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West Dunbartonshire Council’s Greenspace team is helping to facilitate a major environmental initiative bringing together local authorities, community volunteer groups, schools and businesses across the area.The Big Clyde Clean Up aims to improve the river corridor, tackle litter and pollution, and inspire long-term pride in Scotland’s waterways. Running in alignment with Keep Scotland Beautiful’s Spring Clean Scotland 2026 campaign and the Upstream Battle project, there will be a series of […]

A volunteer team whose bravery has saved countless lives has been named Citizen of the Year at this year’s Provost’s Civic Awards.The Loch Lomond Rescue Boat volunteers were honoured for their extraordinary commitment to public safety, responding to more than 80 emergency callouts last year alone. Often leaving work, rising in the middle of the night, or stepping away from family moments, the team has shown unwavering dedication to protecting […]

MSP Jackie Baillie has handed over a raft of signatures opposing proposed Fire Service cuts.The politician presented the signatures, gathered as part of her petition against the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service’s proposals to downgrade services, at Helensburgh Fire Station.Jackie, who represents Helensburgh and Lomond, took to the streets to encourage residents to support her petition, as well as running an online version.Hundreds of residents backed the petition – to […]

As the festive season approaches, Amey has announced which trunk roads in South-West Scotland will be impacted by traffic management installations for essential maintenance between Friday 19th December 2025 until Monday 5th January 2026. Road users travelling for the holidays are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra time for any journeys.   Routes with continuing traffic management over the festive period include:M8 Hillington Interchange (J26): A 2+2 contraflow, 40mph speed limit, and average speed cameras will remain in place during the holidays. […]

West Dunbartonshire Council has agreed to progress with a major flood alleviation scheme to help protect properties in Dumbarton East.The project aims to address significant flooding caused by the burn’s steep catchment and rapid runoff. Key elements of the full scheme, which was agreed by members, include installation of a four-metre wide diversion culvert from Strowans Well Road to Hunter Burn outfall into the River Clyde; construction of a new […]

A range of savings and adjustments have been agreed by councillors last night in the first steps taken towards closing a £9.2m budget gap for 2026/27.The budget process is undertaken in two phases with a view to agreeing a balanced budget and assisting with future projected gaps.At a meeting of West Dunbartonshire Council, members were told how the difference between the council’s income and cost of delivering services, compounded by […]

As winter weather begins to bite, MSP Jackie Baillie is urging residents to explore whether they qualify for help with household bills.Jackie met with utilities giant Scottish Gas and the British Gas Energy Trust recently, to learn more about the support available to residents who might be struggling with bills.Information is also available to help improve efficiency and reduce costs, as well as to help households manage the financial burden […]

West Dunbartonshire Libraries have created a new graphic novel as part of Our Freedom: Then and Now—a nationwide programme marking 80 years since the end of World War II.This year, West Dunbartonshire was one of only three public library services in Scotland selected to take part and receive funding for this UK-wide celebration.Working alongside West Dunbartonshire Arts & Heritage, the team invited comic author and community storyteller Paul Bristow to […]

Talented young pupils from throughout the area showcased their artistic skills recently, to take part in MSP Jackie Baillie’s Christmas card competition. The annual festive event attracted entries from primary seven pupils at 18 schools throughout Dumbarton, Alexandria, Helensburgh and Lomond. Jessica Killen, a pupil at Helensburgh’s St Joseph’s Primary, secured first place in the competition with her cheerful snowman design. Grace Murdoch of Lennox Primary, Bonhill, won second place, […]

Construction is now underway on a 22-unit sheltered housing development in the heart of Alexandria.The project, delivered in partnership with West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP), will provide modern, accessible homes for older residents.The development, located on Bank Street, will feature 22 one-bedroom sheltered and amenity flats, alongside a communal room and staff office. All of the units will be built to net zero standard. Work began on […]