OPINION: Rev Ian Miller remembers Rev Donald Campbell
It’s so easy to become pessimistic when you look around you.
View ArticleCllr Hazel Sorrell: Good work underway on West Dunbartonshire homes
I’m not normally one for clock-watching but I’ve been taking note of the fact that it’s now starting to get light around 7am and that the days are getting lighter by a couple of minutes every day.
View ArticleCllr John Millar: I didn't stand for election to make cuts
It’s been a really busy start to the year for me with group meetings, committee meetings and my depute provost duties.
View ArticleDumbarton and the Vale: Have we hit peak vape for youngsters?
To vape or not to vape, that is the question.
View ArticlePam Gosal MSP: Nicola Sturgeon leaves with legacy of failure
When Nicola Sturgeon announced her resignation as First Minister last month, the world of Scottish politics was taken by storm.
View ArticleMartin Docherty-Hughes: Independence needed more than ever
What a welcome and historic sight last week it was to see Humza Yousaf elected by the Scottish Parliament as Scotland’s sixth First Minister.
View ArticleDumbarton opinion: Plans for 720 council homes across region welcomed
The changing of the clocks last month marked the beginning of spring.
View ArticleLoch Lomond: Welcome message from new convenor of national park
It is a tremendous honour to have been elected as convener of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority and to lead our board at what is one of the most exciting times in our National...
View ArticleDumbarton Jackie Baillie MSP: SNP resignation causes divide and chaos
‘May you live in interesting times’ is an old Confucian curse which is haunting the SNP today.
View ArticleRev Ian Miller talks about loss of faith in institutions in community
The old farmer walked into his bank and said to the manager: “I've got good news and bad news to tell you. Which would you like to hear first?"
View ArticleCouncillor David McBride: Emergency works causing traffic chaos
RESIDENTS will be aware of and frustrated by the recent traffic disruption caused by emergency work by utility companies in Dumbarton, particularly on Cardross Road.
View ArticleCouncillor Hazel Sorrell: Agreed budget to prioritise council tenants
I’m pleased to say that since I last wrote my column in the Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter in February, a lot has happened. We set a balanced budget at the March Council and at the same meeting...
View ArticleCouncillor Jim Bollan: Enough is enough for cuts to communities
The Labour Council on 1.3.2023 had a choice to make, implement £21m of cuts which originated from the Tory Government in Westminster or fight the cuts and set a needs-based budget which reflected the...
View ArticlePam Gosal MSP: Violence in Scottish schools needs to be addressed
In recent years, there has been no shortage of problems with Scotland’s education system that have been highlighted in the Scottish Parliament.
View ArticleDouglas McAllister: NHS waiting lists forcing residents to go private
OVER the last couple of months, I have been out and about every community across West Dunbartonshire, on the doorsteps, talking to residents and listening to their concerns.
View ArticleCouncillor Jonathan McColl: Fantastic range of summer activities
Yet again, Y Sort It are putting on a fantastic range of summer activities for young people across West Dunbartonshire.
View ArticleCouncillor Gurpreet Singh Johal: Variety of activities for kids
Like the schools, the council is in recess over the summer but, in partnership with community organisations, we have put in place a range of free activities for children and families.
View ArticleCouncillor David McBride: Progress to be made for important plans
As I write this column, I was hoping for good weather on Saturday for the Scottish Pipe Band Championships, which will offer free entertainment for all.
View ArticleCouncillor Martin Rooney: Looking toward another year of opportunities
As I write this column, the school summer holidays are coming to an end and parents and children are preparing for a return to the classrooms.
View ArticleRoss Greer MSP: Not enough to reduce transport emissions everywhere
Tackling the climate crisis means cutting carbon emissions everywhere said Ross Greer MSP in his latest column.
View ArticleTrade unions working together for workers rights says union
Work being done between joint trade unions Unison, Unite and the GMB at West Dunbartonshire Council is an example that should be followed in other workplaces where more than one union organises.
View ArticleCouncillor Karen Murray Conaghan: Need to tackle loss of greenspaces
Councillor Karen Murray Conaghan discusses the urgency of tackling the loss of green space areas across West Dunbartonshire in her latest column.
View ArticlePam Gosal MSP: Benefits with being part of the UK economy
Pam Gosal MSP talks about decisions made by the Scottish Government and reminds of the benefit of being part of the wider UK economy in her column.
View ArticleMartin Docherty-Hughes MP: Real change needed now
From Balloch to Faifley and from Bowling to Alexandria, it’s been a busy few weeks at my summer constituent advice surgeries.
View ArticleJackie Baillie reflects on Covid-19 in latest Reporter column
The Covid-19 pandemic was a period of profound concern for the health of ourselves, our families and our nation.
View ArticleCouncillor Jonathan McColl: Payments are providing crucial assistance
People often turn off when it comes to politics. They don’t think their vote matters or that politics has any impact on them. In this column, I’m going to highlight just some of the ways the First...
View ArticleCouncillor Gurpreet Singh Johal: Rise in apprenticeship pay will make huge...
THE autumnal equinox took place on September 23.
View ArticleDumbarton Councillor Hazel Sorrell talks in latest column
In her latest Reporter column, Councillor Hazel Sorrell shares her thoughts on what's been happening in the community
View ArticleProvost Douglas McAllister: It's been a busy period
In his latest Post column, Provost Douglas McAllister shares his thoughts on a busy November and the festivities on their way next month
View ArticleMartin Rooney: We will act in residents' interests to deliver budget
Recent weeks were characterised by seasonal storms bringing heavy rainfall and high winds which caused destruction across the UK.
View ArticleReverend Ian Miller: It's St Andrew’s Day...but who was Andrew?
I AM sure most of us already know that November 30 is St Andrew’s Day...but who was Andrew?
View ArticleIt's a Wonderful Life is the best Christmas film ever made
There are many great choices for Christmas films to enjoy but It's a Wonderful Life stands tall above them all
View ArticleBBC The Traitors leaves me speechless even though I don't like TV
As someone who doesn't like watching TV, this is why The Traitors on BBC One leaves me on the edge of my seat throughout every episode.
View ArticleCouncillor Michelle McGinty: New year brings new challenges
THE dawning of 2024 signalled the start of a new year and while I hope it’s a happy and prosperous one for all, it will also bring a new set of challenges.
View ArticleRoss Greer MSP: Westminster to blame for Scottish Government funds
In his first column of 2024, Scottish Green MSP Ross Greer writes about how the Scottish Government is trying to protect Scots from Westminster cuts.
View Article5 films with Oscar buzz you need to see in UK cinemas
Films such as The Holdovers, Poor Things and All of Us Strangers are films with Oscar buzz that are releasing in UK cinemas soon
View ArticleAntiques expert's tips for giving gifts to remember on Valentine’s Day
Gifts they’ll remember this Valentine’s Day
View ArticleWhy Dry January made me think about alcohol even more
Here's why doing Dry January made me think about alcohol more than I ever have in my life.
View ArticleI reviewed Too Good To Go bags to see if they're worth it
IF you’ve been on social media in the last couple of years you may have come across people sharing the contents of surprise bags orders from Too Good To Go.
View ArticleDumbarton Councillor David McBride talks financial cuts
Unfortunately, Dumbarton residents face further cuts in council services due to insufficient funding from the Scottish Government.
View ArticleCouncillor Gurpreet Singh Johal: Storm brewing ahead of budget meeting
In his latest Reporter column, Councillor Gurpreet Singh Johal discusses the challenges facing West Dunbartonshire Council ahead of its annual budget-setting meeting next month.
View ArticleCllr Hazel Sorrell: I'm excited about new community food pantry
When I last wrote in the Reporter in October we were all turning our clocks back as we headed into winter but now it's only a matter of five weeks before we “spring" into summer time and put the clocks...
View ArticleResidents require flooding mitigation actions during wait for scheme
SINCE early October last year the Dumbarton East and Central Community Council has had flooding constantly on its agenda.
View ArticleCouncillor Martin Rooney: More funding is needed for council services
In his latest Reporter column, Councillor Martin Rooney discusses the challenges the council faces in the upcoming financial year.
View ArticleCouncillor Karen Conaghan: Council should reflect after budget meeting
THIS year’s budget meeting was more of what we’ve come to expect from the Labour Administration at West Dunbartonshire.
View ArticleCouncillor Jim Bollan: The cuts to local services can't continue
The recent deep cuts to jobs and services made by the Labour council will have far-reaching punitive consequences for many constituents who rely on various services.
View ArticleCllr Ian Dickson: Achievements and annoyances has been the theme
Achievements and annoyances, that’s been the theme of the last few months. In my last column, I wrote about the gassy stench the Vale was being subjected to from the Auchencarroch landfill.
View ArticleOpinion: 'Only one party can be trusted to fight Scotland's corner'
IN September 2014 the people of West Dunbartonshire voted Yes to independence for Scotland by 54 per cent to 46 per cent.
View ArticleOpinion: 'Only one party can be trusted to fight Scotland's corner'
IN September 2014 the people of West Dunbartonshire voted Yes to independence for Scotland by 54 per cent to 46 per cent.
View ArticleCllr Gurpreet Singh Johal: Changes to housing sector will take time
Sometimes change can be seen as a bad thing, however, positive change can be seen as a way forward.
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