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SECURITY BREACH BY BANK STAFF OR WAS IT JUST THE CLEANERS?

ecurity at an Alloa bank has come under question this week as it appeared that the staff had gone home and left the window open. The ‘blunder’ was spotted at the Alloa branch of Lloyds TSB around 7:30pm in the evening. One witness said; “I could not believe what I saw, I was walking down the lane off Drysdale Street from the car park at the rear when I noticed the light on in the bank. “As it was around half past seven, I was drawn to the light left on in the bank as I found it unusual. I then noticed that the window was open too! “I went about my business, and whilst I was returning to my car some time later, the window was

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still open and the light was still on. “There appeared to be no other activity in the bank as it looked to be in complete darkness.” The window that was open was in the back office of the branch that had no additional security features such as bars or grates on it (as seen in the picture). The ‘blunder’ is being played down by the bank, advising that

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cleaners where in the branch at the time. Despite it being in the evening, we can appreciate that the cleaners must have been working exceptionally hard, and that the air conditioning was switched off, meaning they would need to open a window in the back office to ventilate the branch. Lloyds released the following statement.

“We can confirm that at the time in question the window was open while the cleaners were in preparing the branch. “We have strict security procedures in place for all our properties which are followed rigorously.” They went on to confirm what those included; checking paperwork is securely away, checking that safes are locked, no one is left or

hiding in the building, check ATMs and that the building has not been tampered with, check to see that no one is loitering about outside and to ensure that doors and windows closed and locked. The window in question now has a sign attached to it within the office space. We can only assume that it is reminding the ‘cleaners’ not to open the window.

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weecounty LETTERS Dear weecounty, Your column on phone scams 15th May. One woman was conned of a 3 figure sum was that £100 or £999? (Not much difference) and another of a same figure. While we must feel for these people it is worth remembering Dear weecounty, With so many weddings of convenience and arranged marriages happening in Councils across Scotland, it was heartwarming at the first Council meeting on Thursday to witness the true meeting of hearts and minds between the SNP Councillors and Independent Councillor Archie Drummond

warnings and exposures on T.V + press of the scam who perpetrate this. A few years ago my wife & I received a call from one claiming to buy+ sell timeshares + an offer of £4,500 had been offered for our own flat in Portugal. I told the caller we

had no such place + he was scamming at this point he became rather irate+ answered me it was “straight up”. For “only £280” his would be transacted, legal in every way knowing this was a con. I decided to kick + asked for more details + within a week photo-

graphs of the flat & of the couple interesting to buy arrived. Next day a call from the scammers demanding the transaction fee, but I assured him I would not be paying £280 but £500 should this be secured, but “this was not acceptable, not being company policy”

as they carved up Clackmannanshire Council to their mutual satisfaction. One wonders why they were so coy in declaring their affection for one another before the event, after all what cements a relationship more than mutual benefits. The SNP gets control of the Council and a like-minded bedfellow and Councillor

Drummond gets the gift of chairing two committees. As they set up house together spare a thought for the jilted voters in the Hillfoots who thought they were voting for a politically independent voice and mind. Yours, tongue firmly in cheek.

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I read the ‘Tilli residents live in fear’ story and I am interested in what action the councillors and Central Scotland Police are taking on the matter. I live close to the area and know people that actually live in the flats. Many have expressed their desire for a type of solution to the anti-social behaviour. Steven, Tillicoultry Dear weecounty, I have attended a class in woodwork offered by the WeeCounty Crafters and found it very exciting. I would recommend other people pay more attention to the ‘What’s in your weecounty’ Andrew, Alva

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Campaign to recruit foster carers underway

campaign got underway this week in Clackmannanshire to try and alleviate the desperate shortage of foster carers. The campaign is part of Foster Care Fortnight in Scotland, which runs from 14th May to 28th May. To help raise awareness, a fostering recruitment stand will be in the foyer at Morrisons Supermarket, Clackmannan Road, Alloa on Friday 25th May form 10am-5pm. The stand will be manned throughout the day by the council’s fostering and adoption team, as well as current carers, who will be on hand

to answer any questions and explain everything required before the first step is taken to become a foster carer. Flyers will be handed out as well as full information packs, including registration of interest forms. Local bus shelters will also be displaying adverts as part of the recruitment drive, encouraging people in Clackmannanshire to become foster carers. How can a child be expected to cope, especially if they lost all contact with their family and friends and having to start a new school and join new clubs and take up new activities.

You could help prevent all that, and allow the child to stay nearby, and as much as possible, maintain the same routines. That is what Clackmannanshire Council wants for the children in its care, and keep them close to home in safe placements. During the process to be-

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come approved carers all the various checks are carried out and the relevant training given. Head of Social Services, Deirdre Cilliers, said: “We desperately need more local foster carers and help offer a child a secure home during a difficult time in their lives. The recruitment drive is vital as we need around 10 new

carers. “Council foster carers can be single, in a relationship or married. Whether you have children of your own or not isn’t important: that you have room in your home and patience and understanding is crucial.” Social workers work closely with foster carers, offering training and advice.

Foster carers also receive an allowance for each child fostered. If you have the care and attention to give to vulnerable children and would like to find out more call 01259 450000, e-mail childcare@ clacks.gov.uk or look at ClacksWeb for more information. You could make all the difference to a child’s future.

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Independent was predictable

Labour leader, Bobby McGill: “

As predicted, the “Independent” Councillor Archie Drummond, chose to elect an SNP Administration via the Provost’s vote. He then voted with them another eight times, giving them Leader and all other key positions within Clackmannanshire Council. “Councillor Drummond had said he wanted to be the independent voice on the council - but when he had the opportunity to demonstrate this he revealed his true colours. The fact that Archie is now the Convener of the Regulatory Committee and the proud holder of the Scrutiny Portfolio speaks volumes. “When challenged earlier in the year about the matter of Scrutiny, Councillor Gary Womersley in front of a full council meeting stated quite clearly that Scrutiny would be given to the main opposition party (as best practice dictates) after the election. I am disappointed that in his acceptance speech just minutes after assuming his role as the Leader of the Administration, he broke his word on this. “Gary then went on to say that he wanted to be “inclusive” and work with all councillors, yet he allocated no committees or convener-ships to the 8-member Labour Group. How inclusive is that?

Gordon Banks joins TV Doctor Dr Chris Steele in support of better diagnosis of coeliac disease

“This is most definitely a taste of things to come, an SNP dictatorship - with Archie Drummond - the “Independence” candidate - there when they need him. What a let down for all those who voted in good faith for the man.”

ordon Banks MP for Ochil and South Perthshire joined celebrity TV GP, Dr Chris Steele MBE, the resident doctor on ITV’s This Morning, at a reception in Parliament to support Coeliac UK’s campaign to improve the diagnosis and awareness of coeliac disease and the need to improve the availability of gluten-free food. Coeliac disease affects 1 in 100 people in the UK and is a serious autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system reacts to gluten found in wheat, barely and rye, making the body attack itself. If left undiagnosed, the disease can lead to infertility, multiple miscarriages, osteoporosis and bowel cancer. Recent research has shown that patients have had to wait on average 13 years from first onset of symptoms to diagnosis and that only 10 – 15 percent of those affected have been diagnosed, leaving over 500,000 people in the UK currently undiagnosed and at risk. Dr Chris Steele MBE, who has recently been diagnosed with coeliac disease himself, is the Health Ambassador for Coeliac UK. The reception, which was attended by MPs, Peers and supporters of the charity was held as part of Coeliac UK’s Awareness Week, The Glutenfree Challenge. The aim of the campaign is to promote understanding about coeliac disease and the

need for increased glutenfree provision across the hospitality industry and asks the nation to try something gluten-free during the week. Gordon Banks MP said: “I am supporting Coeliac UK, the national charity for people with coeliac disease and their campaign to improve the awareness and diagnosis of the condition and the increased provision of gluten-free food. For many of those diagnosed, eating out is a continuous challenge which affects their lives every day. This campaign aims to make eating out possible for all people with coeliac disease, to significantly improve their quality of life and create understanding of

their condition.” Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye, which is found in bread, pasta, pizza, cakes and beer etc. However, it is also often used in a wide range of products including mayonnaise, soy sauce, sauces, sausages and many processed goods. Sarah Sleet, Chief Executive of Coeliac UK said: “Many people may have struggled for years to get diagnosed with coeliac disease and are then faced with a complete change in diet and lifestyle. For them it is not a matter of choice or a faddy diet, it is the only treatment for their condition and is essential for the rest of their life.”

PRAISE FOR SOCIAL WORK OVER INTERNET SAFETY AWARENESS C

hild Care social workers have been praised for a successful event aimed at raising awareness of internet safety. Esafety partnership were invited by UKCIS (UK child Internet safety) and the Scottish Government to host a stand with interactive vehicles at the recent Esafety Live event. They joined up with around 200 delegates from various organisations, including education and health. There was a huge amount of Interest in the partnership’s work

and facilities at the event which has lead to invitations to attend in several other areas out with Forth Valley. Head of Social Services, Deirdre Cilliers, said: “Official feedback is still awaited, however the Esafety partnership were personally thanked by the organisers. “Feedback on the day from delegates was very positive. Our internet Champions are also now in place with Youth Services at the Safe Base in Stirling.” The partnership will be work-

ing across Forth Valley in the summer with the youth services and will have the vehicles at the following events and locations: Armed Forces Day at Kings Park Stirling, on Saturday 23rd June; .Clacks Youth Services annual event, “the Big Buzz”, at West End Park, Alloa on Saturday 30th June; Childrens’ Festival, Zetland Park, Grangemouth on Sunday 22nd July; .Callander Highland Games on Sunday 29th July; and Denny Highland Games on Saturday 15th September.

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New Provost - Tina Murphy

t is great honour to be elected as a councillor for your ward and a privilege to be the Civic Head of the council as the Provost of Clackmannanshire. Can I firstly thank everyone who took the time to come out and vote and also to all who used the postal vote system that returned me as a councillor for Ward!. I am also indebted to my family and friends who helped with the campaign and also who spent time at the polling stations on the day of the election itself. We, as in all councillors, will all have a hard five years ahead. The world economy

is in turmoil with the threat of countries going bankrupt. We, in GB are in a “double dip” recession and the euro in crisis” continues to cause problems worldwide and we will not escape the fallout from it. We are charged with raising the profile of Clackmannanshire, bringing jobs business and stability to help those who’s life is blighted by years of living on benefits or low income. This is no easy talk but we will have to work towards the goal of reducing unemployment, especially youth unemployment and increasing our housing stock.

Linking the two will go some way to resolving these issues. In my role as the Civic Head of Clackmannanshire i pledge to take every opportunity to engage with others to promote our council area and the people of Clackmannanshire, they are ones of our best assets. We live in an area of natural beauty and have much to be proud of. We also have excellent road and rail links that will be attractive to business and visitors alike. I spent Sunday with a fantastic bunch of people at the Fourth Region Scouts Activity day at Barrwood near Denny. Nearly three thousand folk having the

Council Leader - Gary Womersley

would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who have, over the piece, played a role in all of the events which ultimately cumulated in the vote before Council last week, which saw an SNP Administration returned at Clackmannanshire Council. I can certainly say that I am genuinely humbled by my re-appointment as Council Leader – which I am advised that is a first for any SNP Group Leader to be re-appointed from one term to another – and for that I am genuinely appreciative. As stated by myself at the Election Count at Alloa Town Hall, the SNP stood on a positive, proactive agenda and I am particularly glad that an SNP-led Administration will be able to maintain the momentum created since our taking control of the Council in the New Year. Obviously, as intensively as myself and the whole SNP Group worked on a whole range of key initiatives - stretching from seeking to bring much-needed good stewardship to the Council’s finances, re-investing in Council staff and improving morale, to saving the public toilets in Alloa – we were all keen to do so much more than the time from January to this month’s election allowed. Now that we have been returned with one more Councillor compared to the previous election and, perhaps more significantly, with over 25% more votes than the main opposition party, this is a much welcome endorsement of those changes we sought to initiate. Yes, as I am all too aware, there will be challenging times ahead, but I am convinced that it is well within the capability of this SNPLed Administration, working with all Councillors to seek to achieve the very, very best possible outcomes for the whole of Clackmannanshire. In that regard, I am of the view that irrespective of party loyalties or whatever banner Councillors stood on at the elections, hopefully we can all as Councillors use that collective motivation to achieve what is best for Clackmannanshire, as we face those challenges. If we are to remember that the similarities that unite us far exceed the differences between us, I am confident that the common goal of seeking the best for Clackmannanshire can be best achieved. Whilst I am therefore happy that, whereas I spoke of my own appreciation and humility at being re-appointed as Council Leader, such

time of their lives and I did not want to leave. I did meet Bear Grylls too! It is these young people and their future we have to work for. I have some ideas that I would like to implement as Provost and i will talk these through with the group and officers- so watch this space as they say. For those who did not vote for either me as Provost or the SNP can I reassure you that i will work tirelessly for everyone in Clackmannanshire and use my role to promote our council area to whoever i meet or wherever I go through out my term of office.

New Council Administration Announced

lackmannanshire Council agreed its new administration at a meeting today. Councillor Tina Murphy was appointed Provost. Provost Murphy said: “It is a great honour to be re-elected as the civic head of Clackmannanshire Council and I look forward to the next five years. We will be firmly focussed on the work ahead of us.” The SNP took control of the council by way of a minority administration Councillor Gary Womersley was appointed Leader of the Council, with Councillor Craig Holden as Depute Leader. Councillor Womersley said: “I would like to

thank everyone who has voted for me, the first time that the SNP have ever had a Council Leader re-elected to the position. As a minority administration we want to work with all people around the table. “ It is a huge endorsement for our administration since taking over in January. We had one more councillor elected than we had before and we can now begin the work of carrying through the promises on our manifesto and to work for the people of Clackmannanshire.” Councillor Irene Hamilton and Councillor Donald Balsillie were each elected as Depute Provosts of the Council.

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new all weather woodland path and running track costing £11,000 was officially opened on Saturday as part of Tillicoultry Primary School’s Open Day. Organised by the Parent Council, the event on Saturday, 19th May, included wildflower planting and a litter pick. The event took place between 10am and 12 noon. With the help of the Country-

side Rangers and supervision by parent volunteers pupils were also able to experience burn dipping and water beasties, fire lighting and marshmallow toasting. Other outdoor activities taking place included shelter building. Refreshments and home baking were also available. The highlight of the Open Day was the opening of the school’s woodland path and running track. Staff and pupils in the school have planned the running track over the last few years and have worked together to decide on the route and how it could also be used as a excellent community facility. Head of Education, Belinda Greer, said: “The Parent Council have supported the school with fund raising activities and applications for grant funding. Staff and pupils at Tillicoultry Primary School are very proud of the effort

shown by all involved in fund raising to create the path, and have been delighted with the terrific support shown by the local community.” The school, awarded £4,000 by the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Environment Trust, are also working in partnership with Grounds for Learning as part of a partnership with Clackmannanshire Council’s programme to improve school grounds. They were awarded £3,000 through the programme. The school also organised a sponsored run around the route the path which raised a

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other times.” “By involving pupils, parents and the wider community in improving and looking after the grounds we are offering opportunities to develop citizenship, responsibility and teamwork while developing a sense of participation and pride in our school. On going improvements to the school grounds will have a significant impact on future teaching and learning. Patricia added: “Encouraging pupils to re-connect with their natural environment, the path will provide a fun resource which will allow pupils more ready ac-

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further £2,453. The school’s Health and Wellbeing committee raised £350 and a donation of £1,000 from the Parent Council, boosted the funds to finally allow this super facility to be completed. The track winds its way through the wooded area in the grounds of Tillicoultry Primary School, before encircling the playing fields, providing a level pathway which is dry underfoot no mattert the weather conditions. Head Teacher at Tillicoultry Primary School, Patricia Paterson, said: “Although parts of the path encounter a gentle slope, pupils of the Health and Wellbeing committee designed it to be buggy, wheelchair, runner and walker friendly and they have been very pleased to hear that it is popular not only with pupils during school hours, but also with the local community at

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lackmannanshire Council, working with partners to deliver a faster and more consistent broadband service to residents and businesses across Clackmannanshire, have carried out a survey involving both businesses and the community. As part of this work, the Council is working alongside Stirling Council and other partners, including Forth Valley and Lomond Leader, to deliver a pilot project called ClacksMax. Clackmannanshire and Stirling Councils conducted an online survey with businesses between August 2011 and February 2012 to gather evidence on the following: • Broadband download and upload speeds by geography; • Information on how broadband is used by businesses; and • Information on any current issues with broadband service provision. The evidence gathered will be used by the Councils to support funding applications to

improve the existing broadband infrastructure across the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Council areas. The download speeds and post-code information collected by the survey will also be used to map broadband speeds across the area. The survey was publicised widely by the Councils and the local and community press. A total of 248 businesses completed the survey after networking with staff from the local authorities, with replies from businesses based in: • Stirling Council area – 75.8% • Clackmannanshire Council area – 23.4% A total of 916 returns were received to the communities broadband survey, with replies from residents based in: • Stirling Council area – 62.3% • Clackmannanshire Council area – 37.2% Nearly all respondents (99%) had upload speeds of 2 MB or less. The project is aimed at providing a new wireless broadband service in parts of Clackmannanshire and rural Stirling.

Initially focused on Alloa West, Tillicoultry, Bandeath and Touch Business Parks and nearby villages of Throsk, Cambusbarron and South Alloa, this pilot service will be in place by the end of the year. Research has shown that businesses that adopt broadband-based processes can improve their employees’ labour productivity on average by 5% in the manufacturing centre and by 10% in the service sector. The Scottish Government has targets to deliver broadband speeds of at least 2Mbit/s to all homes and businesses by 2015 and 24Mbit/s to 90%, also by 2015. The Government will soon make a limited amount of funding available to help achieve this ambition. Clackmannanshire Council, in partnership with Stirling Council, hopes to make a further successful bid for funding to help ensure that high speed broadband is available to people in all parts of both Council areas.

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Tuesday 22.5.12

Council support modern apprentices C

lackmannanshire Council showed their full support for Scottish Apprenticeship Week and demonstrating the value that Modern Apprentices bring to their businesses. The Council joined hundreds of people across Scotland as events began, which will be held from Monday 21st May to Friday 25th May. Clackmannanshire Council currently offer Modern Apprenticeships in Children’s Care, Learning and Development, Business and Administration and Craft Apprenticeships. Council Leader Gary Womersley confirmed this week: “Any Modern Apprentices in Business Support who aren’t able to find a job at the end of their apprenticeships, will be retained for a further four months from June.” The Council are currently

recruiting for four Modern Apprentices in Business and Administration. Anyone interested should contact Audrey Munro on 01259 225187. The financial support for the Modern Apprenticeship scheme is open to businesses of all sizes in all industry sectors. There are over 80 different occupations which have apprenticeship frameworks. A recent survey showed nine of 10 apprentices in Scotland value the quality of their training More than 12,000 businesses employ 34,000 Modern Apprentices in a wide range of sectors, making a valuable contribution to Scotland’s economy. Councillor Womersley added: “Benefits of being a Modern Apprentice include gaining valuable experience to develop their skills in the workplace and

Council Leader Gary Womersley and Provost Tina Murphy celebrated the start of Scottish Modern Apprentices Week by welcoming the council’s Modern Apprentices to the council headquarters at Greenfield House. They are: (left to right): Daniel Black, Laura Black, Ross McLauchlan, Lauren McQueenie and Mark Paterson. practical experience to include in their CV’s. “It is vital that this Council seeks to maximise every opportunity for apprenticeships and I will seek to ensure this is one of many initiatives that the Council supports and implements over the piece.” The apprentices pictured work in the following departments at the council; Daniel Black, Facilities Manage-

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nner Wheel have given their latest donation to Women’s Aid Clackmannanshire. The Inner Wheel have supported among

others, Women’s Aid Clackmannanshire, usually with store cupboard goods at their Inner Wheel Day in January. As the Club is disbanding in June they are now

distributing the remaining funds from our charities account. When approached, Women’s Aid had asked for towels to be used at their refuge centre.

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Services at Ludgate House; and Mark Paterson, Social Work at Lime Tree House. Events like business breakfasts, networking events,

skills demonstrations and apprentice and management job swaps are just some of things planned for Scottish Apprenticeship Week.

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Services to Communities Kilncraigs Greenside Street Alloa FK10 1EB Tel: 01259 450 000 Fax: 01259 727 452 development_services@clacks.gov.uk

he Olympic Flame will be carried through Alloa by Torchbearers on the morning of Wednesday 13th June as part of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay. Plans are progressing well for viewing areas along the route and the council are confident that there will be great support from local people. Road closures will be necessary between 8.00am and 10.00am to allow this historic event to take place and the council are asking residents to pay attention to these closures particularly as they will be in the early morning, a peak time for deliveries and commuters. The Town Centre BID’s plans for a Olympic

Torch themed treasure hunt competition in the run up to 13th June is designed to help raise awareness and excitement about this event. Michael Reilly, Clackmannanshire Council’s Partnership and Community Support Officer will be visiting as many premises along the route as possible over the next week or so and is looking forward to meeting the businesses and discussing any concerns or questions about the event and the effect it may have on their business. Michael said; “I hope that we can work together to ensure this event is a memorable day, and that the local business community takes this opportunity to join in Alloa’s ‘moment to shine’.”

Alva Academy English Teachers get set to run in memory of their colleague By Ashleigh Elliott

group of Alva Academy English teachers have got together to walk, jog and run the race for life event in memory of a teacher who sadly died in their department and for a teacher who was given the all clear from cancer. Betty Campbell was the teacher who sadly passed away on 9th January 2012 and with Catherine Wylie being diagnosed with cancer and recently having been given the all clear, this is why Rona Grant came up with the idea. The department had been through 2 big issues and the English teachers thought this would be helpful because of what had happened. So far, the teachers have raised £865 which was done by putting it on Facebook and getting the other teachers to sponsor. They will be wearing silly things on the day, one of the teachers is going as Elvis. After the race Catherine Wylie has invited the teachers who are doing the race back to her house to have a glass of bubbly. Betty Campbell wrote a poem called ‘TWA Gallus Lassies’ this is why the group have decided to name themselves the Gallus Lassies. As Rona Grant said; “Betty Campbell would be the one who would organise and take part in such a well known charity.”

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Tuesday 22.5.12

ASCEnt unemployed show community spirit C

lackmannanshire Council’s Community Wardens team gave their full support and backing to a group of unemployed who carried out two environmental projects in two locations in the county. A group of 10 participants did a terrific job, to help maintain the Community garden at Hawkhill Community Centre, as well as doing a litter pick and clean up of the Devonway from Sauchie to Tillicoultry. The work, carried

out over three days, was organised by ASCEnt to Employment, a social enterprise based in Stirling with charitable objectives that provides employability services and training. The council’s Community Warden’s team, in conjunction with the Stirling based social enterprise group, helped in the planning and supervision of the project. Head of Community and Regulatory Services, John

Gillespie, said: “A running theme during the overall 10 week programme is the importance of communities, encouraging participants to be more socially aware and to take pride in the areas they live in.” The community project consisted of two elements, beginning with a clean up of Hawkhill Community Centre’s garden, where the learners spent two days digging up the turf and weeds in order for new turf or bark and new plants. This was followed on the final day with a litter pick along the Devon Way, from Sauchie to Tillicoultry. Ally Scott, Learning Adviser for ASCEnt Scotland, said: “We actively encourage the participants to engage in the project on every level in order for them to achieve maximum value and to create a sense of ownership. “This also increases employability skills through team building, planning, project management, leadership skills, risk assessments, communication skills, health and safety awareness and motivation.” It is a programme delivered on behalf of the Department of Work and Pensions which gives unemployed people who are 18 years and over the opportunity to build their confidence, their experience and their employability skills to enable them to make positive strides in their career and life choices.

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Tuesday 22.5.12

GREEN FUNDING AWARDED TO PROJECT IN CLACKMANNANSHIRE

local environmental project in Clackmannanshire, which aims to transform the central belt region into a better place for people to live and do business in, has been given a £9,000 cash boost from the Central Scotland Green Network Development Fund. The £9,810 funding was awarded to Clackmannanshire Council to improve the amenity and biodiversity value of the southern end of the Devon Way, with native trees and shrubs planted by local school children to enhance the route. Thirty eight greenspace projects in total across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Fife, Renfrewshire, Ayrshire, Stirling and Clackmannanshire received a share of the £2.2 million funding boost. Minister for the Environment and Climate Change, Stewart Stevenson,

said: “The CSGN project is the biggest greenspace project of its kind in Europe. The area involved is huge with 70 per cent of Scotland’s population potentially being affected. “The long-term plan is to transform the central belt into a more vibrant place with better economic potential for business. “The funding announced today will act as a catalyst in preparing the way to bringing change to life across the central belt. “I am pleased that the projects will directly improve the environment but also give many young unemployed people a chance to improve their employment prospects for the future.” Keith Geddes, Chair for the Central Scotland Green Network Partnership Board, added: “Delivering the CSGN is a long-term initiative and we rely on local environmental projects to help us deliver a greener, stronger, healthier central belt on the ground.

“It is fantastic that the CSGN Development Fund is able to give projects in Clackmannanshire some financial support towards their work which will not only bring environmental benefits, but also have a positive impact on business and employment, health and wellbeing, and community spirit.” The CSGN stretches from Ayrshire, Inverclyde and Dunbartonshire in the west through to Fife and East Lothian in the east. Forestry Commission Scotland and Scottish Natural Heritage are both joint lead partners for the development of the CSGN project, and are responsible for administering the CSGN Development Fund. The fund has been boosted with a £450,000 contribution from the Scottish Government. For more information about the Central Scotland Green Network, please visit www. centralscotlandgreennetwork. org

Pupils hold community fayre for St John’s Primary School

By Conor McQuillian

t John’s Primary School children have put hard work and great efforts into the schools fayre. Earning well over £2012! The children deserve congratulations, as everyone from the primary ones - who contributed handmade miscellaneous items - all the way up to the primary sevens put their heart and soul into the school fayre. The school staff along with the Parent Teachers Association worked tirelessly on the build up to the day, making sure the event was safe and as enjoyable as possible for the pupils and the guests who attended. Many of the pupils, parents also helped keep

the passionate spirit for the school going by volunteering their time to help out on the 12th of May. Katherine Yeomans , Secretary of the PSA , who has two daughters at St John’s said; “We hoped to make the Fayre our biggest fundraiser of the year, aiming to raise £2012+ in 2012. “As the Wee County News goes to print, we don’t have a final figure for the Fayre but when combined with the income from our Big Spring Raffle (which was drawn on the day of the Fayre), we will easily meet our target which is brilliant news!” The overall attendance delighted Head teacher Ian McNicol, he also

commented; “We really value the assistance we get from the PSA. I’d like to take this opportunity through your newspaper [Wee County News] to thank them, the St John’s Primary School Community and the wider local community for all their support.” PSA has a very positive attitude towards school activities, they run and support many activities such as: discos, subsidise school trips, cover the costs of visiting theatre companies and purchase items to enhance pupils’ educational experience. The PSA would like to thank everyone who supported the Fayre in any way.

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Tuesday 22.5.12

Sauchie’s Soup & Sandwiches By Conor McQuillian

ast Thursday, Keith Turner held a soup and sandwiches day in the Sauchie Resource centre. The event was conjured up as an idea to help bring the community closer together, with a whole range of people attending masses. Cllr Graham Watt, who has been a

community activist for the whole of his adult life said; “It was encouraging to see so many people together, the outcome was a great indication to the future of like minded events.” Anne Airnes and Keith Turner each made a batch of homemade soup to distribute amongst the guests as they poured in from the Sauchie Main Street. Around 57 people attended brin-

ing in £114 at £2 a head. Keith said; “It was a great turn out, the amount of support we received suggested it will continue on to be a great success.” Cllr Derek Stewart was another high profiler who attended the event said; “It has been a great success, going strength to strength. I think £2 is great value for such great and fresh sandwiches and soup, also the money is going to a great cause.”

The event was originally held on a Saturday, but due to a lack of interest shown the date has been changed to a Thursday, and since that decision the interest had intensified, the event was organised in order to fundraising for the Sauchie community group.

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Boccia club are right on target T

he Forth Valley Right On Target Boccia Club hit the spot with their inaugural club championships in Alloa. As part of Paralympic Year the club, hosting their first club championships, extended a warm welcome to Boccia players from throughout Scotland. The committee did an excellent job in hosting a well organised event. A total of 32 players from Forth Valley, Dundee, West of Scotland, East of Scotland and Fife travelled to Alloa to compete against each other for medals in BC 2, BC3 and BC4 categories for players with physical disabilities Medals were won in all categories, including junior, youth and adults players with learning dis-

abilities. All five areas who took part in the event won medals. The categories were well contested with very close competition for all medals, in particular the BC4 category with Jamie Docherty and Keiran Steer ‘s game. Ending level on points. The first tie break resulted in a split end, taking their game to a double tie break which saw Jamie just winning by one point. Both players finished joint first in the table but Keiran took the gold medal and Jamie Silver medal on count back. Hannah Craig from Dundee Boccia Club beat East of Scotland player Rhona Smith in the final to take first place, with Rhona as runner-up. Hannah’s

RESULTS Junior Players with a Learning Disability 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place

Name Anderson Correy Patterson Maria Thomson

Club Larbert Afterschool Club Larbert Afterschool Club Larbert Afterschool Club

club colleague Margaret Torrie took third place in the BC3 assisted devices. Rebecca Perry of Dundee Boccia Club and Darren Rooney of Clackmannanshire’s Right on Target Boccia Club both put in consistent performances to take Youth and Adult category medals respectively for player with learning disabilities. Right on Target Club Member and GB Squad Member Jamie Docherty presented medals to winners whilst Jean Duncan, Head Coach and organiser of the event helped Jill Crowe, Club Chairperson to present memorabilia to all competitors. Chairperson Jill Crowe said: “I would like to thank everyone for

making the first club championships a success and look forward to seeing everyone again next year’s event.”

Anyone wishing to try the sport of Boccia in the Forth Valley area can contact The Right On Target Club Coach, Jean Duncan, on

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Youth Players with a Learning Disability Name Club 1st Place Rebecca Perry Dundee Boccia Club 2nd Place Tommy Buller Larbert Afterschool Club 3rd Place Kirstin Law Dundee Boccia Club

Adult Players with a Physical Disability Name Club 1st Place Keiran Steer Fife 2nd Place Jamie Docherty Right On Target Boccia Club 3rd Place Lucy Rutledge West of Scotland

Adult Players with a Learning Disability Name Club 1st Place Darren Rooney Right On Target Boccia Club 2nd Place Neil Carruthers Right On Target Boccia Club 3rd Place Helen Mason Dundee Boccia Club

Adult Players with Physical Disabilities - Assisted Devices Name Club 1st Place Hannah Craig Dundee Boccia Club 2nd Place Rhona Smith East of Scotland 3rd Place Margaret Torrie Dundee Boccia Club

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Focus groups Our current round of focus groups will be completed this week. Pupils have given their

to an apprenticeship event, where several local and national employers will be on hand to give details about upcoming apprenticeship opportunities. The event will begin at 12.30 in the conference room. Pupils currently on study leave in S4 and S5 are particularly welcome. Details of several apprenticeships have recently been shared with pupils via tannoy messages and the pupil hotline. More information about these fantastic opportunities can be had from Ms Charleson our Careers Adviser who is in school on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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What’s on in your weecounty Alloa

Details of Event Grand Charity Bingo Night Date of event Friday 8th June 2012 Venue Patons Club, Alloa Time Eyes Down 7. 30pm Entry Ticket Adults £1 - Includes Free Raffle Children - Free Tickets from Margo tel. 07879 477 921 or Email margomcgregor@fsmail.net Benefiting Charity P F C C (Childrens Charity) (Scottish Charity No. SC033801) Play Alloa: play Alloa has moved premises - you can now find them in their own base within Hawkhill Community Centre, 132 Hillcrest Drive, Alloa, FK10 1SB, telephone number is still 07800859161 and you can still contact them at playalloa@aol.com their website is updated and a regular place for news and developments www.playalloa.co.uk 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. Paton’s and Balwins Recreation and Welfare Trust: sequence dancing section meets on Wednesdays, 7pm to 9.30pm, in the sports pavillion, Tullibody road, Alloa. All are welcome. Wee County Walkers: get to know your area better – have fun and become fitter! Free short walks – only about one hour- with walk leader! No booking required. In Alloa at noon every Friday outside Tesco’s. Walks are suitable for all abilities. Short, safe walks open to everyone. Put on comfortable footwear, dress for the weather and enjoy. Go on your own or take a friend. Pilates Class: Pilate’s classes every Wednesday from 6pm to 7pm at Lornshill Academy, Alloa. Contact Lorna on 07533173335 to book. 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 crèche 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. Yoga Classes: Classes meet on Tuesdays from 7pm to 8.30pm at the OAP Welfare Hall, Erskine Street, Alloa. Call Betsy on 01259 213096 or 0855 185 058

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Alva A Bingo Tea will be held on Wednesday 30th May, at 7.30pm in Alva Parklands in aid of funds for the Alva Pool Complex. Further information please contact 0787488938. Zumba Classes: Zumba Classes with Audrey Crawford will be held on a Thursday from 6.45pm to 7.45pm in Parklands, Alva. For further information phone 07515 534902. Ditch the workout join the party. Johnstone Arms Announces Monday Darts ‘Open Night’: Darts have entered the close season period and, while the period continues, The Johnstone Arms in Alva, is delighted to announce that they will be running an ‘open night’ every Monday for all interested individuals Bookbug Sessions: Go along and join free rhyme, song and storytelling sessions for under fives at Alva CAP on Thursdays from 10am to 110.30pm. Excluding school and public holidays. Alva & Menstrie girl guiding; the girl guiding are looking for new rainbow 5 to 7 years: brownies 7 to 10 years; guides 10 to 14 years; adults and unit helpers 18+. For information on how to join telephone Margret on 07765494424 or Janice on 07837239921. Wee County Crafters Beginners Wood Carving Sampler Course Come along to The Workshop in Alva on the 16th June 2012 10.00 - !3.00. A chance to try your hand at wood carving in The Workshop, guided by carver Richard Douglas. We have the tools and materials – and coffee, tea and biscuits - all you need to do is come along. The cost is £12.00. Contact: Robert Miller 01259 219144, Archie Scott 01259 751947, Richard Douglas 01259 761618 Following from these taster days, Wee County Crafters will run a series of introductory classes for first-time or

returning wood turners. Dates will be announced later but these hands-on courses will run on Saturday mornings and possibly a week-day evening. They will consist of a safety run-down, spindle turning and basic bowl turning. Participants will be able to take home the fruits of their labours for their friend’s family to admire. All materials, lunch, coffee and biscuits will be included in the small charge. Demos and intro courses will be held at the Wee County Crafters own well-equipped workshops in Cobden St, Alva, opposite the Turnpike Inn. Contact Robert: miller-ripj1@mypostoffice.co.uk, Archie: archie@zoolou.co.uk or Richard: richard@douglasfoto.force9.co.uk Total beginners should not feel afraid to come along to the demo days, even if you have never attempted any kind of woodrelated craft, Mike will make all clear in a non-technical and friendly way. And remember: these sessions are FREE! Fibro Friends Group: Meeting will be held on the second Friday of every month at 2pm in the 150 shop, Alva. For more information call 08448 872 425 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.

Clackmannan The 36th Stirling (Clackmannan) Company, The Boys’ Brigade will still welcome new recruits. Parents should contact the leaders for details of the session’s programme and next session’s dates. Contact Kathy for Anchor Boys on 07891389542, Lucy for Junior Section on 07538693554 and Bill for the Company Section on 216763. The Company are collecting Tesco vouchers to get equipment. If you have any, the Officers will be very pleased to have donations. 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. The 36th Stirling (Clackmannan) Company, The Boys’ Brigade will still welcome new recruits even at this date. 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. The Company are collecting Tesco vouchers to get equipment. If you have any the Officers will be very pleased to have donations. Clackmannan Parish Church of Scotland On Sunday the service is at 11.00 am. The Kirk Session is reminded that the study course continues on Mondays at 7.00 pm. in the Church Hall. On Tuesday the Coffee Morning is open from 10.00 am. in the Church Hall. On Wednesday the Choir meet for practice at 6.45 pm. and the Prayer Group meet at 8.00 pm.

The congregation are entering a team in the Rotary Club Sponsored Hill Walk on 3rd June. Please ask about joining or sponsoring our team. 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. The Thrift Shop is open every Friday, until the end of May, in Clackmannan Town Hall from 12 noon to 2.00 pm. offering a Soup & Bread lunch. Please take another opportunity to meet your friends, have lunch and a cuppa and browse through our wide selection of Ladies’, Gents’ and Children’s quality clothing. Bookbug Sessions; Go along and join free rhyme, song and story telling sessions for under fives at Clackmannan CAP on Wednesdays from 10.30am to 11am, excluding school and public holidays. Stamp Exhibition: A stamp exhibition on the theme of the life of Jesus will be held in the scout and guide hall, Port Street, Clackmannan on 25 and 26 May. Featuring stamps from around the world, the exhibition will be open on Friday 25 May from 2.30pm to 4pm , and 6pm to 7.30pm and Saturday 26 May from 10.30 am to noon. All welcome. Entrance will be £” for adults and £1 for children, which includes refreshments. All proceeds raised from the exhibition will go towards the scout and guide hall renovation fund. The Circle or Friends: The date for the May meeting has been changed to Thursday 31 of May. All Welcome. CAP: Come along and join our free Rhyme, Song and Storytelling sessions for under fives at Clackmannan CAP on Wednesdays from 10.30am - 11am Zumba: With Ian at Clackmannan Town Hall Monday nights 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Have fun and get fit at the same time. Coalsnaughton Burns Club: Cash bingo every Monday in the lounge. Contact 01259 750517. Eyes down at 8.15pm, finished by 9.45pm.

Coalsnaughton 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 St James the Great, Dollar is holding a coffee morning on Saturday 26th May from 10 am – 12 noon in the Burnside Hall, Dollar. Admission is £3.00 for adults and £1.00 for

children (up to the age of 12) and includes tea/coffee/juice and home baking. There will be various stalls including bottles, home baking, brica-brac, plants and books... Everyone welcome! 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. Zumba fitness classes; classes will be held on Wednesday on the Maguire Gymnasium, Dollar, from 7pm until 8pm. for more information telephone Irene on 07743785103. SWRI Please note that our Outing to Gardens in Gargunnock is on Saturday 30th June; and NOT as intimated in the Dollar News. We hope to see you then. Dollar newspaper and magazine collection: dates for 2012 - 1 May. 5 June. 3 July. 7 August. 4 September. 2 October. 6 November. 4 December. Dollar Horticular and Garden Club: The annual show will be held on Saturday 5 September 2012. The categories for the photographic section are Hillfoots View, In The Garden, It’s Only Weather, My Favourite Flower. In the young photographers section the subject is My Favourite Photo.

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-a-brac, books and new goods. KINCARDINE The award winning Ochil Writer’s Group, who meet every second Monday in Menstrie’s Dumyat Centre, have a couple of spaces available after losing two writers to work obligations. The group had an anthology published last year, Beneath the Hills Vol. 1, and plan to publish another this year. The anthology was reviewed positively in a number of publications, both local and national. If you are interested in joining the group, please Email Monika Mackenzie at runglee@btinternet.com

weecounty 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 threeyears-old 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. SWRI: At our April meeting the speaker was woodturner Kenny Brown who gave a most informative talk about woodturning. He brought along various wood working tools and explained how they were used. He also had brought a number of finished pieces with him and members admired the craftmanship of these beautiful items. Competition winners – Item in Wood: 1st Mrs Nancy Wilson, 2nd Mrs Jeanette Littlejohn and 3rd Mrs Margaret Johnston. Three pieces of Traybake: 1st Mrs Margo McFarlane, 2nd Mrs Margaret Johnston and 3rd Mrs Jeanette Littlejohn. Flower of the Month: Mrs Julie Higgins. The next meeting is the AGM which will be held on 15th May at 7pm. 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 & Fishcross U F Church

Sauchie Last Sunday morning, we began an new series of studies on the latter chapters of Paul’s letter to the Romans. We looked at “How we Might Become Living Sacrifices”. Maureen Barclay read from the beginning of Romans chapter 12. The Evening Service was a Service of Prayer and Reflection for the Bereaved. The guest speaker was Mrs Marjory Mackay, the matron of Strathcarron Hospice. On Thursday, the Bible Study meets at 7 p.m. The Friday Club for Kids is on Friday from 6 until 7.30 p.m. Services take place on Sunday at 11 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Kites Group and Creche meet at 11 a.m. SAUCHIE AND COALSNAUGHTON PARISH CHURCH Scottish Charity No SCO18155 The Rev Bill Izett led both services on Sunday 27 May. At the 9.30 am service the congregation welcomed Lynne Mack who will

be joining the congregation as a Reader. In his sermon Rev Izett continued the Stewardship theme and told the congregation about Barnabas who was a friend of the Apostle Paul. Barnabas practised stewardship in a number of ways. He encouraged people, did mission work, led prayer for the community, and shared biblical truth and knowedge. He was also responsible for gathering in funds to send back to the persecuted church in Jerusalem. Photos/ Memorabilia of the Queen’s reign would be appreciated to help decorate the Church premises as would baking for the Cake and Candy stall and prizes for Pick a Prize. Sauchie Tiny Tots: Tiny Tots runs in Sauchie Hall on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9.30am to 11.30am during term time only. First visit is free of charge then £2 per child, 50p per second child. Healthy Snack, art and craft and lots more. For more information call Laura on 01259 725337 Art Club: Held each Wednesday night in Sauchie Resource Centre from 6pm to 8pm. Various types of art work, painting, drawing, modelling clay ect. £1 entry. 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 2nd Tillicoultry Rainbows: Is your daughter ages 5-7? Does she like playing games, doing art and craft, making new friends? If you have answered yes then contact 211318 and leave a message for further details. Or you can email clacksguides@yahoo.co.uk. 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 Lodge Ben Cleuch 782; A bingo tea will be held on Friday 4 May at 7pm to 7.30pm. Please go early for a seat.

Tullibody Slimming World: Slimming World takes place on Wednesdays at 5pm in The Civic Centre, Tullibody. Braes and banchory residents association; the agm will be held 14 may at 7pm in Banchory primary school. All welcome. Tullibody and Cambus Girlguiding: To join the leadership team. Contact Ann-Margaret on 07908 252104 or Girlguiding Clackmannanshire on 01259 211318. Healthy Living: Residents of

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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. Sauchie & Fishcross U F Church On Sunday Morning, the theme was “The Importance of Right Relationships”. Janet Doran read from part of Romans chapter 12. In the evening, Mhairi Dawson shared some experiences from the recent Denominational Camp at Inchinnan. Rev Graham Brown also spoke on “The Problems of the Elder Brother”, and read part of Luke chapter 15. Christianity Explored meets on Wednesday at 7 p.m. There is no Bible Study this week The Friday Club for Kids is on Friday from 6 until 7.30 p.m. Services take place on Sunday at 11 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Kites Group and Creche meet at 11 a.m. There will be a Soup and Sweet Lunch after the Morning Service with donations being received for Christian aid. On Sunday Morning, the theme was “The Importance of Right Relationships”. Janet Doran read from part of Romans chapter 12. In the evening, Mhairi Dawson shared some experiences from the recent Denominational Camp at Inchinnan. Rev Graham Brown also spoke on “The Problems of the Elder Brother”, and read part of Luke chapter 15. Christianity Explored meets on Wednesday at 7 p.m. There is no Bible Study this week The Friday Club for Kids is on Friday from 6 until 7.30 p.m. Services take place on Sunday at 11 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Kites Group and Creche meet at 11 a.m. There will be a Soup and Sweet Lunch after the Morning Service with donations being received for Christian aid.

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Young Fox Cub Saved A By Michelle Henderson

ten week old fox cub is currently on route to making a full recovery in the Scottish SPCA’s care centre. At present, no one is sure how, but the cub had fallen into a pipe and become trapped in the enclosed space in the grounds of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh at little France on Thursday (17th of May. The chances of survival were very bleak. Until the “canine hero” Rover stumbled across the young male cub and brought his owners attention to the cubs distress. Rovers an eleven year old collie cross Labrador, stood tall next to the pipe barking and refusing to move on. Very quickly it had become apparent that there was a problem and once the cub was discovered squeezed at the bottom of the pipe, Scotland’s animal welfare charity had to be called to help. Animal Rescue Officer Steph Grant rushed to the location where she was able to release him from the pipe and take him to the charity’s National Wildlife Rescue Centre in Fishcross, where he has already been named Jacob by the staff.

wise. “He’s coming on really well and is now eating solid food. We’ve introduced him to three other fox cubs in our care and we are hopeful that they will all be released at a carefully selected site when they are at the right age and stage to be

Steph said; “The overflow pipe that Jacob had become trapped inside was extremely narrow and there is no way he would have been able to get himself out. Thankfully, I was able to rescue him from the tight spot he was in and, although frightened, he didn’t have any injuries. Steph continued; “We don’t know how he managed to get himself into the pipe but one thing is for sure, Rover is a true canine hero for finding him.” National Wildlife Rescue Centre Manager Colin Seddon said; “Jacob was very lucky to have been discovered as he would have perished other-

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St Serf’s Olym Challenge A

s reported last week, St Serf’s Primary School in Tullibody have begun a fortnight of special events to celebrate the forthcoming Olympic Games. During the next two weeks, the children at the school will undertake an Olympic Challenge and have the opportunity to walk three laps of the top footpath of the grounds. St. Serf’s held an Olympic Games Day on Thursday 17th May. The games day kicked off with an Opening Ceremony, which included the arrival of their very own Olympic torch. This was followed by the swearing of the

Olympic oath, and the parade of national teams before declaring the games open. Parents watched on as the children had a fun filled time competing in the events. Head teacher, Carolyne McDaid said: “We want to encourage the whole school community to take part including staff and parents. At the end of the fortnight we will add up all the miles walked. “Every year we hold a focus week. We have had a Safe Routes to School Week, an Eco Week, a Scotland – Our Story Week, a Film Fortnight and many others. This year we will be holding an

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Your Horoscope Predictions By Anne Smith Aries (21 March - 20 April)

Libra (24 Sept - 23 Oct)

xxxx You may have been feeling as if your life has been a bit of a slog of late and the best way forward for you now is to take time out to go within, reflect on how you’ve been and why and make a promise to yourself to change things for the better and they will. Your selfesteem returns and love is back on the menu!

Wake up Libra, it is time to get your xxxxxxxxxx life back on track! Your pondering days are over so get the proverbial bulldozer and clear all debris from your emotions and get that logic and motivation moving! You can achieve more this month than you have in the past 12, so what are you waiting for, go get them!

Taurus (21 April - 21 May) xxxxxxxxx There is no holding you back this month and you can achieve as much as you want to at this time, lucky Jupiter is in your sign for a few more weeks so you want to make the most of that. A great boost to confidence and selfbelief so go get what you know you can have!

Scorpio (24 Oct - 22 Nov) The eyes have it and as the saying goes xxxxxxxx so do you, your magical mysticism has us all enchanted this month as you pull the right people around you and you ask direct question which may shock a few but you get the answers you are looking for a month were you have to stay grounded and keep fantasy at bay.

Gemini (22 May - 21 June) You xxxxhave been going over the past year and have decided it is time to make changes in your life, with Venus in your sign this will make the transition a little more bearable, Mercury your ruling planet is moving nearer your sign and that charismatic, charming you is back!

Sagittarius (23 Nov - 21 Dec) There is some luck in your financial xx house this month and Venus help you get motivated and your old charm of kissing the blarney stone is back! The eclipse in Gemini has a double whammy effect on your sign; it allows you to see what others bring to the table and the wonderful opportunity this could have for you.

Cancer

(22 June - 23 July) At times your independence or shall we xxxxxxxxx say tenacity, is to your detriment, try not to spread yourself too thin this month and listen to your intuition as there are those around you whom you can trust and can delegate task too, as you may have already guessed your management skills are being assessed and a good manager delegates, promotion is on the cards for some!

Leo (24 July - 23 Aug)

Your flare and gusto are well and truly xxxxxxxxx on display this month as your rule supreme over the us mere mortals, a great month to allow your organisation and charisma to come to the fore as this will help you achieve success in all areas of your life. Remember to be tactful though with those you love!

Virgo (24 Aug - 23 Sept)

xxxxxxxxx A great month to expand and cultivate your mind a time of growth with new business opportunities for some, your drive and ambitions are back with vigour! The eclipse in Gemini at the end of the month gives you a wakeup call and you can clearly see a new direction, possibly a new job, time to get back to a positive mental attitude and focus on today and tomorrow will take care of itself.

Capricorn (22 Dec - 20 Jan) Your xxxxxtenacity and determination come to the fore this month as you go all out to achieve your plans for the future. Just make sure you have crossed all the T’s and dotted all the I’s before you go knocking on the doors of superiors as preparation and planning are everything. Aquarius (21 Jan - 19 Feb)

xxxxxxx Deception, illusion and trickery that what Neptune brings you this month! So you have to remain practical and pragmatic and stay true to your core values. It is also important to take your time this month before making any decisions as caution is warranted.

Pisces (20 Feb - 20 Mar)

xxxxxxxxxx Time to re-evaluate past mistakes and successes and not to make any further mistakes by learning from the past! Simple you would think? Not with the current position of the planets, but hey you are being given a second go at it so let’s try to get it right this time as important door are swinging on the hinges and your actions can open them up if they are the right ones!

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Q’s Views! ABUSIVE EMAILS Bill Miller, the man who recently withdrew his interest in buying Rangers, has stated that he received thousands of abusive emails from fans. If he’s received thousands of emails, then I’d love to see Craig Whyte’s Inbox by comparison In one of my old workplaces, the IT department brought in measures whereby if you sent an email containing swear words, it would automatically block the email and send you a warning plus how many “points” you had received. The more severe the swear word, and the more times you swore, the more points you got. My mate got 2000 points for forwarding an interview with Colin Farrell. Anyway, in a fit of childishness one afternoon, we figured out that there was a limit to the number of swear words that could be picked up by the system, so began testing it by sending unusual or parochial rude words to each other.

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The Wee County is pleased to have the infamous ‘Q, from Airdrie’ writing for the Entertainment Pages, to give you all some comic relief. As a regular contributor to the Glasgow Metro newspaper, and a regular in the comedy scene in Glasgow and Edinburgh, Q has given the Wee County an exclusive column, which we are sure will have you wanting for more in the next edition of the Wee County!

Within hours we had a list of rude words that could be sent by email with impunity. Personally I was in favour of the swear words filter. It saved my bacon one day when I made a typo in the name of a client I emailed. His name was Mr Fluck.

it was the ladies. So I did what any normal, decent, honest man would do. I ran away.

week on business, and the area I was working in had a distinct lack of public toilets. So I had to pop into a nearby pub to use their facilities. Anyway, I went into the pub, walked into the toilet, and found a young lady behind the door. We both looked at each other stunned. Then to add to the surprise of the young lady, two guys also walked in. - “I’m so sorry, I’m in the wrong bathroom!” she cried, embarrassed. As she walked out of the SPOT THE MISTAKE toilet, the two guys who’d I was down in London last just walked in burst out laughing at this young lady’s mistake…until they noticed the tampon Down machine on the wall. 1. Nothing (4) Yes, I had walked 2. Roman counterpart of Greek into the ladies toilet Poseidon (7) by mistake, and the 4. Step (4) pair of them had 5. Garland (3) mistakenly followed me in too. The 6. Courageous (5) young lady saw three 7. Arboreal mammal (5) guys walk into the 11. Imaginary creature (7) toilet, assumed she 12. Poisonous (5) was in the wrong 13. Subject (5) one, and left. 16. Highly excited (4) I was about to go and apologise to her, 17. Diminutive (4) when I heard a loud 19. Type of fish (3) scream from the room next door. It appeared that she’d walked into the gent’s toilet thinking AND NOW THE WEATHER I was stunned to see Prince Charles delivering the weather forecast on BBC1 the other day, and still have no idea why he did it. But it was quite amusing. Prince Charles says that his favourite show is the weather. I hope they never let David Cameron present the weather. Judging by his economic predictions, I’d expect him to deliver a forecast of fire and brimstone.

CROSSWORD Across 1. Metallic element (4) 3. Fruit (5) 8. Insular (9) 9. Bend (5) 10. Female relative (4) 14. Portent (4) 15. System of reasoning (5) 18. With identity concealed (9) 20. Proverb (5) 21. Jealousy (4)

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MESSAGE FOR DENNIS SKINNER If you want to heckle during the Queen’s delivery of David Cameron’s speech, please shout something funny. Shouting out to remind her that the economy has incurred a “double dip” during her Diamond Jubilee is merely a statement of fact, not a heckle. MESSAGE FOR ECONOMISTS Please please PLEASE stop referring to the latest twist in the UK economic crisis as “a double dip”. You make it sound like an item of confectionary. AND FINALLY A few years ago, my mate Spanner appeared in the audience for a live edition of “Question Time”. When he realised it was live, and that the producers would only have milliseconds to react to any naughtiness from him, he decided to mouth a swear word at the camera. This was seen by millions of viewers, but not the producers. With that in mind, Will.i.am of BBC’s “The Voice” should stop pretending that the finale every Sunday is recorded live. Alternatively, he should prove that the show is live, and next time he’s on Twitter say “Tonight I will prove that the show is recorded live, by flashing my butt at the camera”. Various people I know find him quite sexy, so would pay double the licence fee to see that.

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Out & about with Ashleigh Elliott

Snow patrol TITP

Keeping fit. With summer coming upon us everyone wants to look their best, so I am going to start doing a keep fit schedule every week with new workouts so you will be fit and in shape in no time! This week we will start with something simple - crunches. Crunches are one of the best ways to help you tone up your stomach, it doesn’t help you lose weight but if you go walking and watch what you’re eating and then do your crunches at night this will help you lose weight and tone up. You can do as many as you would feel like doing but remember don’t push yourself to much as you can injure yourself. On your first couple of times using this exercise personally I would do around one hundred a day and take a twenty second break in-between every twenty you do. I can’t say this exercise will help everyone because everyone is different in their own way but id sure give it a go because if it helps its something you can do in your own home now need to spend any money.

With T in the park coming up this summer, I am choosing a singer/ band to talk about each week to let you know the sights of them at the moment. I have chosen Snow Patrol this week because the band will be headlining T in the park on Friday 6th July, and the band has an outstanding sell outs on their albums. As I said last week, nobody knows what the bands will be performing but I would say Snow Patrol are performing their top five songs which are, “Chasing Cars” which was nominated in 2007 for best British single and best rock song people can relate to this song through its lyrics they are very tender, “Run” the song brought the bands first taste of mainstream success reaching number 5 on the UK charts, the lyrics are touching and beautiful. “Set the Fire to the Third Bar” featuring Martha Wainwright, “Chocolate song” is excellent will never get old people can relate to the lyrics of the song, “Just Say Yes” lyrics are moving and beautiful. Snow Patrol are a band that a lot of people can relate to and their songs. The song Run is my personal favourite because the lyrics are moving and can describe how you are feeling in all different ways. The band has sold over ten million albums worldwide, if you are going to T in the park this year Snow Patrol are must see band!

PET of the week

Night out for £20 Would you like a great night out with friends at the weekend? For all those who are sitting exams right now, give you and your friends an opportunity to take the pressure off for a night. You could go for a meal at Jimmy Chungs which would cost just £7.49 and your drinks on top of that, after words you could go ten pin bowling which under 16 year olds will get in from £4.25 and adults from £5.25. Your travel will cost around £1.70 for a child and £2.70 for an adult. You will feel so much better after a night out with your friends during the exams or even some will have finished their exams, so a little party to celebrate finishing your exams, you can have a great night out for under £20 - have fun!

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Cajun spiced sea bass Sea bass is delicious in its own right, but you can liven it up with common storecupboard ingredients to create a real Cajun treat. Make sure the pan is sizzling hot for the best results. Serves 6

Vic & Maggie

Names: Vic & Maggie Age: Vic 3 Maggie 2 Breed: English Bull Terriers Lives: Tullibody Likes: Vic:any kind sweeties, being lazy, playing ball and walking. Maggie: short walks, playing ball, sleeping UNDER her dog bed like a turtle, loves the hairdrier after her bath. Dislikes: Vic: going out in the rain, detests having a bath, getting annoyed with Maggie. Maggie: the garden hose, noise of motorbikes Owners: Vic: Chris Maggie: Caroline To submit your pet please send a photo of your pet to weecounty@ hubpublishing.co.uk or post your photo to The Wee County News, 38 Primrose Street, Alloa FK10 1JG with your name, your pets name, breed, age and his or her likes and dislikes. * although we will try, we cannot guarantee the return of any photos posted to us.

INGREDIENTS 1 tsp paprika 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp garlic granules 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tbsp butter1 tbsp olive oil 6 sea bass fillet ssalt to taste METHOD 1. In a large bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, basil, garlic and oregano until thoroughly mixed. 2. Place the butter and oil in a saucepan and melt, stirring together, over a medium heat. When melted, brush both sides of each fillet with the mixture and retain the excess for frying. 3. Dip the fillets in the spice mix, making sure each is completely coated. 4. Heat a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan on high, until it’s hot enough to sizzle a drop of water. Gently pour half the remaining butter mix over each fillet, then fry, butter side down for 5 mintues or until the fish is almost blackened. 5. Drizzle the remaining butter mix over the fillets and turn the fish over, then fry the other side for a further 5 minutes. 6. When the fillets are thoroughly browned and flake with a fork, season to taste and serve immediately with a fresh green salad or new potatoes and seasonal veg.

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ELECTRICIAN Job No: ALL/23328 SOC Code: 5241 Wage: ÂŁ14.50 - ÂŁ18.50 PER HOUR Hours:50 per week, 5 days over 7 Location: Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration: Temporary Date posted: 25 April 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: We are looking for experienced Electricians and Electrician mateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for ongoing power station work. You must hold a CCNSG safety passport in order to be considered for this position as well as having experience of being an industrial electrician. This vacancy is covered by the Working Time Regulations. For advice on this regulation you should see the www businesslink.gov.uk website or contact the Pay and Work Rights helpline. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/ written application to Graham Taylor at Dutton International Ltd, graham.taylor@ duttoninternational.com. Employer Dutton International Ltd BISTRO SUPERVISOR Job No:: ALL/23389 SOC Code: 9223 Wage: ÂŁ18441 PER ANNUM PRO RATA Hours: 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK OVER 7 DAYS, DAYS & EVENINGS Location: ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration: Temporary Date posted: 14 May 2012 Closing date: 25 May 2012 Pension details: No details held

Description: As Bistro Supervisor you will be working to deliver excellent food service, supervising the day to day operations of a catering service, cleanliness & day to day preparation of food. Must have an intermediate food hygiene certificate, working in a commercial catering customer focused environment, experience of working independently & as part of a team, knowledge of health & safety requirements as required in a food service industry & a mental health awareness. This is also a training position, training 40 trainees each year. Temporary leading to permanent. Successful applicants are required to provide a standard disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by applicant. Please email or call: 01259 214 951 for an application form DO NOT EMAIL CV How to apply You can apply for this job by obtaining the employerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s application form by telephoning 0125 9214951 ext 0 and asking for Lynda Smith or alternatively by emailing the employer at reachoutwithartsinmind@ googlemail.com and returning it to Lynda Smith at Reachout With Arts in Mind, Unit 2 and 7, Alloa Makers Vil, Ludgate, ALLOA, Clackmannanshire, FK10 2DE or to reachoutwithartsinmind@googlemail.com. Employer Reachout With Arts in Mind

EVENINGS & WEEKENDS Location; ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration: Temporary Date posted: 14 May 2012 Closing date: 25 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: The aim is to provide a positive first experience of the Makers Gallery by dealing in a friendly, approachable & efficient manner to trainees, customers, visitors, workshop users & the general public both face to face & over the telephone & by maintaining the workshop areas as a relaxed, professional, social studio which showcases the quality & range of projects. Must have previous experience designing & facilitating creative workshops to vulnerable adults, the general public & young people to promote confidence building, self esteem & improved aspirations, previous experience with participatory arts & social enterprise, excellent organisational skills & the ability to be creative & innovative.. Temporary leading to permanent. Successful applicants are required to provide a standard disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by the applicant. Please email or call: 01259 214 951 to request an application form. DO NOT EMAIL CV How to apply You can apply for this job by obtaining the employerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s application form by telephoning 0125 9214951 ext 0 and asking for Lynda Smith or alternatively by emailing the employer at reachoutwithartsinmind@googlemail. com and returning it to Lynda Smith at Reachout With Arts in Mind, Unit 2 and

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minimum supervision. Temporary leading to permanent. Successful applicants are required to provide a standard disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by applicant. Please email or call: 01259 214 951 for an application form DO NOT SEND CV How to apply You can apply for this job by obtaining the employer’s application form by telephoning 0125 9214951 ext 0 and asking for Lynda Smith or alternatively by emailing the employer at reachoutwithartsinmind@ googlemail.com and returning it to Lynda Smith at Reachout With Arts in Mind, Unit 2 and 7, Alloa Makers Vil, Ludgate, ALLOA, Clackmannanshire, FK10 2DE or to reachoutwithartsinmind@googlemail.com. Employer Reachout With Arts in Mind HOTEL SERVICES ASSISTANT Job No: ALL/23417 SOC Code: 9233 Wage: £6.14 Hours: 20 HOURS PER WEEK ON A ROTA BASIS INCLUDING WEEKENDS Location: ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 18 May 2012 Pension details; No details held Description To assist with the day-to-day cleaning and hotel duties of the home.The company also offers an attractive remuneration package including overtime rate and company sick pay scheme. . please apply direct to parklands by tel; 01259 720172 or e-mail; parklands@mealmore.co.uk How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting parklands@mealmore.co.uk and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Parklands Care Home DRIVER CLASS 1 Job No: ALL/23406 SOC Code: 8211 Wage: £7.98 PER HOUR Hours: 40 PER WEEK, INCLUDING SOME OVERNIGHTS Location: ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 16 May 2012 Closing date: 30 May 2012 Pension details: Pension available Description: We are currently recruiting for Class 1 drivers to work on a 5 over 7 basis. The job may entail some overnights so you must be flexible. Proven and demonstrable Class I experience and a full, driving license are essential. Hookloader and/or Tanker experience would be an advantage. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of the geographic area in Scotland. Also must be in possession of a Digital tachograph driver’s card. Hours of work 40 per week however you may be expected to work a reasonable amount of overtime. Based in Kilbagie. Please submit your application to recruitment@ oran-es.co.uk How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Erin Hamilton at Oran Environmental Solutions, recruitment@oran-es.co.uk. Employer Oran Environmental Solutions BAR ATTENDANT Job No: ALL/23404 SOC Code: 9225

Wage: £6.25 PER HOUR Hours: 24 HOURS OVER 3 DAYS Location: DOLLAR, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK14 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 15 May 2012 Closing date: 24 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Solsgirth House Hotel, the 5 Star Exclusive property of The Aurora Hotel Collection on the outskirts of Dollar, prides itself in the levels of service provided to all our guests.We are seeking Bar Attendants to provide the highest levels of service either through table or bar service. Exclusive events within the original House for around 100 and 300 within the brand new pavilion. Main duties will include: bar preparation, cleaning of glasses, table or bar service, cash and credit handling, keeping the bar area to the highest levels of cleanliness and most importantly high levels of customer care.Previous experience of bar work is desirable however customer care and cash handling experience is essential.Full training to our standards is provided together with uniforms, meals on duty and use of Cloud Nine Leisure at Airth Castle. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Kathryn Foster at Cairn Hotel, kathryn.foster@ aurorahotelcollection.com. Employer Cairn Hotel SENIOR CARE WORKER Job No: ALL/23402 SOC Code: 6115 Wage: £7.39 PER HOUR Hours: FULL OR PART-TIME BASIS DAYS OR NIGHTS ON A ROTA BASIS Location: ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 15 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: You are required to have SVQ level 3 in care, or equivalent. You will support the deputy and team leader in the day to day care of the residents. You will be involved in care planning and reviews for residents.The company offers an attractive remuneration package including: overtime rate, company sick pay scheme. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Please apply for an application pack by tel: 01259 720172 or e-mail to parklands@ meallmore.co.uk How to apply You can apply for this job by obtaining the employer’s application form by telephoning 01259 720172 ext 0 and asking for Admin section or alternatively by emailing the employer at jwyllie@meallmore. co.uk and returning it to Admin section at Parklands Care Home, Alloa Park Drive, ALLOA, Clackmannanshire, FK10 1QY or to jwyllie@meallmore.co.uk. Employer Parklands Care Home Food Server Job No: ALL/23396 SOC Code: 9224 Wage: £6.10 Per Hour Hours: 24 hours over 3 days Location: DOLLAR, Clackmannanshire FK14 Duration: Permanent Date posted:15 May 2012 Closing date: 24 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Solsgirth House Hotel, the 5 Star Exclusive venue of The Aurora Hotel

Collection, located on the outskirts of Dollar is seeking Food Servers for their exclusive events. Catering for around 100 within the original House and around 300 in the state of the art pavilion, we offer the highest levels of service both in cuisine and service. We are seeking food servers to assist with our functions, duties will include, polishing of all crockery, cutler and glassware, setting of tables for the function and service at the function. All service is plated therefore silver service is not essential but previous experience of function service is desirable. You must have proven customer care experience preferably within the Hotel and Catering Industry but full training will be provided. Full uniform, meals on duty and use of Cloud Nine Leisure Club at Airt. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Kathryn Foster at Cairn Hotel, kathryn.foster@ aurorahotelcollection.com. Employer Cairn Hotel REGISTERED NURSE Job No: ALL/23395 SOC Code: 3211 Wage: £10.74 -£11.76 PER HOUR Hours: 24 - 36 HOURS ON A WEEKLY ROTA 8PM - 8AM Location: ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 14 May 2012 Closing date: 28 June 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: RNA or RGN Level 1,RNMH or RMN Level 1 required. You will be required to plan, implement and evaluate care in accordance with nursing care policy and procedure. The company offers an attractive remuneration package including overtime rate and company sick pay scheme. Please e-mail or phone employer for an application pack. TEL: 01259 720172

How to apply You can apply for this job by obtaining the employer’s application form by telephoning 01259 720172 ext 0 and asking for Admin section or alternatively by emailing the employer at parklands@meallmore. co.uk and returning it to Admin section at Parklands Care Home, Alloa Park Drive, ALLOA, Clackmannanshire, FK10 1QY or to parklands@meallmore.co.uk. Employer Parklands Care Home CARER Job No: ALL/23388 SOC Code: 6115 Wage: £7.85 PER HOUR Hours: 19+ PER WEEK THURS-FRI 9.30AM-11PM + SOME SAT NIGHTS 9PM-2AM Location: SAUCHIE, ALLOA FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 14 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Must be aged 18+. Must have good experience in care. Car driver preferred. Duties include: personal care of a female disabled person; cooking; light housework 5.6 weeks holiday per year, time and a half paid for bank holidays. There will be holiday cover as well. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010. Successful applicants are required to provide a standard disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by employer. How to apply For further details about job reference ALL/23388, 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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Dee Set Logistics Ltd Technical Engineer - repair & servicing Job No: ALL/23354 SOC Code: 2129 Wage: Meets Nat Min Wage Hours: 24 hours, 3 days, variable shifts Location: Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 03 May 2012 Closing date: 19 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Service, repair and support of equipment. Inspection, delivery and installation of equipment. Main Duties: diagnosis of faults; identification of spare parts; servicing of equipment in accordance with schedules; predelivery inspection and set up of equipment; documentation of works completed. Desirable requirements: electronic/electrical knowledge desirable but not essential; full driving licence; computer literate; organisational skills/self disciplined; previous experience in a technical service and support field desirable but not essential; good time keeping, communication and social skills. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by employer. Job centre application forms also accepted. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Helena McCallum at Albion Mobility Limited, Unit 3, 1 Cooperage Way, ALLOA, Clackmannanshire, FK10 3LP or to sales@albionmobility.co.uk. Employer Albion Mobility Limited COOK/CHEF Job No: ALL/23353 SOC Code: 5434 Wage: £7PER HOUR Hours: 30 PER WEEK, OVER 7 DAYS, EVENINGS Location: ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 03 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Minimum elementary food hygiene certificate. Must be competent in everything from breakfast meals to full evening dinners. Will be required to assist in keeping the kitchen clean and tidy. THIS IS BREAHEAD GOLF COURSE ring 07908636583 How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 0125 9725766 ext 0 or 0790 8636583 ext 0 and asking for John Muldoon. Employer Upper Deck Catering Ltd Sports Coordinator Job No: ALL/23347 Employer Reference: CLA000720 SOC Code: 3442 Wage: Grade 6 / £22,995 - £25,885 (pro rata) Hours: Part time, 21 hours per week, days and times to be confirmed

Location: Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 02 May 2012 Closing date: 11 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Working within the Council’s framework for pupils with additional support needs with staff and families to deliver a programme of physical activity and sport. In partnership with Sportscotland and Forth Valley Disability Sport link with key sports development opportunities to design and deliver progressive opportunities for participation locally and wider than Clackmannanshire. This position is suitable for teaching and non teaching staff. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by employer. If you have difficulty in accessing application form and wish to request an application pack 01259 452234 and leave your details and quotereference. How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/fe/ tpl_ScottishPortal01.asp?newms=jj& id=128398&aid=11667 Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Clackmannanshire Council Performance and Information Officer Job No: ALL/23348 Employer Reference: CLA000722 SOC Code: 3433 Wage: £22,995 - £25,885 per annum Hours: 36 hours per week, days and times to be agreed Location: Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 02 May 2012 Closing date: 15 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: As a member of Strategy and Customer Services, the Performance and Information Officer will work collaboratively with colleagues to support overall strategic objectives, ensuring delivery of high quality services. The key purpose of the job is to provide a structured and tailored research and performance information function to internal and external customers. The Performance and Information Officer is a core member of the Strategy and Performance function whose key functions include: Community Planning, Corporate Policy, Quality and Organisational Development Performance, Information, Communications and Marketing. If you wish to request a paper application 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.asp?newms=jj& id=128593&aid=11667 Opens new

window (unless JavaScript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Clackmannanshire Council Housekeeping Assistant Job No: ALL/23344 SOC Code: 9233 Wage: £6.10 Per Hour Hours: 24 hours over 3 days Location: DOLLAR, Clackmannanshire FK14 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 01 May 2012 Closing date: 15 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Solsgirth House Hotel, the 5 Star Exclusive Venue of The Aurora Hotel Collection is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to maintain the highest levels of cleanliness. Main duties will include, cleaning of bedrooms both in the House and the adjacent lodges, changing of bed linen, cleaning of bathrooms, ensuring public areas the pavilion are presented to the highest standards to match our 5 Star Status.You must be able to work to tight time targets and work either within a small team or on your own. Previous experience of cleaning and exacting standards is most certainly a quality which we are seeking along with pride in your work and attention to detail.Attractive package available including uniform, meals on duty, discounted dining and accommodation and complementary use of our Leisure facilities at Airth Castle Hotel. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Tom Goodfellow at Cairn Hotel, tom. goodfellow@aurorahotelcollection. com. Employer Cairn Hotel SLATER / ROUGH CASTER Job No: ALL/23346 SOC Code: 5313 Wage: £9.50 - £11.00, PER HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE Hours: 40 HOURS PER WEEK, MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7.30AM TO 4.30PM Location: TILLICOULTRY, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK13 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 01 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: A driving licence is essential, a clean licence is a distinct advantage. Must have experience of slating, tiling and rough cast work, does not require to be time-served. Duties include slating, tiling, lead work, rough cast work and associated tasks as required. Temporary position for 3 months with a view to permanency. Temporary leading to permanent. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01259 753408 or 07979 598535 and asking for Donald Henderson. Employer D Henderson Chimney Specialist and Roofer Ltd

NIGHT PORTER Job No: ALL/23345 SOC Code: 9222 Wage: £6.70 PER HOUR Hours: 32 HOURS OVER 4 NIGHTS Location: DOLLAR, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK14 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 01 May 2012 Closing date: 15 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Solsgirth House Hotel, the 5 Star Exclusive Venue within Central Scotland is seeking a Night Porter to ensure continuity of high levels of service, 24 hours a day. Main duties will include, service of refreshments and light snacks during the night once the Bars have closed, cleaning of public areas including our state of the art Pavilion, security walks of the building, setting of breakfast for morning guests and assisting with any guest request. Experience of portering is desirable however it is essential that you are self motivating, can work to time targets and have proven experience of customer care. Uniform, meals on duty and after a qualifying period, complementary use of our Leisure Club at Airth Castle Hotel and Spa. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Tom Goodfellow at Cairn Hotel, tom. goodfellow@aurorahotelcollection. com. Employer Cairn Hotel SALES ASSISTANT Job No: ALL/23319 SOC Code: 7111 Wage: Meets Nat Min Wage Hours: 25-30 PER WEEK, SAT-SUN AND 2/3 OTHER DAYS DURING THE WEEK Location: DOLLAR, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK14 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 23 April 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Must be aged 18+ due to sale of alcohol. Previous catering or retail experience is desirable but is not essential. Food hygiene certificate would be an advantage. Good food knowledge is an advantage. Duties will include cash handling, advising on cheeses, stock rotation, general housekeeping, customer service and any associated duties as required. 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 Alistair Prow at Reids of Dollar, reidsofdollar@hotmail.co.uk. Employer Reids of Dollar Beauty Therapist Job No: ALL/23313 SOC Code: 6222 Wage: Exceeds Nat Min Wage Hours: 16-20 hours a week, between 10am-8pm between Mon-Sat Location: Tillicoultry, Clackmannanshire FK13 Duration: Permanent

Date posted: 20 April 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Must be fully qualified with experience preferred. Duties include delivering a full range of treatments including waxing and massage. Will assist with smooth running of the business. Shop closes at 2pm on Saturdays. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01259 753797 and asking for Susan Neilson. Employer Juniper Rose SUPERVISOR Job No: ALL/23314 SOC Code: 7111. Wage: £6.13 PER HOUR Hours: 20 HOURS PER WEEK INCLUDES WEEKENDS Location: TILLICOULTRY, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK13 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 20 April 2012 Closing date: 20 May 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Must have supervisory experience. Must have the ability to sell and must be flexible Monday-Sunday. Duties will include customer service, supervising staff, covering store in managers absence and will be working as part of a team. Please take CV to employer address. How to apply You can go and see the employer about this job without telephoning beforehand. Ask for Scott Farquharson at Yeomans Outdoor Leisure, Unit 31, Devon Vale, TILLICOULTRY, Clackmannanshire, FK13 6HQ. Employer Yeomans Outdoor Leisure Shop Assistant/Driver Job No: ALL/23310 SOC Code: 7112 Wage: Exceeds Nat Min Wage Hours: 38 hours per week,MonSat,7am-2pm Location: Alva, Clackmannanshire FK12 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 19 April 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Must have good customer care and interpersonal skills to recognise customer requirements. No formal qualification required as full training will be given. Duties will include serving customers, handling cash with use of a till, stock replenishment, merchandising and general house keeping tasks.Must have clean drivers licence (minor points considered) as will be delivering fruit and vegetables. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Mr Saeed Anwar at Flowers By Arrangement, sales@orchard-produce.com. Employer Flowers By Arrangement

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I can claim for the full cost of any personal effects stolen if my car is broken into. Most insurance companies have an upper limit for the amount they will pay for items stolen from a car. This is typically £100 or £150, not including a stereo. A lot of motorists think they can claim for as much as they want but are soon disappointed when they contact their insurer. Managing director of elephant.co.uk, Brian Martin said, “In common with most insurers, elephant.co.uk limits the amount it pays for personal effects to £100, obviously this doesn’t go far if say a laptop or mobile phone are stolen. We want to discourage motorists from leaving anything on show in their cars that could tempt a thief.” I won’t have to pay an excess if an accident is not my fault or my car is stolen. An excess is agreed at the time a policy is purchased and it is the first part of any claim cost which the policyholder agrees to pay ifthey make a claim. It is really an agreement

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with the insurance company. If an accident is not your fault you may only get your excess back if your insurance company gets all of its money back from the third party or their insurer. In cases where your car is stolen it is unlikely that this will happen so you will almost definitely have to pay your excess. A lot of people choose to take out a higher excess in return for a reduction in their premium. They might think they will never need to make a claim, but they should consider if they can afford the higher excess when they buy their insurance. If I take out comprehensive cover, I automatically get ‘driving other cars’ cover. Therefore I am covered fully comprehensively on anybody’s car I drive with their permission. Many people mistakenly think that taking out a comprehensive policy automatically includes ‘driving other cars’ cover; and means they are fully covered to drive any car. Most policies, however, will provide this benefit only in certain circumstances and may not offer it for a number of reasons. Also, ‘driving other cars’ cover covers the policyholder only for third party cover if you drive someone else’s car. So if you are involved in an accident in another car, you could be liable for your own damage, which could prove very costly. Brian Martin continued, “It’s important to know the conditions of your insurance so you don’t come unstuck if you have to make a claim. “It is also worth remembering that due to changes in the law, it is a requirement for the vehicle to have a permanent insurance policy in force, even if you are driving the vehicle under the ‘driving other cars’ benefit. I

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know many people don’t read the details of their policy, but if they would take a bit of time to do just that it could prevent a nasty surprise at a later time.” I won’t be able to get insured if I have a driving conviction. While it’s true that you will find fewer companies willing to insure you if you have a serious conviction, such as drink driving, it doesn’t mean it is impossible to get insurance. Some companies specialise in insuring high-risk motorists, including people with convictions, and even mainstream companies like elephant.co.uk will consider insuring almost anyone. However it is likely that you will pay higher premiums. For speeding convictions it is a different story. With the increasing number of speed cameras, a huge number of motorists now have points on their licences. Most insurers will insure someone with one speeding conviction but if you have more than one you will see a rise in your premiums.

If you make a claim for a smashed windscreen, you will lose some of your no claims bonus. Many people believe you lose your no-claims bonus if you make a claim for a smashed windscreen. As long as this is all you are claiming for your no claims bonus should remain intact. However you may have to pay an excess. My insurance policy is invalid if I do not have a valid MOT or Tax Disc. This depends entirely upon your insurers policy terms and conditions. Some insurers will make it specific that your vehicle will need a valid MOT for cover to be in force, some insurers may just stipulate that your vehicle has to be roadworthy. However, even if your insurer will deal with your claim, the value of your vehicle will be severely diminished if you cannot produce a valid MOT document at the time of a claim. You should always make sure that your vehicle is fully taxed, insured and has a valid MOT.

I can insure a vehicle with more than one insurer. Occasionally, there is a circumstance where more than one insurer is covering the same car. Insurers in the main will try and avoid this situation occurring if they can as it causes questions as to who is responsible for dealing with a claim which can be difficult. You should only insure your car with a single insurer. Some companies may allow you to cover a vehicle temporarily that is insured under another policy, but this is usually only allowed where the permanent insurer will not cover the driver of the vehicle, for example when the permanent policy stipulates that all drivers must be over 25. The best advice is that if you want to drive someone else’s car, then ask to be added to their insurance policy as an additional driver. I don’t need to tell my car insurer about convictions or claims that occurred whilst driving my motorbike/van/ lorry. Again, every insurer is different, however most insurers will expect you to disclose all motoring convictions to them, no matter what vehicle you were driving at the time. It is always the best practice to disclose all information to your insurer, no matter if you feel it might be irrelevant or even if your previous insurer did not wish to know about it as all insurers are different and apply different criteria to what they feel is relevant or not. Brian Martin, said, “While all our advice is correct for most insurers, there will be differences from policy to policy. You should read your policy book or call your own insurer to make sure you have the right cover or to check you are not in breach of any terms and conditions.”

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CLACKMANNAN COUNTY DARTS SCOTTISH MASTERS - PLAY OFFS The County play offs for Ladies & Gents Scottish Masters will be held in the Oakwood on Saturday June 2nd with a 1pm Reg. Entry is £5 or £7 on the day - Contact Davie Hanson Tel 07872078715 COUNTY PLAYERS MEETING There will be a County players meeting on Saturday June 2nd at the Oakwood with a 12 30 start. All Squad members are asked to attend. ALLOA MASTERS FINALS SPONSORED BY OAKWOOD & GH TAXIS

R Clackmannan/Kinross, Saturday the 19th of May the team pose before the game against Glasgow west at Clackmannan Bowling Club.in the Hamilton trophy game, A hard fought and closely run game Glasgow comeing out narrow winners.

EQUESTRIAN

ee County Vaulters were hosts of the British Equestrian Vaulting Selection Trial last weekend. The competition was held at The Scottish National Equestrian Centre, Ecclesmachan and attracted competitors from throughout Great Britain. In the Individual female Section Joanne and Hannah Eccles were placed first and second respectively with Helen Anderson also from Wee County taking 3rd place. Joanne and Hannah won the senior Pas de deux class The girls vaulted on W.H.Bentley lunged by John Eccles. Andrew McLachlan, vaulting on Tylers Kernel, lunged by John Eccles, was placed first in the individual junior male class. In the individual junior female class Hannah Young was placed 2nd with Rebecca Norval 4th. Both girls vaulted on Tylers Kernel The S.E.V.T. junior team made up of 6 members from Wee County Vaulters was placed first in the Junior Team Selection class. The

team consisted of Andrew McLachlan, Hannah Young, Rebecca Norval, Georgia Cox, Emma Patterson and Lisa Mercer vaulting on Tylers Kernel lunged by Amanda McLachlan. Wee County Vaulters also performed well in the non selection classes. In the Novice team section The Wee County team was placed second. Vaulters were Sophie Cairney, Rebecca Logan, Leah and Lucy Taylor, Harry Cox and Jack Wilson, vaulting on WH Bentley lunged by Ann Young. Jack Wilson was placed 4th in the Under 14 male class vaulting on WH Bentley In the walk section, Sophie Wilson took first place in the under 9 class. Michelle Messener and Lucy Taylor were 3rd equal in the 9 – 12 class with Leah Taylor taking 2nd place in the over 12 class. Both Wee County walk teams were placed 2nd in their respective classes. Thanks must go to all the stewards who ensured the smooth running of the competition.

All Vip Tickets for the Masters Finals on Fri Aug 17th have Sold Out. Only £35 Standard or £20 Balcony Tickets are left. Tel 07872078715 for details ! LEAGUE AGM The Wee County Darts League Agm will be held in the Oakwood on Tuesday June 5th with a 730pm start. ALLOA MASTERS QUALIFIER The 3rd Qualifier will be held in the Abercromby on Saturday June 23rd with a 1pm reg. Entry is £5 all names to Steff Gavin. One Winner will join John Goldie & Kris Glass for a crack at the Pro Players in Augusts Finals.

ATHLETICS

oss Houston added the Scottish 5K Road Race title to his 10K and Marathon titles in a fast paced race in Edinburgh on Wednesday 16 May. In a close fought race Ross (14.35) just prevailed from team mate Alex Hendry (14.37) as the youngster picked up the Silver medal. Robert Russell continues to find his racing speed finishing sixth (14.51) and Lyndsay Morrison (17.10) was Central’s top female finisher in fifth, just 20 seconds behind the winner. Central AC’s Mens Team consolidated their position to lead Division One of the Scottish Mens League with an emphatic victory in Aberdeen on Sunday 20th May. With first and second places the order of the day and some fine personal bests there was never any doubt that Central would carry the day. Sprinters Alistair Beaton, Calum Brown and Under 17 athlete Daniel Polatajko ensured Central were given a solid foundation backed up by Martyn Paterson winning the 400metres (49.37secs) and Ben Nelson in third in the ‘B’ race. Alastair Hay had made the journey from a Saturday evening race in Manchester to win the 800metres (1min 55.49secs), ably backed up by Matthew Sutherland while Andrew Butchart (3min 56.73secs) took the 1500metres in style. Robert Russell made a superb contribution in winning the 5000metres (14min 46.66secs)

after recording second in the ‘B’ 1500metres while Under 20 Ross Milne proved his fitness with top placings in the 5000metres and Javelin. Calum Brown (15.99secs) and Colin Christie were close to top points in the 110metre hurdles as were Alex Hendry (9min 28.04secs) and Michael Wright (9min 35.72secs) in the 3000metres Steeplechase. Alex and David Lindsay picked up more points in the 400hurdles and the sprint relay team of Beaton, Paterson, Brown and Polatajko came home second (45.06secs) while Nelson, Paterson, Sutherland and Hay finished a competitive third in the 4 x 400metre relay. Calum Brown garnered more points in the Field with his Long Jump, High Jump and Javelin (45.11metres). Daniel Polatajko produced a personal best of 5.77 metres in the Long Jump while Colin Christie (High Jump) and Michael Wright and David Lindsay (Triple Jump) along with second places from Ron Todd and Colin Christie in the Pole Vault kept the points ticking over. Gary Sweeney proved his worth to win the Discus (37.62metres) and Shot Put (12.32metres) and gained good points in the Hammer while Donavan Webster also hit a PB in the Discus (34.39metres) and won the ‘B’ Shot. Overall points now see Central on 16 points some 3 points ahead of nearest rivals Edinburgh and Aberdeen in joint second.

call-off’s with 3 players in a fight to seal the final place.First up was Scott Smith(Oakwood A) v young Kevin Polley(Crown B) and was a tremendous match with Scott just having enough to win 6-4 over the youngster.This set up a shoot-out against another Crown B player in Jamie Hutchison and Scott carried on his good form to win 6-2 and book the final slot at the finals. Good luck to all players joining Pete Smith (Locker Room A) at the finals in Cue Here Airdrie on the 25th & 26th of August. SPA Grassroots 2012:- This weekend sees the finals of the Wullie McCartney

Memorial Grassroots tournament in the Red Triangle Cumbernauld and the league would like to wish the league’s 3 representative’s Colin Inkster(Inn),Gordon Jaglar(Locker Room A) and Sean McEwan(Locker Room B) all the very best of luck. AGM & Presentation 2012:- This years AGM and presentation has been confirmed for Sunday 1st July in the Oakwood Lounge with a 12.30pm start.Would all teams please note that all teams must have at least one representative at this meeting, and all prize-money must be collected by a team member or is returned to league funds.

POOL Clackmannanshire Pool League Sponsored by Azad Tandoori Oakwood D – B league Champions!!:Oakwood D sealed the B league title with a nervy 6-3 victory over Upstairs in their final match.With Rileys being awarded a 9-0 win in their final match v Oakwood B all the pressure was on the Oakwood D to win their game and at 4-3 up the Upstairs lads had a chance to level the match at 4-4 and set up a final frame shoot-out for the title but they failed to take the chance and the Oakwood D gladly cleared up to seal the win and with it the B League Title. Congratulations to all the guys (and girl!) on their victory. Week 33 Results:- Oakwood D 6 Upstairs 3 Cairn B 3 Weirs 6 Rileys 9

Oakwood B 0 Crosskeys 9 Cairn A 0 Scottish IM4 Qualifier:- The latest round of Scottish ranking qualifying took place last Saturday.With a few players missing due to work commitments and holidays,opportunities were available for a few new faces to qualify. In group 1 however it was Billy Snaddon(Locker Room A) who once again proved too hot on the day with 6-1 victories over Ryan Hutchison(Crown B) and Sean McEwan(Locker Room B),with a final hard-fought 6-3 win over an ever improving Frank Jaffray(Oakwood A) to qualify. In group 2 it was good to see Kris

Glass(Locker Room A) looking back to his best with an opening 6-2 win over Greg Wardlaw(Oakwood D),followed by an equally impressive 6-1 win over Steven Smith(Locker Room B) and finally sealing a qualifying berth with a hard-fought 6-4 win over David McKenzie(Crown B). Group 3 was the hardest hit with the absentee’s with only Michael Boyd(Inn) and Steph Selbach(Allanbridge) showing up and therefore battling it out for the place.And some battle it was with the match going to a last frame decider with Michael showing his bottle to seal a 6-5 victory. The final group 4 was also hit with

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CLACKMANNAN COUNTY GOLF HEROIC PERFORMANCE BY COUNTY GOLF TEAM While finishing in 9th position out of 16 Areas in the Area Team Championship last weekend at Blairgowrie and missing the qualifying mark by 15 shots may appear very ordinary, a closer examination of the performance by the Clackmannan County team shows that they really performed very well….. the fifteen shot gap over 10 rounds averages at 1.5 shots per round. And when you see that the smallest golfing Area finished ahead of many larger Areas (including the Lothians—the largest), then the players can be reasonably satisfied with their performance. In the individual event, County Team Captain Jamie Aitken (Alloa) led the Clackmannan players by example with 145( 73 , 72) to give him 19th equal position out of 96 players--- indeed he finished ahead of six of the Scottish Golf Union’s ten man Elite squad. Scott Borrowman finished one shot further back (146) ahead of Lawrence Allan (147). The event was won by home Area Perth & Kinross who defeated Fife in the final. GOOD SCORING AT THE COUNTY SUMMER MEETING. Dollar’s Darren Hulston took the

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scratch prize with a 71 at the County A Division at Alloa, closely followed by Jamie Aitken (Alloa) with a 74.. R Birrell (Alva) led the way in the handicap event with 70 ahead of D A Graham (Alloa) 71. In the Division 2 event at Braehead, W Ross (Braehead) and J Littlejohn (Alloa) both had 68’s with Jim losing out on the inward half. The second group of qualifiers for the County Match Play Championship was obtained and the draw is a s follows for the first round at Braehead on Monday 28th May. 5.15 R Alexander v R Benvie; 5.22 S Douglas v J Aitken; 5.30; A Watson v S Horne; 5.37 S Moffat v J Muir; 5.45 I Guthrie v D Hulston; 5.52 B Cousins v D Beaton; 6.00 P Shearer v M Robertson; 6.07 D Finlay v D Milloy. The second round will be played over Dollar next Thursday 31st May. WEE COUNTY GOLFERS IN POSITION With the 2012 golfing season well underway, it is pleasing to see Clackmannan golfers featuring in the National Order of merits. Top placing goes to Alva’s Lawrence Allan who is sitting at 4th spot in the Boys Order of Merit--- he has great chances over the next two weeks in major events--- this weekend he plays in the Scottish Hydro Junior Tour event over 72 holes at the Roxburghe course---- the course can

be stretched to well over 7000 yards which would be a huge test for the 54 young golfers---- maybe they will be sympathetically dealt with! In the Men’s Order of Merit, Jamie Aitken is at 15, Lawrence Allan at 22= and Scott Borrowman at 27. Jamie and Scott are off to the Welsh Stroke Play this weekend. Finally in the Seniors Order of Merit, last year’s winner Bob Stewart (Tulliallan) sits at 11=, and with Mike Rust he will be competing in the Scottish Seniors Open at Montrose this week. CONGRATULATIONS TO EILIDH Muckhart’s Eilidh Watson put in a top class performance in the Scottish Ladies Amateur Championship, reaching the semi-final stage after a 19th hole win against Megan Briggs. While losing quite heavily in the semi final, it looks increasing likely that she will outperform father Bobby who was a formidable junior golfer, winning the Scottish Boys Championship in the early 1970’s. GOLF FIXTURES COMING UP. 26th May Belhaven Trophy Open Braehead 27th May Alva Open 28th May County Match Play Round 1 Braehead 29th May Seniors Open Dollar

won by Steph Crolla with a superb 765-71. The gents Wednesday medal was won by the very consistent Mike Allsop with a net 72 On Sunday the ever popular Douglas Bader Mixed Greensomes Qualifier was held and in a very tight finish Ian Edwards and Jane Black’s 39 points was just enough to hold off Hugh Cowbrough and Kathleen Norris’s 38. The winners now go forward to the Regional Final at Pitreavie in August. The first Monday 9 hole Twilight Medal was won by Andrew Peel and the high entry level for this weeks event gives us confidence thatthis is going to prove a very popular addition to the fixture list. The Gents Scratch team fought out a thrilling draw with Crieff in tricky conditions on Friday night, leaving

the lads with mixed feelings about avoiding defeat to strong opponents but dropping a home point, which is in itself a measure of how much the team is developing. Our ladies teams have also been in action with the Scratch team producing a great result beating Strathmore 3-2 away, while our Dumyat team lost 2-1 away to Tulliallan. Another big week ahead with the Gents CHAS Medal and qualifying for the Naemoor Seniors Trophy event, while the Ladies Millenium Jug enters its second round. First of our Opens is on Thursday with the Senior Ladies Greensome fully subscribed, and the forthcoming Gents Veterans on 31st May, Gents 4BBB on 3rd June, and Mixed Greensome on 10th June busy but still with some places available.

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ride of place at Muckhart this week goes to young Eilidh Watson for reaching the semi final of the Scottish Ladies Amateur Championship at Tain. Qualifying through the strokeplay section in 21st place, Eilidh battled her way through to the semi finals, the highlight being a recovery from 2 down with 2 to play in her quarter final, sparked by an eagle at 17. Back to the exams now for Eilidh and everyone from Muckhart congratulates her on a fine achievement. Closer to home the Gents Belhaven Qualifier on Saturday was won by Keith Malcolm with a net 69, closely followed by Paul Frith with a net 70 off 3 which won the scratch prize, while the Ladies Pink Ribbon Charity competition was

ALLOA GOLF Alloa Golf Club are holding their second Celebrity Charity Golf Tournament to raise funds for CHAS.

he following celebrities are due to appear in the tournament:-

ALAN HANSEN BBC Match of the Day Football pundit and ex Liverpool and Scotland player. IAN DURRANT Rangers Coach and ex Rangers and Scotland player. MARK HATELEY Ex Rangers player. PAT NEVIN Football pundit with BBC Sportscene and Channel Five Television and ex Chelsea Everton and Scotland Player. TOM BOYD Ex Celtic and Scotland player. JOHN BLACKLEY Ex Hibs and Scotland player. ALAN ROUGH Real radio football pundit and ex Partick Thistle and Scotland goalkeeper. MAURICE MALPAS Assistant Manager of Inverness Caley/Thistle and ex Dundee United and Scotland player. KEVIN DRINKELL Ex Rangers player. SCOTT THOMPSON Ex Raith Rover goalkeeper and currently goalkeeping

coach for Hibs. GORDON DALZIEL Ex Rangers and Raith Rovers player. ALAN COMBE Ex Dundee Utd and Kilmarnock goalkeeper and currently Morton goalkeeper. BILLY REID Hamilton football manager. SCOT HASTINGS STV Rugby Presenter and ex Scotland rugby player. DES MCKEOWN BBC Sportscene football pundit. EWEN CAMERON Real radio presenter. ROB MCLEAN BBC Sportscene presenter. JIM DELAHUNT Radio Clyde football presenter. DUNCAN CHISHOLM famous Scottish fiddle player and member of the famous band Wolfestone. GERRY O’CONNER famous Irish banjo player from Dublin. TONY BYRNE famous Irish guitar player from Dublin.

Alloa Golf Club would like to thank all individuals and organisations who contributed to this event and in particular from the continuous sponsorship of the main sponsor Alloa Community Enterprises Ltd. The Club also much appreciate the celebrities giving up their valuable time to appear in the tournament. The witty and humourous presentation by the after dinner speaker Sandy Strang was well received. A special thank you is extended to the excellent musical entertainment provided by Duncan Chisholm from Inverness the famous Scottish fiddle player and founder member of the famous band Wolfstone. He was accompanied by two well known Irish musicians from Dublin Gerry O’Conner banjo player and Tony Byrne guitar player.

Lady Captain, Di Dunning, with the Mixed Open prize-winners. Sunday 20th May - Mixed Open Summer, at last, came to Dollar for the Mixed Open on Sunday 20th May and in warm sunshine with the cold east wind away, a good field enjoyed the best of golfing conditions. The scores returned were of a high standard with the successful pairing of local members John McMillan & Pauline Kirkwood playing off a handicap of 23.5, putting together a very steady nett 63.5 to secure the Brown Rosebowl by three shots from husband and wife team Robin and Nancy Cumming. Father and daughter duo of Robert & Eilidh Watson produced the best scratch score for the second year in succession with a gross 75 - one shot better than last year. Ladies Captain, Di Dunning, presented the prizes as follows: Scratch: 1st R. Watson & E. Watson 75; 2nd R. Watson Jnr & L. Walker 78. Handicap: 1st J. McMillan & P. Kirkwood (23.5) 63.5 (Winners of the Brown Rosebowl); 2nd R. Cumming & N. Cumming (23.5) 66.5; 3rd G. Fenwick & M. Symington (15) 67.0; 4th C. MacKenzie & A. Cameron (21.5) 70.5. Saturday 19th May - Belhaven Qualifier Div 1: 1st Bradley Caine (8) 59; 2nd Neil Ronald (11) 65; 3rd Steven

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Bradley Caine winner of the Belhaven Qualifier McPherson (6) 69. Div 2: 1st Angus MacLean (13) 63; 2nd Gregor Johnston (18) 68; 3rd Alistair Simpson (22) 68. Dollar Ladies Wednesday 16th May - Jessie Lorimer (Round 1) 1st Kayleigh Marshall (20) 67; 2nd Barbara Malcolm (26) 67; 3rd Di Dunning (22) 69.

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SAUCHIE JUNIORS 1 OAKLEY UNITED 1 by Mark Wallace

auchie Juniors clinched promotion tonight to the Super League after a draw with Oakley United. The point meant that mathematically Sauchie Juniors could no longer be caught. However the end of the match had an anticlimax feeling to it, probably due to the high standards that this young team have set for themselves over the past two seasons. Sauchie now need four points from their remaining two matches to jump over Broxburn and win their second successive league title. Oakley United came to Beechwood with their manager Stevie Kay in charge for his last match, with Jason Dair taking over the reins next season. Oakley still had the chance to go level on points with Sauchie if they won, although they would also be required to score a barrell load of goals against a Sauchie defence which Ebenezer Scrooge would be proud of. Manager Fraser Duncan was forced to replace Morgan, who is suspended for two matches with Chris Purdie taking his place. Two further changes included Jon Tully and Steven Rennie replacing Steven Dolan and Dougie Wilson. Sauchie Juniors started the match brightly, taking the game to Oakley, with Carroll and Burns trying to get on the end of forward passes, although with no real outcome to their play. Oakley also had a couple of chances with Johnny Sinclair twice getting two headers in at the Sauchie goals, neither causing Halliwell any concern. After twenty two minutes Sauchie got off to a dream start with a goal from Darren Cummings. From the right side, Steven Rennie played a high cross, which appeared to take an eternity to come down. Darren Cummings positioned himself well and with his head, put the ball into the right side of the net, leaving Grant Page no chance. Sauchie took the inspiration from the goal and continue to search for a second. On the

thirty minute mark Alan Comrie managed to create a chance for himself, with his shot going into the Oakley goalkeeperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arms. Too often, Burns and Carroll found themselves flagged for off side from the far side linesman. On several occasions the linesman called it correctly however, he appeared over zealous with his flag and stopped moves where the Sauchie players were not off side. Ryan Blackadder for Oakley managed to get a cross into the Sauchie box, which was met by Brian Ritchie who directed his header into the arms of Halliwell. This chance also concluded with Oakley best period of the first half. With only four minutes to the end of the half Sauchie Juniors created a great opportunity. Ally Burns got down the wing and played the ball into Gary Carroll, who won the ball, then spun round to hit his shot with Page beaten. Unfortunately for Carroll and Sauchie Juniors the ball hit the post and across the goal line, then cleared. This was to prove a pivotal moment for Sauchie in this match. Instead of finishing the first half with a two goal cushion, it meant that there was still all to play for at the start of the second half. The second half started with Jon Tully having his header blocked by an Oakley defender. Neither side created any real opportunities in the early part of this half, although James Donaldson showed some great possession and enabled Darren Cummings to get a header on goals, which forced Page to save. Daniel Ashe replaced Ally Burns after ten minutes. After only fifteen minutes, Sauchie were reduced to ten men. A misjudged decision from Darren Cummings to challenge for the ball just inside the Oakley half, resulted in a foul and his second yellow card of the match. Oakley took advantage of the extra player and pressurised the Sauchie defence.

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From a Lee Dair corner, Blackadder hit his shot just wide of the Sauchie post. With twenty eight minutes played, substitute Steven Leslie was played into the box and hit the ball wide of Halliwell before being adjudged to having been fouled by the goalkeeper. Referee Stokoe pointed to the spot and gave Halliwell a yellow card. Charles Scarborough coolly stepped up to level the score. Two minutes later Fraser Duncan was sent to the stand for the second time this season by Stokoe for disagreeing with a refereeing decision. Stokoe is a referee, who is not a stranger to Sauchie and he has a certain style of refereeing, which can frustrate players and supporters alike. Sauchie need to take learning from these situations for future matches which Stokoe will be officiating in. A minute later Gary Carroll managed to get a cross into the Oakley box which Donaldson just failed to connect with. At the same time there was an off the ball incident involving Oakley’s Steven Leslie seen by the Linesman,

resulting in his sending off for violent conduct. Sauchie tried to press for a winner, with many crosses into the Oakley penalty area, which they were able to clear. Gary Carroll had two shots saved by Page. With five minutes remaining, Bell and Wilson came on for Feaks and Donaldson respectively. On the stroke of the final whistle, Sauchie had a legitimate claim for a penalty, when Bell appeared to be brought down by an advancing Grant Page. It was the point earned that now means Super League football for the first time in Sauchie’s history and congratulations must go to the management team of Fraser Duncan, Davie Beaton and James Simpson and finally to each of the Sauchie Juniors squad, who’s efforts have resulted in another historic season. Without much rest, Sauchie Juniors go in hunt of further silverware, with a semi final against Kinnoull in Perth, in the East of Scotland Cup, on 23 May with a ko 7.15. A major week for the players at Sauchie Juniors.

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JUNIOR FOOTBALL

BALLINGRY ROVERS 2 SAUCHIE JUNIORS 3 S

auchie Juniors travelled through to the Kingdom of Fife for an early kick off with a very resistant Ballingry Rovers, who were not prepared to end their season in defeat. In their penultimate game of the season, Sauchie still needed to take something from this match to ensure that their last game was meaningful. Fraser Duncan made two changes to the team that drew with Oakley on the Wednesday evening, by bringing in Daniel Ashe and Steven Bell for Kenny Feaks and Ally Burns. Sauchie started the match, playing up the slope at Ore Park, with a great attitude as demonstrated through their outfield play. The first chance however did fall to Jayson Alexander in four minutes, who’s shot was tipped over by Bryn

to settle and pass the ball around. Daniel Ashe had a further attempt at goals with his attempt going sky bound. Ballingry had a free kick which the Sauchie defence where able to clear. On the thirty minute mark, Alan Comrie was booked by referee, David MacKenzie, for a foul on Paul Duncan, who was about to break free down the right. At this time, Ballingry were enjoying more possession and putting Sauchie under more pressure, however without any cutting edge to their play. As the half time whistle approached, Sauchie had a further chance, when a long throw from Rennie was met by Tully who laid on the ball for James Donaldson. His shot was blocked by Smith. Sauchie Juniors increased their

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Halliwell. A minute later Sauchie opened the scoring for the second successive game through the head of Darren Cummings. Gary Carroll made space for himself to cross the ball into the path of Cummings who headed the ball past Kevin Smith in the Ballingry goals. A great start. Sauchie were to hold the level of all of five minutes when a Ballingry Rovers’ free kick from Lee Morrison was played high and deep. Jamie Gilfillan rose above everyone to net an equaliser with a header. Sauchie Juniors responded immediately and Gary Carroll produced a terrific shot which Smith could only palm out. Steven bell reacted the quickest to the loose ball and followed in to blast the ball past the helpless Smith to restore Sauchie’s one goal advantage. A minute later Gary Carroll was again involved in Sauchie’s next move, when his cross was punched out by the Ballingry goalkeeper, but only to the feet of Chris Purdie, who was then fouled on the edge of the box. Daniel Ashe stepped up to take the free kick which was hit too straight at the goalkeeper. The game continued to be played at a high tempo with either team giving each other any opportunities

lead further, when Halliwell launched a long ball which Gary Carroll challenged for with defender, Ross Graham. From the edge of the box, Graham unfortunately headed the ball over the head of Smith and into the net for an own goal. Sauchie went in at half time with a two goal cushion. If the large travelling Sauchie support believed that the match was over, then they were to be mistaken as Ballingry Rovers started the second half brightly. Halliwell was called quickly into action when he saved a shot from Jayson Alexander, resulting in a corner. From the corner, Tully cleared the ball, which was dispatched back into the danger area of the Sauchie box. Again Jamie Gilfillan out jumped Halliwell to the cross and headed into the Sauchie goals for his second of the match. The game changed for Sauchie with their backs to the wall for the majority of the match. Ballingry went at Sauchie Juniors determined to show their manager Dave Blaikie their worth as players for next season. For the purist of football, the fair on display was not the prettiest. Sauchie found themselves camped in their own half for long periods and

a through ball intended for Gilfillan. The referee, MacKenzie somehow found an extra six minutes of injury time to add on which baffled the Sauchie supporters, who were willing the referee to blow for full time. Sauchie saw out the match to collect another three valuable points. One point is all that is now required for this young team made up of local lads to win the East Premier League and their second successive title. All roads now lead to Arniston, who finished their own league campaign bottom of the table. When Sauchie last met Arniston Rangers in the league, they won three - nil. Manager Duncan and assistants, Beaton and Simpson will ensure there is no complacency in their preparations. Every Sauchie Juniors player will be aware of what is expected in their part of making history at the club. With a large travelling support expected it will have the feel of a home match for the Sauchie team. Sauchie Juniors are again in action, away to Kinnoull in the East of Scotland semi-final at Tulloch Park, Perth, on Wednesday 23rd May with a 7.15 kickoff.

with many occasions the ball was played around the Sauchie box like a pinball. It was twenty six minutes before Sauchie had their first shot of the second half at the Ballingry Rovers goals. Darren Cummings collected the ball and cut in before curving a ball just past Smith’s left post. Manager Duncan brought on Burns and Wilson for Carroll and Donaldson. The game continued to be scrappy with lots of commitment and efforts from both sets of players. As demonstrated throughout the season, the Sauchie defence stood tall and strong, clearing their lines when required. Halliwell had to be alert near the end of the match when he raced off his line to collect

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Manager’s Comments

t’s been a tough week for the club with a very difficult home tie to local rivals Oakley united on Wednesday seeing us pick up another vital point towards our league tally. It was a hard fought contest and I would say a very clean, fair and entertaining game. However the officials some how found over 10 yellow cards and two reds which was disappointing to say the least. Another goal from Darren Cummings gave us the lead however Oakley got back in the Game with a penalty. This vital point meant the club secured promotion to the Super League and Junior football’s top flight, which is excellent for our club and squad. Moving forward to Saturday we had a very tough away fixture at the very stubborn and organised Ballingry Rovers. The game started well for us and we looked like the more likely and the goal came through again Darren Cummings with

his 9th goal this season. Ballingry then equalised and straight after they scored we went up the park and scored again after excellent play by Gary Carroll, it was up to Steven Bell to put the second goal away. Just before half time Bryn played forward a long ball directed towards the strikers and the Ballingry defender looped a stray header back over his own keeper and we went into the break 3-1 up excellent. Second half was always going to be tough and we worked extremely hard and defended well. Ballingry managed a goal through Jamie Gilfillan, his second of the day, which set us up for a nervy ending and we managed to hold out although we did have chances to score more and seal the game but it was a huge three points for us and means we can bring home the league trophy if we avoid getting beat at Arniston on Monday night. Last hurdle for the boys

and we really need the last final push to be back to back champions. Also a Semi Final on Wednesday against a tough Kinnoull side which could see us into the East Of Scotland Cup final and that would be a great way to finish off the season. A massive good luck to our players and I really hope we can pull this off. The player of the year night is on Friday night in the town hall with local band NAE DANGER providing the entertainment and if all goes well at Arniston this could be some party. Tickets still available @ £10 through George Goodwillie - 07840832552

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auchie Juniors were crowned as Champions of the ACA Sports East Premier League after winning away at Arniston Juniors last night. A large travelling support made the trip through to Gorebridge in anticipation of Sauchie getting the required point to clinch the league title from the hands of Broxburn Athletic. The season climax was set up after Sauchie managed to string together a series of wins and

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draws, but more importantly a win at the weekend against Ballingry. It caps off a fantastic season for Sauchie with back to back league titles, and now propels the junior side into the top flight of junior football in the East of Scotland, facing sides such as Bo’ness United, Linlithgow Rose and Camelon Juniors. One delighted supporter who made the trip to Gorebridge said; “I am delighted for the team, they have played very well this season and really deserve it.

“It was a bit touch and go tonight as Arniston played really well and took the lead, but I knew deep down that the boys would come good. “Two titles back to back is an amazing achievement, I am proud to be a Sauchie supporter!” The game against bottom of the league side Arniston was not a canter for Sauchie as the home side made life difficult. Arniston were leading for a vast majority of the match and it looked as though the single point

needed for Sauchie might just be out of reach. Sauchie looked a bit tired and out of options as the long ball did not work. A few key substitutions and Sauchie were back level and then in front viaw two free kicks in about three minutes from literally the same position. After which, it was one way traffic as they went on to secure the win. A full report will be in next week’s paper along with the celebration pictures.