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New play park and MUGA add to community feel at Pappert

Councillor David McBride, Greenspace Manager Ian Bain and Councillor Lawrence O'Neill
A new multi use games area (MUGA) and upgraded play park have added even more vibrancy to a community in Bonhill.

Published : 06 August 2025

West Dunbartonshire Pupils Celebrate SQA Success

Pupils and Headteachers from all 6 High Schools with Laura Mason and Councillor Clare Steel
More than 2,200 young people across West Dunbartonshire are celebrating today after receiving their long-awaited SQA exam results.

Published : 05 August 2025

Views sought on draft plan for visitor levy

West Dunbartonshire Council logo
Residents, visitors and business owners are being asked to give their views on a draft visitor levy scheme which will later be voted on by councillors.

Published : 04 August 2025

Scope of town centre project expanded after feedback from communities

Arial view of Alexandria
A regeneration project in the heart of Alexandria has been expanded thanks to feedback received from local communities.

Published : 30 July 2025

Scottish Pipe Band Championships bring music and tradition to Dumbarton

Provost Karen Murray Conaghan presents the winning trophy to Field Marshal Montgomery Pipe Band
Thousands of spectators enjoyed the sights and sounds of traditional music yesterday (Saturday) as the Scottish Pipe Bands once again took place in Dumbarton.

Published : 27 July 2025

West Dunbartonshire tenants’ organisation successful at national awards

WDTRO members Billy Neeson, Harry McCormack, Elaine Neeson, June Todd, host Fred MacAulay and Jacqueline Norwood from TPAS Scotland.
The leading tenants’ organisation in West Dunbartonshire has been named Tenant Group of the Year at a national awards ceremony.

Published : 18 July 2025

Excellent inspection for Renton Early Learning and Childcare Centre

Renton ELCC - Staff and children
Staff and children at Renton Early Learning and Childcare Centre are celebrating after receiving some of the highest marks possible following a recent inspection.

Published : 25 June 2025

‘SHINE’ programme offering free activities over the school holidays

Shine Logo
Families across West Dunbartonshire are in for a fun-packed summer as the Council launches a series of free and engaging activities over the school holidays.  

Published : 24 June 2025

Family fun across West Dunbartonshire parks this summer

Family fun days poster
Families across West Dunbartonshire are being given the chance to enjoy a series of fun days within the area’s parks this summer.

Published : 20 June 2025

Mums delighted as new homes give huge benefits for family life

Representatives from West Dunbartonshire Council, Scottish Government and contractors CCG at the site of new homes in Pappert
Families have begun to settle into their new Council homes with two mums highlighting how much the properties will enhance the lives of their families.

Published : 19 June 2025

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