbearer will wear a white and gold uniform which been designed by adidas. Stuart Crickmar, Head of Strategy and Customer Services and chair of the Clackmannanshire Olympic Torch Relay Community Task Force said: “We’re delighted that the Olympic Flame will be carried on the A907 through the heart of Alloa by Torchbearers on Wednesday
13th June during the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay. “As we reveal that the Flame is being carried along the main thoroughfare through Alloa, it really brings the route to life and allows local residents, businesses and communities across Clackmannanshire to start planning their involvement. “We will be making sure that as many people in Clackmannanshire, particularly young people, will be able
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to witness the spectacle of the Olympic Torch Relay and enjoy the fun and excitement of the build-up to the London Games. “We are all looking forward to lining the streets along the route to welcome the Torch to Clackmannanshire and also cheering the inspirational Torchbearers to the community.” One of the Torchbearers carrying the Flame through Alloa on 13th June will be Robbie Donaldson (28) from Keirhill Farm, Balfron. Robbie has recently returned after serving a 6-month tour in Afghanistan with the ‘The Highlander’s’ 4 SCOTS and is due to leave the Army after 6 years service. He is a fun-loving sporty guy, an academic, the life of the party and a beloved family member. Fighting for one’s country is a true test of courage and strength. Two of the other Alloa Torchbearers confirmed today are Gerry Malone (48) from Coatbridge and Lesley Finn (36)
from Houston, Renfrewshire. Sebastian Coe, Chair of LOCOG added: “Today we bring the Olympic Torch Relay to life. The Flame symbolises the Olympic spirit and its journey around the UK will bring the excitement of the Games to our streets. Now the people know the route the Olympic Flame will be carried along and the Torchbearers for their community, they can start planning how they might celebrate and make it Clackmannanshire’s moment to shine.” An average of 115 Torchbearers a day will carry the Olympic Flame during its 8,000 mile journey around the UK before it arrives at the Olympic Stadium on 27 July 2012 for the lighting of the cauldron at the Opening Ceremony, signifying the official start of the London 2012 Olympic Games. LOCOG has worked closely with representatives from a number of sectors in each Nation and Region of the UK to devise the route and is taking the Olympic Flame to within ten miles of over 95% of the population.
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Freshwater lice infestation causes Gartmorn Dam to close fishing for the season By Gary Smith
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artmorn Dam, The Wee County’s premier angling location, will be closed to any form of fishing for the coming season due to an infestation of freshwater lice. The lice infecting the dam are known as Argulus, which have been known to devestate still water fisheries. Argulus have also been the cause of two Scottish fisheries closing completely, including Lindores Loch, North Fife. The council have informed Gartmorn Angling Association of the problem and will be working in tandem with experts from Stirling University over the coming months in an attempt to remove the lice from the dam. The Argulus is a parasite which inserts a sting into fish and then injects enzymes into the body; they then feed off the host’s body fluids causing major tissue damage. The recent mild winter hasn’t helped matters as the lice begin breeding at temperatures of 8 degrees plus.
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L In a statement released by the council on Friday 16th March, Garry Dallas, Director of Services to Communities, said: “It is with regret that Gartmorn Dam will not be open to any form of fishing in 2012. I know this news will come as a disappointment to the many people who were looking forward to fishing at the dam this coming season, but there would be no point us stocking the dam with trout only for them to be attacked by lice. We will continue to work with experts from Stirling University to manage this situation with a view to re-opening next year as part of Gartmorn Dam’s tri-centenary celebrations.”
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t has been announced that plans for a major new housing development on the site of the former Alloa Academy have been approved by Clackmannanshire council. The application from Bellway Homes Limited to build 97 new houses, including roads, footpaths, a play area, water basin and open space at the Claremont site, was given approval by Clackmannanshire Council’s Planning Committee. The application, which complies with the council’s Development Plan, will allow for the redevelopment of the vacant former school site in Alloa. Garry Dallas, Director of Services to Communities, said: “This will allow the
vacant former school site to be turned into a positive redevelopment with high quality, housing for the people of Clackmannanshire, which will include open space, landscaping and play provision. “It is expected that work will start soon on the site, and will probably take two to three years to complete. It should be a very popular and attractive development when it is finished.” The site of the former Alloa Academy, which adjoins the grounds of Claremont Primary School to the east and is bounded by Arns Brae Pleasure Grounds to the south, and the nearby Braehead Golf Course, is to be redeveloped in its entirety, with a total of 97 two storey,
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detached houses. The development will include two new vehicle accesses onto Claremont, with additional access to the west and south. In accordance with new planning legislation, proposals for the new development, which is regarded as a “major development”, was put out for public consultation in August 2011, Direct contact was made with Alloa Centre Community Council, Braehead
Golf Club, Claremont and St John’s Primary Schools, as well as notifying neighbours and holding a public drop-in exhibition, which was attended by 74 members of the public. Concerns raised over increased traffic volumes and speed on surrounding roads were alleviated by Bellway Homes traffic engineer, who had carried out a survey and revealed the new development will generate less traffic
ocal youths could have caused a serious accident late last Sunday night, Sunday March 11th, after a rope was tied across the A908 Fishcross to Tillicoultry Road near Marchglen. The incident took place at 22:30 at night and three cars were thought to have hit the rope while travelling. Three youths were seen in the area and Central Scotland Police want to trace them down for this serious and dangerous crime. Police are asking anyone with information to come forward.
than the previous school site. Developers propose to install traffic calming measures, including two speed tables at the two proposed accesses onto Claremont, as an additional safety measure. The Council will also be providing an adjoining kick-about area, alongside a play area for children aged between two and 14. There will also be a fully surfaced and lit Safe Route to School through Arns Brae Pleasure Grounds before the new school opening, which will also benefit secondary school children walking or cycling to Alloa Academy.
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£2.9 million project to create a modern library in one of the area’s most historic landmarks has been given the green light. The approved plans, which were passed today (Thursday) by the Council’s Planning Committee will ensure a positive future for the Speirs Centre. It will also make the building, which is of historical importance to the area, more easily accessible to meet the needs of the wider community. The project will also see the restoration of the buildings historic fabric and features and contribute to the regeneration of Alloa Town Centre. It will see it converted into a modern library facility, with a new ramped access, main entrance and lifts. Garry Dallas, Director of Services and Communities said: “These plans will maximise the use of an important but underused building by adapting the listed building in a manner which is sympathetic to its character and appearance while enhancing the Town Centre as a whole. “The refurbishment of the existing rooms on the
ground and first floors will be available for a range The approved application for the alterations to of community uses and functions.” the Speirs Centre will now be submitted to Scottish Historic Scotland was consulted, as the Speirs Ministers for Listed Building Consent, as the works Centre is a Category ‘A’ listed building. They are being carried out on a listed building, and the consider that the Council’s scheme respects the council are the applicant. historic building and combines it with an innovative and exciting re-use for the wider benefit of the town. Mr Dallas added: “The Stirling Caledonian Strathspey & Reel Society comments from Historic 81st Annual Concert Scotland reinforce the merits of the proposed design to sensitively adapt, alter and restore this wonderful building in The Albert Halls, Stirling on within Alloa Town Centre. Saturday 24th March 2012 Consequently, the scheme has at 7.30pm (doors open 7pm) been awarded grant assistance Conductor - Bill Cook with Colette Ruddy - Soprano •The McLean Sisters - Fidby Historic Scotland.” dle Duetists •Compere - Jim McColl MBE The building will also Tickets £12 Concessions £10 accommodate the Registrar, a Children, 16 or under, with an adult FREE local family history centre and a Tickets on sale from - The Booking Office (Closed Sat.) & Henderson’s Bistro, Albert Halls; The Music Centre, visitor information point. Arcade Stirling; The Card Shop, Maple Court, Alloa: Members of the Orchestra or telephone 01259 213 952
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Wee County couple celebrate 60 years together By Megan Spence
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he signature of the 60th wedding anniversary is the diamond, which began with the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria celebrating her 60th anniversary of the throne. Celebrating this special occasion is Mr & Mrs Phaup from Tillicoultry. The depute Provost for Clackmannanshire, Janis Paterson along with depute Lord Lieutenant, Neil MacFarlane joined the couple with friends and family to celebrate their anniversary and share with them some memories of the couple’s 60 years together. After first meeting at a Christian convention in 1950 in Galashiels, the couple started to date, with Robert proposing to Isabelle a year later, in a simple yet romantic way. Following a yearlong engagement, the couple married in Galashiels Baptist Church on 19 March 1952. Having lived in Tillicoultry since the couple moved to Clackmannanshire due to Robert’s work in the factories, the Wee County are overjoyed to be helping the couple celebrate their special day.
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lackmannanshire Council is holding a conference about renewable energy, which is set to attract attendees from all over Scotland, later on this month. 70 professionals, working in the renewable energy field will be attending the event, which is being held at Alva’s Cochrane Hall on Wednesday March 21st. All guests will be welcomed to the event by the Council’s Head of Community and Regulatory Services John Gillespie. John Gillespie commented on the cause saying, “Over dependence on fossil fuels has far reaching consequences which are not just limited to damage to our environment. Depleting gas and oil supplies and an aging electricity network have impacted on the numbers of families who are now considered to be in fuel poverty and the business
world has been shaken by direct and indirect costs associated with increasing energy costs.” “Solutions are available in the form of renewable energy, however, like most local authorities, Clackmannanshire has yet to fully embrace the concept and produce a long term renewable strategy. This conference is aimed at raising awareness of the opportunities that are available for Clackmannanshire and also securing a commitment to invest resources in developing and producing a long term strategy which will improve the local environment, economy and wellbeing of local residents.” The council has been committed to a number of measures to try and encourage people to use resources more efficiently such as our Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy and the Fuel Poverty Strategy.
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big political debate live on national radio was held at Alloa Town Hall last week as Brian Taylor’s ‘Big Debate’ show rolled into town. The show is broadcast every Friday lunchtime
and last week, listeners to the show were treated to a special Alloa version where Brian was joined on the panel by local MSP Dr Richard Simpson, Professor David Bell from Stirling University, MSP Keith Brown
and MEP George Lyon. A lively audience, that included pupils from Alloa Academy, ensured that the panel had a busy time answering the questions that ranged from public toilets, carer’s allowances,
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Park Pupils Show Off Partnership Project P
ark Primary School in Alloa held a ‘Community Event’ on last week for the parents of their primary seven pupils, marking the culmination of a joint year long project between the school and the National Museum of Scotland which started while the children were in primary six. National Museums of Scotland have been working with this term’s primary seven children since they were in P6, on a partnership project, funded by the Robertson Trust. The children have been researching and devising their
own resources on the theme of the rainforest based on the collections of the museum. This box of museum objects, complete with teacher’s notes, researched by pupils in Park Primary, will be available for general borrowing. Head teacher, Adrienne Aitken, said: “ We have been delighted to have been part of this partnership work with the National Museums of Scotland. “Our P7 children have been able to put many skills into practice from a range of curriculum areas and contexts including literacy, creativity
and team working. “This experience has clear links with skills for learning, life and work and has provided a context which has been highly motivational and purposeful. It has also been inspirational for all of our other classes who have been able to experience the high quality work created by our P7 children.” On Friday 16 March, pupils hosted a community event at school to show off their work and performed a related dance piece. Members of the Education Service attended along with parents and adults who supported the children.
Dollar Academy Rugby Sevens Champions D ollar Academy Form 1 Rugby team were crowned champions at last Thursday’s Hutcheson’s Sevens tournament in Glasgow. A total of 16 teams competed, with the Dollar side grouped against George Heriots, Hutchesons and Marr College. After winning all three group games, Dollar went on to beat Robert Gordons (22-0) in the semifinal and Glasgow Academy (29-0) in the final, In their five games, Dollar scored 133 points, conceding only 3. The impressive scoring of 32-3, 20-0, 41-0, 22-0 and 29-0 ensured Dollar raised the trophy. Commenting on their victory, captain Cameron Moore said: “This was a well fought tournament but we played well and were extremely pleased to win. Charlie Dineen was our leading try scorer, with excellent contributions from everyone in the squad.”
Science week at Alva primary school
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chool children at Alva Primary are gearing up for their annual Science Week, aimed at furthering their education on a variety of scientific topics. The event, from 26th-29th March, kicks off with a group of Science Boffins introducing the entire school to the world of science in a lecture in the school’s assembly hall. A representative of Eco schools will then work with both primary five classes on eco systems and living things before primary seven pupils head off for some science fun at Alva Academy. Primary seven pupils will build a giant tetrahedron, while at the same time the primary one children will carry out a large technology task. On Tuesday, 27th March, pupils at the school will put their experiences to good use and carry out their own experiments
and technology projects as preparation for a display of their work two days later. The following day the primary four will spend the entire day at the Dynamic Earth science exhibition in Edinburgh, while primary six children will enjoy a lecture on “Atoms in Action”, while primary three pupils will examine “Optical Illusions.” On the final day of the event, Thursday, 29th March, energy expert Colin Todd will give a talk to each primary class throughout the day on “Renewable Energy” , while primaries three to seven will carry out forensic science experiments. Science Week will come to a spectacular end in the afternoon with primary six children organising a Science Fair in the school’s dinner hall with each class having their own separate display. Two or three children from each class will man their own displays with parents invited to come along to the school after 3pm to visit the fair and view the excellent work from throughout the week. It is the second year the school have held a Science Week, following the resounding success of last year’s event.
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Hillfoots Schools to run Torch Relay
By Michelle Henderson illfoots primary schools have taken part in a torch relay that is part of their transition into secondary education, on Friday, March 16. The started at 10am along primary schools in the Hillfoots area, such as Menstrie, Alva, Muckhart, Strathdevon, Tillicoultry and Coalsnaughton Primary Schools and pupils ran with torches along the route, which were specially made by school children at Alva Academy. Along the route pupils handed over their
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ordon Banks, MP for Ochil and South Perthshire soon got into his stride during Sunday’s (18th March) Alloa Half Marathon. The MP had previously taken part in the 2010 race, and this time he had set himself the goal of finishing in under two hours – which he did. Accompanied by daughter Victoria, Gordon was delighted to have finished to achieve this after some hard training (but not enough) in recent months. Gordon Banks MP said; “It was a beautiful day - the weather conditions were very good for the race. The atmosphere was stimulating and the support, yet again, was excellent. It is very encouraging to be cheered along the route and I would like to thank everyone who did this – I’m sure all the runners appreciated itespecially after running up Menstrie Brae! I always think this event is
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torches to pupils of the respective schools towards Alva Academy, arriving there 12.30pm. Around 180 to 190 pupils took part in the event, which marked the end of their primary school days and the start of their education at the new Alva Academy. Craig Rennie, head teacher at Alva Primary School, said: “We are encouraging friends and family of the children to come out and support them and cheer them on. It should be a tremendous event. All we hope for is good weather.”
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lacks Kinship Carers are called to give evidence to the Petitions Committee today (Tuesday) 20th March 2012. May Barker Chairperson & Susan Douglas Treasurer of Clacks Kinship Carers Committee and the petitioner Teresa McNally have been invited to give evidence at the Petitions Committee at the Scottish Parliament. “We were delighted to accept the invitation and will be making a statement in support of our petition, ‘which calls for the
parliament to ensure that all councils across Scotland pay kinship carers the recommended allowance (as suggested by the Scottish Government’s local Government Concordat for 20082011) and that any such allowance should be ring fenced, with resourced support equable with foster carers.’ ” This follows the handover of their Petition to the Depute Convenor of the Petitions Committee Sandra White MSP at the Scottish Parliament which took place on the 1st March.
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multi agency vehicle check operation was put in force recently in in the Wee County that involved, Central Scotland Police, VOSA, BT, SEPA and British Transport Police. The operation mainly targeted vans and light commercial vehicles where they were stopped and checked over. One of the main areas for concern for the agencies involved was the recent rise in theft of copper, lead and cable. Over 50 vehicles were stopped and checked with 2 vehicles being seized for not having valid insurance. 7 vehicles had severe defects that they were immediately ordered off the road and 2 were given VOSA advisory notices. 18 drivers were given time to have their defects repairs and 7 were given Conditional Offers of Fixed Penalties for various road traffic offences.
Music in Dollar last concert crowns season’s success
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ollar Music Society’s final concert of the season, given by the Glasgow String Quartet, was attended by around 90 people, bringing the season total to almost 500. The concert was held in the Gibson Hall, Dollar Academy on Saturday 17 March and included a selection of pieces by Barber, Beethoven and Ravel. All were beautifully played, as you’d expect from principal players in the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. But the most moving for many in the audience will have been the second movement of the String Quartet by
Samuel Barber. This was later adapted to become the famous Adagio for Strings, which most people immediately recognise, by tune if not by name. Julian Reeves, from Dollar Music Society, said: “We’ve had a lot of fun putting together a programme of music that had something for everyone. This season we’ve had jazz from the hugely popular Nova Scotia Jazz Band, the young classical guitarist Sean Shibe playing alongside the outstanding cellist, Robert Irvine, a humorous evening in the company of mezzo soprano Jennifer Logan, the Perth-born
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international pianist, Alasdair Beatson, and last – but certainly not least – the Glasgow String Quartet. ‘Tonight’s concert shows, once again, the value of having quality musicians perform in our community. On hearing that one very young member of the audience was learning to play the cello, Betsy Taylor, the cellist with the Glasgow String Quartet made a point of spending a few minutes chatting with her, as she and her fellow performers met members of the audience during the interval. Who knows what impact that brief encounter may have on that young lady’s future musical career. “And the good news is – we’ll be going it all again next season. We’re finalising the 2012/13 programme just now, and should be able to announce the details in the next couple of months or so.
Betsy Taylor, cellist with the Glasgow String Quartet in rehearsal for Saturday’s concert in Dollar.
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Silent auction raises over £5k for charity
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One item that did not reach its reserve was a Ryder Cup pin flag, signed by all the players in the victorious European Team. It has been retained by Opening More Doors for future sale. Anyone interested in this item should get in touch with Kit Gow on 217511.
pening More Doors held a hugely successful silent auction at the Cochrane Hall Alva last Friday where over 135 lots went ‘under the hammer.’ Wine and savories were served and there were 135 lots on offer. Bidding was a bit slow at first but picked up during the evening. Well over £5k was raised for Stathcarron Hospice and Funding Neuro.
Many thanks to everyone who supported the event.
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avid Jorgensen, volunteer speaker for WaterAid, gave an interesting and informative presentation on a sand dam project in Ethiopia to members of the Rotary Club of Alloa. David was the guest of lnternational Service Convenor Hector Nicolson, and in the photograph he looks on as President Graham Kerr presents David with a cheque for £500 towards the project.
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£175,000 donation for NHS Forth Valley T
he biggest ever single donation from an individual charity £175,000 – was handed over to NHS Forth Valley on 16th March 2012 by the age positive charity WRVS. The cash is the proceeds from the WRVS café’s in Stirling and Falkirk Community hospitals and will be used to fund a number of new projects for older people. These include opportunities spend time outdoors, engage in art projects, enjoy outings and music and record their life stories. Around half of the funding will be spent on creating two new sensory gardens for dementia patients at Stirling and Falkirk Community Hospitals. The gardens will be filled with scented plants and equipped with seating so patients can enjoy sunshine and fresh air. There are also plans to explore opportunities to develop volunteering services to support older people during their stay in hospital. In addition, some of the money will be used to provide outings and music in hospitals for older people as part of plans to increase patient confidence and self esteem, reduce social isolation and encourage people to interact and communicate. Professor Fiona Mackenzie, Chief Executive of NHS Forth Valley, said: “This is an outstanding sum of money and we cannot thank the WRVS enough for their amazing generosity. Many of our elderly patients
spend a long time in hospital and being able to bring brightness and colour into their lives makes a huge difference to their wellbeing. The ideas being put forward echo the spirit of the WRVS who believe that every older person should have the opportunity and choice to get more out of life.” Margaret Paterson, WRVS Head of Service in Scotland, said: “We are delighted to be working with NHS Forth Valley and look forward to building on their partnership with the potential to develop volunteer services designed to support older patients during their stay in hospital.” Other plans include the temporary hire of a mobile hairdressing and storytelling salon. A replica of the l980’s, it would be situated near or on wards, and elderly patients, staff and patient’s families would be able to have a free hair cut from a professional hairdresser and artist, in exchange for telling their stories about a real experience. The stories would be recorded and contribute to the National Theatre of Scotland’s Stories of Scotland project. Stories from elderly patients in Bellsdyke will also feature on Radio Royal, NHS Forth Valley’s own local radio station. These will be collected by schoolchildren from the Falkirk area. There will also be the opportunity for artists to work with staff in Wards 4 and 5 at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. Using textiles, light and colour they will aim to
Sheila Pheely, Volunteer Service Manager, WRVS Grahame Rose, WRVS Service Delivery Manager Fiona Mackenzie, Chief Executive, NHS Forth Valley
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Rotary receive silver award
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Schools: Alloa Academy 19th March 2012 Inter-House competition Congratulations to pupils in Erskine who have won last week’s InterHouse competition and gain 15 points for the House. Schaw were in second place gaining 13 points with Bruce in third place gaining 8 House points. Bruce House are really losing ground at the moment – all Bruce pupils should be trying especially hard this week to gain merits. 4E2 and 6E1 topped the lists for excellent citizenship this week.
part in Brian Taylor’s Big Debate at Alloa Town Hall last Friday. The cut and thrust of political debate was greatly enjoyed by all who attended, with several students asking questions and taking an active part in the session. Biolab 15 of our seniors who study biology attended a Biolab session in Glasgow last week. They learned a great deal about Biochemistry and working in a scientific environment.
Senior Awards Ceremony The Senior Awards Ceremony will take place on Thursday 19th April at 7.00 p.m. in the Assembly Hall. We look forward to celebrating a wide variety of successes with S4, S5 and S6 students. Prefect Appointments Congratulations to all of our newly appointed Prefects, who will receive appointment letters in the near future. Badges will not be issued until June. For those who were disappointed in this round or denied Prefectship because of demerits or poor attendance and timekeeping, there will be a further chance to apply in June. Co-operation records including merits, demerits and punctuality between now and June will be considered in the June process. Congratulations to all of our candidates for Head Boy and Head Girl. Bethany Hay, Eilidh Mather, Sophia Rehman, Liam Wallace and Andrew Graham are presenting to all year groups this wek with voting taking place at the end of each assembly. Good Luck to all of them.. The results will be announced at the Senior Award Ceremony on Thursday 19th April. Option choice Processes The option choice process continues with both junior and senior students having interviews with PTs Pupil Support to help them decide on their final choices. Please note that it is extremely important that S4 and S5 students list their choices in priority order. This will allow us to design the timetable to meet the greatest demands from students. All option forms should be returned by Friday 23rd March. The Big Debate Over 50 of our senior students took
LORNSHILL ACADEMY 19th March 2012 Clackmannanshire Secondary Schools Giant Heptathlon
The above competition took place at Lornshill Academy today (Tuesday 13th March). Each school had 12 S1/2 pupils participate in what turned out to be a very tight competition. Our pupils performed with great determination and enthusiasm and won the bronze medals.
Dynamic Earth Visit CHAS charity event The Alloa Academy Crazy Hair event was highly successful with the total funds raised for CHAS currently standing at £342. Thanks to all who made or bought cakes and who made great efforts with their hair. The winner of the craziest hair prize was Mrs Datlen in the Art department. Giant Heptathlon Congratulations to the Alloa Academy Indoor Athletics team who brought home the Clackmannanshire Schools Heptathlon Shield yesterday afternoon. It proved to be an extremely close competition throughout the afternoon with Alloa stealing competition victory by eight hundredths of a second in the boys relay.
Wee County Mile A staff and students team will be taking part in the Wee County Mile for Sports Relief on Sunday 25th March at Lornshill Academy running track. Should anyone wish to sponsor the team, we can be found under Alloa Academy Racers. Green Flag status Please note that as we progress towards an assessment for our first Green Flag, it is extremely important that all members of the school community play their part and ensure that all litter goes into the bins.
S2 will visit Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh this week. Some will attend on Wednesday 21st March with the remainder on going on Friday 23rd March.
S3 Reports
S3 Interim Reports will be issued on Monday 26th March.
Human Papiloma Vaccinations
The HPV vaccinations will take place in school on Wednesday 28th March.
Non-Uniform Day
Friday 30th March will be a nonuniform day. Pupils can wear non-uniform, with the exception of football colours, and a donation of 50p for the privilege would be; most appreciated.
Easter Services
Easter Services will be held in school on the morning of Friday 30th March. School will finish at 3.40pm for the Easter holidays. School will resume on Monday 16th April at 9.05am.
Senior Awards Ceremony
The Senior Awards Ceremony will be held in school on the afternoon of Tuesday 24th April.
SQA Exams
SQA Exams will begin on Wednesday 25th April.
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Photographs by Jim Hensby Runners set off on the 13.1 mile course
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n Sunday the annual Alloa Half Marathon took place with over 1,100 runners from across the country taking part. With the largest field for over five years 1,128 runners took to the streets of Clackmannanshire for the 30th Alloa Half Marathon, organised by Alloa and District Round Table on Sunday 18th March at 10am. A number of previous winners were invited along to the race to commemorate the 30th anniversary and to pay tribute to former race director and founder
Willie Murray who died earlier this year. In memory of Willie a round of applause was carried out, prior to the start of the race to recognise his sterling work in setting up and developing the race. Provost Tina Murphy of Clackmannanshire Council carried out the duty of starting this year’s race. Olympic hopeful Alyson Dixon from Sunderland just missed out on breaking the ladies record and collecting a cheque for £1,000 by 13 seconds with a winning time of 01:13:32.
Previous winners were invited back
Despite this, she still managed to finish some 7 minutes faster than the winning time for the 2011 race! However, with the near perfect conditions of blue sky and light wind did enable the first three ladies to come in with sub 80 minute times. Jennifer MacLean (Edinburgh Athletic Club) who finished third on Sunday was a previous winner from 2007 and 2nd in 2010 managed to better both of those races with a time of 01:17:51. contd on pages 16-17
Provost Tina Murph y gets the race un derway
“ I would like to thank and commend everyone involved with the half marathon, from the runners, the local RoundTable and all who helped with the organisation and of course, our good Provost who must have welcomed a record amount of runners over the finishing line. The whole event and indeed the run-up is a positive, good news story for the whole of Clackmannanshire and it show cases mush of what is good about the area. That the event is now an accepted part of the local calendar just shows how important it is regarded by all locals and I look forward to many more successful years ahead - even if we can’t always expect the glorious weather conditions we saw on Sunday”. Councillor Gary Womersley, Leader of the Council
Round Table members at the start line
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from page 15 Jennifer was also the fastest female veteran over 35. Gemma Rankine (Kilbarchan Athletic Club) who was second with a time of 01:16:54, would have won 3 of the last 6 races with this time but could not keep pace with Alyson, coming
some 3 minutes behind her. Surprisingly for the men, the benign weather conditions did not result in record breaking times with Robert Russell (Central Athletic Club) the race winner finishing with a time of 01:08:49 some 4 minutes off the record and 2 minutes slower than last years winning
time. Lewis Millar from Larbert was second on 01:08:55 giving Central Athletics Club a 1st and 2nd at this years race. Jethro Lennox (Shettleston Harriers), the 2007 winner was third on 01:09:03 which was nearly 2 minutes faster than his winning time in 2007.
The other category winners were: Male Vet 40+ Female Vet 35+ Male Vet 50+ Female Vet 50+ Male Vet 60+ Female Vet 60+
STUART KERR 01:10:51 JENNIFER MACLEAN 01:17:51 WILLIE JARVIE 01:20:32 FIONA MATHESON 01:18:41 ROGER GREENAWAY 01:22:40 ANE MACLEOD 01:59:51
Robert Russell, first male in a time of 1:08:49
The local Clackm winners were: 1st Local Male
Ewan Jack
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Photographs by Jim Hensby
Alloa and District Round Table are grateful to the support of the following companies, without which the race would not be the success that it is: Highland Spring, Clackmannanshire Council, Wasp Leisure, Marshall Construction Ltd, Lithium Systems Ltd, Blyth Utilities Ltd and Alloa Hire Centre. Race Director, Colin Lynch commented “it’s great to see so many people turn out for the 30th anniversary race and I am sure Willie Murray would be a very proud man to see how successful his race has become. We are genuinely disappointed not to have seen the ladies record
broken by Alyson, even if it would have cost us £1,000 and we wish her well in her forthcoming Olympic trials. The feedback from the runners has been very good and thanks have to go to the local scout groups, Alloa Air Cadets, St Andrew’s First Aid and other volunteers for their valuable assistance on the day.” Murdoch McGregor, Race Commentator and Historian commented “for the third year in a row we had a mild, dry day and one of the largest field of runners. Everyone that took part help to make the race the success that it is and the race is now a firm favourite in the running calendar.”
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What’s on in your weecounty Alloa WAGGS: Clackmannanshire Women and Girls Group are always looking for new members with fun ideas, if you are looking for something different to do on a Monday night why not come along to the Bowmar Centre 6.30 till 8.30. You can join our Zumba class, relax and have a cuppa and a chat, learn a new craft, browse the Centre library, swap books, make new friends as well. We are presently working out our monthly activities and we’re interested in learning new skills.. so if you are female, aged 10 to 110, and would like to join us we will be pleased to see you. We have a creche most nights so no worries about the bairn. We are quite a musical lot, so there could be the odd karaoke night, we try to put on a festive show each December, which involves singing, dancing, comedy etc...you could be a budding star, but don’t worry it’s not compulsory. For more information phone Aileen on 07519656215 or Heather on 07709189880. Sunday night dance: Old time, modern and sequence dance will be held in Alloa Town Hall from now until April 15 2012 from 7pm for 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Admission is £5. On April 15, David Vernon will be providing the entertainment. Bring your own refreshments. Alloa Carers Centre: Alloa Carers Centre is working with Community House and has a weekly coffee morning at Community House, 23 Maree Court on Mondays between 10am and noon. All carers welcome. Play Alloa: Easter Playscheme places are now available. Please see your session coordinator for a booking form. The Easter Playscheme will run from 10 -13 April in the Lesser Hall at Sauchie Hall. Pre-booking is required. The Monday Group (for over 16s) has received £4000 funding from Lloyds TSB Foundation for Scotland. This will help to support the group over the next 6 months. Parents/Carers are advised to check out the group’s website at playalloa.co.uk for news and up to date calendar dates. Play Alloa provides play and social opportunities to children and young adults with additional support needs from Clackmannan District. Please let us know if you would like to carry out any fundraising activities on behalf of Play Alloa or make a donation towards our services. For further information please contact Maria Malcolm, Project Manager, Play Alloa by phoning 07800859161 or emailing playalloa@aol. com. Clackmannanshire Listeners AGM: Notice is hereby given that Clackmannanshire Listeners will hold their AGM on the 24th of March 2012 at 10am in the Ludgate Church Community Halls. Any business to be included in the Agenda should be send to the secretary- Mrs J Gillies, 37 Main st., Tullibody, FK10 2PY- no later than the 17th of March 2012. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Alva CAP: Come along and join our free Rhyme, Song and Storytelling sessions for under fives at Alva CAP on Thursdays from 10am 10.30am Alva Baptist Church: Coffee mornings are held in the church each Wednesday from 10am to 11.30am. Go and join them for a friendly chat over a hot drink and home baking. Community Notice Board: The notice board is situated outside the CAP/library. Groups and individuals and ‘not for profit’ organisations can advertise activities and display posters here. See the notice board for further details.
Clackmannan Clackmannan Parish Church of Scotland Sunday service is at 11.00 am in the Church when the Annual Stated Meeting will be held during the service. On Tuesday the Coffee Morning is open from 10.00 am in the Church Hall and the Congregational Board meets at 7.00 pm. in the Bruce Memorial. On Wednesday in the Bruce Memorial Hall the Church Choir meets for practice at 6.45 pm when new members will be made most welcome and at 8.00 pm. you can join the Prayer Group for our Lent Studies “Finding a Voice”, a reflection on the film “The King’s Speech”. Anyone requiring the services of a minister should contact the Revd Scott Raby on 211255. The THRIFT Shop: will be open on March 23rd from 11.30 pm — 2.30 pm with Soup and Bread, coffee and tea, and a selection of recently acquired, extremely reasonably priced, quality clothes. Tools for Self Reliance: Clackmannan World Concern Group has started collecting used hand tools to send for refurbishment and distribution to African workers. Do you have tools you don’t use any more?- they could help an African earn wages. Electric tools don’t work because they don’t have electricity - imperial tools, fixings, garden and medical equipment are not suitable because they are cheap in Africa, out of date or the people are not trained to use them. Any other blacksmith, carpenter or building tools are needed. Contact adminstrator@ clackmannankirk.org for more information. The 36th Stirling (Clackmannan) Company: The Boys’ Brigade meets in Clackmannan Town Hall on Fridays. This week the company hosts a battalion competition and meetings will commence when it is finished. New recruits will be made most welcome and parents should contact the leaders for details of the session’s programme. Contact Kathy for Anchor Boys on 07891389542, Lucy for Junior Section on 07538693554 and Bill for the Company Section on 216763. Clackmannan Parish Church of Scotland: Sunday service is at 11.00 am in the Church and at 7.00 pm in the manse Night Vision welcome Ian Paget the COLT Trust Youth Worker. On Monday at 7.30 pm the Guild hold their Closing Social. On Tuesday the Coffee Morning is open from 10.00 am in the Church Hall. On Wednesday in the Bruce Memorial Hall the Church Choir meets for practice at 6.45 pm when new members will be made most welcome and at 8.00 pm. you can join the Prayer Group for our Lent Studies “Finding a Voice”, a reflection on the film “The King’s Speech”. For more information on these and other activities please visit our web site at www.clackmannankirk.org. Anyone requiring the services of a minister should contact the Revd Scott Raby on 211255. Tools for Self Reliance: From 18th March Clackmannan World Concern Group starts collecting used hand tools to send for refurbishment and distribution to African workers. Do you have tools you don’t use any more?- they could help an African earn wages. Electric tools don’t work because they don’t have electricity - imperial tools, fixings, garden and medical equipment are not suitable because they are cheap in Africa, out of date or the people are not trained to use them. Any other blacksmith, carpenter or building tools are needed. Contact adminstrator@clackmannankirk.org for more information. Clackmannan Town Hall Trust: The very popular Claxfactor kids talent contest run by the Town Hall Trust returns on Sat 24th March 2012. The contest is open to all P4 P7 children living within the Clackmannan, Forestmill and Kennet area. Auditions are
being held in the Town Hall on Friday 16th March 6pm - 9pm. To register for an audition and for further information please contact Julie on 07944566068.” CAP: Come along and join our free Rhyme, Song and Storytelling sessions for under fives at Clackmannan CAP on Wednesdays from 10.30am - 11am Lodge Clackmannan1303: Senior members dinner will be held on Wednesday March 28 in the Masonic Hall, Clackmannan at 7pm. All senior members 65 or over with their wife/partner, also widows of senior members are invited to attend. Names to be given to any member of the lodge by Wednesday March 21 or telephone 214463 or 722770. Zumba: With Ian at Clackmannan Town Hall Monday nights 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Have fun and get fit at the same time
Coalsnaughton Coalsnaughton Burns Club: Cash bingo every Monday in the lounge. Contact 01259 750517. Eyes down at 8.15pm, finished by 9.45pm. Fruit Barra: The Coalsnaughton Fruit Barra is open in Coalsnaughton Village Hall from Monday to Friday 10am until 5pm. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a cuppa at Coalsnaighton’s Community Cafe Society. If you have an hour or two to spare to help, please call into the hall. Telephone 01259 759099.
Dollar SWRI: At our monthly meeting on Monday evening we were given an extremely interesting slide show and talk by Mr Ian Whyte about the first third of his walk, visiting all highest points, of the Counties in Britain, from Cornwall to Caithness using the counties of the 19th century. The variation of country side and urban landscape was huge, Mr Whyte stayed in B&Bs pubs or camped. After 1000 miles he bought new walking boots, we saw the old and new, quite a contrast. Competition results, Scenic Photo Evie Houston 2Sheena Cooke. Three pieces Tiffen 1st Kathleen Morris 2 Patricia Sutherland. Table-Top-Sale: Tables are still available for the table-top-sale in Dollar on Saturday 31 March. You can sell old toys, bric-abrac, plans, craft work, etc. Tables cost £10. For more information or to book email alloaoffice@centralcarers.co.uk or telephone 01259 226839. Dollar newspaper and magazine collection: Dates for 2012 – 3 April; 1 May; 5 June; 3 July; 7 August; 4 September; 2 October; 6 November; 4 December. Dollar Museum: The Museum is now closed and will re-open on Easter Saturday 7 April, when a new exhibition will be displayed. Thereafter opening times are Saturdays 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.30pm and Sundays 2pm to 4.30pm. The Museum is at the top of the East Burnside. Entry is free and all are welcome.
Fishcross Wee County Walkers: Why not join in the free walks led by the Wee County Walkers? Become fitter as you enjoy and easy interesting walk. No need to book. Meet us in the car park beside Cats’ Protection just before 2pm on Tuesday. Back in time to meet the children coming out of school. Walks are suitable for all ages and abilities. Find out about local history as we walk. Put on comfortable footwear, dress for the
weather and enjoy. Short, safe walks open to everyone. For more information contact Jane on 01259 290316 or 07825 052677. Come on your own or bring a friend. Charity Shop: The Cats Protection charity shop in Alloa Road, Fishcross, is open on Thursdays and Fridays from 1pm to 3pm and Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm selling good second hand clothing, bric-abrac, books and new goods.
Kincardine Kincardine History Group: The last meeting of the session is on Wednesday, 21st March at 7pm, when we have our AGM. There will also be an opportunity for members to show slides from their own collections.
Menstrie Menstrie Tiny Tots: A club run by mums for mums. This voluntarily organised group meet during term time on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am until 12noon at the Dumyat Centre. All ages from babies to three-yearsold are welcome. A healthy snack and drink are provided. A chance for mums and children to interact together through play and planned craft activities. £1.50 per visit – first session free. For more information call in or telephone Sarah on 01259 761098. Cancer Support Group: The group will be in the Dumyat Leisure Centre every Wednesday from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Drop in for a chat and a coffee, everyone welcome.
Muckhart Muckhart Quilters: The group meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the Coronation Hall from 7pm to 9pm. Contact Mavis 781473 or Sue 743226.
Sauchie Sauchie and Fishcross U F Church:Communion Services took place last Sunday. In the morning, the theme was ?Reflections on the Death of Jesus.? Ronnie Bingham read part of John chapter 12. In the evening, the theme was ?This Man Judas?. Janet Doran read parts of Mathew chapters 26 and 27. The Women?s Christian Fellowship meets on Wednesday March 21 at 7.30 p.m. Guests will be Louise McQuater and friends. The Women?s Association meets on Thursday at 2.15 p.m. Ian Mundie will speak. Bible Study.and Prayer is at 7 p.m. followed by Choir Practice at 8.10 p.m. The Friday Club for Kids (Leo Club) meets from 6 until 7.30 p.m. A Family Service will be held next Sunday morning at 11 a.m. The Evening Service will follow at 6.30 p.m. The Men?s Fellowship meets on Monday at 7 p.m. with Patricia Johnston as the speaker. SAUCHIE AND COALSNAUGHTON PARISH CHURCH : The Rev Bill Izett led both services on Sunday 18 March. The Scripture lesson was taken from Philippians Ch2 v19-30and Timothy Ch1 v1-5 and was read by Mrs Sheila Davie. In his sermon Rev Izett told the congregation that Paul sent timothy to assist people in the early Church in their faith as although he was yound he was similiar to Paul and he bcame an extension of Paul’s ministry. Timothy was sympathetic to the
people, single minded in his love for Jesus, seasoned as a Christian and sacrificial as everything he did was for the furtherance of the gospel. We should allow the Lord to use us in a similar fashion. The Stated Annual Meeting will be held in the Hall on Wednesday 21 March at 7.30 pm. On Sunday 25 March the Preacher at both services will be the Moderator of Stirling Presbytery, the Rev Kenneth Russell. The Thursday Circle are holding a Coffee Morning on Saturday 31 March from 10-11.30 am. Tickets are now on sale, price £1.50. Sauchie and Fishcross U F Church: Both services last Sunday were based on the need to prepare ourselves to have Communion. In the morning, Maureen Barclay read part of John chapter 12 while, in the evening, Rev Graham Brown read part of Mark chapter 12. Christianity Explored meets on Wednesday March 14 at 7 p.m. The Women’s Association meets on Thursday at 2.15 p.m. when Tom and Sheena Dawson will provide a program. Bible Study and Prayer is at 7 p.m. followed by Choir Practice at 8.10 p.m. The Friday Club for Kids (Leo Club) meets from 6 until 7.30 p.m. Communion Services take place on Sunday at 11 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Kirk Session meets at 10.50 a.m. The Kites Group and crèche will meet at 11 a.m. Sauchie and Coalsnaighton Parish Church: The Annual Meeting will be held in the Hall on Wednesday 21 March at 7.30 pm. CAP: Come along and join our free Rhyme, Song and Storytelling sessions for under fives at Sauchie CAP on Tuesdays from 2pm 2.30pm
Tillicoultry Zumba Class: A Zumba class is held in Tillicoultry Centenary hall on Wednesday’s from 8pm – 9pm. Contact 01259 721886 for information. CAP: Come along and join our free Rhyme, Song and Storytelling sessions for under fives at Tillicoultry Library on Thursdays from 10am - 10.30am
Tullibody Tullibody and Cambus Girlguiding: To join the leadership team. Contact AnnMargaret on 07908 252104 or Girlguiding Clackmannanshire on 01259 211318. Lodge Ladywell 1474: the next meeting will be held on March 27 2012. There will be a 1st degree on the evening and also a ballot. Contact Jim Steedman. Tullibody History Group: on Thursday 29 March the Tullibody History Group meet at 7.30pm in the Heritage Centre in Abercromby Place. There will be a talk by John Donaldson, the carver who restored the famous Stirling Heads, now on display in the newly refurbished Stirling Castle. Members and non-members are welcome. There is a nominal charge of £1 for members, £1.50 for non-members. Tea and coffee is served following the talk. Healthy Living: Residents of Tullibody, Cambus or Glenochil with a Clackmannanshire Council Access to Leisure Card can swim free Monday-Friday at 9am to 5pm at the Leisure Bowl. Pop into the Tullibody Healthy Living Office, 13 Tron Court, Tullibody to find out how you can get your Tullibody Healthy Living Free Swim Card or telephone 01259 724374.
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Don’t let love blind you to wedding savings I
taly, South Africa and Spain have nabbed the top three hot spots on the romantic scoreboard for couples planning to get married abroad. Research by foreign currency specialists Moneycorp uncovered last year’s leading love destinations and saw the African republic and the Latin lands bump the now traditional Caribbean idylls down the ladder. But the exchange rate experts also discovered that affairs of the heart may be blinding the future Mr & Mrs from the savings they could be making on the cost of their dream day. And when you consider that the bill for an average overseas wedding stacks up at around £20,000 - aside from the presents - newlyweds could be depriving themselves of a free honeymoon! The study by Moneycorp showed that currency gifts for overseas weddings range from as little as £150 right up
to £150,000 and almost half of all people sent money for European weddings. London-based couple Phillip and Jade Wood recently got married in Koh Samui. With Jade originally from Australia and Phillip from London, they plumped for Thailand because as well as it being their dream destination, it’s roughly half way between their two home countries - meaning an equal haul for friends and both sides of the family. A year before the wedding, they lined up meetings with wedding planners in Thailand and were also taken aback by the beauty of Taling Ngam beach, instantly falling in love with the views, the resort and their wedding day dream. Jade and Philip also chose to use Moneycorp as their foreign exchange dealer to ensure they got the most from their budget. They said: “We understand that it’s very difficult to predict how a currency will move over the course of a year, but our dealer
gave us some really insightful guidance on the financial markets and what implications could affect the Thai baht. “We had a rate of 55 baht to the pound in our minds, which we wanted to budget to and base the cost of the wedding on. Once the rate got to that level, Chris contacted us and we were able to lock into the amount we had wanted.”We traded £12,000 in total and saved £1,500 by using Moneycorp rather than a bank - which meant we had more money
to spend on making the day extra special. The saving was the equivalent of the cost of a wedding dress, so we were really glad we used a currency specialist!”The now happily-married couple say it’s vital to do your research on everything you plan to spend money on - and only use reputable firms for all your requirements. But be warned that if you’re organising the wedding yourself, you’re likely to get charged a foreign transaction fee every time you pay the
venue, photographer, caterer and so on. High street banks often charge at least £25 a time just to transfer your money and they may also charge commission and take overseas delivery charges. By setting up an overseas bank account and transferring your money in one go, you will incur fewer transfer charges and a foreign currency specialist will secure you lower transfer fees and better
exchange rates. Using a foreign exchange specialist also gives you the benefit of locking into an exchange rate for up to two years so you can accurately plan your budget. Above all, set a budget limit and try to stick to it. This will help ensure costs don’t spiral out of control and you don’t overspend or splash out too much on those luxurious extras.
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ritish holidaymakers could be sitting on a recession-busting £150 million in leftover foreign currency. Research has discovered that nearly half of all holidaymakers usually come home with around £50 worth of unused foreign cash and 75% of us just dump it in a bedroom drawer or a piggy bank. But the Foreign Exchange Survey by Thomson and First Choice has found that if 41% of the UK package holiday market all brought home £50 each it would be worth over £150 million - much needed money that could be saved or spent to help the economy. The study also revealed that while we might watch the pennies at home, British sun seekers are splashing the cash while abroad despite the recession. An amazing 57% of people polled said they spend whatever they like once they get away and don’t bother to budget. More than a third of respondents confessed they did
not save for their holiday spending money and over 65% cited meals and days out as their biggest bills, closely followed by wine and beer. Brits abroad also love to treat themselves to a few souvenirs with jewellery - often diamond rings and watches - weighing in at the top end of the market, as well as ornaments, furniture and handbags. And we just love to bring back
a special memento for family and friends, with stuffed donkeys easily topping the worst souvenir league table. Other tacky favourites include fridge magnets, sombreros, stuffed camels and local wines and spirits. While some got a bit carried away with the holiday spirit and came home with everything from didgeridoos and bouzoukis to
reindeer meat and nodding popes. Jeremy Osborne, TUI UK & Ireland Director of Financial Services, says: “This research highlights that despite the economic situation, customers are not saving for their holiday spending money or budgeting whilst abroad. “Holidays should be carefree and people work incredibly hard for their two weeks in the sun each year, so they should enjoy themselves. “There are however some really simple ways customers can save and budget, to stay in the relaxed holiday vibe as long as possible and have no nasty credit card surprises when returning home.”Mr Osborne urged holidaymakers to consider using prepaid currency cards rather than relying on credit or debit cards. These can be used just like a debit or credit card but head off your hidden holiday fees - and give you a better exchange rate! They are ideal for people who want to keep control of their finances
while abroad as you simply load them with your required currency before you go and use them to pay for goods and services and at ATMs on holiday. They are great for helping you stick to a budget as you cannot spend more than the card balance and can be easily reloaded online, by phone and text message. And with identity fraud a common feature of everyday life, prepaid cards are completely secure as there’s no way that anyone can access your details as the cards are not linked to your bank account and are pin-protected. Added to that, the cards also give you a better exchange rate than airports, bureau de change and travellers cheques as the rate is fixed at the time you load up your card so you can forget about fluctuating interest rates dictating the size of your bill.
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Your Horoscope Predictions By Anne Smith Libra (24 Sept - 23 Oct)
Aries (21 March - 20 April) xxxx The spring equinox on the 19th and the sun entering your sign on the 20th see an action packed month ahead, time to put long term plans into action with gusto, remember Mercury planet of communication is still retrograde so check all information is accurate and it will be a good month.
A sign of partnerships this week see’s you xxxxxxxxxx looking at all your current relationships and possibly drawing a line through some. It is time to balance out your mind and make some long term decisions! The sun in Aries from the 2oth and the new moon on the 22nd gives you the green light for projects which make your heart sing.
Taurus (21 April - 21 May) The sun enters Aries on the 20th and xxxxxxxxx this gives you a spring in your step as you come into your own in the spring, the alignment of Venus and Jupiter brings in luck and changes, getting it right this month and the rest of the year will go swimmingly!
Scorpio (24 Oct - 22 Nov) New opportunities, new people and xxxxxxxx places it is all go for you this month, the energy of the sun in Aries sees you firing on all cylinders and with the spring equinox any plans you put down in September, October last year could come to fruition!
Gemini (22 May - 21 June) With xxxx your ruling planet Mercury still retrograde you will have found communications chaotic and rather confusing as the planets realign you are now in a better position to trust your intuition and gather steam to push forward with ambitions this month with the fire of Aries behind you.
With xx the sun in your sister sign of Aries this week get ready to have some fun! It is a good month for those of you looking for work as opportunities seem to fall from the sky and these could lead into long term career plans. Reminiscing about the past can on some occasions be worthwhile, this is one of them, learn from the past and make the future better.
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(22 June - 23 July) The new moon on the 22nd stirs your xxxxxxxxx emotions into action in the home and at work. There is a shake up within you as you tackle promotion of self and you are taking no prisoners. As your sign is ruled by the moon and with mercury planet of communication retrograde please be tactful when dealing with loved ones.
Capricorn (22 Dec - 20 Jan)
You can be a little bit of a pessimist at xxxxx times but with the lineup of the planets in your sign and your sister signs it is time for optimism, as you seem to stroll aimlessly through career matters. Communications on the home front have never been a strong point and with mercury retrograde, you need to bring forward that sense of humor which can sometimes catch people off-guard.
Leo (24 July - 23 Aug) There is still a lot of emphasis on work xxxxxxxxx at this time and you need to take a look at what’s on your lap. Are these projects still viable have the goal posts moved, time to re-juggle and re-evaluate and remember where you want to be within the work structure, a good week for anything of a legal nature.
Aquarius (21 Jan - 19 Feb) You begin to see the benefits now xxxxxxx of plans you put into action over the last few weeks and with the sun in Aries, planet of action it is now time to give the a big push forward, the spring equinox is a time of growth for you and a time of balance. Keep communications simple!
Virgo (24 Aug - 23 Sept) xxxxxxxxx This week sees you getting an astro injection of energy from your sister planets, and you now have the energy and drive to make the big push to finish a task which you have been trying to avoid, remember to double check all paper work with mercury your ruling planet still retrograde.
Pisces (20 Feb - 20 Mar) xxxxxxxxxx The new moon on the 22nd is a time to focus on new plans and getting them off the ground, Neptune your ruling planet is giving you the insight you need to achieve this, money matters need to be dealt with for the long term this month and the future will look better if you do!
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e spend millions of pounds every year on skincare products that promise everything from vanishing wrinkles to eternal youthfulness. But according to experts who are not part of the face cream industry, there may well be a much simpler, and certainly much cheaper way to achieve the skin we have always wanted without using laboratory produced products. As with most things that make our bodies healthier, xxxxxx it would appear that a change of lifestyle will beautify the skin. Certain foods that can be easily included in your diet are especially good for your skin, promoting smooth skin growth with better elasticity and tone, and this means fewer wrinkles, dry patches and blemishes. Whilst the manufactured products claim results in extraquick time with lasting effecs (providing you keep buying them), the results from the lifestyle change method will show gradually but will last for the rest of your life, with no huge financial outlay and just a small
change in your eating habits. So which foods fall into the category of beautiful skin boosters? All types of fish, including shellfish, are full of both zinc and the essential Omega 3 fatty acids; upping your intake of Omega 3 can reduce inflammation and dryness, both of which contribute to premature skin ageing. Omega 3 is also very beneficial to those suffering with psoriasis or eczema thanks to its anti-inflammatory qualities, which benefit your arteries and improve circulation; something that is crucial to good skin health. The zinc in fish helps fight acne and is also used by the body for new-cell growth and the sloughing of old skin cells, making the new skin glow. Those of us who have battled with less than perfect skin may have tried a peel face mask, but we could just as easily have peeled a piece of fruit instead. Vitamin C is often emblazoned on beauty creams as the magic collagen-producing ingredient, and so it is, but is better eaten than rubbed on: citrus fruit in particular
will tighten and smooth your skin better than any synthetic peel. The antioxidants in fruits also help to neutralize highly reactive oxygen molecules called free radicals that can age your skin by damaging cells. If, however, you are not a great fruit lover, then sprouts and peppers are also high in this great vitamin. We all recognise the importance and health benefits of fresh vegetables in our daily diet, but for great skin, buy the green and orange-red veggies such as sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach and spring greens. The red-orange vegetables contain plenty of betacarotene that our clever bodies turn into Vitamin A - another antioxidant that has been used as a component in acne medication for years. Dark green vegetables are also packed with Vitamin A, and will help to make your skin fresh and moist. If you want very soft, young looking skin, you should look to the humble nut for help. All nuts, and almonds in particular, contain Vitamin E which fights the free radicals that contribute to dull-
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looking skin, and helps the skin retain moisture, in turn reducing the dryness which is so ageing. For a great skin-boosting snack, eat some almonds with cottage cheese; adding the selenium found in the cheese to Vitamin E boosts its antioxidant qualities. Pistachios, walnuts and almonds also have a good amount of the valuable Omega 3 fatty acids in them. The last of our special skin foods are the unprocessed whole grains. Eating wholewheat bread will add Rutin, another antioxidant, to your diet. Wheatgerm also contains a B vitamin biotin which helps cells process fats; if you are lacking in biotin, your skin will be scaly and dry. Using buckwheat instead of refined flour in your cooking will help to minimise acne, as well as reducing the likelihood of you developing diabetes in later life. So now you are armed with the knowledge of what foods are great for your skin and the rest of your body. Throw in a little regular exercise and stress control, and your skin will naturally bloom and glow.
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We are on the prowl to find the Wee County’s dodgy parkers but we need your help! Unfortunately, we cannot do this campaign on our own – so please send in your dodgy parking pictures to weecounty@ hubpublishing.co.uk. Does one of your colleagues suffer from dodgyparkingitis? If so, take a picture of the evidence and send it to us! Don’t worry, all identities will be protected and vehicle registrations blanked out. This is all in the name of good fun, and in no way are we personally attacking any individual or group.
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Turn dreams into job satisfaction W
hat did you want to be when you were growing up? If you fancied becoming an astronaut, you aren’t likely to have fulfilled your dreams. However, if, like most children, you dreamed of becoming a teacher, footballer, police officer, vet, fireman, hairdresser, nurse, dancer, doctor or driver, you are far more likely to achieve your dream job. In a study of primary school children carried out by Jobcentre Plus, it was revealed that boys are most likely to aspire to sporting or “protection” professions and girls to caring or nurturing professions. One in ten boys dreams of being a footballer and seven per cent a police officer or fireman. For girls, 13 per cent would like to become a teacher and nine per cent a nurse. If you are looking to change your career, whatever your age and
experience, Jobcentre Plus advisers can help you take a fresh look at how your childhood dreams can translate into career reality. They can help you assess your interests and hobbies and look at job opportunities that relate to these. Jobcentre Plus adviser Jenni Vardy says: “Many of us have childhood dreams of what we want to be when we grow up, often related to our interests, hobbies or natural skills. However, as we reach adulthood these aspirations often get forgotten or appear unattainable. “When looking for work it is often worth considering hobbies and interests, as we are more likely to be good at something we enjoy and which comes naturally. There are often lots of opportunities which can incorporate hobbies or interests.” Vardy advises: “If football is your passion, coaching training courses
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can be available at local football clubs, in particular for jobseekers aged 18-24, or opportunities working as a groundsperson or in hospitality at a football club. “If you’re interested in getting into teaching, one way might be to offer to help out at your children’s school or look into becoming a classroom assistant, which can lead to a qualification. “Those who aspire to be vets could start by trying voluntary work at their local RSPCA or animal sanctuary to see what it’s like before looking for a job working with animals. Jobs could range from an administrator at a veterinary surgery to being a stablehand. “There are lots of different options available; it’s just a question of thinking laterally around where your interests lie.” Jobcentre Plus helped Ruth Jordan, aged 62, turn her love of cross-stitching and découpage into a successful business. Jordan said: “When my arthritic condition worsened, I took up crossstitching and découpage as a hobby. Then I started to make greeting cards, which were very popular locally. My daughter, Catherine, suggested I could develop my interest into a small business and that’s when I contacted personal adviser Ivan Wright at Broker North East, part of Jobcentre Plus, who helped me turn my hobby into a really successful business.” Vardy gives some tips on what
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So you wanted to be the next Becks? Kids’ dreams can lead to real jobs. to think about when considering making your hobby your job or realising your childhood dreams. Ask yourself if a job already exists that involves your hobby, she says. It might be something that would require you to start your own business. Does the job you are thinking of require specific qualifications? If so, don’t be put off. There are many opportunities to train or retrain to obtain these. If you don’t have a specific hobby,
think about what you enjoy doing in your spare time. If you like spending time helping out at your children’s school, you could obtain a teaching qualification to work with children. If surfing the internet and computers are your thing, consider web design or IT. Talk your thoughts through with a friend or an adviser at the Jobcentre to sound out different ideas and work out how a new job would really fit in with your life and best suit your interests.
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iabatta rolls make a tasty and easy base for a home-made mini pizzas, with red pesto making the tomato sauce. You can use any topping you like, but we’ve gone for tuna, sweetcorn, tomato and mozzarella. Serves 4 (makes 8 slices). INGREDIENTS 4 part-baked ciabatta rolls 4 tbsp red pesto 4 medium sized tomatoes, sliced 1 x 200g can sweetcorn, drained 125g mozzarella cheese, sliced or grated 1 x 200g tuna in spring water, drained and flaked 8 tbsp extra virgin olive oilsalt and pepper to taste large handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 200C/ Gas Mark 6 and put a baking sheet in the oven to warm. 2. Cut the rolls in half, and spread the cut sides with the pesto. 3. In a bowl, mix together the tuna and sweetcorn, then season with salt and pepper. Divide the mixture evenly across each piece of ciabatta. 4. Arrange the sliced mozarella evenly on each piece, sprinkle over the torn basil
leaves, then top with the sliced tomato. 5. Drizzle 1tsp of the olive oil over the top of each pizza, then place the pizzas on the baking sheet. 6. Bake for 10-12 minutes in the oven or until the cheese is just melted. Serve immediately.
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BAR/WAITING STAFF Job No: ALL/23219 SOC Code: 9225 Wage Meets Nat Min Wage Hours 8-16 PER WEEK, 2-4 DAYS FROM 7 BETWEEN 7AM-2AM Location Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 15 March 2012 Pension details Pension available Description Must be aged 18+ due to licensing regulations. Must be experienced. Duties include serving food and drinks, waiting on tables, taking orders, cash handling, till work and keeping the areas clean and tidy. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Robert Westland at Dunmar House Hotel, enquiries@ dunmarhouse.co.uk. Employer Dunmar House Hotel BUSINESS SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR 1 Job No: ALL/23204 SOC Code: 4113 Wage ÂŁ14,510 TO ÂŁ16,331 PER ANNUM Hours DAYS TO BE CONFIRMED Location Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 09 March 2012 Pension details No details held Description Finance & Corporate Services Business Support -
Closing date 23 March 2012 Pension details No details held DescriptionVacancy for a Clerical Officer within our Central Service based in Alloa. The post will include dealing with admin tasks with service user personal information, banking and cash handling, invoicing, recruitment, briefing staff on administrative processes, and reception duties. You will also assist with general enquiries, maintaining financial and personnel databases, sorting and distribution of mail, diary management, arranging meetings and minute taking when required. Previous work experience in an administration or reception based role is desirable. IT skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook Excel are also essential for this post and ideally you will hold an administrative qualification e.g. SVQ III, HNC or equivalent. Only successful applicants will be contacted within two days of closing date. How to apply For further details about job reference ALL/23205, please telephone Jobseeker Direct on 0845 6060 234. Lines are open 8.00am 6.00pm weekdays only. All calls are charged at local rate. Call charges may be different if you call from a mobile phone. Alternatively, visit your local Jobcentre Plus Office and use the customer access phones provided to call Jobseeker Direct. The textphone service for deaf and hearing-impaired people is 0845 6055 255.
HMP GlenochilBusiness Support Administrator 1Salary: ÂŁ14,510 - ÂŁ16,331Permanent: Full Time36 hours per week Job Summary To assist in the provision of an efficient, effective and flexible administrative support by working as part of the Business Support Team.To provide a customer focused service as the firstpoint of contact for both internal and external customers. Enquiries will range from colleagues requesting advice, to members of the public looking for the information on any aspect of Council services. Should you have difficulty in accessing the documents and application form and wish to request a paper application pack please call 01259 452244 (24 hrs) and leave your details along with the reference number of the post. How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting www.myjobscotland. gov.uk/fe/tpl_ScottishPortal01.as p?newms=jj&id=124327&aid=1 1667Opens new window (unless Javascript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Clackmannanshire Council CLERICAL OFFICER Job No: ALL/23205 SOC Code: 4150 Wage ÂŁ14526 to ÂŁ15240 Per Annum Pro Rata Hours days Location ALLOA, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 09 March 2012
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we are now looking for an experienced book keeper to assist our Accounts Manager in the day to day financial management of the company. Priority areas of work will be accounts processing including management of invoices and purchase orders, data entry to Sag Line 50 and Quicken and general b ookkeeping duties as directed by the Accounts Manager. We are looking for someone who has a rigorous approach to bookkeeping, is meticulous and well organised. An ability to work unsupervised will be required. If you are well organised and enjoy working with figures and getting them to add up properly then this job could be for you. Part-time considered. Salary 15k - 18K depending on qualifications and experience (pro rata if part time) . How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Julie Kirk at Greenpower, julie@ greenpowerinternational.com. Employer Greenpower
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This is an opportunity to join an expanding company who have a strong portfolio of newspapers across South Lanarkshire, Perthshire and Clackmannanshire. Three papers will be launched from the Alloa office in the very near future and you will play a key part in shaping their content. A car owner would be preferred. Send written applications, including CV and clippings to: Hub Media Ltd Scott Mochar Ellismuir House, Ellismuir Way, Uddingston G71 5PW Tel: 01698 803909 Email: scott@hubpublishing.co.uk
weecounty recruitment HOTEL AND RESTAURANT ASSISTANT MANAGER Job No: ALL/23217 SOC Code: 1221 Wage Negotiable depending on experience Hours 35-40 per week, 5 Days over 7, between 7am-1.30am Location Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 15 March 2012 Pension details No details held Description Previous experience in a similar role is essential. A personal licence would be an advantage. Must have excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills and be able to lead and motivate a team. Duties include; looking after the day to day management of food service, hotel guests and booking for functions and conferences. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Susan Westland at Claremont Lodge Hotel, info@ claremontlodgehotel.co.uk. Employer Claremont Lodge Hotel GARAGE WORKSHOP CONTROLLER Job No: ALL/23164 SOC Code: 5231 Wage Exceeds Nat Min Wage Hours 46 HOURS PER WEEK, OVER 7 DAYS, DAY Location ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 27 February 2012 Pension details No details held Description Must have extensive experience within the motor trade. Immediate start available. Must have good knowledge in the Fast Fit industry, and have a knowledge of the day to day running of a garage. Duties include dealing with telephone calls and members of the public. Tyre experience would be an advantage. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to David Boyce at J K Tyres and Autocentre Ltd, jktyres@live.co.uk. Employer J K Tyres and Autocentre Ltd FITTER AND TURNER Job No: ALL/23169 SOC Code: 5223 Wage £7.72 per hour Hours 39 per week, Monday to Friday, between 7am - 3.30pm Location Tillicoultry, Clackmannanshire FK13 Duration Permanent Date posted 28 February 2012 Pension details Pension available Description An ability to machine is required and all those that apply will be subject to a machine test on a Ward 5 or Ward 10 lathe. Parts are transported with the aid of a hoist crane, sack barrows and forklift trucks all of which our internal training will cover. A few particulars are listed as follows, our processes involve machining bar from Ø10mm to Ø200+, saw cutting bar to size before inserting into a lathe, drilling goods for bolt hole clearances and sharpening drills with the aid of a pedestal grinder. Responsible to the Turning foreman you will be required to use lathes, drills and saws to machine low tolerance bosses and pins as required. Immediate start. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written
application to Mr James Travers at Lemac Engineering, 3 Barnpark Drive, Tillicoultry, Clackmannanshire, FK13 6BZ or to james@lemaconline.com. Employer Lemac Engineering CAFE SUPERVISOR Job No: ALL/23188 SOC Code: 9223 Wage EXCEEDS NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE Hours 25 HOURS PER WEEK. DAYS AND TIMES TO BE ARRANGED Location ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 05 March 2012 Pension details No details held Description Are you motivated, enthusiastic and enjoy working in a fast paced environment? If the answer is yes we’d love to have you on our team! You’ll be based in one of our most busiest branches to support and help lead the team and bring dynamic new ideas and energy to the company. Driving customer service and exceptional hygiene standards will be vital, in addition to pushing every area of the store’s delivery. As one of our biggest stores, the pressure is high but incredibly rewarding. Working approximately 25 hours per week and reporting directly to the Store Manager, this is an ideal way to join, at a management team level, a vibrant and dynamic company. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 0141 6492551 and asking for Tanya McDonald. Employer D’nisi Coffee FLORIST Job No: ALL/23166 SOC Code: 5496 Wage Negotiable depending on experience Hours 20 PER WEEK, 6/7 DAYS BETWEEN 9AM-5PM Location ALVA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK12 Duration Permanent Date posted 28 February 2012 Pension details No details held Description Must have previous experience of working in a florist. Must also have customer service experience and excellent customer service skills as will be customer facing. Main duties will be running the front of the shop, making up arrangements, cash handling, customer service and any other associated tasks as required. Applicants can apply by email to sanwar1@btconnect.com, or by telephoning 01259 760037. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Mr Saeed Anwar at Flowers By Arrangement, 87-89 Stirling Street, Alva, Clackmannanshire, FK12 5ED or to SANWAR1@BTCONNECT.COM. Employer Flowers By Arrangement AREA BUSINESS MANAGER Job No: ALL/23159 Employer Reference: Clacksmax SOC Code: 1132 Wage £18000 TO £21000 PER ANNUM Hours 37.5 HOURS OVER A 5 DAY WEEK Location ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE, STIRL FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 23 February 2012
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Closing date 31 March 2012 Pension details No details held Description Area Sales Manager responsible for the promotion and sale of services on the Clacksmax High Speed Rural Broadband Network to both Commercial and Private subscribers markets. Applicants should have a proven track record in sales management preferably in the IT Sector. A company car will be provided upon completion of a successful 3 month probationary period. A mileage allowance will be paid during the probationary period. A full job specification can be provided by applying to job.clacksmax@briskona. com and attach a CV. In addition to a proven sales track record applicants should fully conversant with MS Office applications and capable of creating reports and spreadsheet etc. How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting www.briskona. comOpens new window (unless Javascript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Briskona Ltd
Job No: ALL/23153 SOC Code: 1132 Wage MEETS NAT MIN WAGE OTE £50,000 Hours 40 HOURS PER WEEK OVER A 7 DAY ROTA, DAYS AND EVENINGS Location SCOTLAND FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 21 February 2012 Pension details No details held Description Must have strong track record in sales, preferably selling bathrooms and kitchens direct to the public. Will be working in both the showroom and visiting customers at home. This is a unique opportunity for a true sales professional to pick up the reins and with the full backing of the directors, grow the business and sales team throughout Scotland, there will be an excellent package on office for the right person, with the hunger , ambition and ability to help this company to achieve its goals. Benefits include: Company car. How to apply For further details about job reference ALL/23153, please telephone Jobseeker Direct on 0845 6060 234. Lines are open 8.00am 6.00pm weekdays only. All calls are charged at local rate. Call charges may be different if you call from a mobile phone. Alternatively, visit your local Jobcentre Plus Office and use the customer access phones provided to call Jobseeker Direct. The textphone service for deaf and hearing-impaired people is 0845 6055 255.
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technician SOC Code: 5241 Wage Exceeds National Minimum Wage Hours 70 hours over 7 days Location alloa FK10 Duration Temporary Date posted 10 January 2012 Closing date 31 March 2012 Pension details No details held Description ensure understanding and compliance with permit to work requirements Attend pre-job briefs given by the Supervisor to ensure tasks are clearly understood Carry out Point of Work Risk assessment prior to commencing tasks Carry out Actuator tasks in full compliance with Weir and customer HSEQ procedures, including compliance with Weir 5 Key Safety Values.Refer problems clarifications whilst carrying out the works to the appropriate Supervisor.Complete necessary documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Served a recognised electrical mechanical engineering apprenticeship or 5 years on the job experience with regular appraisals assessments to demonstrate competence.Client Contractor National Safety Group Safety Passport.Pay is as per the NAECI blue book, this role would be a temporary role and would be paid at Grade 5. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Kevin Devine at Weir Services Limited, The Harlands, New Alloa, Alloa, Clackmananshire, FK10 1TB. Employer Weir Services Limited
TRANSCRIPTIONIST/AUDIO TYPIST Job No: ALL/23149 SOC Code: 4217 Wage £6.08 TO £7.00 PER HOUR Hours 15-37.5 PER WEEK MONDAY TO FRIDAY BETWEEN 8AM AND 9PM Location Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration Permanent Date posted 17 February 2012 ACTUATOR TECH Pension details No details held Job No: ALL/23009 Description We have an opportunity Employer Reference: actuator to join our established team in the centre of Alloa, which is key to the first class service our clients receive. Primary duties; To produce neat, well presented files and analogue Due to expansion and increased workload we require experienced IFAs to documents on a word processor join our team. Working with a broad level of clients ranging from corporate from digital sound tapes with a to HNW individuals, you will provide tailored financial planning to meet those typing speed of approximately 60 needs of our clients. Advice will be given to clients on the whole spectrum of wpm, to provide planning requirements. a professional service to clients ensuring confidentiality is Successful candidate will also have experience in managing introducers. adhered to at all times, to adhere to strict deadlines for Employed and Self Employed positions available and will see candidates daily workload. How to apply working to set quarterly targets. Rewards for managing and increasing funds You can apply for this job by under management alongside the generation of new business are given. sending a CV/ written application to Kirsty Lang at Intelligent Office Successful advisors will see on target income in excess of £100,000. UK, Kilncraigs, Greenside Street, Alloa, Clackmannanshire, FK10 1EB or to kirsty.lang@ intelligentofficeuk. com. Employer Urban Black Associates, Lomond Suite, Ellismuir House, Ellismuir Way, Intelligent Office UK
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ow many times have you sat behind a hatted pensioner driver tootling along at 30mph and cursed them under your breath? We’ve all heard the oft-repeated maxim that slow drivers cause more accidents but do the facts bear out what in reality may be an ageist attitude to the older generation of motorists? New statistics show that there are now more than a million drivers aged 80 or older on UK roads, thanks to a Freedom of Information request to the DVLA by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).The majority of Brits - 85% - think regular checks should be made to ensure elderly motorists are fit to remain behind the wheel. But the IAM says the evidence suggests drivers in their eighties are no more of a danger to other road users than anyone else. However motorists over the age of 80 are more likely to suffer serious injury in road collisions due to their frailty, the IAM added. The organisation’s chief executive Simon Best said there were no grounds for creating more obstacles to driving for octogenarians. “Older people need their cars to give them better mobility and access to more activities and services,” he says.”Those who wish
to continue driving beyond the age of 70 should only be prevented from doing so if there are compelling reasons. Rather than seeking to prevent older people from driving, we should make them more aware of the risks they face, and offer them driving assessments to help them eliminate bad habits. Driving helps older people play a full and active part in society.”The figures also found that there are now almost 66,000 drivers aged 90 or older in the UK, including 122 motorists who have passed the age of 100. The IAM also analysed the rates of death and serious injury in road accidents according to age group. In 2010 - the most recent year for which statistics are available - the average rate of drivers killed or seriously injured on the roads across all age groups was 0.18 for every 1,000 licence holders. The highest risk group was drivers aged between 17 and 19 and motorists aged between 20 and 24 had a rate of 0.45 per thousand. The safest age group was drivers in their sixties, who had a typical “Killed or Serious Injury” rate of 0.09 per 1,000 licence holders. It is no surprise that these differences are
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DARTS
GOLF
CLACKMANNAN COUNTY DARTS
www.braeheadgolfclub.co.uk Tel. No.01259 725766
GENTS COUNTY SINGLES FINALS SPONSORED BY OAKWOOD
GENTS
The Gents County singles title went to Craig Baxter from Oakwood Lounge who beat team mate Kris Glass in the final. Beaten Semis were Mick Brown from Star A & Barry Mclean from Star A. The League would like to thank The Oakwood for sponsorship.
LADIES COUNTY SINGLES FINALS - SPONSORED BY OAKWOOD The Ladies Title again went to Jenni Tully from Peppes who beat Tracy Wood from Red Lion B in the Final, Semis were Cat Somerville, Abercromby & Michelle Cruickshanks, Peppes.
SUPER LEAGUE
The County Super League will be held in the Oakwood on Saturday March 31st. This is Ladies & Gents Singles. The Event is Open to All Wee County Darts League players - Reg 12 30
COUNTY FOURS - SPONSORED BY JOHNSTONE The County Fours Event will take place at the Johnstone on Friday March 30th all players must be in the venue for 7.15pm.
BULLS EYE SHEILD - SPONSORED BY OAKWOOD The 1/4 finals take place this Friday March 23rd Oakwood B v Alva Gc Oakwood A v Gartmorn Star A v Abercromby A Oakwood Lounge v Peppes Format 1 x 2 x 3 x 2 x 1 Best of 3 Bull start every leg Semi Final date April 13th Final April 20th in Oakwood.
SKOL CUP - SPONSORED BY UPSTAIRS IN KINCARDINE
The B Div Skol Cup gets underway on March 23rd Upstairs B v Star B Weirs v Johnstone Red Lion B v Abercromby B The Red Lion A have a bye into Semi Finals - The Semi Finals & Final will be held in Upstairs in Kincardine on Friday April 6th.
ALLOA MASTERS QUALIFIER
The 2nd Qualifier will be held in the Oakwood on Saturday March 31st with a 4pm Reg ,Entry £5. All names must be in before march 30th. One Winner goes forward to the Finals in August.
B DIVISION SINGLES
The B Division Singles will be held on Friday April 27th venue to be confirmed ,All Names & Fees to be handed in at the Captains Meeting on April 3rd. Entry £3 per player
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Sat. 17th March Sewell Trophy (Rd.39) (Par68) It was a lovely day of sunshine and the course is getting better and better. However the scoring did not match the weather and only one player bettered par. Congratulations to Andy McInness on this the penultimate round of the Sewell Div. 1 (Scr-10) 1st Gordon McEwan ((5) 68 2nd Gavin Kerr (7) 3rd Rick Spencer (9) 70. Div.2 (11-21) 1st Andy McInness (13) 66 2nd Tam Todd (11) 69 3rd Mike Fraser (15) 70.
Sun. 18th March SEWELL TROPHY (Rd.40) (Par 68) This was the last round of this popular winter competition and only Gus Ferguson managed a sub par round. Div.1 (Scr- 10) 1st Gus Ferguson (8) 65 2nd Mike Rust (1) 68 3rd James Muir (1) 68 4th John Glass (10) 68 5th Henry Peddie (9) 68
Div. 2 (11-21) 1st Ian Convery (14) 68 2nd Gerry Feeney (18) 68 3rd Jim Syme (11) 69
with both players playing very well and playing to par. 1st equal Clark McKie (20) 68 and John Breslin (16) 68.
(After 40 Rounds) As expected no one could catch the long time leader Gerry Feeney, who has done very well in this his only second year in the competition. The popularity of the event continues with the Sewell continuing to be one of the best supported winter competition in Scotland. We understand the organisers are looking at ways of making it even more popular next year. Gerry and the other prizewinners will receive their prizes at a special function on Saturday 7th April.
It was all very close with Ronnie Boyd, John Williams, Stuart Matchett and Charlie Beattie all playing very well, but it was Brian Christie who took the honours with a one over par 69.
Sewell Trophy Aggregate (Best 6 Scores)
1st Gerry Feeney -31 2nd Mike Dufton -28 3rd George Penn -23 4th Willie Wildau -22 5th Willie Aitken -22 6th Dougie Hawke -21. The scratch prize went to Mike Rust with a great aggregate score of +2, very closely followed by James Muir just one stroke behind
SENIORS Wed 14th March. Sweep. There was a tie for first place
Friday 16th MARCH SWEEP
OCHIL SHIELD LUNCH AND PRIZE GIVING On Wednesday the annual lunch and prize giving will take place for this much sought after trophy. Played over sixteen weeks throughout the winter, it was Brian Christie who just pipped Gus Ferguson by one shot, with Willie Blair finishing third. Brian’s winning score was 3 under par for the 6 rounds. Thanks were expressed to Malcolm Spiers for running the competition throughout the winter.
JUNIORS COACHING.
The Seniors have kindly donated £150. Club Professional Jamie Stevenson will be organising coaching during the Easter holidays to help them be prepared for the new season. It
will also help new juniors who wish to learn the game. Watch notice boards for details.
SENIORS CHALLENGE 16th April.
The draw for this new event and menu choice have now been posted on the noticeboard. The two teams consisting of 16 each team (under 70 and 70 and over) Members should advise availability and menu choice. Team Captains – Stuart Matchett (Youngest Senior) and Roddy McKenzie (Oldest Senior).
Sun. 18th March “STROLLERS” (Week 19).
(Par 68) This was the last week of competition resulting in a three way tie for first place. Jim Syme (13) 69, Gerry Feeney (19) 69 and Dougie Hawke (22) 69. Prize giving and lunch will take place on Sunday 26th March at 1.30.
Sun. 11th March “HOOLITS” (Week 19)
(Par 68) I was Gus Fergusons day with the others quite a long way back. 1st Gus Ferguson(5) 68 2nd Tam Todd (7) 74 3rd John Bruce (10) 77 4th David Craig (2) 77.
POOL Clackmannanshire Pool League Sponsored by Azad Tandoori Week 24 Results A League:-
Inn 5 Oakwood A 4 Locker Room A 7 Locker Room B 2 Crown A 5 Alva GC 4 Peppes 3 Allanbridge 6 Crown B 5 Oakwood C 4
B League:-
Cairn A 6 Oakwood B 3 Rileys 5 Upstairs 4 County 4 Weirs 5
County Singles,Sponsored by Cairn Alva:-
This years event is bubbling up nicely with the event having now reached the last 16 stage with the players now only one win away from securing their place at the finals night in the Cairn on Fri 13th April.The first four ties will take place this Thurs in the Cairn with the bottom four again in the Cairn in two weeks time on Thurs 5th April. Ties line-up as follows:Michael Boyd v Stuart Anderson, Kris Glass v Grant Polley, David Ross v Mike Watson, Colin Inkster v Pete Smith,
Ed Lewcio v Steven Dobbie, Greg Wardlaw v Sandy Douglas, Billy Snaddon v Ryan Hutchison, Denis Lindsay v Brian Corkhill.
Scottish Super 11’s B Team Championships:-
As reported last week the Clackmannanshire B2 team travelled to Pettycur Bay Holiday Park in Fife over the weekend looking to make their mark on the national scene and they did themselves and the wee county proud with their efforts. Kicking off at 9pm on Fri night they faced a very experienced Monklands B2 team and got off to a great start with a narrow 6-5 win. This lifted the boys confidence no end and they followed that win with a resounding 8-3 win over East Kilbride B2 to give the lads a very enjoyable nights sleep. Saturday saw them play 3 games back to back but the lads got off to a poor start with a heavy 10-1 defeat to a very impressive Aberdeen B team. The boys did not allow this to effect them though and addressed that defeat with another 6-5 win this time over Arbroath B2 to make sure they would be through to the knock-out stages on Sunday. The final group match was to finalise their finishing position in the group and a lacklustre performance saw them slip to a 6-5 defeat to finish in 3rd place,meaning a last 16 match on Sunday morning v a runner-up from another group,bringing
Dunfermline B2 up against them. A solid team performance resulted in a 6-4 victory to see them into the quarterfinals where a very strong Glasgow B2 team,boasting 3 current internationals, were waiting. A brilliant start gave the Shire lads a 4-1 lead but unfortunately they could not withstand a tremendous comeback from Glasgow and they fell to a 6-4 defeat. A magnificent effort from all 12 players with Andy Anderson and Murray Flemming leading the squad and they would like to thank each and everyone of them for their efforts.Also thanks to all wee county supporters who travelled up to lend their support,much appreciated.
European Championships:-
The Europeans take place next week with a number of wee county pool players heading to Bridlington East Yorkshire and the magnificent venue of the SPA theatre looking to help the national teams to European glory.Best wishes to Pete Smith(Scotland A),Billy Snaddon(Scotland B1),Greg Wardlaw(Scotland U-23 B), Steven Smith(Scotland U-18 A and Captain) and Sandra Bell(Ladies B).The league hope all players play well representing their country and do the wee county proud! Many thanks also to Suzanne Smith who has raised over £100 to be used for both the youngsters travel and accommodation costs,very much appreciated.
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GOLF JUST WHAT IS THE COUNTRY GOLF UNION?
With the start of the 2012 golf season coming up in the next couple of weeks, there are some who are unsure of the role of Clackmannan County Golf Union. For the benefit of these and any new golfing members in the area, it may be worthwhile setting out the aims of the organisation--- basically its an umbrella organisation ( one of 16 in Scotland) for the Golf Clubs in the area--currently six Clubs are members—Alloa, Alva, Braehead Dollar, Tillicoultry and Tulliallan. The Union was formed in 1903 and is charged with promoting amateur golf in the area, encouraging golf members to meet each other, providing competitive opportunities for individual golfers and taking a part in the running of the Scottish Golf Union. County Golf Secretary Tommy Johnson expands on this “ The County events are designed to help players develop their golf to whatever level they like---- the best recent example is Callum Macaulay ( Tulliallan)---- former County Golf Champion--- now competing at the highest levels in the professional game……. the County Golf Union was a valuable step in that process” More details are on the Clackmannan County Golf fixture cards, available in the six Clubs. Entry forms for the Boys Championship are now available with the Spring Meeting to follow. County President George Kay is keen to see good entries in the County events “Local golfers have good opportunities to play away from their own club. Modest entry fees (unchanged in 2012 ---£8 for the 18 hole County events), good prizes and minimal travel costs make these events attractive. New members of local Clubs will be particularly welcome”
RUGBY
Stirling Uni now in Alloa’s sights Alloa Blairgowrie RFC
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lloa recorded a well deserved victory in the last home league match of this season. Determined to finish off the home campaign in style, the local side were quick out of the blocks and it only took a few minutes for Stevie Scott to finish off a nice move after some quick recycled ball stretched the visitors defence. Blairgowrie barely had time to regroup when they were once again behind their own posts after Matt Pope had broke through a flat defence and strolled under the posts. Both these tries were converted by Alan Keir. Alloa were now playing with a confidence that comes with a nice lead and
LOCALS IN THE SCOTTISH BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP.
The 2012 Scottish Boys Championship (9th-14th April) goes to Murcar Golf Club just north of Aberdeen for the top Boys Match play event. 256 boys compete, and the handicap limit was set at 5.6. It is good to see two locals making the trip north--- Lawrence Allan (Alva) takes on Jack Valentine (Musselburgh) in the first round at 12.57 on the 9th while Braehead’s Rikky Alexander plays Ben Kinsley (St Andrews) at 10.53 also on the 9th. Ahead of this prestigious competition, Lawrence competes next weekend (31st March/1st April) in the first Junior tour event to be played over Gullane No2 course. 42 juniors with handicaps below 1.8 will be competing over 3 rounds------ should be good preparation on a links course for the Boys Championship.
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some of their play during the next quarter home side reeling for a while before Alan of the match was some of their best of the Keir effectively killed off the match with a season. Captain for the day, Brian Ireland successful 30 metre penalty attempt. set up the the third try, when he turned Alloa were glad of the win as there is over the ball in typical style and set up the now an outside chance of leapfrogging backs where Kris Aitken and Mark Murray Stirling University with a bonus point cleverly combined enabling the young victory when the two sides meet next winger to continue on his recent scoring Saturday at Airthrey Castle in the final streak when he powered over out wide. game of the season. Alloa now had their sights set firmly on a bonus point fourth try and shortly before the break Alan Keir intercepted a loose Blairgowrie pass and cleverly kicked ahead over an advancing defence and there was no stopping the pacey Full Back when he gathered the bouncing ball and ran in unopposed from 20 metres out. However, immediately from the restart, Blairgowrie pegged back one of these scores when their Centre scored a long distance try, setting off from deep in his half and finishing under the posts following some poor tackling. Alloa should have been home and dry with a 26-7 DIV 1 - RESULTS DIV 1 - FIXTURES Sat 17th March 2012 Saturday, 24 March 2012 half time lead, but they were guilty of taking their foot off Orkney : Gordonians Strathmore 21 : 50 Aberdeen Uni the gas and gave the visitors Aberdeenshire : Caithness some hope in the second half DIV 2 - FIXTURES DIV 2 RESULTS conceding another try soon Saturday, 24 March 2012 after the restart, albeit from a Sat 17th March 2012 suspiciously looking forward Alloa 29 : 18 Blairgowrie RFC St. Andrews Uni : Kinross pass. Two further penalties St. Andrews Uni 26 : 12 Grangemouth Grangemouth : Carnoustie HSFP from the visitors had the Stirling Uni : Alloa Harris Acad FP 29 : 20 Madras
RBS CALEDONIA REGIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 1 Team ABERDEENSHIRE HILLFOOTS RFC ORKNEY MACKIE ACADEMY FP HIGHLAND RFC STRATHMORE RFC CAITHNESS RFC GORDONIANS RFC ABERDEEN UNIVERSITY RFC GLENROTHES
P 17 17 15 17 17 17 17 16 17 16
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0 1 0 0 0 3 2 1 1 2
3 3 6 8 8 8 8 11 12 11
F:A 436:189 381:231 332:315 337:359 301:308 260:318 273:288 305:386 371:426 238:414
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247 12 68 150 7 61 17 8 44 -22 7 43 -7 5 37 -58 4 34 -15 3 31 -81 9 23 -55 9 22 -176 6 22
RBS CALEDONIA REGIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 2 MIDLANDS Team ST ANDREWS UNIVERSITY GRANGEMOUTH STAGS RFC HARRIS ACADEMY FPRFC MADRAS RUGBY STIRLING UNIVERSITY RFC ALLOA KINROSS FIFE SOUTHERN BLAIRGOWRIE RFC CARNOUSTIE HSFP
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P 17 17 18 18 17 17 16 17 17 16
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16 16 12 12 7 6 4 4 4 3
0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0
1 1 5 6 10 10 12 13 13 13
F:A 640:196 611:120 393:353 461:387 342:382 225:283 188:453 146:384 196:385 173:432
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444 14 78 491 11 75 40 9 59 74 11 55 -40 8 36 -58 5 31 -265 5 21 -238 4 20 -189 3 19 -259 4 16
CLACKMANNAN BOWLING CLUB
he skips meeting will be on Thursday the 22nd of march in the clubhouse at 7.30pm. Opening day will be on Saturday the 7th of April. Thanks to all the volunteers for there help around the clubhouse over the last two weeks we are nearly up to date just some small jobs left for willing helpers.
Clackmannanshire Bowling Form is looking for help with juniors from Clackmannan school the information is on the club board we are talking about one hour per week on a Wednesday afternoon. Bowls Scotland will pay for disclosure so get the kids interested to help the future of your club. Please support your club.
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Penicuik Athletic 1 Sauchie Juniors 0 By Mark Wallace
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auchie Juniors travelled to Penicuik in the search of further league points for their promotion ambitions. Manager Duncan knew that Penicuik would prove to be a hard test regardless of their shock defeat last week at the hands of Downfield. Sauchie had already beaten Penicuik one - nil earlier in the season, with Penicuik Athletic feeling, on that day, that they deserved a draw. Sauchie Juniors made two changes from the team that beat Oakley two - one last Saturday. Ally Burns and Brian Morgan returned for Darren Cummings and Adam Bonnar. On a perfect day for football, Sauchie made their intentions clear from the start, when in the first minute, Ally Burns got into the box and as he was about to release his shot, Meikle from Penicuik cleared the ball from Burn’s foot. Sauchie followed this up with some great play from Purdie and Comrie. Gary Carroll whipped in a great cross, which went unmet. Penicuik Athletic’s first chance came when a ball was played through the middle to Roxburgh, with Tully getting a touch on the ball, which Halliwell was able to clear. On the fourteenth minute, Penicuik were to take the lead. Keith Barr crossed the ball into the Sauchie box, which was handled by Steven Hutchison, with referee James Campbell pointing to the spot. Barr stepped up to blast the ball over the diving Halliwell.
Sauchie hit back with Gary Carroll hitting over the bar from twenty yards. Sauchie followed this up with some creative interplay, however with no cutting edge to their final play. Penicuik also had their chances with O’Reilly having his shot blocked by Halliwell and five minutes later Halliwell saving from Knight’s attempt. The game continued to be played at a high tempo with further attempts on the Penicuik goals from Bell, Morgan and Burns. The first half ended with Peniciuk leading one - nil, however the large travelling Sauchie support were not down hearted at this point, due to the efforts and determination shown from each player. The second half continued to be played at the same high tempo, with credit to all the players on each side. For long periods, Sauchie dominated the play, however met a resistant and strong Penicuik defence. Bell had an early shot that Bald in the Penicuik goals saved, then after some good inter play between Burns and Bell, left back McDermott was able to clear the resulting shot. Morgan met a Hutchison corner with his attempt going wide. As the second half progressed, Penicuik enjoyed their own period of pocession, with their midfield players starting to win a lot more challenges in this area. Fraser Duncan made three chances, as his team looked to get the
equaliser. Cummings, Ashe and Bonnar replaced Bell, Morgan and Burns respectively. On the seventy five minute, Daniel Ashe linked up with Alan Comrie and Darren Cummings, with their creative play resulting in Cumming hitting his shot just over the bar. Cummings was later frustrated after his free kick failed to hit the target. Halliwell was also called into action when he was forced to make two saves from Knight and O’Reilly. Sauchie made very good use of the open spaces on each of the wings, with Ashe, Carroll and Cummings attacking these areas with the back up of Prudie and Comrie. However it was to be one of those days, as Penicuik defended very well, not allowing Sauchie any clear chances and keeping them limited to shots from outside the box. The match was to end with the penalty the deciding factor and the final whistle brought much relief and cheers from the home support. Sauchie can consider themselves very unfortunate not have left Penicuik Park with at least one point, however their effort and commitment throughout the game could not be questioned. The spirit in the squad appears to be as strong as ever. This was Sauchie’s second league defeat of the season, however it still leaves them top of the table on goal difference, but on the same points as Peniciuk and Glenrothes. Sauchie now travel to meet Super League team, Hill O’ Beath in the East of Scotland Cup. As in previous encounters with Super league teams, Sauchie have got nothing to fear, having a great record over the recent seasons. The match is a 2.30 ko and as usual there will a large travelling support from Sauchie.
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Teams Penicuik -- Bald, Cunnison, McDermott, Meikle, Reid, McPartlin, Brigain, Barr, Roxburgh, O’Reilly, Knight. Subs : Smith, Gay, Thomson, Riley, Daper, Killin, Haldane Sauchie -- Halliwell, Hutchsion, Tully, King, Feaks, Purdie, Morgan, Comrie, Bell, Burns, Carroll. Subs : Dolan, MacKison, Bonnar, Cummings, Ashe, Donaldson Referee: James Campbell
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Managers Comments
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n Saturday, it was a top of the table clash against a very strong and organised Penicuik side. We knew this was going to be our toughest game so far in the league this season and it proved to be as we lost the game by one goal to nil but in my opinion, this was not the full story of the game. We dominated the game from early doors until the finish and created at least six or seven good chances but football is a funny old game. We were very lucky against Penicuik at the start of the season at Beechwood Park, in a game they dominated which we stole from their grasp. I think this time lady luck was paying us back for that game, as I feel Penicuik stole the three points from us on Saturday. Overall it was probably a fair reflection for each side to get 3 points. Our players worked very hard on Saturday and I could only praise them for some of the cracking football we played, although we squandered a few chances that we need to start converting. Luck does play a major part in this and I think on Saturday we just had none. Penicuik were given a penalty in the first half and a few of our players moaned about the decision, believing that the ball had hit off our player’s back, but I never had a good view so it would be unfair to the referee if I commented on it. The referee did have a few other big decisions, which we did feel we deserved at least one if not two penalties, but like I always say, they do a difficult job. Credit must go to our players for Saturday, as Penicuik proved a real hard place to go. Our last two fixtures have been difficult away games and Davy, Simi and I agreed that two
draws and two points from these two would have suited us. Overall, we have managed to achieve one win and an undeserved defeat so we are still in a good position for the promotion chase and we will treat every game as a cup final to try achieve as good a position as we possibly can. This week sees us travel to Super League leaders Hill of Beath in the East of Scotland Cup. On Saturday, they beat Linlithgow Rose two - nil, convincingly, in the League so we know it’s going to be a huge task. It is a cup game and the league remains our most important goal, however we would like to advance as far in each cup competitions as we can. As normal all the players will work hard this week in preparation for another difficult match. We have a couple of injury worries and hopefully these players can recover this week. Thanks again to the travelling support from Sauchie and it’s a real boost to the players to have so many loyal travelling fans who are a credit to the club. Fraser duncan
Junior Football League Home Away TEAM P W D L F A Sauchie Juniors 12 5 0 0 11 4 Penicuik Athletic 15 6 0 2 18 8 Glenrothes 16 4 3 1 17 13 Oakley United 14 3 2 2 18 11 Broxburn Athletic 16 4 2 2 18 11 Tayport 16 2 4 2 7 5 Ballingry Rovers 16 3 3 2 17 14 Newtongrange Star 1 7 3 2 3 14 8 Downfield 16 3 1 4 13 20 Broughty Athletic 17 0 3 6 9 22 Armadale Thistle 15 2 4 2 11 9 Arniston Rangers 14 1 1 5 4 14
W D L F A 3 2 2 12 9 2 2 3 9 10 3 2 3 15 17 4 2 1 16 9 3 2 3 9 13 4 2 2 11 6 3 2 3 9 15 2 3 4 21 19 2 2 4 13 14 4 1 3 9 15 0 3 4 7 13 1 2 4 8 17
GD Pts 10 26 9 26 2 26 14 25 3 25 7 24 -3 23 8 20 -8 18 -19 16 -4 13 -19 9
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MANAGERS COMMENTS ... Jim McInally – Peterhead
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When Alloa have games like today, when they don’t play particularly well, but manage to grind out a win that shows their strength. “They never had anyone breaking over the halfway line in the final 20 minutes and they were determined to win and that will win them the title his year. “We can learn from Alloa in terms of turning our bad days into wins and if we can do that we will be a better team next year.
Alloa Manager: Paul Hartley
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he gaffer had nothing but praise for his side after collecting another vital three points in the title run in. He said; “We know we can play a lot better but it’s all about getting the 3 points, they are a great bunch of guys, they give me everything and that’s all I can ask. “They dug deep again to grind out a result at a venue we have struggled in the past. “At half-time I said to the players if we need to win the game 1-0 just do it, we have had to see out games at 1-0 already this season and we did it again today. “I’m proud of my players, they have been absolutely wonderful – twenty nine games and only four defeats, I can’t ask any more from them they give me everything each week and as a manager it is so pleasing on the eye. “Our record this season is testament to the players and coaching staff, everybody is in it together here – it is not just about the players and myself but my assistant, fitness coach, physio, kit men – but there is still a long way to go, its hard work, it is game by game we will certainly not get carried away with ourselves that is for sure “It is now one game at a time, and we collected 3 good points to keep us out in front. “We now move on to a home game against Queens Park which will be another tough test for us.”
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IRN BRU DIV 3 - RESULTS SATURDAY 17TH MARCH Berwick 1 D. Greenhill 57’ Clyde 1 J. Pollock 26’ East Stirling 2 K. Turner 7’ A. Stirling 58’
Queens Park 4 J. Brough 54’ M. McBride 61’ J. Forster (og) 64’ M.Daly 79’ Annan Athletic 1 D. Winters 70’ Elgin 2 D. Niven 41’ A.MacPhee (pen) 84’
Peterhead 0 Alloa S. May 20’ Stranraer 3 Montrose M. Moore 58’ M. Boyle 45’ C. Malcolm 65’ C. Malcolm 90+2’
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IRN BRU DIV 3 - Fixtures: TUESDAY 20TH MAR 2012 Queens Park v Clyde SATURDAY 24TH MAR 2012 Alloa v Queens Park Annan Athletic v Montrose Clyde v Elgin Peterhead v Berwick Stranraer v East Stirling
Irn Bru Division 3: League Table Alloa Stranraer Queen’s Park Elgin Annan Athletic Peterhead Berwick Clyde Montrose East Stirling
Pld W 29 10 29 9 28 7 30 10 30 8 29 5 29 3 28 4 29 4 29 4
D 3 2 4 3 4 4 4 4 3 4
L 1 4 2 2 4 5 7 7 7 7
W 9 6 8 3 4 5 5 2 3 1
D 3 5 2 5 4 1 6 5 2 2
L GD Pts 3 24 63 3 30 52 5 25 51 7 16 47 6 18 44 9 19 35 4 27 34 6 9 27 10 20 26 11 11 21
weecounty sport Sauchie fail to win at Penicuik
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Three more points for Wasps
By Sports Reporter
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lloa headed north looking to win at Peterhead for the first time since 2007, whilst at the same time continue their push for promotion into the Irn Bru Scottish Second Division. With the home side still looking to reach the play off places after a disappointing season so far, particularly as they started the season as favourites for the championship. Both sides had early chances, Alloa through Robbie Winters and
Peterhead through Rory Mcallister but it was the Wasps who took the lead in the 20th minute. May connected with teammate Winters to put the visitors in front. It was good run from Robbie Winters and his pinpoint cross was rammed home from 10 yards by on loan hitman Steve May. May has been on fire since he arrived at Recreation Park as an emergency loan signing, and it was the strikers 11th goal in 10 games for the Wasps. Alloa had to defend well at times and fine play by Mcallister set up
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Peterhead 0 Alloa 1
winger Brian Deasley but from 8 yards shot straight at Bain in the Alloa goal. With Bain in a run of good form, the home side needed to do better if they were to draw level. Right on the half time whistle the visitors could have extended their lead when Ryan McCords 20 yard shot clipped the post with Jarvie well beaten in goal. Peterhead had the leaders camped inside their own half after the interval but they struggled to break down a hard working Alloa defence. The home sides best chance came through set pieces with both
Calum McDonald and Jamie Redman coming close for the blue toon, testing the Alloa defence. Both May and Winters had good efforts on the Peterhead goal but found Jarvie in fine form. Peterhead had plenty of the ball during the second half but could not find the net, much to the relief of the travelling band of Wasps fans. Whilst perhaps not their most entertaining win of the season, it is still a win for the Wasps who remain 11 points clear at the top of the division – with games running out for the chasing pack!
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