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“I’ve only had 9 pints” - said drink driver

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n a week that has seen some spectacular car crashes across the county, a Clackmannanshire man was banned from driving for 18 months after ‘totalling’ his car at Muirside roundabout in Tullibody back in April after being three times over the limit.

Stephen Brown (24) appeared in Alloa Sheriff court yesterday (Monday) charged with careless, and inconsiderate, driving (Road Traffic Act 1988 S3) and driving or being in charge of a motor vehicle with alcohol concentration above prescribed limit (Road Traffic Act 1988 S5(1)(A)). The court heard how on the evening of 14th April 2012 witnesses were heading towards Glenochil Village when they noticed a red car travelling at speed towards them, approaching the Muirside roundabout. It was also stated how their vehicle was struck by a traffic cone caused by Brown’s car hurling past at speed. When they stopped to check their vehicle for damage they noticed Brown’s red BLIND COMPAN car on its roof at the ALLOA Y roundabout. When the Police arrived at the scene of Domestic & Commercial the accident, Brown The Only Blind Company was still in his car upside-down, held in You Need To Call by his seatbelt. Quality Service Guaranteed. There was a pungent Vertical, Roller Venetian and Velux smell of alcohol Free Estimates coming from Brown’s

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Pictured is the aftermath of a road traffic accident that happened in Menstrie last Friday. A witness said they heard tyre screeching followed by a very loud bang. More worrying is this happened just one street away from Menstrie Primary school. The driver would need to have been travelling at some speed to cause this amount of damage. car and when Police quizzed him over whether or not he had been drinking, the 24 year old replied: “I’ve only had 9 pints.” Upon further quizzing of

this, Brown then changed his tune to state that he had been out the night before and had consumed 9 pints, and on the evening of the accident had only consumed

a pint of Fosters, a can of lager and some Sambuca! The court heard how Brown had planned a night out in Stirling with a friend and once that night out

had fallen through, he was reluctant to leave his car in Sauchie over fears it may be stolen, so he decided to drive it to Tullibody. continued on page 10

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weecounty LETTERS Dear weecounty I was reading the article about Alloa Library being moved and I think that it is a great idea. The Speirs Centre is an old building with a lot of character and in my head a library is normally in a building like that and I think that moving it was the right choice. This building has a lot going for it and having the library inside it and the interior all done up it really does make a different and that means now the old library can be used for something very useful that we need in our high street. Jim, Alloa Dear weecounty

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being done. There are a lot of cases that you hear about where the sentences are light for offences and the criminals are needing harsher punishments but it is great to see someone get the comeuppance. To hear that the drunk driver has been banned for two years is brilliant, making our roas one step closer to become safer because idiot drivers like that are not on the road. It is about time somone pays for their actions properly and this is just great to hear. Susan, Tullibody Dear weecounty It is great to see our community try to save the environment and improving in our

recycling. Although the thought of more bins may have been annoying and initially thought of as a waste of money it is great to know that they are actually serving a purpose. Helping the environment is important and is something that should be take seriously so for our community to be doing well in such a thing it is great to see. Beth, Tillicoultry Dear weecounty Holiday Clubs for children during the summer are a fantastic idea as they keep them motivated and socialised with many class mates and new people. Holiday clubs let children express their imagination

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‘I will shoot you from close range between the eyes’ Prisoner sends letter to his partner

aniel Carr appeared from custody at Alloa Sheriff court yesterday (Monday) charged with threatening or abusive behavour (Criminal Justice and Licensing (Scotland) Act 2010 S38(1)). The court heard how Carr, who is currently serving a prison sentence, started sending threatening and abusive letters to his former

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partner. It was stated that the content of the letters included: “I don’t think its acceptable to grass”, “I wont stop until I get my revenge”, “I will shoot you from close range between the eyes’. Further statements from the fiscal detailed the intent

of Carr saying that further letters were sent that included variations on killing his partner. “There is a bullet here with your name on it’ and ‘Time is flying by for me but ticking by for you’. It is believed that Carr’s

actions started over arguments with his former partner over matters regarding his 4 children. That relationship has now ended. Carr admitted that he acted in a stupid manner and that what he did was wrong. The Sheriff deferred sentencing for Carr for 6months to allow a Criminal Justice Social Work report to be carried out.

MP supports Subpostmasters campaign to keep DVLA and other services

ordon Banks, MP for Ochil and South Perthshire has received a batch of 150 cards from members of the public in the Dollar area who are backing the National Federation of Postmasters (NFSP) campaign to ensure that the DVLA contract and other vital central and local government services remain with the Post Office. Subpostmasters across the UK are asking their customers to support the Post Office by sending the cards to their MP asking them to write to Transport Secretary Justine Greening, urging her to support the Post Office’s

bid to retain the DVLA contract and also Minister for the Cabinet Office Francis Maude, asking him to support their efforts to win new government work. The DVLA’s contract with the Post Office for ‘front office services’ expires in March 2013. In July the DVLA announced the phased closure of its 39 regional offices and said it aimed to provide face-to-face services through a network of 6,000 outlets and has put DVLA services, including car tax renewals out to tender. There are fears that many Post Offices across the country will not survive if they

fail to win the contract. The Department of Transport is expected to announce their decision in September. Gordon Banks MP said; “Post Offices are hugely important as they provide vital services to local people and are a trusted brand across the UK and in Ochil and South Perthshire with more branches across the country than other banks and building societies combined. A useful point to note also is that the number of post offices in the UK also significantly outweighs the number of all our major supermarket outlets which puts the size of the network into some perspective. The Coalition Government should be working to expand the range of services and commercial activities at Post Offices to ensure their longterm survival in our communities. If the Post Office does not retain the DVLA contract it will surely spell closure for many, many branches. I can assure everyone that has responded to this campaign that I will indeed be writing to the government to raise our deep concerns for the future of Post Offices in Ochil and South Perthshire. Furthermore I believe it is vital that our local authorities in Clackmannanshire and Perth and Kinross deliver a programme of expanding access to services and facilities from and to our

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Local Artists raise over £2,000 for cancer charities

rominent local artists who are members of Central Arts Association, have a wide selection of paintings on display at their “Ongoing” Charity Exhibition in Blossoms Coffee Shop/ Bistro in Torwood Garden Centre, Central Park, Bellsdyke Road, Larbert. The owners of Torwood Garden Centre, the Stevenson family, have kindly provided an exhibition area in their Blossoms Coffee Shop/Bistro for the artists to display their paintings. The Stevenson family are very generously donating their charge of 20% commission on the sale of each painting to MacMillan Cancer Support and Strathcarron Hospice. So far over £2,000 has been raised for the two charities from the commission charged on painting sales. To mark this achievement, Central Arts recently invited Jim McColl MBE the long-serving gardening expert and Presenter of the BBC series The Beechgrove Garden to the garden centre to present cheques for £500 to representatives from each charity, Coleena Brodie - Community Fundraiser for Strathcarron Hospice and Dudley Booth - Chairman of MacMillan Cancer Support Stirling Branch. Central Arts made a previous presentation of the first £1,000

Above: Clacks artists at cheque presentation Hare by Liz Allen

Right: Dunmore Pineapple by Jennifer McGuire raised to the charities in September 2011. This is an ideal opportunity for people to buy a piece of local art for someone dear to their heart as a wedding present, a retirement gift, for a special birthday or as a Christmas present and by doing so they would be also making a donation to Strathcarron Hospice and MacMillan Cancer Support. The exhibition comprises of over 100 framed and mounted

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paintings, prints and photographs in mainly traditional style. Including a mixture of local scenes, wildlife, floral, beach scenes and Scottish landscapes in a variety of mediums. New paintings are being introduced to this “Ongoing” exhibition regularly. The Blossoms Coffee Shop/ Bistro is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and from 10am to 5pm on Sundays. The garden centre is open until 5.30pm everyday so the exhibition can still be viewed after the Blossoms Coffee Shop/Bistro closes at 5pm. Central Arts is an entirely voluntary and non-profit mak-

ing association of artists. Their membership covers a wide area including Fife, Perth, Kinross, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Clackmannanshire and Stirlingshire. They are also staging an “Ongoing” exhibition of framed paintings & prints, hand made jewellery, hand painted silk scarf’s and hand made cards for all occasions in “The Tipsy Nipper Restaurant Gallery at Fife Airport, Goatmilk, Glenrothes. In November they will be staging a 3 month exhibition in “The Gallery”, at G R McFarlane, Watchmaker & Jewellers, 41 Mill Street, Alloa. www.centralarts.co.uk

Family firm programme to be launched in Clackmannanshire C

lackmannanshire Council are set to launch a scheme aimed at getting young people who have been in local authority care into work. The Council’s Housing Health and Care Committee last week gave the go-ahead to the introduction of the Clackmannanshire Family Firm Programme, which has been piloted elsewhere and has been cited

by Scottish Government as an example of good practice. The intention of the programme is to provide dedicated assistance to young people who are looked after by the Council at the point of leaving school and who have not been successful in getting work. The programme aims to target young people aged 17-years-old and over.

Housing, Health and Care Committee Convenor, Councillor Les Sharp, said: “This programme is not aimed to act in any way as a distraction to the existing programmes available to young people as they leave school, such as Activity Agreements and National Training Programmes, but should act as both a safety net and progression route for slightly older

young people.” The aim is to select seven or eight young people with the hope that at least five will continue through to the full-time placement. The programme aims to improve the employability of young people through a phased programme of confidence building, training, work based activity and ongoing support.

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Mellon Udrigle Beach by Maggie Bowie Councillor Sharp added: “For young people who progress through the early phases successfully this would see them get a full-time work placement within the Council of at least three months.” Information events will take place through the Opportunities for All network and after the selection process there will be a three to four week induction programme, carried out on a part-time basis to ensure youngsters understand what is on offer, what is expected of them and the support they will receive. After that there will be a four week part-time Placement

Induction when the young people selected will get the opportunity to get settled into their placement and make sure they are happy to continue on to a full-time arrangement. During the first three stages the young people will remain on benefits and will need to continue to meet job seeking conditions. But once they reach stage four they will become employees of the Council to enable them to break-down any financial worries they had of taking part in the scheme. It is expected it will take up to six months to progress young people from selection to completion of their placement.

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NEW HEAD TEACHER ARRIVES AT ALVA ACADEMY

new term and a new head teacher as Sharee MacKerron began this week her new position as Head Teacher of Alva Academy, succeeding John Meney, who retired at the end of the last term. The new head teacher was welcomed to the school by Clackmannanshire Council’s Convenor of Education, Councillor Ellen Forson. Councillor Forson said: “It is with the greatest of pleasure that I welcome Sharee to the school. She brings with her a wealth of experience in teaching, both north and south of the border, as well as having worked previously in rural communities. “I am sure that she will prove to be a very capable successor to Mr Meney and continue to take Alva Academy forward.” Sharee, 53, originally from Auchterarder, Perthshire, began her 23-year teaching career as a chemistry teacher in Northallerton Grammar School in North Yorkshire. From there she moved to Stokesley School, also in North Yorkshire, as an assistant head of sixth form. After that she enjoyed a spell at Egglescliffe School in Stocktonon-Tees as head of sixth form before returning to North Yorkshire as assistant head teacher at Thirsk School. Her career continued to move upwards when she was promoted to Deputy

Head Teacher at Billingham School in Stockton-on-Tees, where she spent three years, before returning to her native Scotland and to Perth Academy, also as Depute Head Teacher. Following that Sharee, an MSc BSc in Chemistry and NPQH, was appointed Senior Depute Head Teacher at Broughton High School, Edinburgh, where she has been for the past three years, including spending a term as Acting Head Teacher. She succeeds John Meney as Head Teacher at Alva Academy, John having retired at the end of June at the end of last term. Sharee, who arrived at the school this week, after a smooth, well organised and efficient handover, said: “Having been in the school over the summer I believe that I have come to a very good school and I am delighted to be given the opportunity to work with as very strong and committed staff at Alva Academy. “Results have improved tremendously in recent years and the school offers first class care and support to young people. “I am looking to build upon the work of Mr Meney, the previous Rector, in order to continue to move the school forward. Altogether I believe we can make this a reality through effective partnership with the parents, the staff and the

wider community. “These are indeed exciting times in school as we continue to implement Curriculum for Excellence.” Sharee is clearly focussed with a map for the future of all who have an involvement with Alva Academy. She added: “I want to make aspirations for the young people, the teachers and the parents, become a reality. “My ambition is that every young person derives the maximum benefit from the highest quality educational experience possible so not only do they achieve the very best they are capable of but that they also take with them life-long learning skills, confidence, will power and goal setting abilities into the future. “In essence the young people will leave Alva Academy as, thoughtful people equipped to play an effective role in our global society and their local community. “Being a Head Teacher of a school is a great privilege and I am looking forward to the challenges and rewards that go with it. The message I have given to staff is that we are good, but we can always get better.” Outside of teaching Sharee is a keen jogger and has successfully completed both the Stockholm and London Marathons, at the same time fund-raising for charity. She has also run numerous half-

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marathons, including the Great North Run from Gateshead to Newcastle. Sharee added: “Hill walking is another of my favourite pursuits. I also enjoy visits to the Lake District. Keswick is one of my favourite areas, in particular the spectacular views from the summit of

Catbells “For relaxation I also enjoy travelling, reading and listening to music.” Mother of two, her children Briana, 30, and Graham, 28, have also carved out successful careers. Briana has a pharmacy degree from Nottingham

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ouncillors last week were given a full update on the progress following an independent review of Clackmannanshire Council’s Long Term Childcare Team which was completed in late April. The review was commissioned by Chief Executive Elaine McPherson after concerns were raised by a sheriff in June 2011. A comprehensive draft action plan was put before a Special meeting of the Council in June 2012. Housing, Health and Care Committee Convenor, Councillor Les Sharp, said: “Social Services will strive to address the areas for recommendation and work is already well underway.” The first of what will be regular progress reports by Head of Social Services, Deirdre Cilliers, was tabled before the Housing, Health and Care Committee.

Councillor Sharp added: “The greatest challenge for the service is the operational teams achieving real change. A successful outcome will involve a change in performance. Considerable effort has been invested to support this over recent months. “Areas of greatest risk and priority were identified and ‘quick wins’ were achieved where possible. There has been a notable investment in staffing. The additional staffing, although not fully in place yet, will give the service the capacity it has needed for some time to respond to the high level of demand in the Child Care Service.” Front line staff have had additional communication and information sessions and regular development

events to support key area of practice. A number of major changes have been implemented since the Review in April, particularly Child Protection, ensuring support for staff and that they are appropriately trained. All childcare services in Clackmannanshire will undertake the Public Service Improvement Framework assessment this autumn. In addition the Council are fully focussed on the need to work closely with external scrutiny bodies and key partners to support improvement and provide reassurances both internally and to the Council. The Council’s assistant Heads of Service will hold regular meetings with solicitors who have ongoing

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Youth headbutts MP condemns SSE 9% adult over party energy price rise refusal By Court Reporter

ix youths appeared at court yesterday (Monday) all charged in a related incident that left some adults injured. The court heard how Dean Dalglish, John Tallis, Euan Birrell, David Nicol, Michael Ward and Alan Watt caused havoc on the evening of 27th March 2012. The team attended a party in Devonway, Clackmannan with intent to cause trouble after it was reported that Dalglish’s younger brother had returned from the party claiming he had been assaulted. At the party, the parents answered the door advising the group that they were not welcome and should leave, only for them to head to the adjacent lane to the property. The father (Mr Clark) then

went outside to ask the group again to leave as they were not welcome, accompanied by his wife. The court heard how Birrell then headbutted Mr Clark and how Tallis pushed and started shouting and swearing at Mrs Clark. It was told how Mr Clark also tripped and fell, breaking his ankle in the process. The ordeal was described as a ‘harrowing time’ for the Clark family. It was told by the defence that Birell felt corned by Mr Clark and the only course of action he could think of was to headbutt him. All six plead guilty to their charge and were handed fines of £150 with the exception of Birrell who was given a £300 fine. Sheriff Mackie said: “You formed a group with intent.”

ordon Banks, MP for Ochil and South Perthshire has condemned energy company SSE’s shock plans to increase electricity and gas prices by 9% on October 15th 2012. The increase will affect 5 million electricity and 3.4 million gas customers and will mean a rise of more than £100 pa on an SSE standard dual fuel bill. SSE’s CEO Ian Marchant said the increases were “regrettable but unavoidable”, blaming them on the rising costs in wholesale markets and using the National Grid Network. Gordon Banks MP said; “This is yet another blow for cash-strapped families and pensioners in Clackmannanshire who are

auchie Tower has been announced as one of eight historic buildings around the country which this week were awarded a total of £2 million in grants to carry out essential repair and restoration works. The money is from the latest round of Scottish Government monies in the shape of Historic Scotland’s Building Grants. Sauchie Tower, which is owned by Clackmannanshire Heritage Trust, is supported by Clackmannanshire Council Councillor Donald Balsillie, the council’s representative board member on the Heritage Trust, said: “This is a tremendous boost and both the Trust and Clackmannanshire Council welcome the grant and support from the Scottish Government. “It will ensure that essential repair and restoration work can be carried out to a high standard and ensure that such a historic and important building in our county can be reused and enjoyed by many people for generations to

come.” Sauchie Tower, considered to be an outstanding example of a large, early 15th century tower house, was awarded £278,448, with the money to be used to complete the restoration of the historic building. It was built by Sir James Schaw, governor of Stirling Castle and a member of one of the more influential families in Medieval Scotland in the early 1400s. The tower complex includes an outer wall, cobbled courtyard and large hall with kitchen and bread oven. The west courtyard wall was partly remodelled c1490, to include gunholes and corner tower. In 1631 this was incorporated into Sauchie House, built by Alexander Schaw, who was knighted in 1633 by Charles I. In c1710 the family moved to their new mansion of Schawpark. A cottage was built against the south end of Sauchie House. The tower roof fell in c1858 and the corner turrets and gables collapsed

already struggling to make ends meet and are no doubt dreading the winter fuel bills. The government’s energy bill has had no effect on reforming the energy market and the energy giants are still calling the shots with their price increases and complex tariffs. Just a short time ago we had Scottish Gas talking price hikes, now we have SSE, who have seen increased profits, making this announcement. The Coalition Government must act to stem the flow before the other companies follow suit. We are in a doubledip recession and this is the last thing vulnerable customers need. This is further proof that this Government is completely out of touch with everyday reality for millions in the UK.”

Prisoner makes illegal call to pregnant girlfriend who had been stabbed

arry Dyker appeared in Alloa Sheriff court charged over using a mobile communication device whilst in prison. The court heard how prison staff use a portable mobile detector device within the jail to search for any prisoner

Sauchie Tower to benefit from historic building grant S

c1890. Sauchie House was demolished in 1930 and the cottage soon afterwards. Sauchie Tower is owned by Clackmannanshire Heritage Trust, which has begun a programme of repair and conservation. The Friends of Sauchie Tower were established to support the restoration of the tower. The group was awarded a Heritage Lottery Fund grant to carry out the project entitled Sauchie Tower and its Environs. It included an excavation by Addyman Associates and enthusiastic local volunteers which greatly increased knowledge of the site. Clackmannanshire Heritage Trust and the Friends hope to complete the excavation of the site, finish the restoration of Sauchie Tower and conserve the ruins of Sauchie House and the surrounding landscape. And with this grant from the Scottish Government, it appears they are well on their way to achieving that aim.

By Court Reporter breaking the regulations regarding having such device. The fiscal reported that at 17:45 on the 29th February, prison staff at Glenochil found an exceptionally high reading outside Dykers cell. Once they entered his cell they found Dyker sitting

on his bed using a mobile phone. Dyker told the court that he had learned that his girlfriend who was 20 weeks pregnant with his child had just been stabbed – and he was calling to make sure that she was ok.

Dyker also claimed that he did not own the phone and had in fact borrowed it. Sheriff Mackie acknowledged that Dyker had been punished for his actions whilst in Glenochil, and handed out a 30 day concurrent jail sentence.

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Energy efficiency Opening more doors initiatives given cash boost

lackmannanshire residents are already feeling the heat, after a £3.5 million energy efficiency programme aimed at improving warmth around the house and at the same time slashing fuel bills. Almost 700 homes around the county will benefit from the Council’s energy efficiency initiatives since works began. The works being carried out are only available in areas of Clackmannanshire identified as CESP areas - Community Energy Saving Programme. Housing Committee Convenor, Councillor Les Sharp, said: “There will be significant savings to the Council as a result of these works being carried out and the millions of pounds worth of investment. They will also be of major benefit to the tenants immediately in terms of the reduction of fuel costs and energy bills. “The Council has a clear commitment to energy efficiency and various projects are already underway around the county. Maximising energy efficiency and targeting fuel

poverty is something which has been highlighted as a major priority for this Council. “This is a one-off opportunity and one, which it is believed, is unlikely to be repeated.” Thermal overcladding at Carseview, Tullibody, began in the third week of July with a programme to be completed by December. A massive 221 homes, 110 Council properties and 111 private houses at Carseview, are being thermally insulated over the next five months. The £2 million expenditure for these projects has been 100 per cent grant funded. The thermal overcladding has also been offered to private homes at no cost to either the owners or the Council. This year alone the Council has contracts currently being carried out to upgrade 250 gas central heating systems, including electric to gas installations. Vice Convenor of Housing, Provost Tina Murphy, said: “We have been waiting for many years for new central heating installations to come to Carseview and it will be good news for all our

homeowners for many years to come with reduced heating bills.” In addition at Bowmar, Alloa, the programme to over clad 170 houses and install new central heating systems will be completed by the end of the year. Central heating upgrade works began in June by and the start of August more than 140 systems have been upgraded and contracts are in place to complete the work by the end of the year. A further review has since identified a further 97 homes in Clackmannanshire that require upgrading and are eligible for grant funding. Councillor Sharp added: “It was initially planned to carry out works on 600 inefficient gas and electric centrally heated properties.” Last Thursday, the Housing Committee provisionally approved £200,000 to be brought forward from the energy efficiency funding in the 2013/14 budget, the council’s contribution to the works making best use of available grant funding.

Rev. Mary Henderson was guest speaker at a “Pimm’s and Puddings” afternoon at Dollar Academy last week. She told the group lots of amusing stories about her exploits when learning the

art of Belly Dancing and afterwards persuaded some “volunteers” to take part. All this was in a very good cause as Opening More Doors was raising money for Action for Children, to help fund its

Clackmannanshire projects. The photograph shows Mary being thanked by Kit Gow chairman of Opening More Doors. For any further information please contact Kit Gow 01259 217511

Shoplifter refused bail G raham Lindsay appeared at Alloa court accused of stealing cleaning products from the Coop in Alloa. Lindsay is believed to have left the store with a bag full of cleaning products. Staff at the Co-op then

watched back the CCTV to see Lindsay fill a carrier bag with the products off the shelf. Lindsay was later arrested for shop lifting and the stolen goods were never recovered. The court heard that Lindsay is currently serving a community payback order

and did not know why he stole the goods. Sheriff Mackie refused bail for Lindsay, opting to keep him in custody until he is due to appear in court on the 6th September for another matter. He said: “You will be remanded in custody, there are no excuses for your actions.”

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Clacks Pupils Head History of Inglewood for Olympic Stadium A

fter the resounding success of the Olympic Games, the focus is set to turn on the Paralympics, which open this week. As sporting fever once again grips the nation, a group of Clackmannanshire have been invited to join in the fun with tickets allocated to them for the Paralympic Games in the Olympic Stadium in London - free of charge. The lucky schools from around the county who have been given the tickets are: Menstrie Primary, Banchory Primary, Alva Primary, Claremont Primary and Muckhart Primary. Each have three tickets for various sessions throughout the Games as part of the Get Set Olympic Ticket Allocation. Sport and Leisure Convenor, Councillor Ellen Forson said: “It is a wonderful opportunity for our young children to sample the atmosphere of the Olympic Stadium, particularly so soon

after the huge success of the Olympics. It will hopefully give them the drive to further their own sporting ambitions and will be a boost to their health and fitness.” First to sample the fantastic atmosphere will be the children of Alva Primary School, who have three tickets for the session beginning at 10am on Friday, 31st August. Among the events on during that session are the finals of the women’s long jump and discus and the men’s shot put. They will also see the rounds of the women’s 100 metres and the men’s 200

metres. On Monday, 3rd September, three pupils from Muckhart Primary will be in the Olympic Stadium from 10am onwards. Among the highlights that morning are the finals of the women’s shot put, men’s long jump and the rounds of the men’s 1500 metres. Menstrie Primary have been given three tickets for 10am until 1.40pm session on Wednesday, 5th September. They will see the semi-finals of the women’s 100 metres and rounds of the men’s 800 and 5000 metres. The following day three children from each of both Banchory Primary and Claremont Primary visit the Olympic Stadium for the 10am until 1.30pm session. Feature events that day include the final of the men’s triple jump, the semifinals of the men’s 800 metres and the rounds of the women’s 1500 metres.

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va Gardiner of Ceteris who own Inglewood House Conference & Business Centre in Alloa is creating a written and photographic history of the building from its time as a family home to an Eventide Home. The picture shows the workmen involved in the building of

Inglewood House just prior to its completion. Do you have any stories or memories of the house, did your grandparents / great grandparents work there or do you recognise anyone in the picture from family photographs? Eva is keen to speak to anyone who would like to share their

memories of Inglewood and for them to be a written part of the history of Inglewood. You can contact Eva on 01259 721454 or email egardiner@ceteris.co.uk Inglewood House will be taking part in the Doors Open Day on Saturday 1st September between 10am and 4pm.

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are still available on this scheme. Interested pupils should contact Ms Ramsay in the PE department.

Welcome A warm welcome back to all staff and pupils for session 2012-13. A particular welcome to our 140 new S1 pupils who started the process of settling in on Wednesday of last week. A full year calendar is now on the website. The website contains lots of useful information and is regularly updated with school news and details of forthcoming events.

S1 and S4 photos Individual photos of all pupils in s1 and S4 will be taken on Tuesday 4th September. Following this, photos will be available for purchase via an envelope which will be sent home.

Assemblies This week’s assemblies continue the theme of Alloa Academy’s expectations of all pupils. S2 had a special introduction to the “Murder Most Horrid” unit on which they will be working in Technology period. Rugby School 13 of our S1 pupils have begun the rugby school programme this week. They have committed to attending 4 sessions per week of rugby, two within school time, one lunchtime and one after-school session. A few places

Freshes’ Fayre On Friday of this week, all pupils will have the chance to visit the Freshers’ Fayre in the assembly hall. There, they will have the opportunity to find out about the wide variety of activities available within the school and the local area. A large inflatable golf area will Parent Council Our Parent Council meets monthly and we are currently seeking new volunteers to join the group. If you would like more information, please contact the School Office.

‘I’ve only had 9 pints” said drink driver

Welcome Back All pupils and staff were welcomed back after a long and enjoyable summer holiday. A particular welcome was issued to the new S1 pupils. They have settled very well to the challenges of their secondary school careers. S6 Buddies escorted all S1 pupils to and from classes last week but with effect from Monday 27th August S1 pupils are expected to make their own way around school. Results Congratulations to all candidates who were successful in the SQA examinations. Many aspects of the school’s results are pleasing. This week senior pupils have worked with Mr Wood to address key changes to their course selection in the light of their results.

Senior Pupil Transition Programme All S6 will participate in Lornshill’s well established programme for transition into S6. This will be held on Thursday 30th August.

photograph taken on Friday 7th September and once again full school uniform is expected.

Wake Up Warm Up This Friday will be the annual ‘wake up, warm up’ event in Lornshill Academy. All S1 pupils will take part in a short physical activity before signing up for a variety of extra curricular sporting clubs which run at lunch and after school. Pupils will be encouraged to participate in as many clubs as possible.

School Car Park All parents and carers are asked, please, to avoid using the school grounds, particularly the car park and drive for setting down and picking up their young people. Further details will be issued via the first school newsletter of the new session but the help and support of all parents and carers in working to create the safest possible environment would be much appreciated.

Prefect Photographs The formal S6 photograph will be taken on Friday 7th September. All S6 must ensure they wear full school uniform, including blazers. S5 Prefects will also have a formal

Glasgow University Open Day A large number of S6 students will attend Glasgow’s open day on Wednesday 5th September. This is a regular feature of the 6th year programme.

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It was also told that the reason Brown ploughed into the roundabout was because he was ‘changing a CD’ in his car. The defence pushed Sheriff Mackie on sending Brown on a drink driving course but he was having none of it. He said to Brown who plead

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acrobatics as they fly above the group catching tasty midges. Keep your senses alert for other creatures of the night . If you are lucky you may hear Owls calling. People taking part are advised to bring warm clothing , sturdy footwear and a torch .

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Dollar Academy girls tell of their youth leadership experiences

Polish man caught driving disqualified A

At which point, Police intervened to find the accused was in fact driving whilst disqualified. The court also learned that Mr Lubkowski had never held a UK licence and only held a Polish licence and was unsure about the consequences about his disqualification. It was claimed that the ban was ‘never made clear that he could not drive’. Mr Lubkowski was fined £150 and banned from driving for a further year.

lloa court has heard how a Polish man was caught driving whilst disqualified. Jacek Lubkowski plead guilty to the charge of driving whilst disqualified after being caught by Police officers back in May this year. The court heard how the accused set off from his home at 0630 on the morning of the 11th May, and made his way to the Tesco store in Alloa for petrol.

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What’s on in your weecounty Alloa Slimming world: every TUESDAY CRAWFOD HALL, BRAEHEAD (Next to Linden Inn) 7.00pm. Further details from Margo tel. 07879 477 921 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. We are looking for new members both young and old, come along for a warm and friendly welcome. We cover all of Clackmannanshire. So if you reside in the area and feel free to come along and have a chat. 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. Alloa Indoor Bowling Club Seniors Section: The new season starts on Monday, September 10. League details are posted on the stadium noticeboard. 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 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 or monthly activities and were 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 festival 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 Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 8.30pm at the OAP Welfare Hall, Erskine Street, Alloa. For further details contact Betsy on 01259 213 096 or 07855 185 058. Healing Rooms: The group’s vision is to see the healing, liberating and life transforming power of Jesus made accessible to all. Healing Rooms are available to everyone, whether they have any connection or not, and prayer is offered free of charge by small groups of trained volunteers from different local churches. Healing Rooms are open every Tuesday 11am to 1pm in Moncrieff Church Hall, Drysdale Street, and every Wednesday, 7.30pm to 8.30pm in Elim Church Greenside Street, Alloa. For further information contact the local director Elaine McDonagh telephone 07742 175 453 or e-mail alloa@ healingrooms-scotland.com. Circuit Class Every Monday 6pm to 7pm at Alloa Academy Games Hall. Cost - £4 (£2.90 concession) Suitable for all levels of fitness from beginners to advanced. Exercises are performed on a time basis and allow you to work at your own pace. A mixture of cardiovascular and resistance exercises which help with weight loss, improved muscle tone, self esteem and confidence leading to a healthier lifestyle. If you would like further informtaion please contact: James on 07977 268 261 or e-mail jmculloch@clacks.gov.uk. Alloa Spiritualist: The medium on Sunday was Bill Thomas from Glasgow in the OAP Hall, Erskine Street, Alloa at 6.30pm. There were 27 people present at the meeting and a total of five messages were given. The talk was about how we take our memories when we go into the spirit world. Alloa Ludgate Church: Plans are progressing well for the Family Fun Day within the grounds of the church on September 8 which will have displays of Taekwondo and dancing as a large number of stalls, live music and activities for all ages. A Songs of Praise Service will be held in the newely refurbished sanctuary on the evening of the September 9. This will be the last service at Wright, will play as he is moving to a Church in Dunfermline. There is a Prayer Time at 9.15am each Sunday to pray for the concerns of the

congregation and to prepare for worship. All are welcome to join at any time for service which blend traditional and contemporary worship in the peaceful surroundings. St Mungo’s Parish Church of Scotland: The annual BBQ in the grounds of the Manse took place on Saturday, August 25 at 2pm, and it was very successful. The Sunday school has started back up again and any child of any age can come along. It begins at 11.15am. The coffee morning in the ABC on Saturday, September 1 begins at 10am. Tickets costing £2 are now available from Janet Hunter on 01259 214 313 or from Douglas Cousin on -1259 751 256 An outing to the Perth Concert Hall to see the musical, Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat has been arranged to take place on Wednesday, September 12, and will be leaving at 11.30am and will return to Alloa at 6pm. For more details please contact John Carruthers on 01259 213690. A family ceilidh will be taking place in Alloa Town Hall on Saturday, September 22 beginning at 7pm. Tickets cost £6 per person or £15 for a family ticket. These can be purchased now from Roberta Milne, Jennifer Syme or Rev. Sang. Moncrieff UF Church: Ian Boa conducted worship on Sunday at the service that took place at 11.30am. The church cafe continues to run on Monday mornings from 10am till noon. Moncreiff Church Hall is available on a number of days in the week and is available for hire for meetings and other events. Contact Graeme Forrest on 07711370369 for further details and information. Moncrieff Church Boys Brigade Company: Following from the Company Section’s Annual Summer Camp, all sections have a couple of weeks until their new section resumes. All Section of the Company will begin their winter session on the first normal meeting night in September, from Anchor Boys (P2 and 3) and Juniors ( P4/5 and 6) this is Tuesday, September 4 at 5.30pm and 7pm respectively both in Moncreif Church Hall; for Company Section ( P7 – age 18 ) this will take place on Friday, September 7 at 7.15pm in Alloa Academy. Anyone with queries or seeking further information about the company should telephone 01259 212 023. Alloa Bridge Club: Latest results – N/S 1 Margo Webster and Jim Paterson, 2 Eric Howman and Jimmy Hamilton, 3 Tony Cervi and Pam Dawson. E/W 1 John Bain and Sheila Logan, 2= Margaret Bowie and Helen

McKillop, 2=Helen O’Brian and Pam Scolley. Care with Confidence: Do you help to look after someone who could not manage without your help? We can help you to learn some useful skills. Free Care with Confidence sessions are due to be held in your area at the Carers Centre, Alloa and other localities over the next few weeks. If you would like more information, please telephone Stella McDonald or Ian McCourt at the Falkirk Careers Centre on 01324 611510 or e-mail ianmccourt@centralcareers. co.uk Alloa East End Bowling Club: Junior Section – coaching sessions for all school aged children 17 and under on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3.30pm to 5pm. First session free the 50p thereafter. For further details please telephone Margo on 01259 216953. Patons and Baldwins Recreation and Welfare Trust: Sequence Dancing Section meets on Wednesdays, 7pm to 9.30pm in the Sports Pavilion, Tullibody Road, Alloa. All are welcome. St Mungo’s RC Parent and Toddlers Group: A waiting list is now operating and a place on the list can be booked by telephoning 07791 321308. Golden Age Club: The club meets on a Wednesday in Patons Sports Pavilion at 1.30pm to 3.30pm while whist and dominoes are being played. Ladies and Gents are welcome. For details telephone 01259 212252. Alloa Albion 1997, under 16’s are looking for new players. Training is Monday and Wednesdays 5.45pm till 7.30pm at the Redwell Park, Alloa. For more information contact Sammy on 07837 012 293. Alloa Tower: Costume Guided Tours – tours will take place on August, 4 from 1-4pm. Go along and meet characters from the past in 16th century costume, and hear their stories of the tower. CCWBA: A prize bingo tea will be held in Patons Bowling Club on Tuesday 4 September at 7.30pm. All are welcome. Alloa Tea Dance: A tea dance is held in Alloa Town Hall every Monday from 2pm to 4pm. All are welcome. Charities Lady Night – Charities Lady Night will include scrummy butlers and will take place in Patons Club, Alloa on Friday, September 14, commencing at 8pm and finishing late. Tickets cost £10 and all money raised will be donated to PFCC ( Local

Childrens Charity). To get tickets for this event phone Margo on 07879 477921 to find out about this great night that has not to be missed. Alloa Christian Outreach: The meetings will resume on Wednesday, September 5 in Alloa Baptist Church Hall at 10.15am for tea and coffee. All will be made very welcome.

Alva Alva Toddlers: We are continuing with our usual Tuesday and Friday sessions at the Cochrane Hall 9.30am till 11.30am. Friday, August 31st is the famous ColourFest! Friday, September 7 is sense-sational, come along and explore your senses. All Pre-school children and their grown ups are very welcome. 2 per session and the first session is free. All children get a healthy snack and milk and there’s a coffee bar for the grown-ups. See you all there! 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 534 902. Ditch the workout join the party. Bookbug sessions: Go along and join free rhyme, song and storytelling sessions for the under-fives at Alva CAP on Thursdays from 10am to 11.30am. Excluding school and public holidays. Alva and Menstrie Girl Guiding: the girl guiding are looking for new rainbows 5 to 7 years: brownies 7 to 10 years; guides 10 to 14 years; adults and unit helpers 18+. For more information on how to join telephone Margret on 07765 494 424 or Janice on 07837 239 921. Despite this being the holiday season,the Crafters intended to remain open on Tuesday mornings, Wednesday evenings and Fridays. If you are having one of the currently popular “staycautions,” why not come along and see what we have on offer.Who knows, you may reawaken some long dorment woody skills, in Alva at Corden Street. We regret that children under the age of 16 cannot take part, unless accompanied by a rresponsible adult. Contact Archie Scott 751947 or adscott@zoolou.co.uk, Robert Miller 219144 or miller.ripj@ mypostoffice.co.uk or Richard Douglas, 761618 or richard@ douglasfoto.force9.co.uk Fibro Friends Group: Meeting will be held on the second

Friday of every month at 2pm in the 140 Fairtrade Shop in, Alva. Join them for an informal cuppa (by donation) meet other ‘Fibromites’, enjoy speakers as well as getting information and support. They ask for £1 as an entry fee that will be put towards running costs. For more information call Roni on 08448 872 425 or email fibrofriendsgroup@hotmail.co.uk Alva Baptist Church: Please note that there will be no coffee mornings in the Church until after the school holidays. Alva Pensioners Association: The bus trip to Breahead ,Glasgow will be held on Tuesday, September 18, leaving form Alva at 10.30am and not returning from Glasgow until 4pm. Tickets cost £5 and will be on sale at Parklands on Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 August from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. The next dance will be held on Saturday, August 25. Darby and Joan Club: The club started back on September, 5. Wee County Walkers: get to know your area better – have fun and become fitter! Free short walks – only about one hour – with walk leaders. No booking required. In Alva, noon every Monday at Car Park behined Cochrane Hall. 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. 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. Anyone wishing to use this facility please see the notice board for further details. Wee County Crafters: The crafters are preparing for the autumn and winter sessions, with members starting projects raging from building bookshelves through dolls houses to carving unicorns. New members have continued to join and several have discovered the joy of woodturning while others have equipped their patios with outdoor furniture for the summer. OK, what summer. So that even more people can enjoy the benefits of amateur woodworking, the Crafters plan to hold and open day at the Workshop in early October. There will be demonstrations of various crafts taking place during the day, as well as an exhibition of members work. Of course tea, coffee and biscuits will be offeres as always and everyone is welcome. Members of The Wee County Crafters is open to everyone over the age of 16 years and children from 10 to 16, if accompanied

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What’s on in your individually by a responsible adult. There is a subscription of 10 for six months and further 5 per week, which entitles members to use The Workshop as often as wished during opening hours in that week. The group have arranged discounts with major suppliers for tools and materials and keeps limited quantities of wood and intends to add to the stocks. If you want a hands-on activity for your spare time, come along to The Workshop in Cobden St, Alva on any Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday morning and see for yourself. The Wee County Crafters is a group of friendly, helpful people, eager to meet new people and willing to welcome you in. Contact Archie Scott on 01259 751 947 or Richard Douglas on 01259 761 618

Clackmannan Clackmannan Gala Day: A meeting is being held in Clackmannan Town Hall on Tuesday, September 4 to discuss next years Gala day. It has been 15 years since Clackmannan have had one and this meeting is to determins who is interested. The meeting begins at 7pm and anyone interested in helping please come along. Clackmannan Parish Church of Scotland: On Sunday morning the service is at 11.00am in the church and Sunday School begins today. On Tuesday the Coffee Morning is open from 10.00am in the Church Hall. On Wednesday the choir meets for practice at 6.45pm and the Prayer Groups meet at 8.00pm, both in the Bruce Memorial Hall. The stamo exhibition “Life of Jesus” can be seen when the church is open Until Sunday, September 2. We are participating in “Doors open day” on September 1 and 2 and the church is open 11.00am till 5.00pm on Saturday and 2pm until 4pm on Sunday. Until September 7 the church is open from 2pm until 4pm. For more information on these and other activities please visit our website at www.clackmannankirk.org. Anyone requiring the services of a minister should contact the Revd Scott Raby on 01259 211 255. Exercise Class: The Thursday Exercise class will resume in Clackmannan Town Hall on Thursday August 16 at 11am to noon. Carers Support Group: The Group meets on the last Thursday of the Month at 1pm in the Bruce Memorial Hall. The 36th Stirling (Clackmannan) Company: The Boys’ Brigade

meets on Fridays. Parents should contact the leaders for details of the programme. Contact Kathy for Anchor Boys on 07891 389 542. Lucky for Junior Section on 07538 693 554 and Bill for the Company Section on 01259 216 763. 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. Zumba class: On Wednesday from 7pm till 8pm feel the music and join in the fun with Zumba Fitness Classes. Entry fee £3. contact – Jenna on 07930 254 979 or email her at jennagraham7591@hotmail. com. Wee County Walkers: Why not join in the free walks led by the Wee County Walkers? Become fitter as you enjoy an easy interesting walk. No need to book. Meet them outside the Library just before 2pm on Wednesdays. 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. Beginners Pilates: Beginners Pilates will be held every Sunday at 6pm to 7pm in Clackmannan Town Hall. To book a space contact Lorna on 07533 173 335. Yoga Class: Yoga classes in Clackmannan Town Hall on Tuesdays at 1pm to 2.30pm. Details from June Mercer on 07835 835 919 or email june@ junesyoga.com Ian McLeans School of Dance: The class will be held in Clackmannan Town Hall every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. For more information telephone 01259 721 886. Zumba Class: A new Zumba class is starting at Clackmannan Town Hall from 6.30pm till 7.30pm. Contact 01259 721 886. Zumba Class: A new Zumba Class in Clackmannan Town Hall at 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Contact 01259 721 886 or 078811 762 687 for more details. Active Clacks Exercise Class Every Thursday 11 a.m. to 12 noon in Clackmannan Town Hall. £2.50 per session - no need to book. Suitable for all levels of fitness. Charity Music Concert: On Saturday, September 1 2012, James Lindsay is having a concert called Sounds of the Night, in aid of children and young people’s cancer charity CLIC Sargent. This will take place in Clackmannan Town Hall and will start at 7.30pm. Tickets for

the event cost £5. Local artists such as Alloa Bowmar Pipers who will be starting off the evening with a scottish traditional melody. Local singing sensation and former forefront and X Factor star Kirsty Docherty will also be performing including a collection of talented children who have taken part or won the CLAX Factor in recent years, open mic UK finalist Stacy Paris and her live band Tear Down the Sky will all be performing also. The evening will end with Dunblane’s Heart of Scotland choir singing the evening out. There will also be charity nail paint by Marge of Pinky’s Nail Bar in Stirling for just £5 and a donation for children, a BIG prize raffle and a buffet with refreshments, however you may bring your own bottle. If you are interested in joining

Coalsnaughton him for a night of fun, contact James on 07875 565 078. Coalsnaughton Burns Club: Cash bingo every Monday in the Lounge. Contact 01259 750517. Eyes down at 8.15pm, finished by 9.45pm. Fruit Barra: The Coalsnaughton Fruit Barra is open in Coalsnaughton Village Hall from Monday to Friday 10am until 5pm. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a cuppa at Coalsnaughton’s Community Café Society. If you have an hour or two to spare to help, please call into the hall. Telephone 01259 759 099.

weecounty Dollar Golf Club: Dollar Amateur Open – Dollar Golf Club has enjoyed a great season despite the bad weather with little or no interuption to competitions. Part year memberships are now available. For further details please call 07703 572 344. Find application forms that are available via the club website www.dollargorlfclub. com, by email to secretary@ dollargolfclub.com or telephone the club house on 01259 742 400. Dollar newspaper and magazine collection: Dates for 2012 – September 4 ; October 2; November 6; December 4. Ochil Hills Community Church: This Sunday, September 2 OHCC are holding their “First Things” meeting in the Dollar Civic Centre, Park Place at 7pm. The meeting is open to all and consists of, a time of praise with out understanding worship group, teaching and some testimony to God’s power. We will be available for anyone wishing to have prayer for healing or any other needs. Naturally there will be tea, coffee and the opportunity to chat. Morning service as usual at 11.am. Dollar Bowling Club: A race night and country and western night will be held on Saturday, September 22 at 8pm. Tickets cost £1.50. 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.

Scripure Union Holiday Club: Scripture Union and Ochil Hills Community Church are running a Holiday Club for children of Primary School age. This will take place in the Community Hall starting Tuesday 14thAugust through to Friday 17th. The meeting will be from 2pm to 4pm. On Sunday 17that 4pm, again in the Community Hall, there will be the final meeting of the Club. Parents, relatives and friends are invited to this. If any further information is

Dollar Horticular and Garden Club: The Annual Flower and Vegetable Show, including the crafts competition will be held on Saturday 1st September 2012 at the Burnside Hall, Dollar. Doors open at 1.30pm with the presentation of prizes at 2pm. Entrance £1 for adults, children 50p and families £2. Afternoon teas will be available at a cost of £2 for adults. Class schedules are available at thee Paper Shop and Brian Devlin’s in Dollar or can be downloaded by following the links at www.dollargardens.info

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Wee County Walkers: Why not join in the free walks lead by the Wee County Walkers? Become fitter as you enjoy an easy interesting walk. No need to book. Meet them outside the Health Centre Just before 10am on Thursdays. Find out about the local area as you walk. Walks are suitable for all abilities. Short, safe walks open to everyone. Come on your own or bring a friend.

required, please telephone 01259 769309. Dollar, Muckhart and Glendevon Parish Churches: Last Sunday, August 12 the morning worship service, Dollar took place in the Burnside Hall, at the regular time of 10.45am, as they celebrated the start of the Holiday Club Week. The service was lead by Rev Alan Ward and Mrs Trisha Tilly.

Carer Support Group: The group meets on the last Thursday of every month at 10am in the

Castle Campbell Hotel. Dollar Civic Centre: Information for community and voluntary groups. Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface is providing an information surgery for community and voluntary groups to give help and information in areas such as funding, constitutions and policies. Go along and speak to Maureen Hill CTSI Organisational Support Officer at Dollar Civic Centre. These meeting take place on the last Thursday of every month from 1pm to 2pm. Dollar Museum: The new exhibition celebrates the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Included are many artifacts and numerous photographs of the Coronation Celebrations that took place in Dollar on June 2, 1953: the fancy dress parade; the sports; five a side football; tree planting in the memorial gardens and the bonfire on the Gloom Hill. In addition there is a further display of photographs taken during the Queens visit to Dollar on June 28, 1963. Might you or someone you know be in any of the photographs? The permanent Devon Valley Railway photographs covering the line from Alloa to Kinross. Upstairs there is a small exhibition on the Japanese gardens at Cowden Castle and one on Dollar Academy. The museum is open until Christmas 2012 on Saturdays from 11am to 1pm and 2pm until 4.30pm, on Sundays from 2pm until 4.30pm. The last museum at the top of the East Burnside. Entry is free and all is welcome. Dollar Boys Brigade Company: Mr Bob Anderson and Mrs Dianne Broome will welcome all boys in P7orJ2 at school – 18 years of age to the start of the new session of Company Section on Friday 24 August from 7.00pm – 9.30 in the Burnside Hall, Dollar. Various activities, competitions and badges are all part of this uniformed organisation for boys. If you have not been before please bring shorts and a pair of trainers and come and give us a try. For further information please contact Mr Bob Anderson on 01259 742560. If any adults would like to help on a Friday night or some Friday nights with activities please let Bob know. Did you know that some companies will make a donation to the BBs when you shop on the internet? If you wish to support Dollar BBs this way please email Jessie Condie for further information – jessiecondie05@ btinternet.com Dollar SWRI: The first meeting of the Dollar Woman’s Rural Institute will be held on Monday, September 3 at 7.25pm in Dollar Civic Centre. The speaker will be Anne Muirhead, Federation Vice

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Fishcross 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. The award winning Ochil’s Writer’s Group, who meet every second Monday in Menstrie’s Dumyat Centre, have a couple of spaces available after loosing 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 runglee@btinternet. com. Wee County Walkers: Why not join in the free walks lead by the Wee County Walkers? Become fitter as you enjoy an 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 052 677. Come on your own or bring a friend. Quiz Night: A quiz night is being held in the Ochilview Lounge on Saturday, September 14 at 7.30pm. There will be a prize of £200 for the winning team, and teams must have a maximum of four members. The evening will also include a buffet and free whisky tasting during the interval. There will also be a raffle drawn on the night. For ticket information call 01259 570 577.

Menstrie Menstrie Parish Church: In her children’s address last week the minister Rev. M Lovvett told the children the story of the Three Little Pigs building their houses to illustrate that we should build our lives well. In her sermon she asked if we are building our lives on a good foundation. Do we find out what God wants us to do today so we can make a differentce and help in the building a legacy for future generations? Last saturday morning between 10am

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What’s on in your and 12pm where there was a summer stall for homebaking, bric-a-brac, new and closely new looking items, teas etc. All money that was raised on the day will be placed into the church funds. The church hopes to start an Alpha Course which they hope to start in September some time. Gaelic Parent and Child (0-5) Group – Croileagan Clatch Mhanainn: The group meets every Tuesday from 10am till noon in Menstrie Parish Church Hall. Everyone will be made very welcome. No knowledge for Gaelic required, just an interest. For further information contact Kerry on 01259 213 622. £1.50 per session, 1st session free. Christian Aid Sponsored Work: This year it is on Saturday, September 22 and everyone is invited to come and walk or help!Walk with us from Menstrie to Clackmannan via Cambus and Alloa. It will be approx 7 miles and is a brilliant walkway. Sponsored forms are available from Helen White (01259 210 520); give her a call to get your form for a really good day’s walking. Menstrie Tiny Tots: A club ran by mums for mums. This voluntarily organised group meet during term time on Mondays and Thursdays from 10am until 12pm at the Dumyat Centre. All ages from babies to three-years old are welcome. A healthy snack and drink are provided. A chance for mums and 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 761 098. Menstrie Pensioners Association: there are a few seats available for the half day trip to Largs on Thursday, August 16. Menstrie Matters: Work is now ongoing for the September issue of the Menstrie Matters. Anyone wishing to contribute or advertise could you please get it to Linda – menstriematters@ binternet.com or phone 01259 761 431 no later than August 11. There have been a lot of events in the community over the last 2 – 3 months so it would be good to do a letters page and get some feedback from the people who attend any of them.

Sauchie Art Club: The Art Club will be closed during the month of August but will open again in September. Sauchie and Fishcross UF Church: Last Sunday morning, Rev Graham Brown spoke on “Ambitious Servants”. Wendy Weir read part of Romans chapter 15. The theme in the evening was “Pictures of Job’s Prosperity. The Bible Reading was from Job chapter 1. Anne Cairns brought ministry in song.

There will be a special Prayer Meeting for the sick on Wednesday August 29, beginning at 6.30 p.m. in the church hall. The Leo Club meets on Friday at 6 p.m. All children at Primary School (finish at 7.30 p.m.) and Secondary School (finish at 8 p.m.) are welcome. Services on Sunday will be us usual at 11 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. The Kites Group and Creche resume at 11 a.m. There will be a short meeting of the Congregational Board on Monday at 6.30 p.m. The Kirk Session will follow immediately afterwards.

Health Care Centre, Hallpark Sauchie (enter from the Sunnyside brae entrance). The group is on every Friday from 6pm till 8pm. Drop in for a chat – everyone welcome.

Sauchie Community Group: The next meeting of Sauchie Community Group is on Thursday, August 30 at 7pm in Sauchie Resource Centre. The guest councillor is Graham Watt and the guest speaker is John Lamond from Central Scotland Are committee (Co-operative Group) New faces always welcome. The next soup and sandwich event organised by the community group. Will be on Thursday, September 6 in Sauchie Resource Centre at 11.30am to 1.30pm. Tickets cost £2. Selection of three soups, selection of sandwiches, tea, coffee and buiscuts. There will also be a cake sale table. For tickets contact Laura on 01259 725337. Sauchie Community Group will also be holding a high tea social in Shcawpark Golf Club on Saturday, September 22 at 6.30pm from 7pm. After the high tea there will be a dance. Tickets are £9.50 and must be booked and paid in advance. Early booking recommended by Monday, Sptember 17. For tickets contact Laura on 01259 725337.

Wee County Walkers: Go walk with Wee County Walkers – have fun and become fitter! Free short easy walks each week with walk leaders. No booking required. They meet in Fishcross just before 2pm every Tuesday at Ochil View car park beside Cats’ Protection. Find out about local history as . you walk. 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.

Sauchie and Coalsnaughton Parish Church: The Rev Bill Izett and Mrs Lynn Mack conducted the services on Sunday 26 August. The Scripture lesson was taken from Isaiah Ch 53 v1-11. The sermon continued the theme, ‘The Mountains of the Lord’ and Rev Izett told the story of Jesus who died on a cross on Mount Calvary. The Cross of our Lord Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of our Christian faith. Jesus died on the cross so that we might have redemption from our sins. No one is too bad to be saved if they repent but we should not wait to ask for forgiveness as no one knows what is ahead of us. Sunday School has resumed and meets in the church hall at 10.30 am. Keith and Ida Waddell, our prayer partners from Zambia are visiting on Wednesday 29 August at 7.30 pm. A light supper will be served. All welcome. Anyone wishing to join the Strollers on Wednesday should meet at the Post Office bus stop at 12.50 pm. Communion services will held next Sunday, 2 September at 11 am and 3 pm and on Monday 3 September at 2.30 pm. The retiral offering will be for the Food Bank. Cancer Support Group: The Cancer Support Group has moved from the Dumyat centre to the Health Centre Building, Clackmannanshire Community

Sauchie Tiny Tots: Tiny Tots run in Sauchie Hall on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursday mornings from 9am till 11am during term time only. First visit is free then £2 er child, 50p per second child. Healthy snack, arts and crafts and lots more. For more information contact Laura on 01259 725 337.

Bookbug: go along and join free rhyme, song and story telling sessions for under fives at Sauchie CAP on Tuesdays from 2pm to 2.30pm, excluding school and public holidays. Sauchie Active 8: Internet Cafe, Monday – Friday, 10am to 1pm; Gym Crackers, Monday 10am to noon; Spanish Advanced Course – start on Monday – 6pm to 8pm; Tuesday over 50s keep fit, 1pm to 3pm; Sign Language course; Tuesday Teen Night 6.30pm to 9pm, games, cooking, etc; Wednesday – Zumba 10am to 11am; Fruit Barra 10am to 1pm is now accepting Healthy Start vouchers; Men’s keep fit class 1.30pm to 3pm; Youth Club 6pm to 8pm; Ladies keep fit 6pm to 7pm; Beauty 7pm to 8pm; Thursday Zumba – 7.15pm to 8.15pm; Beginners Spanish Class – 6pm to 8.30pm; Friday Teen Night 6.30pm to 9pm; Saturday – Zumba for Parents and Kids, 11am to noon; Youth Club 6.30pm to 8.30pm. Computer Lessons for beginners on Monday, 1-3pm. Sauchie Pensioners Club: The pensioners club resumes its fortnightly meetings on Tuesday, September 11. The artist will be organist John Geddes. New and old members will be made welcome. Go along and spend a pleasant afternoon from 2pm to 4pm in Sauchie Hall, Mar Place, Sauchie. Sauchie Branch SNP: Raffle prizes are still required for the quiz night, which is due to take place in the Function Room in the Ochilview Lounge, Fishcross on Saturday, September 14 at the time of 7.30pm. There is a prize worth £200 on offer, and free whisky tasting during the interval. There will also be a buffet and a raffle being organised. Teams of 4 maximum are required. For more ticket information call 01259 570 577.

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weecounty Sauchie Community Group: Carpet bowls will be running in September and the art club will start back up too. Sponsored Walk: a sponsored walk is being held at Gartmorn Dam on September 2 at 1pm. Money raised will go towards guide dogs so bring your dog along and raise money for a great cause. For more information contact G.Foxton on 01259 720 236.

Tillicoultry Tillicoultry Parish Church: Last Sunday the services were taken by Rev. Ian Paterson, one of the Queen’s Chaplins in Scotland. Boys Brigade enrolment will be on Thursday, August 30 from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. The Church Halls are available for let – please contact David Dobbie. Lodge Ben Cleuch 782: A bingo tea will be held to raise funds on Friday, September 14 at 7.30pm. Doora open at 7pm and all are very welcome. The first Regular Meeting of the season will take place at the Masonic Hall, Upper Mills Street, Tillicoultry on Monday, September 10 at 7.30pm. The normal lodge business will be conducted followed by a Master Mason Degree. This will be a black and white meeting. All visitors are welcome. The next committee meeting of the season will be on Monday, September 17 at 7.30pm. Bingo Tea: A bingo tea will be held in the Centenary Hall on Friday, September 7 to raise funds for the Paediatric Ward in Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert, Entry costs 50pand eyes are down at 7.30pm. Please bring your own cup. 2nd Tillicoultry Rainbows: Is your daughter aged 5-7? Does she like playing games, doing art and craft, making new friends? If you have answered yes then contact 01259 211318 and leave a message for further details or you can Email clacksguides@yahoo.co.uk. Zumba fitness Classes: Classes will be held in Tillicoultry Parish Church Hall on Mondays from 7pm to 8pm with Irene Kane. For further information call 07743 785 103. Wee County Walkers: why not join in the free walks led by the Wee County Walkers? Become fitter as you enjoy an easy interesting walk. No need to book. Meet them outside the Nike outlet at Sterling Mills just before 10.30am on Saturdays. Walks are suitable for all abilities and last up to an hour. Short, safe walks open to everyone. Put on comfortable footwear, dress for the weather and enjoy. Go on your own or bring a friend. Bookbug: Go along and join free rhyme, song and storytelling sessions for under fives at

Tillicoultry Library on Thursdays from 10am to 10.30am, excluding school and public holidays. Tillicoultry Toddler Group: The toddler group is for children aged 0-3 years and is open every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday during term time from 9.30am to 11.15am. The playworker provides a variety of fun activities everyday including arts and crafts, freeplay and rhymetime. A healthy snack and drink is provided for toddlers and there is tea/coffee and a biscuit for parents and carers. A normal session following registration costs £2, however your first session is free so come along and give us a try. You’ll find them in Room 5, Tillicoultry Community Centre. Everyone welcome. Zumba classes:A Zumba class is held in Tillicoultry Centenary hall on Wednesday’s from 8pm to 9pm. Contact 01259 721 886 or 07881 762 687 for information. CAP: Come along and join in our Rhyme, Song and Storytelling sessions for under five’s at Tillicoulty Library on Thursday’s from 10am to 10.30am. Tillicoultry SWRI: The first meeting of the new session of the Tillicoultry SWRI took place in the congregational Church Hall on Thursday, Spetember 6 at 7.30pm. The speaker was Mr McFarlane who will be discussing gemstone. The competitions are a favourite piece of bling and lavender bag. New members will be made welcome. Tillicoultry OAP’s: Meetings start Monday, September 3 in the Centenary Hall at 2.30pm. Old and new members welcome.

Tullibody Slimming World: Slimming World takes place on Wednesday’s at 5pm in the Civic Centre, Tullibody. Tullibody and Cambus Girlguiding: To join the leadership team. Contact Ann-Margaret on 07908 252 104 or Girlguiding Clackmannanshire on 01259 211 318. Tullibody Healthy Living: If you are a resident of Tullibody, Cambus or Glenochil and have Clackmannanshire Council Leaisure Membership Card (discounted rate) then you can swim for free at Alloa Leisure Bowl – Monday to Friday, 9pm to 5pm. To apply for your free swim card pop into Tullibody Healthy Living office at 13 Tron Court or call them on 01259 724 374 for more information. Tullibody Heritage Centre, Abercromby Place (part of the Civic Centre) Tullibody is open each Saturday 2pm to 4pm or by arrangement at other times. Nominal charge for Adults. Children

under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact 01259 723 376 for further details or visit the website tullibodyhistorygroup.com. Local Fruit Barra: Tullibody Fruit Barra is open every Thursday at 13 Tron Court, Tullibody. For more information, contact the Tullibody Healthy Living Initiative by telephoning 01259 724 374. Tullian and Kincardine Church: The service last Sunday, August 12 is at 10.30am and will be led by the Rev Jim Cochrane. Tea and coffee will be served after the service. Crèche facilities are available. The Fundraising Committee will hold an All Age Quiz Evening on Saturday, September 22. Muirside Rise Residents Association: Anyone wishing to join the association should call June Anderson, secretary on 01259 220 766 of go along to one of their meetings. Slimming World: A new slimming world class takes place on every Tuesday at The Civic Centre in Tullibody (next to the Linden Inn). There is two classes on a Tuesday, one at 5pm and the other at 7pm. For more information call Margo on 07879 477 921. Tullibody & Cambus Amateur Gardening Club: The club will restart on September 4 in the Civic Centre, Tullibody at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Bob Lindsay who will share his love of clocks with us. New members are very welcome.

Stirling Stirling Hillwalking Club: The Stirling Hillwalking Club walk on September 2 will beStob a Choire Odhair & Stob Ghabhar , 1260m ascent, 14.8 km distance. OS map 50, grid ref 271419. Phone 01506 418568 for further details. Information about Stirling Hillwalking club is available on the website at http://www. stirlinghillwalkingclub.org.uk/ Osteoporosis Support Group: Forth Valley Osteoporosis Support Group are having their monthly drop-in Coffee Morning on Saturday 25th August from 10.30 - 12 in the Gallery Cafe, Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum, Dumbarton Road, Stirling. All welcome. Contact Janice Paterson on 01786 463098 or email: janice.paterson@hotmail. co.uk

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OUR WEE ONE’S FIRST TERM AT SCHOOL

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Dance Attack is a hugely popular & successful dance school in Alloa. Our classes are taught in our bright, airy studio with a friendly, sociable & relaxed atmosphere, encouraging every pupil to achieve their maximum individual potential. Our class motto is We can’t all be stars but we can all twinkle! Newcomers are always welcome to join us - so what are you waiting for!!!

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New Beginners Judo Class Starting First lesson FREE! from 5 yrs to 15 yrs Seniors All Ages New Striking Coach Starting September Tuesday & Thursday - £5 per session Gym Available for £4 per class No membership required

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WASP COMMUNITY CLUB Wasp Community Football Club is expanding rapidly and now has over 300 members at all age groups. The Club philosophy is to provide training and games suitable to every player’s ability and to provide this in a fun environment. The Club believes in a positive coaching approach and whilst winning is important, it shouldn’t be at all costs. We want to teach kids life lessons as well as improve their technical ability.

We are still looking for players at all age groups from 4 years old upwards. Players get 1 training session and 1 game per week, Cost £3.00 per week plus annual membership.

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For details call 01259 219596 after 4.00pm We are also looking for volunteer coaches. We can provide all training and certification. Proud to sponsor Wasp Community Club

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By Anne Smith Aries (21 March - 20 April) Your emotions are confusing you this week xxxx

and it is not a time to make concrete decisions! There is someone around you who could be trying to hide something from you but not for long, as it comes to the fore and could leave you reeling from the reality of what you have heard, this revelation allows you to change your attitude and to push forward with plans you had on the back burner.

Taurus (21 April - 21 May) xxxxxxxxx As the sun moves into your sister sign of Virgo on the 24th you feel a real buzz of excitement around and you get on top of all the small details that have been holding you back! There may be strong opposition from people surrounding you now but you will use you straight talking, no nonsense approach and tell them what you really think!

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Libra (24 Sept - 23 Oct) A situation around you may be xxxxxxxxxx revealed with startling clarity around the work area of your life and it may require balance on your part to help you asses this revelation, however remember the Universe always has a plan and new places and people may be just what you need! Scorpio

(24 Oct - 22 Nov) From the mouths of babes, listen xxxxxxxx carefully to the young people around you as you may be surprised! Your emotional life has been going well of late and things continue on the same thread however remember that the grass is not always greener on the other side and actions speak louder than words!

Sagittarius (23 Nov - 21 Dec)

It is a month to listen to those older and xxxx wiser, you have been toying with the idea of a career change for a while now, so what is holding you back? Some of you may hear news from overseas which will bring a flutter to your heart and a smile on your face. From the 24th you will take that overdue look at your life and make assessments on how to move forward.

Facing reality is sometimes difficult but xx when we face up to our situations then we are able to do something to correct unwanted behaviours, the work front has been trying your patients of late but there are new avenues and contracts or legal papers to be dealt with this month. With Mars move into Scorpio just tread carefully and remember diplomacy.

Cancer (22 June - 23 July)

Too many road’s too many choices, this xxxxxxxxx month brings in change and courage to make decisions which will affect your own personal happiness. Long term financial goals and future stability emotional are your main objectives, your commutative skills are stronger than they have been for a long time so use this time wisely and clear some space.

Leo (24 July - 23 Aug)

As the Sun left your sign on the 24th you have xxxxxxxxx felt a shift in energy patterns around you and it almost feels like a new year beginning and a new you. Time to make long term plans for the next 12 months starting with your finances, get them in order now and it will stand you in good stead for the rest of the year. Romantically remember on word “partnership” and if you can incorporate this into your love life then this too will be a success!

Virgo (24 Aug - 23 Sept) xxxxxxxxx The sun enters your sign on the 24th of August and you feel it like a breath of fresh air, a lighter and more positive feeling is yours now, however with Neptune meeting the sun in your sign you have to stick to facts and fantasy might try to creep in, try to keep it real.

Capricorn (22 Dec - 20 Jan)

One xxxxxthing a Capricorn does not like, and it is drama, will this month you better be prepared as drama is coming an you are the one who will need to deal with it and its results, you are a private person and the fact that all this drama is in public view may cause you stress, try to keep calm and be diplomatic and use that sense of humour to get you through!

Aquarius (21 Jan - 19 Feb) Fact rather than fiction are the key xxxxxxx words and actions for you this month and if you can express yourself in an open and honest way without elaboration then it will be a productive month, it is also a good time to allow your fantasies or artistic creativities free! Pisces (20 Feb - 20 Mar)

xxxxxxxxxx There is an air of putting a difficult situation behind you, if you are strong and determined new opportunities to learn for the future will appear in your direction, wither it is work or college. Education or new learning is strongly favoured this month so don’t be frightened to try new things, you may even enjoy it, try to put relationships back in order too.

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n the charts this year there has been a lot or great tunes out that have made summer bright and cheery despite the bad weather. Various songs are new and have not been fully released yet but are available to listen to on the internet. One new song that is due to be released is a song named, “U Know it Aint

Love” and this song was produced by R.J and Pitbull. Both these artists have made strong, popular songs in the past but in my opinion this is their best song so far. The collaboration was excellent and fits fantastically well. In my opinion best song this summer. Another song that was released this summer and

he Annual Flower Show took place in the Coronation Hall on Saturday, August 25. The show was opened by the Lord Lieutenant Rt. Hon. Sir George Reid accompanied by his wife who presented the prizes to this years worthy winners. The show was very supported in all classes, with a super display of flowers and vegetables which a ???? after such dreadful weather – well done gardeners – the children’s section was well worth seeing with lots of colour, paintings and models and miniature

gardens. The committee would like to thank everyone who helped on the day – The judges that give up their Saturday mornings to come to Muckhart, they do a grand job. Thanks to the exhibitors, with out you we have no show. Thank you for all your efforts and to the ladies in the kitchen for providing afternoon teas, a big thanks to you. It is all of you together that help to make such a happy, successful Muckhart Flower Show. We look forward to seeing you all again next

Film Review

ver the years there has been a lot of good films that have been in cinemas all of very different genres. On Friday and new release is being broadcast for the first time and in my opinion is set to be a hit. The film is called The Possession and does not really have big main stream actors playing the characters which gives

the film a new lease of life and makes it original. The film is a brand new horror and after watching the trailers online and reading about it, the film became really appealing to me as it looks to have lots of action and drama in each intense scene. The film is based on a true story and the main idea surrounds this box. After the girl purchases

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is great is a song named “Bom Bom” and was created by Sam and the Womp. This is the first song that this group created and in my opinion is very catchy and addictive. Both of these songs are entirely different, as one song is a pop record and the other is a dance record that is great for parties.

year. Lastly, secretary Margaret Johnston would really like to thank all the committee members for their hard work and support each year. Prize winner can collect engraved trophies at society AGM on Wednesday, September 26 at 7.30pm in Coronation Hall. Thank you for printing these notices in your local news section. Margaret Johnstone (Secretary) 01259 742 389

the box, which has a Hebrew inscription on the lid and tries to prize it open, she starts to turn very different and violent towards her family, but due to a recent family split the family do not really notice her being different. Eventually her family notices but is it too late to find out what is wrong and how to save their daughter?

This film looks very chilling but brilliant entertainment for people who are fans of horrors and from the trailer it looks like it may become film of the year.

weecounty CARE ASSISTANT Job No: GRA/18950 SOC Code: 6115 Wage: Meets Nat Min Wage Hours: 22 Hours Per Week, 2 over 7, day and night shifts tba Location: BO’NESS, WEST LOTHIAN EH51 Duration: Temporary Date posted: 24 August 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Must be aged 18+. SVQ level 2 (or equivalent) would be an advantage. Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential, as full training will be given. Duties will involve attending to the requirements of the residents of a nursing home, assisting with personal care, and all other associated tasks.Candidate needs to be flexible to meet business needs. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by applicant. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01506 829801 and asking for Stuart Waterfall. Employer Boness Care Home RGN STAFF NURSE Job No: GRA/18951 SOC Code: 3211 Wage: £11.00 PER HOUR Hours: Up To 33 Hours Per Week, as and when required, nights only Location: BO’NESS, WEST LOTHIAN EH51 Duration: Temporary Date posted: 24 August 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: RNA or RGN Level 1 required. To register as a nurse or midwife in the UK visit www. nmc-uk.org Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled). Must be NMC registered. Previous experience in a care home environment would be advantageous. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate with a wide range of people. Duties include all aspects of nursing in a care home to cover annual leave and sickness. This position is purely to cover the Night Shifts, starting 19:45pm-08:00am. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced

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Branch Managers. Branch Manager Responsibilities include:Providing excellent customer service Actively selling our ever growing product range Daily cash reconciliation ensuring all monies are accounted for and any discrepancies are investigated and solved The accurate recording and reporting of branch transactions and financial records Staff managementsupervision Branch maintenance, stock ordering, cleanliness, appearance and organisation Meet a How to apply For further details about job reference FHH/25524, 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. SECURITY GUARD Job No: FHH/25514 SOC Code: 9241 Wage: £6.08 PER HOUR Hours: 48 PER WEEK OVER 5 DAYS Location: READING, FALKIRK FK2 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 22 August 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Must be age 18+. We are looking for ex military officers or highly skilled security guards. This role will require you to patrol a construction site. You will need to pay particular attention to site offices and equipment. You must hold a valid SIA badge, clean full driving licence and be available to start work immediately. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010. How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting www.fortel.co.uk Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Fortel Services

LGV2 DRIVERS Job No: FHH/25547 SOC Code: 8211 Wage: £7.00 to £10.50 Per Hour Hours: 40 HOURS OVER 5 DAYS Location: STIRLINGSHIRE FK5 Duration: Temporary Date posted: 24 August 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: This vacancy is advertised on behalf of Driver Hire who operate as an employment business. Driver Hire Grangemouth are recruiting for LGV 2 Cat C drivers for clients based in Grangemouth. Duties include deliveries throughout Scotland with. Applicants must have their digital tachograph card. For further information please contact Lisa Pollock on 01324 877888. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01324 877888 and asking for Lisa Pollock. CLINICAL SUPPORT WORKER Job No: FHH/25555 Employer Reference: Job Reference 0812455 SOC Code: 6111 Wage: £14,508 - £17,253 per annum Hours: 37.5 per week Location: Falkirk, Stirlingshire FK1 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 24 August 2012 Closing date: 07 September 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: This post is diverse but has limited patient contact. The department at Forth Valley Royal Hospital undertakes a wide range of operations with the service providing 24 hour emergency cover as well as Day Surgery/Ambulatory care. Criteria for Selection - It is essential that you are a good communicator, flexible with regards to shift patterns and capable of becoming multiskilled. Computer skills are advantageous. Previous theatre or acute healthcare experience is desirable. Enquiries to Lorna Ferguson on 01324 567353 or 01324 566000 bleep 1246. The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled). Closing Date: Friday, 07/09/12 at 12 noon. Informal enquiries to Lorna Ferguson on 01324 567353 or 01324 566000 bleep 1246 How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Recruitment at NHS Forth Valley Primary Care, Recruitment@nhs.net. Employer NHS Forth Valley Primary Care CENTRE MANAGER Job No: FHH/25556 SOC Code: 1225 Wage: £6.08 - £8.50 PER HOUR Hours: 37.5 PER WEEK. 5 DAYS OVER 7. BETWEEN OF 9AM -10PM Location: LARBERT, STIRLINGSHIRE FK5 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 24 August 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Key skills: ability to work under pressure, excellent customer service and communication skills. Duties will include management of the track and reception area, centre management reporting, assisting with general sales enquiries, managing and directing race events and practice sessions including delivering safety briefings, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of staff and customers. Application forms available from www.xtremekarting.co.uk/ centremanagerposition.stm Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled) How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting www.xtremekarting. co.uk Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Xtreme Karting PAT TESTING ENGINEER Job No: FHH/25399 SOC Code: 5241 Wage: £7-£8 PER HOUR Hours: 42.5 PER WEEK, MONDAY-FRIDAY, BETWEEN 8AM-5PM Location: FALKIRK, STIRLINGSHIRE FK1 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 10 August 2012

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Pension details: Pension available Description: Elecheck is a market leading health and safety compliance company head quarters in the City of Cambridge, specialising in electricals via Gas and Water Safety. Previous experience is essential for this role, which involves visiting a mixture of commercial and industrial properties, undertaking PAT testing to the IEE code of practice (some standard minor works required e.g plug refits etc.) You must me qualified to a minimum of City & Guilds 2377. Excellent communication skills and smart presentation are essential for this role. Full driving licence is required as company vehicle is included, with 28 days holiday and a group personal pension. Successful applicants are required to provide an enhanced disclosure. Disclosure expense will be met by employer. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written

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key to the success of the business by using your fashion skills along with the ability to offer excellent customer service will help to build a regular clientele and establish a strong business for the future. Please note: Closing date is subject to levels of applications received. To apply please visit www.jacques-vertplc.co.uk Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled). How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting www.jacques-vert-plc. co.uk/careers Opens new window (unless JavaScript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage. Employer Jacques Vert.

SALES ASSISTANT Job No: SLN/22687 Employer Reference: 1803 Stirling SOC Code: 7111 Wage: ÂŁ4.98 to ÂŁ6.08 Per Hour Hours: 20 Hours Location: STIRLING FK8 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 24 August 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Outstanding customer service never goes out of fashion. Jacques Vert Plc is proud to set the trend, providing premium womenswear across its four labels Jacques Vert, Planet, Precis and Windsmoor. As a Sales Assistant previous customer facing experience is required. As a member of the sales team you will have a passion for selling and a real understanding of meeting customer needs. You will be

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include helping chef with functions. Responsible for cleanliness of restaurant servery. Will include use of dishwasher. Will have to work on own occasionally, including opening up closing premises. Hours will change weekly but 16 minimum. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01259 730396 ext 0 and asking for Alexander Bett. Employer Alexander’s Restaurant

How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 0141 5488081 and asking for Mr Darren McEwan. Employer Grafters Scotland Limited HAIRDRESSER Job No: ALL/23757 SOC Code: 6221 Wage: Negotiable depending on experience Hours: 16+ per week, over Thurs, Fri, Sat Location: Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10 Duration: Permanent Date posted: 20 August 2012 Pension details: No details held Description: Previous experience is essential. Duties will include all aspects of hairdressing, preparing customers, answering the telephone, making appointments and related tasks as required. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Mrs M Bruce at Changes Hairdressers, 14 Tron Court, Tullibody, ALLOA, Clackmannanshire, FK10 2PS. Employer Changes Hairdressers

FORKLIFT DRIVER Job No: ALL/23777 CSCS PAINTER SOC Code: 8222 Job No: ALL/23772 Wage: £7.21 Per Hour SOC Code: 5323 Hours: 6am-6pm, 6pm-6am Wage: Negotiable Location: ALLOA, Hours: 40 HOURS PER WEEK Clackmannanshire FK10 MONDAY - FRIDAY, 8AM Duration: Temporary 4.30PM Date posted: 21 August 2012 Location: TILLICOULTRY FK13 Pension details: No details held Duration: Temporary Description: Date posted: 21 August 2012 Forklift driver required to work Pension details: No details held on an ongoing temporary Description: basis. Hours of work will be This vacancy is being 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am. advertised on behalf of Flexibility is required to Grafters Scotland Ltd who are cover overtime. Duties will operating as an employment include movement of glass agency. Temporary position for to and from the warehouse, 1 weeks. Must be time served heat shrinking of pallets and have experience and and general forklift duties. A have CSCS card. Duties will current counterbalance licence be gloss and emulsiuon on a is essential. Please contact refurbishment project. Wendy Halliday on 01259 218822 Ext 4239. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01259 218822 ext 4239 and asking for Wendy Halliday. Due to expansion and increased workload we require experienced IFAs to Employer join our team. Working with a broad level of clients ranging from corporate Search Recruitment

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ANGLING

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ith loads of natural life in the water the fish are being quite fussy about what flies and lures they are taking but a bit of patience and a slow retrieve usually pays off. Buzzers, dry flies, damsel and a wide variety of fritzes have been taking fish either on the top or just under the surface. David Quate Greenloaning

week of thundery showers and strong winds at Harviestoun has slowed catches down on the whole. Large fish are still appearing among bags with the biggest 10lb 3oz this week. The fish are still preoccupied feeding on minnows and other small fry and can be observed crashing into the shoals of small fish in the clear water.

1 fish 6lbs Daddy, Jim Kelly Airdrie 3 fish 10.1/2lbs Damsel, Wm Goldie Glasgow 5 fish 14lbs Dry Fly, Jim Brooke Grangemouth 4 fish 15lbs Buzzers, Kevin Hingley Alloa 2 fish 9.1/2lbs Yellow Dancer, Tony Hingley Alloa 2 fish 6lbs Yellow Dancer, Ian Downie Killin 4 fish 10.1/2lbs Yellow Dancer, A McLellan Killin 4 fish 10lbs Blobs The top methods are still free-lining teams of buzzers, fishing dries on a ‘washing line’ set-up or fishing a single skinny nymph. Top catches; Richard Dysart (Alloa) 3 for 8lbs; Graham Donald (Clackmannan) 4 blues for 10lb; Scott McMillan (Menstrie) 10lb 3oz Rainbow; Ricky Brand (Clackmannan) 6lb 8oz Rainbow.

n a week including bright sunshine interspersed with frequent showers,conditions were constantly changing. The torrential downpour on Saturday afternoon coloured the burn very quickly but it cleared just as quickly. The rain also helped to drop the water temperature and conditions were a lot better on Sunday than they were earlier in the week. The fish were generally sitting in the top 18 inches of the ponds with only a few actually breaking the surface of the main pond, although they were rising to small dry flies on all the ponds. Best patterns this week included a wide variety of lures, nymphs and wet flies with favourites being Dancer, Cat’s Whisker, Hare’s Ear, Buzzer, Damsel, Montana and Bibio. Successful dry flies included Sedge, Spider and CDC. For much of the week the fish were looking for something to chase

SCOTT AT THE TOP Dollar’s Scott Borrowman continues his fine golfing form with a top ten finish in the latest Scottish Golf Union Order of Merit event. In the North District Championship played over the par 71 Tain layout Scott returned scores of 70,70,72,73 to give him a total of 285, fourteen shots behind the winner and a share of 10th place. With three events still to be counted, Scott at present is leading the Order of Merit, and the final placings will be decided after this weekend’s South East District Championship to be held at Longniddry Golf Club. Scott is a former winner of

and a fast retrieve was working well. Closing time at the Fishery is now 9.00pm Amongst this week’s successful anglers were: Graeme Arthur, Stirling, 3 for 14lb including 8lb 8oz Rainbow and 2 Blues, Scott Pryce, Balloch, 5 for 17lb 4oz including a Blue and a light Blue, George Paterson, Stirling, 5 for 16lb 12oz including 3 Blues.

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he brought an infectious enthusiasm for golf to all who met him. John was gently persuaded to take up office in Clackmannan County Golf Union, and took to the duties in a conscientious manner, inspiring others and eventually reaching the office of County Golf Union President; sympathies are extended to his family at this sad time. LOCAL GOLFING FIXTURES COMING UP Open Greensomes Braehead Saturday 1st September Mixed Open Alva Sunday 2nd September Westland Trophy Alloa Sunday 2nd September.

RUGBY

Alloa Rugby Club

lloa Rugby Club kick-off their new season against near neighbours, Kinross R.F.C. on Saturday at Earlsfield (kick-off 3pm). In the two fixtures last season Alloa came out on top by narrow margins and another tightly contested local derby is expected.

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the event in 2008, and must be feeling confident, Further down the Order of Merit are Jamie Aitken (Alloa) at 51st and Lawrence Allan (Alva) at 79th equal. In the World Amateur Golf Rankings, Scott Borrowman continues to improve and currently stands at 518 (16th best in Scotland) while Lawrence is at 873 and the 25th best in Scotland. Altogether a good showing for the Wee County. JOHN CAIRNS------- AN APPRECIATION. Friends of John Cairns (Alloa Golf Club) were saddened to learn of his death recently. Known in golfing circles as Jock,

lloa Rugby Club are well on the way to earning their Positive Coaching Scotland in association with the Bill McLaren Foundation accreditation. The club have worked through the programme, which aims to build on true rugby values for everyone

involved from players to volunteers and coaches to ensure that children have the best possible experience in sport. The final stage of this process culminates in a Parents meeting to be held at the Earlsfield Clubhouse on Sunday 9th September at

11am, hosted by SRU PCS Manager, Bosman Du Plessis. All Parents are welcome to attend, whilst the kids will be well taken care of on the pitch by former SRU Head of Coach Development, Henry Edwards along with a sprinkling of players from the country’s Professional clubs.

at a packed alloa town hall last week beating Ozzie Player Paul Nicolson in the Final. Event organizer Davie Hanson thanked the sponsors Oakwood Lounge & GH Taxis and the local players John Goldie, Colin Mitchell, Craig Baxter & Kris Glass who all done the county proud and took the pro players all the way on stage. Lastly thanks were passed onto the crowd who were fantastic and came in there hundreds and made the night with some already asking for tickets for 2013 Masters, with the rumor that Phil Taylor may be coming to Alloa.

COUNTY FUNDRAISER The County fundraiser will be held on Friday Oct 26th at Alloa Town Hall with the help of legend players Bobby George Eric Bristow John Lowe & Bob Anderson. All county players please pay for tickets on saturday Sept 8th at the County Game. Tickets start from £10 with vip at £20 and vip table of 8 £150 Tel 07872078715 GARY ANDERSON IN EXHIBITION The Flying Scotsman Gary Anderson will be in Exhibition on Friday Sept 21st in Falkirk Tickets start from £20 Tel 07872078715 for details

DARTS STATION CUP 1ST ROUND The Station Cup gets underway on Friday Sept 7th Alva Gc V Star B - Johnstone V Red Lion A - Peppes B V Star A - Star C V Abercromby B - Gartmorn V Abercromby A Peppes A V Red Lion B - Cairn V Oakwood B Format 9x singles Best of 3 501 CAPTAINS MEETING The next captains meeting will be held in the Oakwood on Tuesday Sept 4th with a 730pm start. All player registration forms must be handed in £2 for every player on sheet due. Also names & fees for the ladies charity singles are due £3 per player with a minimum of 6 players payable. INTER - COUNTY Clackmannan County are at home against Grampian on Saturday Sept 8th at the Oakwood. All players please be in the venue for 10am. ALLOA MASTERS FINALS Scotlands Gary Anderson took the title

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EQUESTRIAN

HIGH-OCTANE ACTION AT FEI WORLD VAULTING CHAMPIONSHIPS IN LE MANS

he FEI World Vaulting Championships 2012, which were held in the horse sport centre Boulerie Jump in Le Mans, France (15-19 August) attracted a field of more than 150 athletes, 50 lungers and 56 horses from 17 nations. The Championships saw vaulters compete over five demanding days for squad and individual titles (male and female), as well as the top spot for the Pasde-Deux, which was introduced for the first time this year in a World Championship. 18-year drought The excitement was high-octane in the Le Mans arena on the final day of the Championships as two squads had a realistic chance of winning the title: Voltige Lütisburg from Switzerland and Germany’s RSV Neuss-Grimlinghausen squad. After scoring 7.77 for an amazing performance in the compulsory, the Swiss squad – coached and lunged by Monika WinklerBischofberger – had established a comfortable lead of nearly 0.2 points. After the two following freestyle rounds they cantered to victory on their horse Will Be Good. The win put an end to an 18year drought on the world stage. It was the first Swiss victory at the World Championships since 1994, when they won gold at the FEI World Equestrian Games™ in The Hague (NED), although they did claim the European title at the 2001 Championships in Poznan, (POL). The final results were a great surprise for Winkler-Bischofberger, a member of the 1994 Swisssquad, and for German coach and lunger Jessica Schmitz, also a former German squad member. The pair have been good friends for many years. “Our horse was amazing. All my vaulters were ready for that challenge,” Winkler-Bischofberger said with tears in her eyes after the prize giving ceremony. Since 2009 her squad from the Swiss canton of St Gallen has been a favourite at the Championships, but never reached the one big goal to collect gold. “We have improved a lot the last years and I think we deserved this title,” the 36-year-old coach said. The first freestyle was won by Germany by a narrow margin, but in the final round the eventual gold medallists Lütisburg scored slightly higher for their choreography. On average both squads had nearly the same results in freestyle. Helma Schwarzmann (GER), one of the eight judges, was impressed by both squads: “These two squads have totally different styles, but they are nearly at the same high level. Lütisburg is more athletic, Neuss more artistic. The difference was in the basics of the compulsory,” she said. Switzerland’s winning total was 8,424. Germany secured silver on Arkansas with 8,346 points and host country France secured bronze with 8,006 points on Watriano, lunged by Fabrice Holzberger.

Fourth title in a row In the female competition Britain’s Joanne Eccles was in a class of her own. The only time the British title defender wasn’t in the top spot was in the compulsory test at the start of the Championships. Both freestyle rounds and also the technical test were dominated by the 23-year old Scot, who showed a fantastic high level routine accompanied by the Enigma song “Turnaround”. Eccles has been unbeaten since April 2010. With her fourth title in a row she is now level with Germany’s Tanja Benedetto who was the top female vaulter at all championships between 1994 and 1997. Only two ladies in vaulting history – Nadia Zülow (GER/6) and Silke Bernhard (GER/5) – have collected more titles. Eccles, a recently qualified dentist, was thrilled with her success. “Some years ago my aim was to win a medal. Now I’ve been able to stay at the top for four years”, she said. On her 18-year-old W H Bentley, lunged by her father John Eccles, she will be bidding to stay at the top of her sport for some time to come. And it seems highly likely that she will do exactly that. In Le Mans she won with 8,499 points, well clear of her nearest rivals. Silver medallist Rikke Laumann from Denmark scored 8,179 on Ghost Alfarvad Z (lunger: Lasse Kristensen), while bronze went to Germany’s Sarah Kay with 8,078 points on Calvador (Andreas Bäßler). A sublime moment occurred in the first freestyle round when Austria’s 17-year-old Lisa Wild surprised the audience with an acrobatic element never before seen in competition. She did a backflip off the horse’s back and then landed back on the horse. The judges rewarded her with second place for her incredible routine, but unfortunately she was injured when she fell off the horse in the final and was not able to end the freestyle as planned. Favourite for the title The male competition developed into a tussle between the French local hero Nicolas Andreani (FRA) and Erik Oese (GER). Oese, a new shining star on his Championship debut, won the third round technical test by 0,2 points and had the chance to beat the 2009 European Champion and favourite for the World title. But freestyle specialist Andreani had absolutely no weak points in his last routine to earn 9,089 points – the highest score of the whole Championship – to claim his first World title. “I don’t think it’s sunk in yet”, he said, directly after the score was shown on the screen. The 28-year-old said it was like a home game for him. “It seemed to be the

French Championship as I ran into the circle.” The 2012 title was a big goal for Andreani, but certainly not his last one. He plans to defend it in 2014 at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ in Normandie. In Le Mans he had to change to the horse Just A Kiss, because his regular partner Idefix de Braize was injured. In 2014 he wants to compete on Idefix, which is his own horse. “To become world champion together with him, that is my big aim,” he said. Andreani scored 8,515 points, followed by Oese on Calvador (lunger: Andreas Bäßler) with 8,415. “It has been a fantastic Championship for me. I felt so confident during my freestyle. Unbelievable,” the 24-year-old Oese said. Third place also went to France with 8,199 for Ivan Nousse on Carlos (Elke Shelp Lensing). Historical Pas-de-Deux Austria’s Lukas Wacha was unlucky to finish just out of the individual medals in fourth place a mere 0.06 points behind Nousse, but the 25-year-old vaulter had reason to celebrate when clinching gold in the Pas-de-Deux. Lukas and his 17-year-old team mate Jasmin Lindner made history as the first FEI World Vaulting Champions in this new discipline with two nearly perfect rounds, finishing with a point score of 8.775 on Elliot, lunged by Klaus Haidacher. And it was a historic win for Austria too as it was the country’s first World title in vaulting. Great Britain’s Joanne and Hannah Eccles secured silver with 8,556 points on W H Bentley, again lunged by their father John Eccles, and bronze went to Megan Benjamin and Blake Dahlgren from the United States of America, who were competing on Jarl (lunger: Lasse Kristensen). Results: Full results for the FEI World Vaulting Championships 2012 can be viewed here. (http:// pole-europeen-du-cheval. com/2012/08/16/les-resultatsdu-championnat-du-monde-devoltige/)

Joanne retains title

oanne Eccles successfully retained her World individual female vaulting champion title in Le Mans, France this weekend, with Joanne alongside sister Hannah also winning Silver in the Pas De Deux. Showing her consistency Joanne led throughout the four rounds of her individual female class and won by a comfortable margin rarely seen at championships (nearly 0.5), finishing on 8.499. Rikki Laumann from Denmark finished 2nd, and in 3rd was Sarah Kay from Germany. Joanne was vaulting on her own WH Bentley, lunged by her father John Eccles; this was Bentleys 50th international competition. The win takes Joanne’s winning streak to 4 consecutive championships, now being double European (2009, 2011) and double World champion (2010).

Joanne’s younger sister, Hannah Eccles, also impressed to finish in 8th place, also on WH Bentley; this was her first top ten placing at a World Championships, whilst Lucy Phillips finished 16th on her own Pitucelli. In the Pas de Deux competition the Eccles sisters went on to win Silver, in a very closely fought class, with the top 6 pairs all producing an extremely high level of vaulting. The two favourites from USA finished in 3rd and 4th but it was an Austrian pair, L. Wacha and J. Lindner, that took the top honours. The Eccles sisters produced a very smooth fluent routine on WH Bentley, to finish second, adding to the Silver medal they won at the European Championships last year. After a difficult first freestyle performed in 35 degree heat, the British senior squad (Lydia

Barham, Paige Brown, Sara Shortland, Staphanie Hunter, William Jenkins and Jessica Haynes) went on to produce a smooth and clean routine in the second round to finish in 8th place with their horse Go For Gold, lunged by Julie Newell.

ATHLETICS

Scottish Age Group Championships Grangemouth, 25/26 August

t was a Golden weekend for Central Athletics Club at the Scottish Age Group Championships at Grangemouth with a huge tally of 9 golds and 20 medals won in all, highlight being the Super Sunday where Central AC owned the podium taking 7 Gold Medals along with many silver and bronzes in the space of a few hours. Star of the day was Dunblane teenager, Daniel Polatajko who showed he is the Usain Bolt of Scottish Junior athletics storming to the sprint double in the under 16 boys age group to win the 100m in 11.82s then following this up with the 200m gold in 23.78s. These times were both personal bests and particularly impressive considering the stiff headwind on the day. Just like Bolt, Daniel got off to a slow start in both races before powering through in the final 50m to zoom past his rivals for double gold. The Scottish pentathlon international showed his versatility adding a third medal in the Long Jump with a Silver in 5.64m narrowly edging out training partner Tom Chandler of Balfron who took bronze in 5.60m. Tom was not to be denied victory though as he went on to win the 300m Hurdles in a new national record 43.62s narrowly holding off another training squad member Liam Halliday of Denny who completed a Central 1-2 with 43.75s for silver. Liam led for most of the race before hitting the final barrier as Tom powered through to win. Comrie’s Peter Muirhead was on excellent form taking the Junior (U20) Mens long jump title with a superb leap of 7.01m to break the 7m barrier for the first time. Also taking a junior mens title was Tom Watson, also of Balfron, who dug deep in the final straight of the 800m to win in an excellent seasons best 1:54.85. Emily Greenan of Dunblane showed true character in winning gold in the Youth (U18) 1500m Steeplechase

setting a new club record 5:28.92 in the process. Her win was quite remarkable as a trip over a barrier resulted in a dramatic unscheduled bath in the water jump. However she then picked herself up, regained the lost distance then sprinted clear of her opponents in the final lap for victory. Central AC showed their dominance in the under 16 girls 80m hurdles making up 4 of the 8 finalists with Dunblane’s Sarah Pearson winning in a superb new club record 12.04s followed in by Crieff girl Caitlin Edgar who took bronze in 12.85s, Anna Thomson 5th (13.30pb) and Sophie Parsons 6th (13.25pb in ht). There was further hurdles gold for Charlie Dineen of Dollar winning the Under 14 boys 80m Hurdles in a new championship record 13.22s, in spite of the rainstorm which delayed the start by 30 minutes. Cameron Wilson added yet another gold in the under 16 Triple Jump in the tightest of circumstances. His best jump of 11.52m tied for the lead but he took the win on countback with a superior 2nd best jump having already set a new best 2.70m in the Pole Vault for 5th. Louise Anderson of Gargunnock added a brace of silvers to an already impressive career medal collection with 2nd places in the Junior Women’s Long Jump (5.03m) and Triple Jump (10.47m). Central’s throwers were on fine form with 4 medals all in personal bests including a double from Mark Guthrie in the under 16 Hammer (Silver 47.38m) and Shot (Bronze 13.34m), Robert Burns taking Silver in the U14 Hammer (45.77m) and Bevhan Trevis Bronze in the U14 Discus (26.50m) all 4 medals won in personal bests. They narrowly missed out on further medals with Robert 4th in the discus (23.53m) and 6th in the javelin (30.13m pb) and Bevhan 5th in the shot (8.35m). Emily Batchelor was

unfortunate to hurt her ankle in the triple jump preventing her recording a jump in the event she won the Scottish indoor title but in spite of the injury she took part in the long jump fighting against the pain barrier to record bronze in 5.18m. Caitlin Edgar was unable to add to her hurdles bronze taking 5th in 4.80m. Narrowly missing out on a medal was Amy Gullen who has only recently taken up High Jump and finished 5th in the under 16 age group equalling her pb in 1.45m. Kirsty Forsyth set a season best 63.27s for 6th in a fast Youth 400m race and Emma Boyle got through to the U16 300m final with a seasons best 44.95s after setting a personal best in the Long Jump (4.51m). Also on pb form was Isla Burns in the U16 200m (29.13s) while Caneron McCorgray took part in the U16 High Jump and Long Jump. Gaining championship experience for the first time were Emily Watson who reached the U14 B 100m final in 14s, Jamie Paterson who narrowly missed the U16 800m final in 1:12.74, Erin Travers (U16 High Jump 1.35m =pb), Ross McCorgray (U14 Long Jump), Jenny Walls & Heather Scott (U14 800m) and Shamsa ScottAngel (U16 Long Jump) who will benefit from the experience.

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JUNIOR FOOTBALL

DOLLAR GOLF

Great win for Sau By Wee County Junior sports reporter: Mark Wallace

Dollar Golf Club - Results Pictured is the Dollar Ladies President, Moragh Dunning, with winners in the Ladies Open Greensome. Gibson Medal - Sunday 26th August Div 1: 1st John McMillan (11) 42 pts; 2nd Neil Ronald (11) 42 pts; 3rd Tommy Burt (12) 42 pts. Div 2: 1st Charles Norman (16) 42 pts; 2nd Jim Wilkie (19) 39 pts; 3rd Alan Millar (14) 38 pts. Dollar Ladies Ladies Open Greensome - Saturday 25th August A strong field contested the 2012 Ladies Greensome Open on Saturday 25th August. With the course and greens in tip-top condition there was some impressive golf on show but although there was fine, mild weather initially some heavy rain mid-afternoon caught the later starters. Winners of the Scratch prize, returning a very

steady 78 were Lesley Gibb and Maureen Shank. The handicap winners, playing off 9, were Hazel Hume and Linzi Wilson with a net 69. The full results - Scratch: 1st Lesley Gibb & Maureen Shank 78; 2nd Linda Sommerville & Maria Symington 89. Handicap: 1st Hazel Hume & Linzi Wilson (9) 69; 2nd Frances & Lindsay Robertson (12.6) 69.4; 3rd Yvonne Mackay & Marilyn Ritchie (20.6) 70.4; 4th Christine Hogg & Janette McMillan (25.6) 71.4. Nearest the pin in three at the 12th hole (donated by June Murray) Frances & Lindsay Robertson. Nan Ritchie Trophy - Wednesday 22nd August 1st Linda Sommerville (20) 75; 2nd Maria Symington (18) 75; 3rd Carol Caren (21) 75. 2013 Membership Special Offer - Early Notice Join Dollar now to enjoy 16 months golf for the price of 12 - for further details please call 07703 572344.

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smaller field than normal competed in the Tennant Cup/Hogg Salver handicap and scratch competitions on Saturday with David Easton’s 75 taking the Scratch Prize and Michael Pinder’s 81-12-69 the handicap trophy. Sunday saw Championship Finals Day with 10 finals decided in what turned out to be a great day’s golf that had everything, including dry weather. 2 matches went to sudden death and 2 finished on the 18th so the clubhouse gallery witnessed plenty of golf. Results were as follows and congratulations to the winners and commiserations to the beaten finalists. Juniors Alison Houston Trophy: Ross White beat Russell Malcolm at the 21st Gents: John Kidd Salver (Club Championship over 36 holes): David McGinigal beat James Barrett 1up Thistle Trophy: Barry Scott beat Andrew Smith 3&2 Hart Trophy: Andy Crichton beat Andy Merrilees 3&2 Rabbit’s Foot Trophy: Kevin Martin beat George Fotheringham 2up Seniors: Naemoor Trophy: Alex Reid beat David Reid 4&3 Ladies: Championship Salver (Club Championship): Eilidh Watson beat Jane Black 6&5 Bronze Trophy: Anita Collins beat Justine Allen 3&2 Seamab Quaich: Maria Symington beat Jan King 6&5 Mixed: Henderson Trophy: Maureen MacPherson/Jim

Kean beat Alex Glaister/Alan Bruce at the 19th Match reports and pictures are not available before going to Press but will be on the website and facebook, and we would like to thank the referees, finalists, caddies and spectators for their part in the success of the day, and yet again the greens staff for the immaculate presentation of the course. Sunday was also a memorable day for member Dougie McNair for a hole in one at the Arndean 9th, and for those of us who enjoyed the customary dram at the bar. Ladies finalist Jane Black deserves great praise for continuing to successfully hole out at the nearby 1st green amidst all the commotion! This week the national SLGA Matchplay and Strokeplay finals come to Muckhart on Sunday with our own pairing of Louise Woodburn and Laura Walker competing in the matchplay finals, and the following Sunday (9th) its our annual Open Day where prospective members can play the course for only £10 (refundable if joining on the day) and also receive membership for over 15 months till the end of 2013 by paying the 2012 annual subscription. Details on the website and phone to book your place on 01259 781423 option 1. Next week also sees the Seniors Murray Medal Finals, Guthrie Trophy and extra medal for the Gents, whilst the Ladies compete for the Jessie Lorimer Trophy. The Wednesday Medal series is nearing completion with a number of players closely vying for the aggregate Campbell Cup and the Gents Caledonian League team go into the final league match of the season at home to The Dukes where the winner should seal promotion. A busy September beckons!

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Club Open Competitions O-I Gents Open Greensomes on Saturday 8th September. Jubillee Mixed Open on Sunday 9th September.

For entries to any of these competitions, please phone 01259 750124, or 07432146291.

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Steven Rennie came very close to making it three - nil, when his header that was goal bounded was blocked and cleared off the goal line. However it only took a minute later for Sauchie to get their third. From another long throw from Rennie, Allan Scott held the ball before turning and chipping the ball into the path of Dougie Wilson who then blasted the ball into the net. Falkirk Juniors immediately responded with a shot just over the bar from their centre forward. Overall the play was one way with Sauchie storming the Falkirk defence at every opportunity. On the thirtieth minute Sauchie Juniors scored a fourth goal. The ball was played through to Scott who intelligently dummied it and Cummings ran onto the ball and belted the ball past the helpless Falkirk goalkeeper. Sauchie Juniors finished the first half very much camped in the Falkirk half looking for more goals, with further chances from Scott and Morgan. Effectively the match was finished at half time with Sauchie having completed their task. In situations like this motivation can be difficult for players to continue playing at the same pace. Sauchie started the second half with Plenderleith replacing Purdie who appeared to have picked up a knock. Falkirk started to enjoy their best period of the match and after fifteen minutes of the second half they were rewarded with a goal. The left back managed to get down the wing and then played a low cross into the six yard box leaving the Roy Milne CSC Bus for next wed’s Champions number nine, with the easiest of tap league qualifier v Helsingborg at Celtic park ins. 7.45 ko departs; This goal appeared to awaken the Menstrie – Holytree = 5.30pm Sauchie players from their slumber. Alva – Johnstone arms = 5.35 Morgan had his free kick blocked from Tillicoultry – Volunteer = 5.45 the Falkirk wall, while Plenderleith’s Alloa – Peppes = 6pm thirty yarder was blocked by a defender Tullibody – Inn = 6.05 and McLellan’s effort was held by the Stirling – Marches – 6.20pm goalkeeper. Seats available On the seventieth minute, Gary Bue for Sat’s game v Hibs at celtic park Carroll was unfortunate with the departs; slightest of headers from a Wilson Menstrie – Holytree = 12.30pm cross, which just pasted the post. Two Alva – Johnstone arms = 12.35 minutes later, Morgan was extremely Tillicoultry – Volunteer = 12.45 unlucky not have added to his tally, Alloa – Peppes = 1pm when his free kick came back off the Tullibody – Inn = 1.05 left post with the Falkirk goalkeeper Stirling – Marches – 1.20pm completely beaten. By the seventy fifth minute Sauchie Seats available , for more info contact regained their four goal cushion when website :www.roymilnecsc.net Ally Burns headed into the goals from a

auchie Juniors travelled to the home of Camelon Juniors to meet Falkirk Juniors, who’s own pitch was unavailable. Falkirk who are in their second season of existence, in the South Division, were without any points in the group. With an eye on the forthcoming Bo’ness United match, manager, Fraser Duncan and assistant Davie Beaton decided to make some changes and put King, Feaks and Plenderleith on the bench with Steven Dolan, Rennie and Carroll as their replacements. Darren Dolan retained his place in the Sauchie goals. Sauchie Juniors got off to a dream start with two goals in the space of ten minutes. The first goal came from Brian Morgan. A clever ball from Purdie was met by the strong running of Morgan who lobbed the advancing goalkeeper. Eight minutes it was two - nil, this time from the head of Chris Purdie. A cross from McLelland was met by Purdie who was unmarked and headed into the Falkirk goals. In between the two goals, Sauchie had chances from Scott and Cummings. On one of the rare attacks from Falkirk Juniors, their number ten was able to get a cross into the box, which Dolan managed to get a hand to before it was cleared by Morgan. A minute later, Darren Cummings brought down a long ball from Rennie and then he created an opportunity from which his shot just went wide.

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eague cup clash against Falkirk Juniors was held at Camelon Juniors park due to there home park being unavailable. We knew going into this game we could potentially set up a winner takes all game against Boness United and that¹s exactly what we done. The players were well fired up for what could have been a tricky task however I couldn¹t ask for much more from the players they stormed into the game and really Falkirk who were hosting a few ex Sauchie players were really shocked at the high tempo we set out at and they could only really hang on and hope for the best. We played three up front and this proved to be a real threat to the home side and we managed to score four first half goals through Brian Morgan, Chris Purdie , Dougie Wilson and Darren Cummings. Great goals and some very good play in the build up to them. Great link up between Alan Scott and Gary Carroll to provide some of them with Kenny Mclellan providing a pin point cross for Purdie to head home and Purdie also providing a great through ball for Morgan to open the scoring. Alan Scott then layed Jinky in on goal with an accurate chip and then a great touch allowed Daz to get in and send the keeper the wrong way to nestle in the corner. At half time we swapped Chris Purdie with Grant Plenderleith after he picked up a knock and second half couldn¹t help but feel the game had feel a bit flat and our players looked a bit to relaxed and we were then woke up after Falkirk created a good goal and gave themselves a little bit of hope. A delightful corner was powered into the box where Ally Burns powered home his header to make it 5-1 and game over really. Ally then added another goal with a powerful freekick and finished off the game. Good performance and delighted with the way we controlled the game and finished our chances this week and it now sets up a huge game on Wednesday night away to ex Super League champions Boness United. Where the winner will progress to the semi finals of the league cup. Hope to see a large travelling support again to help the team put in a performance against one of our main rivals this year. On Saturday we start our league campaign with a very difficult game against Kelty Hearts who have been exceptional in Pre season and we will need to be at our very best to compete with them on Saturday @Beechwood. Thanks again for all your support corner. With less than ten minutes left, a pass back was handled by the Falkirk goalkeeper, who slipped in the terrible conditions that had worsen since the start of the second half. From an indirect free kick, Morgan passed the ball to Burns who hit the ball low and hard pass the crowded goal line to make it six goals for Sauchie. Sauchie Juniors saw out the match with a few more efforts on the Falkirk goals, but without any rewards. At the final whistle, it was a satisfying victory for Sauchie Juniors who played a lot of entertaining link up play and a share among the players of the goals. With the same points as Bo’ness United, they now met in the final match at Newton Park on Wednesday with a 6.30 ko. The winners will qualify as winners of the group and a place in the semi-finals. With so much at stake, a large travelling Sauchie crowd is expected. This Saturday, Sauchie play their first ever Super league match with Kelty Hearts, the visitors. The match is at Beechwood Park with a ko time of 2.30. Manager Duncan and his players will be keen to get their new league campaign off to a winning start.

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SLEEPY ALLOA LOSE FIVE GOAL THRILLER

ALLOA 2 Cawley (18, 32)

ARBROATH Holmes (45) Currie (54)

Travis (63) ATT 575 Referee George Salmond continued fron back page had a shocker. A man down and still time to run down, Arbroath opted for a more defensive tactic, allowing Alloa plenty of opportunities to level. The home side should have had a second penalty when Cawley was chopped in the box but somehow Salmond waved play on. The home side was now pressing hard but when Grehan’s free diving header from 8 yards went wide, it wasn’t going to be the Wasps day. Three points lost and yes it was a game of two halves but the home side can take a lot out of the game with some good play. The Angus side made the journey home with the points. Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin said:

“We got out of jail, I changed the shape at the interval and it worked for us. “We were never in the hunt in the first half and we got a break just on the half time whistle with that goal. “They are a good team and showed that in the first half.” Gutted Hartley said: “I could not see that result coming but that’s what happens in football. “We switched off at certain times and it was as good as I have seen us play in the first half but a game lasts 90 mins not 45 mins. “We have to learn from it we now move on to next week and an other hard tie at Brechin.”

Managers Comments Paul Hartley: “It was as good as I have seen us play in the first half – it was excellent we were good all over the park, we played some good football we pressed them well and I couldn’t see that result coming. That is what happens in football, it is cruel a times but we need to learn from that it is not just about 45 minutes but we need to play well for the full 90 minutes. We know that we are good as anybody on our day – we switched off at certain times – they got a bit fortunate with their goal just on half time and that gave them a bit of encouragement. We need to learn and bounce back and that is the reaction I am looking for now. There were some decisions that didn’t go our way but I don’t want to blame that – we should be good enough to win the game on the day – we need to crack on again. I am delighted with the way we played especially in the first half, not so happy the way we conceded the goals that is something we need to address and work on but I am confident in the players I have but it is a hard one to take. This game is finished now and we need to forget about it and the players have got to go again next week against Brechin City which will be equally challenging.

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THE VERDICT

Alloa players get their ratings:

1 SCOTT BAIN NEVER HAD A SAVE IN THE FIRST HALF BUT WELL EXPOSED FOR THE SECOND HALF COLLAPSE (6) 2 JAMES DOYLE WAS HIS RELIABLE SELF WITH HIS ATTACKING RUNS (6) 3 DRYALL MEGGATT NEVER HAD MUCH TO DO FIRST HALF BUT HAD TORRID SECOND HALF (6) 4 BEN GORDON SWITCHED OFF TOO MANY TIMES PUNISHED FOR THAT AT THIS LEVEL (5) 5 JASON MARR POSTED MISSING AT THE ARBROATH GOALS WILL HAVE TO DO BETTER (5) 6 DARREN YOUNG GREAT FIRST HALF FROM THE CAPTIAN BUT FAIDED IN THE SECOND (6) 7 STEPHEN SIMMONS PLAYED SOME GOOD PASSES IN THE FIRST HALF BUT RAN OUT OF IDEAS IN THE SECOND (6) 8 RYAN MCCORD WHEN HE PLAYS ALLOA TICK NOT HIS BEST MATCH IN A ALLOA SHIRT (6) 9 MARTIN GREHAN HUFFED AND PUFFED, PUT IN A SHIFT BUT HAD GREAT CHANCE AT THE END BUT HIS HEADER WENT WIDE (6) 10 GRAHAM HOLMES STRUGGLED ALL GAME MISSED ALLOAS TWO BEST CHANCES (4) 11 KEVIN CAWLEY TWO STUNNING FINISHES BUT FELL OUT OF THE GAME SECOND HALF (MAN OF THE MATCH) (8) Subs THOMSON ON FOR SIMMONS 67 MINS, WORKED HARD BUT NEVER GOT INTO THE GAME (5) ROSS MCCORD ON FOR HOLMES 78 MINS, ON TO LATE TO MAKE ANY IMPACT (5)

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n the first top of the table clash, Alloa threw away a two-goal lead against a hard battling Arbroath side at Recreation park, who left with all three points. Ironically, it was the home side who fully controlled the first half but never turned up for the second as the visitors leveled and then took the lead. Smash and grab comes into mind but in football terms three points is three points. The wasps only have themselves to blame after a first half where they played some great football

and literally overrun Arbroath in all areas. Gaffer Hartley said; “Games last 90 mins, not 45 mins. We fell asleep in the second half, we switched off and we will be looking at that this week in training.” “That’s just not good enough, the goal just before halftime was hard to take.” Alloa took the lead in the 18th min when Kevin Cawley collected the ball out wide left and on the angle 18 yards out spun to shoot high pass the helpless Bullock. The wasps were in full control

and Cawley added no 2 in the 32rd min after a slip by Malcolm in the Arbroath rearguard. At which point, it seemed the points were staying at home and Alloa would run riot. The Wasps should have had a penalty when Grehan was man handed by Malcolm but ref Salmond waved play on and just on the halftime whistle Derek Holmes fired home from close range to give the Angus team some hope – after a bit of luck to the ball at his feet! HT Alloa 2 Arbroath 1 Arbroath made a double change at the interval bringing on 2 wide

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men and that changed the game in favour of the visitors. Paul Curries 20 yard shot was deflected over the helpless Bain in the Alloa goal in the 54 min, and seven mins later they took the lead. Full back Michael Travis slotted home the winner from a Paul Currie freekick. Arbroath were reduced to 10 men when Daniel Rennie was sent off for a two footed challenge on Meggett – in some views, maybe the only thing ref George Salmond got right on the day, when the grade one ref

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