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New Provost elected in West Dunbartonshire

Councillor Karen Murray Conaghan has been elected as West Dunbartonshire’s new Provost.

Published : 29 August 2024

Our Lady and St Patrick’s awarded Inclusive school of the year 2024

Our Lady and St Patrick’s (OLSP) High School in Dumbarton has been awarded Inclusive School of the Year in the prestigious 2024 TES awards.

Published : 23 August 2024

Tenants warned over fire threat from storage of mobility scooters

Tenants in West Dunbartonshire are being warned against storing mobility scooters in communal entrances, hallways and bin stores as they could pose a fire hazard.

Published : 21 August 2024

Housing emergency action plan published as board set up to deliver key aims

A range of measures to tackle the housing emergency in West Dunbartonshire have been outlined in a comprehensive action plan which has been published.

Published : 21 August 2024

Quilting Together: Residents collaborate to create community quilt

A community quilt inspired by Turkey Red designs has been completed and celebrated this weekend at the Vale of Leven Heritage Hub. 

Published : 15 August 2024

West Dunbartonshire Libraries awarded funding to teach sewing skills

West Dunbartonshire’s Libraries are set to introduce sewing classes for young people after being awarded national funding.

Published : 08 August 2024

West Dunbartonshire Pupils receive SQA results

Over 2,000 young people in West Dunbartonshire will be looking to the future today as they receive their SQA results.

Published : 06 August 2024

Inspectors praise Council’s support for homeless residents

Support for homeless people and those at risk of becoming homeless in West Dunbartonshire has been praised by inspectors.

Published : 05 August 2024

Celebrations as 25th Scottish Pipe Band Championships arrive in Dumbarton

Thousands of spectators enjoyed the sights and sounds of traditional music at the 25th Scottish Pipe Band Championships on Saturday.

Published : 29 July 2024

Residents reminded to sign up for garden waste permit scheme

Residents are being reminded to purchase a permit if they want to continue to get their garden waste uplifted after August 12th.

Published : 19 July 2024